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Pet Assistance, Inc.
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San Diego Arts & Culture Nonprofits and Charities
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San Diego Dance Theatre
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
4.89209 stars 139 reviews
Bill M. wrote:
San Diego Dance Theater is the premier modern dance company in Southern California, and renowned for presenting brilliant performances that deeply touch on the human experience, as well as address important issues of social justice. I thoroughly enjoy... more »
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Villa Musica - San Diego's Community Music Center
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
4.98571 stars 70 reviews
fionachatwin wrote:
Villa Musica is a community music school dedicated to quality music education for all who seek it regarding of their ability to pay. Their artist/teachers are exceptional and dedicate themselves to their craft and the education of emerging musicians both... more »
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San Diego Civic Youth Ballet
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
4.95161 stars 62 reviews
fabriane wrote:
SDCYB is a wonderful ballet school with lower costs than anywhere else I've found, yet provides more than anywhere else I've found. They put on fantastic productions where they give a role to every student that auditions. There are low fees for classes,... more »
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ArtReach
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
4.93478 stars 46 reviews
jim20 wrote:
ArtReach is a great program that brings art education programs into public schools that no longer have art. Professional artists with teaching experience engage students in art projects that include quality instruction in theory and technique, and lead... more »
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San Diego Children's Choir
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
4.85714 stars 35 reviews
wendy15 wrote:
I joined the San Diego Childrens Choir when I was in third grade, and I loved it so much that I stuck with it until I graduated high school 10 years later. The choir was a great experience for me, I learned how to sing, but also how to blend with others,... more »
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LIVE AND LET LIVE ALANO CLUB INC
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
4.94118 stars 34 reviews
Robert G T. wrote:
I never understand sobriety until I received the tender stories and community of the Live and Let Live Alano Club more »
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Mandate Project Impact Inc
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
4.94118 stars 34 reviews
drummerboy225 wrote:
I had a great experience with this program. I learned how to produce and market shows. Everyone is so friendly in a busy work environment. Can't wait to do it again. I got to work along side the CEO. It was a great learning experience more »
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Recreational Music Center
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
4.96154 stars 26 reviews
Conner3141 wrote:
I started out with RMC as a camper at their summer camp for kids ages 4-12 about 3 years ago. I decided that I enjoyed playing piano (I had been playing for 8 years) but at the summer camp, my heart was always with playing guitar. I started taking guitar... more »
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Resounding Joy Inc
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
4.84211 stars 19 reviews
canadayg wrote:
Their hearts are in the right place, however they miss the mark. They unintentionally exploit our wounded warrior for donations. more »
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San Diego Public Library Foundation
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 14 reviews
SCH1521 wrote:
I first became involved with the Foundation in 2010 when I volunteered to join its Finance Committee. In 2011, I also became a member of the Audit Committee after a 35-year career as an auditor in public accounting serving many nonprofit clients in the... more »
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Guitars in the Classroom
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
4.92857 stars 14 reviews
jseto wrote:
I manage a one-time musical grants program for the CA Arts Council, a state agency. GITC was one of 42 successful applicants who received funds to provide valuable music education for underserved and mostly bi-lingual children. Jess and Colibri were a... more »
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The P G K Project Inc
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 13 reviews
Stacy31 wrote:
The PGK Project is a wonderful dance company. Peter is an inspirational leader and his dance performances are awesome and a joy to watch. more »
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Dalit Solidarity
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 11 reviews
Mahimai Raja A S wrote:
A charity giving voice to the voiceless! Dalit Solidarity gives volunteering opportunities to have field experience, travel exposure, teaching and clinical experience. Both short and long-term volunteering and internship opportunities are possible with... more »
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San Diego Junior Theatre
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 9 reviews
Lizbeth wrote:
If I could give this organization 6 stars I would. It's been around for 60+ years -- I'm an alumna and my two children are the next generation lucky enough to have SDJT in their lives. The well organized classes and productions teach kids teamwork,... more »
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Friends Of S C P A
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 9 reviews
Elemiles wrote:
This organization provides opportunity for students that are under served. more »
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Southern California Ballet
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 7 reviews
sdmorganmom wrote:
SCB is a pillar of our community. Not every ballet studio dedicates such love and enthusiasm into the art of ballet. SCB takes the time to do community outreach such as ballet for all, bringing art to students who may not otherwise experience it, as shown... more »
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Stella Nova Dance Company
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
4.85714 stars 7 reviews
stellanova wrote:
On April 24-25th at 8:00pm at the David and Dorothea Garfield Theatre, within the Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center in La Jolla, Stella Nova Dance Company will present, Ahimsa. Stella Nova Dance Company has decided to go green, just in time for... more »
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Belleherst Productions
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 6 reviews
Phil-Phyllis P. wrote:
Kathleen is a teacher supreme. She has committed her life to teaching others the benefit of expression through physical theater. One of the greatest delights has been the conversational theater which incorporates the audience in dialogue after the performance.... more »
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Mainly Mozart, Inc.
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 5 reviews
toxiclala wrote:
I attended a few concerts at The Neurosciences Institute and they were phenomenal and more than I could ever ask for. The performers were amazing, staff was friendly and professional, not to mention there was complimentary wine. I loved the location and... more »
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Playwrights Project
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 5 reviews
Aleta Barthell wrote:
Playwrights Project is an amazing organization that teaches playwriting to youth and seniors in San Diego county. Playwriting residencies allow for creative expression in schools where that freedom gets more and more restrictive with current... more »
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San Diego Museum Of Man
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
4 stars 3 reviews
aubreeismyname wrote:
I just received my degree in anthropology and I must say, the Museum of Man was a very useful tool when I needed some outside resources. Placards are helpful & easy to understand, but most of all informative! All the staff are very knowledgable and friendly.... more »
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Westwind Brass Inc
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 3 reviews
Sarah wrote:
Westwind Brass is the sort of arts group every city should have. Their artistry needs no accolades from me -- just take a listen. What is most impressive is their innovation. Few groups of this kind take the time -- or have the expertise -- to adapt all... more »
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Child Abuse Prevention Foundation of San Diego County
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
Michelle Pagni wrote:
As both a donor and a prior volunteer, Promises2Kids is close to my heart. Originally founded in 1981 as the grassroots Child Abuse Prevention Foundation of San Diego, this organization continues to be the preeminent organization for preventing and treating... more »
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Via International
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
Blaze123 wrote:
When I was in high school (I’m now a student at UC Berkeley) I took a trip to Guatemala with Via International. I’m not sure what I expected exactly but the trip was eye opening in regards to how the people we met, although generally so poor, were... more »
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Classics for Kids, Inc.
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
alansez wrote:
After a lifetime of loving and making music, I learned that schools are providing less instruction in this widely useful subject. I think music enhances most areas of education, especially math, social development, and science which needs a creative mind. Classics... more »
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