A New Generation of Volunteers

In this episode, Abigail, a Long Beach Poly High School sophomore gives listeners an insight into Gen Z volunteers. Abigail shares her motivation for volunteering, how she finds opportunities that align with the causes she supports, and highlights what makes volunteer activities meaningful and accessible. If you are a Gen Z looking to volunteer, a parent or guardian of a high schooler seeking opportunities, or an organization looking to recruit a younger generation of volunteers - this episode is for you! Resources:The Volunteer Center Impact Makers program - A 12-week program (8 weeks for summer), participants learn about the issues facing our local community and the support resources that are in place to help address them. Food FindersAquarium of the Pacific Long Beach Office of SustainabilityLong Beach RecyclesLong Beach TransitLong Beach OrganicsThe Book TruckWomenShelter of Long Beach