Volunteering and Civic Life in America 2012
National, Regional, State, and City Information
This site is home to the most comprehensive look at volunteering and civic life in the 50 states and 51 cities across the country. Data includes volunteer rates and rankings, civic engagement trends, and analysis. Click on the map below to get further information.
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Explore Volunteering and Civic Life in America
In 2011, Americans focused on strengthening their communities in a number of ways. Explore key findings, state rankings, or demographic profiles to learn more about the report.
Volunteering and civic engagement are the cornerstone of a strong nation
Quick Stats
- In 2011, the number of volunteers reached its highest level in five years, as 64.3 million Americans volunteered through an organization, an increase of 1.5 million from 2010.
- Americans volunteered a total of almost 8 billion hours, an estimated economic value of roughly $171 billion.
- A majority of Americans assisted their neighbors in some way and more than a third actively participated in a civic, religious, or school group.
- Americans overwhelmingly volunteered in schools or with other youth organizations, working to advance the lives of young people.
- Nearly three out of five volunteers aged 25-54 are parents to children who are under 18. These parents volunteered well above the national average, focusing on helping fill local needs while also serving as role models—showing their children that community involvement is a critical choice and habit that can improve lives.
- Nine out of 10 parents in 2011 reported feeling some or a great deal of confidence in the public schools to do the right thing.
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