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Starting Over Animal Refuge Inc
We had a wonderful experience with Starting Over Animal Rescue through which we met our forever friend Harper! The kind people at SOAR made it easy for us to take Harper home the same day we met her. Although... more
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Shining Light In Darkness
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- Durham , NC
5 stars 12 reviews
Quanisha S. wrote:
I met Florida the beginning of 2019 when she introduced me to her foundation. I believe Florida is a GREAT leader and advocate for domestic violence and overcoming obstacles. I stand behind her and Shining Light. more »
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Policy and Economic Research Council (PERC)
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 24 reviews
lionchase1 wrote:
I have the highest respect and regard for the entire PERC team. For years, PERC has published breakthrough qualitative and quantitative analytics. Its expertise includes consumer credit, macroeconomics, and banking. PERC works with governments, institutions,... more »
Education
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International Association for Near-Death Studies (IANDS)
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 46 reviews
Lelania wrote:
The International Association for Near Death Studies website (www.IANDS.org) is the place to visit if you have had a Near Death Experience (NDE) or if you want reliable information about NDEs. IANDS is the oldest and largest organization devoted to... more »
Technology
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Little World Charity
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 2 reviews
Tim_92 wrote:
Two friends and I started this charity in January of 2015. We pay ourselves not a penny. We build miniature, animated, whimsical displays and then put them in children's hospitals and libraries in the North Carolina Triangle. We are in eight locations... more »
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Chordoma Foundation
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 41 reviews
Writer wrote:
Smart people. Funds go to cutting edge research & clinical trials. Patients are guided by people who have been through it. Community conferences share information and staff is approachable & supportive. Excellent nonprofit organization. more »
Health
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Friends of Bonobos/Lola ya Bonobo
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 28 reviews
beckyrose wrote:
Among the most heroic and highly regarded wildlife conservationists in the world are the people who make a lifetime commitment to rescuing, rehabilitating - and in some cases -releasing, illegally trafficked wild animals. Bonobos are the closest living... more »
Animals
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Hope Animal Rescue
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 87 reviews
Mikesaidthis wrote:
Hope Animal Rescue works so hard to save animals in need. The rescue consists solely of volunteers and fosters that commit hundreds of hours to getting animals out of shelters alive and into foster homes until they are ready for adoption. I am so impressed... more »
Animals
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Fond Doux Foundation
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 1 review
pjclaus wrote:
I have known of this charity for some time from afar, but last year I volunteered to help and recently became a board member and secretary. I support this organization because in my opinion it is touching the most important things that can be done in... more »
International
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Ronald Mcdonald House Of Durham Inc
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 1 review
dharward wrote:
This is a wonderful house of loving and compassionate people. My family and my business have been ongoing supporters and we can't say enough about the caring and loving staff. more »
Homeless & Housing
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Goodwill Community Foundation Inc
- Location:
- Durham, NC
1.57143 stars 7 reviews
rbrunson wrote:
Goodwill Community Foundation of eastern North Carolina is a wonderful organization that contributes greatly to the wellbeing of people in our state. more »
Education
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Goodwill Industries Of Eastern North Carolina Inc
- Location:
- Durham, NC
2.1 stars 20 reviews
lizardlicked wrote:
This particular chapter of Goodwill claims that its mission is to provide people of eastern North Carolina with the dignity of a job with a living wage, with particular emphasis on those people who are disabled. However, in truth this organization is... more »
Education
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Chihuahua Rescue & Transport Inc
- Location:
- Durham, NC
4.66667 stars 12 reviews
reviewgirl wrote:
CRT is a very unorganized organization. There is no way to contact anyone who works there other than email address--no physical address or phone numbers. I inquired about adopting a specific dog about a week ago and still have not heard back. It really... more »
Animals
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HOUSING FOR NEW HOPE
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 1 review
Writer wrote:
Housing for New Hope's staff goes above and beyond to help those experiencing homelessness. They truly care for these individuals and every person they help gets everything they need to succeed in life and get back on their feet. more »
Homeless & Housing
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Rewriting The Code Inc
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 1 review
Zoey T. wrote:
As an undergraduate woman in a male-dominated major, I have struggled with meeting and connecting with other women like me. My friends and classmates who are not looking to enter technology-related fields often have tight-knit friend groups in which they... more »
Education
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Voices Together
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 2 reviews
Writer wrote:
In Voices Together I have found a wonderful group of very talented professionals who live their mission on a daily basis. We take for granted our ability to interact and vocalize our thoughts, dreams and feelings. We rarely consider those who are unable... more »
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Diaper Bank Of North Carolina
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 4 reviews
KelleyM wrote:
I started volunteering at the diaper bank after seeing one of their donation hot spot boxes at a local business. I had never heard of a diaper bank before but was so welcomed when I showed up to help. This is the only place I know of that lets volunteers... more »
Human Services
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The Shodor Education Foundation, Inc.
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 7 reviews
fatmarauder wrote:
Shodor Education Foundation is the work of Dr. Robert M. Panoff. Bob has dedicated his life to education and mentoring in the sciences. He is an award winning physicist as well as a highly regarded educator. Shodor is built on the premise that doing good... more »
Children & Youth
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Triangle Military Retirees Inc
- Location:
- Durham, NC
4 stars 1 review
Foxygrandma wrote:
The Triangle Military Retirees/Veterans was officially chartered by the state of North Carolina Department of the Secretary of State as a nonprofit organization in August 1996. Through the years, members of the Triangle Military/Veterans have stressed... more »
Veterans
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Vets To Vets United, Inc.
- Location:
- Durham, NC
4.84615 stars 13 reviews
Writer wrote:
Dr. Morris and team are amazing. Great volunteers and family. Always there when needed and willing to help in any way possible. I love being a part of this organization. more »
Veterans
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Warrior Wellness Solutions
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 11 reviews
Kristine2 wrote:
Rewind about a year ago, I was "just another veteran" struggling to find motovation, and lost as to what I was still physically capable of. In April of 2011 I was invited to atend a cycling event from DC to Gettysburg. I utilized a rental bike and from... more »
Health
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Triangle Residential Options For Substance Abusers Inc
- Location:
- Durham, NC
3.66667 stars 6 reviews
dbemerson wrote:
they suck. they work you like dogs 16 hours a day and there is no time for therapy. love, dylan emerson more »
Mental Health
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Love & Forgiveness Christian Church internati
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 1 review
Alayna Parrish E. wrote:
I volunteered with Love and Forgiveness Church on several occasions. Together we served free food and clothing. I have also served with them in local shelters around the triangle. They have been a blessing to Durham and surrounding areas. I love this... more »
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Animal Protection Society Of Durham
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 1 review
Britt S. wrote:
I have just recently begun volunteering at the Durham APS and the staff and volunteers truly care about the animals. I was initially hesitant to get invovled because I know that open-admission shelters can be emotionally tough to be around, but the Durham... more »
Animals
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Durham Economic Resource Center
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 1 review
Anita_D wrote:
DERC is a workforce development program that incorporates on-the-job training and reduced-cost merchandise to help low income residents stretch their income. Training includes a certified forklift program.Born from the End Poverty Durham initiative,... more »
Job Training
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Durham Nativity School Inc
- Location:
- Durham, NC
5 stars 1 review
Florence C. wrote:
I had the pleasure of meeting students from the DNS at a luncheon. I was extremely impressed with not only current students but particularly the graduates who now attend college and continue to mentor. Great job instilling core values and continuity in... more »
Education
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