There is much said about the millennials, that generation born between the 80s and the turn of the millennium. Many of the generalizations have to do with young tech obsessed hipster professionals that are self-absorbed and ego-centric. However, a new study from The Case Foundation, says that these generalizations could not be farther from the truth.
The study is entitled, “How Millennials are Changing the Definition of Philanthropy,” says that this generation is among the most generous and committed members of society. Like everything they do they are changing the face of philanthropy. Forty-eight percent of these millennials are using their skills and talents, combined with technology to volunteer.
This philanthropic trend is not only helping this generation with their resumes and experiences, it is also helping non-profits to thrive with fresh and innovative ideas and volunteers. It is easy to size up this bearded, coffee, boba loving generation as self-centered but we all have it wrong. These young hipsters are paving the way for an exciting new chapter in how we as a society share and give our talents to help others. This is as hip as it gets in my world.
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