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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 Human Services Nonprofits and Charities
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![Birch Community Services Inc]()
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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![Dignity Village]()
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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![Pathways to Safety International]()
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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![Northwest Family Services]()
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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![Child Foundation]()
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 Animal Companions]()
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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![Transition Projects]()
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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![Amsha Africa Foundation]()
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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![Store To Door]()
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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![Self Enhancement, Inc.]()
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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![Holiday Hope]()
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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![Oregon Food Bank Inc]()
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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![Portland Refugee Support Group]()
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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![Albertina Kerr Centers]()
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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![Operation Nightwatch Portland]()
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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![Trauma Intervention Program NW]()
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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![On-the-Move Community Integration]()
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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![Breast Friends]()
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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![NORTHWEST SARCOMA FOUNDATION]()
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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![Portland Animal Welfare Team]()
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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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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![Portland Rescue Mission]()
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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![OUTSIDE IN]()
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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![SUNSHINE DIVISION PORTLAND POLICE DEPT]()
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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![L'Arche USA]()
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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![The National Crittenton Foundation]()
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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![Impact NW]()
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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![JOIN]()
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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![Sisters Of The Road]()
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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![Street Roots]()
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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![Elders in Action]()
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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![Quadriplegics United Against Dependency Inc]()
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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![CASA for Children]()
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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![L'Arche Nehalem]()
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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![Society of St Vincent de Paul Portland Council]()
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 Pathfinder Network]()
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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![NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE]()
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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![NORTHWEST PORTLAND MINISTRIES INC]()
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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![Meals on Wheels People]()
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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![INN HOME FOR BOYS]()
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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![INCLUSION INC]()
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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![CHILDRENS HEALING ART PROJECT INC]()
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]()
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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![First Image]()
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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![Raphael House Of Portland]()
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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![The ALS Association, Oregon and SW WA Chapter]()
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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![METROPOLITAN FAMILY SERVICE]()
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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![MIKE Program]()
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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![Life Expanding Adventure Program]()
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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![Oregon CASA Network]()
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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![Fanged Wilds And Women Program]()
Human Services
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![Saved to Serve Ministries]()
Children & Youth
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![Madonnas Center For Life]()
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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![African Family Holistic Health Organization]()
Human Services
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![Beacon Village]()
Homeless & Housing
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![Hygiene4All]()
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 »
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