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Publication Date: 2025
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Engaging Generation Z: Exploring Volunteering Preferences and Influential Factors for 4-H Programming
Gemma Miner; Roshan Nayak; Cheryl Butterfield; Donna Schwarting; Stacey MacArthur
Journal of Extension, v63 n2 Article 14 2025
This article presents research findings on Generation Z (GenZ) individuals' motivation and preferences as volunteers. The study utilized a mixed-methods approach, gathering data from 910 Gen Z individuals aged 18 and older across six states. Gen Zers prefer volunteer opportunities related to education and social impact, influenced by an organization's mission and values. Support and personal commitment are crucial in their decision-making process. They exhibit diverse perspectives on volunteer engagement duration, emphasizing purpose-driven efforts. This research provides valuable insights for effective recruitment and retention strategies for engaging Gen Z volunteers in meaningful opportunities.
Descriptors: Generational Differences, Motivation, Adults, Volunteers, Preferences, Influences, Youth Programs, Social Influences, Experience
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Identifiers - Location: California; Idaho; New Mexico; Colorado; Utah; Wyoming
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