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F.I.S.H. of Sanibel-Captiva, Inc
I volunteer at fish. They go over and above to help those neighbors in need. The food bank and Back Pack programs help provide food for families. They help the elderly with transportation and visits.... more
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Long Beach Nonprofits and Charities
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Long Beach Depot For Creative ReUse
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
4.94118 stars 51 reviews
Mey J. wrote:
It's true that a place in your dreams can actually exist! You have to go there in person to understand that it really is beyond words alone. They carry all the little stuff that you can't really find any place else and cheap! For a small place, it... more »
Environment
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K9 Kismet Dog Rescue
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 40 reviews
shells562 wrote:
What a fantastic rescue! We recently adopted Zoey ❤️ I couldn’t have asked for a better rescue to have gotten our furbaby. Everything was perfect from the home inspection to meeting our baby and to get her home with us ❤️ more »
Animals
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Making Biscuits Cat Rescue
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
4.95833 stars 24 reviews
mgwallace wrote:
I met Kristie approximately 3 years ago at a local pet store. I work in the pet industry and travel to multiple stores on a daily basis. Whenever I would see Kristie, I would pick her brain regarding "best vets", best foods, etc. I was raised... more »
Animals
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Long Beach Day Nursery
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
4.94737 stars 19 reviews
Jonathan G. wrote:
I have 2 children that went through the program of the LBDN. The start they got helped them in their years of school with one being a college graduate and the other being a 3rd year university student studying to become an elementary level teacher. ... more »
Children & Youth
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Musique Sur La Mer Orchestras Inc
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 17 reviews
Farah Love Y. wrote:
I can't say enough great things about musique Sur la mer! They volunteer playing music for senior citizens, they throw amazing fundraising events, and they allow children who wouldn't otherwise have the opportunity to learn a amazing skill and become... more »
Arts & Culture
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Live Love Animal Rescue
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 16 reviews
fsmchang wrote:
I've worked with a lot of animal rescue groups and this group is by far the most professional and focused one I've worked for. I've been a volunteer, foster and now a board member and the way this small group pulls together to focus on the issues and... more »
Animals
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The Sportfishing Conservancy
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
4.75 stars 16 reviews
tctuna wrote:
Because of the hard work of the Sportfishing the 2010 California Game Warden Stamp can now be purchased for $5 at DFG regional and licensing offices. The inaugural stamp is a decal which can be proudly displayed to show your support for the work wardens... more »
Environment
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Forgotten Children, Inc
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 14 reviews
ShiLA wrote:
In a climate of greed, Forgotten Children is truly one of those organizations that put their clients first-I've seen it first hand. The services they provide to the women they rescue is incomparable; from housing, new or gently used clothing, food, transportation,... more »
Children & Youth
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Algalita Marine Research and Education
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 14 reviews
denny2boys wrote:
A year or so ago my grandchildren and I attended a lecture/children's program give by Algalita at the library in Encinitas, CA. Ever since then we have been collecting trash on the beach EVERY time we go. Two weeks ago while on the beach in Seal Beach... more »
Education
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California Aquatic Therapy & Wellness Center, Inc,
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
4.61538 stars 13 reviews
Tracey B. wrote:
I have 2 types of arthritis , including rheumatoid arthritis. The fact is, moving my body hurts. But , not moving it, hurts more ! What a dilemma ; however, the aquatic therapy I am able to do at this organization is a win-win situation! It's kind of... more »
Sports
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Martial Arts Association
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 12 reviews
devppl wrote:
It’s like a family we all train to be the best we could possibly be. Nothing but good instruction with a lot of love! more »
Education
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Gay For Good
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 12 reviews
annemf70 wrote:
Being a Gay For Good volunteer allows me to help not one, but dozens of different causes in my community. And, I love that over a morning packing food for people in need, cleaning up a beach or park, making enrichment toys at the zoo, assembling care... more »
Philanthropy
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I-Help Foundation
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 11 reviews
kaygaines wrote:
I attended a presentation on innovation and technology in healthcare and it was extremely informative and uniquely presented that included speakers, case studies, experts, and young adults. In addition, it was apparent that the guest speakers were carefully... more »
Health
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Los Angeles Habilitation House
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 10 reviews
los-angeles-habilitation-house-inc wrote:
Nancy and Guido are genuine caring people since I have started working with them in August 2009, I have learned a lot not in just the working field aspect of things, but of the other side of it. That is the nurturing and caring part about people no matter... more »
Job Training
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Child Literacy Inc
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 10 reviews
mukarram.dhorajiwala wrote:
They have done some great work with The Murugeshpalya School project in Banglore, India by sponsoring the uniforms and shoes for around 100 children. more »
Education
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Tafesilafai Inc
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
4.9 stars 10 reviews
polynasian808 wrote:
I had the opportunity to volunteer with Tafesilafa'i 2013. The theme was "Talita Kumi: Heal the world", it was most fitting as this was a period of healing for me. I was blessed to be with an organization that cares so much for their community. I was... more »
Arts & Culture
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Hamilton Neighborhood Association, Inc.
