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California Among Least Charitable Despite Being One Of Wealthiest States

California ranks near the bottom among the 50 states when it comes to being charitable, according to WalletHub's World Giving Index.

  • California ranks 42nd among the 50 states in this year’s index rankings.
  • One explanation being suggested is that California is a border state like Arizona , which ranked 50th, and New Mexico, at No. 48.
  •  Utah was ranked first, followed by Maryland and Minnesota, according to the index
  • California did relatively well in donating money to charitable causes, ranking 10th, and was No. 4 in terms of the percentage of the population that donates money to charity.
  • However, the state finished last in the volunteering and service category. And The state’s volunteer rate ranked 46th overall.
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