can anyone give me ideas for places to voulnteer in? besides the hospital or a public library?
2006-07-03 16:15:57 · 15 answers · asked by this old loser 3 in Education & Reference ➔ Other - Education
for a 16-17 year old
2006-07-03 16:16:12 · update #1
www.volunteermatch.org
2006-07-03 16:19:45 · answer #1 · answered by Ron C 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Senior Center
Missing Children
Public School
Food banks
Homeless Shelters
Local TV Station
2006-07-03 23:18:40 · answer #2 · answered by LO 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The Red Cross
2006-07-03 23:18:54 · answer #3 · answered by Chuck Stayk 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would work with the elderly. These folks are one of the most neglected special needs populations out there. They could hire you to volunteer as a sitter. In this position, you may talk with a patient, take them for a walk, play board games, and read a book to them, or even assist in reading their mail (many have bad eyesight). Also, you could express an interest to assist with activities as well.
2006-07-03 23:30:50 · answer #4 · answered by adjoadjo 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nursing home
State park
Horse stables (always need mucking)
YMCA
Childcare
Elementary school
Summer camp
Political campaign
Symphony or Playhouse (get to see free shows, if you'll usher)
School for mentally challenged adults
At a community center
For a homeless shelter or soup kitchen
Animal shelter (grooming, playing, cleaning)
After school programs (tutoring)
Veterinary clinic (walking animals)
At a food co-op (cooking, stocking, greeting)
2006-07-03 23:20:48 · answer #5 · answered by Elspeth 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There should be many NGO (non-government organization) and many NPO (Non-profit organization) around. Each group has a different cause. Causes can vary from education to feeding the hungry, caring for the homeless to conveying traditional cultures. Choose a cause and join one of the those group. I think it's wonderful that you care.
2006-07-03 23:20:43 · answer #6 · answered by Ya-sai 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Contact the united way. They can put you into contact with nonprofits that may have the type of volunteer work you are interested in and best suits you.
2006-07-03 23:18:37 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
you can try elementary schools. As an elective my little sister volunteered at one of the local elementary schools for 4 hours a week.
2006-07-03 23:17:46 · answer #8 · answered by Rosie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nursing and retirement homes are always looking for volunteers.
2006-07-03 23:18:02 · answer #9 · answered by Berdie 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Regardless of your political views, go to the USO.
2006-07-03 23:20:15 · answer #10 · answered by christina 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
animal shelter
senior center
2006-07-03 23:18:09 · answer #11 · answered by xoveexo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