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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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Berkeley Nonprofits and Charities
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The Office of Letters and Light
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- Berkeley, CA
4.93876 stars 2531 reviews
timsimms wrote:
The Office of Letters and Light runs an annual program - National Novel Writing Month - that literally changed my life. Prior to participating, I only aspired at being a writer but never thought I had the time. A few years later, I've become an active... more »
Arts & Culture
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The Pollination Project
- Location:
- Berkeley , CA
4.96512 stars 172 reviews
neetis1969 wrote:
Two years back in a Giftivism retreat in India i received Rs.5000/- (appx. 100$ then). I was so surprised with this unexpected money coming my way that i had questioned myself a number of times, whether i really deserve so much kindness from this Universe.... more »
Philanthropy
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Habitot Children's Museum
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
4.91195 stars 159 reviews
LRB wrote:
Habitot is a wonderful, safe space for toddlers (and parents) from very diverse backgrounds to come together for fun and learning. Unlike other local play centers that are for-profit, Habitot's services are accessible to families with limited resources... more »
Arts & Culture
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OneSky for all children
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
4.99219 stars 128 reviews
lisa58 wrote:
My daughter was born in China and spent the first 10 months of her life in Chenzhou City, Hunan Province. Half the Sky provided for her and saw to her daily physical and emotional needs. When we picked Reagan up we expected a malnourished, underdeveloped... more »
Children & Youth
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Youth Musical Theater Company
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
4.86364 stars 110 reviews
Fred Smith wrote:
My intro to this organization was a performance of Les Miserables, which still ranks as one of the best I have ever seen. And these were middle-and high-school performers... Then, my shy daughter participated in several YMTC workshops, where she learned... more »
Arts & Culture
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Seacology
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
4.91071 stars 56 reviews
jake wrote:
As an attorney I have the opportunity to learn about many nonprofit organizations. Seacology impressed me, to the point where I joined their board, with their unique "win-win" approach - an island village obtains something tangible the indigenous people... more »
Environment
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National Interscholastic Cycling Association
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
4.86538 stars 52 reviews
EmWoj83 wrote:
I first got involved with NICA as a coach, working to build the women's program for the Berkeley High Team. Such an amazing experience! Their programs help student-athletes gain self-confidence and learn a sport they can continue throughout their lifetime.... more »
Children & Youth
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Drawing Dreams
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
4.96 stars 50 reviews
katieMalnati wrote:
Everything about this charity speaks to my heart! Love love love drawing dreams foundation! more »
Health
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Thousand Currents
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
4.97872 stars 47 reviews
TSLD wrote:
IDEX is a storied organization that has quietly done groundbreaking, revolutionary work with community-based organizations in the Global South. Their model of flexible grantmaking and long-term partnership has the capacity to transform little-known, but... more »
Civil Rights
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International Rivers Network dba International Rivers
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
4.97674 stars 43 reviews
fvaldesp wrote:
International Rivers leads the fight for people, rivers and ecosystems everywhere. They supply documents and advice that are very valuable for river defenders everywhere. more »
Civil Rights
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The Ama Foundation
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
4.97297 stars 37 reviews
cccliffy wrote:
The Ama Foundation funds Ama Ghar, a home for orphaned and disadvantaged children outside Kathmandu, Nepal. As a volunteer who has been visiting Ama Ghar annually since 2003, I can tell you that these children are raised in a loving, secure environment... more »
Children & Youth
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Wilderness Torah
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
4.94595 stars 37 reviews
AlixW wrote:
I have now attended three events with Wilderness Torah (two Sukkots, one Shavuot). I think this organization is doing a great job of appealing to those of us who are already involved in the Jewish community, and those who are not. Combining Judaism and... more »
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Seva Foundation
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
5 stars 32 reviews
@ wrote:
This is a wonderful organization doing great work around the world. Seva has a variety of program areas, from providing low cost sight restoring cataract surgeries to the poor, to clean water and literacy programs. Their alternative gift catalog called... more »
Health
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La Peña Cultural Center, Inc.
