Volunteerism on the rise in West Michigan

Non-profit organizations ranging from Goodwill Industries of Grand Rapids to those affiliated with United Way campaigns in Kent and Ottawa counties are benefiting from the growing number of volunteers in West Michigan.

According to excerpts from the story:

Swelling the ranks in particular are skilled workers whose jobs were cut, Baby Boomers forced into early retirement; and families seeking a Disney promotion that offers a day of free admission to its amusement parks in exchange for volunteering.

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