I am looking for programs in Central America, for a few months, school schedule does not matter. I have found several open to sixteen and up, I need one for fifteen. thanks for everything.

Nonprofit News
As our community continues to face a tight economy and shrinking budgets, the Daily Record has established this page that will each week chronicle the efforts of local nonprofit organizations.

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Spearfish free clinic serves more than 300 uninsured in first year
SPEARFISH — When other fledgling nonprofit organizations are struggling to find willing volunteers and funding to get their vision off the ground, at the first anniversary of its inception on Feb. 2, the Good Shepherd Clinic had a very unique need — more patients.

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Young ‘HEROES’ Address Childhood Obesity Epidemic, Support First Lady Michelle Obama’s ”Let’s Move” Initiative
WASHINGTON—-With First Lady Michelle Obama’s announcement of a major initiative against childhood obesity, “Let’s Move,” hundreds of schools and organizations across the United States have launched youth-led service-learning initiatives focused on the growing epidemic.

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Planet Election Guide: Sales tax bump for non-profits, special events
In an effort to plug a hole in the revenue stream supporting arts, special events, and non-profit organizations in Telluride, town council has asked voters to consider a .6 percent sales tax increase on the November ballot.

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MiraCosta students will help with tax returns
MiraCosta College students trained in tax issues will volunteer their time and expertise this spring to help low- and moderate-income families prepare their tax returns.

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Tony explaining the Hotball game at the Christmas Holiday Party with the senior students of the Koh Samui Secondary School in Thailand.

Success & Service — Longtime Ceres volunteer honored on birthday
More than 200 people surprised longtime Ceres resident Fran Welsh on Jan. 31 with a party to celebra

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Obituary: Volunteer helped lead effort for juvenile detention center
The Fort Worth woman helped the effort to build a juvenile detention center.

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Chamber honors local residents
Recognizing Williston’s best in community service, volunteerism and performance on the job took center stage Monday evening during the 2010 Williston Area Chamber of Commerce annual meeting and banquet at Williston’s Old Armory.

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Government of Canada Helps Prince George Youth Prepare for Jobs
PRINCE GEORGE, BRITISH COLUMBIA–(Marketwire – Feb. 8, 2010) – Local youth who face barriers to employment will get job-preparation training and work experience through the Government of Canada’s support for an employment project. The Honourable Jay Hill, Leader of the Government in the House of Commons and Member of Parliament for Prince George-Peace River, made the announcement today on behalf …

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Lowell Students Meet Shore Merchants
On-the-job training never can start too early. At least that’s the philosophy behind Lowell Elementary School’s “Merchant Mentor Days” program that has partnered fourth grade students with Second Street merchants for more than 10 years.

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Fair focuses on the community
Free swine flu vaccines will be a highlight of the third annual Community Awareness Fair, an event Tuesday that promises information and resources for Pasco County residents.

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Local news in brief, 2/3
SAN ANGELO, Texas —2 local men arrested in home robberyTwo men were arrested Monday in connection with an aggravated robbery at a north San Angelo residence, police reported Tuesday afternoon.On Thursday, two people allegedly entered a house in the 2400 block of Stanton Street through an unlocked back door, according to a San Angelo Police news release. A man who lived there saw the two enter …

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How To Live The Christian Lifestyle With God As Your Best Friend
Many people see life in a negative way. This negative attitude can be reversed by reading this new book: “Anchors Of Faith” by Terrance L.

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Westmont students sell bracelets for Haiti relief effort
Students at Westmont High School have found a fun way to raise money for the Haiti relief effort — making handmade bracelets and selling them during the lunch hours.

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United Veterans of Flathead needs help
Jim Hiebert, commander of the United Veterans of the Flathead, has put out a call for volunteers to participate in the organization’s honor guard duties.

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10-step outline to fight hunger
The authors of a new report on hunger have 10 suggestions for getting more eligible people to take part in San Diego County’s underused food-stamp program.

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Bird groups call for national backyard count
Bird watchers coast to coast will take part in the 13th annual Great Backyard Bird Count Friday through Feb. 15. Participants in the free event will join tens of thousands of volunteers counting birds in their own backyards, local parks or wildlife refuges.

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Wildlife rescuers carry on despite cost
Day after day, Marie Molloy of Clairemont combs San Diego County’s coastline for injured birds. She collects them in her Chevy Tahoe and carts them to emergency-care centers at places such as SeaWorld on Mission Bay.

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Students start own THON run
When their son Gabe was diagnosed with cancer at age 4, Connie and Hank Angus became part of a Four Diamonds family and the THON community.

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