social service

Explores ways that young people can inspire others to serve their communities, and profiles six young people, their projects, and what they have inspired others to do.

Details how Adam Braun, inspired after meeting a begging young boy on the streets of India, quit his job at Bain & Company to start up the organization Pencils of Promise, which has since built more than two hundred schools around the world.

Provides an overview of career opportunities within nonprofit organizations, with information on the industry's history, tips for success, job descriptions, and other resources.

Discusses jobs available in helping the handicapped.

As an alternative to prison camp or yet another foster home, Reese is assigned as counselor to a camp for problem city kids and for the first time finds himself caring about others, especially when near tragedy strikes.

Presents descriptions of jobs that involve helping others, including careers in social work, the Red Cross, and the Peace Corps.

Offers tools and inspiration for individuals seeking to make a difference, covering volunteering, board service, fund-raising, workplace initiatives, nonprofit careers, and other related topics.