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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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Rochester Nonprofits and Charities
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David Hochstein Memorial Music School Inc
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
5 stars 36 reviews
Eric W L. wrote:
Knowing the difference that a community music school and education made in my life, I enrolled my grandkids at Hochstein. I saw my grandson Isaiah blossom under the love and guidance of the faculty and staff. As a result, when I was asked to consider... more »
Arts & Culture
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RocDog
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
4.95238 stars 21 reviews
Anne Wolfe P. wrote:
A Sweet story: Yesterday as we were leaving the Seymour Library we ran into a woman in the parking lot that was thrilled to see Penny.You see she was diagnosed with cancer a swift cancer this year and spent much time in the hospital, Her husband... more »
Animals
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Rocovery Fitness Inc
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
5 stars 13 reviews
Lisa S.11 wrote:
I first heard of Rocovery through a radio ad. I parked my car and grabbed a piece of paper to record the number. Even at the age of 33, after 2 decades, my father's drug addiction took center stage in my world of worry. I hoped that this unique form of... more »
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Center For Disability Rights Inc
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
1.33333 stars 12 reviews
Lynn8988 wrote:
In 9/2014 I opened a supplemental needs/ pooled trust with the Center for Disability Rights, Inc. in Rochester, NY. Between that time and 6/2015 when I finally ended up having to cancel it they made chronic monthly errors in paying my bills for me. Every... more »
Civil Rights
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Untapped Shores International
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
5 stars 12 reviews
Writer wrote:
Love their mission and giving clean water to the world more »
Human Services
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The Mia Foundation
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
5 stars 11 reviews
Wtrmnkl wrote:
Giving animals born with birth defects a chance at life is rewarding in so many ways. Sue Rogers (Founder) and her Volunteers devote their time and lives to care for these little ones. Whether it is physical therapy, surgery, tube feeding, etc. we help... more »
Animals
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Feminists For NonViolent Choices
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
4.66667 stars 9 reviews
Kelly wrote:
I love Feminists Choosing Life of NY! As a long time volunteer and now as part time staff, I have come to know and understand this organization and its people. The mission is the guiding principle and the board is professional, educated, dedicated,honest,... more »
Civil Rights
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Rochester & Genesee Valley Railroad Museum
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
5 stars 8 reviews
RRcrozzing wrote:
There are two transportation museums located next door to each other. They are the New York Museum of Transportation and this one. As a member of either one you can ride the trains for free. They cooperate but the GV&R RR Museum has the cool locomotives... more »
Arts & Culture
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Transfiguration Chapel Inc
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
4.83333 stars 6 reviews
Cynthia W.1 wrote:
We LOVE Visiting Prisoners, Homeless Shelters and transforming lives. We are experienced and Background Checked. References available. more »
Arts & Culture
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Naiades Oncology Rowing Inc
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
5 stars 4 reviews
Allison67 wrote:
Naiades came into my life at the perfect time. I was three years out from a cancer diagnosis and still not feeling like myself. A friend suggested I check out this rowing group and even though I was sceptical I went to an open house event to get more... more »
Health
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OUT ALLIANCE aka GAY ALLIANCE OF THE GENESEE VALLEY INC
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
4.75 stars 4 reviews
bgittings wrote:
Rochester is very lucky to have the Gay Alliance. This is the first stop for anyone to learn more about the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender community. Their training is nationally recognized and very much in demand, whether it is to create a... more »
Civil Rights
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Veterans Outreach Center, Inc.
