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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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Portland Nonprofits and Charities
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JoyRx|Children's Cancer Association
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.98649 stars 148 reviews
Launi Walker wrote:
The Children's Cancer Association is second to none. The CCA is run by the nicest group of people you will ever meet. They took our family in and offered us love, support and smiles during our darkest times. Their programs are top notch and... more »
Children & Youth
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Child Foundation
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.98473 stars 131 reviews
Nader wrote:
it is a wonderful organization. I have been helping them for over 7 years now through sponsoring a child. I see his report and his pictures every six month. It is a nice feeling to see how a child could prosper with my help on the other side of earth. more »
Arts & Culture
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Northwest Family Services
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.94215 stars 121 reviews
Sibelia wrote:
Counselor who I saw was fine, the unlicensed one who saw my teen son was a loose cannon, did not get consultation from supervisor before he acted impulsively to break confidentiality. Created lots of difficulty for my family. Supervisor met with me... more »
Mental Health
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Unite Oregon
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.9009 stars 111 reviews
anya valsamakis wrote:
Hi, I'm Anya Valsamakis, CIO board member for five plus years. Why do I volunteer? My parents were very newly emmigrated from Russia to the US, when I was born. Though you would never know it if you met me (probably), finding my between-cultures identity... more »
Civil Rights
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Vestibular Disorders Association
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.84314 stars 102 reviews
Sally T. wrote:
When my symptoms of Meniere's began to worsen, I found the best information source was VEDA! This organization provides invaluable information for people with the vast array of vestibular disorders. I truly do not know what I would have done, or to whom... more »
Health
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Ecology in Classrooms and Outdoors (ECO)
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.9697 stars 99 reviews
Ecology4Kids wrote:
Ecology in Classrooms & Outdoors has a dedicated bunch of Scientists in Residence & Board Members. These people work hard to uphold the organization's mission to bring science enrichment programming to elementary schools. ECO programs are fun and hands-on.... more »
Education
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Transition Projects
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.60227 stars 88 reviews
Michelle102 wrote:
This nonprofit is a great asset to the city of Portland. I'm an active volunteer in the men's housing shelter located under the Hawthorne Bridge. The staff is always accessible and open to services that the community is willing/able to provide to the... more »
Homeless & Housing
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The Dreaming Zebra Foundation
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.97674 stars 86 reviews
BJS wrote:
My granddaughters are in schools in a tiny, dusty, west Texas town, one elementary, the other middle. Both have active interests in art; programs in both schools are needful of supplies due to shrunken budgets and shifted priorities. I contacted Dreaming... more »
Arts & Culture
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Operation Nightwatch Portland
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.79747 stars 79 reviews
John Hardy wrote:
I have been a Night Watch volunteer for about three years. I am amazed at just how popular and well-supported this homeless ministry has been. The Executive Director, Gary Davis, has done an outstanding job of taking this program to the next level in... more »
Homeless & Housing
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Birch Community Services Inc
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.90909 stars 77 reviews
Integrity Honesty wrote:
While Birch has a wonderful impact on the community and those it serves there are many people skills it is lacking. The treatment of all volunteers is generally good but on some occasions the behavior of the director especially and sometimes specific... more »
Human Services
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Nonprofit Home Inspections
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 76 reviews
aishaddot wrote:
Reggie Anderson was great.. thorough, detailed, friendly, great communicator. Would highly recommend Nonprofit Home Inspections more »
Homeless & Housing
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Animal Balance
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 76 reviews
Janelle K. wrote:
Animal Balance - saving the world one street dog at a time! Animal Balance is saving the animals and creating a change in the way people treat and think about street animals. Not everyone starts with the knowledge that animals should be a loved and cared... more »
Animals
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Wheel To Walk Foundation
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.97222 stars 72 reviews
judyzifka wrote:
Wheel to Walk Foundation is one of the few sources of funding for medical equipment that is still available to families like ours. We needed help in purchasing an electric lift for our disabled daughter. Even used, the purchase price was almost $1,000.... more »
Health
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Council For Certification in Volunteer Administration
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.97143 stars 70 reviews
Lisa M.29 wrote:
Attaining my CVA was an important step in my professional journey as a leader of volunteers. I have increased confidence and credibility. I also have had the opportunity to network and meet other volunteer leaders both in and out of my field. I strongly... more »
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House Of Dreams
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 64 reviews
fifigarrett wrote:
House of Dreams (HOD) is a long-standing no-kill, free-roaming, all-volunteer cat shelter housing about 30 cats in a residential neighborhood in Portland, OR. These kitties are frequently long-term residents, elderly and in need of medical attention.... more »
Animals
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National Animal Interest Alliance
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.47619 stars 63 reviews
Mary N. wrote:
NAIA is a fantastic organization! It is all about animal welfare. It is also all about our rights and responsibilities as owners. It is not an animal rights organization that elevates animals above humans. NAIA uses common-sense approaches to today's... more »
Animals
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World Pulse Voices
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 59 reviews
ellen7 wrote:
World Pulse's vision is to enable women's voices to be heard globally. The organization has created PulseWire, an online network that enables women to tell their stories and get feedback and encouragement from other women around the world. An example... more »
Civil Rights
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On-the-Move Community Integration
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.9661 stars 59 reviews
Jaysenpluto C. wrote:
I've volunteered with On-the-Move for almost two years on a variety of projects and events and have always been impressed and overwhelmed by the mission, dedication and innovation with the programs and core vision of On-the-Move Community Integration.... more »
Civil Rights
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Constructing Hope Pre- Apprenticeship Program
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.86207 stars 58 reviews
Adam B.4 wrote:
I was involved with Constructing Hope back in 2007 helping them get their Oregon State Certification for their pre-apprenticeship program. With that certification came acceptance by most construction unions to accept their graduates straight into their... more »
Civil Rights
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Pathways to Safety International
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.89474 stars 57 reviews
dawn9 wrote:
This organization opened my eyes to the demographics of those who are abused and trapped in a foreign country and how difficult it is to obtain assistance in these countries. more »
Civil Rights
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Lahash International
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.98148 stars 54 reviews
rachelelaine11 wrote:
Great communication from staff who truly seem to care about the work. more »
Children & Youth
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Holiday Hope
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.88235 stars 51 reviews
Jea H. wrote:
The many volunteers and volunteer staff go out of their way to serve their clients with respect and honor. It is tough to be down on your luck and need help while trying to keep your dignity. Holiday Hope understands that feeling of being embarrassed... more »
Human Services
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Self Enhancement, Inc.
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.62791 stars 43 reviews
samantha.lee3 wrote:
We worked with SEI for a service project, bringing out PCC volunteers to serve alongside the SEI Academy students. It was a wonderful experience working with Jackie Meyer and the enthusiastic students to beautify the center grounds. It was clear that... more »
Children & Youth
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Positive Charge Pdx
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.97368 stars 38 reviews
20ANGELS16 wrote:
Positive Charge! PDX began in 2016 at a time when a group of people wanted to change up what seemed like a different variety of bad news that we woke up to on a daily basis. It was overwhelming and depressing. We decided that in order to change the... more »
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These Numbers Have Faces, Inc.
