Find International Economic Development Nonprofits and Charities

  clarktmabey wrote:

Wonderful organization. They give students the opportunity to do international humanitarian service, after they earn the rite by providing much service at home. They partner with other service organizations making any donations go farther then they... more »

  linda23 wrote:

It was a wonderful trip! This group loves the Guatemalan people they care for. their work is hands on. There are so many programs that any one if they want to can find a way to help in a way that works for everyone. Here you learn that it really is true... more »

  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 »

  Emily wrote:

As an intern at FSD's San Francisco office, I have been privileged to see a broad range of what it is that FSD does. As of late I was going through different projects that previous interns have contributed to a wide variety of partner community-based... more »

  Adesh J. wrote:

The best thing I like about the organization is that more than 95% of my donation goes right into the cause I support. IDRF is a very transparent organization that provides me with their annual report and breakdown of how the donations are being used. They... more »

  zach1 wrote:

I have been volunteering with TWP for about 7 months now and their are few organizations like it that can provide consistent, sustainable solutions to some of the greatest problems that plague not just our local community, but our global community. A... more »

  kmw55 wrote:

WNP has opportunities for people from all walks of life and with a wide variety of skills and interests. The programs include lending libraries, bike repair, youth sports, sewing projects, gardening projects, farming, and MUCH more. Check our www.wisnic.org... more »

  bridgetwall wrote:

I found out about Educate Tanzania through my mom, who knows one of the founders, Jan Hansen. She speaks passionately about the work they do and the impact that is possible with the resources they have acquired through fundraising and other partnerships.... more »

  Christie Brown wrote:

I joined Miracles in Action on a trip to Guatemala in January 2007 and was so impressed with their networking, dedication, knowledge and ability to get real sustainable projects done. Also impressive is that 100% of donations go toward projects -- the... more »

  rslevy wrote:

CorpsAfrica is a phenomenal organization! As a Returned Peace Corps Volunteer from Morocco, I love seeing firsthand the amazing work they are doing to instill the spirit of volunteerism and community development in Morocco and now Senegal and Malawi.... more »

  kiva wrote:

Kiva.org is a wonderful organization that has really been revolutionary in the field of microfinance by allowing someone to lift an entrepreneur in the developing world out of poverty with as small as $25. My experience has been very positive because... more »

  stede wrote:

This charity is based on the premise that agriculture and particularly subsistance agriculture can be sustainable unlike the traditional slash and burn agriculture of the rain forest. Florence and her crew train farmers in subsistance agriculture and... more »

  impinv wrote:

Resolution Project is at the forefront of helping a growing wave of college students interested in social entrepreneurship realize their dreams. more »

  lindafarthing wrote:

Fifteen years after I worked as Executive Director of Educate the Children for three and a half years, I remain an avid fan, volunteer and donor. As someone with almost 30 years working in development projects and low-income countries, this small organization... more »

  kristin7 wrote:

Starfish One by One offers scholarships and mentorships to help Mayan girls get an education so they can ultimately break the cycle of poverty. Girls in that culture are not encouraged to get an education. Starfish not only offers financial assistance,... more »

  mdfloyd322 wrote:

I've been aware of ADP for a couple of years. I've met with the founders of the organization, viewed slides, and talked about their goals, current and future projects. They truly have a heart for Africa and Rwanda in particular. I like their approach... more »

  jcpenner wrote:

Shopping for a Change™ (SFAC) is a business model that provides work for marginalized groups of artisans and a means for marketing their products. That in and of itself helps make the world a better place, but it doesn’t stop there. What makes Shopping... more »

  Kathleen Hubbard-Ismail wrote:

For the past twenty years, I have been spending two weeks of my vacation time volunteering with Global Volunteers in countries around the world. I have traveled with Global Volunteers because I believe in their philosophy of service, know that I will... more »

  Marianne Woodward wrote:

I have been giving to World Vision since 1989 and have nothing but praise for the organization. 87% of their donations go directly to the people in the countries that need it. They are in over 100 countries around the world providing humanitarian relief... more »

  eileen5 wrote:

In November 2010 I had the opportunity to travel to Nepal and India where I met with grantees in Kathmandu and in Kolkata. We visited Project 5-O Calcutta, a project for which VGIF was the first funder in 1983. It continues to be a thriving community... more »

  Debbie Hall wrote:

This organization has an enormous impact the lives of the rural poor! I have seen their work and talked to their small business owners on two trips -- one to Kakamega, Kenya and southeast Uganda, and another to Dodoma, Tanzania. The volunteer Business... more »

  SGwynn wrote:

Global Volunteer Network Foundation is an organisation that really does help local communities around the world. Through my work, I always feel like I'm making a difference in other people's lives. Also, It is a great organisation to volunteer for. When... more »

