Schools - Many schools promote volunteering either through extracurricular clubs or through service-learning in the classroom. Schools are good sources of potential adults to help you, including teachers and administrators, and of resources like supplies, space, phones and computers.   Community-Based Organizations - Community-based organizations from a senior citizen home to a hospital to a homeless shelter to a religious organization, are always looking for volunteers. To find community-based organizations in your community look in the local phone book or contact your local Volunteer Center or city and local government. Volunteer Centers - Volunteer Centers are local organizations that promote and support volunteerism. Call 1-800-VOLUNTEER to find the Center closest to you. Government - This may include local elected officials or departments that provide services where you live. For example, if you're interested in doing a sports-related program, check with the parks and recreation department. Or if you want to start a recycling program in your school, contact the city or county government solid waste department for information. Businesses - Many companies are active in helping their community. Some even have their own employee volunteer programs and philanthropic foundations, which allow them to give back to their community. You can ask local businesses for help, including materials, money, people-power and know-how. And don't ignore large companies that may have offices or factories in your area.