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 37 reviews
thesenumbers wrote:
great organization. great message. their work is focused, relational, and making a difference. i've been impressed with their marketing and branding as well. I think they are making a significant impact with youth in South Africa. more »
Children & Youth
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Northwest Mothers Milk Bank
- Location:
- Tigard, OR
5 stars 37 reviews
zoeberliner wrote:
Volunteering with NWMMB is the highlight of my week! I always feel valued, respected, and acknowledged. NWMMB has created a welcoming environment for the community and volunteers. NWMMB did a wonderful job creating opportunities for volunteers to contribute... more »
Health
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Fences For Fido
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.94444 stars 36 reviews
SueH wrote:
The more volunteers I work with at Fences for Fido the more I truly admire and respect the work of this group. All volunteers, with 100% of donated funds going to make life so much better for dogs. I've seen sad, dirty, bored, hurting, dejected dogs... more »
Animals
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I Mission
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 35 reviews
madhoo wrote:
We here at The I Mission love to do as much as we can for the community and we feel like the visually impaired community in specific is very forgotten. We conduct cultural events and educational workshops to raise funds and we use this donations to improve... more »
Health
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Mollys Adopt a Sailor
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.91429 stars 35 reviews
Great Volunteers wrote:
Please check out ALL the wonderful VOLUNTEERISM that goes on at Molly's Adopt A Sailor. www.mollysadoptasailor.com Molly's Adopt a Sailor (MAS) is 100% run by military moms working towards a goal that NO US deployed troop will be forgotten while serving... more »
Veterans
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Chetana Global Foundation
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 34 reviews
Ravi V. wrote:
Very good charitable organization.Like to volunteer always more »
Philanthropy
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Education, Travel & Culture
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.61765 stars 34 reviews
Brenda99 wrote:
Education, Travel & Culture strives to create positive lifelong relationships for everyone involved! more »
International
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Naia Tr for the Protection of Animals Animal Owners & Animal Ent
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.51515 stars 33 reviews
Arnold G. wrote:
NAIA is an organization that seeks to educate the public about animal issues, without all the emotion and bias that often colors the understanding of those issues. Using facts derived from independently conducted research and through consulting with experts... more »
Animals
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Oregon Jewish Museum Inc
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 32 reviews
RichieAndler wrote:
The Museum team of professionals and volunteers works miracles with a very tight budget and very small space. The exhibitions that have been created over the years are absolutely first class. The Museum could not do what it does without the energy and... more »
Arts & Culture
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Sail2Change
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 32 reviews
AlexEarl wrote:
Sail2Change has a truly unique and impactful mission that has the potential to change the course of young lives. In the course of changing these young lives future agents of change and leaders are created. If you care about young people at risk and helping... more »
Children & Youth
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The National Crittenton Foundation
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.86667 stars 30 reviews
lbelton wrote:
The National Crittenton Foundation provides guidance and support to the Crittenton Family of Agencies, all of whom serve at-risk young women in the U.S. I am Director of Florence Crittenton Programs of South Carolina in Charleston, SC. The National... more »
Children & Youth
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Breast Friends
- Location:
- Tigard, OR
4.96296 stars 27 reviews
Maurice F. wrote:
I was told about Breast Friends from a Dear Friend who has battled and beat breast cancer....I was not sure what to expect or what was expected from me....but I went to help mail out letters and forms.....Who knew that the people and organization was... more »
Health
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Friends of Trees
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.66667 stars 27 reviews
Lonster wrote:
Friends of Trees is an amazingly great organization - as a 3rd generation Oregonian, I really appreciate their mission and their passion for grass roots community involvement. more »
Environment
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Techstart Education Foundation
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.92308 stars 26 reviews
gary-nashif wrote:
Our company is in the Technology Staffing Business. Even in times of high unemployment, we have that their is a 20% shortage of technology workers. Our economic future depends on the young people coming out of college with technology and engineering... more »
Technology
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See Turtles
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 24 reviews
Wan2dive wrote:
I am a very choosy donor and as part of my research I joined one of their volunteer trips. I can say without hesitation that SEE Turtles is making an impact where it matters most, protecting vulnerable nesting sites, as well as their other related programs.... more »
Animals
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Oregon Humane Society
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.54167 stars 24 reviews
LoveOHS wrote:
I am a donor as well as a volunteer. From the start, OHS has been the best investment that I've ever made with my charity contributions. OHS is a visionary facility always looking forward to implementing concrete, realistic goals. It has extremely... more »
Animals
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StoveTeam International
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 23 reviews
aviatorbdm wrote:
The work Stove Team does is invaluable and incalculatable. This is a simple concept but can make an enormous impact on peoples lives. Keep up the great work! more »
Environment
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Petros Network
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.8 stars 20 reviews
Doug36 wrote:
I have watched this ministry for five years and have the deepest respect for those who are leading it. They have a deep concern and respect for the people they are working with in Ethiopia and other countries in that region. I know that the work they... more »
International
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Mercy Corps
- Location:
- Portland, OR
3.52632 stars 19 reviews
Cyndy Lane wrote:
Mercy Corps is the first charity my husband and I donate to in the event of any global crisis or disaster. They are usually on the ground before any other agencies, probably because they are already "in country". We became aware of Mercy Corps because... more »
International
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NorthStar Clubhouse
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.89474 stars 19 reviews
Jeremy.O wrote:
I have been an active member of NorthStar clubhouse for over six months now. In that time I have found a part time job through NorthStar. I am currently working thanks to that, and I still am going to NorthStar a few times a week. I enjoy the atmosphere... more »
Mental Health
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PDXWildlife
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 19 reviews
Writer wrote:
Carefully thought out and well-planned conservation program, working with giant pandas in Sichuan, China.The directors of the organization are incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and informative -- always able to fit a question or two into their... more »
Animals
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Portland Rescue Mission
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4 stars 18 reviews
jenna5 wrote:
I love what this organization stands for, and believe in the work they are doing in the lives of men and women. What I love even more, is the way my life changes, after every interaction with this organization and the people they serve. When you volunteer,... more »
Homeless & Housing
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Blanchet House
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 18 reviews
Michelle102 wrote:
I've had a chance to work at the Blanchet House a few times through the Hands On Portland website and this place is great. The staff that runs this operation day in and day out is great - they are concerned about the well being of those they serve and... more »
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Potluck in the Park
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 17 reviews
Steve DeAngelo wrote:
My company has supported Potluck in the Park for over 20 years. As a caterer, feeding those less fortunate is a natural extension of giving back to the community. We donate time, resources, food and money to an organization that continues to see the need... more »
Food
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Trauma Intervention Program NW
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 16 reviews
SandraLR wrote:
I have been a volunteer for the Trauma Intervention Program since 2001. The skills that are taught in the Academy will be foundation for any new person to be and effective volunteer on any call. With monthly continuing education meetings the skills stay... more »
