We Need Your Help
Volunteering has been a core part of the American community, and has helped countless businesses and Americans in need for hundreds of years. However, volunteer rates have steadily decreased over the past several decades and continue to do so yearly. Just in the past two years, volunteer rates have gone down by about 6-7% in Americans. This deprives many charitable organizations, and those in need, of the valuable help they need. Below are the top 5 states by percentage of formal volunteering citizens. If you don't see your state on the list, maybe it's time to help bring up the average!
| 1 | Utah | 40.7 |
| 2 | Wyoming | 39.2 |
| 3 | Minnesota | 35.5 |
| 4 | Maine | 34.9 |
| 5 | Washington, DC | 34.2 |
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Volunteering on your own is important, but to bolster real change, it's important to encourage others to do the same. Share your volunteering experiences with your peers, emphasizing the positive impact you felt you created. Organize group volunteering events or challenges to collectively support a cause, which can act as a fulfilling and active way to engage with your friends. Utilize social media platforms to showcase volunteer work, inspiring others to join in. If you so choose, you can even lead volunteer teams to accomplish more substantial tasks in your community.