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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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Portland Nonprofits and Charities
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Children's Cancer Association
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.99153 stars 118 reviews
Launi Walker wrote:
The Children's Cancer Association is second to none. The CCA is run by the nicest group of people you will ever meet. They took our family in and offered us love, support and smiles during our darkest times. Their programs are top notch and... more »
Health
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Unite Oregon
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.9009 stars 111 reviews
anya valsamakis wrote:
Hi, I'm Anya Valsamakis, CIO board member for five plus years. Why do I volunteer? My parents were very newly emmigrated from Russia to the US, when I was born. Though you would never know it if you met me (probably), finding my between-cultures identity... more »
Civil Rights
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Child Foundation
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 105 reviews
Nader wrote:
it is a wonderful organization. I have been helping them for over 7 years now through sponsoring a child. I see his report and his pictures every six month. It is a nice feeling to see how a child could prosper with my help on the other side of earth. more »
Children & Youth
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Oregon Environmental Council
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.9375 stars 96 reviews
sue8 wrote:
I tried to engage passerbys in dialogue about what OEC does, interest them in our Vote with your Fork promotion to highlight local and sustainably farmed food, our River survey, join the email list, or take a wallet guide on safer plastics, green cleaning,... more »
Environment
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Vestibular Disorders Association
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.83333 stars 96 reviews
Sally T. wrote:
When my symptoms of Meniere's began to worsen, I found the best information source was VEDA! This organization provides invaluable information for people with the vast array of vestibular disorders. I truly do not know what I would have done, or to whom... more »
Health
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Northwest Family Services
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.93103 stars 87 reviews
Sibelia wrote:
Counselor who I saw was fine, the unlicensed one who saw my teen son was a loose cannon, did not get consultation from supervisor before he acted impulsively to break confidentiality. Created lots of difficulty for my family. Supervisor met with me... more »
Mental Health
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The Dreaming Zebra Foundation
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.97674 stars 86 reviews
BJS wrote:
My granddaughters are in schools in a tiny, dusty, west Texas town, one elementary, the other middle. Both have active interests in art; programs in both schools are needful of supplies due to shrunken budgets and shifted priorities. I contacted Dreaming... more »
Arts & Culture
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Transition Projects
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.72289 stars 83 reviews
Michelle102 wrote:
This nonprofit is a great asset to the city of Portland. I'm an active volunteer in the men's housing shelter located under the Hawthorne Bridge. The staff is always accessible and open to services that the community is willing/able to provide to the... more »
Homeless & Housing
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Operation Nightwatch Portland
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.79747 stars 79 reviews
John Hardy wrote:
I have been a Night Watch volunteer for about three years. I am amazed at just how popular and well-supported this homeless ministry has been. The Executive Director, Gary Davis, has done an outstanding job of taking this program to the next level in... more »
Homeless & Housing
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Animal Balance
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 75 reviews
Janelle K. wrote:
Animal Balance - saving the world one street dog at a time! Animal Balance is saving the animals and creating a change in the way people treat and think about street animals. Not everyone starts with the knowledge that animals should be a loved and cared... more »
Animals
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Ecology in Classrooms and Outdoors (ECO)
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.9589 stars 73 reviews
Ecology4Kids wrote:
Ecology in Classrooms & Outdoors has a dedicated bunch of Scientists in Residence & Board Members. These people work hard to uphold the organization's mission to bring science enrichment programming to elementary schools. ECO programs are fun and hands-on.... more »
Education
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Wheel To Walk Foundation
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.97222 stars 72 reviews
judyzifka wrote:
Wheel to Walk Foundation is one of the few sources of funding for medical equipment that is still available to families like ours. We needed help in purchasing an electric lift for our disabled daughter. Even used, the purchase price was almost $1,000.... more »
Health
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National Animal Interest Alliance
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.47619 stars 63 reviews
Mary N. wrote:
NAIA is a fantastic organization! It is all about animal welfare. It is also all about our rights and responsibilities as owners. It is not an animal rights organization that elevates animals above humans. NAIA uses common-sense approaches to today's... more »
Animals
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On-The-Move Community Integration
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.9661 stars 59 reviews
Jaysenpluto C. wrote:
I've volunteered with On-the-Move for almost two years on a variety of projects and events and have always been impressed and overwhelmed by the mission, dedication and innovation with the programs and core vision of On-the-Move Community Integration.... more »
Disabilities
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Imagine Scholar
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.98276 stars 58 reviews
dnellis5 wrote:
What a great nonprofit organization and run by a group of very devoted people. I have been a sponsor/donor now for many years. One of the students that I sponsored was awesome, she sent letters and e-mails about how well she was doing in school and... more »
Children & Youth
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Pathways to Safety International
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.89286 stars 56 reviews
dawn9 wrote:
This organization opened my eyes to the demographics of those who are abused and trapped in a foreign country and how difficult it is to obtain assistance in these countries. more »
Civil Rights
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Alliance For Contraception In Cats And Dogs
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.97826 stars 46 reviews
valerieanne wrote:
I've been involved with ACC&D; for the past four years. The organization has an incredibly dedicated and skilled team (Board members, Scientific advisors, and staff) who are committed to creating a sea change in animal welfare. more »
Animals
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Self Enhancement, Inc.
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.71429 stars 42 reviews
samantha.lee3 wrote:
We worked with SEI for a service project, bringing out PCC volunteers to serve alongside the SEI Academy students. It was a wonderful experience working with Jackie Meyer and the enthusiastic students to beautify the center grounds. It was clear that... more »
Children & Youth
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Holiday Hope
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.87805 stars 41 reviews
Jea H. wrote:
The many volunteers and volunteer staff go out of their way to serve their clients with respect and honor. It is tough to be down on your luck and need help while trying to keep your dignity. Holiday Hope understands that feeling of being embarrassed... more »
Human Services
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PASA (Pan African Sanctuary Alliance)
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 39 reviews
Writer wrote:
I can't recommend this organization highly enough! PASA first came on my radar when I researched ways to help out great apes in Africa. This organization is essentially an alliance of 22 primate sanctuaries across Africa. It provides accreditation... more »
Animals
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Home Empower (dba Nonprofit Home Inspections)
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 38 reviews
aishaddot wrote:
Reggie Anderson was great.. thorough, detailed, friendly, great communicator. Would highly recommend Nonprofit Home Inspections more »
Homeless & Housing
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These Numbers Have Faces, Inc.
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 37 reviews
thesenumbers wrote:
great organization. great message. their work is focused, relational, and making a difference. i've been impressed with their marketing and branding as well. I think they are making a significant impact with youth in South Africa. more »
Children & Youth
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Fences For Fido
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.94444 stars 36 reviews
SueH wrote:
The more volunteers I work with at Fences for Fido the more I truly admire and respect the work of this group. All volunteers, with 100% of donated funds going to make life so much better for dogs. I've seen sad, dirty, bored, hurting, dejected dogs... more »
Animals
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Mollys Adopt a Sailor
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.91429 stars 35 reviews
Great Volunteers wrote:
Please check out ALL the wonderful VOLUNTEERISM that goes on at Molly's Adopt A Sailor. www.mollysadoptasailor.com Molly's Adopt a Sailor (MAS) is 100% run by military moms working towards a goal that NO US deployed troop will be forgotten while serving... more »
Veterans
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Birch Community Services Inc
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.79412 stars 34 reviews
Integrity Honesty wrote:
While Birch has a wonderful impact on the community and those it serves there are many people skills it is lacking. The treatment of all volunteers is generally good but on some occasions the behavior of the director especially and sometimes specific... more »
Human Services
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