36% of U.S. Nonprofits See Increase in Volunteers Due to Bush Emphasis on Community Service, Kintera Survey Shows.

Business Editors

SAN DIEGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--May 1, 2002

The results of a recent nonprofit poll showed 36% of those surveyed found an increase in volunteers following President George W. Bush's campaign to boost Americans' involvement in charity work and community service. The survey noted that 45% of the respondents have experienced no change in the level of volunteers, while 19% say the number of volunteers at their organization has decreased in recent months despite this campaign. The informal survey was conducted earlier this month by Internet marketing services provider Kintera Inc., via their website at www.kintera.com.

"Many Americans had already stepped up their philanthropic involvement by donating to September 11th relief efforts -- donating their time is a logical progression," said Dr. Harry Gruber, CEO and founder of Kintera. "Nonprofits have also helped their own cause by increasing marketing efforts, especially via the Internet. As a result, not only are more individuals helping to make a difference, but people are also asking their family members and friends to get involved with a charity, either by volunteering or making a donation."

Dr. Gruber notes that the nonprofit sector has seen other benefits from the Bush administration's spotlight on philanthropy and community service. "The President consistently mentions the need for charitable involvement in his speeches, and the White House promoted the American Liberty Partnership ePhilanthropy initiative that resulted in an increase in charitable gifts. This new focus on philanthropy in America should help 2002 be a better year for the nonprofit sector in terms of gifts and service," said Gruber.

About Kintera, Inc.

Kintera is the leading Internet marketing services provider offering nonprofit organizations advanced web-based solutions to help raise awareness and funds. Kintera's services, highlighted by its proprietary "Friends Asking Friends(TM)" technology, leverage the power of the Internet to enrich user experiences when interacting with nonprofit organizations. The company's end-to-end Internet solutions meld with traditional fundraising to enhance donor recruitment, cultivation and stewardship programs. For more information, visit the Kintera web site at www.kintera.com or call 858/795-3000. Kintera's headquarters are located in San Diego.

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