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Millennials Step Up As Volunteers

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The "Millennials" born between 1980 and 2000 take a fair amount of heat for a lack of enthusiasm perceived by other generations. 

But they're plenty enthusiastic about volunteering, at least in Oregon. 

The state now boasts one of the highest volunteer rates in the country for that generation. 

We discuss the causes and campaigns for which millennials are donating their time and effort.  

 

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Geoffrey Riley is a graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism and has hosted the Jefferson Exchange on JPR since 2009. He's been a broadcaster in the Rogue Valley for more than 35 years, working in both television and radio.