Article Details � Journal of Volunteer Administration
| Author's Name: |
Guseh,
James S. |
| Article Title |
A Profile of Volunteerism in North Carolina |
| Co-author? |
Yes: Rebecca Winders, James S. Guseh |
| Year Published: |
2002 |
| Issue Number |
XX(4) |
| Page Number |
35 |
| Article
Abstract |
The purpose of this study has been to determine the extent and scope of volunteerism in North Carolina. To this effect, the study examined factors that motivate or discourage volunteerism, the demographic characteristics of volunteers, and the types of activities and organizations in which volunteers are involved. Data were collected in a telephone survey of 705 randomly selected respondents in 2000.
Approximately 58 percent of North Carolina residents volunteer. Volunteering is disproportionately high among adults who are white, married, well educated, middle-aged, and/or from households with above average incomes. The rate of volunteer participation is also high among senior citizens. Overall, volunteerism in North Carolina is extensive and growing. This trend suggests that organizations involved in volunteer management should prepare for an increase in volunteer participation in the future. |
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