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This isn't what you're asking for but I have this list from a couple of years ago and don't know if all the opportunities are still available.  I'm sure Project Gutenberg is though:

 

Virtual Volunteering Opportunities

 

Missing Maps - helps to map roads, buildings and more in places where disasters occur and that are missing from maps.

Translators Without Borders - allows those who are fluent in more than one language to translate content focused on health, crisis relief and education.

LibriVox - invites you to read and record public domains books, transforming them into accessible audiobooks.

Zooniverse - invites users to take part in people-powered research that wouldn’t be possible without volunteers.

Project Gutenberg - needs proofreaders for new eBooks.

Be My Eyes - connects you with blind and low-vision individuals to assist them through a live video call. Read expiration dates, navigate new surroundings and more.

7 Cups - provides free, 24/7 emotional support to millions via online chat.

Smithsonian Digital Volunteering - lets you help make the Smithsonian collections more accessible by transcribing historical documents and providing better access to biodiversity data.

Project Implicit - asks you to take tests on your implicit associations and assist Harvard researchers working to determine the best ways to break down stereotypes.

United Nations - allows you to connect with organizations working for peace and development in need of skills like research, writing, art and design.

Crisis Text Line - offers free, 24/7 support for those in crisis. Training required.

The Human Voicebank - allows you to record and share your voice so those with speech impairments may also be heard.

Reading Partners - helps students who are behind to conquer reading fundamentals and meet their reading grade level.

Operation Photo Rescue - restores photos that have been damaged in disasters.

Adopt A Nursing Home - sends letters and words of encouragement to seniors and the staff that care for them.

 

 

Virtual Volunteer Resources

 

Catchafire - is a search tool for online volunteer projects. Each has a timeline that ranges from an hour to a few weeks.

VolunteerMatch - filters and matches you to a volunteer opportunity in your area.

Points of Light - discover tools, resources and virtual volunteer opportunities

Idea List - How to Get Involved with Virtual Volunteering

Do Something - 9 Places to Volunteer Online

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