[chideltjen]

try searching the forums for 'website topics." I know that there have been threads with groups looking to start a website, or looking for a designer, etc.
I am the designer for my sorority's site and we have a good deal on server space. I know the server admin is looking for help with computer graphics for various sites he sets up. PM me and maybe we can all work together on something.

ETA: also remember that if this is a portfolio, the sites don't have to be live. I mean it's good to have your designs on an actual breathing website but if you can creatively display a comp, you can throw that into a portfolio. Who cares if XYZ GLO actually exists, just make up a site for it.