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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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Charleston Nonprofits and Charities
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![CHARLESTON ANIMAL SOCIETY]()
CHARLESTON ANIMAL SOCIETY
- Location:
- North Charleston, SC
4.92377 stars 446 reviews
Arthur Ellis wrote:
I volunteer approximately eight hours per week. I clean dog cages and kennels, walk dogs and prepare the "floor" for the opening of the shelter. I work along side kennel technicians and get a first hand view of the kind of treatment rendered to the dogs.... more »
Animals
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Pet Helpers Inc
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
4.90909 stars 55 reviews
Brooke Asbury wrote:
As a "forever" shelter, this company goes above and beyond to ensure that not only are those donating their time and money are thoughtfully acknowledged, but also that those new pet parents are given every tool to succeed. Pet Helpers has opened... more »
Animals
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![Clear Cell Sarcoma Foundation for (formerly Saras Cure)]()
Clear Cell Sarcoma Foundation for (formerly Saras Cure)
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
5 stars 38 reviews
ericajg07 wrote:
I’m not even sure how to put into words what Sara’s Cure did for me in the darkest days of my life! They are truly soldiers in this war on CCS! I was diagnosed in the summer of 2019. I had surgery then went through intense radiation only to find out... more »
Health
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![Engaging Creative Minds]()
Engaging Creative Minds
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
5 stars 35 reviews
MusicalWires wrote:
Engaging Creative Minds is an outstanding organization that brings the arts into schools. As a partner I am fortunate to share my art form (music) and my love of technology to provide students with STEAM education supported by ECM.The staff is supportive... more »
Education
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![Threshold Repertory Theatre]()
Threshold Repertory Theatre
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
4.91304 stars 23 reviews
Caroline21 wrote:
I had the luck on seeing many shows at the Threshold their first season but my favorite by far was the Robbers Bridgegroom. Amazing costumes, amazing set and the actors and actresses were amazing. After seeing that show, I was hooked. I'm a Threahold... more »
Arts & Culture
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![Wings for Kids]()
Wings for Kids
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
4.94737 stars 19 reviews
ginny wrote:
There is so much positive energy at WINGS. The first thing that grabbed my attention was the sense of community that everyone shares. I honestly have not seen an after school program like this before. Everyone is having fun - even the staff. Definitely... more »
Children & Youth
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![We Are Sharing Hope SC]()
We Are Sharing Hope SC
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
5 stars 9 reviews
runway2009 wrote:
As a Volunteer and Family Donor Recipient, I cannot give We Are Sharing Hope SC enough accolades. My Brother is a two-time Liver recipient, and We Are Sharing Hope handled all the logistics to ensure everything was handled and taken care of when a Donor... more »
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![Palmetto Medical Initiative]()
Palmetto Medical Initiative
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
5 stars 8 reviews
jj wrote:
I have traveled to Africa (Uganda) with this group to participate in a medical mission trip, and it was simply outstanding. I highly recommend checking out this group if you are interested in foreign medical missions, tropical disease, international... more »
Health
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Asia Wild
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
4.5 stars 8 reviews
dms765 wrote:
These people work incredibly hard, with outreach programs, education, and rescue of Asiatic bears and work to make a big dent in the dog and cat meat trade. Very sincere. more »
Animals
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FLORENCE CRITTENDON PROGRAMS OF
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
5 stars 6 reviews
ekilcullen wrote:
I volunteered for their annual chili cook-off this year, and witnessed an awesome wave passion by their staff, board, and volunteers. What a wonderful organization benefiting young women and their children with nowhere else to turn. more »
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![Charleston Area Model Railroad Club Inc]()
Charleston Area Model Railroad Club Inc
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
5 stars 4 reviews
Robert M.17 wrote:
My experience with the CAMRC has been great! This club loves working with model trains of all scales and helping anyone with their train issues. The members are great men who love working with model trains and are always willing to help anyone with... more »
Education
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![Carolina Basset Hound Rescue Inc]()
Carolina Basset Hound Rescue Inc
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
5 stars 3 reviews
jjcsandrcs wrote:
CBHR, as it is known to us members, is a non-profit organization that has been in both North and South Carolina for the past 15 years. Its' purpose is to rescue, rehab and re-home Bassets that we find in 'kill' shelters. We are a network of volunteers... more »
Animals
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![Charleston Habitat for Humanity]()
Charleston Habitat for Humanity
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
5 stars 2 reviews
Writer wrote:
The staff is so friendly. They do so much good I think everyone should volunteer with them more »
Homeless & Housing
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![Lowcountry Land Trust Inc]()
Lowcountry Land Trust Inc
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
5 stars 1 review
Land_Trust_Accreditation_Commission wrote:
Lowcountry Open Land Trust is an accredited land trust. Accreditation means Lowcountry Open Land Trust meets national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. Lowcountry Open Land Trust has demonstrated to the... more »
Environment
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![Remember]()
Remember
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
5 stars 1 review
chasgirl wrote:
I have given to Remember for several years. One of the things I appreciate most is that one of the Board members of Remember personally verify every need before they contribute any funds. This ensures that your donation goes to a legitimate need. I... more »
Religion
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![Charleston Area Senior Citizens Services Inc]()
Charleston Area Senior Citizens Services Inc
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
5 stars 1 review
cascsgrants wrote:
Celebrating 50 years of service to Seniors in the Lowcountry! Charleston Area Senior Citizen's Services, Inc. was founded November 29, 1967 and led by founding chairman Nicholas J. Sottile, to help frail impoverished seniors in the Lowcountry. Overseeing... more »
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![Leveling the Fields]()
Leveling the Fields
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
5 stars 1 review
kristans wrote:
I have had the honor of volunteering with this organization since April of 2024. The tiny but mighty core team has big goals and the ambition to get them all fulfilled. Providing access to sports for girls who would otherwise not have the opportunity... more »
Children & Youth
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![Charleston Academy Of Music]()
Charleston Academy Of Music
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
5 stars 1 review
jenh231 wrote:
CAM is MORE than just another music academy. It continuously seeks ways to get involved in community outreach programs and initiatives. Kidzymphony started last year and now has more than 40 children ages 4-5 learning strings and music! CAM reaches out... more »
Arts & Culture
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![South Carolina Coastal Conservation League Inc]()
South Carolina Coastal Conservation League Inc
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
1 stars 1 review
The mission of the coastal conservation league is to protect the natural environment of the south carolina coastal plain and to... more »
Environment
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![South Carolina Advocates For Epilepsy]()
South Carolina Advocates For Epilepsy
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
5 stars 1 review
Chelsea Taylor S. wrote:
I was 18 years old when I was diagnosed with epilepsy. I knew nobody with epilepsy and I thought my life was shattered. Then I discovered this amazing organization. I was able to meet wonderful people who shared similar experiences whom also wanted to... more »
Health
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![Charleston Leaders, Inc]()
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![Chamber Music Charleston]()
Chamber Music Charleston
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
0 stars 0 reviews
Chamber Music Charleston maintains the existing audience for chamber music through concerts of high artistic quality presented... more »
Arts & Culture
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![Family Services, Inc.]()
Family Services, Inc.
- Location:
- North Charleston, SC
0 stars 0 reviews
Since 1888, Family Services, Inc. has been proving that it can! We have remained one of the leading human service companies by... more »
Arts & Culture
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![Synaptic Connections]()
Synaptic Connections
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
0 stars 0 reviews
Synaptic Connections was created to educate the public about the nature of neurological illnesses, and the availability of brain-based... more »
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![Fairewinds Energy Education]()
Fairewinds Energy Education
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
0 stars 0 reviews
Our thorough analysis of community volunteer citizen science, scientific research, and collaboration with nuclear colleagues around... more »
Environment
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![Star Gospel Mission]()
Star Gospel Mission
- Location:
- Charleston , SC
0 stars 0 reviews
Founded in 1904, Star Gospel Mission is Charleston’s oldest independent faith-based charity, dedicated to uplifting those facing... more »
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Arts & Culture
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Education
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![One-Eighty Place]()
One-Eighty Place
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
0 stars 0 reviews
One-eighty place provides food, shelter and hope to end homelessness and hunger one person at a time, one family at a time. more »
Food
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![Historic Charleston Foundation]()
Historic Charleston Foundation
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
0 stars 0 reviews
Historic charleston foundation's mission is to champion the historic authenticity, cultural character, and livability of the charleston... more »
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![Hands Of Christ]()
Hands Of Christ
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
0 stars 0 reviews
The Mission of Hands of Christ is to bring Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) congregations together to meet the basic needs of children... more »
Religion
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![Ancient Free Masons Of South Carolina]()
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![Charleston Good Inc]()
Charleston Good Inc
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
0 stars 0 reviews
CharlestonGOOD is the Lowcountry’s Grassroots Resource & Support Network. Our mission is to develop, support, and promote... more »
Civil Rights
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![Charleston Hope]()
Charleston Hope
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
0 stars 0 reviews
Charleston Hope increases access to mental and behavioral health programs in Title I schools to enhance student well-being. more »
Children & Youth
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![Darkness To Light]()
Darkness To Light
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
0 stars 0 reviews
Our mission is to empower people to prevent child sexual abuse. We believe protecting children is an adult responsibility and... more »
Crime & Law
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![A Longer Table]()
A Longer Table
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
0 stars 0 reviews
A Longer Table’s mission is to advocate with residents for safe and healthy housing, while helping to protect their needs, desires,... more »
Human Services
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![Charleston Research Institute]()
Charleston Research Institute
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
0 stars 0 reviews
The research program of cri is a highly diverse program that is dedicated to finding new, better, and more cost-effective methods... more »
Mental Health
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![Charleston Parks Conservancy]()
Charleston Parks Conservancy
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
0 stars 0 reviews
To increase the quality, awareness, appreciation and usage of charleston's parks and greenspaces. more »
Food
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![CHILDRENS MUSEUM OF THE LOWCOUNTRY]()
CHILDRENS MUSEUM OF THE LOWCOUNTRY
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
0 stars 0 reviews
The Mission of the Children's Museum of the Lowcountry is to spark imagination, stimulate curiosity and encourage problem solving... more »
Arts & Culture
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![Charleston Symphony Orchestra]()
Charleston Symphony Orchestra
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
0 stars 0 reviews
The mission of the charleston symphony orchestra is to enrich the cultural life of south carolina's lowcountry with high-quality... more »
Arts & Culture
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![International Abba Ministries]()
International Abba Ministries
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
0 stars 0 reviews
Religious and educational organization that preaches and teaches the gospel of jesus to aid the sick, suffering, drug, and alcohol... more »
Mental Health
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![Lowcountry Local First]()
Lowcountry Local First
- Location:
- Charleston, SC
0 stars 0 reviews
Lowcountry local first cultivates an economy anchored in local ownership, because local-independent businesses are the foundation... more »
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