The number of new U.S. jobless claims skyrocketed to 3.3 million Americans, elevating the economic duress the new coronavirus pandemic. As the outbreak continues to take and threaten jobs, paychecks and the livelihood of small business owners, it’s fueled an urge by many people to step up — to do something and help our neighbors in large and small ways.
No surprise: The current need is great, Rachel Croson, dean of Michigan State University’s College of Social Sciences, told Patch.