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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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Most Popular Los Angeles Nonprofits and Charities
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Drop in The Bucket
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.98571 stars 70 reviews
Toger wrote:
As a volunteer writer, I have been helping Drop In The Bucket build water wells and sanitation systems to benefit the children of Sub-Saharan Africa. Of all the volunteer work I have done, this has been the most inspiring and rewarding. The children... more »
Children & Youth
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The Dream Builders Project
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.91935 stars 62 reviews
sapirionyx wrote:
Had a chance to get involved to one of their BIG events last MARCH 15. And I didn't experience anything but FUN, GRATEFULNESS and LOVE. This is an up and coming Non-Profit organization that I believe would change the "game" of being a helping entity.... more »
Education
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Free Arts for Abused Children
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.91667 stars 60 reviews
advisor wrote:
I have known Free Arts For Abused Children since February 2003 or about 7 years. I have worked with a number of Non Profits for the past 20+ years. I find them to be dedicated to the children and support and development of there various programs. I... more »
Arts & Culture
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Wayfinder Family Services (formerly Junior Blind)
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.94915 stars 59 reviews
jnelson342 wrote:
I have been working with the great staff of Junior Blind for over three years as a leadership trainer and executive coach. Their services to this precious population are exceptional as are their leaders and management team. more »
Children & Youth
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Creative Migration, Inc.
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.98214 stars 56 reviews
nikkisp wrote:
My involvement with Creative Migration has given me invaluable insight on how an independently-run non profit executes international initiatives. Through documentaries, social media and community events, I have seen Creative Migration build grow and expand... more »
Arts & Culture
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VOICE FOR THE NEEDY INC
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.92727 stars 55 reviews
cbaghdeser wrote:
This organization consists of some of the most dedicated and influential contributors in dog rescue efforts. Very trustworthy and compassionate organization. more »
Animals
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P.S. ARTS
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
5 stars 55 reviews
eg1098 wrote:
My daughter had lots of fun ! She met different people and learn to work with with different cultures. In my opinion ps arts made her a leader ! In regards to the ps arts staff, they are very unique and helpful; the young community is their priority!... more »
Arts & Culture
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Westside Pacific Villages
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.98148 stars 54 reviews
Writer wrote:
Being a senior and loosing my ability to drive, WPV has been a God send to help keep my independence and staying in my own home. The staff and volunteers go out of their way to be helpful. I can't say enough good about this organization. Thank you,... more »
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Wayuu Taya Foundation Inc
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
5 stars 53 reviews
deskpv wrote:
I have indigenous roots . I have seen over the years the extraordinary work that The Wayuu Taya Foundation is doing . From building school ,feeding children ,giving opportunities to the community to become self sustainable . Just amazing . more »
Arts & Culture
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The LEAP Foundation
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.92157 stars 51 reviews
hharley wrote:
LEAP changed my life by giving me the tools for success! I am more confident that I can achieve my goals and now have the network to do so!Thank you LEAP! more »
Children & Youth
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Speak Out Against Bullying, Inc
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.9 stars 50 reviews
bruinwood1 wrote:
As the School Principal at Gulf Avenue Elementary School in Wilmington, CA, I was delighted to learn of the Bullying Assembly that Monica Harmon was offering through her non-profit Speak Out Against Bullying, Inc. My staff and students were informed... more »
Bullying
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Aviva Family and Children's Services
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.95833 stars 48 reviews
Morgan H. wrote:
AViva center is one of the most outstanding programs that I ever been involved in. They do it for the love of the children and really care about making a difference in these kids lives. Something that is very hard to come across nowadays. more »
Children & Youth
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The Prem Rawat Foundation
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
5 stars 46 reviews
SHAZAM wrote:
I have found the only, and wish to remark, the only person on this our earth who sincerely is making every human understand that PEACE is the only unswer to all the problems produced by man, his name is Prem Rawat, also known as Maharaji. At the age of... more »
Human Services
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American Cinematheque
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.8913 stars 46 reviews
Mario R. wrote:
I've been attending the American Cinematheque for years, and I'm also a proud member of it. The Cinematheque operates 2 theaters--the Egyptian in Hollywood, and the Aero in Santa Monica. Both are fantastic venues, particularly the Egyptian, which has... more »
Arts & Culture
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JVS SoCal
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.77778 stars 45 reviews
jhereda wrote:
Wonderful!!! JVS have provided me with scholarship help as I work to finish my MS in Computational Biology and continue on to doctoral studies. JVS helped me when no other organization did. Their belief in me helped me not only financially but spiritually!... more »
Job Training
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After-School All-Stars
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.93182 stars 44 reviews
Cecilia M. wrote:
The after school program at Porter middle school is well organized and structured. Nancy is the coordinator and is always willing to help and actually listens to parents' concerns. She and her staff are professional and caring. They not only organize... more »
Children & Youth
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Shakespeare Youth Festival (formerly Los Angeles Drama Club, Inc)
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
5 stars 43 reviews
Myshell T. wrote:
My daughter always has always had an affinity for literature. She loves to read, tell stories, and perform dinner theater for the family. This coupled with the fact that she has been begging to act since age three had me scrambling to find an acting... more »
Arts & Culture
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Friends of the Hollywood Cap Park
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- Los Angeles, CA
4.90698 stars 43 reviews
grubgal wrote:
When I was first introduced to the idea for the Hollywood Central Park I was amazed at the concept and excited by the vision. Imagine a gloriously green park that sits on top of a freeway and reunites neighborhoods where many children have no place to... more »
Environment
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Rare Genomics Institute
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.88095 stars 42 reviews
Writer wrote:
Rare Genomics (RG) is helping rare disease patients (mainly kids) find hope for a cure. That's the reason why I joined the organization. RG focusses on individuals with rare diseases which face similar challenges. Within Marketing we are looking for ways... more »
Health
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Extraordinary Families
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.90244 stars 41 reviews
Dave24 wrote:
What can we say? Thanks to SCFFAA, our family is now complete -- with both a boy and girl (they're wonderful) -- through foster/adoption. The SCFFAA team is compassionate, efficient, and professional. What would appear to be a daunting process is managable... more »
Children & Youth
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Youth Policy Institute
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.87805 stars 41 reviews
garcia.ale33 wrote:
Awesome organization that genuinely cares about their community and knows the importance of education. more »
Children & Youth
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Harold Robinson Foundation
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
5 stars 41 reviews
poopledupe wrote:
I don't think that there are enough superlatives or positive adjectives to describe HRF & camp. To say that this magical camp and foundation have changed lives would be an understatement….They HAVE changed lives, but more importantly, they have SAVED... more »
Children & Youth
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RuckusRoots Inc.,
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
5 stars 41 reviews
rclemente wrote:
Ruckus Roots is doing AMAZING things with kids in classrooms that our schools systems simpy can't do on their own. The RR team brings art education and skill building, environmentalism and activism, and critical lessons in team work and team building... more »
Arts & Culture
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Homeless Not Toothless
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
5 stars 41 reviews
flloyd wrote:
Not only is Dr. Grossman a wonderful and caring dentist, but his entire staff are professional and comforting. His humanitarian work has made a difference in the greater Los Angeles region for the the homeless and Veterans in need. more »
Human Services
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5 For Fairness
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.94872 stars 39 reviews
emmacohen wrote:
I started working with 5 for Fairness last year and recently taken on a larger role. I think the power of this organization is not in the numbers (well not yet at least), but rather in the fact that it uses social networking to create equality for women... more »
Philanthropy
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