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- 20 Ways for Teenagers to Help Other People by Volunteering - Resources for teenagers that are interested in volunteer opportunities and helping others.
www.bygpub.com/books/tg2rw/volunteer.htm
- America's Promise - Founded at the Presidents' Summit for America's Future, and chaired by General Colin Powell. The program's focus is on teen volunteer opportunities.
www.americaspromise.org
- Animal Rescue League - Information about volunteer opportunities with The Animal Rescue League.
www.arltexas.org/volunteer/volunteer.html
- ASHA - MIT - Aim of the group has been to mobilize the substantial local Indian community to collectively support and provide financial assistance to grassroots level educational movements in India.
web.mit.edu/asha/www
- Association of Voluntary Service Organisations - A European platform of organisations offering opportunities for full-time, longer-term (3 to 18 months) voluntary service abroad. Includes the Directory on International Voluntary Service.
www.avso.org
- Cape Fear Volunteers - Volunteer information, referral, placement and tracking for Cape Fear Region, North Carolina.
volunteer.wilmington.org
- Catholic Big Brothers of New York City - The history and mission of Catholic Big Brothers for Boys and Girls of New York City. The site explains what CBB is doing, how it is financed, who it serves and how volunteers can join it.
www.cbbnyc.org
- Child Net Volunteers - Interested in volunteering to help children in your community? This site has ideas and helpful advice.
www.child.net/volunteer.htm
- Children and Youth Councils and Anacej in France - Allowing youth and young adults to be actively involved in the everyday events of their town, county, or region.
www.anacej.asso.fr/public/anglais1.htm
- Glories HATS Project - Builds communities by organizing youths to create and distribute free Glories Hats to children suffering from serious illness and cancer.
www.glorieshappyhats.org
- Greater Lansing Youth for Peace and Justice - Group of young adults, grades 6-12, interested in trying to improve the world for anyone and everyone. Includes information on past, present, and future projects.
www.msu.edu/~beerchr1
- Greater Triad Chain Reaction - Teen youth council dedicated to promoting the mission of the March of Dimes.
www.angelfire.com/nc2/chain
- Harry Singer Foundation - The Harry Singer Foundation is a nonprofit educational foundation established in 1987 to help young people develop character and skills for effective living which will enable them to assume the responsibilities of active citizenship. HSF offers classroom curricula and interactive programs on its home page and sponsors and rewards community involvement.
www.singerfoundation.org
- Hills District P.C.Y.C. - Community-based organization that focuses on youth development through a range of activities including Judo and choir for all ages. Includes information on volunteers and staff, activities, and contacts.
www.hillsdistrictpcyc.org.au
- International Award for Young People - Called in some countries the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, the award is a journey of personal discovery and adventure for young people.
www.intaward.org
- National Helpers Network, Inc. - National Helpers assists schools and agencies in meeting the developmental needs of young adolescents through training, program development, research, advocacy and information sharing.
www.nationalhelpers.org
- National Youth Court Center - Resource for teen courts. Features regional training seminars, publications, message boards, newsletter, and links.
www.youthcourt.net
- New York State Corps Collaboration - Assisting youth corps groups in New York in developing resources, increasing their effectiveness and promoting growth in a changing environment.
www.nyyouthcorps.org
- North Dakota Hugh O'Brien Youth Alumni Association (ND HOBY AA) - News, events, fundraising, and other alumni interests as well as information on HOBY in North Dakota.
www.ndhoby.org
- Norwood Kids Foundation - Focused on increasing resources available to disadvantaged youth. Offers bulletin boards, and the latest news on the foundation, Brandy and Ray J.
www.norwoodkidsfoundation.com
- Performing Hearts - Kids helping kids with serious illnesses through teaching, participating, and performing in the performing arts.
www.performinghearts.com
- Royal Zoo Youth Action Council - Guelph, Ontario, Canada - The Royal Zoo Youth Action Council is a group of youth looking to make a positive difference in our city, and share ideas with other youth councils around the world.
royalzoo.freewebsites.com
- Scholarships for Service - Information about volunteering and scholarships through The President's Student Service Scholarships.
www.cns.gov/scholarships
- St Anselms College DofE Award Unit - Contains information about the Duke of Edinburgh's Award in general, and specific information for leaders and participants at St Anselms.
www.sac-dofe.fsnet.co.uk
- St. John Ambulance Halton Hills Cadets - Youth volunteers learn first aid and assist first aid staff at local events. Includes patient care competition teams.
www.sja-haltonhills.org/cadets.html
- Stretch-A-Family - An adolescent fostering and community placement agency and residential care provider for 12 - 18 year old homeless adolescents. Based in Sydney, Australia.
www.stretch-a-family.com.au
- Students Against Destructive Decisions ( SADD -Missouri) - Provides students with prevention and intervention tools to deal with issues of underage drinking, drunk driving, drug abuse, and other destructive decisions. Includes information and events from this chapter.
www.geocities.com/missourisadd
- Students For Students International (S4SI) - Dedicated to harnessing the energy of students to help other students, both in America and around the world.
www.s4si.org
- TeenPact Online - Provides information about Christian group which equips teens to become leaders in politics, society, and citizenship.
teenpact.com
- The Duke of Edinburgh's Award - Information about the awards program and how to become involved in Newfoundland and Labrador.
www.dukeofed.nf.net
- Try Youth and Community Services - Youth programs throughout Victoria, Australia.
www.tryyouth.org.au
- Volunteering and Service Learning - Some things to think about before volunteering, and some links to volunteering.
www.missouri.edu/~cppcwww/vsl.shtml
- Volunteering With Your Family - Learn about opportunities to volunteer with your family.
www.impactonline.org/about/advice/family.jsp
- Volunteers of America - New Orleans - Touching lives and offering support and fellowship to the youth of the Crescent City.
www.insideneworleans.com/community/groups/voa/index.html
- Youth In Action Network - Information about youth service projects. Learn more about taking positive action on issues like human rights and the environment.
www.mightymedia.com/youth
- Youth Karaoke - A program to get kids off of the streets by providing a safe and fun environment. The program had been effective in giving 'Street Kids' a place to meet, hand, and learn and grow.
www.YouthKaraoke.Org
- Youth Power - Information on forming a Youth Power club in your area. Youth Power is formerly the Just Say No To Drugs campaign.
www.youthpower.org
- Youth Service America - Volunteer opportunities in all 50 states. Enter a zip code and find organizations in that area needing help.
www.SERVEnet.org
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