At a time when many not-for-profits fear a reduction in government grants and donations that help sustain them, they are looking for inexpensive ways to carry out their mission.
Expanding the use of volunteers may be one way for not-for-profits to find the labor and skills they need to remain successful.
To maximize the effectiveness of volunteers, not-for-profits need to understand what motivates them. During a recent survey, AARP asked volunteers in Cincinnati and Philadelphia why they donate their time to the organization.
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