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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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![Jewish Family Service of San Diego]()
Jewish Family Service of San Diego
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
4.91667 stars 48 reviews
Becky2012 wrote:
I volunteer for Foodmobile and delivered food to an 84 year-old-widow who had been in bad health most of her life. A back problem forced her to stay in her home most of the time. She told me she had been a very social person, was always going places,... more »
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![San Diego Children's Choir]()
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]()
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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![Nativity Prep Academy of San Diego Inc]()
Nativity Prep Academy of San Diego Inc
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
4.96774 stars 31 reviews
mdaniels wrote:
Nativity Prep helps children living in poverty to get a life changing education. They support and educate 200+ children from 6th grade to college graduation. It is a FANTASTIC charity! If you want to give to something that will literally change a persons... more »
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![Urban Surf 4 Kids]()
Urban Surf 4 Kids
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 23 reviews
MizJRoberts wrote:
My daughter is diagnosed with Autism,anxiety, and Sensory Processing Disorder. She used to hate the feel of the sand and dislike the beach for fear of touching it and getting wet. She is also a gymnast and I knew that she had the balance and athleticism... more »
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![Just in Time for Foster Youth]()
Just in Time for Foster Youth
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 21 reviews
Lynne wrote:
Just In Time for Foster Youth is a San Diego non-profit helping former foster youth transition to self sufficient adults. Although they have programs in education, finance, mentorship and basic needs, my favorite program is My First Home. JIT provides... more »
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![Walden Family Services]()
Walden Family Services
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
4.95238 stars 21 reviews
Ed Earl wrote:
I first joined the Board of Walden Family Services in 1993. Over the past 19 years, I have seen Walden make a significant difference in the lives of thousands of children and families through Walden's amazing foster parents, Walden's dedicated and talented... more »
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![SAY San Diego]()
SAY San Diego
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 17 reviews
ClaraL wrote:
I volunteered for SAY San Diego for about 2 years. I loved my time there and always looked forward to coming in to work with the kids and staff. I was a homework helper during after school care and worked primarily with kids ages 5-7. I enjoy coming up... more »
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![Blue Heart Foundation Inc]()
Blue Heart Foundation Inc
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 16 reviews
Rondell wrote:
I have watched Blue Heart change the lives of so many young men... As the only organization that caters to AA youth they are simply an amazing blessing. more »
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![Kids Included Together | San Diego & Washington DC]()
Kids Included Together | San Diego & Washington DC
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 12 reviews
lane-klein wrote:
The mission of KIT is to provide training for staff associated with inclusion programs at out-of-school time programs. KIT's goals are to enrich the lives of all who participate and to increase understanding and acceptance of disabilities as a natural... more »
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![Urban Life Ministries Incorporated]()
Urban Life Ministries Incorporated
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
4.6 stars 10 reviews
Writer wrote:
I have volunteered with Urban Life for 5 years with the City Heights Runners program. They are always true to their mission and really put students first. I like that all employees live in the neighborhood they serve and take a long term view of what... more »
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![Junior Achievement of San Diego & Imperial Counties]()
Junior Achievement of San Diego & Imperial Counties
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 4 reviews
lancasterkc wrote:
"The best field trip ever" is what all of the students reply when asked how they enjoyed their day at JA Biztown. This is a "working" miniature town where 5th graders are in charge from the Mayor down - they staff and run approximately 22 business operations... more »
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![Voices for Children]()
Voices for Children
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
3 stars 4 reviews
Jody17 wrote:
Having taken the time to go to one of the program's orientations, I found it to be very necessary. As I listened, I realized that this program is probably the best friend a child in the fostercare program could hope for. As a child of a very disfunctional... more »
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![Rolling Readers U S A Inc]()
Rolling Readers U S A Inc
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 3 reviews
Jose C. wrote:
Rolling Readers is an organization that operates with confidence about the importance of its work and with the belief that its cause is worthy of attention of contributions from individuals at all levels. I recently attended an organization reception... more »
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![Outdoor Outreach]()
Outdoor Outreach
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
4.5 stars 2 reviews
schilton wrote:
I've been in involved in Outdoor Outreach for a little over a year. It's such a unique and impactful program. They're simply taking inner-city and at-risk youth and introducing them to the outdoor world; a small yet powerful act. And what could be more... more »
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![San Diego Workforce Partnership Inc]()
San Diego Workforce Partnership Inc
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 1 review
Jaz4 wrote:
Highest performing workforce board in the country. Very innovative. more »
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![CLASSROOM OF THE FUTURE FOUNDATION]()
CLASSROOM OF THE FUTURE FOUNDATION
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 1 review
Bruce Braciszewski wrote:
The Classroom of the Future Foundation has been supporting partnerships between businesses and school in San Diego County for more than 15 years. It has recognized dozens of technology programs that have improved teaching and learning as well as provide... more »
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![Access Youth Academy]()
Access Youth Academy
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 1 review
involved wrote:
Fantastic Organization. Really helps the underserved youth of San Diego. Provides academic enrichment, encourages community service, and promotes sports. Empowering and changing the lives of its particpants. more »
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![Angels Foster Family Network]()
Angels Foster Family Network
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 1 review
BRIM Agency wrote:
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![Pro Kids, First Tee - San Diego]()
Pro Kids, First Tee - San Diego
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 1 review
dekats1 wrote:
It appears that the information upon which you based your evaluation and scoring is behind the times and does not reflect the current state of Pro-Kids. You need to do an investigation of this non-profit and then review and update your rating. Perhaps... more »
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![Reading Legacies]()
Reading Legacies
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 1 review
Writer wrote:
This program is great for helping the children to learn by positive example given by youth and adult who reach out to them through reading. Straightening relationships through the read aloud experience! more »
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![Girls Rising]()
Girls Rising
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
5 stars 1 review
FAITH_S wrote:
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![Burn Institute]()
Burn Institute
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Fires and the risk of traumatic burn injury literally affect everyone - from wildfires to fire/burn risks at work and at home.... more »
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![Flying Leatherneck Historical Foundation]()
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- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
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![Interactions for Peace]()
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- San Diego, CA
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![BRIDGE TO THE FUTURE FOUNDATION]()
BRIDGE TO THE FUTURE FOUNDATION
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
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Make-A Wish Foundation Of San Diego Inc
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- San Diego, CA
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![National Conflict Resolution Center]()
National Conflict Resolution Center
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
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We provide the resources, training and expertise to help people, organizations and communities manage and solve conflicts, with... more »
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![Elementary Institute Of Science]()
Elementary Institute Of Science
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
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![Rotary International District 5340]()
Rotary International District 5340
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- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The activities and organization of Rotary District 5340 shall exist solely to help the individual clubs advance the object of... more »
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![Positive FACE]()
Positive FACE
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The Mission of Positive FACE is to encourage positive life choices and behaviors in Foster, Kinship and Elementary School Aged... more »
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![Organizations In Training]()
Organizations In Training
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Promote greater independence, efficiency and productivity for nonprofit personnel, underpriviledged youth and their families.... more »
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![NoSilence NoViolence Inc]()
NoSilence NoViolence Inc
- Location:
- Escondido, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
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![Throughout All Ages Ministries Inc]()
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![MetaCoders, Inc.]()
MetaCoders, Inc.
- Location:
- San Diego, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
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Oncology And Kids Inc
- Location:
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