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Pet Assistance, Inc.
Pet Assistance is an amazing organization that helped us save the life of our beloved German Shepherd, Severus. Without the help of people Ruth and organizations like this one, we never would have been... more
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Austin Nonprofits and Charities
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Miracle Foundation
- Location:
- Austin, TX
4.9876 stars 242 reviews
LauraHirschfeld wrote:
Wow, The Miracle Foundation really puts their money where their mouth is, so to speak. They build and run orphanages in India, and bring existing orphanages up to their high standards of care and education for the children. They do their very best to... more »
Children & Youth
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Minis and Friends
- Location:
- Austin, TX
4.99206 stars 126 reviews
Donna M. wrote:
Minis and Friends presents the true meaning of bringing joy to all. As a volunteer and a mini owner of this non-profit organization I have seen and experienced remarkable things happen to children and adults. These little horses and donkeys can make... more »
Animals
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Well Aware
- Location:
- Austin, TX
4.97345 stars 113 reviews
HPayne wrote:
I have followed the success and growth of Well Aware since the first began implementing projects in 2010. I have admired their high standards for ethical fundraising and management, as well as how they have created programs that truly honor and empower... more »
Environment
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Generation SERVE
- Location:
- Austin, TX
4.93694 stars 111 reviews
Sara H. wrote:
Little Helping Hands has become an integral part of our family's activities together. The volunteer events are perfectly suited for children and parents and give our family shared experiences that will last us a lifetime. Getting our son involved in... more »
Children & Youth
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Migrant Clinicians Network, Inc.
- Location:
- Austin, TX
4.93878 stars 98 reviews
whitney wrote:
I was an intern for the Health Network initiative with MCN for one semester in college. This program provides a resource for the mobile poor to have access to healthcare guidance. Dealing with tuberculosis, cancer, and diabetes patients, the small Health... more »
Health
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Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation Inc
- Location:
- Austin, TX
4.90698 stars 86 reviews
Kathy P. wrote:
For many years I did not know what was wrong with me--why I had such strange feelings in my legs and couldn't sleep. When I finally found out it was Restless Legs Syndrome, I started researching it on the internet. (My doctor certainly knew little about... more »
Health
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Rainforest Partnership
- Location:
- Austin, TX
4.98529 stars 68 reviews
Jordan E. Erdos wrote:
My name is Jordan Erdos and I am a co-founder and board member of Rainforest Partnership. When we decided to start up a new, international environmental non-profit in 2007, we knew we wanted to do things differently from the very respectable groups that... more »
Animals
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Street Youth Ministry of Austin
- Location:
- Austin, TX
4.92308 stars 65 reviews
volunteer48 wrote:
Street Youth Ministry of Austin may be a mission that is unique in all the world. The missionaries serve street-dependent youths living near the University of Texas campus. Unlike most homeless people, the youths are not interested in finding housing.... more »
Children & Youth
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Caring for Cambodia Inc
- Location:
- Austin, TX
4.95238 stars 63 reviews
maureen12 wrote:
Caring for Cambodia is an incredible organization which is truly changing the education template in Cambodia. They are working directly with the government to emphasize the importance of effective teacher training as a means of improving education. When... more »
Education
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Truth Be Told
- Location:
- Austin, TX
4.98333 stars 60 reviews
ShelleyS wrote:
I first became aware of Truth Be Told, an organization that provides transformational programs for women behind and beyond bars in prison, through a good friend of mine who was involved. I then attended a graduation ceremony at Lockhart Prison in Texas,... more »
Civil Rights
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Heart of Texas Pregnancy Resource Center
- Location:
- Austin, TX
4.95652 stars 46 reviews
MamaRee wrote:
As a donor and a volunteer, I have seen firsthand the warmth with which the moms, dads, and babies are received at Chicon Pregnancy Resource Center. From the moment they enter the door and through every step of their journey, this resource center truly... more »
Children & Youth
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PAWS of Austin
- Location:
- Austin, TX
5 stars 45 reviews
Prima M. wrote:
As the Director of the organization I work very hard to do right by animals, especially those who are abused and neglected. But we do not only serve the homeless pets, we also serve our community and many pet owners who experience hard times. We are... more »
