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Mountain Faith Mission
MFM is a very special mission. They invest a lot of time and effort into developing their young people’s skills so they can be prepared to go out into the world and make a living when it’s time. Attached... more
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American Writers Museum
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- Chicago, IL
5 stars 4 reviews
Obedi wrote:
The American Writers Museum is a favorite destination of my young kids. We have held play dates and a even a birthday party at the museum. It is wonderful to watch the children engage with the interactive exhibits to learn more about American authors... more »
Arts & Culture
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International Fellowship Of Christians & Jews
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
2.39535 stars 43 reviews
Karen Horning wrote:
I find this organization to be an absolute abomination for the way they prey upon the sick and the elderly for funding. I am a part time care giver for a physically and developmentally disbaled senior. They have bamboozled him out of his inheritence... more »
International
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Woman Made
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
4.87413 stars 143 reviews
andrea2 wrote:
I have been involved with Woman Made for almost 10 years as a visitor, vendor, donor and friend. They are a tremendous resource for womens art in Chicago. Their range is wide and they emmbrace many sorts of art and artists. Their events, open houses and... more »
Civil Rights
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IPaintMyMind
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
5 stars 50 reviews
Henock K. wrote:
Great organization with incredibly creative organizers and artists. Gives local talented Chicago artists the opportunity to share their work in a cool and fun gallery space without the fear of breaking the bank. If I could give it 10 stars I would, no... more »
Arts & Culture
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Cardz for Kidz NFP
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
5 stars 32 reviews
allterrain wrote:
I have been involved with this nonprofit for over two years and look forward to more opportunities to give back. I help coordinate and host crafting parties and take every chance I get to volunteer at the local children's hospital! I am very grateful... more »
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Feline Friends
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
2.33333 stars 3 reviews
mbfd wrote:
This organization rescued the cat that I adopted. Feline Friends is a tremendous group of cat-loving people who are very dedicated to helping save countless cats! I encourage everybody to contribute what they can to this live-saving organization. more »
Animals
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Prevent Child Abuse America
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
4.68605 stars 86 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 »
Children & Youth
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MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF GREATER CHICAGO INC
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
4.83333 stars 6 reviews
Gregg E. wrote:
What makes this organization wonderful beyond the critical work they do to help those with mental illness is the dedicated passion of Stella Kalfas. Stella continues to take her deep knowledge and reach out to her vast network to create the awareness... more »
Mental Health
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Advocates for Adolescent Mothers
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
4.87255 stars 102 reviews
L.S. Harris wrote:
The odds are against young men and women who have children at early ages. Many fail to realize that these young men and women are very resilient, and with proper support from the community and others who care, these young people can go on to become productive,... more »
Children & Youth
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Compass to Care, The Mike & Sandy Ernsdorff Childhood Cancer Foundation
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
5 stars 43 reviews
f.vicki wrote:
I recently attended a fundraiser for Compass to Care and decided to become a volunteer. I was overwhelmed by the much needed work being done by this organization. I had never heard of an organization addressing the needs of families who need help getting... more »
Health
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The Puppy Mill Project
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
4.69231 stars 13 reviews
arpooch wrote:
In my opinion, this is not an effective organization and I would not recommend supporting or donating to them. There are many amazing organizations out there who do real, effective work for puppy mill dogs! Although they look good on the outside, this... more »
Animals
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Women Employed
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
4.98551 stars 69 reviews
jeanine wrote:
Women Employed is a smart, interesting and important Nonprofit for women of Illinois. It is a clearing house for all issues that are important to women. It invites you to participate on any level that you are comfortable with as well as offering information... more »
Civil Rights
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Chinatown Museum Foundation
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
4.2 stars 5 reviews
VolunIL wrote:
The culture is not exactly respectful, and you need thick skin if you volunteer; thicker if you're paid staff. It would really help this organization to get a Code of Conduct, and then have it enforced somehow. With a revolving-door in place, this is... more »
Arts & Culture
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Totally Positive Productions
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
4.89333 stars 75 reviews
tiltmedia wrote:
The vision of Taj Jones in creating Totally Positive Productions has transformed how youth approach performance art and the messages they send. Creating events and contests that encourage positive messages to youth, and even creating an entirely new... more »
Arts & Culture
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He's A Wonder Music Ministries of Apostolic Faith, Inc.
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
4.90625 stars 32 reviews
Writer wrote:
I think they do a great job helping the community. A small group that does Big things. more »
Disaster Aid
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Study & Sip
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
5 stars 10 reviews
blgray2 wrote:
I learned about Study and Sip through my good friend, Aurelia, who is also the founder of the organization. Study & Sip has been such a great resource for prayer and accountability. I generally join the 7:30 am prayer calls, check in on the GroupMe messenger,... more »
Religion
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Music Box Foundation
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
4.94118 stars 17 reviews
hnakee wrote:
Musicbox foundation is indeed a GREAT non-profit! My children and I have had the pleasure of working with the foundation for over a year and they learned to play several instruments under the guidance of passionate and dedicated musicians. I would recommend... more »
Arts & Culture
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Illinois Legal Aid Online
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
5 stars 13 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 »
Human Services
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Vandercook College Of Music
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
5 stars 12 reviews
smaria21 wrote:
It's amazing to see a program that is there for the children of the community. Music is essential for children and having that at VanderCook through the One City program is incredible. more »
Education
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Faith in Place
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
4.85714 stars 14 reviews
Mrs MBA wrote:
I became involved in Faith in Place because of the basic reasonableness of the leadership and staff I met at a workshop. Aggressively inclusive, practical and smart, fun, hopeful, yet serious about the huge amount of work that needs to be done if we... more »
Civil Rights
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Sunflower Project Us
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
5 stars 1 review
Jason P.7 wrote:
Sunflower Project has engaged our community on the South Side of Chicago in amazing ways, both through their partnerships with many schools and cultural organizations as well as generally leading the way in efforts to beautify the neighborhoods and remediate... more »
Environment
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The Spirit of Harmony Foundation
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
5 stars 14 reviews
Veronica M.4 wrote:
I join with the Spirit of Harmony as a volunteer to advocate for the moral imperative of music education for children at the earliest age possible and to keep the music programs alive in schools. We have done several instrument drives and the musical... more »
Arts & Culture
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Illinois Action For Children
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
4.8 stars 20 reviews
dverley wrote:
As part of our community outreach we look for charities that we can do more than just donate money to. Not that money is not important but working together as human beings and showing we care matters just as much. Illinois Action for Children gave... more »
Children & Youth
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Artreach Chicago
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
4.96667 stars 30 reviews
Charlina G. wrote:
ArtReach is a group that is truly passionate about bringing arts to the greater Chicago community. There's a reason they've been around for nearly 30 years! That's a lot of history right there! I'm having such a great experience volunteering for this... more »
Education
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Foundation Of Artists Mentored In Entertainment-Nfp
- Location:
- Chicago, IL
5 stars 3 reviews
Foundation of Artists Mentored in Entertainment wrote:
Foundation of Artists Mentored in Entertainment (F.A.M.E.), NFP 501 C3 was established as a result of Lily, founder of F.A.M.E., who encountered too many talented artists give up because they lacked the mentorships and funds to pursue their dream in the... more »
Education
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