Race and Formal Volunteering: The Differential Effects of Class and Religion

Musick, Marc A.; Wilson, John F.; Bynum, W. B.

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“…the volunteer's social interaction with others -which in turn is associated with well-being (Musick & Wilson, 2003). Cultural resources, in the form of values and beliefs, are also likely to be associated with rates of volunteering (Musick et al, 2000). Our study thus examines three main mediating factors that are associated with volunteering as well as well-being: psychological resources, social integration and cultural resources.…”

Section: Levels Of Participation In Voluntary Organizations Vary Widementioning

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“…Among those aged 80 and above this percentage increases to about 50%. With respect to its determinants, volunteering has been found to be associated with a range of socio-demographic variables including age, gender, race, income, work status and church attendance (Musick, Wilson, & Bynum Jr., 2000;Wilson, 2000;Wilson & Musick, 1999). Musick and Wilson (2003) have identified two psycho-social mechanisms that might explain both rates of volunteering and the positive effect of volunteering activities on well-being, namely psychological resources and social integration.…”

Section: Levels Of Participation In Voluntary Organizations Vary Widementioning

confidence: 99%

“…It has previously been found that volunteering is related to a variety of sociodemographic characteristics (Musick et al, 2000;Wilson, 2000;Wilson & Musick, 1999). Although we observe socio-demographic differences in volunteering, these do not account for the differences in the frequency of volunteering across the three country groups (Table 1, model 1).…”

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Happy to Help? Exploring the Factors Associated with Variations in Rates of Volunteering Across Europe

2009

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This is the unspecified version of the paper.This version of the publication may differ from the final published version. Permanent repository link AbstractThe frequency of formal volunteering varies widely across European countries, and rates of formal volunteering are especially low among Eastern European countries. Why are there such large differences in volunteering rates when it is known that volunteering is beneficial for well-being? Using data from the latest round of the European Social Survey, we test three hypotheses to explain these cross-national differences in volunteering. We ask whether people in countries with low frequencies of volunteering spend more of their time on informal volunteering activities; whether they differ on socio-demographic variables which are known to be linked to volunteering rates; or whether they show less well-being benefit from formal volunteering. Contrary to the first hypothesis, we find a positive correlation between formal and informal volunteering. We further conclude that national differences in rates of volunteering cannot be fully explained by differences in the social, psychological or cultural factors associated with volunteering nor the outcome of volunteering. It is likely that contextual factors, such as a country's historical background or institutions, determine levels of volunteering to a large extent.

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Happy to Help? Exploring the Factors Associated with Variations in Rates of Volunteering Across Europe

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“…However results are conflicting depending on the definition of volunteering used, the sample included and the type of analysis conducted (Musick, Wilson, & Bynum, 2000;Smith, 1994). For example in a series of US-based studies, some authors conclude that Caucasian Americans are more likely to volunteer than African Americans (Musick et al, 2000(Musick et al, , p. 1555Palisi & Korn, 1989, pp. 180, 184;Sundeen, 1992, p. 286) while others conclude that African Americans are more likely to volunteer than Caucasian Americans (Auslander & Litwin, 1988, p. 32;Florin, Jones, & Wandersman, 1986;Olsen, 1970).…”

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Attracting Volunteers in Highly Multicultural Societies: A Marketing Challenge

Randle

Dolničar

2012

Journal of Nonprofit & Public Sector Marketing

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Increasingly, volunteer managers are facing a typical marketing problem: how to identify the right consumers (in this case volunteers); attract them; and keep them loyal. In multicultural societies this challenge is amplified because of the many different groups originating from countries that can vary significantly in terms of the extent and nature of volunteering and the reasons for being involved. Often, the consequence of this heterogeneity is limited success of generic, community-wide marketing and recruitment campaigns.Using the Theory of Planned Behavior, we investigate whether significant differences exist between Australian residents from different cultural backgrounds in their volunteering behavior. Groups were found to differ in attitude, social norm and perceived behavioral control, suggesting the need for customized rather than market-wide marketing strategies.Results are theoretically important because they provide empirical evidence that volunteers in multicultural societies cannot be viewed as one homogeneous mass. Practically, the results provide detailed insight into each cultural group and the factors which influence their behavior. This can be used to create customized campaigns to tap into the large, but underutilized, base of volunteers from different backgrounds.3

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Comparing Neighborhood‐focused Activism and Volunteerism: Psychological Well‐being and Social Connectedness

Gilster

2012

Journal Community Psychology

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Does participating in neighborhood-focused activism confer different benefits than volunteering? The engagement of community members in neighborhood civic life has been identified as an important component of safe and healthy communities. Research on community engagement has encompassed voluntary associations, volunteering, as well as participation in neighborhood activism. A diverse set of research suggests that there are psychological and social benefits to community engagement, but also suggests that there are differences between forms of participation. In order to understand these differences, I examine the relationship of both volunteerism and neighborhood activism to psychosocial outcomes using survey data from a neighborhood-based sample of Chicago residents (n=3105). Findings suggest that activism is different—activists have higher neighborhood and personal mastery than those who only volunteer. Participation in neighborhood activism is also associated with an increased likelihood of contact with local officials and social ties in the neighborhood.

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Race and Formal Volunteering: The Differential Effects of Class and Religion

Cited by 208 publications

References 26 publications

Happy to Help? Exploring the Factors Associated with Variations in Rates of Volunteering Across Europe

Happy to Help? Exploring the Factors Associated with Variations in Rates of Volunteering Across Europe

Attracting Volunteers in Highly Multicultural Societies: A Marketing Challenge

Comparing Neighborhood‐focused Activism and Volunteerism: Psychological Well‐being and Social Connectedness

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