Human Services
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Ronald McDonald House Charities of Oregon and Southwest Washington
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.9375 stars 16 reviews
MickeyJenson wrote:
My husband and I have been working at Ronald McDonald for close to 2 years now. We could not be happier with our experiences and the organization it is. We didn't know a lot about it before being involved but it has exceeded our expectations in it's value... more »
Health
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Blueprint Ensemble Arts and Theatre Initiative
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 14 reviews
Writer wrote:
Blueprint Ensemble Arts and Theatre Initiative is an amazing Portland-based performing arts and choral organization. I am so glad that our city has a non-profit that expands the performing arts and music scene, focusing on making it accessible to people... more »
Arts & Culture
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Child Aid
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 14 reviews
Richard Saulsbury wrote:
I was a member of 16 person volunteer team who, in November of 2010, had the opportunity to work in and observe in a Guatemalan village school in which Child Aid has been working for improved children's literacy. Although the school was then on vacation,... more »
Education
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Playwrite
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 13 reviews
megan3 wrote:
I recently had my first Playwrite experience. It is an amazing program. I was very moved to see the work that the children that had so bravely shared. Their stories were touching and profound and I respect the struggle and feelings they must have... more »
Arts & Culture
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Green Empowerment
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.92308 stars 13 reviews
Craig G. wrote:
What impresses me about Green Empowerment is their focus and effectiveness. They are focused on providing two essentials to those in need: clean water and electricity powered by renewable energy. They are effective because the projects... more »
Environment
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Ukandu
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 13 reviews
Jordan R. H. wrote:
From a camper battling childhood cancer, to now a staff member, and this last year on the staff leadership team... This camp has brought nothing but joy, support, and “family” to a horrible disease that affected my family and I at a young age. It... more »
Children & Youth
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JOIN
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 12 reviews
kjblake wrote:
Join is an exceptional results-focussed organization with amazing placement and retention rates for such a small orgainzation. The philosopy is simple and works to assist individuals and families in the Portland Area. I am a Board Member who has contributed... more »
Children & Youth
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Portland Animal Welfare Team
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.08333 stars 12 reviews
boardmember6 wrote:
PAWTeam is a sound and thriving nonprofit. It is not flawed, structurally or otherwise. Quite distinct from having any sort of "control" or "oversight" problems at all, the organization has in fact been admirably managed and operated past a series of... more »
Animals
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HomeShare Oregon
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 12 reviews
JanCat wrote:
It's a success story, I can't believe how Home Share Oregon made it so simple to find just the right person that matches my requirements for a share person. The reading material given to me suggested what to include in my profile about compatibility... more »
Homeless & Housing
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SMART Reading
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.90909 stars 11 reviews
audrey4 wrote:
It was so much fun being a reading mentor with the Oregon SMART program. It was great to see how excited students would be for their reading time! I only wish I had known about the program sooner. I volunteered during my last two quarters at the U of... more »
Education
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Child Centered Solutions
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 11 reviews
katiejeremiah wrote:
Child Centered Solutions is a great resource for any families who are going through conflict, whether it be divorce, or other transition. It educates families so they are able to communicate with their children and give them a voice. The children's... more »
Children & Youth
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Friends of the Children-Portland
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.81818 stars 11 reviews
Mark Chussil wrote:
(I'm writing as an Advisor to Friends of the Children - Portland. I'm also a Donor, an incoming Board Member, and I'm a professional with expertise in a related field.) I have watched Friends of the Children through several lenses. FOTC looks... more »
Children & Youth
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The Shadow Project
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 11 reviews
LyonsPDX wrote:
The real impact on our learning challenged children is remarkable and measureable. The Shadow Project program is now expanding to additional school districts in east Multnomah County that serve more lower income families. With more expansion and growth... more »
Education
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Amsha Africa Foundation
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.90909 stars 11 reviews
kim3 wrote:
Amsha Africa Foundation works with impoverished communities in Africa, providing life-saving supplies. I've worked with this organization for the past year and been involved in food distribution, water and sanitation projects, educating the rural population... more »
Environment
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Friends of Outdoor School
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 10 reviews
Blossom wrote:
Friends of Outdoor school provided the opportunity for me to be a student leader for outdoor school with sixth graders, which was such a great gift to me. As a student leader I gained lots of confidence that I didn't have and came to believe that I am... more »
Children & Youth
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International School
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 10 reviews
mollycnm wrote:
My elder daughter started 3rd grade today and her sister 1st. This is the start of our family's 6th year at TIS. We have had the most amazing learning experience at TIS. My girls are fully immersed in Mandarin Chinese language and culture while at the... more »
Education
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YouthVenture
- Location:
- Beaverton, OR
4.9 stars 10 reviews
GauriArora wrote:
YouthVenture is an amazing organization that truly supports BIPOC-owned businesses. Through their podcast, PDX Business Spotlight, they spotlight BIPOC-owned businesses in the Portland/Beaverton area, and share their story to the world. They have spotlighted... more »
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Soltrekker
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 10 reviews
ted-gleichman wrote:
SolTrekker, with its beautiful fully-renewable eco-RV, combines the best of both worlds for students and teachers: It provides the excitement of a field trip, with presentations that students love. And it brings that excitement to the school door, dramatically... more »
Education
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CASCADE BEAGLE RESCUE
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 9 reviews
BeagleWoman wrote:
I’ve adopted from Cascade Beagle rescue and so has my mom. These dogs sometimes have the saddest stories, yet the love they give heals all hearts! Ours, if we have lost a previous pet to old age, and theirs, if they had a bit of a not-so-great life... more »
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Oregon Child Abuse Solutions (OCAS)
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 9 reviews
toc412 wrote:
OCAS is an incredible organization that works behind the scenes across Oregon to make a huge impact for kids and their communities. As someone who has experienced abuse, their work is very close to my heart. I appreciate the passion, knowledge, insight,... more »
Crime & Law
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Coalition of Advocates for Equal Access for Girls
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.66667 stars 9 reviews
paiespinosa wrote:
The Coalition has made a tremendous difference in Oregon ensuring that girls and young women receive the gender responsive services they need. After passage of legislation requiring all state agencies to provide gender specific services this all volunteer... more »
Civil Rights
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Portland Refugee Support Group
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 8 reviews
Angela Dildine Swan wrote:
PRSG truly cares about the families it is helping. These individuals work consistently to meet the needs of their clients and have dedicated resources to help with financial aid, mental health, education and social support. Their leadership is... more »
Human Services
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Global Backpack Project
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 7 reviews
jhaley wrote:
I am from the US but live and work in Uganda. Part of my job here is acting as Organizational Capacity Builder for a local Community Development Organization here called Butakoola Village Association for Development (BUVAD). BUVAD works in central Uganda... more »
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Alliance for a Healthier Generation Inc.
