VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
Joining Forces with a Local Organization for Children and Youth
Advocates can become more effective by working with a local children’s organization.
Here are a few reputable organizations that promote children and youth, and have state branches:
Their State(s) of Afterschool page is a great resource for local leaders. They list key statistics, leaders, and resources for every state.
Planned Parenthood
Planned Parenthood advocates on reproductive health issues that impact young people, and provides sexuality information to teens.
From their main page, enter your zip code to find a Planned Parenthood in your area.
Stand for Children organizes communities around children’s issues. They are active in California, Massachusetts, Tennesee, Pennsylvania and Oregon.