Community Service

Volunteers of America - New Orleans - Touching lives and offering support and fellowship to the youth of the Crescent City.
http://www.voagno.org/

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/

Brookfield Zoo: Caring! It's Our Nature! - Includes information about the zoo's volunteer programs, memberships, and donations.
http://www.brookfieldzoo.org/0.asp?nSection=12&pageid=283&nLinkID=291

National Youth Court Center - Resource for teen courts. Features regional training seminars, publications, message boards, newsletter, and links.
http://www.youthcourt.net

TeenPact Online - Provides information about Christian group which equips teens to become leaders in politics, society, and citizenship.
http://teenpact.com/

Students For Students International (S4SI) - Dedicated to harnessing the energy of students to help other students, both in America and around the world.
http://www.ibiblio.org/cws/s4si/

Norwood Kids Foundation - Focused on increasing resources available to disadvantaged youth. Offers bulletin boards, and the latest news on the foundation, Brandy and Ray J.
http://www.norwoodkidsfoundation.com

Educate - A non-profit organzation run by students that provides for the well-being and education of refugees in Uganda and Rwanda. The group is expanding to include programs in Haiti and other African nations.
http://www.educateafrica.org/

Stretch-A-Family - An adolescent fostering and community placement agency and residential care provider for 12 - 18 year old homeless adolescents. Based in Sydney, Australia.
http://www.stretch-a-family.com.au

New York State Corps Collaboration - Assisting youth corps groups in New York in developing resources, increasing their effectiveness and promoting growth in a changing environment.
http://www.nyscc.net/

ASHA - MIT - Aim of the group has been to mobilize the substantial local Indian community to collectively support and provide financial assistance to grassroots level educational movements in India.
http://www.ashanet.org/mit/

Hills District P.C.Y.C. - Community-based organization that focuses on youth development through a range of activities including Judo and choir for all ages. Includes information on volunteers and staff, activities, and contacts.
http://www.hillsdistrictpcyc.healthydecisions.com.au/

Scholarships for Service - Information about volunteering and scholarships through The President's Student Service Scholarships.
http://www.learnandserve.gov/about/programs/pfs.asp

Glories HATS Project - Builds communities by organizing youths to create and distribute free Glories Hats to children suffering from serious illness and cancer.
http://www.glorieshappyhats.org/

Performing Hearts - Kids helping kids with serious illnesses through teaching, participating, and performing in the performing arts.
http://www.performinghearts.com/

Niagara Police Athletic League - A not-for-profit organization which aims toward the benefit of youth in society.
http://www.niagarapal.com/

Search And Rescue Dogs - Hunter the dog explains how he was chosen and trained to be part of a team, with pictures of dogs at work with their handlers, and a description of a real rescue. Also includes advice to keep children safe in the woods.
http://jcsda.com/kids1.htm

Homeschoolers: Educating, Assisting, & Reaching-out Through Service (HEARTS) - Community service activity suggestions suitable for participation by homeschooling families, including children of all ages.
http://www.h-e-a-r-t-s.org

Send My Friend to School - Find out how to help kids in poorer countries get an education. Includes animated, interactive stories about the sort of children this program helps. Part of the Global Campaign for Education.
http://www.sendmyfriend.org/kids/

International Award for Young People - Called in some countries the Duke of Edinburgh's Award, the award is a journey of personal discovery and adventure for young people.
http://www.intaward.org/

Greater Lansing Youth for Peace and Justice - Group of young adults, grades 7-12, interested in trying to improve the world. Includes mission statement, projects, photographs, members, and contact information.
http://www.glypaj.net/

The Duke of Edinburgh's Award - Information about the awards program and how to become involved in Newfoundland and Labrador.
http://www.dukeofed.nf.net/

Try Youth and Community Services - Nonprofit organization founded in 1883 that conducts or sponsors community service and youth programs throughout Victoria, Australia.
http://www.tryyouth.org.au

Chain Reaction - Program that teaches high school students how to teach their community about the March of Dimes mission. Includes activities, objectives, and local chapter listing.
http://www.marchofdimes.com/aboutus/864_1556.asp