Posts Tagged ‘volunteering’
Medicine for the Soul: Volunteering – Vincent Marzullo
by Vincent Marzullo, contributing writer Volunteering is often framed as an act of generosity — a gift of time offered to others in need. But what is less often acknowledged is how deeply it gives back to the giver. In a time marked by stress, isolation, and civic division, volunteering may be one of the…
Read MoreAmerica Needs a New Generation of Joiners – Vincent Marzullo
Commentary, Vin Marzullo America is fraying at the edges. Neighbors feel more isolated, politics grows more toxic, and the trust that once held our communities together is eroding. The causes are many—technology, polarization, declining institutions—but the effect is clear: we no longer join. For generations, Americans were joiners. We found meaning in PTAs, bowling leagues,…
Read MoreVolunteering: Your Single New Years Resolution – Herb Weiss
By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues As the ball dropped in New York’s Time Square, many Americans have already penned New Year’s resolutions for 2023. Making these resolutions as January approaches has become a very common tradition for millions. According to the Statista 2022 Consumer Survey (413 adults ages 18 to 89 years…
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