By Eric Burger
It’s a simple fact that every nonprofit organization knows: volunteering makes you feel better. But did you know that the anecdotal stories about volunteering health benefits have been backed up by science and peer-reviewed research?
Today, we are exploring the health benefits of volunteerism and sharing the latest studies that show that volunteering isn’t just good for your community; it’s good for your health, too.
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