The Points of Light Foundation has a list of volunteer centers nation-wide. You can also contact your local United Way , Chamber of Commerce or nonprofit agency you would like to help. Not all volunteer centers work the same way. At the Greater Lafayette Volunteer Bureau you will speak to a friendly, helpful staff person who will ask about your interests, skills and talents, and what type of volunteer opportunities you are seeking. Then they will gladly direct you to a volunteer opportunity.
Opportunities change frequently.
To find out what and where they are, refer back to FAQ number 3 . Any nonprofit board that doesn't want to hang next year's board out to dry does a mid-year financial review. It helps you see if your income is covering your spending. It's also a chance to put those bean counters on the Financial Committee to work. They can help prepare and present the financial information and recommendations.