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Boston Nonprofits and Charities
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Hands Across the Sea, Inc.
- Location:
- Boston, MA
4.82886 stars 298 reviews
Aria G. wrote:
Hands Across the Sea made it possible for over 250 students are a primary school in a rural agricultural community to receive close to 3,000 books at no cost to the school. It was amazing how easy it was for use in country, just a little bit of coordination... more »
Education
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Friends of the Arava Institute
- Location:
- Boston, MA
4.92381 stars 210 reviews
Marty wrote:
This is a worthwhile organization both for its environmental mission of awareness and in building bridges among Israelis, Palestinians and Jordanians. There are few organizations willing to take the risks and engage in edgy, creative activities to help... more »
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Ceres
- Location:
- Boston, MA
4.84615 stars 169 reviews
Marleigh wrote:
Ceres has a game changing approach to the big ideas that will make our world more sustainable. I know that every dollar I give to Ceres has an impact that reverberates throughout the world. Their strategy is just plain smart - they work with the most... more »
Environment
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Rose Kennedy Greenway Conservancy
- Location:
- Boston, MA
4.94872 stars 117 reviews
jwhelen wrote:
The Rose F. Kennedy Greenway Conservancy has really made an environmental difference. From composting to family activities, the Greenway does it all. It is amazing to work with such a wonderful group of people who are committed to the environment and... more »
Environment
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Stone House
- Location:
- Roxbury, MA
4.9292 stars 113 reviews
Runner4 wrote:
The Elizabeth Stone House is a great organization, with dedicated staff, that works hard to serve its clients and the community. more »
Homeless & Housing
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People Making a Difference (PMD)
- Location:
- Boston, MA
4.93518 stars 108 reviews
VolunteerD wrote:
Volunteering through PMD has been a fantastic experience for me. I have attended several projects and all have been very fulfilling. What I like most about volunteering with PMD is the diversity of the projects and people you are able to help. I have... more »
Philanthropy
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Sustainable Harvest International
- Location:
- Boston, MA
4.98936 stars 94 reviews
stede wrote:
This charity is based on the premise that agriculture and particularly subsistance agriculture can be sustainable unlike the traditional slash and burn agriculture of the rain forest. Florence and her crew train farmers in subsistance agriculture and... more »
Food
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Animal Rescue League of Boston
- Location:
- Boston, MA
4.94872 stars 78 reviews
Donor244 wrote:
The Animal Rescue League of Boston is an extraordinary and important organization serving the City of Boston, and the overall state of Massachusetts. Many members of the staff of this organization have been there for over a decade, and their selfless... more »
Animals
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Ellen Gifford Sheltering Home
- Location:
- Brighton, MA
4.98667 stars 75 reviews
jallison2 wrote:
This cat shelter goes above and beyond in serving abused and abandoned cats. The shelter is sparkling clean (you have to rinse your shoes to go inside!) and essentially cage-less. There are a few huge enclosed areas where new cats stay until they feel... more »
Animals
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Four Paws International Inc.
