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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
4.99065 stars 107 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
4.96875 stars 96 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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Dalit Solidarity
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
4.96667 stars 60 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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ArtReach
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
4.93617 stars 47 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
4.85 stars 40 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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Mandate Project Impact Inc
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
4.94286 stars 35 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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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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Resounding Joy Inc
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
4.91176 stars 34 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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Via International
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 10 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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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 CHINESE HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND MUSEUM
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 4 reviews
sdaba wrote:
The SD Chinese Historical Society and Museum has been a parter of the San Diego Asian Business Association for many years. They frequently contribute to our annual fundraiser and have partnered with the organization for events throughout the years. ... more »
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Westwind Brass
- 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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ME/CFS San Diego
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 3 reviews
Hope4HH wrote:
ME/CFS San Diego works hard to raise awareness among healthcare workers on this poorly understood medical condition, and to help support the ME/CSF community generally. As I have a family member with undiagnosed chronic illness, I understand how alienating... 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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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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VETERANS MEMORIAL CENTER INC
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
nananan wrote:
The museum is very supportive of veterans group and is run mostly by volunteers. The Pearl Harbor Survivors meeting there, Eagles Wings, a military bereavement group, Viet Man Vets and many other groups. They have a wonderful reference library for anyone... more »
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Words Alive
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 1 review
SanDiegoTeacher wrote:
Words Alive is a vital community organization mobilizing volunteers to bring books and a love of reading to all in San Diego. I am proud to call them a partner and look forward to working with the team on collaborative projects aimed at increasing literacy... more »
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SAN DIEGO SOCIETY OF NATURAL HISTORY BALBOA PARK
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
To interpret the natural world through research, education and exhibits; to promote understanding of the evolution and diversity... more »
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San Diego Master Chorale
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Provide concerts for public more »
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Flying Leatherneck Historical Foundation
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The mission of the Flying Leatherneck Historical Foundation is to preserve the history of USMC aviation, honor military service... more »
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Taiwanese American Foundation Of San Diego
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The foundation is a non-profit organization in the United States of America. The foundation maintains a neutral position on politics... more »
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SOCIETY FOR FINANCIAL AWARENESS
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
End financial illiteracy; embolden people to take charge of their financial lives; get americans to embrace the financial concept... more »
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SAN DIEGO BALLET
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
San Diego Ballet's mission is to excite, enrich, and entertain our diverse audience through an imaginative presentation of quality... more »
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Contact Arts DBA San Diego International Fringe Festival
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
A 501(c)(3) non-profit arts organization dedicated to building a network of creativity & communication. Contact arts aims to connect... more »
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SHEP TY
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Embrace is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization rooted in mobilizing college student volunteers to serve less fortunate members... more »
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Artsbusxpress
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Provide transportation for students to arts and sciences more »
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Diversionary Theatre Productions Inc
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Diversionary Theatre was founded in 1986 to provide quality theatre for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender communities.... more »
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Fleet Science Center
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The reuben h. Fleet science center seeks to inspire life-long learning by furthering the publics understanding and enjoyment of... more »
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I Love A Clean San Diego County Inc
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
I Love A Clean San Diego leads and inspires our community to actively conserve and enhance the environment through example, outreach,... more »
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CALIFORNIA BALLET ASSOCIATION INC
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Presents high quality professional ballet performances andeducational programs for the public community of California, through... more »
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San Diego Entertainment & Arts Guild
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
To bring together the artistic communities of San Diego through advocacy, education, and promotion. more »
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A Reason To Survive
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
ARTS is dedicated to healing, inspiring, and empowering youth facing life challenges by providing innovative arts-based programs,... more »
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San Diego Korean Parents Association
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The mission of the San Diego Korean Parents Association is three-fold. First, the focus is on the children: to support and... more »
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Virtuoso Haven Global Alliance
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Virtuoso Haven Global Alliance is a tax-exempt California 501(c)3 educational non-profit [public charity] dedicated to improve... more »
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The California Wellness Foundation
- Location:
- San Diego , CA
0 stars 0 reviews
H.E.R. for Women provides hormone education and resources for all women regardless of income, insurance coverage, demographics,... more »
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3PEACE STUDIOS -INC
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
3Peace Studios is a 501c3 non-profit California public benefit organization dedicated to making the "arts" accessible to all.... more »
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Crp Tap Dance Company
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
California Rhythm Project is dedicated to the promotion, preservation, and development of tap dance and other rhythmic dance forms. more »
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Opera NEO
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Opera NEO is a venture for the new generation of young opera singers created to prepare and inspire them to grow and perform at... more »
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Guild Giving Foundation
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The organization's mission is to strengthen the communities Guild Mortgage is located in, by working strategically to engage employee... more »
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Electric Turquoise Entertainment
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Mission Statement Electric Turquoise is committed to inspiring and supporting Native American communities through diverse artistic... more »
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