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
5 stars 31 reviews
2Darwish wrote:
There is no place like La Peña in the whole Bay Area, or maybe in the US for that matter. This is where one gets to meet all kinds of people, very young to very old, from all walks of life and from every corner of the world. If you want to experience... more »
Arts & Culture
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BAY NATURE INSTITUTE
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
4.96552 stars 29 reviews
Kimberly M.6 wrote:
Bay Nature Institute has published Bay Nature Magazine for decades. Through this magazine I have been given the chance to understand our region's natural history - from botany to birds, geology to hydrology - through articles, events, art, & photographs.... more »
Arts & Culture
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Global Glimpse
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
4.46429 stars 28 reviews
nataliaskolnik wrote:
I am a teacher who took a delegation of students on Global Glimpse trips in the summer, and I love hearing from the alumni about what they are doing now and how it all started with this trip! It's only 3 weeks, but it changes peoples lives. On... more »
Education
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California Shakespeare Theater
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
4.96296 stars 27 reviews
craigi wrote:
CalShakes is a fantastic organization. My personal experience with CalShakes is as a 15-year season ticket holder and supporter. The staff approach both the shows and the student outreach with contagious enthusiasm and zeal for life and beauty and... more »
Arts & Culture
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MapLight
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
4.88889 stars 27 reviews
mengland wrote:
As corruption mounts, diminishing freedom and weakening our republic, it's incredibly important to keep people informed of how money influences legislation and politics in general. It's even more important, in these polarized times, to do it objectively,... more »
Civil Rights
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Berkeley Repertory Theatre
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
4.86957 stars 23 reviews
jmk8 wrote:
Berkeley Repertory Theatre is a highlight of the Bay Area arts scene. The work is consistently excellent...thought provoking and inspiring every time. This season has been outstanding, with the recent staging of "Coming Home" and the premiere of "American... more »
Arts & Culture
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Chaparral Foundation
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
5 stars 22 reviews
Betty36 wrote:
I first approached Chaparral House about volunteering in their garden after they put out a request for help. During my interview I shared that what I really preferred to do was lead a chair-based yoga program. After I described my qualifications and experience,... more »
Health
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Multinational Exchange for Sustainable Agriculture (MESA)
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
4.95 stars 20 reviews
daniel wrote:
I can tell that after finishing this program I have learned a lot about myself, my weakness and skills. Now I am convinced that Ecuador has a lot of opportunities in agriculture. Social changes have to start from the base of every economic system, which... more »
Food
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Aurora Theatre Company
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
4.94118 stars 17 reviews
bookbug wrote:
The Aurora Theatre is a small private arena to see wonderful plays. The acting is superb, the atmosphere is intimate and I felt almost like I was watching the show from the comfort of my livingroom. I loved it. The company is organized in that everything... more »
Arts & Culture
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Building Jewish Bridges
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
4.88235 stars 17 reviews
Linda wrote:
I really loved Dawn at Building Jewish Bridges - she was so much help to me when I was converting. I didn't know *anything, and she helped me find my way without pushing. She also helps interfaith families with their very difficult issues. I highly... more »
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Community Resources For Science
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
4.92857 stars 14 reviews
BerkArt wrote:
Do you think science is important? This is my favorite nonprofit because it's such a huge win/win/win. K-5 teachers win because they get support in teaching a subject that many of them were never trained to teach. K-8 students win because they meet young,... more »
Education
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Center For Youth Development Through Law
- Location:
- Berkeley, CA
4.84615 stars 13 reviews
vleonardo wrote:
I participated in the Center for Youth Development Through Law the summer before my senior year of high school. The program provided me with the opportunity to work as a legal intern at a big law firm in downtown San Francisco. At 16-years-old, this... more »
Civil Rights
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