- Location:
- Boston, MA
5 stars 57 reviews
Ashley152 wrote:
I first heard about Four Paws International Inc. when I was notified of a Change.org petition to help zoo animals stranded in the Gaza Zoo (and others), that have been completely forgotten and are starving due to the military strife and fighting that... more »
Animals
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The Steppingstone Foundation
- Location:
- Boston, MA
5 stars 52 reviews
Lili G. wrote:
My son is a Steppingstone's scholar and WE ARE PROUD to be part of it and also much blessed! Steppingtone Foundation is a FANTASTIC and AMAZING organization that helps kids not only academically and socially but emotionally. Thru caring teachers and... more »
Education
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International Association for Premenstrual Disorders (IAPMD)
- Location:
- Boston, MA
4.98039 stars 51 reviews
Kris29 wrote:
I have lived, secretly, with pmdd for decades. Decades of monthly physical and emotional pain the week before my menses. I thought I was unique in my suffering. Any time I tried to explain I was cut off. No one wanted to listen to anything associated... more »
Health
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The Samfund
- Location:
- Boston, MA
4.9375 stars 48 reviews
kearney wrote:
After writing a grant application to the SAMFund, I was awarded funding for a year's worth of free yoga, all the physical therapy I needed, and car insurance coverage. After being on disability and using up all my savings, I had NO money to physically... more »
Cancer
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Christopher's Haven
- Location:
- Boston, MA
5 stars 40 reviews
mchase wrote:
I am part of a group that organizes a series of athletic endurance events to help raise money for Christopher's Haven. When I first participated in these events two years ago, I did not know much about Christopher's Haven and, honestly, although I was... more »
Homeless & Housing
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Boston Partners in Education
- Location:
- Boston, MA
4.97297 stars 37 reviews
kay522 wrote:
I have worked with Boston Partners in Education for a number of recruitment events, and their staff was always very punctual, professional and kind. I am currently looking into volunteer opportunities with them, and looking forward to becoming a Boston... more »
Education
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United for a Fair Economy
- Location:
- Boston, MA
4.96667 stars 30 reviews
michaelabeer wrote:
Life affirming group leading the way to a country with less concentrated wealth and power. A country with a stronger middle class and social mobility. more »
Civil Rights
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Esophageal Cancer Awareness Association Inc
- Location:
- Boston, MA
4.84615 stars 26 reviews
Christopher M H. wrote:
They have supported me from the start. The only not for-profit organization that I know of with no paid salaries. more »
Health
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Join for Justice
- Location:
- Boston, MA
4.96 stars 25 reviews
joannalubkin wrote:
I was a fellow in JOI this past year, and am blown away by the care, thought, and expertise in this small organization. Each year, JOI trains a class of young adults in community organizing, and I have seen firsthand the change they make in peoples' lives.... more »
Job Training
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Transcultural Exchange Inc
- Location:
- Boston, MA
4.94737 stars 19 reviews
Adarsh wrote:
I heard about Transcultural Exchange through one of my friends who said he was going to volunteer for this exciting organization. Upon doing some research and meeting Mary Sherman, the Founder/Director, I was completely sold to its positive vibe, its... more »
Arts & Culture
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Open Door Arts
- Location:
- Boston, MA
4.94737 stars 19 reviews
scout wrote:
My intern and I attended day long workshop at Worcester, MA's Broadmeadow Brook Audubon Sanctuary last summer. I was very impressed by the levels of engagement I saw happening there. As a life long educator, engagement with materials and ideas is what... more »
Arts & Culture
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Casa Myrna
- Location:
- Boston, MA
4.89474 stars 19 reviews
Kathy H. wrote:
My daughter volunteers on the board and has made me aware of the good works done by Casa Myrna. I am impressed with its length of success and the scope of the work for women and families in crisis. I especially like that they list the services provided... more »
Civil Rights
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Mitoaction Inc
- Location:
- Boston, MA
5 stars 17 reviews
Keri4 wrote:
Mitoaction has played a huge role in supporting my family and I as we've struggled through the diagnosis of five of my family members. The information on their website as well as their phone conferences and phone support has helped me put many pieces... more »
Health
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City Mission Society of Boston Inc
- Location:
- Boston, MA
4.94118 stars 17 reviews
amandajshane wrote:
I have been a volunteer at City Mission for a few months now and have had a fabulous experience here. Each employee is very experienced, knowledgable and willing to do whatever's needed to make a difference in the community. This organization is very... more »
Children & Youth
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Flying Kites
- Location:
- Boston, MA
4.875 stars 16 reviews
bekkarr wrote:
Flying Kites is a fabulous organization run by some seriously dedicated people. They've pulled together resources from all over to provide for these kids, and their future plans are even more impressive. If they manage to pull off everything they're aiming... more »
Children & Youth
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New Sector Alliance
- Location:
- Boston, MA
4.9375 stars 16 reviews
alamb12 wrote:
I was a New Sector Resident in Social Enterprise, and on behalf of my cohort I believe we all had a fantastic experience working at our nonprofits! We not only on the job experience, but the regular trainings New Sector provided put us ahead and encouraged... more »
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