Florida ranks among the worst in the nation in volunteering

Floridians Rank 49th In Volunteering
Friday, July 31, 2009 6:49:29 AM

ORLANDO -- Florida ranks among the worst in the nation when it comes to the number of people who volunteer.

Figures from the Corporation for National and Community Service show the state ranks 49th when it comes to people giving their time. The study ranked all U.S. states and the District of Columbia.

From 2006 to 2008, 19.6 percent of Floridians volunteered. Only Nevada and New York ranked lower with 18.8 and 18.7 percent respectively. The national average is nearly 26.5 percent. Utah ranked first with 43.5 percent.

The report only includes people who volunteer for official organizations, and doesn't include things like helping neighbors.
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Floridians Rank 49th In Volunteering