The difference in the rate of volunteer participation is very apparent when one compares those who are asked versus those who are not asked. Seniors were approximately four times more likely to volunteer if they were asked. Even people over 75 years of age volunteer at a high rate when asked. Almost 68 percent of seniors over 75 years of age volunteered when asked, compared to only 18 percent when they were not asked. Charitable institutions must work to reach out to more seniors and minorities.
Seniors possess experience, expertise, and time that can greatly benefit any organization or cause.
While some volunteers, seniors included, work to build houses and clean roads, there are a wide variety of other volunteer opportunities in every community. Simply talking with someone in need of a friend or spending time with a child has a benefit that resonates for a lifetime. All Rights Reserved.