Most of us are searching for something…
Purpose & Belonging
57%
of young adults feel like their lives lack direction.
39%
of retirees report loneliness, boredom and a loss of identity.
3 in 5
Americans are actively looking for more meaning.
A way to make a difference
74%
of Americans say they would volunteer or take civic action if they had clearer guidance.
60%
of people feel disconnected from local decision making.
But amidst the noise of national politics and demands of daily life, it’s easy to overlook where we’re needed most:
Right here in our cities through the organizations holding them together.
<1 in 5
of Americans can name a local city council member or community board.
70%
of Americans fail a basic civic literacy test.
3 in 4
Non-profits are short on people power, making it harder to meet the needs of the communities they serve.
Many of these same organizations are under massive strain.
And they’re not just asking for our support.
They might help us find what we’ve been looking for.
Because apathy is clearly not the issue.
We just haven’t had the tools or guidance to know where to begin.
