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East Palo Alto Nonprofits and Charities
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![Cystic Fibrosis Research Institute (CFRI)]()
Cystic Fibrosis Research Institute (CFRI)
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
4.95918 stars 196 reviews
Anabel wrote:
I have been a CFRI Volunteer, client served , professional in CF, for over 10 years. CFRI has been a gem in my life and is truly one of the reasons I am still alive with CF. It has provided me a home away from home, with wonderfully supportive staff,... more »
Health
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![Canopy]()
Canopy
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
4.94656 stars 131 reviews
Anwyn wrote:
Canopy organized a fun and engaging Arbor Day celebration for kids and families in Palo Alto--teaching kids and adults about the value of urban trees through simple activities associated with trees. more »
Environment
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![Ecumenical Hunger Program]()
Ecumenical Hunger Program
- Location:
- East Palo Alto, CA
4.99225 stars 129 reviews
FCB wrote:
Before joining the board, I served as a volunteer and participant at various EHP events. Helping families in need in my community is truly rewarding, and I can't imagine not being involved in some capacity with charitable work. I am very happy to have... more »
Food
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![Camp Unalayee Association]()
Camp Unalayee Association
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
4.98058 stars 103 reviews
fredlf wrote:
I started my relationship with Unalayee as a troubled teen. Unalayee helped me to gain the tools and perspective I needed to treat myself and others with self-respect and kindness. Since then I have worked and volunteered there for many summers. I... more »
Children & Youth
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![East Palo Alto Kids Foundation]()
East Palo Alto Kids Foundation
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
4.96907 stars 97 reviews
laurabob wrote:
I have volunteered for EPAK in many capacities over the past 8 years. I have found the organization's board members and volunteers to be very committed to public education and promoting educational opportunities for students in this low-income area. ... more »
Education
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![Environmental Volunteers, Inc.]()
Environmental Volunteers, Inc.
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
4.88421 stars 95 reviews
Margot wrote:
I served as a classroom docent for this fabulous nonprofit for almost ten years before returning to full time paid work. Teaching young children about the water cycle, tectonic plates or bird bills was very rewarding and helped to maintain my faith in... more »
Education
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![ACTERRA: Action for a Healthy Planet]()
ACTERRA: Action for a Healthy Planet
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
4.93617 stars 94 reviews
Joel wrote:
Acterra has given me the chance to learn and practice the kind of life that I want to pass on to my children, grandchildren, and friends. Acterra through its many sustainable, environmental programs that I have taken advantage of has taught me over the... more »
Environment
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![Nursing Mothers Counsel]()
Nursing Mothers Counsel
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
4.97297 stars 37 reviews
alex2518 wrote:
I came to nursing mothers counsel before my 2nd child was born, I had nursed my first child but had some common problems . So when I got pregnat with my 2nd child I didn't want to make the same mistakes, I wanted to be better informed. I had a great phone... more »
Health
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![Girls to Women]()
Girls to Women
- Location:
- East Palo Alto, CA
4.68182 stars 22 reviews
mahinalae wrote:
Ive been familiar with this organization since their inception three years ago. I was looking for an organization that will help build developmental assets for underserved girls, since I feel that my own daughter is so well cared for, I want others'... more »
Children & Youth
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![Mural Music & Arts Project]()
Mural Music & Arts Project
- Location:
- East Palo Alto, CA
4.94737 stars 19 reviews
LieslSpitz wrote:
I began my relationship with MMAP as a junior undergrad. I currently volunteer as a classroom assistant for HEArt and a drama instructor for HHH. I have always been amazed and honored at the level of responsibility that program directors have given me.... more »
Arts & Culture
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![Bay Area Friendship Circle]()
Bay Area Friendship Circle
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
4.66667 stars 18 reviews
musicgirlcali wrote:
My experience with Ezzy and Nechama Shusterman of the Friendship Circle in The Bay area has been phenomenal. Upon meeting these community leaders it is clear how dedicated they are to serving the special needs children and adults in the bay area. Their... more »
Human Services
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![Ravenswood Education Foundation]()
Ravenswood Education Foundation
- Location:
- East Palo Alto, CA
5 stars 16 reviews
Ravenswood Info wrote:
I have worked in Ravenswood District as a volunteer and part-time employee since 1996. I've watched the District emerge from very dark and difficult times, and the last 8 years Ravenswood Education Foundation has been a big part of the changes happening... more »
Education
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![Friends for Youth]()
