Bethesda Nonprofits and Charities

Yellow Ribbon Fund Inc

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Bethesda, MD

4.98558 stars 208 reviews

brad1 wrote:

I worked with this TREMENDOUS foundation to coordinate a tour for wounded soldiers/their family members at the Hershey Plant I work at. The coordination this group made for this trip was excellent and I was proud to work with them for an amazing tour... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Veterans

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Hydrocephalus Association

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Bethesda, MD

4.98291 stars 117 reviews

Team Hope wrote:

This is why our family volunteers as WALK Chairs for the WNY Hydrocephalus Association WALK. Joining other families with the same goal...to find a cure and raise Hydrocephalus Awareness. Our family and the Hydrocephalus Association supports Baby HOPE's... more »

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Top Rated Awards 2025

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Bethesda, MD

Health

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Mobile Medical Care, Inc. (MobileMed)

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Bethesda, MD

4.93548 stars 62 reviews

linorrin wrote:

"I want to be sure you know what incredible staff and volunteer doctors you have at MobileMed. I'm very fortunate and grateful to be under your care. Thank you for all you do for me and all your patients." more »

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Bethesda, MD

Health

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Starfleet Service Dogs, Inc.

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Bethesda, MD

4.53333 stars 60 reviews

Noelle R. wrote:

Starfleet Service Dogs was my third attempt to get a service dog. I first fell for a scam and second, adopted a dog who had to be put down due to a staph infection in his brain. All that pain was worth it to get to Starfleet and to Antares. I've only... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Animals

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Edu-Girls Inc

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Bethesda, MD

5 stars 58 reviews

RRaghavendran wrote:

Edu-GIRLS is a very committed organization determined to make a difference to the lives of poor and underprivileged girls living in slums and laboring under very difficult circumstances. These girls live in abject poverty and have to struggle to even... more »

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Bethesda, MD

International

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Womens Microfinance Initiative Corporation

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Bethesda, MD

5 stars 33 reviews

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 »

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Bethesda, MD

International

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Best Dawg Rescue Inc.

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Bethesda, MD

3.67857 stars 28 reviews

Natalie K. wrote:

DAWG has many devoted volunteers. However, in my experience, they can be unfair and discriminatory in their adoption criteria. They deny many good applications for dogs for purely subjective reasons, such as limited English proficiency, smoking, or no... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Animals

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The Give An Hour Nonprofit

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Bethesda, MD

4.58333 stars 24 reviews

elizabeth11 wrote:

Give An Hour is a critical resource for members of the military, veterans and their loved ones. We know that those who experience combat return home facing significant challenges including mental health issues and there are simply not enough mental health... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Mental Health

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Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network

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Bethesda, MD

4.86364 stars 22 reviews

Diana Freeman wrote:

When undergoing treatment for bladder cancer, this non-profit was the only place that gave me professional and precise information about what I was going to face during my surgery, chemo and life after treatment. The best part is I get continued... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Health

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Bridges From School to Work

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Bethesda, MD

5 stars 21 reviews

aehudson wrote:

I have been involved with the Bridges From School to Work Program for a number of years, and had the opportunity to witness first hand the critical work they do helping students transition to the workforce. more »

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Bethesda, MD

Job Training

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National Capital Area Council Boy Scouts of America

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Bethesda, MD

4.73684 stars 19 reviews

SMBill wrote:

This is a good organization. There are times where I think the NCAC staff could be more responsive or helpful, but this is a very large organization so answers to questions cannot always be immediate. Fact is, everyone believes in the program. more »

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Bethesda, MD

Children & Youth

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CureSearch for Children's Cancer

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, MD

5 stars 18 reviews

Wendy Marecle wrote:

Awesome organization dedicated to researching the cure and better treatments for our kids. The treatments currently can be so damaging to these little kids bodies, not to mention all the little ones that lose their lives to cancer every year. This organization... more »

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, MD

Health

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Cornerstone Montgomery, Inc.

