Curated OER
Our Land Lesson 2: Song Mapping
Students study the meaning of philanthropy as giving of time. talent, and treasures. They sing This Land Is Your Land while locating five of the places on a map of the United States showing that relief office are everywhere. They decide...
Curated OER
Philanthro What?
Students discuss what it means to be a philanthropist and how important philanthropists are to the community. They discuss the tradition involved in philanthropy and create a show and tell "Philanthropy Teaching Quilt" using the various...
Other
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
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
Scribd: Texas Exes: Texas Civic Health Infographic
This infographic uses images and facts to compare the average Texan's involvement in civil and government issues to that of an average American.
4-H
National 4 H Council
Learn about local volunteering opportunities for kids of all ages at the National 4-H Council website.
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.
Other
Youth Service America
Get Involved! Speak out! Serve! Here's a great site for kids who want to get involved in their community and become the future leaders. Lots of ideas and examples. Explore programs, news, and events to help you get connected and start...
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.
Other
International Volunteer Programs Association
This site is the home page for the International Volunteer Programs Assoc. Volunteer vacations, like those listed on this site, are becoming more and more popular. The pull-down menus will help you find a project. The question/answer...
Learning to Give
Learning to Give: The Project Making a Plan
This site from Learning To Give provides information on recognizing need and finding a way to meet that need. A lesson plan for grades 6-8 is included. This site is very interesting to check out.
Other
The Student Conservation Association
Mission: To build the next generation of conservation leaders and inspire lifelong stewardship of the environment and communities by engaging young people in hands-on service to the land.
Other
Corporation for National and Community Service: United We Serve
See many ways to get involved in the community and promote volunteerism. Provides ideas for service, toolkits to help get started, and many resources for people willing to volunteer to improve their schools and communities.
Other
Ameri Corps
Use this site to learn how you can make a difference by serving with an Americorps or Learn and Serve America Program. After their term of service, AmeriCorps members receive education awards that help finance college or pay back student...
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Portland Habitat for Humanity
"Join us as we build simple, decent, affordablehouses in partnership with those in need of adequate shelter." Portland Habitat allows you to meet new home owners and read about their attempts to gain housing for their families.
Other
United Way
The United Way represents many major charitable organizations. From this page, you can access the United Way organization in the United States, in Canada, or the International Organization. In addition to local United Way activities, the...
Other
Volunteer Programs
This site lists several volunteer program opportunities. Volunteer vacations, like those listed on this site, are becoming more and more popular.
First World War
Prose & Poetry: Literary Ambulance Drivers
Why did many literary figures, including Hemingway, volunteer for ambulance duty during World War I? This article explores the topic, with specific references to Hemingway.
Other
Sustainable Development Institute: Tending the Watershed
Article from the Sustainable Development Institute about protecting the Neuse River in North Carolina, outlining the issues and the work that is done by the watershed tenders.
Other
California Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics
The homepage of the California Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics. Find news, foundation information, scholarships and more.
Curated OER
Clip Art by Phillip Martin: Volunteer
A clipart illustration by Phillip Martin titled "Volunteer."
Curated OER
Clip Art by Phillip Martin: Volunteer
A clipart illustration by Phillip Martin titled "Volunteer."