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Most Popular San Francisco Children & Youth Nonprofits and Charities
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Aim High
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.95349 stars 172 reviews
Kat White wrote:
I worked previously in an after-school program for middle schoolers, so I know what a great program can do. Aim High does an amazing job creating a culture that is fun and focused on learning. Teachers and students build relationships that will support... more »
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One Warm Coat
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.94262 stars 122 reviews
Meyla wrote:
One Warm Coat has a simple mission with a HUGE impact. We are trying to provide coats for those in need of all ages. We work hard to make it easy for any individual, group, business or school to run a coat drive and connect with a local agency to assist... more »
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Project Night Night
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.99107 stars 112 reviews
Greg13 wrote:
My friend Kendra started PNN with a simple idea: she noticed how attached her then-newborn son was to his stuffed animals and books. It dawned on her that lots of kids in shelters might not be so lucky as to have these comfort items, or worse, they might... more »
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South of Market Child Care, Inc. (SOMACC)
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.9717 stars 106 reviews
Nancy Lam wrote:
This place was very enjoyable and great to work in. I volunteered for a while here and learned a lot about children. The workers are always upbeat!! They also have great energy, which is why the children here are always happy!!! Once in a while, a child... more »
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Tandem, Partners in Early Learning
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 84 reviews
scubajan wrote:
This organizations makes an impact in the future success of young people in school and life by helping they and their families develop an interest in reading. more »
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Sunset Youth Services
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 49 reviews
rachel17 wrote:
I had been volunteering with Sunset Youth Services (SYS) for over four years before deciding to join their Board of Directors in 2009. I'm so energized to be a Board Member! SYS is a truly amazing organization. Their staff are among some of the most... more »
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Equilibrium Dynamics
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.97917 stars 48 reviews
misspinkmarie wrote:
I am writing to give my comment of Equilibrium Dymanics. I have been to 3+ of their various workshops and feel that my option is valid and significant. Their workshops are great and no matter how many that I go to they are always helpful and insiteful... more »
Children & Youth
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Youth Tennis Advantage
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.7 stars 40 reviews
coach white wrote:
As a teaching professional of tennis for over 25 years www.nyjtl.org, in New York with sites from Chelsea to the Harlem Armory, mens and womens tennis North Carolina A&T;University www.northcarolina a&t;.org.,the San Francisco Tennis Club www.sftc.org.... more »
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First Graduate
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 32 reviews
Jack D. wrote:
I became a mentor in the first class of First Graduate in 2000. My student is close to graduating from UC Santa Cruz this year. I have also been a tutor at various times. It has been a wonderful experience. FG has an outstanding staff and a great... more »
Children & Youth
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Summer Search
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.85714 stars 28 reviews
Tammy Mak wrote:
In m past 3 years with summer search i have discovered my self, my light and my joy. Back in high school i was a difficult, stubborn, ass hole of a person walking down a dark road. When i was discovered by Emily on our first meeting i just gave up and... more »
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The Stride Center
- Location:
- Oakland, CA
4.68 stars 25 reviews
garelt wrote:
as a a student of street tech i think is a great place for a person who never touched a computer the learn about computers and microsoft applications granted its hard but what in life isin't but if you make a comitment it will be a great reward a certification... more »
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Handful Players
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 21 reviews
m-c wrote:
I think the Handful players is the greatest organization because it gets the children interested in theater who might not otherwise get involved in theater. The handful beats a hand unfull. more »
Arts & Culture
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Variety Club of Northern California
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 20 reviews
Julia wrote:
I was introduced to Variety 4 years ago when I volunteered at a bike build event for underprivileged children and I’m proud to say I’ve been a donor ever since! I have been fortunate enough to attend some of the fantastic events Variety has thrown... more »
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Enterprise for High School Students
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.63158 stars 19 reviews
rockstarmulatto wrote:
I have found this non-profit organization to be the most beneficial program to exist throughout my life. The staff is full of caring and helping people that are willing to sit down with individual students and really give them a hand. They not only help... more »
Children & Youth
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Yerba Buena Center for the Arts
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.83333 stars 18 reviews
michele1 wrote:
I had very high expectations for the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts when I joined as an upper-level member some years ago, and I am pleased to say that those expectations have been more than met -- they have been exceeded. Innovation, creativity, verve... more »
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SMART
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 16 reviews
tsaltveit wrote:
Watching a new student from a disadvantaged background access the resources and personal attention of a private school inspires me as an educator. SMART students often become the first member of their family to attend college, thus breaking the cycle... more »
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City Youth Now
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.92857 stars 14 reviews
jmeurer wrote:
I work with children in foster care. Sometimes the county funds do not extend far enough to support the foster you (clothing, school supplies, furniture, etc,). When these moments take place myself and many of my peers turn to CYN to help fill the gaps.... more »
Children & Youth
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Success Center San Francisco
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 12 reviews
valeriecamarda wrote:
Success Center has helped hundreds of unemployed people get trained, find jobs and thrive. It's changed their lives! I have seen it for myself. Young as well as older people getting training in the hospitality field - some of whom received employment... more »
Children & Youth
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At The Crossroads
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 11 reviews
Carilee Pang Chen wrote:
Rob and his staff/board members have set the tone for recognizing that everyone can play a valuable role in making a difference in the lives of the youth that ATC works with. Just as they work to connect with homeless youth at their own level, they engage... more »
Children & Youth
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HandsOn Bay Area
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 10 reviews
Rosaline J. wrote:
Very well-run organization with a professional, responsive staff and cadre of volunteer project and team leaders. Through this organization that offers "done-in-a-day" volunteer opportunities, I have volunteered at and served as a project leader for over... more »
Arts & Culture
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Board of Trustee of the Glide Foundation
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
3.4 stars 10 reviews
ehkim wrote:
I helped serve dinner here last week, standing in the "assembly" line putting peaches and nectarines on the meal trays. It's fantastic that Glide has this First Meals program, where clients can come have a hot breakfast, lunch, or dinner anonymously,... more »
Children & Youth
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San Francisco City Impact
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.11111 stars 9 reviews
SFAuditor wrote:
I recently came into some money and felt a strong desire to contribute to a worthy cause in my community. City Impact is well known throughout SF so I reviewed their financial statements This may seem boring to most, but I'm a Finance professional so... more »
Children & Youth
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Living Dream Arts
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.88889 stars 9 reviews
foreveroverflowing wrote:
I have volunteered with this organization for over 5 years. I have seen Living Dream Arts do more good and reach more people with a budget smaller than most peoples annual income. Working in Peru you could see the kids become transformed by the experience... more »
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Old Skool Cafe
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 8 reviews
oldskoolcafe wrote:
Old Skool Cafe is changing the youth culture in San Francisco. In a real and tangible way, it prevents violence creates jobs as at-risk youth are given a platform to succeed. more »
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Juma Ventures
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 7 reviews
Mari Nobre wrote:
I have been volunteering for Juma Ventires for 2 years now. It has been a rewarding experienc to be involved with such a professional and enthisuastic team. more »
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