Web sites to help you find opportunities

VolunteerMatch A search engine that helps individuals find volunteer opportunities suited to their needs. Includes "virtual volunteering" opportunities through which people can provide service without leaving their home or workplace.

idealist.org This global network's web site features information on thousands of organizations worldwide and a searchable database of volunteer opportunities, jobs, internships, events and other listings from around the world.

Points of Light Institute This organization engages and mobilizes millions of volunteers who are helping to solve serious social problems in thousands of communities.

1-800-Volunteer.org This service of the Points of Light Institute is a national database dedicated to bringing nonprofits and volunteers together.

Volunteer.gov/gov A web portal that connects people with public sector volunteer opportunities to help Build America's Communities of Service.