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F.I.S.H. of Sanibel-Captiva, Inc
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Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness
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4.97619 stars 168 reviews
hopkin wrote:
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4.96939 stars 98 reviews
smileyguy wrote:
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Prevent Child Abuse America
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4.68966 stars 87 reviews
redbracelet87 wrote:
PCAA implements research and evidence-based practices into the services they provide and the interventions they design. Local chapters creating Parent Circles are making a big impact on the the lives of parents and children who participate. I have had... more »
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Illinois Legal Aid Online
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- Chicago, IL
4.87879 stars 66 reviews
mgibbons1513 wrote:
I have been on the Young Professional's Board at ILAO for 4 years now and have enjoyed every moment! The group's offering is vital to those in Illinois who don't know where to go when they need to navigate a complicated legal system. On top of that,... more »
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CARPLS
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- Chicago, IL
4.7234 stars 47 reviews
Mike_Cramer wrote:
CARPLS is a great non-profit because its volunteers and staff attorneys do so much ... for so many ... with so little! I was on the CARPLS board of directors for eight years. Even though I rolled off the board years ago, I continue to support... more »
Crime & Law
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Save Abandoned Babies Foundation
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- Chicago, IL
5 stars 36 reviews
dr-mike-oster wrote:
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- Chicago, IL
5 stars 7 reviews
terry.larsen wrote:
I know there are a lot of good causes out there, but let me tell you why I donate to CAT. For low income city kids, there are pressures from a lot of directions – and many of them make bad decisions because they’re not aware of all the choices available... more »
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- Chicago, IL
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Olga S.1 wrote:
I have had the pleasure of seeing Allen and Derek speak at 2 events, and of speaking with both of them personally about the issue of child sexual abuse, and I can say that they are doing wonderful things to raise awareness of the issue. Keep up the GREAT... more »
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New Life Centers of Chicagoland NFP
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- Chicago, IL
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Karen183 wrote:
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Chicago Childrens Advocacy Center
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5 stars 2 reviews
Writer wrote:
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4 stars 2 reviews
Ms. Sanders wrote:
As a volunteer and organizer, I am impressed by the personal attention that the agency provides; either through their workshops or office interactions. The staff makes everyone feel comfortable, listens to any concerns and shares information that can... more »
Crime & Law
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Promoting Awareness Victim Empowerment
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- Chicago, IL
5 stars 1 review
franashe wrote:
Led by a vibrant courageous woman, PAVE has led the way for survivors of sexual violence and their families to heal. PAVE has impacted the lives of survivors so much that many of them finally realize that it was not their fault. They have become beacons... more »
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Ascend Justice
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0 stars 0 reviews
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Sargent Shriver National Center On Poverty Law
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Better Government Association
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- Chicago, IL
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Legal Aid Chicago
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Public Interest Law Initiative
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BUILD Incorporated
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0 stars 0 reviews
To engage at-risk youth in the schools and on the streets so they can realize their educational and career potential and contribute... more »
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Reading Between The Lines NFP
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- Chicago, IL
0 stars 0 reviews
Mission Statement: Reading Between the Lines® uses discussion of literature to build critical thinking and communication skills... more »
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![Boxing Out Negativity Inc]()
Boxing Out Negativity Inc
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- Chicago, IL
0 stars 0 reviews
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![We Conquer Non-Profit Organization]()
We Conquer Non-Profit Organization
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- Chicago, IL
0 stars 0 reviews
Our mission is to provide returning citizens with the tools necessary for them to have a quality life after incarceration through... more »
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Inter-Intra Community
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- Chicago, IL
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Our mission is to provide compassionate one-on-one spiritual care to incarcerated Muslims as a complement to existing services... more »
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