This study aims to explain why charitable giving and volunteering enhance consumer well-being, with a particular focus on the role of trust. We conducted a mediation analysis using Hayes’ Process Macro Model 4 to examine the indirect effects of generosity, including charitable giving and volunteering, on the Satisfaction with Life Scale (SWLS) through trust. The results confirmed that all the hypotheses were supported, demonstrating that charitable giving and volunteer work enhance consumer well-being through the mediation of social trust. That is, the benefits derived from these altruistic actions contribute to social trust, making them valuable for consumer well-being. Engaging in these activities can lead to a richer, more meaningful life. Based on the results, several policy and educational recommendations and suggestions for follow-up studies were made.
