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Toastmaster Magazine November 2024
Toastmaster Magazine November 2024

November 2024
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Volunteer Benefits By the Numbers


Need more scientific results on the mental and physical benefits of volunteering? A recent survey of more than 3,300 adults in the U.S. uncovered the following:

  • 76% of people who volunteer say that volunteering has made them feel healthier.
  • 94% of people who volunteer say that volunteering improves their mood.
  • 96% of people say that volunteering enriches their sense of purpose.
  • 80% of people who volunteer say they feel they have control over their mental health and depression.
  • 78% of people who volunteer say that volunteering lowers their stress levels.

The study also found that volunteering develops work skills that benefit employers as well. Volunteers develop time management skills, improve their people and teamwork skills, and build valuable professional job skills.

Source: Harris Interactive for UnitedHealth Group.

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