Friends for Youth
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
5 stars 12 reviews
Joris wrote:
Friends for Youth helped me discover the true meaning of mentoring. By being a mentor for over three years to an at-risk boy I was not only able to give back to the community in an enormously rewarding way, but I also learned a lot about myself, including... more »
Children & Youth
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![Herban Health]()
Herban Health
- Location:
- East Palo Alto, CA
4.91667 stars 12 reviews
JoyceCPC wrote:
I have been a volunteer acupuncturist at Herban Health for almost 4 years and this experience has been both rewarding and humbling to me. Herban Health is a great organization where I am able to utilize my skills and knowledge as an acupuncturist/chinese... more »
Mental Health
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![Lauren's House 4 Positive Change Inc]()
Lauren's House 4 Positive Change Inc
- Location:
- East Palo Alto, CA
5 stars 10 reviews
WeezR wrote:
If it wasn’t for Lauren’s House, I would’ve been completely lost, trying to find a better support system for my child as I am a single parent and always at work. It becomes very complicated to assess my child fully. I am very thankful for having... more »
Children & Youth
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![Quest Scholars Program]()
Quest Scholars Program
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
5 stars 9 reviews
Teresa wrote:
The Quest Scholars Program connected me to Stanford University and I received a full 4 year scholarship through this program. When I first heard about the program it seemed to good to be true, but after talking to my high school counselor I was reassured... more »
Children & Youth
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![Youth Community Service Inc]()
Youth Community Service Inc
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
5 stars 7 reviews
Martene wrote:
As a board member of YCS, I am reminded that we experience our true wealth in the act of giving. Through its mission, YCS provides this opportunity to every YCS employee and board member, volunteer - child and adult, community member, government official,... more »
Children & Youth
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![TheatreWorks]()
TheatreWorks
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
4.83333 stars 6 reviews
tiphane wrote:
Season after season, TW offers a well-balanced program of plays and musicals, nurturing an enthusiastic subscriber base. It's very active in the development of new works with its annual festival and workshop. It is also very fiscally responsible. more »
Arts & Culture
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![Institute for Personal Change]()
Institute for Personal Change
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
5 stars 5 reviews
elaine5 wrote:
In 1974, I took the Process as a single parent, graduate student. It has made such a difference in my life, and in my parenting skills. I am a much happier person, more aware of my internal processes, and much more able to respond rather than react.... more »
Mental Health
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![Hope Horizon East Palo Alto]()
Hope Horizon East Palo Alto
- Location:
- East Palo Alto, CA
4.8 stars 5 reviews
Lindsey Hawley wrote:
I have volunteered with BCM for 2 years, I love being with the junior highers, they are the highlight of my week. more »
Children & Youth
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![ALL CARE PLUS INC]()
ALL CARE PLUS INC
- Location:
- palo alto, CA
4.75 stars 4 reviews
Brittany01890 wrote:
I found All Care Plus through a friend and she insisted I go here to take CPR/First Aid training. I absolutely loved it. The instructor was so lively and humorous. I have yet to find anything that could possibly be close to beating that safety training... more »
Disaster Aid
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![East Palo Alto Boxing Club]()
East Palo Alto Boxing Club
- Location:
- East Palo Alto, CA
5 stars 4 reviews
chardabar wrote:
This club reaches out to the most vulnerable and at-risk youth in EPA. The founder Johnnie Gray Jr. has created a safe and positive environment for the kids to gather daily, stay off the streets, learn discipline and hard work, gain fitness, and be part... more »
Sports
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![At Home Humanitarian]()
At Home Humanitarian
- Location:
- E Palo Alto, CA
5 stars 3 reviews
HappiGabi wrote:
The mission of AHH is so necessary and yet what fills my heart with joy is how they embody that mission. It shows up with the people they serve and the volunteers they attract to work on their programs. I deeply love the way they create an environment... more »
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![Fieldguides Inc.]()
Fieldguides Inc.
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
5 stars 3 reviews
willardtwashington wrote:
Great experience for children to learn more about the environment. more »
Education
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![Foundation for a College Education]()
Foundation for a College Education
- Location:
- East Palo Alto, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
MLAACI wrote:
Foundation for a College Education is a gem of nonprofit with an impressive track record of helping students graduate from four-year colleges. FCE builds long-lasting relationships with students and their families, supporting students in high school... more »
Education
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![Eastside College Preparatory School, Inc.]()
Eastside College Preparatory School, Inc.