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
4.83333 stars 6 reviews
Kirk D. wrote:
Great community projects and engagement. Thank you for making the neighborhood a better place for all. more »
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Shared Science
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 6 reviews
Alexa Y. wrote:
Shared Science is the only STEM education nonprofit advocate in Long Beach, CA. This organization has made a great impact on thousands of students in Long Beach and its greater areas. They lead robotics teams, host STEM events, and partner with local... more »
Education
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Friends Of Long Beach Animal Shelter
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
4.8 stars 5 reviews
Shirley wrote:
Friends of Long Beach Animal Shelter AKA, Friends of Long Beach Animals just celebrated 20 years of service to the Long Beach Community. In the quest to end pet overpopulation the SNIP Program has paid the expense to contract veterinarians $652,488, altering... more »
Animals
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Stroke Support Association
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 5 reviews
Abbie M wrote:
We were so fortunate to learn about the support groups offered for Survivors and for Caregivers . My father received encouragement from other stroke survivors. The support and information we received helped us to learn ways to help our father obtain... more »
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WomenShelter of Long Beach
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
4.8 stars 5 reviews
Kristi F. wrote:
After retiring in 2007 from a corporate attorney position, I volunteered for several wonderful nonprofits, including the WSLB. I completed the WSLB's excellent 40 hour DV counseling training, and began volunteering as a legal advocate, helping secure... more »
Homeless & Housing
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Assistance League of Long Beach
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
4 stars 4 reviews
oscarrr wrote:
Assistance League of Long Beach is a wonderful organization and I am proud to be a donor of the organization. Assistance League is an organization that truly cares about children who are less fortunate and thus I know my money is being used for a great... more »
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Long Beach Rescue Mission
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
4.5 stars 4 reviews
Tina T wrote:
Long Beach Rescue Mission is not merely a place where individuals can commit to make life (saving) changes, although that is an important and core part of their service, but by engaging neighbors thoughtfully and practically they also educate community... more »
Homeless & Housing
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Think Earth Environmental Education Foundation Inc
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
4.33333 stars 3 reviews
Daniel W. wrote:
In a world where we are bombarded with myriad appeals to environmental stewardship, Think Earth Environmental Foundation is one of the oldest and most effective. With a broad educational outreach that works to increase awareness and urge action by individuals,... more »
Environment
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NEW HOPE GRIEF SUPPORT COMMUNITY
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
4.66667 stars 3 reviews
abarnes1121 wrote:
My name is Alison Barnes and I started as a volunteer with New Hope a few years ago in my free time. Last year, I lost my job and dedicated my time to helping New Hope. New Hope is a grief support community where a person who has lost a loved one can... more »
Arts & Culture
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CAMERATA SINGERS OF LONG BEACH INC
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
Dee_10 wrote:
I've been a member of Camerata Singers for almost 20 years, and it has gotten better and better. With our current Director, it's an awesome choir that performs wonderful music, from Back to rock, all wonderfully, and with people who really care for each... more »
Arts & Culture
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Long Beach Community Action Partnership (LBCAP)
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
billorton2000 wrote:
In the 1960s, as part of the War on Poverty, local "Community Action Partnerships" were created, as places where people could get job skills, help with life needs and generally get a leg up on moving from poverty up into the middle class. Many of the... more »
Human Services
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Linc Housing Corporation
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
3 stars 2 reviews
Rayhelen wrote:
I first met with Linc Housing at a introduction gathering they had when buying PLEASANT VIEW APT IN FRESNO CA 2014 VERY NICE PEOPLE thier message was made clear ur PROMBLEM ARE OURS WITH OTHER PROMIISES;.....hiring APERTO PROPERTY MANGEMENT to oversee... more »
Homeless & Housing
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Pet Assistance Foundation
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
alytan wrote:
A huge valentine to Pet Assistance. I made a blind effort online to find someone for help, sight unseen. I found it in Pet Assistance, the only one who responded to my application. My 15-18 year-old cat Cherryblossom had stomatitis surgery and Pet... more »
Animals
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Long Beach BLAST
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
garthgirl8888 wrote:
