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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Now, that trust must translate into tangible support — through donations, volunteerism and advocacy — to ensure these organizations can continue meeting community needs, institute officials said.
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Nonprofit Institute, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Dec. 2025
One glance at Hiltz’s impressive resume full of volunteerism and board service could tell you that.
—Leyla Shokoohe, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Nov. 2025
Founded in 1992, One Warm Coat provides free coats to children and adults in need, while promoting volunteerism and environmental sustainability.
—Alyssa Hardy, Vogue, 24 Nov. 2025
Historically, Miami has had low civic health, donation rates, volunteerism and voter turnout, Fishman Lipsey noted.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 20 Nov. 2025
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Nonprofit Institute, San Diego Union-Tribune, 7 Dec. 2025
One glance at Hiltz’s impressive resume full of volunteerism and board service could tell you that.
—Leyla Shokoohe, Cincinnati Enquirer, 30 Nov. 2025
Founded in 1992, One Warm Coat provides free coats to children and adults in need, while promoting volunteerism and environmental sustainability.
—Alyssa Hardy, Vogue, 24 Nov. 2025
Historically, Miami has had low civic health, donation rates, volunteerism and voter turnout, Fishman Lipsey noted.
—Milena Malaver, Miami Herald, 20 Nov. 2025
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“Volunteerism.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/volunteerism. Accessed 8 Dec. 2025.
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