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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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Endangered Species International
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.99352 stars 772 reviews
Lovenatureone1 wrote:
Great organization! Very fair and not corrupted group that does great projects to save endangered species and protect rainforest! I really enjoyed the fact they really work closely with local communities. more »
Animals
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Pachamama Alliance
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.95556 stars 135 reviews
Mary Houghtel wrote:
A force for changing individuals' thinking about the planet. Effective at changing one mind and one heart at a time. more »
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Friends of the Urban Forest
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.91463 stars 82 reviews
Alacon wrote:
Growing up in Tennessee, my family had a Christmas tree farm. Christmas tree farming is dirty work, requiring heaps of water, pesticides, herbicides, and other environmental no-nos. One teenaged summer, after removing the stiff carcasses of about 40 rabbits... more »
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California State Parks Foundation
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.77612 stars 67 reviews
cb55 wrote:
Where would I go if it weren't for my California Parks? I hike, sit and read, picnic, camp and above all REST when i am in one of our parks. They are simply wonderful!!! I recruit new members, and clean up camping areas. more »
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San Francisco Botanical Garden Society At Strybing Arboretum
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.85366 stars 41 reviews
Rainforester wrote:
This corrupt nonprofit has spent well over a hundred thousand dollars (and spent hundreds of thousands of taxpayer dollars for hearings, staff time, ticket booths, etc.) It does not listen to members, volunteers or the general public at al! DO... more »
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Rainforest Action Network
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.92105 stars 38 reviews
Rainmaker wrote:
RAN works tirelessly to protect the world's forests. They've been at it since 1985 and have saved millions of acres and help amplify the voices of indigneous allies and affected communities - from forests to coal fields. They're work to save forests doesn't... more »
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Breathe California Golden Gate Public Health Partnership
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.94595 stars 37 reviews
esther1 wrote:
Facilitating the classes are very rewarding. At first I didn't think that very many people would actually quit. I have gotten to see first hand the determination, motivation and strength of the classes as a whole. The group support is so powerful in assisting... more »
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Playground Inc
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 19 reviews
RobinLynnRodriguez wrote:
Playground is committed to helping playwrights develop their voice. From the Writers Pool and Monday Night Readings, to Commissions, and Co-Productions, Playground finds ways of bringing new theater from the page to the stage. Thank you Playground! more »
Arts & Culture
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Earthjustice
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
3.84211 stars 19 reviews
EnviroBird wrote:
An awesome organization to donate to, 81% of all donations go to the work they do. I joined their monthly giving program and it is a great way to stay involved and make my money go further (less mail, they can count on my funds monthly, and I am member... more »
Animals
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Goodwill Industries of San Francisco, San Mateo & Marin Counties
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.5625 stars 16 reviews
donordropoff1 wrote:
I applied for a job and I have been here for seven years. I love all parts of the job, entertaining people, asking people their names. We give them receipts when they drop things off. We organize things on the trailer. My favorite part is organizing the... more »
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Pollinator Partnership
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 14 reviews
MissBeeGuinea wrote:
This organization has very clear, reasonable goals. I feel like I can make a difference with them. They're great at reaching out to their members via social media. more »
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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 »
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San Francisco Bicycle Coalition
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 8 reviews
vsgoliath wrote:
I've been a member for more than 12 years. There are three big reasons I continue to both support and be part of the SFBC: 1) It's more than a non-profit. There are many organizations that I donate money to, but the SFBC is a group that I BELONG to.... more »
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Terra Nature Fund
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.33333 stars 6 reviews
nunature wrote:
Since it was founded in 2000, Terra Nature Fund has been fortunate in having support from a strong group of volunteers, especially the dedicated long-term service of directors on the Board who are professionals in the environmental protection world. ... more »
Animals
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Greenbelt Alliance
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 5 reviews
Matt O'Grady wrote:
I'vde known Greenbelt Alliance for more than ten years, and think it's among the most effective organizations in the Bay Area. Their dual approach - preserving open space while simultaneously promoting smart urban growth - has over the last 40 years shaped... more »
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California Trout
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.2 stars 5 reviews
flyboy wrote:
This organization has been "getting it done" for wild trout, salmon and steelhead for FORTY YEARS non-stop. CalTrout is responsible for wild rivers protection, special fisheries management, improved instream flows for fish, better forest practices,... more »
Animals
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Save the Redwoods League
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4 stars 4 reviews
Richard wrote:
I recently had an opportunity to get to know the Save The Redwoods League and came away deeply impressed by their work. Not only are they dedicated (for almost a 100 years) to preserving one of our greatest natural resources, to increasing our understanding... more »
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WildAid, Inc
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 4 reviews
lips wrote:
i think every organization has its place, most do great work, but a donor needs to look beyond the obvious. It is clear by most all accounts, that the trade of illegal wildlife parts is impacting wild species everywhere. It is imperative that... more »
Animals
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Environmental Traveling Companions
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
4.66667 stars 3 reviews
hilottery wrote:
I am a volunteer with the organization. They create an amazing community of fun and acceptance. Whether on the river, kayaking on the bay or cross-country skiing in the mountains, this makes for a wonderful experience for participants and essential... more »
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The Regeneration Project | Interfaith Power & Light
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
eco-conscious wrote:
The regeneration project has done an amazing job of advocacy within the faith community. Each event I have been to I have learned more, and have become more involved. more »
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The Trust for Public Land
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
greenjoanie wrote:
The Trust for Public Land is a nonprofit that saves land from development by purchasing it and then turning it over to national or state parklands for conservation and enjoyment by the public. A number of good organizations do this, but I feel TPL gets... more »
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Sustainable Conservation
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
Chris Buchbinder wrote:
Sustainable Conservation has a long history of high marks for our financial strength and ability to maximize donations. Our successful track record includes six consecutive years of top honors from Charity Navigator. Only 3% of nonprofits nationwide have... more »
Animals
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PACIFIC FOREST TRUST INC
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
bernard wrote:
PFT is an excellent advocate for private forest land. They do traditional conservation easements, forest stewardship, and are pioneers in the mitigation of climate change through carbon sequestration with our planets natural "lungs". PFT has been successful... more »
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Global Wildlife Conservation
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
3 stars 2 reviews
Lindsay7 wrote:
The scientists and conservationists who volunteer their time for GWC are passionate committed and have dedicated so much time and energy to assemble the best team possible to protect the worlds most endangered species. They are working with LOCAL organizations... more »
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Future 500
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 1 review
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