Long Beach BLAST is a wonderful organization that I am familiar with and love. Although the staff is very small (7 1/2 full-time employees) BLAST manages to do many wonderful things with the little money they get. They touch many children's lives through... more »
Children & Youth
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Mental Health America Of Los Angeles
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
_1DatGxrlMari1_ wrote:
I’m 15, and my name is Marianna. I was adopted a 6 months old, and still remember vividly my birth parents. I suffer from major depression and major anxiety and have been to many mental health facilities. I love what you do for kids with mental health,... more »
Arts & Culture
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AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 1 review
bixby wrote:
I've been a volunteer and member at the Aquarium of the Pacific for 14 years, and each time I walk in, it feels like a brand new experience. I look for what's been changed or added, or something I may have missed before. With so many exhibits, there’s... more »
Animals
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GO-FAME
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
4 stars 1 review
Writer wrote:
My daughter was a junior player in their recent production. She learned so much and had an amazing time, we are still acting out the play at home. This program really helps kids from all walks of life gain valuable life skills while having a... more »
Arts & Culture
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Dare To Care For The Homeless
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 1 review
Juan Z. wrote:
MISSION STATEMENT To promote social change and defend human dignity by assisting the homeless with food, clothing and hygiene products. Dare To Care For The Homeless provides food, clothing and hygiene products to people experiencing homelessness... more »
Arts & Culture
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Caring Friends Cat Rescue
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 1 review
jyearsley wrote:
This shelter is amazing! I must say that this shelter wants both the cat and the family receiving the cat to be happy. They take the time to find out about your story and tell about the cat's story as well so they can ensure the best fit for both. ... more »
Animals
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ALL WILDLIFE RESCUE & EDUCATION FOUNDATION
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
4 stars 1 review
tifanyruba wrote:
I am so glad that people like you guys are doing this, I want to be part of this and help out our amazing creatures. I am from Mexico and my mayor is biologist. My dream is to go to different places around the world to help animals out and make a change.... more »
Animals
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LEADERSHIP LONG BEACH INC
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 1 review
Leah38 wrote:
Leadership Long Beach is a great org, grooming the next generation of cross-disciplinary movers and shakers to help bring Long Beach to the next level. more »
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Cadet Character & Leadership Foundation
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 1 review
mkathriner wrote:
The Cadet Character and Leadership Foundation’s Board of Directors is comprised of people whose lives were changed by mentors. When we were adolescents, these adult mentors found leadership potential within each of us. These mentors were our teachers,... more »
Children & Youth
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Boys And Girls Clubs Of Long Beach
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 1 review
bobskidmore wrote:
As a 12 year member of the Clubs Board of Directors, I am deeply amazed at the impact the Clubs make in the lives of youth in our City. The Club runs lean, and as a board member, I watch the finances to assure donors funds are used wisely and effectively, more »
Children & Youth
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Skidrow Advocacy Group Inc
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 1 review
LBEVFP wrote:
A Great Group Of Individuals That's Living Their Passion To Eradicate Poverty & Homelessness. more »
Human Services
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Chinese Family History Group Of Southern California
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 1 review
Barbara L.8 wrote:
One of a kind in the US! No other organization focuses on Chinese American genealogy that that meets monthly. I attended their first meeting in 2012 where there was only 10 people. With the pandemic, the group went online and now has followers in... more »
Arts & Culture
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Operation Jump Start
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 1 review
Charles81 wrote:
I have been a mentor and volunteer board member for more than 10 years with this organization. It truly helps students from underserved communities to beat the odds and get a college education. The organization has proven results for its programs. Where... more »
Children & Youth
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RHF Foundation, Inc.
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
1 stars 1 review
TruthandOpinion wrote:
My mother has lived in one of these facilities n I have friends who are now living in them. I know as well as seen how they are managed. RHF is more concerned with building more apartments then taking care of the ones they have. Anything put into the... more »
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100 BLACK MEN OF LONG BEACH inc.
