In addition, teen volunteering creates a behavior pattern that carries into adulthood. Twenty-four percent of youth participated one or two times in volunteer activities during the school year, and 15 percent participated regularly up to 35 hours. Regular participation in volunteer activities for 35 or more hours during the school year is associated with higher levels of political knowledge and interest, and confidence in public speaking. Girls are more likely than boys to participate in volunteer activities. Students with more highly educated parents are more likely to participate than others.
Students are much more likely to participate if their schools require and arrange the service.
Additional data can be found in a related report .