  Bonnie C. wrote:

I volunteered for the first time with the Santa Fe International Folk Art Market in July, 2010, as part of their Artist Training Program. The first thing I noticed was the commitment and level of dedication of their volunteers, some who have... more »

  Writer wrote:

I have volunteered with Food For His Children in Tanzania, Africa since 2008. Food For His Children helps the rural poor in the Karatu District by coming along side of them and helping them improve living conditions through the micro-loan of dairy goats.... more »

  DEIRDRE_R wrote:

It is difficult to put into words how visiting Malawi impacted me. It was more than four years ago and the trips are not long yet it left something in me. For one thing I realize more than ever how unjust the world economics are. We have so, so... more »

  arzueck wrote:

I purchased a gift card as a present. The delivery was prompt, and the recipient loved the gift. Global Giving lets the gift card holder choose from thousands of grassroots projects all around the world to donate to. It was a great gift that I will... more »

  M. Limer wrote:

I have seen how MBB works directly with women in South Sudan enabling them to achieve their goals. A young woman, in a culture that expects girls to be married early and to find their place only in the home, finds a place in school. A school is supported... more »

  alanharvard9 wrote:

Relief International is the WORST Non-Profit in the world. All poor employees are working hard to obtain Farshad Rastegar's benefits. No board interventions and presence. Board members are Relief International are passive and also under control of CEO... more »

  2021asahlberg wrote:

The Gbarnga Lutheran Mission Project does important work for a community in need and what continues to impress me is not only what they do, but how they do it. Every program is thoughtfully planned and revised with great care and compassion for people.... more »

  WillS wrote:

These folks are doing good things. I recently received and update that they may be fighting global insurgency through helping local sponsors pursue their eduction proposals. 3 cups of education - for real. They are rated in the top 2% by Charity Navigator,... more »

  Catharina wrote:

We cannot continue to live in comfort on our planet, while our brothers and sisters are in poverty, unsafe and without education. We have a strong obligation to uplift those in need. The time has come to be proactive. ... more »

  mark14 wrote:

i have been involved with Pro Mujer for several years now as a very vocal supporter and donor. three years ago i had the opportunity to see first hand how they work with women in latin america. i went on a Pro Mujer field trip to Peru. what truly impressed... more »

  Chillymama wrote:

It is an absolute truth that when you educate girls and women and provide them with the opportunity to better themselves through business, they will lift their family, even their entire village, out of poverty. Friendship Bridge follows through on their... more »

  eva3 wrote:

My experience at EcoLogic has been great. I have seen how EcoLogic has helped poor rural communities in Central America and Mexico become environmental stewards and how this has also contributed to improve many of these people's living conditions. I... more »

  TSLD wrote:

IDEX is a storied organization that has quietly done groundbreaking, revolutionary work with community-based organizations in the Global South. Their model of flexible grantmaking and long-term partnership has the capacity to transform little-known, but... more »

  marielle wrote:

I'm impressed with the membership's passion and dedication. This is an organization of committed, intelligent youth trying to make a brighter more sustainable future. The organization is 100% youth run, 100% volunteer based. We have members... more »

  Kylee H. wrote:

Super awesome program and empowering women and girls to break a cycle! They have an awesome sponsorship program that not only provides the needs to be successful in the classroom but also outside of the classroom! Win, win all around! more »

  sherwinkaplan wrote:

I have been a supporter of IFED for about 13 years and an active volunteer (since I retired) for the last three. I love two main things about the organization. First, the niche it fills. Larger non-profits or governmental entities provide the physical... more »

  simpona-fotsy wrote:

I have been very impressed with the growth of CPALI over the years. This is probably no surprise to people familiar with it's founder, Dr. Cay Craig, a brilliant scientist in her own right. She has worked tirelessly in difficult conditions to help local... more »

  Katie H.8 wrote:

Their 100% model is so unique and I love their commitment to being transparent and partnering with trust partners. more »

  kalismom wrote:

I love what FINCA does and how they do it! I feel so empowering when I think about how my modest donations can help a woman start a business, expand her enterprise and, in turn, help others. I also love that the FINCA approach is so simple and direct.... more »

  mobileUser636717 wrote:

IF by Innergy has saved so many dogs this year, from either hoarding situations or death row at local shelters. The volunteers are caring and knowledgeable, and the pups are well loved. more »

  tucker42 wrote:

RAIN is a very unique organization, in that it's able to reach very remote areas where other NGO's are unable to. Just in the last six months, their expansion of ten school market gardens, as well as their emergency food aid campaign during the recent... more »

  sandra8 wrote:

Even before the earthquake, Haiti Projects was providing important service to Haiti driven by their mission of empowering a woman, to raise a family, to lift a village. The family planning clinic and hospital, the library, the scholarship program and... more »

  Heather Joffe R. wrote:

I have had the opportunity to see their outstanding work first hand in Bolivia since 2008 when I supervised a U.S. government-funded grant made to the organization. (I work for a federal contractor that was in turn making federally-funded grants to NGOs.)... more »

  kay4 wrote:

My friend Pat Ortman, a DC area retired women's studies professor, was inspired by a Washington Post article titled more »

  africa231 wrote:

I give to Heroes of the Nation's child sponsorship program on a monthly basis. I appreciate that HTN operates on a 100% model...I can be confident that my donation will go directly to Kenya and will positively affect my sponsored child. I was able to... more »

  dmhansardlsw wrote:

As a BeadforLife Community Partner Volunteer I have the privelige of speaking to groups and organizations about how BeadforLife is helping to elimiante extreme poverty in Uganda. I also have the joy of selling the beautiful jewelry made from recycled... more »

  terry7 wrote:

Women's Microfinance Initiative has made small loans to over 1000 women in rural villages in Uganda and Kenya, allowing the women to start their own businesses to support their families. WMI has also helped to build a community center in Byobo which... more »

  colleendonnelly wrote:

During the summer/early fall of 2012, I volunteered in the communications and social media department of Trickle Up. Not only is the staff extremely dedicated to serving the ultrapoor, but they have also distinguished themselves thought leaders in the... more »

  alyball wrote:

Mother’s Without Borders is an incredible development agency who focuses on improving the lives of those they serve and the lives of the volunteers themselves. “Be the change you wish to see in the world.” more »

  bigalbcc wrote:

I sponsor two students through Rainbow Network. The personal connection is tremendous and the knowledge that my gift is making an incredible difference is a blessing to me. The idea that I am not just helping these two children, but their whole family... more »

  Susan90 wrote:

I have been a donor-investor in the work of Mary's Pence since their founding. I deeply admire their work with women's grassroots initiatives, working to support and promote the empowerment of women struggling to improve themselves, their families, and... more »

  carlosgperea wrote:

I'm a grassroots fundraiser for World Bicycle Relief and I couldn't be prouder of the work they do with the money I'm able to raise. The Buffalo Bikes are specially designed to stand up to the rigors of African riding. They're assembled in Africa, by... more »

  neil_j wrote:

I appreciate being able to use paypal to make donations. wateraidamerica.org has a link named "WaterAid on eBay," which has a link to send a donation by paypal. Today, the URL for the eBay link is http://www.missionfish.org/charity/charity.jsp?NP_ID=17803.... more »

  Mal W. wrote:

My fundraising agency has served the Global Fund for Women for at least a decade, and I was personally involved in the work during the first several years. For an organization of such modest size, the Fund's reach is truly global. As the website says,... more »

  BriDuval wrote:

I was intially attracted to GambiaHELP because the organization benefits communities in Africa, a part of the world that has always held my interest. I was compelled to continue volunteering with GambiaHELP after learning about the Executive Director’s... more »

  jellen wrote:

I have sponsored 6 sisters in war-torn countries since 2006, and have corresponded with all of them. W4W sends me information about them and their countries, and sends me an exit summary when each woman completes her year of training and group participation.... more »

  Junlei Li wrote:

CARE has been included in the latest investigative report on International Aid organizations -- the Crisis Caravan. In addition, in a separate report called "Road to H-x-l-l". While it is not the worst offenders and abusers, it certainly has... more »

  Works with Children wrote:

The unique quality of this NGO is that it has identified successful, local, community based African charities in Kenya, Uganda, Sierra Leone, Ethiopia, to name a few, and then "partners" with them to work together in the areas of health care, education,... more »

  Indego Africa wrote:

I became aware of Indego Africa Project about two years ago, and was immediately attracted to the idea behind the organization: the alleviation of poverty through entrepreneurial and sustainable growth. Through partnerships with cooperatives of women... more »

  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 »

  fashion wrote:

I am donating to this ministry because when I was not able to find a place to stay a friend recommended I contact the Rose of Sharing Ministry. They food me shelter within hours. They gave me the necessary information needed to empower me to a better... more »

  Writer wrote:

I am a regular fundraiser for Challenge Africa. The team here & in Africa work tireiessly to improve the health and lives of those less fortunate than themselves. Giving up their free and volunteering their skills to the cause. Keep up the good work... more »

  ambatis wrote:

"Inspiration exists, but it has to find us working." ~ Pablo Picasso AIF inspires us to help to improve education, livelihoods and public health for the marginalized in India by showing the best possible ways to do it with least amount of overheads. more »

  robson wrote:

A small nonprofit with a very small staff, Zambian women groups and energetic working volunteer board making the most of every dollar donated to support the education of 1,500 AIDS orphans and vulnerable children in the poor communities surrounding the... more »

  nonprofitadvisorsgroup wrote:

A cursory review of this organizations published fiinancials statements show that they are diverting operational expenses to program related expenses to show that more money is spent on programs expenese versus operational expenses. They have at least... more »

  Tom_63 wrote:

I am incredibly impressed with the mission of WCCN and honored to be recently added to the organization's Board of Directors. WCCN has been empowering people in Latin America to help themselves for 30 years, but that's just the beginning. There is a... more »

  PPat3l wrote:

Thaakat does a lot of great things. From helping people locally to helping them globally, they are simply the best. more »

  Writer wrote:

AAFF is making a real difference in the lives of Afghanistan. In 2012, they built 25 wells. In 2013, they built 5 more wells, providing water for 15,000 families. In 2015, they finished the Gohar Khatoon girls' school, which has received community praise,... more »

  chrisbunting wrote:

I have been a Thriive donor for over three years and I continue to be impressed by the organization and its impact throughout the globe. They are creating powerful change in the developing world by helping local people develop strong businesses that... more »

  joenilly wrote:

The Kilgoris Project is one organization that I can say is truly building up the people they serve to carry on with true sustainability. Not only is TKP educating and caring for the thousand or so kids in their schools, but they are building up the whole... more »

  xcrunner9 wrote:

As an intern with Self Help International and after traveling to Ghana to see the work Self Help has done, I am grateful for the experience here. A rather small non-profit in terms of staff, this fact holds no weight when compared to the impact that I... more »

  MCFDonor wrote:

I have been familiar with the Madagascar Cooperative Foundation for a number of years. This nonprofit helps the people of Madagascar in a number of ways, with a particular emphasis on practical and business education, and in providing small loans to... more »

  K.Pete wrote:

The work Jubilee USA accomplishes is truly amazing. Working as an intern, I saw firsthand how Jubilee works closely with its faith communities, congregations and partner organizations to mobilize efforts to help the world’s poorest. Though staffing... more »

  AnyaFisher wrote:

My adventures with Caritas Smile began about a half a year ago, when I was first introduced to its founder and creative director Sixcia Devine. Indefatigably brave, highly educated, charismatic and empowering, Sixcia, has been working on bringing joy,... more »

  lkashworth wrote:

Freedom from Hunger has been helping women for over 50 years. They know how to partner with local organizations in each region - a crucial part of a successful program. I am particularly proud of the "Credit with Education" program, which has reached... more »

  ellenkern wrote:

Not to disparage the work that Children's Hunger Relief Fund may carry out, the organization participates in unsolicited mailings requesting donations. I have never donated or provided my personal contact information to CHRF, yet received mail solicitation.... more »

  marianonprofit wrote:

This organization is NOT committed to transparency. It is part of the Tvind/Teachers Group global conglomerate of shady businesses, which include a number of interlinked non-profits that operate under the general banner of Humana People to People. In... more »

  sethcoleman wrote:

I volunteer and support Mission ONE, and have for several years. I love the impact that Mission ONE has in bringing souls to Christ and aiding in community transformation. Their model is very effective and I am looking forward to seeing more fruit from... more »

  Marcela V. wrote:

I moved to Fort Collins in 2008, and soon after I learned about Village Earth. I have experience doing the type of work they promote and so I was very curious to meet them. I did and was impressed by their open mindedness, humility and generosity with... more »

  Eileen H. wrote:

I am thrilled to serve on the Board for Mavuno Market. The founders of this organization have a very high level of integrity. Their hearts are to serve and their vision is to help people, especially women, out of poverty. The products which are hand... more »

  CaitlinG wrote:

I moved to San Cristobal de Las Casas, Mexico in September 2013 with my husband and started volunteering for Natik then. Natik has many opportunities available to anyone interested in nonprofit development projects. I am currently involved in one of their... more »

  julie bttle wrote:

In the small villages outside of Cambodia, young girls travel a 'red dirt road' to Phnom Penh to work in the sweatshops to provide money for their families. The sweatshops are filthy, the hours are long, the work is backbreaking and the pay is marginal.... more »

  jennfm wrote:

This fantastic organization brings clean, environmentally friendly solar energy to disadvantaged communities to help power schools, health clinics, agricultural projects, and villages in third-world nations around the globe. I am amazed at what they... more »

  cpr218 wrote:

I feel that CLI has done an amazing job of identifying a true problem in the Congo, and tackling it. Because of what they do, they are starting at the bottom of a chain that will ultimately help for further development of the whole nation. Education... more »

  bette1 wrote:

My organization, Returned Peace Corps Volunteers of Long Island, has partnered with Pedals for Progress for the last six years in a once a year bike collection. Pedals has always provided guidance in setting up and publicizing our collection. The trucks... more »

  Writer wrote:

All of the employees, whether based overseas or at their headquarters office are 100% dedicated to the mission. The staff is committed to engaging with the communities in which they work. They truly listen to their stakeholders and apply the advice they... more »

  Craig G. wrote:

What impresses me about Green Empowerment is their focus and effectiveness. They are focused on providing two essentials to those in need: clean water and electricity powered by renewable energy. They are effective because the projects... more »

  orley wrote:

The sole purpose of this foundation is to support the teaching and research at a graduate program in economics--the CERGE-EI in Prague. Our goal at the foundation has been to permit this fledgling institute to support graudate students and faculty to... more »

  Traveller6 wrote:

I visited Chocola, Guatemala in 2010 and witnessed firsthand the positive impact Seeds was already having on the community — and on individual people, particularly women and young children, who are some of the most vulnerable community members. I admired... more »

  Writer wrote:

If you want to be inspired, take some time to learn about Seeds to Sew! It's amazing that such a small all-volunteer organization could have such incredible lasting impact on so many women and girls globally. Seeds to Sew has taught me a life lesson about... more »

  sam8 wrote:

This organization gets it right. They have a mission that values people and looks for ways to help them that are not a "handout", but a help to getting themselves established and self-sufficient. Awesome goal, and amazing group of people. more »

  kulesa123 wrote:

From my research this group has extremely low overhead, but talented personnel to accomplish productive results under dire condtions world-wide, with onsite trained representatives, under pretty good supervision. Their website has multiple areas of selectable... more »

  ssboardmember wrote:

I'm on Samasource's Board of Directors. I'm thrilled to see the kind of impact they're making. Their management took $35K in initial funding and turned it into $130K in work for small businesses in Africa. As a board member, it's satisfying to see a... more »

  nmulkey wrote:

I have been extremely fortunate to volunteer with Rising International for nearly 14 years. Carmel Jud is an incredible woman, who has given so much of herself to a mission that she and so many others believe in. The impact to both women and girls (and... more »

  Michelle Davenport wrote:

I first learned of this organization about 10 years ago when the founder, Michele Rickets spoke at my church and told some of her firsthand accounts of how She Is Safe had reached out to the most poor, oppressed women and people of the world. My husband... more »

  julierhd wrote:

The Women of Pader is a wonderful organization committed to the sustainable development and investment into the lives of the mothers and their children living in Africa. more »

  UNICEFUSA wrote:

Global Impact has helped our international children's organization facilitate high-impact campaigns with major companies in the US- and also ensures we're represented excellently during the Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) activities each fall. Equally,... more »

  AmandaRose wrote:

This program is truly giving and a wonderful way to promote development in and out of the United States. Heather puts everything into the support of these women and development in positive ways in India. Not only is she supporting these women to independently... more »

  tishgibbs@sbcglobal.net wrote:

The Norwalk/Nagarote Sister City Project has had remarkable success working with at-risk teens in a desperately poor barrio in Nagarote, Nicaragua by providing after school activities including community service. Instead of getting involved with gangs... more »

  Rachel44 wrote:

I worked as an intern with Women Thrive Worldwide between January and May of 2012 and I was greatly impressed with the organization. More than other small NGOs I've worked with, they get things done. They advocate 24-7 on behalf of women throughout... more »

  Ren D. wrote:

We sent one of our grantee organizations to a Street Business School training and it was transformational for both the attendees and the group itself. The two staff that attended found it to be life-changing for them personally. Prior to the training... more »

  ROIvolunteer wrote:

I can vouch for the many years that ROI has provided dedicated service to U.S. and overseas communities for economic development and relief aid. more »

  menlosue wrote:

I have supported Kateri Tekakwitha Fund for 15 years. My modest monthly donation goes SO far in the country of Guatemala to support women and girls as they further their education - which in turn lifts their family, community, and nation. These... more »

  vphaas wrote:

Myanmar Hope Christian Mission and Hope Boarding School are a fantastic Mission to support. All of the money that is donated is sent for the mission and school. The mission gets the full benefit! My husband and I personally know the forwarding agents... more »

  shanonmurry wrote:

Great company! It does wonderful things for disadvantaged woman. Beautiful jewelry with a beautiful message behind it! more »

  Cristina11 wrote:

Worldfund, with little resources has found a formula to have great geographic reach and truly impact the public education system in Mexico and Brazil. It has a high focus and measuring and improving impact, and is totally true to its mission. more »

  Sam Hilton wrote:

Arguably one of the best charities in the world as independently judged by a range of expert charity advisors, such as GiveWell.org. What more could you possibly ask for?! more »

  cgreenwood wrote:

I have given thousands of dollars to this organization because I believe in its mission to provide microfinance services to the working poor in the developing world. I also believe that giving loans to people to start or build a business is the best way... more »

  Linda wrote:

Because choosing a non-profit organization to support is a difficult decision to make, I spend a lot of time closely examining their work and mission, their impact and passion. I want to believe that what I am able to give is really being used to greatest... more »

  wevolunteer wrote:

I have worked with many organizations in the past 50 years and this is certainly one of the very best. They have worked effectively with many partners in many countries and have had a positive impact on thousands. They deserve your support and they have... more »

  Barbara wrote:

Last spring I was fortunate to visit Uganda. While there, I had the opportunity to visit some of the rural communities where Water For People is working with local groups to provide safe water and sanitation. It was truly moving to see the respectful... more »

  Rebecca49 wrote:

One of the only charities I know which does what it says on the tin, with very little overheads. They actually research the trees required to maintain the Amazon and then plant more - a simple idea but one many NGOs seem to miss. In addition, they involve... more »

  Beverly Van K. wrote:

This is a small ministry with a big impact as they work in village after village, teaching people how to start home-based businesses to make a living by providing a service or product that others can use. All businesses are based on materials readily... more »

  Writer wrote:

“I greatly appreciate P4P’s hands-on, results-oriented and realistic approach to addressing the needs in the small area in which it has chosen to focus its energies and resources.” “I also like the holistic approach it takes to community... more »

  fred zambroski wrote:

Let's be ready funds to grassroots programs in Guatemala headed by local women. These young Women Are Disrupting the Model of Preschool Education in Guatemala! I have visited them every year (except during covid) for the past 18 years. The long-held... more »

  jvazquez66 wrote:

This organization deeply cares for the plight of persecuted Christians throughout the World. more »

  albert1 wrote:

As a co-founder of this organization, I can only say why it has stuck around for more than 35 years -- because it continues to stay relevant to changing circumstances. Our original vision was "Out to Save the World." That has never changed. What has changed... more »

  whimman wrote:

I'd like to understand better the relationship between the organization, World Education, Inc. (WSI), and the consultant John Snow, Inc., (JSI) which happens to be solely owned by the nonprofit's president and is its highest-paid independent contractor... more »

  Ike B. wrote:

It's a Great Organization supporting African projetcs more »

  courtneysmk wrote:

I have been a volunteer with this non profit for 5 years. I have seen first hand how they have helped change lives of women and orphans and communities with the work they do. They empower the people to have a higher and better quality of life. They show... more »

  workinginchina wrote:

I am truly inspired by the work Grameen Foundation does, especially for the China program. I recently participated in an Investment Readiness workshop that Grameen hosted and saw firsthand how the organization is introducing and integrating international... more »

  nathanieljameslindsey wrote:

The lessons I learned as an AHEAD Energy volunteer speak to this organization's mission to illuminate communities around the world. In Fall 2008, AHEAD asked me to travel to sub-Saharan Africa, assess available energy resources and energy needs at a Ugandan... more »

  Daisy Walters wrote:

I have been on the volunteer management team with CEN for a year. I chose the volunteer with this organization because of the focus on long term self-sustaining solutions to poverty instead of just one time hand outs. I am able to contribute the skills... more »

  cmmcynthia wrote:

Proyecto Bienestar is a great organization that I volunteer with from time to time. It helps women in the United States and Mexico begin new homebasesd businesses and it changes their lives even though they may not make a fortune. It gives them a future... more »

  jans27 wrote:

Kiwimbi's focus is on providing opportunity through education to underserved communities world wide. I have been fortunate to travel to Africa, where I witnessed the work Kiwimbi does first hand, on the ground, in Amagoro, Kenya. In 2018, I spent a week... more »

  Widgeon wrote:

We became involved with two Mules 6 months ago and made aware of their desire to provide hope to a remote mountainous area in Haiti-Acul region. Their focus is education of young kids who can't afford to go to school, water and sanitation improvement... more »

  blacklab wrote:

Person by person, village by village, Aruna Partnership is changing the lives of men, women and children through education and training. I am grateful to be part of this vibrant endeavor in which my sponsored child will continue this domino effect in... more »

  julialwong wrote:

I first learned about Meds & Food For Kids one year ago at the nonprofit career fair at Washington University in St. Louis. MFK was distributing information about its cause and the work it does to WashU’s social activists. I was immediately impressed... more »

  Zaky A. wrote:

Great jobs, be volunteer and donate to help the poor children...! more »

  creation-of-a-cause wrote:

Dress For Success has helped many people in many ways i just love the services the have keep up the good work. more »

  DOVEFUND wrote:

The D.O.V.E. Fund is a not-for-profit organization providing support to the poorest areas of Vietnam. It was founded in 2000 by a number of Vietnam Veterans who were contacted by the then-U.S. Ambassador to Vietnam, Pete Peterson. Ambassador Peterson's... more »

  Robin144 wrote:

I met Sachi Shenoy, the co-founder, when I was traveling to Seattle to work at another nonprofit. I was so impressed with her and with Upaya's promise that I became an early donor about five years ago. I was really pleased that Upaya was able to take... more »

  mitch946 wrote:

Community First is an organization that is making a real difference in the lives of a very poor and neglected population. They have already brought fresh water to several villages and are working on developing small industry and food production in those... more »

  Jancro wrote:

I am so happy to be a part of EFAC because the work they are doing in Kenya with bright, financially challenged students is first class. Not only do they give educational scholarships, they see these children all the way through high school, college... more »

  Elizabeth Banks wrote:

The reason I am leaving this review is becuase I think that readers of this site might be fooled by the high ranking of CHF. The fact of the matter is this organization does a very bad job with constituent relations. I did not recieve a tax letter for... more »

  Roger wrote:

I have been to Bolivia twice, each time visiting the projects of Quaker Bolivia Link. Most of them are in rural communities in the highland, not much reached by the outer world. The projects I visited were three types, greenhouses on the altiplano where... more »

  ChrisLizLyser wrote:

Being donors and advocates of Fair Trade USA fits perfectly into our world view. Through travel to a variety of countries in the global South, we have gained an understanding of the devastating effects of the status-quo global trade model. We feel passionate... more »

  wphhou wrote:

According to the Better Business Bureau, "ACCION International (ACCION) does not meet the following Standard for Charity Accountability. Standard 10: Ending Net Assets - Avoid accumulating funds that could be used for current program activities. To meet... more »

  ncpart wrote:

I am a volunteer with Peer Servants and was recently sent by Peer Servants to Cusco, Peru to help native women obtain a microloan for a business I helped them to start. This has the effect of helping not only the nine women I worked with, but potentially... more »

  brian1 wrote:

A local nonprofit that I'm happy to endorse, Forgotten Voices was started a few years ago by an incredibly motivated friend of mine who left his career to launch this organization and focus full time on making a difference in the lives of AIDS orphans... more »

  M_Henry wrote:

Bridges to Prosperity envisions a world where poverty caused by rural isolation no longer exists and by the way their operation is laser focused and targeted, they are bound to make significant progress towards that lofty goal. Their unique ability... more »

  knip wrote:

I would beseech any and all who look at our world with frustration and disappointment, wondering how there could be so many suffering, so much disappointment, so much needless pain, and so much needless death of our little ones to read "Kisses from Katie".... more »

  marianonprofit wrote:

A complete scam! Please beware and do not enroll in this fake, money grubbing "school"! more »

  bmulligan wrote:

A former 100% scholarship kid, I routinely contribute to the schools that forty years ago gave me a chance at higher education. But when considering other charities I ask: --does the charity have personal meaning for me? --does the charity... more »

  mayfial wrote:

I had the opportunity to volunteer with GAF for 3 months at their clinic for the amputee and war wounded communities in the area around Kono, Sierra Leone. I worked with the country director, Dr. Mohamed Barrie, as well as, all the clinic staff. I came... more »

  arley wrote:

I traveled to Zambia to help train the well drillers in air rotary drilling. The people were very friendly and welcomed me with open arms. Seeds of Hope did a great job of hosting. I found that they had truly done some amazing things with very little.... more »

  JJHIowa wrote:

Empowering young people to own their economic success. What a simple goal, yet critical responsibility for the econmic success of the U.S. I am proud to say that I have been a volunteer for a number of years and various ages, and it is a rewarding assignment.... more »

  RichardWalden wrote:

Operation USA is widely lauded among other international disaster relief and economic development organizations for its creative, effective and rapid response to disasters; it stays long after others have left; it does NOT accept any US Government funding... more »

  sajidgohari wrote:

I have to raise to fundraise for my studies due to some financial issue and Covid-19 my brother lost their job and I'm an orphan also. This is a difficult time to pay my semester fee, so I have to decide on to the Facebook fundraiser to save my semester... more »

  smbellon wrote:

I have been involved with MPA for over 15 years as a volunteer, donor, and member of the Board. I am definitely committed to the mission to help the poorest of the poor by giving people in Africa a handup rather than a handout. MPA uses its donations... more »

  Amy Smith wrote:

The Pangea Network is an organization very dedicated and commited to their mission and vision. As a volunteer, I see first hand the impact Pangea makes on many lives. Change occurs when you educate a woman then she grows her business which will feed... more »

  eastofthesun2 wrote:

IRF has been extremely helpful in facilitating the sharing and exchange of scientific and environmental information between the Caribbean islands for 40 years. AAHS has benefited from grant funding coordinated by them in years past. more »

  jaofbrazoriapromgr wrote:

Junior Achievement is the world’s largest and fastest-growing organization dedicated to educating young people about business, economics, financial literacy and free enterprise. Through age-appropriate curricula, JA programs begin at the elementary... more »

  LizMcC wrote:

This organization consistently receives A or A+ from the Institute of Philanthropy that has a thorough investigation policy for non profits. I have been a donor for over 10 years. They are also in my husband's and my will. I am a very proud supporter more »

  Philip8 wrote:

I met the founder at the La Jolla Human Trafficking Accords event in 2011 and have been impressed with her organization's work in Haiti and in fighting human trafficking where it happens. more »

  LuckyLeo wrote:

I have seen first hand the impact this organization makes in the lives of people in Meru. Vulnerable children that have been sponsored over the years are now going to college. Villages have received goats and instruction on how to raise their own vegetables.... more »

  Vikki Bland wrote:

CBM use a huge team of volunteers including hundreds of medical professionals to discover and treat the blind, and those with other disabilities in third world countries. They do thousands of operations per year in dozens of countries, literally... more »

  Benamill wrote:

A fantastic organization with practical and efficient solutions to the problems that have plagued Northern Uganda and much of the entire continent of Africa for ions. The official I met with in Northern Uganda asked for peace, education, and opportunity.... more »

  Angee W. wrote:

Opportunities Industrialization Center: North Philadelphia Philadelphia, PA I am a relative of a former student who used to attend Opportunities Industrialization Center (OIC). This program helped my brother achieve greatness in the areas... more »

  craig newmark wrote:

ANERA does really good work for people on the West Bank, getting real stuff built to help people with their everyday lives. more »

  Shelia2 wrote:

THE WOMEN-EYE Organization is by far the most effective non-profit organization I have had the privilege to be a part of. I have been associated with a number of groups that do a lot of talking. Here is where the rubber meets the road. You learn the basics... more »

  honduras22 wrote:

Great organization... YOu can actually see your money being put to use in real time. Volunteer in Honduras and you get to the meet the very people you are helping. I've been to Honduras 3 times now with this organization and have fallen in love with all... more »

  Karlahunt wrote:

I have supported World Hope International for many years. Through their efforts I have donated to a well and latrines in Africa, Supported a woman receiving education and training in Cambodia to prevent human trafficking, I have helped raise funds for... more »

  Bornlaughing wrote:

Had an amazing experience volunteering teaching at Segue Institute in Central Falls.Amazing how good it feels to interact with young people in a classroom environment! Got an awesome thank you note at the end of the day! One student wrote that I "was... more »

  Charlotte wrote:

Beyond Borders has been working in Haiti for over 18 years - working alongside Haitians on a grassroots level. They strive to see that all Haitian children have access to quality education. They also support adult literacy. One of their major focus' is... more »

  Rural Development Institute wrote:

An NGO with incredible leverage - every $1 helps six families. That is incredible! Their approach gets right to the root of the problem and effects change at a systemic level. Very powerful impact on poverty and food security. more »

  nduguyangu wrote:

The Friends of Shirati organization supports Shirati Hospital and Shirati Nursing School in Tanzania East Africa. Friends of Shirati is managed by all volunteers including the Executive Director. The current Board of Directors and the financial contributors... more »

  Rono wrote:

I ran across this program on a trip to Cambodia a few years ago. I saw their work in a village and on a boat trip. The small amount I give can purchase quite a few water filters. I'm also impressed by their moving into literacy programs as well. Last... more »

  martha p wrote:

The Fair Wage Guide is currently one of the most important initiatives in the fair trade craft movement. The Guide provides a framework for ensuring the successful growth of the movement, both in terms of increased market penetration and increased social... more »

  Cynthia24 wrote:

This small non-profit started as the dream of two dedicated individuals who lived in El Salvador, observed the extreme hardship, and decided that providing funds for very young children to experience preschool (and get one nutritious meal a day) could... more »

  angelicayandres wrote:

As a medical doctor and specialist in disaster response I travel often to the neediest parts of the earth. I often find this organization members doing some of the more strategic work wherever they are based. This is due to their grassroots approach... more »

  Diana56 wrote:

I have seen HOI work side-by-side with local Hondurans and create sustainable projects within communities. This is not your typical 1-week "mission trip" - I have personally seen how HOI reaches beyond to integrate its service into the daily life of Honduran... more »