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.42857 stars 7 reviews
Peggy Johns wrote:
The Alliance for a Healthier Generation is a national organization that is truly making a difference in children’s lives. With their singular focus to turn the tide on childhood obesity, they have assembled an outstanding staff…with a can do attitude.... more »
Children & Youth
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SCRAP Creative Reuse
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.71429 stars 7 reviews
Tammy16 wrote:
Scrap is a great place to shop and a great place to donate your bulk items. It's perfect for crafty folks, great for kids, and amazing for teachers! I get all kinds of creative items and ideas for my classroom there! more »
Arts & Culture
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Feral Cat Coalition of Oregon
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.5 stars 6 reviews
Anne29 wrote:
From what I've seen, the FCC of Oregon is a first-class organization. I had several strays and ferals in my neighborhood. When I chose to become their caregiver, FCC was there to help with low-cost surgery and vaccinations so these cats could be healthy... more »
Animals
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Postpartum Support International
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 6 reviews
kkaeni wrote:
The heart and mission of this organization is always centered. From the board, staff and hundreds of volunteers to the thousands of perinatal families who are supported yearly. I proudly offer PSI as a resource to all families in need of perinatal mental... more »
Mental Health
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The Portland Ballet
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.2 stars 5 reviews
cynkirk wrote:
Under the leadership of Nancy Davis and Jim Lane, each with Balanchine training and extensive, accomplished careers as ballet dancers, The Portland Ballet sets a high barre of excellence for its students. The young dancers respond well to this expectation... more »
Arts & Culture
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Sustainable Northwest
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.8 stars 5 reviews
Jed wrote:
I really appreciate how this organization works with communities to craft solutions that work for people, nature and wildlife. They don't work in a vacuum and decide what is best for others. more »
Environment
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Proud Ground
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 5 reviews
kathy20 wrote:
I love Proud Ground. I believe that home ownership is key to a just society with a level playing field and equal opportunity. When more folks can own their own home, more folks are then interested in and able to participate in their community while achieving... more »
Homeless & Housing
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Northwest Animal Companions
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 5 reviews
PriscillaP wrote:
We adopted two kittens from Northwest Animal Companions in 2021 and can't say enough good things about this group and adoption experience. They so obviously care about the well being of the animals. Our foster was fantastic in guiding us through the... more »
Human Services
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My Voice Music
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 4 reviews
ian wrote:
Mission: "My Voice Music is a nonprofit organization based in Portland Oregon that engages marginalized youth in music and performance in order to promote self-esteem, social skills and emotional expression." We work with local schools and non-profit... more »
Arts & Culture
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Artist Mentorship Program
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 4 reviews
tristanlemons wrote:
Artist Mentorship Program is one of those amazing programs where, after you hear the mission statement, you think, "BRILLIANT!". Homeless youth are in situations that can be very complicated and often need guidance, support and information. AMP allows... more »
Arts & Culture
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Dignity Village
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4 stars 4 reviews
cindy wrote:
I am a current member here at Dignity Village. I have lived here for almost 3 years now and if it weren't for the homeless encampment, I would have been on the streets here in Portland, Oregon. We are a self Goverened Community, membership ran, ran by... more »
Homeless & Housing
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Veteran Overland Foundation Inc
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 4 reviews
Shane H.1 wrote:
Being a member of Veteran Overland has been an amazing experience. From the very first event I attended to all the events in between, I have always been impressed with the leadership and the openness of everyone that participates in their events. It is... more »
Veterans
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CENTRAL CITY CONCERN INC
- Location:
- Portland, OR
1 stars 4 reviews
Sam W.2 wrote:
Currently trying to find someone who can answer my question. How can someone be banned from ccc property for threatening an employee if they have never step foot on property, never threatened an employee, never issued an exclusion notice, never allowed... more »
Mental Health
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Junior League of Portland
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 4 reviews
Katie S. wrote:
After moving halfway across the country, I joined the JLP to meet people and learn my way around Portland. I have gained SO much more. Not only have I accomplished my two original goals, but I've been trained to fully support nonprofits through fund... more »
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Oregon Center for Public Policy
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 3 reviews
userrmlan509 wrote:
As editor of the editorial board of Oregon's largest newspaper for 16 years, a member of the board for 22 years and the board's editorial columnist for 10 additional years, I call the following information to the attention of GreatNonprofits:The... more »
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Chess for Success
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 3 reviews
Victor L. wrote:
They have been great at giving us advice as we build our chess education organization, Learners Chess Academy, in Albuquerque. We have called them from time to time looking for advice or a perspective and they are always willing to share what they've... more »
Children & Youth
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OREGON DOG RESCUE
- Location:
- Portland, OR
2.33333 stars 3 reviews
Ruby's Mom wrote:
Oregon Dog Rescue is an all-breed, no-kill shelter. It is a 501(c) (3) non-profit organization started by two dedicated women with twelve years of experience with rescue dogs. We are an all-volunteer group who helps rehabilitate, groom, foster, run dogs... more »
Animals
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Trayarunya Foundation
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 3 reviews
Nitesh J. wrote:
Trayarunya Foundation is doing great work as well as excellent progess. They are solving education related problems for our young generation.Moreover, they are also spreading awareness on thalasseimia. It's an big step towards women health more »
Education
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Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition Inc
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 3 reviews
trytobegood wrote:
FPMT has some of the most amazing Charitable Projects that benefit so many, from offering all the food to all the monks in Sera Je Monastery for as long as the monastery exists, to saving animals that would otherwise be killed, to building holy objects,... more »
Animals
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Northwest Zen Sangha
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4.66667 stars 3 reviews
jstookey wrote:
Guided by the wisdom of our Abbots, Kyogen and Gyokuko Carlson, Dharma Rain Zen Center (DRZC) has been teaching people how to cultivate peace of mind for more than 25 years. From the Introduction to Meditation workshop to the multiple weekly opportunities... more »
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Advance Gender Equity In The Arts
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 3 reviews
JaneMantiri wrote:
I founded Advance Gender Equity in the Arts (AGE) 10 years ago. With the support of a dedicated board, staff, and countless donors and patrons in Portland and nationally, we have been flourishing. AGE empowers the artists whose voices have been silenced... more »
Arts & Culture
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Oregon Food Bank Inc
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 3 reviews
nelsondrea wrote:
I love volunteering for Oregon Food Bank. I have gone with school groups and with my children, and here's what I love about it: * It's easy. A very personable coordinator explains what the task for the day is (measuring rice, re-labeling product... more »
Civil Rights
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Brian Grant Foundation
- Location:
- Portland, OR
3.33333 stars 3 reviews
bobn wrote:
This non-profit has done very little with the tremendous amount of money they have received. It operates primarily as a jobs program for its staff and allows them to play golf with celebrities. There are far more effective organizations to give your money... more »
Health
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The Oregon Foundation for Reproductive Health
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 2 reviews
pdxgeek wrote:
The OFRH is a wonderful organization, working towards ensuring Oregon women have access to reproductive healthcare as well as Emergency Birth Control (EBC). OFRH does not provide direct services, but rather is helping to educate pharmacists and healthcare... more »
Civil Rights
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Kinship House
- Location:
- Portland, OR
3 stars 2 reviews
patti4 wrote:
Kinship House provided excellent mental health counseling to our two foster children, whom we did end up adopting. We had been to other agencies, but they didn't really understand attachment problems. Kinship House also understands that much of the... more »
Children & Youth
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NORTHWEST SARCOMA FOUNDATION
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 2 reviews
Becca Z. wrote:
NW Sarcoma Foundation is dedicated to helping sarcoma patients and raising money for research. They are caring and knowledgeable and their work and help is invaluable to those of us living with and fighting this disease. Sarcomas are rare cancers, often... more »
Human Services
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Street Roots
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 2 reviews
kvrfan wrote:
The homeless need a voice, and Street Roots provides it. Its pages are filled with articles not only for, but by, the street community. In offering this voice, it not only is a newspaper--it is a community. Too many forces are aligned to marginalize those... more »
Homeless & Housing
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National Alliance on Mental Illness of Clackamas County
- Location:
- Milwaukie, OR
