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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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Arlington Nonprofits and Charities
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Lucky Dog Animal Rescue
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
4.83582 stars 201 reviews
Adam R. wrote:
I came across Lucky Dog Animal Rescue at an adoption event while shopping for dog food at our local Pet Smart. It was inspiring to talk with the volunteers, adoption coordinators, and dog "foster" parents at the event. My life has not been the same since.... more »
Animals
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Partnership For Food Safety Education
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
4.94972 stars 179 reviews
Kathy60 wrote:
The Partnership for Food Safety Education offers critical information to all of us about how to handle food safely. The simple messages of clean, separate, cook, and chill help us know exactly how we can protect ourselves and our families easily and effectively.... more »
Education
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National Council on Aging
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
4.85366 stars 164 reviews
kns413 wrote:
Great organizatoin that cares about the needs of all older adults and works hard to allow them to live better lives. Support them today! more »
Civil Rights
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MusicLink Foundation
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
4.98765 stars 162 reviews
100741 wrote:
I learned of the MusicLink Foundation at a music EXPO put on by Schmitt Music, in the Minneapolis area. For several years I had wanted to try to teach piano lessons to children from homes who could not afford lessons. But I knew that most did not have... more »
Arts & Culture
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Vida Volunteer
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
4.93827 stars 162 reviews
Sinam wrote:
I had the opportunity to go on a trip to Costa Rica with VIDA as a medical volunteer, and I can positively tell you it was the most amazing experience of my life! The staff were highly friendly and useful (in fact I'm dealing with separation depression... more »
Education
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Oldies But Goodies (OBG) Cocker Rescue
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
4.98742 stars 159 reviews
E F. wrote:
OBG is the best! I adopted in October 2011 and have been serving as a volunteer ever since, helping with adoption shows, temporary fostering, adoption applications, and events. I even knitted hats for OBG to auction off this winter to raise funds for... more »
Animals
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Lost Dog and Cat Rescue Foundation
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
4.74265 stars 136 reviews
sarahbarnett wrote:
I have volunteer with LDCRF for several years, it is a fantastic group, that saves many lives. It always inspires me, the animals that are rescued and find homes - they are all "throwaway dogs and cats." Animals that otherwise would have no chance, and... more »
Animals
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Organization for Autism Research
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
5 stars 130 reviews
Gregory Smith wrote:
My name is Greg Smith, a member of the Organization for Autism Research (OAR) Board of Directors and the parent of a child with autism. I am pleased that I have an opportunity to talk about OAR. I have been involved with OAR for almost 10 years and... more »
Disabilities
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Tragedy Assistance Program For Survivors
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
4.79832 stars 119 reviews
Ann_38 wrote:
Having been a volunteer for 6+ years, have served in a variety of positions. I believe in what TAPS stands for, in their methods of service and in the staff and volunteers they work with. Their MENTOR Program is the best and strongly believe it serves... more »
Mental Health
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International Anti-Poaching Foundation (IAPF)
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
4.94828 stars 116 reviews
KimMcCoy wrote:
As a professional who works each day on African conservation, I know first hand the severe threats faced by African wildlife and habitats. Global criminal networks profit from illegally slaughtering keystone species like rhinos, elephants, and lions in... more »
Animals
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Institute For Justice
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
4.95455 stars 88 reviews
Jason R. wrote:
The Institute For Justice truly lives up to its name. This is not a free market think tank. This is a group of (very polite) legal brawlers who take their fight all the way to the Supreme Court on the behalf of the people who get crushed under the government's... more »
Civil Rights
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US Naval Sea Cadet Corps
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
4.90805 stars 87 reviews
Amy_298 wrote:
Best organization for teaching young people about leadership, service and responsibility. more »
Children & Youth
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ProInspire
- Location:
- Arlington , VA
4.84884 stars 86 reviews
ntakamine wrote:
I have the great pleasure of being both a beneficiary and a Board member of ProInspire. When I decided to make a shift in my career to use my business education and experience to create social value, the ProInspire Fellowship was exactly what I needed.... more »
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NatureServe
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
4.925 stars 80 reviews
ecorob wrote:
As a professional ecologist and advocate for biological diversity, I rely on and desperately need good quality data when commenting on federal and state proposals that could negatively impact the environment and species of concern. NatureServe is the... more »
Animals
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Asthma & Allergy Foundation of America National
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
5 stars 53 reviews
tringm wrote:
Fantastic FREE resource for my family, living with asthma and food allergies for years. more »
Health
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REACH for Uganda
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
4.97917 stars 48 reviews
Veee wrote:
Arlington Academy of Hope (AAH) is a phenomenal organization doing top rate education and health work in rural Uganda, one of the poorest countries in the world. They work in one of the poorest parts of Uganda, a remote area with dirt roads, little electricity,... more »
Education
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United Service Organizations Inc
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
2.58696 stars 46 reviews
migrono wrote:
While I think that the purpose of the USO and some of the support that it gives military families is highly commendable, as a donor I have to say I am very disappointed with their practices. I give to the USO in my name, and last year made a $5 donation... more »
Veterans
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Nature Conservancy, Inc.
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
2.95556 stars 45 reviews
Simak wrote:
TNC has consistently operated and worked toward its mission over many years. Check it out and if its goals match yours, then join and help become a steward of the earth. more »
Environment
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Arlington Neighborhood Village
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
5 stars 31 reviews
Connie Sorrentino wrote:
I have been a volunteer with Arlington Neighborhood Village (ANV) since its inception in 2014. ANV provides many services to senior citizens who are aging in place. I have served as a driver and a friendly visitor and always enjoyed my time with the... more »
Human Services
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The Conservation Fund
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
4.87097 stars 31 reviews
Naturegal wrote:
Last year The Conservation Fund bought 766 acres near Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge on the Eastern Shore of Maryland so it could be sold to the government and made part of the refuge. Today that transfer was officially announced, and we thank The... more »
Environment
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Encore Stage & Studio Inc
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
5 stars 30 reviews
gpelusi wrote:
I joined the board last September, after reconnecting with Encore after many years. I was a participant in Encore's program's when I was growing up. I participated in the Stage Door summer camp as a young person, I performed on the stage in shows, and... more »
Arts & Culture
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The Kwek Society
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
5 stars 26 reviews
Jenn R.1 wrote:
Wyoming Indian Schools is located on the Wind River Indian Reservation in central Wyoming. We are the largest preK-12th grade school on the reservation. Partnering in June 2019 with Kwek has helped young women have access to personal health care products... more »
Health
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Amazon Conservation Team
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
4.92 stars 25 reviews
jwhit1989 wrote:
I love the work that ACT does to protect our global environment and natural resources. At the rate that deforestation is taking place, we depend on organizations such as these to go to bat to preserve nature's beauty more »
Technology
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Arlington Free Clinic, Inc.
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
4.95455 stars 22 reviews
john81 wrote:
As a long-term financial donor (from the clinic's early years) and as a public health professional, I feel that the Arlington Free Clinic has done an exceptional job at serving the local community in a cost efficient manner. Since their early days working... more »
Mental Health
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Travelers United, Inc.
- Location:
- Arlington, VA
4.61905 stars 21 reviews
debir wrote:
I am amazed at the work what this organization has accomplished in a relatively short period of time. It's just good to know there are people like those at Travelers United who really care about what matters to the consumer who has to deal with more... more »
Sports
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