Find Crime Prevention Nonprofits and Charities

  Juliana Piova wrote:

I've found in Kidpower people who really are doing something to change life for better and not only in their own neibourhood but all around the world. Its an amazing work made by people who really cares. more »

  memdavis wrote:

Tom Everson runs an amazing non-profit. I met him at the "Towards Zero Deaths" conference in Minnesota in 2008, after my husband was rear-ended and killed in a traffic accident. Not only did Tom provide support and empathy, he asked me for my story and... more »

  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 »

  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 »

  phillipgurley1978 wrote:

After being released from incarceration I felt like my life was over. I lost my mother,father,grandmother, and grandfather all during my incarcerationband had no where to go so I came to a transitional house here in Birmingham. But that wasn't cutting... more »

  Ronzo wrote:

PanZOu Project is the only comprehensive youth gang reduction program operating in South Florida. It helps keep kids out of gangs through prevention and intervention programs; helps youths returning from prison find activities other than gang "work,"... more »

  lhinsch wrote:

The exploitation of children is a crime that is all to often ignored; not because it is unimportant but because it is a crime so painful to face that most people keep their distance from it. The Innocent Justice Foundation fights crimes against children... more »

  jlhemp wrote:

Columbia Neighborhood Watch is helping both the residents and the Police in reducing crime and cooperating with the Police Department. When neighbors work together it shows a unified front which dentures crime and makes a better neighborhood. This program... more »

  lizzydevlin wrote:

I recently had the opportunity to work with the staff at Ella O's on an emergency project. Since moving to the Atlanta area, I have worked with several charities as I did back home in Tennessee. The staff embraced me immediately and I worked with the... more »

  beagle01 wrote:

The Vanished Children's Alliance provides so many services! The Outreach Department is geared towards abduction prevention, providing saftety presentations and information to children and adults. They also provide fingerprinting in-house and at various... more »

  cmckisso wrote:

This is a wonderful foundation with people behind it that have dedicated knowledge to the K9s. They are invaluable in their work and dedication to helping these special dogs. more »

  aleitch wrote:

Know this organization in the area was formed to address a tragic situation and give back to the community. Has done some nice work, although would love to see more information posted on the Guidestar site. 990 report was blurred and could not decipher... more »

  Dianne Nethery wrote:

I worked for this organization form early 1996 through late 1998 - (and was forced to volunteer for the "other" charity as part of my job description). THE ONLY PURSPOSE OF THIS CHARITY and the founder's other charity - CARING FOR OUR CHILDREN FOUNDATION,... more »

  oraia wrote:

RightRides for Women's Safety is a wonderful example of a community-led and community-driven organization. Our free, late night ride home program has driven 3,000 riders home safely thanks to 150 driving team volunteers. We're also a founding member of... more »

  dennis starr wrote:

Let me see, one million for the program versus 3.3 million for fund-raising expenses. Gee, that's a tough one! Someone is making out like a bandit. more »

  Jaclyn M. wrote:

SAVE has opened so many doors for me and my community. It also has made a huge impact on the epidemic of bullying and has lowered the numbers tremendously. Also, it has provided positive outlets for kids and adults of all ages to be themselves and to... more »

  kristen6 wrote:

Youth Vault Inc. is a nonprofit dedicated to helping kids kick crime. It is in its beginning stages, but there is a lot of potential and already working to educated youth about crime. more »

  Pamala R. wrote:

Touched by tradgedy by losing my 19 year old daughter in a car crash, caused by her own alcohol consumption, I felt the need to help others by trying to prevent more traffic fatalities. I was referred to SCVRJP. They offered me an avenue by telling my... more »

  pomwaparent wrote:

I have been with PEACE of Mind - Parent Education And Child Empowerment, since the inception of the organization in 2006. This has been the most rewarding volunteer experience I have ever had. Teaching parents and other adults about how to keep kids safe... more »

  anonymous wrote:

Great organization. They are the only group in the nation educting kids and parents on the dangers of the internet and child sexual abuse and the only group helping to identify the victims of child pornography nationwide. My experience with them was... more »

  djjjc wrote:

The form 990 for 2009 is unclear about an audit being performed. Page 3, line 12 says an audit was performed, (checked yes) however, schedule D, parts XII & XIII are not completed. (per the line 12 note) Also page 12, line 2b, answers concerning the... more »

  heresjohnnie wrote:

This not for profit was recently involved in a video that promoted the killing of a NYC police officer. Shortly thereafter two cops were murdered. more »

  evelyna wrote:

I have been acquainted with Peace Learning Center since it began, and served on the Board for a term. I was their first Executive Director. Currently, I teach at University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, a class called "Introduction to Mediation". This... more »

  Karen R. wrote:

The Lutheran Metropolitan Ministry in Cleveland, Ohio serves people who need a friend- the homeless and other people who need a boost in their "hope" meter. The various agencies under the Lutheran Metro Ministry umbrella are all served by a warehouse... more »

  tythomasjr wrote:

I have heard many wonderful things about the effectiveness and assistance provided by members of this organization. Mrs. Lacy in particular has helped a great number of people with counseling, financial resources and personal care in thier time of need. more »