Find Public Safety Disaster Preparedness & Relief Nonprofits and Charities

  Deansherri wrote:

For the past 2 1/2 years I have dedicating my time to Hunger Fight and our mission to help eradicate hunger and food insecurity in NE Florida. With 1 in 6 people and 1 in 4 children affected, hunger is a very real problem in Northeast Florida. Not limited... more »

  Merla wrote:

I have been involved from the very beginning of the founding of this organization. This organization in the past 28 years have helped thousands of individuals, families and even villages and small communities in the Third World countries, rise above poverty... more »

  Kamira G. wrote:

I found PFA Hillside through Volunteer Match.com. I was out of work and looking to spend my spare time helping the community and animals. That's when I found PFA. I love the fact they are a low cost spay/nueter clinic service g the community. So many... more »

  Tikvah wrote:

Recently I joined Nechema on their deployment in the Atlanta, Georgia area following the flash floods that occurred there in early October. The day began with helping to do the final spray washing and sterilizing of a home that had already been cleared.... more »

  alvin3 wrote:

I was looking for a charity to help Haiti and came across these guys. As I do with all charities I looked at their 990 long form from 2007. In it there is an extraordinary expense for $2,600,000+ (2.6 million dollars plus) for "Concert Expense").... more »

  charene wrote:

on june12th 2015 Ronald smith was found to be deceased by his girlfriend in his truck at 330am in the morning. in a state of shock and not knowing what to do I got on a truckers sight and was told to contact truckers final mile. which I did. this man... more »

  KariAZ wrote:

Empty Bowl serves a vital service in our community. Often times, people will provide for their pets before they care for their own needs. Recognizing this strong bonds between family members and pets, Empty Bowl helps to protect both animals and people.... more »

  Smatheson wrote:

Amazing group of people that provide their expertise and time to their community. more »

  JBB89 wrote:

Team South Florida (TSF) is a phenomenal nonprofit organization for the Law Enforcement family! The countless hours, the true dedication and hard work that the volunteers put into running this organization is admirable. TSF supports families of fallen... more »

  Annual Fund Volunteer wrote:

It is a few days away from November 2010, and Network for Good's 990 for 2009 is still not showing on Guidestar. It's also not posted on the company's own Web site. Network for Good is hosting the online donations for an independent school for which... more »

  mobileUser500625 wrote:

It is amazing how great their accomplishments are in the short amount of time they have been established. Creating a legacy for their 16 year old daughter by spreading seat belt awareness and saving lives is not only astounding but heart warming. David... more »

  Freda1981 wrote:

Best Musical experience of my life! Made me feel great and wanting more! It also proved once again that Cancer WON'T win! We can feel great about ourselves and our lives in spite of Cancer! Yeah! Thank You PLAY MUSIC ENJOY LIFE! more »

  Clare W. wrote:

One of the most insightful, powerful, and positive experience of my life was traveling with FOH to Haiti, with a group of 8 high school students. I feel that the work FOH does truly helps save lives, by empowering people and giving them the resource to... more »

  chaplainskip1 wrote:

Founded in 1998... we have been around a long time. I am the founder and a donor to the organization. We currently serve almost 4000 EMTs, Paramedics and Firefighters, providing critical incident stress management services and Chaplaincy care. more »

  Writer wrote:

United Sikhs is an organisation that helps international communities in event of any disaster. Also it brings to fore the issues of Ethical Sikh Minority in US. more »

  ariellevin98 wrote:

We fostered & then adopted our now beloved family dog - Marty - from Operation Liberation. Marty was found by Liz - he was roaming a busy street where he easily could’ve been hit by a car. After catching him, Liz spent weeks rehabilitating him,... more »

  patriotIndian wrote:

This charity is run by hindu fundamentalist organisation RSS and VHS. They do a very good job of hiding this information from public residing outside India. If you want know more about them this may help. http://www.stopfundinghate.org/resources/news/0103SearchLight.htm Do... more »

  wmvfc wrote:

White Marsh Volunteer Fire Company (WMVFC) is a great nonprofit. I've been a member of this organization since 2005, volunteering my time in a variety of roles over the years, including positions as a firefighter (FF), emergency medical technician (EMT),... more »

  IrfanAhmed wrote:

Health and Nutrition Development Society has developed during the last 35 years into one of the largest not-for profit organizations of Pakistan. Under the dynamic Chairmanship of renowned Prof.A.G.Billoo (Sitara-e-Imtiaz), and leadership of senior management,... more »

  reimary wrote:

I started volunteering with Peace River K9 Search and Rescue in June of 2016. Very quickly I realized the high level of dedication and commitment that was exhibited by the entire team. Mike Hadsell, the founder, has been involved with K9 training most... more »

  Writer wrote:

I think they do a great job helping the community. A small group that does Big things. more »

  kelli20095 wrote:

Please ask for references. I volunteered with this group for many months. Their pratices were, in my opinion, shady. They made a lot of promises to families of the missing that they never kept. more »

  James0008 wrote:

I was very happy to find this GEM of a charity. They were one of the few organizations with people working on the ground in Haiti Earthquake relief, that would accept in-kind donations. Almost everyone else I contacted wanted cash. The other nice... more »

  HeidiWebbCFRE wrote:

When the war broke out between Israel and Palestine, I felt helpless. Then, I met Global Action Institute. This organization has purchased over $100,000 in life-saving equipment and critical supplies for the people impacted by this terrible time. Items... more »

  mobileUser514348 wrote:

They help educate the young and the old. More donations will help this organization fulfill its mission in America and around the world. more »

  seflamaster wrote:

he is a scam https://www.facebook.com/pages/911-Scam-Foundations-Causes/530268456998882?ref=stream http://www.villagevoice.com/2011-08-31/news/9-11-the-winners-profiting-from-september-eleventh/ more »

  Writer wrote:

I'm constantly recommending the resources of ICTG to community and church leaders. There's really nobody like ICTG out there and they consistently offer invaluable materials for groups managing in the wake of traumas. more »

  bachj123 wrote:

I have had the honor to work with this amazing group of women on a number of projects. Depending on the need of the family we might be laying flooring, installing sheetrock, tape and mud, removing debris or general cleanup of grounds. But we don't stop... more »

  LRP1 wrote:

Deployed to Hammond Louisiana with OBR. It was a large deployment for the flooded area. The overwriting theme was to prepare good meals, not just good but hot, flavored and prepared in a clean environment. Everyone working did it because they wanted... more »

  SteveFitz wrote:

MidWest SSTRC is an organization of volunteers across several counties working together to provide ground truth to the National Weather Service when weather turns severe. They are people who work to raise the level of severe storm awareness and preparedness... more »

  Writer wrote:

I had helped volunteer this organization at few local events held in the community. I was impressed how well organized. I look forward to volunteering this holiday season again. more »

  chiefmck wrote:

As coordinator of the Los Angeles Metro F.I.R.E Academy, I have personally witnessed the positive impact on lives of young at risk youth from south Los Angeles, Ths impact could not have been realized except for the support of the Los Angele Fire Foundation.... more »

  rfar wrote:

I don't write this review because I'm a Board Member but truly from my heart and experience I have been a member of Chaplain Fellowship Ministries for approximately 20 yrs now. I was never asked my status in life, how much money I earned, how... more »

  Colley4Him wrote:

I have joined Servants on almost a dozen mission trips including places such as Guatemala, India, and right here within the U.S. in Mississippi. The teamleaders are well prepared and I really appreciate the spiritual opportunities we receive with team... more »

  Chuck31 wrote:

Absolutely the difference maker in the missing child epidemic worldwide more »

  theponz1969 wrote:

This is an amazing charity that helps hero K9's with things they need to keep them safe. We have so much respect for them, we re-did our will to leave funds to them. Please guve to them today������ more »

  SharingHisHarvest wrote:

Amazing Organization! Autumn Brown runs this group and she is phenomenal! These folks care about their community and work from their hearts with honesty and integrity! more »

  Yelland wrote:

GHI worked with us at OECD in a global school seismic safety initiative starting in 2003. GHI assisted in preparing the ground for the OECD Recommendation concerning Guidelines on Earthquake Safety in Schools. The meeting of international experts that... 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 »

  Jferrara wrote:

Volunteer Alexandria is a great organization that pairs up people to volunteer opportunities. My company did a team volunteer project with youth and it was very successful! All of my volunteers really enjoyed themelves and not only was it a great team... more »

  tdonsbach wrote:

Janeen is amazing. She and her animals show the epitome of compassion and care. She follows up with every client and mames sure they are getting what they need. She is always trying to find ways to do more for veterans and their families. Pure dedication!! more »

  Writer wrote:

McPaws provides a great place for the stray and surrendered animals in this area. I have volunteered at the organization and the staff and other volunteers really care about the well being of all the animals. The best part, is that McPaws is a no kill... more »

  becsmip wrote:

I have 5 beautiful children now. Two were teenager and the other two had just reached 43 and 50 pounds and I had put them into the small boosters. When I hit my brake to avoid an accident, my younger slipped underneath the belt and trapped her on the... more »

  Cathy_D wrote:

Giving Back and Giving Towww.firehero.orgIn 1997 I was introduced to the National Fallen Firefighters Foundation, not in a way I would have chosen. You see, my husband was a 31 year member of the Blauvelt Volunteer Fire Company was killed... more »

  PcFilms wrote:

City Search and Rescue in cooperation with other amazing charities went above and beyond the call of duty after Hurricane Ian devastated the West Coast of Florida. I can't say enough good things about this Non-Profit Charity and the others who helped.... more »

  John Martin wrote:

This is also the Military Family Assistance Paks. I sent them money in March 2011. In early May 2011, I got a letter filled with trinkets and address labels and was chastised for not having contributed to thier mission in quite a while! The opening to... more »

  jesshibb wrote:

My first donation to this nonprofit was for its first project -- Assisting families and pets in need after Hurricane Katrina. I'm pleased to see that the organization has remained active since then. more »

  Frank.S. wrote:

The Counterterrorism Institute works with local, national, and international leaders and organizations to advance a two-part counterterrorism strategy. The first being the elimination of the current terrorist threat, and the second being the identification... more »

  wearevertheweather wrote:

I am always thirsting for knowledge, so I love to visit museums, especially new and interesting ones. Originally there to do research for my website WeareverTheWeather.com, I was very pleasantly surprised with my experience. The amount of information... more »

  angelamariaotg wrote:

As the Founder of Off-The-Grid Missions, I have witnessed firsthand how we work to fill the gap in Disaster Response for Deaf and Disabled people (and their families) globally. Our team tackles unique, difficult, and oftentimes dangerous challenges... more »

  Jamie Aitchison wrote:

Stray Central makes a tremendously positive difference for cats in their community. Not only do they work hard to find forever homes for adoptable cats, they also provided permenant sanctuary for cats with serious medical, emotional or behavioral problems.... more »

  Rich Pyorre wrote:

This organization could be the model for other cities and areas to follow. If you like your contributions well spent, and who doesn't, then look at what this organization has accomplished. It is all volunteer, no paid staff, so virtually everything contributed... more »

  NJRigg wrote:

The Higgins and Langley Memorial and Education Fund sponsors many worthy programs, including the Higgins & Langley Memorial Awards in Swiftwater Rescue. These awards honor outstanding achievement in the technical rescue discipline of swiftwater and flood... more »

  Lisa N Lee S. wrote:

We have hauled loads of hay into the Midwest Flooding with Trucks With Room To Spare. It is an awesome organization with caring people, doing whatever they can to help fellow Americans when they need it most. more »

  megert wrote:

I deployed to Haiti with a WCC team shortly after the earthquake in January 2012. The strength of this organizational culture is its emphasis on doing meaningful support in a chaotic environment. The main effort of this deployment was to find and organize... more »

  Gabrielle5 wrote:

I had no idea how profound the power of presence is until I became a volunteer for TIP of Northern Nevada. I was always the one who had a wealth of 'good ideas' on 'how to help' when friends or family were faced with trauma or tragedy. Turns out, I... more »

  sbublitz09 wrote:

The LCHS is such a wonderful organization! We rescued our ‘little’ Meadow from here and they couldn’t have been better! She was such a fantastic fit for our family and now gets spoiled at our new home in Tennessee! more »

  smayernik wrote:

I have been working with Mustangs To The Rescue (MTTR) since 2012. MTTR is an incredible organization that was established to help prevent abuse, neglect and abandonment of at-risk horses. We work with community members, as well as local, state and... more »

  Kelbelz wrote:

Jesus Real has changed the lives of thousands of people by making a difference in their lives of donating items such as wheelchairs, crutches, P.E.T. Wheelchairs, school supplies, and computers. I have been working with Jesus Real on a Shoe Drive Campaign... more »

  tammyw wrote:

Although Oak Grove Center for Education Treatment & the Arts serves 160 children and youth on a school day, and 76 live on campus in our residential programs, we did not have an AED. Thanks to the generosity and vision of Bob Roy, founder of the Travis... more »

  iknowher wrote:

Noah's Wish had many trouble in 2005 due to Board inadequacies mostly - they allowed their Director to pilfer funds and claimed they had no idea it was going on...but if they did their job they would have known. The Director was mildly punished but the... more »

  bbbd4u wrote:

I have been involved with this wonderful cooperation since the year it was found back in 2012. We have been able to provide assistance to law enforcement in the state of WI for ground support/IC. We have also provided help to hundreds of family's of the... more »

  Stevie B. wrote:

Perfect and well put together Agency that is very family orientated! more »

  Writer wrote:

Atlantic Life Safety is a top notch organization. Ever since volunteering to serve on the Board of Director, I have watched this agency bloom into one of the most organized and professionally run teams that I have ever had the privilege to work with.... more »

  tsarlitto wrote:

Working with Anemoi during Hurricane Idalia was a terrific experience. Very professional. more »

  craig newmark wrote:

These guys do great work relating to volunteerism in the US, with AllForGood.org in the fold, become the pre-eminent organization. more »

  SonomaFISH wrote:

FISH is a unique organization because it consists of ALL volunteers,not a single salaried position! FISH provides food, rides, clothing and rental/utility assistance to the Sonoma Valley community. A single telephone call connects those in need with... more »

  substantialdonor wrote:

There is a deep concern by some donors that the vast majority of the donations being collected by this non-profit are not being used for the intended purposes, but are instead being used to fund personal travel and other expenses of the staff. There... more »

  cutestbeth1 wrote:

They are a great organization. They are there when you need them. They help with all their equipment they have. more »

  Jenny888 wrote:

I have served on the board of The Horse Shelter since 2004 and I know for a fact what an amazing organization this truly is. Our overhead expenses are kept incredibly low so the largest percentage of dollars possible is used to benefit the horses. We... more »

  TaylorRj wrote:

I joined Harris County Precinct One CERT team about a year ago. Not knowing what to exspect. A pleasant surprise seeing how I like to give back to my community. It has been very rewarding for me to know that I can help others. Combined with Community... more »

  Jane47 wrote:

Although a "work in progress" Tuesday's Children has been a constant in my life for the past decade. As a family member I know that I can pick up the phone, eleven years later, and ask any question. It has always been an organization that has listened... more »

  Writer wrote:

After spending over a week on the ground in Zambia with the Lifeline Energy team, I am more committed than ever to doing everything I can for this outstanding organization. Seeing the passion and the expertise of their CEO in the field first hand, not... more »

  ppine wrote:

For some time, Helga Luest and Witness Justice have shined a focused and intensive light on the need for this country and elsewhere to address issues of justice for those abused -- emotionally, physically, sexually. The organization has provided creative... more »

  Palomino wrote:

Least Resistance Training Concepts is an awesome organization based in Stagecoach, NV. They provide continued education and mentoring, training assistance to the adopters of horses, wild and otherwise. Some of the members of this organization participate... more »

  mobileUser658893 wrote:

The Hub Angels go above and beyond to make sure no one is left behind. They all truly care about everyone and always make you feel welcome. I think they definitely need help financially since they don't get grants or monetary donations and they definitely... more »

  Ironhart wrote:

Worked with them for years Great group of volunteers more »

  msbmoran wrote:

Operation TeddyCare was a family-based charity that ran for 20 years and distributed about 100,000 new plush Teddy Bears donated by the public to victims of crime, war, natural and manmade disasters. The IRS set up a program requiring small charities... more »

  reno007 wrote:

CERT is a 100% volunteer organization that trains volunteers to be prepared to help their families, neighbors, and the community in the event of a natural disaster or emergency situation. Funds donated to CERT support supplies needed in the event of a... more »

  ChangeMaker wrote:

I volunteered for the ARC when I was between jobs. I worked in the community outreach program based in Fairfax. The people in the office were lovely! They were also very dedicated to their jobs and their cause. At the time I organized the storage closet... more »

  none wrote:

I was out on the Ohio River with my family My wife and 4 children when our boat broke down. the part of the river we were on is not used by many boaters so we set waiting for another boater come by and help After waiting over an hour and a half I used... more »

  Felicia N. wrote:

Being a mother of 4, and a grandmother , of 11, i really truly know what it means to struggle to stretch a dollar ! Sometimes you have to choose a bill over , food , or food over lights, or whatever ! One thing is for sure , there were charities out there... more »

  Robin24 wrote:

Great work by a dedicated group of people. They are providing a needed service/education to a crucial part of our emergency response agencies. more »

  Ron_Ellis wrote:

A great organization, unique in that it's service model that first qualifies recipients needs and then works with congregation member volunteers to get those needs meet. Recipients are almost always grateful for the services they receive. Service teams... more »

  grievingkids wrote:

"The gift that Amy possesses for motivational and inspirational leadership is singular and rare. She is is the perfect blend of the practical, the charismatic and the visionary attributes necessary for bringing together groups and people from all walks... more »

  Fraud Squad TV wrote:

Great organization. We are working on possible opportunities to help educate the public about emerging fraud risks. Pleasure to work with. more »

  sonyadave1 wrote:

Voice of a Child is an exceptional team of committed volunteers. They are small, yet accomplish a lot for their constituents. There use of funds is also unparalleled. more »

  jayppatel wrote:

BAPS Charities is a global charity that aims to express a spirit of selfless service through Health Awareness, Educational Services, Humanitarian Relief, Environmental Protection & Preservation and Community Empowerment. The work is managed and run by... more »

  Ernie C. wrote:

Past member of this great group of volunteers that rescues lost and missing children, Alzheimer patients, folks that get turned around because they trust their GPS units, which they shouldn't do! RVSAR is one of the top units in the State of Oregon and... more »

  wfhumphrey wrote:

The Virginia Beach Police Foundation is an all volunteer organization engaged in raising funds to build a suitable memorial to law enforcemenr officers killed in the line of duty in the City of Virginai Beach. No paid solicitors are used by the Foundation. more »

  berkeleyprep wrote:

This is a great organization that teaches you how to prepare for disasters. Their focus is on mentoring neighborhoods to get organized, so that neighbors can help each other immediately after a big disaster, such as the next major earthquake on the Hayward... more »

  Neeve S. wrote:

The special training of these dogs are a great service to individuals & the community. more »

  Casco100 wrote:

Great WEATHER EVENT updates. These guys know what they're talking about when it comes to the WEATHER. more »

  Erick H. wrote:

The American Police Assistance Foundation's IRS tax status IS NOT revoked. Per the IRS (IRS employee John Riley #1000144786) the required tax forms were filed electronically in Sept. 2010. The IRS incorrectly revoked the APAF's tax exemption status. It... more »

  OldBoss wrote:

This organization supports the activities of citizens trained in the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). Their website is here: https://www.dallascert.org/ more »

  Dan P.2 wrote:

The spirit which has built our community reflects the energy which creates Laveen's unique character and it's sense of magic and wonder. As a community held by fellowship and goodwill, Laveen has become "home" to many who love it dearly. Celebrating... more »

  andy7767 wrote:

Always ready to help and serve the needy. Blessed to have this team around us always. more »

  drjfkreagan.com wrote:

An EXCELLENT Charity that rescues so many Animals that otherwise would likely die in disaster stricken areas. Am honored to be a regular donor to their cause. Most recently they were rescuing animals stranded in the Texas and Florida floods from the... more »

  Creatures423 wrote:

Had a lot of fun. Enjoy working with children. Very worthwhile organization more »

  mikewilson wrote:

This is a great way to assist the less fortunate children of Columbus and Bartholomew county. Last year the Columbus Fireman's Cheer Fund was able to obtain toys for 1443 Children. We also secured 200 food baskets for the elderly. We are in our 79th year... more »

  lhealy wrote:

Programs from this company are user friendly and necessary investigative tools. more »

  dlgheard wrote:

Client not served would be more like it. This organization asked us to apply and then denied aid. With no explanation as to why or questions asked in the process. After the Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill we applied for aid from this relief org a leg of our... more »

  list4545 wrote:

I have been watching Search and Rescue Ohio for a long time. They do a wonderful job informing the public about missing persons and general education. I love their tip photos and the care they put into each missing person. Keep up the wonderful work that... more »

  hassansyed66 wrote:

ISIS has developed a huge network of likeminded organizations, collectively working to improve our knowledge about animals to support the wider conservation goals. Their registry of animals, living in Aquariums and Zoos, is a vital tool for all animal... more »

  only4dfo wrote:

I am form president of this organization. The group was dissolved in early 2001 by its Board of Directors (I was not present at the dissolution meeting). I would have assumed that its tax-exempt status would have been cancelled at that time. While... more »

  mobileUser387610 wrote:

Kids love the whole operation! more »

  Shelly9 wrote:

I have been blessed to be a part of LLP and to see first hand how the generosity of the volunteer pilots has helped hundreds of children and adults reach their long distant medical appointments! more »

  Michael390 wrote:

Key members of International Cops For Christ Of Wood County, Ohio, Inc., appear to be connected with efforts by the local sheriff and others in the legal system to obstruct investigation that I, Michael John Lake, was a victim of now convicted felon Scott... more »

  Sherrie Nestor wrote:

I have been helping with the Progressive Ag Safety Days for 17 years. I have presented grain entrapment and tractor rollover safety. The training that they give you and the support after the training is the best I have had. It compares with the Scouting... more »

  migueldetaos wrote:

TaosARC does great work for Taos. They support Taos County, operating the emergency radio network. They provide communications for events in Taos , Fiestas, parades,homecoming and many other events. more »

The mission of the organization is to provide animal rescue, care and re-adoption into loving homes. more »

Rural ambulance service more »

Widows & orphans of fallen aerial firefighters more »

Provide fire protection to all residents in the fire district. more »

The association is dedicated to enhancing and promoting the community known as dumbo ( down under the manhattan bridge overpass)in... more »

The American Red Cross, a humanitarian organization led by volunteers and guided by its Congressional Charter and the Fundamental... more »

The purpose of the organization is to promote the interests of and facilitate the provision of aid to the families of the victims... more »

Southeast Louisiana (SELA) REACT, Inc. is a public service organization comprised of private radio operators dedicated to serving... more »

To provide a comprehensive support network for people affected by fire in their home. more »

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The organization provides emergency medical service and ambulance transportation to individuals in the berlin pennsylvania area.... more »

The Association of Operations Volunteers is an all volunteer, community-based, non-profit organization dedicated to providing... more »

Lead in the development, availability, implementation and enhancement of a universal emergency telephone number common to all... more »

Emergency and Rescue Services more »

Bexar County REACT was founded in 1997, after splitting off from Guadalupe County REACT in order to better serve our county. ... more »

To provide training when needed to individuals, organization, and agencies in water rescue and medical responses. more »

Motorcycle awareness and safety more »

The Jackie Holden Memorial Foundation was formed in March 2000 in memory of Jackie Holden who died of hypothermia as a result... more »

Fire fighting and emergency response more »

Operating a volunteer fire department more »