A society that relies on generalized reciprocity is more efficient than a distrustful society, for the same reason that money is more efficient than barter. Trust lubricates social life. Networks of civic engagement also facilitate coordination and communication.
Robert D. Putnam
Volunteering Is Multidimensional
Volunteering Gives More Than It Takes
Volunteerism is an essential thread woven into the fabric of all societies. The world’s one billion volunteers constitute or contribute to the safety nets and social protection systems available to some of the most vulnerable populations. Volunteering is an act of civic engagement that contributes to self-development and cultivates social capital in communities.
