Walk or run for a cause

It's something that many of you are already doing, and it leaves your body feeling as good as your spirit. Discover upcoming events near you.

Mentor a child or teen

There are few things more rewarding in life than knowing you've inspired one special person. Make a difference in a life. Start here.

ServiceNation

ServiceNation is campaigning for a new America where citizens unite and take responsibility for building a better future. Please join us!

Corporation for National and Community Service

We engage more than four million Americans of all ages and backgrounds in service through AmeriCorps, Senior Corps, and Learn and Serve America. For more information, go to: http://www.nationalservice.gov

Help a local family in need

Has a parent near you fallen on hard financial times? You could help by bringing that family dinner once a week. See what other people are doing.

Support a local food bank

Not sure how you can help? Here's an idea: there's probably a nearby food bank that could use your time, resources or money. Start by looking here.

Provide skills to a nonprofit

Nonprofits and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) can always use a hand. This is a good place to look for NGOs in your community.

Clean up your community

Picking up a park or painting a row of houses is something that benefits us all. Find out what opportunities are out there around you.

HandsOn Network

The nations largest volunteer network mobilizes people to take action. Search our database of actions in the search boxes above.

Hear what MC Yogi says

Watch the video on YouTube or download the MP3

Learn about Starbucks commitment to contribute over 1 million hours of community service per year by 2015.

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The nation's largest volunteer network mobilizes people to take action.

Make a deeper commitment to volunteerism—join this online community.