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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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New York Nonprofits and Charities
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Smile Train, Inc.
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.44156 stars 462 reviews
BReise wrote:
DeLois Greenwood, VP of Smile Train is paid in excess of $310,000 per year. She is also provided an apartment in New York City paid for by Smile Train. Several other employees earn in excess or close to the $200,000 per year amount. Why are these employees... more »
Children & Youth
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Children's Scholarship Fund
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.88021 stars 384 reviews
rgskoglund wrote:
Such a great organization that has a real impact on children's lives. They make a real impact and have received top ratings from organization's like Charity Navigator. And best of all your donations are matched. Truly a great way to help children... more »
Education
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Environmental Defense Fund (EDF)
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.58981 stars 373 reviews
Ci D. wrote:
I'm absolutely horrified that Environmental Defense Fund is pushing the "smart meter" roll out. Horrified. Terrified. I have always been a fan and supporter of this organization in the past. I am still struggling to believe how they could support... more »
Environment
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Big Apple Greeter
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.95364 stars 302 reviews
Lauree1183 wrote:
My best friend and I visited New York for the first time in August of 2009. Our Big Apple Greeter was a wonderful woman from Brooklyn Heights and she showed us a side of New York that we would have otherwise not seen. Her friendliness and knowledge... more »
International
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Modest Needs Foundation
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.74825 stars 286 reviews
grandmalj wrote:
I was raised on positive thinking and giving to others. When I discovered Modest Needs, I knew I'd found a charity worthy of my limited resources. I've been disabled for nearly 20 years, but I make sure my small donation goes monthly to this resourceful... more »
Human Services
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SPCA International
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.83203 stars 256 reviews
iknowher wrote:
Lots of monies coming in but not many animals "saved" - stolen yes- but saved? Not really sure. I do know a rabid animal was brought to the States and others on plane had to be killed because of this neglect. Terri Crisp who heads up Baghdad Pups wit... more »
Animals
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High Atlas Foundation
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.82231 stars 242 reviews
moroccojoe wrote:
This corporation funnels money from a non profit to a for profit (as stated under their social enterprise page, donate here for HA3 which takes you to the High Atlas Foundations page). The founder plays off of two countries rules, violating them with... more »
Environment
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ASPCA - American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.34091 stars 220 reviews
Lee Balek wrote:
I like the involvement of I like the involvement of Sarah McLachland..the publicity is very touching. However, to pay the CEO almost half a million dollars sends a very poor message in terms of what the organization stands for. s more »
Animals
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The Jazz Gallery
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.96585 stars 205 reviews
Alexis C. wrote:
The Jazz Gallery is one of my favorite places to play and hear music in NYC. Their programing is adventurous yet it always maintains a high standard in terms of quality. In other words i have NEVER heard a bad concert at the Jazz Gallery. The loft ambiance... more »
Arts & Culture
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Huntington's Disease Society of America, Inc.
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.81871 stars 171 reviews
Rick17 wrote:
I got involved with this group through my wife. Her father passed away some years ago from HD. Her sister is in an assisted living home with HD. I became involved through doing some research about HD. I asked Jane Kogan for some assistance. I have... more »
Health
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Palante Harlem Inc
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.95679 stars 162 reviews
scott.janusproperty wrote:
Elsia and her team make an enormous impact on West Harlem. Elsia combines passion and professionalism, with a hard-driving work ethic to assist tenants in this community where no other assistance exists. Palante Harlem is a critical community-based... more »
Homeless & Housing
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PCI Media Impact, Inc.
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.97516 stars 161 reviews
elliemcn wrote:
What an amazing organization! It is filled with so many incredible, passionate and dedicated people that are truly inspiring. Despite being a small organization, they have a truly GLOBAL reach and impact. The number of people that have heard their radio... more »
Civil Rights
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Cambodian Community Dream Organization, Inc.
