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Volunteering: Let's Get Started!
An Excerpt from The Busy Family's Guide to Volunteering: Doing Good Together
By Jenny Friedman
If your city is a member of this organization, you'll find an online calendar of volunteer opportunities specific to your area. These are often one-time opportunities that allow volunteers to get to know social service organizations and try out a variety of jobs, some specifically for families.
Give Spot
Find out more about volunteering, charities, donation sites, nonprofits and foundations at this all-inclusive Web site.
Hearts and Minds
This site is rich in information, including descriptions of charitable organizations and inspirational quotes, but somewhat limited in terms of volunteer possibilities. It's interesting to peruse for ideas and inspiration.
Network for Good
Make a donation to charity, find out about volunteer opportunities and learn to be an activist. Find resources and nonprofits in your family's area of interest.
Points of Light Foundation
Points of Light Foundation is a national non-profit dedicated to increasing volunteerism. Click on volunteer centers or call 1-800-VOLUNTEER to find the volunteer agency nearest you.
SERVEnet
This site lets you find opportunities by entering your zip code or you can create a "volunteer profile" to find volunteer projects that match your interests.
United Way
Locate your local United Way Web site and click on "volunteer" to view the listings for your area.
Volunteer Match Online
This Web site matches organizations looking for volunteers with people interested in making a volunteer commitment. It's not specifically for families, but there are hundreds of opportunities, some of which may work for you and your kids. Just enter your zip code.
