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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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Durham Nonprofits and Charities
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Hope Animal Rescue
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 108 reviews
Mikesaidthis wrote:
Hope Animal Rescue works so hard to save animals in need. The rescue consists solely of volunteers and fosters that commit hundreds of hours to getting animals out of shelters alive and into foster homes until they are ready for adoption. I am so impressed... more »
Animals
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Friends of Bonobos/Lola ya Bonobo
- Location:
- Durham, NC
4.98413 stars 63 reviews
beckyrose wrote:
Among the most heroic and highly regarded wildlife conservationists in the world are the people who make a lifetime commitment to rescuing, rehabilitating - and in some cases -releasing, illegally trafficked wild animals. Bonobos are the closest living... more »
Animals
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Chordoma Foundation
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 60 reviews
Writer wrote:
Smart people. Funds go to cutting edge research & clinical trials. Patients are guided by people who have been through it. Community conferences share information and staff is approachable & supportive. Excellent nonprofit organization. more »
Health
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International Association for Near-Death Studies (IANDS)
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 47 reviews
Lelania wrote:
The International Association for Near Death Studies website (www.IANDS.org) is the place to visit if you have had a Near Death Experience (NDE) or if you want reliable information about NDEs. IANDS is the oldest and largest organization devoted to... more »
Technology
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Girls on the Run of the Triangle Inc
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 39 reviews
asclamb wrote:
I absolutely love Girls on the Run of the Triangle! I have volunteered as a coach for several seasons, and I always love my team. The GOTR office makes volunteering foolproof, and they also make volunteers feel valued for their time and work. Girls on... more »
Children & Youth
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Chihuahua Rescue & Transport Inc
- Location:
- Durham, NC
4.89189 stars 37 reviews
reviewgirl wrote:
CRT is a very unorganized organization. There is no way to contact anyone who works there other than email address--no physical address or phone numbers. I inquired about adopting a specific dog about a week ago and still have not heard back. It really... more »
Animals
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Kramden Institute Inc
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 26 reviews
staresky14 wrote:
Kramden Institute is a great non profit that helps children all across North Carolina get access to a home computer. more »
Children & Youth
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Policy and Economic Research Council (PERC)
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 24 reviews
lionchase1 wrote:
I have the highest respect and regard for the entire PERC team. For years, PERC has published breakthrough qualitative and quantitative analytics. Its expertise includes consumer credit, macroeconomics, and banking. PERC works with governments, institutions,... more »
Education
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Goodwill Industries Of Eastern North Carolina, Inc.
- Location:
- Durham, NC
2 stars 22 reviews
lizardlicked wrote:
This particular chapter of Goodwill claims that its mission is to provide people of eastern North Carolina with the dignity of a job with a living wage, with particular emphasis on those people who are disabled. However, in truth this organization is... more »
Job Training
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Shining Light In Darkness
- Location:
- Durham , NC
5 stars 22 reviews
Quanisha S. wrote:
I met Florida the beginning of 2019 when she introduced me to her foundation. I believe Florida is a GREAT leader and advocate for domestic violence and overcoming obstacles. I stand behind her and Shining Light. more »
Mental Health
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North Carolina Arts in Action
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 15 reviews
Meredythe Holmes wrote:
I have been impressed with the way that NCAIA has used a small staff and budget to achieve a large benefit for children. Our programs serve the entire fourth grade of an elementary school, most of which are in low income neighborhoods. Watching the... more »
Arts & Culture
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Center For Death Penalty Litigation (CDPL)
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 14 reviews
T. Ganzy wrote:
Members of the Center for Death Penalty Litigation’s staff were some of my first death penalty defense mentors after I graduated from law school. I now serve on the organization’s board of directors. I am exceptionally proud of CDPL’s steadfast... more »
Crime & Law
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Partners for Youth
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 14 reviews
Shep.Willis wrote:
I've been very lucky to volunteer with Partners for Youth Opportunity in 2016. The organization has a staff that is dedicated to the youth of Durham, NC. Unlike many organizations, PYO offers a holistic approach that provides academic support, workplace... more »
Children & Youth
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SportsWorks Int'l Ngo, Inc.
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 14 reviews
Christiandevelopmentpakistan N. wrote:
Very good Ministry. doing great job God bless this ministry very much. Amen more »
Children & Youth
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Go Conscious Earth Inc
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 13 reviews
samrae17 wrote:
Not only is this an extremely worthy cause, but the people involved are so compassionate and generous. I believe that GCE brings awareness about the DRC, its people and its resource. I learned so much through my involvement in the short campaign. All... more »
Animals
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Vets To Vets United, Inc.
- Location:
- Durham, NC
4.84615 stars 13 reviews
Writer wrote:
Dr. Morris and team are amazing. Great volunteers and family. Always there when needed and willing to help in any way possible. I love being a part of this organization. more »
Veterans
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Best Love Family Foundation
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 12 reviews
meaghanlangston12 wrote:
As foster parents serving in the community, you can sometimes feel forgotten and definitely worn down from the paperwork, social worker visits, court dates, and changing needs of the children in your care, but Best Love Family Foundation has been there... more »
Human Services
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Forest History Society
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 12 reviews
Marshall2 wrote:
Volunteering at the Forest History Society has been a great experience. The service they provide is invaluable to researchers and conservationists working on a wide variety of projects. They are constantly looking for innovative ways to improve their... more »
Environment
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Warrior Wellness Solutions
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 11 reviews
Kristine2 wrote:
Rewind about a year ago, I was "just another veteran" struggling to find motovation, and lost as to what I was still physically capable of. In April of 2011 I was invited to atend a cycling event from DC to Gettysburg. I utilized a rental bike and from... more »
Health
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International Association of Atheists Inc.
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 10 reviews
Bridget G. wrote:
The board and staff are passionate about helping others and work tirelessly to do so. more »
Civil Rights
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Meals on Wheels of Durham, Inc.
- Location:
- Durham, NC
4.55556 stars 9 reviews
7Teresa wrote:
I lost my job six months so I wanted to do something to help others so I volunteered a few times and I hope to do so more in the future. It was a great experience and the people I worked with were so nice. It was very rewarding to give people a basic... more »
Food
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Goodwill Community Foundation Inc
- Location:
- Durham, NC
1.57143 stars 7 reviews
rbrunson wrote:
Goodwill Community Foundation of eastern North Carolina is a wonderful organization that contributes greatly to the wellbeing of people in our state. more »
Education
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Triangle Residential Options For Substance Abusers Inc
- Location:
- Durham, NC
3.85714 stars 7 reviews
dbemerson wrote:
they suck. they work you like dogs 16 hours a day and there is no time for therapy. love, dylan emerson more »
Mental Health
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The Shodor Education Foundation, Inc.
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 7 reviews
fatmarauder wrote:
Shodor Education Foundation is the work of Dr. Robert M. Panoff. Bob has dedicated his life to education and mentoring in the sciences. He is an award winning physicist as well as a highly regarded educator. Shodor is built on the premise that doing good... more »
Children & Youth
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Piedmont Wildlife Center
- Location:
- Durham, NC
4 stars 4 reviews
dvanollefen wrote:
After meeting with the Board several times and completing a fair amount of web research, I joined the Board. My experience is that the group is very dedicated to wildlife and educating the public. The Center's outreach programs are exceptional at providing... more »
Animals
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