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Pet Assistance, Inc.
Pet Assistance is an amazing organization that helped us save the life of our beloved German Shepherd, Severus. Without the help of people Ruth and organizations like this one, we never would have been... more
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Breath of Hope Inc.
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- Charlottesville, VA
4.40984 stars 61 reviews
megskaggs wrote:
I will never forget the day that I received a care package from Breath of Hope. My son was about 16 days old and fighting for his life. He was born with a congenital diaphragmatic hernia and we received so many thoughtful items in our care packages. I... more »
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Writerhouse, Inc.
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- Charlottesville, VA
4.89655 stars 29 reviews
Sarah H. wrote:
A city trailer park on a hot summer's day, not my idea of fun, but when I heard young writers were gathering there to express themselves about their recent visit to a farm, I said yes. Writing is a second career for this 57 year old, which means re-education,... more »
Arts & Culture
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Virginia Organizing
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- Charlottesville, VA
5 stars 20 reviews
annemck wrote:
If I judged VOP by the quality of personal interactions as a volunteer I've encountered at their headquarters over the years, I would have to give them the whole box of gold stars. Each member of the staff has treated me as someone worth listening to... more »
Civil Rights
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Theological Horizons Inc
- Location:
- Charlottesvle, VA
5 stars 15 reviews
Robert Marsh wrote:
meets a significant need in the world of academia by encouraging students to know what they believe and why they believe, making a faith based life credible, supporting excellence in faith based scholarship, and speaking to the academic world from the... more »
Education
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The Rivanna Conservation Society Inc
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- Charlottesville , VA
4.88889 stars 9 reviews
cymbling wrote:
RCS is a great group. I'm a member. From river clean ups to on-the-ground direct improvements like dam removal and field trips for kids, this group of mostly volunteers gets a lot done on a small budget. Groups like RCS all over the country are responsible... more »
Children & Youth
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International Neighbors
- Location:
- Charlottesvle, VA
5 stars 3 reviews
Becky120 wrote:
International Neighbors is a local nonprofit that serves the refugee & special immigrant community. It works to pair native speakers with refugee families ("Family Friendships"), while also providing refugee families with necessary clothing, household... more »
Philanthropy
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Cfa Institute Research Foundation
- Location:
- Charlottesvle, VA
5 stars 3 reviews
jklement wrote:
In my Career as a financial analyst and consultant to banks and family offices I have repeatedly used the publications of the Research Foundation to develop solutions for our clients. The publications of the Research Foundation have been specifically... more »
Education
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The Organization Of Virginia Homeschoolers
- Location:
- Charlottesvle, VA
5 stars 2 reviews
skipper7916 wrote:
The Organization of Virginia Homeschoolers is fully inclusive, member directed, and run by dedicated volunteers whose only agenda is supporting homeschoolers. Having volunteered with VaHomeschoolers for over 10 years--including six years on the board... more »
Education
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Voices For Animals
- Location:
- Charlottesvle, VA
5 stars 2 reviews
Julie F. wrote:
Voices for Animals is an all-volunteer animal protection organization that's been around since 1984. The reason for its long-term success is the passion and commitment of its volunteers. On a shoe-string budget, Voices for Animals accomplishes more than... more »
Animals
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Ixtatan Foundation
- Location:
- Charlottesvle, VA
5 stars 1 review
asdfjklasdf wrote:
The Ixtatán Foundation is funding and helping to direct a school in a part of Central America that has many, many problems. Despite the large number of issues that confound many organizations that try to help people in foreign countries, however,... more »
International
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Jefferson Area Board For Aging Inc
- Location:
- Charlottesvle, VA
5 stars 1 review
tpinkdog wrote:
I have worked @ JABA and volunteered with them. This is an incredible organization that serves the city and surrounding counties. They have an unending team of resources and a team of generous, gracious volunteers. JABA will always be my “go to”... more »
Human Services
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Enrichment Alliance Of Virginia Inc
- Location:
- Charlottesvle, VA
5 stars 1 review
cshuler wrote:
Our son Kyle, is high-functioning autistic and benefits tremendously from having support with activities that require social interactions. We wanted him to be able to participate in an art camp that his brother attends and the Enrichment Alliance of Virginia... more »
Arts & Culture
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Insight Meditation Community Of Charlottesville
- Location:
- Charlottesvle, VA
5 stars 1 review
fredmva wrote:
Weekly meetings on Tuesday evenings for guided meditation and a presentation. Teachers are superb - gentle, experienced, caring. Attendance is free, with donations encouraged. Also offers short courses at introductory and intermediate levels, and retreats.... more »
Religion
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Dementia Action Alliance
- Location:
- Charlottesvle, VA
5 stars 1 review
Writer wrote:
Super easy process to make a contribution to support this important work. more »
Civil Rights
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Free Enterprise Forum
- Location:
- Charlottesvle, VA
5 stars 1 review
Plumbing Opalocka wrote:
Opalocka Plumbing has established itself as a logo of faith and firmness in the sector of affordable plumbing solutions. Opalocka Plumbing is a branded plumbing portal specially designed for business services fantasy having tremendous footholds in affordable... more »
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Core Knowledge Foundation
- Location:
- Charlottesvle, VA
5 stars 1 review
elie wrote:
The Core Knowledge Foundation has proven to be what I consider a top contender in the world of K-12 education reform. This non-profit organization, and it's founder E.D. Hirsch, Jr, will very likely go down in history as having had the greatest impact... more »
Civil Rights
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Air Mix Virginia
- Location:
- Charlottesvle, VA
5 stars 1 review
1jaguar1 wrote:
Been listening to 101.3 Jamz since it started and would like to continue listening to local music and the DJs. The best radio station ! more »
Arts & Culture
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Cfa Institute
- Location:
- Charlottesvle, VA
5 stars 1 review
Barnard wrote:
Excellent Organization - Kurt Schacht continues to advance the institutions impact upon alternative investment and asset managers more »
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Congregation Beth Israel
- Location:
- Charlottesvle, VA
5 stars 1 review
lisacolton wrote:
I am commonly heard saying this congregation is the best local Jewish community outside of Jerusalem. Members take ownership for the richness and vibrancy of the community and programs, support each other inside and outside of the building, and are thinking... more »
Education
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Monticello High School Music Boosters Inc
- Location:
- Charlottesvle, VA
4 stars 1 review
breretonamyva wrote:
This group supporting the Monticello High School Marching Band and Music Program works diligently to promote music in the schools. With the new band director, Ben Reed, on board to expand the options of fundraising, the group has begun a 5k and "Tag Day",... more »
Education
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Epilepsy Foundation Of Virginia
- Location:
- Charlottesvle, VA
4 stars 1 review
stopseizure wrote:
I was desperate when my employer tried to fire me. EFVA came out to give a training about seizures and helped me get medication temporarily more »
Health
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Robert Ford Haitian Orphanage & School Foundation
- Location:
- Charlottesvle, VA
5 stars 1 review
vadude wrote:
The Ford Haitian Orphanage and School is a wonderful place to visit and work. You see very happy children in school, at play, and learning. The environment is excellent including provision of a full lunch to every student and, of course, several meals... more »
Education
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Basset Rescue Of Old Dominion Inc
- Location:
- Charlottesville, VA
5 stars 1 review
southerngrace wrote:
We wanted a basset so we went to rescue and found BROOD --- we then welcomed Willie , the rescue had done the most wonderful job with him and after we volunteered to help Brood out --(we moved and are no longer able to help)--- what we came to realize... more »
Animals
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Association Of Military Legal Administrators
- Location:
- Charlottesvle, VA
5 stars 1 review
Jim_S wrote:
Carl Rickert, a retired Army warrant officer, died in September at 46. Her left behind a loving family but his 12 year old son, Aaron, was especially devastated. Carl taught his son about service through church and very active participation in Boy Scouts.... more »
Veterans
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BUILDING GOODNESS FOUNDATION
- Location:
- Charlottesville, VA
5 stars 1 review
Matthew_W wrote:
I grew up poor and went to college to get a degree in finance. My dad was a high school dropout and I was so proud to get into a top-notch university that was well known for being a pipeline to Wall Street, but my plans changed after a disheartening... more »
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