Free Time Does Not Predict Americans’ Community Involvement

In a study of more than 20,000 Americans, Gallup and the Kettering Foundation found that the biggest differentiator between those who volunteer in their communities and those who want to but don't isn't free time; it's knowing how to get involved. More than half (54%) of would-be volunteers say they're unsure of how to participate.

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2026