5 stars 2 reviews
mveenker wrote:
It was because of NAMI Clackamas and it volunteers that I was better able to understand my daughter, learn how to advocate for her and navigate complex systems of care. It is because of NAMI Clackamas volunteers that the housing that she lived in for... more »
Health
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ETHOS INC
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 2 reviews
Erica Delehoy wrote:
Ethos is a fantastic organization that provides essential enrichment opportunities. If it wasn't for Ethos, many kids in Portland would not have music in their lives. more »
Arts & Culture
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Health In Harmony Inc
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 2 reviews
Alex65 wrote:
I spent 6 weeks with HIH/ASRI at their site in Borneo as a medical student. Given a lifelong interest in environmental sustainability as well as human health, I was attracted to the program by the mission of providing healthcare while protecting the rainforest.... more »
Environment
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Sisters Of The Road
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 2 reviews
Orion L. wrote:
When I can I try to support Sisters because I feel like they make a real difference in the lives of homeless families, WHILE the same time working on the root causes of homelessness. Their founder Genny Nelson has been a key player in Portland's efforts... more »
Human Services
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Benefit Brownies
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 2 reviews
paxmom wrote:
Doing a wonderful job raising awareness of the hungry in our community and finding new and better ways to get the resources to the people who need them. This group harnesses outreach, coordination, compassion and passion for helping others in wonderful... more »
Food
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Medical Teams International
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 2 reviews
Renae5 wrote:
Medical Teams has an impact locally and globally. They work to improve and save lives with Mobile Dental vans, doctors and nurse teams working in countries in need and even sending volunteers to build stoves to improve respiratory health in places where... more »
Education
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Northwest Housing Alternatives Inc
- Location:
- Milwaukie, OR
1 stars 2 reviews
mmisenti wrote:
Northwest Housing Alternatives is a terrible nonprofit. They seem to hate their tenants. And they think that their properties don't need to be kept very well beause they are subsidized. more »
Homeless & Housing
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Cascade Aids Project
- Location:
- Portland, OR
3 stars 2 reviews
Kate J. wrote:
Our daughter - in her 20's, before going back to school for a nursing degree - had a half-time internship with Cascade AIDS Project from late 2009 through 2010, and we were so impressed with what we learned of CAP's services. She worked in the program... more »
Health
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Girls Inc. of the Pacific Northwest
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 2 reviews
Kellythartman wrote:
I worked with Girls Inc for over a year and loved every minute of it. The way they are able to impact the students in their programs is incredible and ranges from health and wellness to relationships and self-esteem. The staff and volunteers are so passionate... more »
Children & Youth
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OUTSIDE IN
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 2 reviews
lighthouse wrote:
This organization provides first rate service and is an excellent organization for providing healthcare to indigent and often homeless youth. more »
Children & Youth
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Albertina Kerr Centers
- Location:
- Portland, OR
3 stars 2 reviews
CaringNurse wrote:
Poorly managed subacute program. Terrible working conditions. Under trained and educated staff working with vunerable children and adults. No value for its employees. High turn over rate. Poor morale. Healthcare professionals avoid this employer. more »
Children & Youth
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NORTHWEST KIDNEY KIDS INC
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 2 reviews
Ashsimonds wrote:
Great organization to volunteer for. My husband, our two kids and I have been volunteering yearly for the past 3 years for the family camp. My husband is a dialysis patient and our kids are extremely comfortable with all aspects of dialysis however this... more »
Children & Youth
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Store To Door
- Location:
- Portland, OR
4 stars 2 reviews
Janice20 wrote:
You have aging parents, they want to stay independent as long as possible. Store to Door shops and delivers groceries to those who can no longer shop for themselves. The volunteers are amazing and the attention to detail is five star. they double and... more »
Disabilities
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SUNSHINE DIVISION PORTLAND POLICE DEPT
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 2 reviews
Southpaw97209 wrote:
I've been involved in a number of nonprofits as a volunteer, donor, and consultant and few are like the Sunshine Division. As a donor, I focus my gifts on organizations who directly serve the local community in a tangible way. Sunshine Division has... more »
Food
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Elders in Action
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
Nuke wrote:
I started volunteering at Elders in Action when I was in school getting a Gerontology degree. They have some great volunteer programs that are very flexible and very rewarding. I was able to learn about and connect with a lot of great resources and... more »
Civil Rights
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Free Geek
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
peterc wrote:
Ground breaking nonprofit. Recycling used PCs, installing open source operating systems, and providing education to people who receive their computers. Their model is being duplicated all over the country. more »
Environment
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Friends Of The Columbia Gorge
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
Land_Trust_Accreditation_Commission wrote:
Friends of the Columbia Gorge and its affiliate, Friends of the Columbia Gorge Land Trust became an accredited land trust in August 2019, a status that can be renewed every five years. Accreditation means Friends of the Columbia Gorge and its affiliate,... more »
Environment
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MARTINIAMINC Educational, Research Development, Advanced Placement Courses and Links
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
MARTINIAMINC wrote:
My Experience, with MARTINIAMINC and staff has been great. I have learn a lot by developing MARTINIAMINC programs and curriculum. I put 4 of my children through MARTINIAMINC programs. I have a grat MARTINIAMINC research and educational Consultant team... more »
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Dove Lewis Emergency Animal Hospital Inc
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
ultraspeck1 wrote:
We have had to have 2 of our sweet boys put down after illnesses. The care and true kindness of the staff helped them and us. The setting for our goodbyes was soothing and unrushed allowing our last moments to be peaceful. Because of their mission I... more »
Animals
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LGBTQ Community Center Fund
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
MarieF wrote:
The Q Center offers a safe and supportive environment for the LGBTQ and ally communities. The center has a wonderful group of staff and volunteers who work tirelessly to advocate for social justice and equality. They regularly host and support wonderful... more »
Civil Rights
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Impact NW
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
Susan231 wrote:
Impact NW helps people prosper through a community of support. Over 3,000 volunteers help 160 staff support tens of thousands of low income people annually to achieve independence. From ensuring children get a healthy start in life by supporting the... more »
Children & Youth
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Global Service Corps
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
ltoland wrote:
I spent four months volunteering with Global Service Corps in Tanzania during the fall of 2013. I participated in their Sustainable Agriculture and Food Security program during which time we traveled to numerous villages to lead organic agriculture community... more »
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RETURNING VETERANS Project
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
cdcurry wrote:
This organization provides a service like no other. As a veteran who uses their services, it has helped to heal and to continue to heal from PTSD as well as the chronic pain I have. It is free and confidential. The providers they have are some of the... more »
Mental Health
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Young Musicians And Artists
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
marky wrote:
This is one of the finest music and arts camps I have ever had the privilege of being a part of. It is an incubator for the arts patrons of tomorrow -- because without organizations that teach the arts to our kids, the arts will shrink away to nothing. more »
Arts & Culture
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International STEM League, Inc (aka Ten80 Foundation, Inc)
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
findjeannie wrote:
I’ve worked and volunteered for iNSL for more than 2 decades and watched kids that never passed a state test turn into math loving problem solvers. Long history and federal research with outside evaluators mean you can trust their results. more »
Technology
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CREATIVE ARTS COMMUNITY
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
appliedbrain wrote:
The Creative Arts Community is a non-profit organization in Portland, Oregon. Everyone interested, from the total novice to seasoned professional, is invited to find his or her own creative path. Every summer since 1966 the Creative Arts Community... more »
Arts & Culture
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Candlelighters For Children With Cancer
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
Sharla V. wrote:
Candlelighters gave us a place to "land" when we were swimming in the midst of our son's cancer diagnosis. Austin was diagnosed with Retinoblastoma, age 4 Oct 2009. Candlelighters provided dinners at the hospital when we didn't have time to grab a bite... more »
Cancer
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Uphold Our Troops Inc
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
ColdKramer wrote:
I am so grateful for Uphold Our Troops, and everyone involved with this organization. They are the only reason I am able to attend the amazing psilocybin facilitator training program at Clinical Cognitive. It is because of them that I will be able to... more »
Job Training
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Morrison Child & Family Services
- Location:
- Portland, OR
