Online resource designed to help young people find volunteer opportunities with animal organizations in their own communities and beyond. www.youthforanimals.org
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
Encourages young people to create their own vision for making a difference in their community and provides them with the resources and support needed. www.dosomething.org
Summer service opportunities for high school students at 52 cultural, environmental, historical and social service sites nationwide. www.volunteers.com
A 6-week community service and travel summer program that combines exciting volunteer projects and outdoor adventure with a celebration of Jewish life. www.92y.org/content/the_tiyul.asp
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. www.yvpwakefield.org.uk
Youth volunteer network with volunteer stories, tips on how to be heard, and database of current volunteer opportunities. www.networkforgood.youthnoise.com
Assists schools and agencies in meeting the developmental needs of young adolescents through training, program development, research, advocacy and information sharing. www.peerhelping.org
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. www.singerfoundation.org
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. www.orangewoodpals.org