Find Disabilities Nonprofits and Charities

  joe22 wrote:

I volunteered to distribute campaign materials on my street. As a precautionary measure, I researched the "Autism Spectrum Disorder Foundation" in various online charity rating web sites. I found several autism RELATED organizations. But of the 4-5... more »

  Busyvolunteer wrote:

Over the last four years, I have spent countless hours as a volunteer for this organization in several areas -fundraising, office work, events and raising puppies. I greatly admire the mission they are attempting to accomplish. While revenues dropped... more »

  MyRocky wrote:

4 Paws placed a service dog with our youngest child. The experience was amazing. The dog is exceptionally well-trained and has been in service to our child for the last 4 years. Life with a service dog from 4 Paws has been a healing experience not only... more »

  Mimi8 wrote:

My son was diagnosed with Asperger Syndrome at age 23 after failing college, finishing an EET associates degree,getting a fine job and being asked to leave after the training period ended. He was never told why he was asked to resign. He then spent... more »

  Richard wrote:

Sense International (India) is one of the great NGO success stories anywhere in the world. It embraces sound development pronciples (empowerment, local ownership, involvement of key stakeholders, desire to keep improving) and ensures that all decisions... more »

  Juliana Williams wrote:

In my role with Community Relations at Oakley, Inc. I have had the privilege of working with TACA for several years now. Initially, we worked with them in an employee engagement capacity. Our employees always loved volunteering with their organization... more »

  Kara McGeever Billingham wrote:

We began Lindsey's Place in 2008 with the goal in mind to bring happiness and more fulfilling life to individuals with special needs. I have worked with the wonderful population of individuals for over 16 years. The passion I have to make a difference... more »

  Joanie wrote:

My involvement with Family to Family Network started as a volunteer with their Family Friends Volunteer Program. I was matched with a littel girl who has disabilities and her family. I go into the home to spend time with her doing fun things and in... more »

  dawn2 wrote:

This is an awesome group of volunteers! They work around the clock to provide care for equines that are abandoned, neglected, abused, starved or just pushed to the side because they no longer seem to have a purpose! HFH rehabilitates these equines while... more »

  Surfdaddy wrote:

Best Day Foundation has such a positive effect on all involved from the kids with special needs who participate in the adventure activities to the volunteers, and even the children's parents. I've spoken with big tough guys brought to tears about having... more »

  Maria Y. wrote:

Reecee's Rainbow's mission is more than honorable, it is the very essence of what a true non-profit should be; helpful, caring and not about personal gain for the board. Bravo to Andrea and the rainbow for the incredible work they do. more »

  Eugenia Shen wrote:

Through the Junior League, I have had the opportunity to work closely with this organization. The staff is extremely motivated with a sincere dedication to the families and is always working to improve the quality of services offered. The families are... more »

  Gregory Smith wrote:

My name is Greg Smith, a member of the Organization for Autism Research (OAR) Board of Directors and the parent of a child with autism. I am pleased that I have an opportunity to talk about OAR. I have been involved with OAR for almost 10 years and... more »

  Denise26 wrote:

What a wonderful organization that does so much for the disabled. more »

  dmgodfrey1 wrote:

I have been involved with Buddy Cruise since their inaugural voyage in October 2008, as their photographer. Buddy Cruise provides quality education and fun activities on a cruise. Workshop topics include education (including IEPs and working with public... more »

  Aja D. wrote:

As a long time supporter, I have seen what the Global Autism has done for children and their families. From summer paddles to conferences around the world, Molly and her team are really able to work wonders with children with autism. The work that the... more »

  Sasa Zorovic wrote:

FRAXA is the hope for all those affected with Fragile X and their families. The organization is singularly focused on funding research to cure Fragile X. It is very efficient in terms of using donor funds in putting it towards research--a cut above most... more »

  Leslie A. wrote:

I have been associated with ECF for over three decades. It has become the premiere vendor of services in the greater Los Angeles area. Its breath of services covers birth to senior citizen, excelling in each program. I know this because i have spoken... more »

  KESG wrote:

My husband is a Vietnam veteran with PTSD. He received a service dog from Guardian Angels in September 2011 and his life has changed dramatically! We are so impressed with Guardian Angels facility and ethics that we began to volunteer there in late... more »

  Ben R. wrote:

I have worked at Autism Science Foundation through the summer of 2011. My duties include updating social media outlets as to our activities, speechwriting, and processing donations. The charity is small, allowing it to be transparent with donors and able... more »

  Richard wrote:

Lifestyes is a great organization. I found out about them through their radio station Lifestyles Radio on Live365.com more »

  ljs5020 wrote:

I have been with this agency for 4 years. I have never worked for a place that was so warm and welcoming. Over the years I have seen such a positive impact on the lives of all of the clients served. People here really care about the work that they do. more »

  monifa18 wrote:

Vision services for the blind has been a great experience for me. I enjoy helping people who need it most. It has made me become a skilled individiual over the past 4years. The service has many programs to offer for the blind and visually impaired to... more »

  2tuscany wrote:

The Center for Independence is Amazing!! My grandson, Cody, was born at 25 weeks gestation and 2lbs.,2oz. Because of this he has Cerebral Palsy, Spastic Dysplasia, He began physical therapy at the age of 9 months and my daughter was frantic to find... more »

  nolan wrote:

The people are nice and this charity changed my life. They really helped me a lot and the experience with them has been great. more »