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Bethesda, MD

3.9375 stars 16 reviews

GB1981 wrote:

I think that cornerstone is an exceptional organization. I have been with cornerstone for a very long time, and they have been very helpful to me. more »

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Bethesda, MD

Mental Health

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The Stiff Person Syndrome Research Foundation Inc

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Bethesda, MD

5 stars 15 reviews

CWellsSPSRF wrote:

I've worked for more than 20 years in the nonprofit sector and can say with confidence that it has been an absolute pleasure being involved with such a driven organization! Their mission is clear and the work that supports their mission is intentional... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Health

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Farm Animal Reform Movement Inc

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Bethesda, MD

4.85714 stars 14 reviews

patti3 wrote:

FARM holds the vision of a compassionate world that includes kindness to all animals. Their postcards, posters, support and vision have helped make Meat Out a success for my community year after year. Especially now, with so called more »

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Bethesda, MD

Animals

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Cystic Fibrosis Foundation Headquarters

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Bethesda, MD

3.64286 stars 14 reviews

Lora Godfrey wrote:

The amount of forward movement in management and potential cures have offered a very difficult disease and piece of hope. My daughter has CF and she is doing fantastic. When she wasn't we were able to turn it around from the treatments that the research... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Health

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Collegiate Directions, Inc.

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Bethesda, MD

5 stars 14 reviews

Phung T. wrote:

As a student who has been a part of Collegiate Directions, Inc. (CDI) for over two years now, I must say that this non-profit organization has helped me in so many ways. I got involved with CDI as a junior in high school, and I'm still an active member... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Education

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Hope Connections for Cancer Support

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Bethesda, MD

4.53846 stars 13 reviews

charmaineciardi wrote:

I CAME TO THE WELLNESS COMMUNITY FULL OF FEAR AND ANGER SWIRLING AROUND A SCARY DIAGNOSIS OF ADVANCED CANCER. THE STAFF WAS IMMEDIATELY WELCOMING, WARM, AND HELPFUL. I HAVE PARTICIPATED IN SUPPORT GROUPS, EDUCATIONAL/MEDICAL/NUTRITIONAL PROGRAMS, THERAPEUTIC... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Mental Health

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Rock Creek Conservancy

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Bethesda, MD

4.53846 stars 13 reviews

Beth34 wrote:

The Rock Creek Extreme Cleanup is fabulous! Hundreds of people come out, and I love being part of an effort that makes a difference right here in the Washington area. It's easy to get discouraged, but Rock Creek Conservancy makes me feel part of a wonderful... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Environment

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Tracy's Kids, Inc.

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Bethesda, MD

5 stars 13 reviews

mahinojosa wrote:

Our daughter was an intern/volunteer at Tracy’s Kids this summer, what she came away with was a valuable life lesson that few teenagers witness…it’s the simple things in life that are the most extraordinary. Karen witnessed firsthand the incredible... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Cancer

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Minaret of Freedom Institute

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Bethesda, MD

4.33333 stars 12 reviews

Alan Eggers wrote:

One of the most narrow minded and Koran twisting intstitutions in the world. The Minaret of Freedom seeks to twist the Holy Koran into the form of the philosophy of Ayn Rand. more »

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Bethesda, MD

Civil Rights

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Building Futures Project, Inc.

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Bethesda, MD

5 stars 12 reviews

hanels wrote:

I had a great experience with Building Futures Project. As a 15 year educator, I was thrilled at the amount of prep materials and lessons they supplied. While in El Salvador we completed meaningful service that also connected us to the people of the... more »

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Top Rated Awards 2024

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Bethesda, MD

Economic Development

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American Alliance for Theatre and Education

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Bethesda, MD

5 stars 11 reviews

MichaelBobbitt wrote:

AATE is a fabulous organization which merges and celebrates the cross pollination of Theatre and Edcucation across the country. In addition, it's annual conference brings together theatre practicioners from all over the world, so that we can assist in... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Arts & Culture

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Bethesda Cares Inc

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Bethesda, MD

4.77778 stars 9 reviews

Intern wrote:

I have been working for Bethesda Cares since September of 2010. In that time, I've had the opportunity to find permanent houses for some of our clients. I was able to fill out the housing applications with my clients, help them through the interview process,... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Homeless & Housing

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The Children's Inn at NIH

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Bethesda, MD

5 stars 8 reviews

Silvia L. wrote:

I came to NIH some years ago with my son who had a life-threatening disease and I didn't know what to expect or where we were going to stay while under treatment. Well, we were welcomed to stay at The Children's Inn at NIH and I just couldn't believe... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Health

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The Wellness Community - Greater Washington, DC

Location:

Bethesda, MD

5 stars 5 reviews

Bernie Robinson wrote:

The Wellness Community-Greater Washington-DC helps those with cancer and caregivers develop personalized workable solutions with which to lead fuller lives. The experienced staff answers our questions, gives us confidence, and helps us and our families... more »

