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Volunteers give their time and money to help those in need. Non-profit organizations around the world seek volunteers to feed the homeless，build houses and encourage people who suffer. Those who cannot give time are encouraged to give donations to volunteer organizations. The following are all non-profit organizations.
Habitat for Humanity
Founded in 1942，Habitat for Humanity has built over 400,000 homes and served more than 2 million people around the world. It helps create affordable homes for those affected by natural disasters and homelessness. Its goal is to remove poverty and homelessness from the world.
Peace Corps
Over 200,000 Peace Corps volunteers have worked in 139 host countries around the world. This volunteer organization began in 1960，working on AIDS relief, business development and Information technology around the world. In 2011 , 37% of its volunteers were serving in Africa，24% in Latin America and 21% in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. It aims to promote world peace and friendship，
Make a Wish Foundation
Make a Wish Foundation is a globally known volunteer organization seeking to help children with life- threatening medical conditions. The organization was founded in 1980 and has reached more than 193，000 children around the globe. Children with life-threatening medical conditions are selected to have a personal wish come true. This organization creates an unforgettable experience for a child in need.
Volunteers of America
Volunteers of America is a non-profit organization that has helped over 2 million people in the US. It’s famous in the US for its human service programs for at-risk youths, the elderly and homeless people. About 70 ,000 volunteers help this organization reach its aim.For over 115 years, it has brought meals, medicine and warmth to people in need in the US.
21.What's the purpose of the text?
A. To compare different volunteer organizations.
B. To promote some benefits of volunteering.
C. To tell how volunteer organizations work.
D. To introduce some volunteer organizations.
22.Which of the following has the shortest history?
A. Habitat for Humanity. B. Peace Corps.
C. Make a Wish Foundation. D. Volunteers of America.
23.What makes Volunteers of America different from the other three?
A. The aim of its working. B. The range of its service area.
C. The number of its volunteers. D. The number of people benefited.
