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DC PAWS Rescue
We recently adopted our pup here and are very happy. The rescue did a great job through the adoption process and his Adoption coordinator and Foster Mom were both very responsive and helpful. We are so... more
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Walnut Creek Nonprofits and Charities
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Tony La Russa's Animal Rescue Foundation
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- Walnut Creek, CA
4.67568 stars 37 reviews
skyrisehi wrote:
WOW!!! ARF is the BEST! They have an extraordinary staff, the grounds and facilities are natural and perfect for the purposes... and their services are beyond beautiful. The special treatment they offer applies to people, visitors, volunteers, and clients,... more »
Animals
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Neigh Savers Foundation Inc
- Location:
- Walnut Creek, CA
4.97143 stars 35 reviews
funonmars wrote:
Of all the horse charities I know, Neigh Savers is my favorite. I think more of the donations go to actual care for rescued horses than at some of the larger and better known organizations. Karin Wagner does an incredible job selecting, managing, and... more »
Animals
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Hearing Loss Association of America-Diablo Valley Chapter
- Location:
- Walnut Creek, CA
4.97059 stars 34 reviews
Access wrote:
Hearing Loss Association of America - Diablo Valley Chapter is a wonderful organization! It helped me learn how to live well with a disabling disorder, hearing loss. I would have been a completely different person if I had not joined this group. They... more »
Health
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Education for the Children USA
- Location:
- Walnut Creek, CA
5 stars 29 reviews
Writer wrote:
I first discovered this NGO during my gap year in 2009. The foundation has such an impressive model, not only are they providing education to the students at the school, but they have numerous initiatives that help further break down barriers so that... more »
Arts & Culture
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Save Mount Diablo
- Location:
- Walnut Creek, CA
4.94118 stars 17 reviews
tja683 wrote:
Save Mount Diablo acquires, protects and restores land on Mount Diablo. I learned about them through Diablo Trails Challenge which one of their events promoting recreation and the value of Mount Diablo. At the event I learned that half of the mountain... more »
Environment
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Assistance League of Diablo Valley
- Location:
- Walnut Creek, CA
5 stars 10 reviews
Grandma Jax wrote:
I joined the Assistance League last December and have never been so impressed by this amazing group of women. The members raise funds primarily by the operation of the Wayside Inn Thrift Shop in Lafayette and use them to benefit the residents of the... more »
Education
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White Kitty Foundation
- Location:
- Walnut Creek, CA
4.2 stars 5 reviews
BMW wrote:
Having been involved in this young non-profit since its inception, I have had the pleasure to work with the founders and Board on special events and fundraising. The Fall Borges Ranch BBQ brought out the best in people and their pets as we celebrated... more »
Animals
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Meals on Wheels and Senior Outreach Services
- Location:
- Walnut Creek, CA
4.75 stars 4 reviews
SheilaO wrote:
Through a very well run organization that is extremely enthusiastic and focused with a management team wanting to truly improve the lives of the homebound and elderly, I have been working with Senior Outreach Services aka Meals on Wheels for almost decade.... more »
Food
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Know How Network
- Location:
- Walnut Creek, CA
4 stars 2 reviews
carydaly wrote:
The Know How Network is a non-profit with state grant funding. They pair up volunteers with other non-profits and track volunteer hours and progress throughout the assignment. I have been involved with two volunteer projects with this organization... more »
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California Symphony Orchestra Inc
- Location:
- Walnut Creek, CA
5 stars 1 review
treisz13 wrote:
I am a donor and former board member of the California Symphony Orchestra. Fortunately, I have experienced the organization under the current leadership of Aubrey Bergauer (Executive Director) and Donata Cabrera (Music Director). Each season’s performances... more »
Arts & Culture
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Community Arts Foundation
- Location:
- Walnut Creek, CA
5 stars 1 review
Friends of CAE Foundation wrote:
This is a small volunteer run organization that supports the Civic Arts Education program of the City of Walnut Creek. The program serves the Central Contra Costa County region and over 8,000 preschooler through senior adults annually with classes, workshops,... more »
Arts & Culture
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Klamath River Country Estates Owners Association Inc
- Location:
- Walnut Creek, CA
5 stars 1 review
Writer wrote:
As an owner and part of the KRCE association, I've had extremely pleasant experiences with Susan (sweet, red headed gal) who works in the office. She has always gone above an beyond to accommodate mine and my husband's needs and resolve all of our questions... more »
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Covia Foundation
- Location:
- Walnut Creek, CA
3 stars 1 review
Bhahn wrote:
I had great respect for ESC until the management changed and Pamela Higgins left Presidio Gate Apartments. I worked in the garden, helped with holiday decorations and with my partner, John Westfall, worked with our food sales. For three years I loved... more »
Homeless & Housing
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WALNUT CREEK EDUCATION FOUNDATION K-12
- Location:
- Walnut Creek, CA
5 stars 1 review
cu005591 wrote:
The Walnut Creek Education Foundation is an essential part of my children's education! more »
Education
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CHILDRENS SKIN DISEASE FOUNDATION
- Location:
- Walnut Creek, CA
5 stars 1 review
Teresa wrote:
I have been a volunteer with the Children's Skin Disease Foundation for the past four years. It has been a wonderful experience, seeing these very ill and disfigured children experience the freedom of playing and spending time with other children just... more »
Health
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Diablo Ballet
- Location:
- Walnut Creek, CA
5 stars 1 review
DiabloBallet wrote:
Wonderful Company! We've been watching what they do for over 10 years. Cheers to them! more »
Arts & Culture
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Shelter Providers Of Northern California Inc
- Location:
- Walnut Creek, CA
5 stars 1 review
Beth H. wrote:
HomeAID does wonderful work in the Sacramento region. Thanks to their assistance we have new secure housing for abused seniors, a Safehouse for battered women and their children and affordable housing for adults. They leverage the support of the building... more »
Homeless & Housing
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California Historical Artillery Society
- Location:
- Walnut Creek, CA
5 stars 1 review
Train Gal wrote:
The California Historical Artillery Society (CHAS) www.warhorse.org rescues Standardbred horses from the race track. These horses are then taught to be ridden, pull numerous types of "rolling stock" including an ambulance and a 6-Up horse drawn cannon.... more »
Arts & Culture
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Friends International Inc
- Location:
- Walnut Creek, CA
5 stars 1 review
RFlynn wrote:
Friends International is an organization that works for the social reintegration of marginalized (street) children and youth in Southeast Asia and around the world. I know from personal experience as a development worker that they have a very effective... more »
Children & Youth
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Walnut Creek Warrior Lacrosse
- Location:
- Walnut Creek, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Provide lacrosse related activities for youth in our area. more »
Children & Youth
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United States Masters Swimming Inc
- Location:
- Walnut Creek, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Pacific masters welcomes anyone from age 18 who would like to gain and maintain fitness through swimming and encourage programs... more »
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