1 stars 1 review
username543210 wrote:
I never leave reviews, and I've worked at numerous nonprofits. This is the first time I've ever given anything a one star. Absolute nightmare. Worked here a year. Leaving next week. more »
Children & Youth
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Death With Dignity National Center
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
Brenda_W wrote:
I support Death with Dignity. My very dear grandparents both died from cancer. Really, they died from voluntary refusal of food and fluids, pumped with morphine (that barely managed their pain) as a result of the cancer that was killing them.... more »
Civil Rights
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MERRY HEART CHILDRENS CAMP
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
Kyleen wrote:
I have been a counselor at Merry Hearts for coming on 6+ years. Before volunteering at Merry Hearts I never talked about my CHD and hid it from the world. In my time there I have not only grown to love and feel empowered by my CHD, but the members... more »
Children & Youth
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JESUIT VOLUNTEER CORPS (JVC) NORTHWEST
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
lehto.erik wrote:
My time with JVC Northwest was truly transformative. It is a powerful force for good, enabling laypeople to serve, true to Catholic social teaching, those who are most vulnerable in our society. more »
Philanthropy
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Loopt Foundation
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
Anniespdx wrote:
This is an incredible nonprofit that is truly making a difference through education as well as doing the real work to ensure that the textile industry becomes more sustainable. They've already ensured that a million pounds of textiles did not go into... more »
Environment
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HARAMBEE CENTRE INC
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
0763390417 wrote:
the African community society and self help project talking of the true democracy in our country we as business administrator and practitioner, have met on 13 June 2000, and decided to start a new initiative that benefits of the unemployed workers. and... more »
Arts & Culture
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PORTLAND YOUTHBUILDERS
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
allison wrote:
I have referred young people to Portland YouthBuilders for the past six years and I have seen how they turn kids' lives around. I am impressed with the level of professionalism on staff and the strong sense of community that they offer to each young... more »
Children & Youth
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Quadriplegics United Against Dependency Inc
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
cheryl9 wrote:
This strong organization does so much good with very limited resources! I've met so many people here who are severely physically disabled, but still believe they can make a big difference in the world. They just need to know that they have a roof over... more »
Civil Rights
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Friends of the Columbia Gorge Inc.
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
Land_Trust_Accreditation_Commission wrote:
Friends of the Columbia Gorge and its affiliate, Friends of the Columbia Gorge Land Trust became an accredited land trust in August 2019, a status that can be renewed every five years. Accreditation means Friends of the Columbia Gorge and its affiliate,... more »
Environment
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L'Arche USA
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
Abilities wrote:
L'Arche is an International Federation dedicated to the creation and growth of homes, programs, and support networks with people who have intellectual disabilities. It was founded in 1964 when Jean Vanier, the son of Canadian Governor General Georges... more »
Disabilities
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LifeWorks NW
- Location:
- Portland, OR
1 stars 1 review
gb0223 wrote:
DO NOT GO HERE unless you have no choice. At this point I would rather have literally gone this last year without therapy, and been better off. I have a lot of experience with therapists and this has been my worst by far. Currently this location has NO... more »
Mental Health
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The Pongo Fund
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
johnathans24 wrote:
I recently fell into poverty and brought two cats along with me... They mean so much to I couldn’t bare to loose them too. I was going hungry at times struggling to make sure they were fed. Then we found the Pongo Fund. They showed so much concern for... more »
Animals
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National Urban Housing & Economic Community Development Corporation
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
eandcjacksons wrote:
This organization is about helping people help themselves and about second chances for those with barriers to employment. It's about helping veterans, prior offenders, at-risk youth and others become taxpayers instead of tax consumers. And it's about... more »
Job Training
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Fora Health, Inc.
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
MEME165353 wrote:
While volunteer opportunities with De Paul can be limited at times, their work is top notch. As a community volunteer and friend of parents with a teenager with addiction issues, I know that they were very satisfied with the treatment and care their... more »
Mental Health
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p:ear
- Location:
- Portland, OR
5 stars 1 review
Writer wrote:
P:ear saved my life. I came there directly off an amtrack bus while i was homeless and very new to Portland. I worked with p:ear as a studio space, daytime drop in center and resource for education and activities. I went hiking, i got hot meals and socks,... more »
Arts & Culture
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XRAY.FM
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Our mission is to hold a microphone up to the best and most distinctive of Portland. To build a culturally relevant center for... more »
Arts & Culture
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REAP, Inc.
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To proactively ignite, elevate and engage the next wave of leaders for the future now. more »
Children & Youth
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TRILLIUM FAMILY SERIVCES INC
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Trillium Family Services is dedicated to promoting healthy growth and development for children and adolescents through effective,... more »
Children & Youth
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PDX Cat Trapper
- Location:
- PORTLAND, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
PDX Cat Trapper focuses on lessening the suffering and community impact of feral, stray and community cats through high-volume... more »
Animals
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Audubon Society of Portland
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To promote the enjoyment, understanding and protection of native birds, other wildlife and their habitats. more »
Environment
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Refugee Education Project
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
REP’s Mission is to invest in young African refugee students and help them access quality advanced education in Rwanda. Paying... more »
Education
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Paying It Forward Store
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
We are out there to help folks have decent clothes to help make them feel better when they are struggling. more »
Arts & Culture
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Rebuilding Together Portland
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Rebuilding Together Portland's mission is to improve and enhance the quality of life of low-income homeowners by providing needed... more »
Homeless & Housing
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Portland Fellowship
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Portland Fellowship is a local organization dedicated to equipping and uniting churches and individuals to effectively communicate... more »
Religion
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Cascadia Behavioral Healthcare Inc
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Cascadia behavioral healthcare delivers whole health care - integrated mental health and addiction services, primary care, and... more »
Mental Health
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Homeless & Housing
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Garden Home Community Library
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To serve patrons and the diverse community with professional and friendly service, quality materials and quick access to the resources... more »
Education
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PAEMA
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
PAEMA is dedicated to preventing and ending mass atrocities by amplifying the integral role of community-centered solutions. We... more »
Civil Rights
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GLOBIO
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Our mission is to engage children in cross-cultural dialog and understanding, inspiring them to protect the diversity of all life... more »
Education
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Open Hearts Open Minds
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
OHOM serves current and former incarcerated Oregonians by cultivating positive change through mentorship, dialogue and the arts. more »
Arts & Culture
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PORTLAND OPERA ASSOCIATION INC
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Portland Opera exists to inspire, challenge and uplift our audiences by creating productions of high artistic quality that celebrate... more »
Arts & Culture
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Elakha Alliance
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To restore a healthy population of sea otters to the Oregon coast and to thereby make Oregon’s marine and coastal ecosystem... more »
Animals
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The ALS Association, Oregon and SW WA Chapter
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Leading the fight to treat and cure als through global research and nationwide advocacy while also empowering people with als... more »
Health
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DONATE LIFE NORTHWEST
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To save lives and improve health through the promotion of organ, eye and tissue donation. more »
Health
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Children & Youth
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First Image
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
At First Image, we are compelled by the love of Jesus Christ to empower women facing an unexpected pregnancy to make life-affirming... more »
Health
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MIKE Program
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
