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F.I.S.H. of Sanibel-Captiva, Inc
I volunteer at fish. They go over and above to help those neighbors in need. The food bank and Back Pack programs help provide food for families. They help the elderly with transportation and visits.... more
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Madison Nonprofits and Charities
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Freedom From Religion, Inc.
- Location:
- Madison, WI
4.95683 stars 139 reviews
oceanwaves8 wrote:
I love these guys they work really hard to help make a difference I am proud to be a member . more »
Civil Rights
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Innovative Schools Network
- Location:
- Madison, WI
4.98462 stars 130 reviews
heather.terrill.stotts wrote:
The ISN is an organization with a great deal of integrity, working to assist schools in the process of transformation for the future. They believe deeply in collaboration and collegiality and this resonates in all that they do. Public education is better... more »
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Institutes For Journalism & Natural Resources
- Location:
- Madison, WI
4.91803 stars 122 reviews
DenverJourno wrote:
IJNR is a great resource for journalists all over the country - a great way to learn more about environmental issues by taking the time to travel and learn. In this time of dwindling newsroom resources, what IJNR provides is necessary for our education... more »
Arts & Culture
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Ceiba Foundation for Tropical Conservation, Inc.
- Location:
- Madison, WI
4.95506 stars 89 reviews
dflett wrote:
Incredible! I have learned an obscene amount in the realm of conservation biology and how to work with people from different cultures to help protect and discuss the environment. I am really impressed that the goal of the foundation is not imperialistic.... more »
Technology
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No Stomach For Cancer
- Location:
- Madison, WI
4.82051 stars 39 reviews
Johanna C. wrote:
No Stomach for Cancer is a great way to network with other families and patients who share the same experience, decision-making, and struggles that my family does. I have learned from others and have made new acquaintances with people who truly understand... more »
Health
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Monarch Butterfly Fund
- Location:
- Madison, WI
4.64706 stars 34 reviews
Linda292 wrote:
GENERATIONS TO COME WILL BE GRATEFUL FOR THE LEGACY THIS NONPROFIT WILL PROVIDE. A VAST UNDERSTANDING AND HELPING THE MONARCH BUTTERFLIES CONTINUE THEIR AMAZING JOURNEY , SO THE PLANET EARTH CAN CONTINUE BENEFETING FROM THIS SPECIES. CONGRATULATIONS... more »
Environment
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MidWest SSTRC, Inc
- Location:
- Monona, WI
4.7037 stars 27 reviews
SteveFitz wrote:
MidWest SSTRC is an organization of volunteers across several counties working together to provide ground truth to the National Weather Service when weather turns severe. They are people who work to raise the level of severe storm awareness and preparedness... more »
Disaster Aid
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Literacy Network
- Location:
- Madison, WI
4.92 stars 25 reviews
SueN54 wrote:
This is such a great organization. I have worked with some amazing students who are so grateful for the opportunity to learn/improve their English. To see their progress and know you had a part in it is truly gratifying. What also makes this organization... more »
Education
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Wisconsin Microfinance
- Location:
- Madison, WI
4.95652 stars 23 reviews
Writer wrote:
Wisconsin Microfinance has done exceptional work in developing economies in Haiti and the Philippines. 100% of my donation went right to loan recipients, who used the money to start small businesses and escape poverty. Since I donated, the village in... more »
Job Training
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Health Ministries for Haiti Inc
- Location:
- Madison, WI
4.85714 stars 21 reviews
Karen88 wrote:
I very much appreciate the work Health Ministries for Haiti, Inc. is doing in Haiti. I haven't had the opportunity to volunteer with HMH, but the stories they share of the work they're doing and the lives they're impacting makes me feel like part of the... more »
International
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Working Capital for Community Needs, Inc.