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
5 stars 1 review
AframGlobal2007 wrote:
It was our privilege and honor to present the 2018 Annual Villager Award to Jesse Johnson Jr., founder of “100 Black Men of Long Beach.” Mr. Johnson accepted the award on behalf of Dr. Lance Robert , President. This distinguished award is presented... more »
Civil Rights
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Tradeswomen Ran Association For Diversity And Equity
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The T.R.A.D.E. (Tradeswomen Ran Association for Diversity and Equity) supports and advocates for women in the trades industry.... more »
Economic Development
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Foodbank of Southern California
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The Foodbank's mission is to provide highly nutritious food to the community’s hungry citizens and to ensure that no individual... more »
Food
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The Foundation For Economic Democracy
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Our mission is to create democratically governed community projects and worker-owned businesses where workers, their families... more »
Economic Development
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YMCA of Greater Long Beach
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
YMCAs collectively make up the largest nonprofit community service organization in America. YMCAs are at the heart of community... more »
Human Services
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PDLFundraising
- Location:
- long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Our Mission Statement: * To assist individuals secure housing. (Deposit, Pet Deposit & First months rent) * To work with... more »
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Paralyzed Veterans Of America, California Chapter
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
To provide a better lifestyle to disabled veterans and their family across southern California more »
Sports
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Cambrian Homecare College
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Our Mission: To serve family caregivers by teaching essential caregiving and coping skills to those who care for their loved... more »
Education
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Museum Of Latin American Art
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The Museum of Latin American Art expands knowledge and appreciation of modern and contemporary Latin American art through its... more »
Arts & Culture
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My Sister My Friend Breast Cancer Support
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
My Sister My Friend Breast Cancer Support is committed to increasing local and national attention to the devastating impact breast... more »
Human Services
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Human Services
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Designmakelearn
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
DesignMakeLearn’s (DML) mission is to activate students’ aspirations to solve real world problems through project-based design... more »
Education
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Religion
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GUIDANCE CENTER
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The Guidance Center provides comprehensive mental health treatment to our community’s most disadvantaged children and their... more »
Mental Health
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COMPREHENSIVE CHILD DEVELOPMENT
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Empower children and their families by providing a strong foundation through early care and education more »
Children & Youth
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HELP ME HELP YOU
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Help Me Help You's mission is to feed, motivate, and transition homeless and low income youth and adults arming them with the... more »
Food
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Khmer Girls In Action
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
To develop the leadership of southeast asian women to improve the well-being of their life, family, and community. more »
Children & Youth
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Children & Youth
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LONG BEACH COMMUNITY FOUNDATION A CALIFORNIA NONPRFT PUB BNFT CORP
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The Long Beach Community Foundation initiates positive change for Long Beach through charitable giving, stewardship and strategic... more »
Philanthropy
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Global Jazz
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
History and Future Originally with the call letters KLON (and later renamed KKJZ) the station has been broadcasting jazz since... more »
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Downtown Long Beach Associates
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The Downtown Long Beach Associates (DLBA) is a non-profit organization operating on behalf of the tenants and property owners... more »
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Armenia Womens Breast Cancer Reconstruction Program
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Providing breast reconstruction in Armenia free of charge following mastectomy for cancer more »
Cancer
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The California Conference for Equality and Justice, Inc.
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The California Conference for Equality and Justice is a human relations organization dedicated to eliminating bias, bigotry and... more »
Civil Rights
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Children & Youth
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LONG BEACH NONPROFIT PARTNERSHIP
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The mission of the Long Beach Nonprofit Partnership is to impact the Greater Long Beach community by strengthening nonprofit organizations... more »
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United Cambodian Community
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Incorporated in 1978 and located in the heart of the largest Cambodian community outside of Southeast Asia, UCC is a multicultural,... more »
Arts & Culture
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Rock Club Rock for Vets
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The Rock Club Rock For Vets mission is to create a music education/instructional program for Veterans and others at-risk by offering... more »
Food
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FAMILIES UNITING FAMILIES
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
To provide social worker activities to disadvantaged youth in the foster care system more »
Children & Youth
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Meals on Wheels of Long Beach
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Meal preparation & delivery to shut-ins more »
Food
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Kingdom Causes dba City Net
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
"the purpose of the organization is to empower and educate catalytic faith-based and community leaders for city and neighborhood... more »
Homeless & Housing
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For The Child Inc
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
To build healthy lives for children and families, free of abuse, neglect and violence. more »
Mental Health
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Alternatives For Vets
- Location:
- Long Beach, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
To provide legal and mental health services to veterans filing for compensation benefits with the department of veterans affairs more »
Veterans
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