There are countless NGOs all over the world. Groups of people coming together for a cause that they believe in. Of course, DYOR. To be clear, I did finish university. But after that, I volunteered for an NGO where we set up green energy systems in refugee camps in Asia. Not a scam at all. On the contrary, it was an incredible experience. Made friends with people that I am still in touch with after 10 years.

If you travel to Laos or Cambodia you will find pockets of wealthy touristy areas which are surrounded by crushing poverty. There are plenty of opportunities to help improve people's lives just about everwhere.