MIKE Program empowers youth to be ambassadors of health in service to their diverse communities through mentorship, partnership,... more »
Children & Youth
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Human Services
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Life Expanding Adventure Program
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To empower those facing adversity and trauma by providing therapeutic wilderness programs; to change lives by developing and sustaining... more »
Human Services
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Education
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Environment
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ReBuilding Center
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To inspire people to value and discover existing resources to strengthen the social and environmental vitality of communities. Community... more »
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Arts & Culture
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Vertuelab
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Create economic growth and environmental protection through funding and support for clean technology researchers and startups.... more »
Technology
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Coalition Of Oregon Land Trusts
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To serve and strengthen land trusts in oregon. more »
Environment
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YOUTH PROGRESS ASSOCIATION
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Youth Progress Association provides opportunities to Oregon’s at-risk youth. The majority of our clients have either... more »
Mental Health
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Community Law Project
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Our mission is to expand access to necessary legal services by reaching out to everyday people in the Portland metro area. We... more »
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PRIDE NORTHWEST INC
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Produce events for civic education more »
Civil Rights
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Animals
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The Pathfinder Network
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Pathfinders of oregon is a social services agency whose mission is to break the cycle of criminality, by providing cognitive-based... more »
Human Services
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Human Services
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L'Arche Nehalem
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
At L’Arche Nehalem people with and without developmental disabilities work together to create home and build community. Those... more »
Disabilities
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Cedar Mill Community Librar
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To provide public library services, as a member of the washington county cooperative library services, in the cedar mill and bethany... more »
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Birthingway College Of Midwifery
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To set the standard for educating excellent entry level and continuing practitioners of the midwifery arts and sciences within... more »
Education
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Mental Health
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DePaul Industries
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To provide employment opportunities for people with disabilities. more »
Job Training
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De Rose Community Bridge And Holistic Wellness
- Location:
- Burnside Street , OR
0 stars 0 reviews
As a non for profit we engaged in empowering immigrants and refugees, putting special attention to the well-being of women and... more »
Mental Health
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Portland-Kaohsiung Sister City Association
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To promote sister city international more »
International
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Coda Inc.
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Coda's mission is to significantly reduce mental health, alcohol and drug problems and their social, health, and behavioral consequences... more »
Mental Health
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LIBRARY FOUNDATION INC SERVING THE PEOPLE OF MULTNOMAH COUNTY
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
The library foundation enhances our library's leadership, innovation and reach, helping multnomah county library address emerging... more »
Education
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Animal Community Talks
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Creating a well-informed and collaborative animal care community by providing accessible opportunities for education and networking. more »
Animals
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CHILDRENS HEALING ART PROJECT INC
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
CHAP brings the healing power of art to children and families facing medical challenges. Each week, CHAP teaching artists and... more »
Arts & Culture
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SPOON
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
SPOON’s mission is to transform nutrition and feeding practices for children living without permanent families and those with... more »
Human Services
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1000 Friends Of Oregon
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Our mission is working with Oregonians to enhance our quality of life by building livable urban and rural communities, protecting... more »
Food
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Education
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COMMUNITY WAREHOUSE
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Our mission is to help vulnerable populations improve the quality of their lives and become self-sufficient by providing them... more »
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NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Our mission is to bring neighbors together to reduce hunger and homelessness and to educate both young and old. We strengthen... more »
Education
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Lloyd Ecodistrict
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Lloyd EcoDistrict engages the community, forms partnerships, and develops programs that create a connected, prosperous, and resilient... more »
Environment
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Oregon Health & Science University Foundation
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Oregon Health & Science University Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to secure private philanthropic support for... more »
Education
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WILD SALMON CENTER
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
The mission of the Wild Salmon Center is to protect the healthiest and most productive wild salmon, steelhead, and trout ecosystems... more »
Animals
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METROPOLITAN FAMILY SERVICE
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To move beyond the limitations of poverty, inequity and social isolation. more »
Children & Youth
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Music Workshop
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Music Workshop was created by a group of parents and educators from Portland, Oregon to bring more music education opportunities... more »
Arts & Culture
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Easter Seals Oregon
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Today, millions of Easter Seals clients, children and adults with disabilities and their families, lead improved lives because... more »
Health
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United Way Of The Columbia- Williamette
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
"Helping people, changing lives, making every contribution count." United Way advances the common good in the four-county Portland/Vancouver... more »
Philanthropy
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Nonprofit Association of Oregon
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
The mission of the Nonprofit Association of Oregon is to strengthen the collective voice, leadership, and capacity of nonprofits... more »
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CONDUIT DANCE INC
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Conduit dance inc. Is dedicated to the advancement of contemporary dance through programs that encourage the creation, production... more »
Arts & Culture
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Oregon State Parks Foundation
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Our mission is to raise funds to enhance and preserve special places and experiences in Oregon’s parks, now and for generations... more »
Arts & Culture
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Baby Blues Connection
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
The mission of baby blues connection is to provide support, information and resources to women and families coping with pregnancy... more »
Health
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Animals
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Mck Pdx Inc
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Overcoming barriers to food security by cooking and delivering cost-free family meals to those in need, no questions asked. more »
Food
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Lovingkindness Vietnam
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
The mission of Lovingkindness Vietnam is to directly aid those in need throughout the area surrounding Nha Trang, Vietnam. We... more »
International
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Animals
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NORTHWEST PORTLAND MINISTRIES INC
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Lift urban portlands mission is to reduce hunger and improve the lives of low-income residents of northwest and downtown portland.... more »
Human Services
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INN HOME FOR BOYS
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
The Inn expands possibilties and opportunities for youth and their families. The Inn'program staff develop the whole person focusing... more »
Mental Health
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Society of St Vincent de Paul Portland Council
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is a worldwide Catholic organization of laypersons, open to all who wish to live their faith... more »
Human Services
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The American Marketing Association Portland Chapter
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To further the knowledge and skills of local marketing professionals through the education of the members and promotion of networking... more »
Arts & Culture
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Oregon Council On Problem Gambling
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To promote the health of Oregonians through supporting efforts to reduce gambling-related harm. more »
Mental Health
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PERIOD.
