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The people of San Diego does a lot of humanitarian actions despite of their busy schedules. Doing charity, fund raising and even volunteer work has become a passion for the city's community. In service to the public and helping the people who are in need, non profitable humanitarian actions are available to do in San Diego. Committed and willing to serve, organizations are available to the people who have drives in serving their fellow men. 

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==How to Volunteer==
San Diegans have never shied away from a good cause—they donate their time, money, and household items to local and national organizations that need them. San Diegans may be loathe to see any new taxes enacted, but they are quick to donate money and time in the wake of a large-scale disaster and are generous with those organizations that they feel enhance their quality of everyday life. And since this is San Diego, giving is done with style and often a lot of fun—there’s even a volunteer group for singles!
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While anyone wanting to become involved with a particular museum or neighborhood charity will already have a good idea about how to do so, there are other organizations in San Diego that may introduce you to causes that you hadn’t previously considered. With our list as a resource you can find an area of San Diego life to enhance, and a new social network as well.

==Where to Volunteer==
===American Red Cross===
When the wildfires roared through parts of San Diego the American Red Cross was a source of aid and comfort to many of its citizens. Give back to the organization that has played such a large role in the lives of many San Diegans.
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Telephone: 858-309-1261
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[http://sdarc.org American Red Cross Website]
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===National Charity League, San Diego Chapter===
Is a group for mothers and daughters to work within their communities; their mission is to encourage philanthropic interests while strengthening familial bonds. Chapters are also active in Poway, San Diego del Norte, San Dieguito, and San Luis Rey.
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Email: NCLWebmaster@nclsandiego.org
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[http://nclsandiego.org National Charity League, San Diego Chapter Website]
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===San Diego Animal Support Foundation=== 
Provides opportunities to work with animals in kennels and shelters throughout San Diego. They also have a foster program for those who can keep a pet in their home, or opportunities for people to organize fundraising events for animal causes.
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PO Box 880133
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San Diego, CA  92168
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Phone: 619-847-8755
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Email: SDAnimalSupport@aol.com
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[http://sdshelters.com San Diego Animal Support Foundation Website]
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==Worldwide Resources for Volunteering, Training and Best Practices==

===City of San Diego Volunteer Program===
Help keep San Diego’s beaches and parks running, or lend a hand in one of the city’s libraries, recreation centers, or government offices. One easy application can let you give back to the city you live in, and maybe pick up some job training along the way!
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<b>Citywide Volunteer Program</b>
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663 E. San Ysidro Blvd.,
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San Diego, CA  92173
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Fax: 619-424-0235
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Email: volunteer@sandiego.gov
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[http://sandiego.gov/volunteer-program City of San Diego Volunteer Program Website]
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===Craig’s List—San Diego Volunteers Classifieds===
It’s where you bought your first used surfboard, and now you can use it to find a way to donate your time. Among the requests for medical volunteers you can find local organizations with opportunities for you to make a positive difference in your community.
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[http://sandiego.craigslist.org Craig's List-San Diego Volunteers Classifieds Website]
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===Lycos Classifieds===
It is an online search engine that lists local volunteer opportunities and charities, as well as goods that those charities accept as donations.
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[http://lycos.sandiego.oodle.com Lycos Classifieds Website]
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===Masterplanner Calendar—San Diego===
An online subscription service that allows charities to list their events for free. For subscribers, you have a calendar that lists local charity events allowing you to plan your year and avoid any scheduling conflicts.
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Editor/event listings email: masterplannersd@bizbash.com
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[http://www.kinteramasterplanner.com/site/c.bqLPI5OFKpF/b.865503/k.C9BC/San_Diego_Charities.htm Master Planner Calendar Website]
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===Backpage.com===
The online classifieds section of the San Diego Reader contains listings for local volunteer positions. 
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[http://sandiego.backpage.com Backpage.com Website]
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===San Diego Volunteer Opportunities===
It is an online resource that lists volunteer openings around the county, as well as a feed for news that affects the local nonprofit community.
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[http://associationwebsites.net San Diego Volunteer Opportunities Website]
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===Volunteer Match===
It is a national database used to connect potential volunteers to the organizations that need them. You can search for volunteer opportunities by zip code and once you register you can receive alerts about volunteer opportunities, use their website to organize your referral information, or send your volunteer resume to a nonprofit agency.
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[http://volunteermatch.org Volunteer Match Website]

==Local San Diego Charities, Volunteer Agencies and Projects==

===Better Business Bureau, Charity Seal Program===
Once you’ve found a charity that fits your interests, consider checking them against this Better Business Bureau (BBB) database to see if the BBB has assessed their organization, or whether they have received any complaints.
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5050 Murphy Canyon, Suite 110
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San Diego, CA  92123
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Telephone: 858-496-2131
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Fax: 858-496-2141
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Email: info@sandiego.bbb.org
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[http://sandiego.bbb.org Better Business Bureau Website]
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===Charity Guide===
This website contains listings of local San Diego charities for those looking to donate either money or time. The Charity Guide also offers information about making donations, such as the tax benefits associated with charitable giving.
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[http://charity-charities.org/charities/CA/SanDiego.html Charity Guide Website]
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===Oasis===
It is a nonprofit organization geared towards mature adults. Oasis offers a variety of classes ranging from the arts to exercise, as well as volunteer opportunities.
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Oasis c/o Macy’s
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1702 Camino del Rio North, Third Floor
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San Diego, CA  92108
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Telephone: 619-574-0674
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Fax: 619-574-0156
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[http://oasisnet.org/sandiego Oasis Website] 
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===San Diego Humane Society and SPCA===
Animals are a part of the San Diego community too! Volunteer to help in three different program areas: animal services, community programs, or administration and development.
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Contact: Cathy Covington, Director of Volunteers
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5500 Gaines Street
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San Diego, CA  92110
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Telephone: 619-299-7012 ext. 2211
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Email: volinfo@sdhuman.org
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[http://sdhumane.org  San Diego Humane Society and SPCA Website]
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===San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program===
Lawyers volunteer their time and resources to San Diegans who need to navigate the justice system but are unable to afford legal representation.
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625 Broadway, Ste. 925
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San Diego, CA  92101-5499
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Telephone: 619-235-5656
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Fax: 619-235-5668
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Email: info@sdvlp.org
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[http://sdvlp.org San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program Website]
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===San Diego Unified School District===
The school district’s Community Relations Department has a variety of volunteer opportunities that can include assisting in classrooms, tutoring students, or being part of one of the organizations that keeps our schools running.
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Contact: Ellen Tiffany, Community Relations Department
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Telephone: 619-725-5594
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Email: etiffany@sandi.net
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[http://sandi.net/depts/comm_relations/volunteer.html San Diego Unified School District Website]
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===Single Volunteers San Diego===
Provides an opportunity for singles to contribute to organizations in their community while meeting other singles who share their civic-minded interests. An alternative to the singles bar scene, frequent social events and volunteer projects are emailed to members.
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[http://singlevolunteerssandiego.org Single Volunteers San Diego Website]
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===Volunteer San Diego=== 
A large nonprofit organization dedicated to matching individuals interested in donating their time to over 800 nonprofits working in the San Diego community. Volunteer San Diego will also help nonprofits, businesses, and schools develop or better organize their own volunteer programs.
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Telephone: 858-636-4127
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[http://volunteersandiego.org Volunteer San Diego Website]
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