The Value of Volunteering Around the World [INFOGRAPHIC]

Volunteering is one of those magical activities that keeps on giving - benefiting all sectors of society and the planet, as well as the volunteers themselves. Among the many benefits of giving time and energy to help others is an increased sense of well-being and sense of purpose - and that goes for adults, teens and children alike, around the world.

Motivated to finally organize that volunteering opportunity you’ve been meaning to set up since New Years? Have a wander through Goodnet’s Good Directory to find a good fit for you.

Infographic: Yael Shinkar

Sources:
http://www.childtrends.org/?indicators=volunteering
http://eleventygroup.com/site/2013/01/22/14-facts-and-statistics-about-the-state-of-nonprofit-volunteer-recruitment/
http://www.unv.org/
http://msw.usc.edu/mswusc-blog/volunteering-the-heart-of-america-infographic/ 

This infographic was produced in collaboration with Goodnet partner Good Deeds Day.