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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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JustGive
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CONSUMER ACTION
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4.94286 stars 70 reviews
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Long Distance Voter
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Global Fund for Women
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Our Family Coalition
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Gay-Straight Alliance Network
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VoteAmerica
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National Center for Lesbian Rights
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La Raza Centro Legal-San Francisco
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Futures Without Violence
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San Francisco Court Appointed Special Advocate Program
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