# Volunteering to 150 Million

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Podcast: [Durham News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/durham-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7569659)
Published: 2026-06-18T11:14:14+00:00
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## Resource

A bold new push to double U.S. volunteers to 150 million by 2035 is underway, led by Points of Light—founded by George H.W. Bush. With nonprofits struggling after pandemic cuts and federal funding losses, the initiative aims to bridge the gap between eager volunteers and organizations by strengthening infrastructure, training volunteer managers, and creating clear expectations. It also targets Gen Z with modern, purpose-driven engagement models, while highlighting how volunteering builds skills, combats loneliness, and boosts workplace morale—like UPS has seen. This isn’t just about filling gaps—it’s about building a more connected, empathetic nation, one hour at a time. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/cfb7ac0a3fde9317

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