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Top Ten Summer Volunteer Opportunities

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Conn Coll chapter.

Starting to make summer plans? How about volunteering this summer! Here is a list of our top ten volunteer programs that will not only be an impressive addition to your resume, but will also make you feel better about yourself!

1)  Habitat For Humanity
 
Volunteer with your local Habitat for Humanity or travel abroad through the Global Village program! Learn valuable construction skills, revitalize neighborhoods, and help change someone’s life.
 
2)  Cross-Cultural Solutions
 
Help volunteer abroad and choose to work in programs, such as child development, promoting HIV/AIDS awareness, educating youth, empowering women and many more.
 

3)  A Broader View
 
Choose from a wide selection of countries and programs to help make a difference in a community abroad.
 
4)  USA Freedom Corps
 
Help others meet growing social needs caused by the economic downturn in the United States by creating your own project or registering with current volunteers.
 
5)  USA Hurricane Relief
 
Find a Hurricane Relief volunteer program near you to help families affected by these natural disasters get back onto their feet.
 
6)  Global Volunteer Network
 
Get involved with the Global Volunteer Network and work in community projects around the world.
 
7)  IVPA
 
IVPA: the International Volunteering Programs Association, is a non-profit governmental run organization known for providing excellent volunteer opportunities across the globe.
 
8)  United Way
 
Volunteer with United Way and help individuals and families across the world achieve their human potential through education, income stability and healthy lives.
 
9)  Wilderness Volunteering
 

Give back to America’s wild places and engage in an active, healthy volunteer experience that will truly benefit the environment.
 
10)  Animal Humane Society
 
Volunteer with a local Humane society and save an animal’s life! Help find your favorite furry friends a home while giving them the love they deserve.

photo source: http://schools.cms.k12.nc.us/bainES/Pages/VolunteeratBain.aspx

Danielle is a sophomore at Connecticut College and is currently pursuing a double-major in International Relations and Middle Eastern Studies. Danielle began writing for the Connecticut College branch of Her Campus in the fall of 2011 and will continue to write this year as Editor and Campus Correspondent. Danielle has traveled all over the world and continues her love for other cultures and languages through her studies. Besides traveling, she loves to sing and dance - especially as a member of Miss Connduct, an all-female A capella group at Connecticut College. In general, Danielle loves sushi, goats, traveling, and Star Wars/Lord of the Rings. She is thrilled to be working with Her Campus this year!
Elyse Lebel is a senior at Connecticut College majoring in Psychology and Sociology. Studying abroad her spring semester in Copenhagen, Denmark, she loves to travel and learn about different cultures. As co-founder of the Her Campus branch at her school, Elyse has a strong passion and interest in writing, communications, and fashion. This summer, Elyse interned at Teen Voices, a non-profit magazine based in Boston, and is excited to continue to gain experience in online publication with the HC team!