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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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Lexington Nonprofits and Charities
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Children of the Americas (COTA)
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- Lexington, KY
4.99074 stars 108 reviews
Bob and Barbara Buss wrote:
I have spent approximately 20 years working as a nurse with COTA in Guatemala. To meet the families who come to be cared for is extremely humbling. Many travel several hours to get to the site, either on a "Chicken Bus" or in the back of a pickup truck,... more »
International
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Lexington Rescue Mission Inc
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- Lexington, KY
4.92045 stars 88 reviews
Bluegrass princess wrote:
I am a native Lexantonian and having lived here my entire life, I have witnessed many changes. I too grew up in Fairington Apt a subsidized housing complex. I lived there from 1979 to 1991. I had no idea really how poor we were and we always had something... more »
Job Training
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Christian Appalachian Project, Inc.
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
3.08108 stars 37 reviews
Linda Pogue wrote:
After requesting that I receive fewer fund raising requests in the mail, I continue to receive two or three requests a WEEK from CAP. I will continue to donate on my own schedule. It's a shame they didn't honor my request. That being said, I believe... more »
Disaster Aid
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Brooke USA Inc
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
4.95238 stars 21 reviews
NShaw wrote:
I got to see working donkeys and horses in Egypt. They all looked healthy. Now I know why -- that's where Brooke started their overseas work. Now they help support equines around the world. All you have to do is see pictures of working animals and... more »
Animals
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Sisters Road To Freedom Inc
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
4.92308 stars 13 reviews
annk3386 wrote:
They have helped my family we appreciate their kindness and all they do to help our community thanks from the Vasquez family more »
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Equine Land Conservation Resource
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
5 stars 12 reviews
35dapples wrote:
ELCR has been an invaluable source of information and an outstanding mentor for our fledgling equestrian and agricultural land conservation organization. They have provided step by step guidance to us, and also serve as a sounding board for our ideas... more »
Animals
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Rhema Word Foundation
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
5 stars 12 reviews
camig78 wrote:
This is great organization that helps battered women & children. Check out the website www.rhemawings.com more »
Crime & Law
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GLSO Pride Center
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
4.22222 stars 9 reviews
Barb Stead wrote:
The GLSO Pride Center is the "hub in the wheel" of LGBT activities in Lexington. It is through Pride Center activities that much of the LGBT community in Lexington (actually in the entire eastern half of Kentucky)stay connected. From the groups they... more »
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Wings Of Love Parrot Rescue Center Of The Bluegrass Inc
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
5 stars 8 reviews
MariJackson wrote:
They do great work! It's always fun and educational to see the volunteers and birds at their events! more »
Animals
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Nami Lexington Ky Inc
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
5 stars 3 reviews
sbyars4092 wrote:
NAMI Lexington does a fabulous job in educating rhe community, advocating for better treatment and reducing the stigma and fear surrounding mental illness in our community. The organization includes many creative, energetic and postive people who provide... more »
Mental Health
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Thoroughbred Charities of America
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
5 stars 3 reviews
Bright F. wrote:
Thoroughbred Charities of America does so many wonderful things for so many non-profits...therapeutic riding programs, education and backstretch programs, research, and rescue and rehabilitation. We have watched TCA grow over the years and set the standards... more »
Animals
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Radio Eye, Inc.
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
5 stars 2 reviews
Steve51 wrote:
Central Kentucky Radio Eye's non-profit radio service for the visually impaired and disabled, brings news, information, and entertainment to Kentuckians across the State, with only three paid staff members and hundreds of unpaid volunteers who do everything... more »
Arts & Culture
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Gods Pantry Food Bank Inc
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
5 stars 2 reviews
chick wrote:
God's Pantry provides a service to families in need throughout central and eastern Kentucky. In addition to supplying emergency food needs, they provide education to encourage improved nutrition, basic cooking skills, and food safety. The leadership... more »
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Big Brothers-Big Sisters Of The Bluegrass Inc
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
4 stars 2 reviews
Elizabeth Berryman wrote:
I have worked with BBBS of the Bluegrass now for 3 years not only as a Big but also in the office in Danville. As a precaution against the mentioned issue happening again there are many checks and balances that have been put in place to insure that it... more »
Children & Youth
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Livelihoods Knowledge Exchange Network Inc
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
5 stars 1 review
kefwilli wrote:
KEF has worked for decades to protect the environment and the public from threatening practices like incineration of chemical wepons, fracking and dangerous NGL's pipeline proposals. They are capable and effective and received the Goldman Environmental... more »
Civil Rights
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International Book Project
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
5 stars 1 review
EfuaJJ wrote:
This is one of my all-time favorite nonprofits. Books change lives! I totally agree. I know what the ability to read has meant in my life and I truly believe that skill can change the lives of thousands of others. I have been a donor but I have also... more »
Education
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Black Church Coalition Of The Bluegrass Inc
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
1 stars 1 review
ptuttle wrote:
The liaison for this charity in cruel and demeaning. If I wanted to be lectured, I would have asked my deceased father for help. Please reflect your mission statement and help those in need. more »
Religion
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Bluegrass Youth Ballet Inc
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
5 stars 1 review
kfeeback wrote:
My daughter joined Bluegrass Youth Ballet at the age of 5. Her first performance was for The Nutcracker just four months after beginning ballet. I was so nervous. What if she falls off the stage? What if she forgets? What if she won't go onstage?... more »
Arts & Culture
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Kebirgo Community Resource Centre
- Location:
- Nyamira,
5 stars 1 review
morara wrote:
Currently KCRC is in the process of doing many things for the community, including becoming a microfinance institution. Robert Kiriago Obanyi is passionate about helping the community, and has made it his life’s work. Having grown up in the area... more »
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Center For Women Children And Families Inc
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
4 stars 1 review
melissaludka wrote:
I was an intern at the Nest part time in the fall of 2010 and full time in the spring of 2011. It has been a special experience for me, as this is the first glimpse at my new profession of counseling. I've learned so much being there because I was able... more »
Crime & Law
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Lexarts Inc
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
5 stars 1 review
laurawh wrote:
I have enjoyed Lexarts events, such as Horsemania 2010, and the Gallery Hops. Lexarts provides opportunities that ordinarily would not be there for citizens of all ages to enjoy local art in and around Lexington, KY. Their events are always done in... more »
Arts & Culture
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Friends Of Wolf Run Inc
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
5 stars 1 review
canewoods wrote:
Friends of Wolf Run Inc. is working to restore an urban watershed in Lexington, KY through monitoring, planning, restoration, education and advocacy programs. Organized and operated by volunteers supplemented with work from contracted professionals,... more »
Environment
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HOSPICE OF THE BLUEGRASS INC
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
3 stars 1 review
Emmet wrote:
Daniel's Care is dismissing the care of Daniel Pruitt after 9 years of hospice care. The answer to a "why is this happening" question is unavailable. Dani has Type 1 SMA and lives in Lexington, KY. This dismissal was a shock to her parents. They... more »
Human Services
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New Vocation Racehorse Adoption Program
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
5 stars 1 review
Lee_41 wrote:
I have had many years of experience with New Vocations and helped quite a few adopters with their Thoroughbred and Standardbred horses. This is probably one of the most professional adoption programs out there for both ex-race horses and young ones that... more »
Animals
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Lexington Ballet Company Inc
- Location:
- Lexington, KY
5 stars 1 review
Luis D. wrote:
The Lexington ballet past performance of cinderella was beautiful. This Ballet company deserves to be considered for funding and opportunities of growth! more »
Arts & Culture
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