Copyright 2006 Julie Shepherd Knapp |
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The Homeschool Diner's Guide to Homeschooling by Subject Social Studies for Homeschoolers Community Service and Humanitarian Efforts by Julie Shepherd Knapp, copyright 2006 "Catch the Spirit of Volunteerism" -- an informational brochure shows the many ways that kids can volunteer in their communities USA Freedom Corp for Kids -- lots of ways kids can give back to their communities USEPA Environmental Club -- learn about environmental projects in your community and find ways to help Volunteer Match -- find community service opportunities of all sorts in your zip code area Youth Service America -- YSA envisions a global culture of engaged youth who are committed to a lifetime of service, learning, leadership and achievement SERVEnet -- enter your zip code or choose by metropolitan area, or enter your skills, interests, and availability and be matched with organizations needing help American Red Cross -- Start or join an American Red Cross club for high school aged students, or participate in a Red Cross Service Project Service Canada Youth.gc.ca -- charitable giving and volunteering info for Canadian youth ages 15 to 30 People to People International -- to enhance international understanding and friendship through educational, cultural and humanitarian activities, several student programs available KidProj -- an online community where students join and/or design global projects and see what others around the world have contributed. Lots of current and ongoing projects to choose from, multiple languages. Peace Games -- an organization that provides classroom training to children and families in conflict resoultion, cooperative games, etc. YouThink! -- answers to kid's questions about global issues, from the World Bank Related Resources Literature That Teaches Kids Values from Mrs. Rushton's Spectacular Second Grade -- a nice list of books by topic Guide Star - great for checking out nonprofit organizations. Gives info on mission, programs, leadership, and finances -- to help you make informed decisions. Basic User option is free (but you need to register) |
"They always say time changes things, but you actually have to change them yourself." -- Andy Warhol (1928 - 1987) "If you haven't any charity in your heart, you have the worst kind of heart trouble." -- Bob Hope (1903 - 2003) "We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give." ~~ Sir Winston Churchill |