Poll Results

Q4 What would motivate you (besides money) to do something to help your community?

Overwhelming first choice = Knowing the task was a worthwhile use of my time; knowing the job really made a difference

Next three tied for #2 position

#2 = Being with friends, work is fun

#2 = My own values (includes religion)

#2 = Get a good feeling from helping

Only one choice for #3 position

#3 = A personal connection to a cause

Next three tied for fourth position

#4 = Praise- Adult recognition (includes media coverage & other rewards)

#4 = Use for college & job applications

#4 = Something definite but ??

Six-way tie for fifth position

#5 = scholarship opportunities

#5 = apprenticeship opportunities; "getting a real life education"

#5 = school recognition

#5 = social experience-meeting people

#5 = result in job opportunity

#5 = knowing what needed to be done

The following are random samplings of less popular responses

• free food (coupons)
• To be a role model- a catalyst for others
• class credits
• new skate park
• thought of better future
• bike
• chance to be on TV
• less school
• "Jack Squat"
• material for public library
• material for schools
• free ski passes
• good food
• mentors
• snowboard
• music (CDs etc.)