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.9375 stars 160 reviews
CCDO wrote:
Having just returned from Cambodia with a first hand report on ALL the amazing improvements the Friends of CCDO is accomplishing. Our water-well initiative brings clean water to over 12,000 people. It only takes $220 to build a hand-pump water well.... more »
Education
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Women's eNews
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.7651 stars 149 reviews
34millionfriends wrote:
I read Women's eNews articles frequently. When Lois Abraham and I started 34 Million Friends, www.34millionfriends.org in 2002, I had never heard of Women's eNews. They covered our story. Lois and I were even among the 21 Leaders of the 21st Century for... more »
Human Services
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Share Self-Help for Women with Breast or Ovarian Cancers, Inc.
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.9527 stars 148 reviews
Didi L wrote:
I was first diagnosed with breast cancer in 1988, before people spoke about it. I wanted to make sure that no one else faced it panic-stricken and alone so I talked about breast cancer all the time. When friends were diagnosed, I was usually one of... more »
Mental Health
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STOMP Out Bullying
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.83453 stars 139 reviews
mominnyc wrote:
This is a wonderful charity. They are so helpful!! They answered all of my emails in order to help me. These people really care. It is not often that you reach out for help and get personal help from people who care. more »
Children & Youth
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Her Justice Inc.
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.97826 stars 138 reviews
Sandy32 wrote:
InMotion is helping my mom to have justice and I could do anything that is my power to serve or voulnteer this Great Organization, they stand up for an abuse women rights, I am very thankful to them. more »
Homeless & Housing
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Girls Write Now, Inc.
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.93939 stars 132 reviews
NYCNancy wrote:
I have had the privilege of being a mentor at Girls Write Now for two years; thus, I've gotten to know two girls very well--helping each with her school and personal writing. I've also learned about the lives of hundreds of other girls--through readings... more »
Arts & Culture
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Education Through Music, Inc.
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.86923 stars 130 reviews
parent wrote:
Education Through Music "provides" music teachers at a school my child attends in the Bronx. At first, I thought it would be a wonderful program and was excited about opportunities afforded to my child. However, as more details about their teachers... more »
Arts & Culture
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Arts For All
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.98374 stars 123 reviews
justin2 wrote:
My experience with Arts for All has been a wonderfully enriching endeavor. The passion and energy that this group of people brings to the table is astounding. All volunteers are treated with respect, kindness and gratitude. Most of the people involved... more »
Arts & Culture
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Artists Striving To End Poverty Inc
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.92623 stars 122 reviews
ToryTore wrote:
I volunteer for ASTEP once a week, mostly doing office-y type stuff... and not only does it make me feel awesome (because that's what volunteering does), every week i learn another fabulous amazing thing that ASTEP does, or i learn about another amazing... more »
Arts & Culture
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Muddy Paws Rescue
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.98333 stars 120 reviews
Writer wrote:
We adopted a dog through Muddy Paws Rescue. We were incredibly impressed when we submitted an application for Dora and were approved only a few days later. Rachel made herself available for all our questions. Picking up Dora was an easy process. We're... more »
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Glasswing International
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.90598 stars 117 reviews
Pauleen wrote:
I had the chance to participate in a volunteering activity organized by Glasswing in Guatemala. It was a wonderful experience, because we painted a mural to revitalize an old avenue in zone 11. The mural covers a public sports center and the graphics... more »
Health
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Cancer Research Institute, Inc.
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.99123 stars 114 reviews
helpbeatcancer wrote:
In order to beat Cancer, it needs to be fully understood. Research carried out by people such as these is vital. more »
Health
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Stupid Cancer
- Location:
- New York, NY
4.93694 stars 111 reviews
hallet wrote:
I2Y is a driving force in our generation for young adult cancer awareness. I am impressed with their high professional and ethical standards-- and their ability to hold large companies and organizations responsible. I2Y provides a much critical eye and... more »
Arts & Culture
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