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Organizations

Interested in finding out more about an organization for kids? This section gives information about lots of different organizations.

Resources in this category:

American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
http://www.aspca.org/site/PageServer
Learn about caring for dogs, cats, rabbits and guinea pigs. Learn about how to travel with your pet. You can also learn what this organization does to help out animals.
Boy Scouts of America National Council
http://www.scouting.org/
This is the National Boy Scouts of America Site. It includes information for Cub Scouts, Boy Scouts, and Venturers. It also has information for Scoutmasters, Advisors, and Adult Leaders.
Boys & Girls Clubs of America
http://www.bgca.org/
This is the official site for the Boys & Girls Clubs of America and can give you lots of information about what they do for kids across the country. You can search for the local club in your city. The site is also available in Spanish.
Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada
http://www.bgccan.com/index.asp
The official site for the Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada will give you everything you need to know about the organization. Find the local club in your area and read about news and programs. The site is also available in French.
The FCC Kids Zone Home Page
http://www.fcc.gov/cgb/kidszone/
"The FCC kids’ zone is a safe place for children of all ages to learn fun facts about the telephone, satellites, fax machines, computers,television, radio and much, much more. Guided by mascot, "Broadband", you can learn about the FCC, find out how things work, check out rumors, find out what some tough words mean, and learn how things we use everyday were invented. In addition to all the above, the Web site contains lots of interactive games and puzzles, surveys, telecom factoids and much more. It provides a useful tool for children to learn about the FCC and let the FCC know what’s on their minds."
Girl Scouts of the U.S.A.
http://www.girlscouts.org/
Girls aged 5-17 can become involved in Girl Scouts. This site brings together information on the history of the Girl Scouts, membership in local and national groups, and participation in community service, as well as special dates and activities.
Girlguiding UK
http://www.girlguiding.org.uk/members/default.asp
This is the United Kingdom site for Girl Guides. Even if you aren't a Girl Guide, this site has fun activities for girls of different ages.
Girls Only -- Girl Scouts USA
http://www.gogirlsonly.org/
This is the Girl Scouts USA web site for girls ages 5 - 11. On this site you can play games, take quizzes, ask questions, learn about tech skills and finances, share stories, send e-cards, or click on "Girl Scout Central" to learn more about scouting.
McGruff.org
http://www.mcgruff.org/
This site presents safety tips for children of all ages. There are safety-related activities and games with McGruff and his friends for kids 5-12 years old, tips for teenagers and young adults on how to fight crime, and resource materials for adults working with children and young adults.
National 4-H Council
http://www.fourhcouncil.edu/
Find out all about 4-H and how you can get involved. This site explains 4-H programs, opportunities, products and supplies. It also has links to other 4-H sites as well as links to other general sites.
Scouts Canada for Youth
http://www.scouts.ca/default.asp?cmPageID=81
This Scouts Canada site has sections for Beavers, Cubs, Scouts, Venturers, and Rovers.

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