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
4 stars 4 reviews
jhoben1 wrote:
Jocene Henderson of the Veterans Outreach Center (VOC) has been a tireless, dynamic champion for those who served our nation here in the Rochester, NY area. I first met Jocey as a guest at the Veterans Business Council of which VOC is an active supporter.... more »
Homeless & Housing
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Rochester Childfirst Network
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
4.5 stars 2 reviews
RCNreviewer wrote:
Rochester Childfirst Network (RCN) is made up of a group of people who truly love children. They work every day to support families in a variety of ways, including high-quality childcare, Universal Pre-Kindergarten programs, special education services,... more »
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Rochester Society For The Prevention Of Cruelty To Children
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
5 stars 2 reviews
Destiny peace wrote:
Spcc helped me become a better parent for my kids. I was a real young mom when my first baby was born. My social worker helped me do things like finish high school but also showed me how what I was doing with my kids was not helping them feel safe. They... more »
Crime & Law
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SOFT: SUPPORT ORGANIZATION FOR TRISOMY 18, 13 and Related Disorders
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
5 stars 2 reviews
ThereseAnn wrote:
My own child is almost 17 years old, living with full (complete) trisomy 13 and SOFT at Trisomy.org has been a constant support for our family over the years. I go to the website and support groups daily and use and share the wealth of support the SOFT... more »
Health
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HICKOK CENTER FOR BRAIN INJURY INC
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
2.5 stars 2 reviews
matt11 wrote:
I had my first stroke in the summer of 1996,and my daughter was born that July.I first got to know the people at the Hickok Center when I had my seond stroke in 2004,and they helped me immensly by providing an opportunity for me to express my music,I... more »
Health
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Stephen Memorial Ministries
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
5 stars 2 reviews
SMMGIDEON wrote:
SMM is Non for profit Charity established with the vision to for Orphans,bereaved Elderly people, Education for poor and widows In INDIA! Executive Board is based in Rochester NY USA ! more »
Religion
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NAMI ROCHESTER
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
5 stars 2 reviews
Andrea1978 wrote:
I have been volunteering with NAMI Rochester since 2016. I took the peer to peer class. It changed my life. NAMI Rochester is wonderful more »
Mental Health
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FORTUNATE FAMILIES INC
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
5 stars 2 reviews
BethGa wrote:
Fortunate Families is a group of Catholic parents with lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender children supporting others like us to affirm, celebrate and seek equality for our families. Our faith journey calls us to strive for justice for all our children.... more »
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ROCHESTER CITY BALLET
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
5 stars 1 review
dancelover1234 wrote:
I've been so impressed with RCB's continued community outreach. Their "InStudio" program, free performance at Canandaigua Academy, and performance for RCSD's fourth graders is a beautiful thing, because it brings the arts to more people who might not... more »
Arts & Culture
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JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF GREATER ROCHESTER INC
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
5 stars 1 review
Buster wrote:
I have been a member of the JCC since I first came to Rochester in 1975.They offer programs for people of all ages(infants to seniors).Thier programing in very diverse and offers something for everyone.I go there daily to exercise as part of my cardiac... more »
Human Services
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Genesee Land Trust Inc
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
5 stars 1 review
Land_Trust_Accreditation_Commission wrote:
Genesee Land Trust is an accredited land trust. Accreditation means Genesee Land Trust meets national quality standards for protecting important natural places and working lands forever. Genesee Land Trust has demonstrated to the Land Trust Accreditation... more »
Animals
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Melanoma Missionary
- Location:
- , NY
5 stars 1 review
teri3 wrote:
The site has been very informative, "user friendly", information is current & updated daily, and there are many other links within the site that lead to other resources/references. It has been a great tool to lead others to while on their "journey"/fight... more »
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Water For South Sudan, Inc.
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
5 stars 1 review
Steve Hall.1 wrote:
I highly recommend supporting Water for South Sudan. As a long time employee of a non profit that has collaborated with them on dozens of clean water projects in South Sudan, I can attest to the dedication and impact of their work. Water for... more »
Food
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Foodlink
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
5 stars 1 review
Annievp wrote:
For over a year now, I have volunteered for Foodlink's Cooking Matters, their nutritional education program. I have worked with all ages, in a variety of settings around Rochester. It is the most rewarding volunteer experience I have ever engaged in... more »
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ROC E6
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
5 stars 1 review
Tina wrote:
My children have attended ROCE6 summer camp for the past three years. They have also played ROCE6 Lacrosse for two years. I have found the programs to be positive experiences for my children and myself. As a parent it is difficult to leave your children... more »
Education
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School of the Holy Childhood
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
To provide individualized education, vocational training, counseling and clinical services to allow children and adults with developmental... more »
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Birthright-Rochester Inc
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
For many women being pregnant is a time of joy, but for others, pregnancy, whether planned or unplanned, can be a time of fear,... more »
Health
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Arts & Culture
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Environment
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Willow Domestic Violence Center, formerly Alternatives for Battered Women
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
Willow Center's mission is to prevent domestic violence and ensure every survivor has access to the services and supports needed... more »
Mental Health
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Animals
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Philanthropy
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Flower City Habitat for Humanity
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
Flower City Habitat for Humanity (FCHH) is dedicated to eliminating substandard and poverty housing in Rochester, NY. more »
Homeless & Housing
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YMCA OF GREATER ROCHESTER
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
The YMCA of Greater Rochester is a charitable association of members that seeks to place Christian principles into practice through... more »
Human Services
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Foodlink Foundation Inc
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
The FOODLINK Foundation seeks to reduce hunger and build self-sufficiency for FOODLINK, Inc. and its member programs by creating... more »
Food
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Compeer Rochester, Inc.
