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Pet Assistance, Inc.
Pet Assistance is an amazing organization that helped us save the life of our beloved German Shepherd, Severus. Without the help of people Ruth and organizations like this one, we never would have been... more
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HandsOn Bay Area
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 10 reviews
Rosaline J. wrote:
Very well-run organization with a professional, responsive staff and cadre of volunteer project and team leaders. Through this organization that offers "done-in-a-day" volunteer opportunities, I have volunteered at and served as a project leader for over... more »
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World Savvy Inc
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
Halle wrote:
I volunteered at the World Affairs Challenge in 2008, put on by World Savvy. The event was extremely organized, from volunteer training to execution. I believe the students truly benefited from the event, and it opened my eyes to the inequities of our... more »
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Juma Ventures
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 7 reviews
Mari Nobre wrote:
I have been volunteering for Juma Ventires for 2 years now. It has been a rewarding experienc to be involved with such a professional and enthisuastic team. more »
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Jews For Jesus
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 1 review
america123 wrote:
from Sydney: www.usathinkingteam.com We interview people worldwide about their faith, Jews For Jesus is as honest , good and as Godly as it gets. I volunteer to help JFJ as often as possible explaining all the wonderful things that happen to an... more »
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Alive & Free/Omega Boys Club
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 5 reviews
omega3 wrote:
it's awesome they're helping with the gun buy back programs. a worthwhile effort to help get guns off the street and reduce violence. more »
Children & Youth
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YOUTH SPEAKS INC
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
T-Rod wrote:
I have had the pleasure and priviledge of being a volunteer and a board member at Youth Speaks for the past 6+ years and have seen this organization make a difference in the lives of thousands of Bay Area Youth. Youth Speaks has created a space and community... more »
Civil Rights
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SMART
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 16 reviews
tsaltveit wrote:
Watching a new student from a disadvantaged background access the resources and personal attention of a private school inspires me as an educator. SMART students often become the first member of their family to attend college, thus breaking the cycle... more »
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EARN
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 1 review
duane wrote:
Without the EARN program, life for me and my family would not be what it is today! I came from a non-traditional family, I never met my father and my mother passed away when I was six or seven. I was raised by my mother’s only sister with her family... more »
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Make-A-Wish Greater Bay Area
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 1 review
baikall-volunteer wrote:
I have been a volunteer and donor for many years and love this organization. I've witnessed the amazing difference they make in the lives of these children. Their Program staff is professional and dedicated. more »
Children & Youth
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San Francisco Court Appointed Special Advocate Program
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 3 reviews
pamellaolson wrote:
I have been involved with SFCASA for 16 years. I have been a child advocate, a board member and a donor. This organization serves the children in foster care who have suffered neglect and abuse. SFCASA has volunteers involved with over 250 children... more »
Civil Rights
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Variety Club of Northern California
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 20 reviews
Julia wrote:
I was introduced to Variety 4 years ago when I volunteered at a bike build event for underprivileged children and I’m proud to say I’ve been a donor ever since! I have been fortunate enough to attend some of the fantastic events Variety has thrown... more »
Arts & Culture
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Campaign for Female Education (CAMFED)
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 1 review
Kermit wrote:
Camfed USA is an organization that helps African girls receive an education. Education is key to stopping the spread of disease such as HIV/AIDS and discontinuing the horrible cycle of poverty. Education gives people hope for a better future, and the... more »
Children & Youth
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Larkin Street Youth Services
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 7 reviews
Roy Francies wrote:
After reading about a Larkin Street Youth Services client in the paper, I decided to volunteer there on a weekly basis. It has been close to 16 years now and I see no stopping. I have been enriched by my experience of all the generous and giving people... more »
Children & Youth
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New Door Ventures
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 6 reviews
anne wrote:
The staff truly believe in what they're doing and the youth see that. The youth I've worked with have been extremely appreciative of the organization. more »
Children & Youth
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Good Samaritan Family Resource Center of San Francisco
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
john gannon wrote:
I love good samaritan! The staff and board are incredible!! more »
Children & Youth
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Jamestown Community Center Inc
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 3 reviews
Elle wrote:
I have been involved with Jamestown for five years and I feel confident that every dollar I give or solicit is well spent in the community helping kids and their families meet their potential. Programs grow and change based on the community needs and... more »
Children & Youth
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Childrens Book Project
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 1 review
lynkh wrote:
This was the brain child of one of my oldest friends, Vicki Pollack. We know children must read and reread to become lifelong learners. We know children must be read to. Vicki did something about it. She began asking her friends and their friends... more »
Children & Youth
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Lavender Youth Recreation And Information Center Inc
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 1 review
palominodb wrote:
I did some counseling with LYRIC and I have known several young lgbt people who make extensive use of their services. They truly are a profound impact on those they serve, while allowing them freedom of expression and empowerment in who and what they... more »
Civil Rights
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Edgewood Center For Children And Families
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 3 reviews
psalmnine1 wrote:
I will never forget Edgewood Children's Services and what they did for my son. My son resided at Edgewood for 18 months as part of their residential treatment program and NPS school. The staff was amazing. Each person that our family came in contact... more »
Children & Youth
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Safe & Sound
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 3 reviews
Friendof wrote:
I can't say enough good things about this organization. I worked there in the past and I have also utilized their services. Exceptional people providing much needed services. more »
Children & Youth
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Sunset Youth Services
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 49 reviews
rachel17 wrote:
I had been volunteering with Sunset Youth Services (SYS) for over four years before deciding to join their Board of Directors in 2009. I'm so energized to be a Board Member! SYS is a truly amazing organization. Their staff are among some of the most... more »
Children & Youth
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Old Skool Cafe
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 8 reviews
oldskoolcafe wrote:
Old Skool Cafe is changing the youth culture in San Francisco. In a real and tangible way, it prevents violence creates jobs as at-risk youth are given a platform to succeed. more »
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YOUTH SENIORS OUTREACH SERVICES
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 1 review
ChristopherEason wrote:
This organization helps the poor and needy in the City and County of San Francisco get the food that they need. They also would like to expand out to help the economically disadvantaged train in truck driving, cafe and food service and maritime activities.They... more »
Children & Youth
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SAN FRANCISCO FRIENDS OF THE CHILDREN
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 1 review
borlandsutton wrote:
I have been acquainted with Friends of the Children since 2004. I have been so impressed with the program provided to children in San Francisco who would otherwise go unserved. The mentors that are assigned to children make a commitment that spans years,... more »
Children & Youth
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Success Center San Francisco
- Location:
- San Francisco, CA
5 stars 12 reviews
valeriecamarda wrote:
Success Center has helped hundreds of unemployed people get trained, find jobs and thrive. It's changed their lives! I have seen it for myself. Young as well as older people getting training in the hospitality field - some of whom received employment... more »
Children & Youth
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