Entries include brief information about each organization, along with the phone number and address, and suggested age range

This directory lists 500 organizations to help young people who want to share a special interest, make new friends, get more involved, or find out more about their future career goals. The directory is a guide to U.S. adult-sponsored, kid-targeted, national non-profit and for-profit organizations. The directory is easy to use, fully indexed, and organized by the focus of each organization. Each entry provides a contact name, address, phone number, and a brief description of the organization's objectives and activities. Available e-mail addresses and Web sites also are listed. The book includes tips on how to find local chapters of organizations and information about how to start a local chapter on the local level. The groups listed provide a vast, informal system of education through which members learn a variety of skills and values. Service, scholarship, internship opportunities, and career advice are often available. Title headings of the contents include: (1) "Introduction"; (2) "About This Directory"; (3) "A Special Note to Parents"; (4) "Directory of American Youth Organizations"; (5) "Youth Work on the Internet"; (6) "Background Information about Youth Organizations"; (7) "Resources for Administrators and Leaders"; (8) "Readings"; and (9) "Index." (EH)