To explore whether income differences affect the recruitment of volunteers, particularly within the 4-H program.
Analyzed data on low-income 4-H volunteers and compared them to other volunteer demographics.
Utilized a quantitative approach to assess similarities and differences in volunteering traits.
Low-income 4-H volunteers exhibit similar characteristics to their higher-income counterparts in volunteering.
No significant barriers were identified that deter low-income individuals from volunteering.
Abstract
This study suggests income differences need not deter volunteer recruitment. The data indicate low-income, 4-H volunteers are similar to other volunteers in many ways.