There are those volunteers who feel they are living out their lives as an expression of their religious faith. The majority of the national member organizations of the VOAD movement are faith-based organizations. However, we are also being told that a new generation has come along that can be characterized as doers. They are looking for opportunities to make their lives count for more than the 9-5 grind affords. They look for opportunities to be involved in other activities.
Altruism is alive and well.
There are also other volunteers out there who see helping others as a privilege. Because of their standing in life they are responsible to help others less fortunate. It may even be a debt they must pay. Someone, somewhere, helped them and they must pass the kindness on to others. The point I am making is there are thousands upon thousands of volunteers out there that see a their response to a crisis as a mission.