Where can I find general information about volunteer programs?

Summary:

Idealist.org offers several comprehensive Resource Centers about volunteering, volunteer program management, and international volunteer work. Brief descriptions and links to the Resources are in this item.

Volunteers

Links to useful information on the web for people interested in volunteering in their communities.

• Find an Opportunity
• Learning About Volunteering
• More Volunteering Sites
• Organizations promoting global volunteering

International Volunteerism Resource Center

The primary goals of the International Volunteerism Resource Center are to (1) provide potential volunteers with the tools and resources needed to make informed decisions about meaningful, ethical, and sustainable international service, and (2) promote international volunteering as an opportunity to both do good with fellow global citizens and engage in invaluable personal and professional development.

• Visit the IVRC.
  
• Start with What is international volunteerism?.
  
• Skip ahead to Making the decision to volunteer abroad.
  
• The IVRC has lots more information on every aspect of this topic.
  

Volunteer Management Resource Center

Volunteer management professionals do challenging and rewarding work and Idealist is committed to supporting them with resources, tools, and networking opportunities.

• Visit the VMRC.
  
• Or read How to Use the VMRC.
  
• The VMRC has lots more information on every aspect of this topic.