2015 Louisiana Volunteerism Study
Volunteer Louisiana commissioned the LSU Public Policy Lab to conduct a statewide study on volunteerism in Louisiana. Highlights include:
70% of Louisiana residents volunteer informally, and 48% volunteer through formal organizations
Most formal volunteering takes place within religious organizations
Volunteers are motivated by a desire to help others and improve community conditions
Lack of time is the single greatest barrier to volunteering
The full report can be viewed here