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
"Compeer" means a companion who is also a peer or equal. Compeer volunteers use the power of their friendship to help people... more »
Mental Health
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PathStone Corporation
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
PathStone Corporation builds family and individual self-sufficiency by strengthening farmworker, rural and urban communities.... more »
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Highland Hospital Foundation Inc
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
The provision of fundraising activities and events for the exclusive support and benefit of strong partners health system, inc.... more »
Health
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Mary Cariola Childrens Center Inc
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
We are the regional leader in personalized, interdisciplinary, evidence-based education and life skill solutions that inspire... more »
Education
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GENESEE STREET CORPORATION
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
We are a community-based not-for-profit that educates, encourages and inspires all people to create and enjoy the visual arts.... more »
Arts & Culture
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DePaul
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
DePaul is a progressive, private not-for-profit organization committed to providing quality senior living residential services;... more »
Homeless & Housing
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Civil Rights
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Civil Rights
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WXXI Public Broadcasting Council
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
WXXI Public Broadcasting Council was founded to provide quality public broadcasting for the public in the Rochester metropolitan... more »
Arts & Culture
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Champion Academy Extreme Mentoring & Empowerment Initiative
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
The Champion Academy Extreme Mentoring & Empowerment Initiative (Champion Academy) is a trauma-responsive mentoring program providing... more »
Children & Youth
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Arts & Culture
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Haiti Outreach Pwoje Espwa Inc
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
Haiti Outreach Pwoje Espwa (H.O.P.E.) partners with the people of Borgne, Haiti to promote and sustain community well-being through... more »
International
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Rochester Hearing and Speech Center
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
For nearly 87 years, Rochester Hearing and Speech Center (RHSC), a non-profit, United Way agency, has served Rochester and surrounding... more »
Health
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Housing Council At Pathstone Inc
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
The organization serves to increase successful home ownership and tenancy experiences for low to moderate income residents of... more »
Homeless & Housing
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Epilepsy-Pralid, Inc.
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
To be a successful partner for all individuals with developmental or acquired brain conditions as they strive to remove barriers... more »
Disabilities
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Spiritus Christi Prison Outreach Inc
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
To visit women and men who are incarcerated and journey with them as they enter the community. Visitation is accomplished through... more »
Crime & Law
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Disability Moving Assistance
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
Our mission is to ensure that disabled and senior persons have the resources they need to safely move into homes within their... more »
Human Services
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The Salvation Army of Greater Rochester
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based... more »
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BRIGHTON VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE INC
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
We will be leaders in emergency medical services and provide premier prehospital care by: - Respecting the values of our... more »
Health
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AMITABHA FOUNDATION
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
The mission of the amitabha foundation is to establish and maintain a center through which interested individuals can promote... more »
Homeless & Housing
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ABVI-Goodwill
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
To prepare and empower people who are blind or visually impaired to be self-sufficient and contribute to their families and communities. more »
Disabilities
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Trillium Health
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
Our mission is to promote positive, healthy living for those with complex social and medical issues by providing comprehensive... more »
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Chili Fire Department Inc
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
Volunteer fire protection services more »
Disaster Aid
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Latino Youth Development and Resource Center Inc
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
Mission: LYD mission is to advocate for the quality of life of at-risk children, youth, and their families of Latino descent or... more »
Children & Youth
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Human Services
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THEATRE YOUNG KIDS ENJOY INC
- Location:
- Rochester, NY
0 stars 0 reviews
To captivate children and their families with best-loved bedtime stories, fairy tales and literature brought alive on stage. more »
Arts & Culture
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