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20 Ways for Teenagers to Help Other People by Volunteering
Shows teenagers 20 ways to volunteer their time to help other people.
http://www.bygpub.com/books/tg2rw/volunteer.htm
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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.
http://www.americaspromise.org/
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Amigos de las Americas
Places young people from the U.S. in summer volunteer positions providing public health services in Latin America.
http://www.amigoslink.org/
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City of Monterey Volunteen Program
Teen summer program that places local teenagers in volunteer positions within city government.
http://www.monterey.org/volunteen/
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Do Something
Encourages young people to create their own vision for making a difference in their community and provides them with the resources and support needed.
http://www.dosomething.org/
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Fire Starter: Guide for Youth
Offers information for teens who want to learn how to get involved in their community. Includes motivation, awareness, skill building, and links to additional action plans.
http://www.freechild.org/Firestarter/home.htm
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Friends Work Camp Program
Work camp that works in resident's homes, attends a Black Baptist Church and visits arraignment court.
http://www.pym.org/workcamp/index.html
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Harry Singer Foundation
Nonprofit educational foundation established 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.
http://www.singerfoundation.org/
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Hawaii MDA Volunteer Opportunities
Provides information about upcoming events and service opportunities within the chapter.
http://www.angelfire.com/alt2/mdavolunteer/index.html
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Houston Zoo
Web site provides information on opportunities for teens to volunteer at the Zoo
http://www.houstonzoo.org/Index.asp?Page_ID=123
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HumaneTeen
Features true stories of teen activists and clubs making a difference for animals and the environment.
http://www.humaneteen.org/
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Kids Can Make A Difference
An educational program for middle and high school students that focuses on the root causes of hunger and poverty, the people most affected, solutions, and how students can help.
http://www.kidscanmakeadifference.org/
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Landmark Volunteers
Summer service opportunities for high school students at 52 cultural, environmental, historical and social service sites nationwide.
http://www.volunteers.com/
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MADD Online: Youth In Action
Community-based youth organization committed to reducing underage drinking. Includes history, FAQs, projects, team spotlight, and how to get involved.
http://www.youthinaction.org/
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National Peer Helpers Association
Assists schools and agencies in meeting the developmental needs of young adolescents through training, program development, research, advocacy and information sharing.
http://www.peerprograms.org/
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Network for Good: Youth Noise
Youth volunteer network with volunteer stories, tips on how to be heard, and database of current volunteer opportunities.
http://www.networkforgood.youthnoise.com/
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Online Volunteer Guide for Teens
Provides advice, tips, and other information for teens considering volunteering.
http://www.geocities.com/volguide/
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Orangewood PALS - Orangewood Childrens' Foundation
Non-profit volunteer community organization with support and activities for abused and neglected children in Orange County, California. Provides volunteer opportunities for both teens and adults.
http://www.orangewoodpals.org
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Performing Hearts
Kids helping kids with serious illnesses through teaching, participating, and performing in the performing arts.
http://www.performinghearts.com/
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Student Conservation Association
Provides students of all ages in the USA the opportunity to serve and protect national parks, forests and urban communities.
http://www.thesca.org/
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Teens In Action - Volunteering
Advice on finding, applying, interviews, and work habits for teens that want to volunteer.
http://www.teensinaction.org
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The Friendship Circle of the Delaware Valley
A program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, where teen volunteers give friendship to children with special needs. Overview and contact information.
http://www.phillyfriendship.com
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The Volunteer Opportunities Exchange
Connects volunteers with organizations to find a perfect match. Based in Canada. [English and French]
http://www.volunteer.ca/voe/
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Try Youth and Community Services
Youth programs throughout Victoria, Australia.
http://www.tryyouth.org.au/index.html
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Visions Service Adventures
Summer program combining construction-based community service with a cultural experience. Trips include those to Peru, Australia, and many other exciting locations.
http://www.visionsserviceadventures.com/
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Volunteer Match
Finds volunteering opportunities with nonprofit organizations within the area.
http://www.volunteermatch.org/
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Young Volunteers
Helps young people locate meaningful volunteering opportunities in various organizations.
http://youngvolunteers.com
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Young Volunteers Project
Project in Wakefield that helps people age 13-25 to volunteer their time, and gain accreditation through the governments Millennium Volunteers initiative. Access to volunteering opportunities, voluntary work, and accreditation information.
http://www.yvpwakefield.org.uk/
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Youth Corps for Animals
Online resource designed to help young people find volunteer opportunities with animal organizations in their own communities and beyond.
http://www.youthforanimals.org/
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