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
PERIOD. aims to eradicate period poverty and stigma through service, education and advocacy. more »
Civil Rights
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Hope Lost
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
On April 22nd, 2016, my girlfriend and I found out she was 2 weeks pregnant, but shortly after we were given the news, we found... more »
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Ecotrust
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Ecotrust’s mission is to inspire fresh thinking that creates economic opportunity, social equity, and environmental well-being.... more »
Environment
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New Narrative
- Location:
- Tigard, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
From clinical care and peer support programs to housing, we provide resources so people seeking mental health care can develop... more »
Mental Health
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Faithful Friends
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To cultivate mentor relationships that inspire growth, resilience, and hope. more »
Children & Youth
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ALL GODS CHILDREN INTERNATIONAL
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Provide support to orphans through relief services and adoption more »
International
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Cerimon House
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To promote sustainable arts ecosystems, strong communities, vibrant arts, educational and cultural experiences, and ceremony more »
Arts & Culture
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COMMUNITY ALLIANCE OF TENANTS
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
CAT's mission is to educate and empower Oregon tenants to demand affordable, stable and safe rental homes. more »
Homeless & Housing
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Raphael House Of Portland
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
We believe everyone deserves to live a life free of violence. The mission of raphael house is to engage our entire community in... more »
Homeless & Housing
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Health
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Project Bloom
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To provide transitional housing and counseling to newly homeless low income women with and without minor children. more »
Homeless & Housing
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Hand In Hand Center For Jewish-Arab Education In Israel (American Friends)
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Hand in Hand advances equality and a society shared by all citizens of Israel. We pursue this mission through: (1) operating the... more »
Civil Rights
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NOE International
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
The mission of NOE International is to transform the lives of people by integrating Christ's love and teachings into educational... more »
Philanthropy
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Northwest Native Chamber
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
NWNC is dedicated to working with all members of the community to transform the economic landscape for Native People in the Northwest. more »
Economic Development
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Food
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Forest Park Conservancy
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
The Friends of Forest Park's roots date back to 1946, when a group of Portland citizens joined to create a forest park in Portland's... more »
Environment
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Education
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Boys & Girls Clubs of Portland Metropolitan Area
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Our mission is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring,... more »
Children & Youth
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Friends of Gateway Green
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
FRIENDS OF GATEWAY GREEN, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation, was created to help turn an unused swath of land between two freeways... more »
Sports
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Feed The Mass
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Empower, Educate, and Serve Through Food A Portland based 501c3 nonprofit, Feed the Mass was established by Chef Jacobsen Valentine... more »
Food
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Hygiene4All
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Hygiene4All works for a city that enhances the health and well-being of ALL residents through community connection and advocacy... more »
Job Training
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Oregon Wildlife Foundation
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
THE FOUNDATION PROVIDES FUNDING FOR VARIOUS CONSERVATION IMPROVEMENTS, FISH HATCHERY IMPROVEMENTS, AND WILDLIFE HABITATS FOR OREGON... more »
Animals
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Creative Cares
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
CREATIVECARES MISSION To match creative professionals with organizations in need—locally, regionally and globally. NON-PROFIT... more »
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Animals
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Cool Roof Rating Council
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To implement and communicate fair, accurate, and credible radiative energy performance rating systems for roof surfaces. To support... more »
Environment
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All Hands Raised
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Education, Equity and Excellence from Cradle to Career more »
Education
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AOET~USA
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Aoet-usa is a christ-centered organization that engages supports to partner with aoet-uganda, providing orphans and vulnerable... more »
International
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MONTESSORI INSTITUTE NORTHWEST
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To provide education honoring the pedagogical principles of Dr. Maria Montessori by offering AMI Montessori teacher education,... more »
Education
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OPEN MEADOW ALTERNATIVE SCHOOLS INC
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
The mission of Open Meadow is to develop connection, capability, and confidence in disconnected youth through relationship-based,... more »
Education
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Portland Food Project
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
We have three goals: To provide a regular supply of food to hungry neighbors To create new neighborhood connections... more »
Food
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VOZ WORKERS RIGHTS EDUCATION PROJECT
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
VOZ Workers’ Rights Education Project (“VOZ”) is a worker-led organization that empowers immigrants and day laborers to... more »
Job Training
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Oregon Campus Compact
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Oregon campus compact provides civic and community engagement as a core educational approach for student development as citizens,... more »
Education
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Friends Of The Children-Portland Foundation
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
The foundation raises private donations and and manages investments for the future use of friends of the children-portland program.... more »
Children & Youth
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Meals on Wheels People
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Our meal supplies one third to one half of a senior adult's daily nutrition requirements. Seniors of all income levels are invited... more »
Food
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Incight C
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Unlocking the potential of people with disabilities. more »
Education
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OREGON MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry (OMSI) is a scientific, educational, and cultural resource center dedicated to improving... more »
Arts & Culture
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Oregon Society Of Artists
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Promoting the artistic and professional interests of our members. more »
Arts & Culture
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Portland Story Theater, Inc.
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Portland Story Theater believes that everyone has a story to tell. Our work gives voice to the true stories of ordinary people,... more »
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Maria Dusciuc Ministries Inc
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
The mission of this organization is to help the poor and needy families. We provide food,clothing, money and other necessary supplies.... more »
International
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Environment
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Deschutes River Alliance
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
The Deschutes River Alliance is a science-based advocacy organization seeking collaborative solutions to the threats facing the... more »
Environment
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CASA for Children
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
We advocate for the best interests of abused and neglected children who are in custody of the state and under the protection of... more »
Civil Rights
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Aurora Chorus Inc
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To inspire and reflect the universal yearning for peace by giving voice to women more »
Arts & Culture
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KITEBOARDING 4 CANCER
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Kiteboarding 4 Cancer is dedicated to bringing the healing power of wind and water to those affected by cancer through funding... more »
Health
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Ac Portland
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To empower students to lead healthy lives, succeed academically, and inspire positive community engagement. more »
Children & Youth
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INCLUSION INC
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Through Inclusion's relationships with our customers, families, their providers, the community, and within our organization, it... more »
Disabilities
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Religion
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Oregon CASA Network
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To strengthen Oregon CASA programs, so that every local program has sustainable resources to advocate for all children who are... more »
Children & Youth
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Children & Youth
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Hundredgivers
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Catalyzing sustainable, resilient communities by inspiring individuals, organizations and businesses to mobilize for better environmental... more »
Food
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Madonnas Center For Life
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
We are all-volunteer staffed and distribute donated goods of essential items for parents to be able to take care of their children... more »
Human Services
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International
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The Climate Trust
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Building upon a legacy of innovation and leadership in the carbon market, The Climate Trust mobilizes conservation finance to... more »
Environment
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Bradley-Angle House
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Bradley Angle’s mission is to offer survivors of domestic and sexual violence options for safety, empowerment, healing and... more »
Mental Health
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August Wilson Red Door Project
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Change the racial ecology of portland oregon thru the arts more »
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Partners for a Hunger-Free Oregon
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
We envision an Oregon where everyone is healthy and thriving, with access to affordable, nutritious and culturally appropriate... more »
Food
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BARK
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To transform mt. Hood national forest into a place where natural processes prevail, where wildlife thrives and where local communities... more »
Environment
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Leonard & Lois Schnitzer Charitable Supporting Foundation of the Oregon Jewish Community Foundation
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
The Leonard & Lois Schnitzer Charitable Supporting Foundation of OJCF prioritizes Jewish projects in Oregon and SW Washington... more »
Philanthropy
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Friends Of PIR Inc
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Preserving and enhancing portland international raceway (pir) as an accessible recreational facility for those who use it as both... more »
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Film Forever Northwest
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
To entertain, inspire, educate and connect the community through the art of film. more »
Arts & Culture
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Oregon Jewish Community Foundation
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
Since 1989, OJCF’s mission has been to create, promote and facilitate a culture of giving and to serve as a guardian of permanent... more »
Philanthropy
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Northwest Earth Institute
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
The Northwest Earth Institute is a nationally recognized leader in the development of innovative programs that empower individuals... more »
Environment
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Lines for Life
- Location:
- Portland, OR
0 stars 0 reviews
"To end substance abuse and suicide in Oregon and Southwest Washington" more »
Children & Youth
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