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G A T E W A Y |
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Points of Light Foundation |
excellent starting point for all ages to get involved
user can type their ZIP code and link to the nearest
Volunteer Center
groups can also learn how to start a Volunteer Center
useful categories have links to research and evaluation
reports |
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Network for Good |
promotes civic participation and philantropy on the Internet
partners with more than 20 nonprofit organizations
includes more than 850,000 charities |
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idealist.org |
this is a project of Action Without Borders founded in 1995
includes more than 30,000 organizations in 153 countries
users can create a profile, My Idealist, and receive e-mail
updates of opportunities and events!
personalization features, chatgroups, upcoming events, and
inspiring articles make this a lively resource for
idea-sharing |
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SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN |
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Volunteer Center |
working with over 200 area non-profit agencies
mobilizes people and resources to deliver creative solutions
to community problems |
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I N T E R N A T I O N A L |
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Intl. Service Agencies |
I S A is a federation of 55 leading U.S. humanitarian
agencies
partners with world disaster relief and economic programs
click on 200 country names to link to the agency that
operates volunteer programs in this area |
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UN Volunteers |
mobilizes volunteers supporting global development efforts
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idealist.org |
check above for details |
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Assoc. for Volunteer Admin. |
this site is for those in the field of
volunteer management
has free resources to promote volunteer programs, including
publications, training opportunities, and even clip art
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PUBLIC SERVICES |
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Volunteers-in-Parks |
lists and describes over 300 diverse volunteer opportunities
includes service at scenic trails, national seashores, and
national parks throughout the U.S. |
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USA Freedom Corps |
citizens can search for service opportunities
also can locate awards and scholarships, and record their
service hours
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Volunteer.Gov |
federal, state, and local agencies post their openings to an
aggregated list
searchable by ZIP code or by interest area |
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SENIOR CITIZENS |
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Senior Corps |
uses seniors' work skills and care-giving experience
there are three key programs: Foster Grandparents, Senior
Corps, RSVP
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YOUTH VOLUNTEERS |
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America's Promise |
focuses on youth volunteers who wish to help youth
young leaders can get inspiration from real-life stories
learn about awards, and get linked to service training and
tools in their communities |
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OTHERS |
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Service Leader |
a project of the RGK Center for Philanthropy and Community
Service
covers volunteer record-keeping, evaluation,
legal liability,
and software
the Virtual Volunteering section presents a step-by-step
guide to establishing online programs such as
tele-tutoring
or mentoring |
