Good deeds aren’t just limited to the holiday season. According to Volunteering and Civic Life in America, a report issued by the Corporation for National and Community Service, 64.3 million Americans (more than one in four adults) volunteered through a formal organization last year. That’s an increase of 1.5 million people from the year before.
California volunteers alone contributed 977.9 million hours of service, valued at $20.9 billion.
The report goes on to highlight the support and contributions of AmeriCorps and Senior Corps programs that serve communities throughout the U.S. “Every day, AmeriCorps and Senior Corps members help more than three million disadvantaged youth by serving as teachers, tutors, mentors, and counselors,” said U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan.
With the national volunteer rate reaching a five-year high, civic engagement is as prominent as ever. As residents become more involved within their neighborhoods it creates a ripple effect that inspires others to do the same.
CalSERVES VIP is proud that our dedicated AmeriCorps members continue to bridge local organizations with volunteer support. Thank you to our program participants for your hard work and continued contributions!
Explore more information about volunteering in America here.
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