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Bethesda, MD

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Bethesda Green

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Bethesda, MD

5 stars 5 reviews

EH20814 wrote:

A very ambitious venture to try to make Bethesda, MD the greenest community in America. Starting with purely community involvement and a shoestring budget, BG has already made an imact in its first year of operation. The orgnaization shows much promise... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Environment

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Brain Wellness Fund

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Bethesda, MD

5 stars 4 reviews

PTSDSurvivor wrote:

I have been involved in raising money for this charity for approximately a year. Their support of a revolutionary technique to treat victims of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Traumatic Brain Injury, and Military Sexual Trauma has been amazing. They... more »

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Bethesda, MD

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THE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF NIGERIA FOUNDATION

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Bethesda, MD

3.66667 stars 3 reviews

Upong wrote:

American University of Nigeria is not a qualifying organization under IRC 170(C)(2). Donated money is not tax deductible given the organization is not situated in the USA. Don't give to this bogus organization or opportunistic cause. The President who... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Education

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Just Tryan It

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Bethesda, MD

5 stars 3 reviews

Writer wrote:

JUST TRYAN IT is an amazing organization that gets kids involved young in the world of triathlons and in the world of giving. My boys have participated in the last two years, and understand how fortunate they are to be in a position to fundraise and give... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Philanthropy

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Mentorprize Incorporated

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Bethesda, MD

5 stars 1 review

DebBoedicker wrote:

MentorPrize changes lives, focusing on closing the mentoring gap with disadvantaged youth in the Greater DC area. It's a great way to give back to our community! I have been involved with MentorPrize since they began in 2015 and I have seen first-hand... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Philanthropy

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Sionnes Heart Inc

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Bethesda, MD

5 stars 1 review

sook9 wrote:

Sionne’s Heart is an amazing organization that provides safety, security, and a voice for those without from any and all walks of life. A remarkable nonprofit that has made and continues to make a tremendous impact in the lives of those in need. more »

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Bethesda, MD

Children & Youth

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Ket Doan Association

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Bethesda, MD

5 stars 1 review

memorex wrote:

KDA has been around for more than 10 years, and they have been very active with helping out the homeless and the elderly community. Each member is truly amazing, as they put in their time and effort to cook or buy something (out of their own pocket) and... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Arts & Culture

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NATIONAL ALLIANCE FOR CAREGIVING

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Bethesda, MD

5 stars 1 review

Elizabeth128 wrote:

I go to this agency for education, research data collection, professional support and education. More importantly active uptodate information that affects caregivers in today's world to either provide information, resources to both family caregivers,... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Human Services

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The Mindfulness Center Inc

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Bethesda, MD

0 stars 0 reviews

To promote health and self-healing for individuals and the community, through charitable, educational and research programs in... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Human Services

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Neilom Foundation Inc

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Bethesda, MD

0 stars 0 reviews

To leverage the transformative power of mentoring and education through awards and grants that recognize, encourage and empower... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Philanthropy

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Islamic-American Zakat Foundation

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Bethesda, MD

0 stars 0 reviews

Our mission is to provide assistance for food, shelter, clothing, and transportation for the poor and needy, orphans, wayfares,... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Philanthropy

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Harwood Institute for Public Innovation

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Bethesda, MD

0 stars 0 reviews

The Harwood Institute for Public Innovation is a non-profit, non-partisan organization that seeks to spark fundamental change... more »

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Bethesda, MD

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Htp Homes Inc

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Bethesda, MD

0 stars 0 reviews

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Bethesda, MD

Economic Development

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Aplastic Anemia and MDS International Foundation

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Bethesda, MD

0 stars 0 reviews

To support patients, families and caregivers coping with aplastic anemia, mds, pnh and related bone marrow failure diseases by... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Health

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Abaco Strong Inc

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Bethesda, MD

0 stars 0 reviews

Rebuilding sustainable businesses and communities in Abaco more »

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Bethesda, MD

International

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Physician Scientist Support Foundation

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Bethesda, MD

0 stars 0 reviews

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Bethesda, MD

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The Barker Adoption Foundation

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Bethesda, MD

0 stars 0 reviews

The barker adoption foundation provides life-long services for all in the adoption constellation and advocates for ethical, respectful,... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Children & Youth

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NATIONAL CENTER FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

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Bethesda, MD

0 stars 0 reviews

Our mission is to create total, healthy living environments for vulnerable children, youth, and families, and the quality of life... more »

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Bethesda, MD

Children & Youth

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