- Location:
- East Palo Alto, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
Carmen Stuhlmuller wrote:
My husband and I got involved with Eastside College Preparatory School about ten years ago through hearing some of the student's "stories" from neighbors who discovered Eastside through Founder Chris Bischof's "story". It is the best investment we... more »
Education
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![One East Palo Alto]()
One East Palo Alto
- Location:
- E Palo Alto, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
allisonsparks wrote:
As a Program Officer for One East Palo Alto's United Way grant, I am pleased to show my support of their program. One East Palo Alto is a well-run organization with effective programming delivered by and for the community. The organization works to engage... more »
Education
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![Grassroots Ecology]()
Grassroots Ecology
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
5 stars 1 review
DTSmernoff wrote:
I attended a planting day in downtown Redwood City. What a lovely morning, the two staff members present were very knowledgable and engaging. They carefully demonstrated how to plant, why the native plants were important and what the site had looked like... more »
Environment
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![CALIFORNIA STATE SENIOR GAMES FOUNDATION]()
CALIFORNIA STATE SENIOR GAMES FOUNDATION
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
5 stars 1 review
jg1 wrote:
The mission of the California Senior Games to promote healthy lifestyles for seniors through education, fitness and the spirited competition of sports, while inspiring everyone to embrace health and appreciate and enjoy the value of sports related exercise.... more »
Sports
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![Oshman Family Jewish Community Center]()
Oshman Family Jewish Community Center
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
5 stars 1 review
Writer wrote:
They do outreach to so many groups -- parents, seniors, students -- and the diversity of programming is amazing! more »
Arts & Culture
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![South County Community Health Center, Inc. dba Ravenswood Family Health Center]()
South County Community Health Center, Inc. dba Ravenswood Family Health Center
- Location:
- East Palo Alto, CA
1 stars 1 review
jrosales wrote:
From a long time ago I have had with this clinic. I do not know how it is still open. They have terrible customer service. Alma always hangs up on patients when they call so when she answers i already know to call again and make sure the message to my... more »
Health
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![Project WeHOPE]()
Project WeHOPE
- Location:
- East Palo Alto, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Project WeHOPE (We Help Other People Excel) is a 501c3 nonprofit organization located in the City of East Palo Alto. Project WeHOPE... more »
Children & Youth
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![Sierra Club, Loma Prieta Chapter]()
Sierra Club, Loma Prieta Chapter
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The Sierra Club Loma Prieta Chapter offers hikes and outdoor recreation for people of all ages, advocates for policies that protect... more »
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![GREEN FOOTHILLS FOUNDATION]()
GREEN FOOTHILLS FOUNDATION
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Our mission is to protect open space, farmlands, and natural resources of Santa Clara and San Mateo counties through advocacy... more »
Education
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![Midpen Media Center]()
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![Operation Grace]()
Operation Grace
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Publication and distribution of books, tokens, clothing and other items. more »
Religion
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![BACC Community]()
BACC Community
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
BACC Community combines the resources of several established community service groups with the local support of BACC members to... more »
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![Health Connected]()
Health Connected
- Location:
- East Palo Alto, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Health Connected equips young people with information, skills, and support to make thoughtful choices about their relationships... more »
Children & Youth
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![Cooline Team Of East Palo Alto]()
Cooline Team Of East Palo Alto
- Location:
- E Palo Alto, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
To prepare the next generation to become leaders through serving the community in a fun and engaging way more »
Children & Youth
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![Silicon Valley Bicycle Exchange]()
Human Services
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![ERUDITE TECHNOLOGY GROUP]()
Education
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![Circuit Epa]()
Circuit Epa
- Location:
- East Palo Alto, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Circuit EPA is dedicated to empowering and connecting young minds through hands-on, innovative learning in Science, Technology,... more »
Children & Youth
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![The John Ernest Foundation]()
The John Ernest Foundation
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
To turn a dream into a reality. To plant ideas, imagine unorthodox relationships, nurture a passion and devise and audit realistic... more »
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![Achievekids]()
Achievekids
- Location:
- Palo Alto, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
We provide special education and mental health services to children who have developmental, emotional and severe behavioral problems,... more »
Mental Health
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![A Bridge 4 Success]()
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![COMMUNITY LEGAL SERVICES IN EAST PALO ALTO INC]()
COMMUNITY LEGAL SERVICES IN EAST PALO ALTO INC
- Location:
- East Palo Alto, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Local residents most in need of legal counsel often are those without the means to pay for it. Consider the minimum wage worker,... more »
Homeless & Housing
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![Thiebaut Method]()
Thiebaut Method
- Location:
- East Palo Alto, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
What do you think about when you envision youth doing community service? If you're like most people, you probably think of a high... more »
Education
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