- Location:
- Madison, WI
4.95238 stars 21 reviews
Tom_63 wrote:
I am incredibly impressed with the mission of WCCN and honored to be recently added to the organization's Board of Directors. WCCN has been empowering people in Latin America to help themselves for 30 years, but that's just the beginning. There is a... more »
International
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Domestic Abuse Intervention Services
- Location:
- Madison, WI
4.55556 stars 18 reviews
madison wrote:
Domestic Abuse Intervention Services has provided vital services to the community for over 30 years. Their work helping victims of domestic violence and educating the community on the impact of Domestic Violence has been wonderful. I have found the staff... more »
Homeless & Housing
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Clean Lakes Alliance Inc
- Location:
- Madison, WI
5 stars 18 reviews
mehrlich wrote:
Clean Lakes Alliance is a fantastic organization. They do wonderful work to reduce phosphorus in the Yahara Watershed and to engage citizens in the effort to clean up the lakes. As a volunteer, I have seen firsthand the impact this organization has on... more »
Environment
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Conquering CHD
- Location:
- Madison, WI
5 stars 15 reviews
chdadvocate wrote:
I first began working with PCHA in 2013. What started as a small group of motivated parents has grown to an amazing national organization reaching 100's of thousands of people. I have watched this organization change the way the doctors work with the... more »
Health
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PRESBYTERIAN STUDENT CENTER FOUNDATION
- Location:
- Madison, WI
5 stars 13 reviews
Emily J.3 wrote:
Pres House is where I call home at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. I have been apart of this organization since my first days at the university, and it has been the greatest contributor to my success at this campus. It is where I forged my closest... more »
Religion
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OccuPaws Guide Dog Association
- Location:
- Madison, WI
5 stars 13 reviews
Barbara94 wrote:
I am honored to be a member of the Board of OccuPaws. OccuPaws continues to provide Guide Dogs and Visual Companion Dogs to the blind and visually impaired of Wisconsin and surrounding states at no cost. Our volunteers work tirelessly to provide these... more »
Animals
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Rooted
- Location:
- Madison, WI
5 stars 13 reviews
KateStalker wrote:
Seven years ago near my house, sat a 2 block hodgepodge of vacant post-industrial parcels, only a mile from the Capitol. I watched as the Center for Resilient Cities (then called the Urban Open Space Foundation) slowly aquired each. After years of input,... more »
Food
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Prairie Biotic Research Inc
- Location:
- Madison, WI
5 stars 8 reviews
keith summerville wrote:
Prairie Biotic is one of those rare non-profits that is interested in promoting original research in furtherance of a broader mission: to conserve and better manage Tallgrass prairies. This organization is vital to prairie restoration and conservation... more »
Health
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Disability Rights Wisconsin
- Location:
- Madison, WI
5 stars 7 reviews
Tedley wrote:
Disability Rights Wisconsin gives a voice to many in our state who might not have one. DRW promotes inclusion for those who might be marginalized by society. And by protecting the rights of the few, promotes the rights of the many. more »
Civil Rights
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United Cerebral Palsy of Greater Dane County, Inc.
- Location:
- Madison, WI
5 stars 6 reviews
BeetleBug wrote:
I have been involved with UCP for several years now. I often gather up friends and help out with one of their summertime events. The staff are great motivators, constantly reminding us of why we're there and what our help means for the organization.... more »
Health
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Wisconsin Council of the Blind & Visually Impaired Inc
- Location:
- Madison, WI
5 stars 5 reviews
barbleftseat wrote:
The Wisconsin Council of the Blind is an outstanding organization that is always willing to provide information to our Guide Dog Clients. OccuPaws Guide Dog Association has a number of people that call us for advice regarding blindness and the resources... more »
Health
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Walbridge School
- Location:
- Madison, WI
5 stars 5 reviews
elbe wrote:
Walbridge School is a private school for grades K-8. The philosophy of the school is adapting teaching methods based on how each child learns. My son attended from grades 3-8. If this school was not available to us, we probably would have moved out... more »
Education
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Boy Scouts Of America
- Location:
- Madison, WI
4.2 stars 5 reviews
Julus Pahl wrote:
Glacier's Edge Council provides boys with the oportunity to learn leadership skills, citizenship, physical health, teamwork, and self dicipline all in a fun age related way. The Council owns and maintains three Scout Camps and provides numerous events... more »
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Canopy Center Inc
- Location:
- Madison, WI
5 stars 3 reviews
Tessa W. wrote:
The Canopy Center is a great organization that helps many families. I started volunteering here for an internship and am so glad I did because it has shown me how much I love this work and how great I feel knowing that I've helped make a difference in... more »
Crime & Law
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Ketchums Got Your Six Inc
- Location:
- Madison, WI
5 stars 2 reviews
Kris Arsenault wrote:
I love volunteering for Ketchums Got Your Six Inc. The passion runs deep for our Wisconsin Veterans. more »
Veterans
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