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University of North Carolina
Music
Music is a universal pleasure, but writing about it can be a little trickier. An informative handout discusses common types of music writing assignments that one might encounter in a college-level course. Individuals read about musical...
American Museum of Natural History
Being an Archeologist: Chuck Spencer
Meet Chuck Spencer, an archeologist who studies the Zapotec people who lived in the Valley of Oaxaca, Mexico over 2000 years ago. Spencer shares in print his response to questions posed by kids.
Smithsonian Institution
World War I
How did World War I effect the United States' status as a world power? Pupils examine a website to learn many interesting facts about American involvement during World War I. They read passages and interact with artifacts in an online...
Other
Volunteer Match
This database allows you to search for a volunteer opportunity either by location or by the type of activity that interests you.
Other
Habitat for Humanity: Youth Volunteer Programs
This nonprofit volunteer organization focuses on community housing. Explore their volunteer opportunities for young people ages 15 to 25.
Other
Point of Light Foundation & Volunteer Center: Home Page
Are you interested in exploring volunteer work? The Point of Light Foundation & Volunteer Center provides resources to investigate volunteer work.
Other
United Nations Volunteers
Are you interested in volunteering for the United Nations? Find out how to volunteer either online or internationally.
Other
Serv Enet: Volunteer Resources
Are you looking to find a better way to make a difference in your community? The SERVEnet provides Volunteer Resources to help you find better ways to get connected.
Other
Energize: Volunteer Management Library
Energize, Inc., is an international training, consulting, and publishing firm specializing in volunteerism. Its Volunteer Management Library offers selected sources on volunteering for free.
Other
Volunteer Abroad
Database provides information about volunteering in other countries. Travel advice and links to university programs included.
Other
Working Abroad
WorkingAbroad/VWIS (Voluntary Work Information Service) is an international networking service for volunteers, workers and travellers on volunteer projects in over 150 countries worldwide. On this site, you will find professional and...
Other
Action Without Borders: Idealist: Internships
This searchable database will allow you to find volunteer entry-level internships that match your age, interests, and location.
Peace Corps
Peace Corps: History
In 2011, the Peace Corps celebrated 50 years of volunteer service. Learn about this government service organization and the work members have done to improve the quality of life for people all around the world.
Other
Imva: So You're Thinking About Volunteering
This site contains information on medical volunteer programs. It includes a Q. & A. section that covers most of the aspects of this type of work.
Other
The Center for Interim Programs
INTERIM offers individuals of all ages and backgrounds the opportunity to explore different areas of interest via a personally tailored, experience-based format. Since its inception, INTERIM has designed creative "Time on," for over...
Other
Volunteer Programs
This site lists several volunteer program opportunities. Volunteer vacations, like those listed on this site, are becoming more and more popular.
Other
Americorps: Vista
Americorps VISTA is a break off institution of the original VISTA set up in 1965. Check out this site to find out more current information about what sort of work is done by Americorps VISTA volunteers.
Peace Corps
Peace Corps
This is the official site of the Peace Corps. Learn about potential assignments for volunteers, countries available, potential benefits, and the type of people who join, as well as information about the history and management of the...
Other
Cuso
CUSO is a Canadian organization similar in mission and purpose as the United States' Peace Corps. Founded in 1961, CUSO has grown into a dynamic organization working to combat poverty and inequality, aid human rights, treat HIV/AIDS, and...
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Ameri Span Unlimited
AmeriSpan Unlimited provides immersion, intern, and educational tours in Spanish-speaking countries. Information on all programs, job opportunities, and travel resources are provided.
Other
Points of Light Institute: Generation On
Developed with the intention of making the world a better place, Generation On is a global project giving children service learning opportunities. Resources for teachers, children, teens, and parents are included.
Other
Usa Weekend: Make a Difference Day
Find out about the various volunteer projects taking place during the annual Make a Difference Day. Offers project ideas, tools, and news.
Curated OER
National Park Service: Work With Us
Learn about working for the U.S. National Park Service. Read a list of career opportunities from archaeologist to park ranger, and find out about park volunteering and internships.
PBS
Pbs Learning Media: Kids Care
In this video segment [0:47] from Zoom, students in the Kids Care Club prepare "Bags of Love" for mothers and children.