Animals
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TEXSAR: Texas Search and Rescue
- Location:
- Austin, TX
5 stars 35 reviews
Carolyn Appleton wrote:
When I first learned about TEXSAR, I was genuinely amazed. Since 2005, this highly-trained and motivated group of 180+ volunteers has been saving lives in the face of grave danger - in the midst hurricanes, floods and wildfires, to being in rough and... more »
Disaster Aid
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Best Answer for Cancer Foundation
- Location:
- Austin, TX
5 stars 29 reviews
JeanT wrote:
My 85 year-old husband was diagnosed with Stage IV lung cancer and told that he had 6 weeks at most to live. He did not want to die gasping for breath. We contacted Best Answer for Cancer Foundation and they told us about IPT, a targeted low-dose chemo... more »
Health
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Austin Peace Academy
- Location:
- Austin, TX
4.72414 stars 29 reviews
jstevenson wrote:
I attended the annual Marathon Kids event here in Austin,TX several weeks ago and left incredibly impressed with APA students. In the searing heat I witnessed them handing out water bottles and helping students from other schools with the "kickstart lap"... more »
Education
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Nobelity Project
- Location:
- Austin, TX
5 stars 28 reviews
creese wrote:
Turk and Christy Pipkin have created an amazing educational and action non-profit called the Nobelity Project. They have worked in the US and abroad on educational outreach and other development projects, collaborating with Nobel laureates and other... more »
Arts & Culture
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Capital City Village
- Location:
- Austin, TX
4.92857 stars 28 reviews
hymccown8 wrote:
I have been arranging a monthly CCV men's luncheon since early in 2012. We have called on members, volunteers and outside resources to present a huge variety of interesting slide show presentations. These include such diverse topics as: Stability Operations... more »
Human Services
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Police Protective Fund
- Location:
- Austin, TX
1.88889 stars 27 reviews
Danville wrote:
For many years I have volunteered my services to the Junior Police Academy. It is an organization that I firmly believe changes the lives of young people. They go into a classroom with the School Resource Officer and learn not only about law enforcement... more »
Sports
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Comfort Crew for Military Kids
- Location:
- Austin, TX
4.96154 stars 26 reviews
ShayLee G. wrote:
My family has worked with the Trevor Romain Foundation for several years, volunteering and as a military family in need to there services. They do an amazing job of helping Military child. They help military children all over the world learn how to cope... more »
Children & Youth
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Women's Storybook Project of Texas
- Location:
- Austin, TX
5 stars 25 reviews
Lauren P.3 wrote:
Working with this nonprofit has transformed my heart for children with incarcerated parents. The work WSP is not only restoring relationships today but aiding in the development of tomorrow's generation. Go WSP! more »
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Forests for Monarchs, La Cruz Habitat Protection Project
- Location:
- Austin , TX
4.88 stars 25 reviews
Lincoln P. Brower wrote:
I know the leaders of LCHPP and have admired their dedication and accomplishments for several years. They are sensitive to the local social situations and extremely competent in producing, delivering, and managing the planting of the tree seedlings.... more »
Animals
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LIVESTRONG Foundation
- Location:
- Austin, TX
4.70833 stars 24 reviews
Halle wrote:
I attended the LIVESTRONG Summit, sponsored by the Lance Armstrong Foundation. They brought together 1000 leaders in the fight against cancer-- from researchers to fundraisers to advocates. I was truly inspired by the event; my experience was invaluable... more »
Health
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Austin Skyline Foundation
- Location:
- Austin, TX
4.95238 stars 21 reviews
eorsun wrote:
A great foundation that supports international activities and dialogue. more »
Arts & Culture
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YWCA Greater Austin
- Location:
- Austin, TX
5 stars 20 reviews
Marce A. wrote:
I worked for the YWCA for about 4 years as their bilingual-therapist. I have worked in many other great non-profits in my experience as an LCSW but my experience at the YWCA Greater Austin was my best of all. Not only I got super clinical supervision... more »
Human Services
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Humane Society of Austin & Travis County
- Location:
- Austin, TX
4.95 stars 20 reviews
glitterbunny wrote:
I went to this Humane Society looking for a new cat friend in my life. I had looked over their web site and had a few cats in mind when I got there. I spent time with the cats I had "previewed" - but they weren't the right fit for me. I spoke with several... more »
Animals
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