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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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Los Angeles Nonprofits and Charities
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Lady Freethinker
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.96115 stars 2188 reviews
Peter S.4 wrote:
POSITIVE what we do see is issues being raised in appropriate areas! more »
Animals
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Last Chance for Animals
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.92683 stars 533 reviews
Dick Israel wrote:
This charity has an impressive record of achievement of specific humanitarian goals. "More bang for the buck!" We found it worth a trial donation in spite of a one-star rating. They report vigorous investigative pursuit of non-human animal abusers. more »
Animals
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A Place Called Home
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.90984 stars 366 reviews
Melendy L. wrote:
I heard about "A place called home" from a friend of mine who volunteered the year before during prom season. I was impressed by the mission of the charity and was eager to contribute my time. When i arrived the staff was very welcoming and friendly.... more »
Arts & Culture
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Shelter Partnership Inc
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.9338 stars 287 reviews
John C. wrote:
I have been donating to Shelter Partnership for over ten years. What Shelter Partnership accomplishes on behalf of the homeless and working for the end to homelessness given the budget they operate on is staggering. It is far and away the most efficient... more »
Homeless & Housing
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The Art of Elysium
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.9907 stars 215 reviews
Becky C wrote:
I couldn't be more passionate about this organization. The Art of Elysium brightens the lives of children battling serious medical conditions. They’re constantly rewarded with smiling faces in their hospital-based arts workshops. more »
Arts & Culture
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One Heart Source
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.86875 stars 160 reviews
Dave wrote:
This organization spams universities all over the country with fliers trying to lure students into "volunteering". It is really a scam to separate college students from $2500. Yes, the volunteers are expected to pay for their trip. It is not so much... more »
Children & Youth
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Create Now, Inc.
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.91667 stars 156 reviews
ssayon27 wrote:
Create now provides an avenue for volunteers who have the time and the heart to help others who could greatly benefit. My experience in dealing with at-risk youth and teaching them how to create things was so rewarding, because it gave them confidence... more »
Arts & Culture
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Life Group LA Inc
- Location:
- West Hollywood, CA
4.99291 stars 141 reviews
chrisbrad73 wrote:
I came to The Life Group LA in a very broken state emotionally. Through their love, support, and educational information I have been able to successfully become more active in my role as a patient and client with other AIDS service agencies and doctors... more »
Health
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Wells Bring Hope
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
5 stars 136 reviews
Pat Landowska wrote:
I've been involved with Wells Bring Hope (WBH) for over a year now, and it has been a very rewarding experience in every way. WBH mission is to save lives by providing safe, drinking water to people who are deprived of this elementary necessity - people... more »
Environment
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SFK Spirituality For Kids International Inc
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.99187 stars 123 reviews
deskpv wrote:
Amazing work and gidance for children and families more »
Children & Youth
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All Peoples Community Center
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.88983 stars 118 reviews
Mary-Jo Bradshaw wrote:
I'm constantly surprised at the quality and extent of the services offered by the dedicated staff of All Peoples Community Center. The leadership is still committed to the founding vision - lovingly and respectfully meeting the specific needs identified... more »
Children & Youth
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Discovery Eye Foundation
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.77778 stars 117 reviews
moosecje wrote:
I have had keratoconos for nearly 50 years and this organization has been a godsend for information, counsel and direction as my deseace has progressed. After a corneal transplant I found their literature to be the most complete and easiest to access... more »
Health
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Heal One World
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.93913 stars 115 reviews
Shellsbells wrote:
I volunteered for the Awareness Film Festival last year. I was so impressed by the films that were shown and getting to experience the filmmakers being in attendance is great. I have also helped at one of their yoga classes when it was in Santa Monica,... more »
Arts & Culture
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Fulfillment Fund
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
5 stars 110 reviews
Karina S. wrote:
Great organization that really cares about the students they serve. more »
Children & Youth
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Kitten Rescue
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.99057 stars 106 reviews
Karol S. wrote:
I owe much to Kitten Rescue. 13 years ago, I adopted a 6 month old longhaired calico from Kitten Rescue. I named her Friskie, and she has been a loving and loyal pet for me all these years. This past summer, I decided to adopt again. (I'd lost Friskie's... more »
Animals
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Ian Somerhalder Foundation
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.64646 stars 99 reviews
Birgit wrote:
"The IS FOUNDATION aims to empower, educate and collaborate with people and projects to positively impact the planet and its creatures." quote from http://www.isfoundation.com/about-foundation Please take your time and read about the charity's mission... more »
Animals
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Stray Cat Alliance
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.67708 stars 96 reviews
yberke wrote:
Stray Cat Alliance is an incredible resource for the community. They have assisted me on numerous ocassions in getting help for ferral cats and rescuing endangered animals. more »
Animals
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Young Storytellers
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.97701 stars 87 reviews
mjtiamfook wrote:
The goal of the Young Storytellers Foundation is simple- give children in urban LA public schools the freedom to be creative. We, as artists, actors, writers and directors, all live and thrive in LA. So it only makes sense that we give back to our community... more »
Arts & Culture
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Bichons and Buddies
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.98851 stars 87 reviews
KHBLANC wrote:
Bichons and Buddies is an outstanding organization that saves the lives of 100's of abandoned dogs each year. They work tirelessly around the clock. I am enormously satisfied with their professionalism and integrity, as well as their passion for the health... more »
Animals
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Los Angeles Police Reserve Foundation C/O Paul Favero Treasur
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.98837 stars 86 reviews
MichaelSellars wrote:
"The Los Angeles Police Reserve Foundation originally formed in 1984 to help recognize the exceptional, often unheralded, service of the members of the Corps. The Foundation funded the Annual Reserve Officer of the Year Banquet, a dinner honoring the... more »
Crime & Law
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Concern Foundation for cancer research
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.98837 stars 86 reviews
Writer wrote:
This is one of the greatest non profits I have ever been apart of. The Concern Block Party they have every year is such an amazing event. The amount of support throughout the community is amazing. Year after year they raise more and more money. Keep up... more »
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WriteGirl
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.98824 stars 85 reviews
teresapalooza wrote:
I started volunteering with WriteGirl last year and I absolutely love it! The organization and the founder Keren Taylor are so inspirational. She really sets the tone for the work the volunteers do. After my initial training, I volunteered... more »
Arts & Culture
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Animal Defenders International US
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.8961 stars 77 reviews
Joanne wrote:
Extremists who are taking people's money to further their own agenda and their pockets. They are trying to take animals out of our lives. more »
Animals
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Just Detention International, Inc.
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.98667 stars 75 reviews
Scott Howard-Smith wrote:
While incarcerated, I sustained repeated sexual assaults via forced prostitution at the hands of prison gang members for over one year. I sought assistance from over twenty prisoner-rights groups throughout the country. None of them responded to me.... more »
Civil Rights
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Pacific Heart Lung & Blood Institute
- Location:
- Los Angeles, CA
4.94366 stars 71 reviews
Julie161 wrote:
Our family love these people. When my father was diagnosed with Mesothelioma they were there for us all the way. We've tried to be there for them as well. Claire and the rest of the professionals at PHLB, have put on some wonderful events that we were... more »
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