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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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New York Nonprofits and Charities
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Smile Train, Inc.
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.33947 stars 380 reviews
BReise wrote:
DeLois Greenwood, VP of Smile Train is paid in excess of $310,000 per year. She is also provided an apartment in New York City paid for by Smile Train. Several other employees earn in excess or close to the $200,000 per year amount. Why are these employees... more »
Children & Youth
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Environmental Defense Fund (EDF)
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.58981 stars 373 reviews
Ci D. wrote:
I'm absolutely horrified that Environmental Defense Fund is pushing the "smart meter" roll out. Horrified. Terrified. I have always been a fan and supporter of this organization in the past. I am still struggling to believe how they could support... more »
Environment
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Children's Scholarship Fund
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.88068 stars 352 reviews
rgskoglund wrote:
Such a great organization that has a real impact on children's lives. They make a real impact and have received top ratings from organization's like Charity Navigator. And best of all your donations are matched. Truly a great way to help children... more »
Education
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Big Apple Greeter
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.95254 stars 295 reviews
Lauree1183 wrote:
My best friend and I visited New York for the first time in August of 2009. Our Big Apple Greeter was a wonderful woman from Brooklyn Heights and she showed us a side of New York that we would have otherwise not seen. Her friendliness and knowledge... more »
International
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Modest Needs Foundation
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.78723 stars 282 reviews
grandmalj wrote:
I was raised on positive thinking and giving to others. When I discovered Modest Needs, I knew I'd found a charity worthy of my limited resources. I've been disabled for nearly 20 years, but I make sure my small donation goes monthly to this resourceful... more »
Human Services
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ASPCA - American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.36866 stars 217 reviews
Lee Balek wrote:
I like the involvement of I like the involvement of Sarah McLachland..the publicity is very touching. However, to pay the CEO almost half a million dollars sends a very poor message in terms of what the organization stands for. s more »
Animals
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SPCA International
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.80095 stars 211 reviews
iknowher wrote:
Lots of monies coming in but not many animals "saved" - stolen yes- but saved? Not really sure. I do know a rabid animal was brought to the States and others on plane had to be killed because of this neglect. Terri Crisp who heads up Baghdad Pups wit... more »
Animals
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The Jazz Gallery
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.96585 stars 205 reviews
Alexis C. wrote:
The Jazz Gallery is one of my favorite places to play and hear music in NYC. Their programing is adventurous yet it always maintains a high standard in terms of quality. In other words i have NEVER heard a bad concert at the Jazz Gallery. The loft ambiance... more »
Arts & Culture
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High Atlas Foundation
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.74405 stars 168 reviews
moroccojoe wrote:
This corporation funnels money from a non profit to a for profit (as stated under their social enterprise page, donate here for HA3 which takes you to the High Atlas Foundations page). The founder plays off of two countries rules, violating them with... more »
Environment
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Huntington's Disease Society of America, Inc.
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.81366 stars 161 reviews
Rick17 wrote:
I got involved with this group through my wife. Her father passed away some years ago from HD. Her sister is in an assisted living home with HD. I became involved through doing some research about HD. I asked Jane Kogan for some assistance. I have... more »
Health
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Palante Harlem Inc
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.95395 stars 152 reviews
scott.janusproperty wrote:
Elsia and her team make an enormous impact on West Harlem. Elsia combines passion and professionalism, with a hard-driving work ethic to assist tenants in this community where no other assistance exists. Palante Harlem is a critical community-based... more »
Homeless & Housing
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Women's eNews
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.7651 stars 149 reviews
34millionfriends wrote:
I read Women's eNews articles frequently. When Lois Abraham and I started 34 Million Friends, www.34millionfriends.org in 2002, I had never heard of Women's eNews. They covered our story. Lois and I were even among the 21 Leaders of the 21st Century for... more »
Human Services
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PCI Media Impact, Inc.
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.97315 stars 149 reviews
elliemcn wrote:
What an amazing organization! It is filled with so many incredible, passionate and dedicated people that are truly inspiring. Despite being a small organization, they have a truly GLOBAL reach and impact. The number of people that have heard their radio... more »
Civil Rights
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Cambodian Community Dream Organization, Inc.
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.93197 stars 147 reviews
CCDO wrote:
Having just returned from Cambodia with a first hand report on ALL the amazing improvements the Friends of CCDO is accomplishing. Our water-well initiative brings clean water to over 12,000 people. It only takes $220 to build a hand-pump water well.... more »
Education
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Share Self-Help for Women with Breast or Ovarian Cancers, Inc.
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.95205 stars 146 reviews
Didi L wrote:
I was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 1988, before people spoke about it. I wanted to make sure that no one else faced it panic-stricken and alone so I talked about breast cancer all the time. When friends were diagnosed, I was usually one of... more »
Mental Health
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Girls Write Now, Inc.
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.93939 stars 132 reviews
NYCNancy wrote:
I have had the privilege of being a mentor at Girls Write Now for two years; thus, I've gotten to know two girls very well--helping each with her school and personal writing. I've also learned about the lives of hundreds of other girls--through readings... more »
Arts & Culture
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STOMP Out Bullying - Love Our Children USA
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.79845 stars 129 reviews
mominnyc wrote:
This is a wonderful charity. They are so helpful!! They answered all of my emails in order to help me. These people really care. It is not often that you reach out for help and get personal help from people who care. more »
Children & Youth
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Education Through Music, Inc.
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.86822 stars 129 reviews
parent wrote:
Education Through Music "provides" music teachers at a school my child attends in the Bronx. At first, I thought it would be a wonderful program and was excited about opportunities afforded to my child. However, as more details about their teachers... more »
Arts & Culture
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Her Justice Inc.
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.97638 stars 127 reviews
Sandy32 wrote:
InMotion is helping my mom to have justice and I could do anything that is my power to serve or voulnteer this Great Organization, they stand up for an abuse women rights, I am very thankful to them. more »
Homeless & Housing
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Artists Striving To End Poverty Inc
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.92623 stars 122 reviews
ToryTore wrote:
I volunteer for ASTEP once a week, mostly doing office-y type stuff... and not only does it make me feel awesome (because that's what volunteering does), every week i learn another fabulous amazing thing that ASTEP does, or i learn about another amazing... more »
Arts & Culture
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Arts For All
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.98246 stars 114 reviews
justin2 wrote:
My experience with Arts for All has been a wonderfully enriching endeavor. The passion and energy that this group of people brings to the table is astounding. All volunteers are treated with respect, kindness and gratitude. Most of the people involved... more »
Arts & Culture
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Cancer Research Institute, Inc.
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.99107 stars 112 reviews
helpbeatcancer wrote:
In order to beat Cancer, it needs to be fully understood. Research carried out by people such as these is vital. more »
Health
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Stupid Cancer
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.93636 stars 110 reviews
hallet wrote:
I2Y is a driving force in our generation for young adult cancer awareness. I am impressed with their high professional and ethical standards-- and their ability to hold large companies and organizations responsible. I2Y provides a much critical eye and... more »
Arts & Culture
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Fathers Heart Ministries
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.89908 stars 109 reviews
Howard F. wrote:
The only reason this doesn't get five stars is that I am still new to the ministry, and yet they've won four stars in my book easily. I have got to know their leadership, which has decades of experience in the neighborhood they serve, and am... more »
Children & Youth
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Glasswing International
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.8972 stars 107 reviews
Pauleen wrote:
I had the chance to participate in a volunteering activity organized by Glasswing in Guatemala. It was a wonderful experience, because we painted a mural to revitalize an old avenue in zone 11. The mural covers a public sports center and the graphics... more »
Health
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