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  wickilyn wrote:

what an awesome place learning about bears and how to live with them in peace, I used to be terribly afraid of black bears but have found out they are really gentle creayures who's lives are ruled by fear and hunger, Dr. Lynn Rogers and Sue Mansfield... more »

  azrussian1 wrote:

I am working for S H I E L D from 2002, and from that time has helped hundreds families to resolve their issues, and to get out of the Domestic Violence situation. My desire to help based on my own hard experience of Domestic Violence in the family, and... more »

  PatMek wrote:

The Southern Heritage Air Foundation and Museum is a unique place that brings history to life through their WWII and Vintage aircraft that still fly, features local and regional WWII Veterans and their stories, offers a rides program in their planes,... more »

  Kari wrote:

Our family is so excited to have the Harbor History Museum in our town. I have taken friends from out of town and my four year old grandson on several occasions. We were amazed at how many interactive exhibits were available. My grandson moved ships,... more »

  Rapunzel wrote:

These folks do alot with a little- always the sign of a great non-profit. Especially excel at community events. Arts-In-The-Heart of Augusta is a jewel of September every year. And they they took on monthly First Friday downtown when it looked as if it... more »

  Carlos G. wrote:

Volunteering with this nonprofit organization has been a eye opening experience for me. I've never truly considered all the many people in need living in my community. I've witnessed the struggle that many of the clients have had to fight through to get... more »

  RichieAndler wrote:

The Museum team of professionals and volunteers works miracles with a very tight budget and very small space. The exhibitions that have been created over the years are absolutely first class. The Museum could not do what it does without the energy and... more »

  SierraCL wrote:

I can't speak highly enough about The Radiant Peace Foundation International and its many programs dedicated to inspiring and promoting Radiant Peace around the world. I have been a volunteer for this professional organization for over 20 years, and... more »

  Historyworker wrote:

After over two years of fund raising the Eagle River Historical Society took a big step and purchased a site to renovate for a new, and primary, museum. The Society will retain a smaller museum as a specialized railroad and commercial display site. ... more »

  TommyT613 wrote:

This organization does an amazing job of serving Jewish communities -- especially isolated Jewish communities -- all over the South. They are committed to documenting and honoring the Southern Jewish experience, to providing rabbinic support to geographically... more »

  linda3 wrote:

As a life-long Arizona resident I have always enjoyed visiting the Heard Museum in Phoenix, Arizona. The Heard offers the local community as well as visitors from around the world insight into the culture and lifestyles of indigenous peoples. The long-term... more »

  Antonia Bondarenko wrote:

My family owns a second home in a small town called Walsenburg in Southeastern Colorado. The town is located on the I-25 corridor and lies at the base of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains on the prairie or "High Plains." The town was once a thriving commercial... more »

  Joshua16 wrote:

Little Italy San Jose has been working hard to restore the original Italian settlement in San Jose. Some of our main accomplishments are the tremendous amount ok In Kind and monetary donations we received to build an Italian Cultural center/Museum and... more »

  bob16 wrote:

The Future of Flight stimulates the imagination of young people. Here kids learn how to think. As it becomes more accepted with the local school districts and as more exhibits are completed, I believe the attendance will increase further. more »

  veroa wrote:

Many people think that art and cultural experiences are only for those who can afford them. And sometimes, some communities don't have access to these nearby. Artrain's mission is to bring these experiences to every community. The exhibits are mobile... more »

  sfgray wrote:

Pacific Battleship Center is an outstanding non-profit that operates Battleship Iowa, the only battleship on the West Coast. The organization has grown in a prudent manner since its inception to procure and preserve the battleship, expanding programs... more »

  menontherise wrote:

COSACOSA came into my community to listen and help us achieve our dreams of beautifying the neighborhood by cleaning up an old vacant lot. Personally, I didn't expect to learn how to make art or to garden but I did. And I also learned alot about my... more »

  melissa41 wrote:

The Please Touch Museum is a wonderful place where little minds go to explore, learn and play. It is filled with magical experiences. My children spend hours learning while they "food shop", "drive" a real car, "ride" a real bus, learn about levies, canals... more »

  stallahassee wrote:

I love this place! It is about 50 wooded acres of beauty and serenity right next to a national forest and chain of lakes. There are historic buildings that show life in Florida's Big Bend for the past century and a half and a natural habitat zoo with... more »

  NMAC wrote:

Music makes people feel good. And, museums archive and preserve the past so we remember those who went before us and their achievements and history. The Houston Blues Museum is on its way to achieving a proper home to honor he music and blues artists... more »

  joyfullybea wrote:

I am writing this because I think people should be warned. VisArts is a poorly run organization, and if you are thinking of applying for a job there, think again. he board is inactive except for a few people who are extremely hard... more »

  www111 wrote:

The Cherokee Strip Regional Heritage Center tells the story of the greatest Land Run of all mankind and the history of its pioneers. It is Smithstonian quality and exciting and fun to visit. My grandparents who made the run on that hol day, September... more »

  toonseum wrote:

The ToonSeum is a new gallery within the Children's Museum of Pittsburgh. The are just starting the non-profit process with the hopes of opening a seperate museum of cartoon art in Pittsburgh. The gallery they have now is small but they have a great... more »

  Kent Karosen wrote:

Having been a trustee for 18 years, I have seen significant growth in all areas of the museum including exhibits, overall maintenance of the ship itself, and internal control improvements. Specifically, the museum has honed its overall mission of honoring... more »

  horology wrote:

The National Association of Watch and Clock Collectors is Americas preeminent not-for-profit educational organisation dedicated to encourage and stimulate interest in the Art and Science of Horology, i.e. the subject of Timekeepers (Clocks and Watches)... more »