"But another way that nonprofits contribute to a society that leans heavily on volunteers is as inherently democratic institutions rooted in the same values that underpin other core democratic practices, such as civilian control of the military, the right to a trial by a jury of our peers, and the right to vote. In short, nonprofits offer important building blocks for creating and sustaining a democratic society. And engaging volunteers is an important component of nonprofits advancing their democratic mission."
"Freedom of religion: Every religious congregation in the United States is, by law, a nonprofit. In fact, houses of worship comprise roughly one in four active nonprofits. The freedom to choose one's faith-and to form new congregations-is a core part of liberty. These congregations are often born of volunteer efforts, sustained by them, and often shine the brightest during economic turmoil."
Volunteer labor provides significant benefits to nonprofits and the communities they serve. Nonprofits function as inherently democratic institutions rooted in values that parallel civilian control of the military, jury trials, and voting rights. Engaging volunteers helps nonprofits advance their democratic mission and builds civic capacity. Nonprofits structurally embody First Amendment freedoms, including religion and speech, with religious congregations constituting about one in four active nonprofits. Many congregations and advocacy groups are born of volunteer efforts, sustained by volunteers, and frequently become especially vital during economic turmoil and in advocating for social change.
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