volunteerism
noun
vol·un·teer·ism
ˌvä-lən-ˈtir-ˌi-zəm 
2
: the act or practice of doing volunteer work in community service
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The talent retention benefits of participating in corporate volunteerism are even higher among new employees who have been with a company for 2.5 years or less, who have a 52% lower turnover rate.
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Michelle Travis, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
Engaging in volunteerism allows leaders to connect with people and situations outside their usual spheres.
—Antonia Bowring, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
There’s a lot of volunteerism, a sense of ownership, a lot of pride in being in Garden City.
—Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 6 May 2025
The celebration runs through April 27, encompassing Earth Day and highlighting volunteerism, education and family activities across more than 400 parks.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
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Michelle Travis, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
Engaging in volunteerism allows leaders to connect with people and situations outside their usual spheres.
—Antonia Bowring, Forbes, 3 Dec. 2024
There’s a lot of volunteerism, a sense of ownership, a lot of pride in being in Garden City.
—Rose Evans, Idaho Statesman, 6 May 2025
The celebration runs through April 27, encompassing Earth Day and highlighting volunteerism, education and family activities across more than 400 parks.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Apr. 2025
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“Volunteerism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/volunteerism. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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