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DC PAWS Rescue
We recently adopted our pup here and are very happy. The rescue did a great job through the adoption process and his Adoption coordinator and Foster Mom were both very responsive and helpful. We are so... more
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Shopping for a Change
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- San Mateo, CA
4.95238 stars 84 reviews
jcpenner wrote:
Shopping for a Change™ (SFAC) is a business model that provides work for marginalized groups of artisans and a means for marketing their products. That in and of itself helps make the world a better place, but it doesn’t stop there. What makes Shopping... more »
Civil Rights
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Samaritan House
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- San Mateo, CA
4.9697 stars 66 reviews
Susan wrote:
Samaritan House provides vital services to central San Mateo County. They work closely with families to address the wide variety of issues faced by those in poverty. What has impressed me is their commitment to the whole individual providing... more »
Food
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CORA - Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse
- Location:
- San Mateo, CA
4.84211 stars 38 reviews
jendoc1 wrote:
The only comprehensive domestic violence service agency in San Mateo County, CORA (Community Overcoming Relationship Abuse) provides vital services to women and children impacted by abuse. CORA helps clients to attain a renewed sense of self-worth and... more »
Mental Health
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Team4Tech Foundation
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- San Mateo, CA
5 stars 14 reviews
Tom Collett wrote:
Realizing My Retirement DreamI retired from SAP in 2015. During my 15 year business development career at SAP I led many exciting projects in the emerging markets, including a rural commerce project in India, and opening SAP’s offices in Saudi... more »
Education
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San Mateo County Health Foundation
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- San Mateo, CA
5 stars 8 reviews
janerichey wrote:
I was able to do photography for the wonderful events produced by Patricia O'Brien, Executive Director, honoring the doctors there. The experience was rewarding, and I was so happy to contribute to the good San Mateo County Health foundation is doing... more »
Health
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Sustainable San Mateo County
- Location:
- San Mateo, CA
5 stars 6 reviews
Ruth Peterson wrote:
I am the Board Chair for this nonprofit. We educate about all 3 E's of sustainability - Economy, social Equity and the Environment. We stay true to our purpose, limit ourselves to the County of San Mateo, California, and publish an annual Indicators Report... more »
Environment
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CuriOdyssey
- Location:
- San Mateo, CA
4.83333 stars 6 reviews
Lcarc wrote:
Every time I go back there is something new to see. New exhibits seem to be out once a year. wildlife show is full every time Ive been there. more »
Arts & Culture
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San Mateo Police Activities League
- Location:
- San Mateo, CA
5 stars 5 reviews
Gina wrote:
This is a true solution for societal problems involving our community. It creates opportunites for kids and teaches them to grow because it is consistent with good role models (police). It creates comraderie with kids of similar backgrounds to have... more »
Children & Youth
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Lullalee Productions And Services
- Location:
- San Mateo, CA
5 stars 4 reviews
Daniel S. wrote:
Lullalee inspired me in a very fundamental way. Sometime late in 2009, YouTube sent out a call for volunteer film-makers, and I offered my services as a Computer Animator. YouTube connected me with Lee Ann Butler Owens, of Lullalee Productions... more »
Arts & Culture
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Peninsula Conflict Resolution Center
- Location:
- San Mateo, CA
5 stars 3 reviews
Paul wrote:
The Peninsula Conflict Resolution Center is a five-star organization built upon the quality and dedication of its leadership and staff. Its numerous community programs have provided tremendous value to San Mateo County, and I am proud of my association... more »
Children & Youth
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Justice At Last Inc
- Location:
- San Mateo, CA
5 stars 3 reviews
Meadow J. wrote:
Justice At Last is a nonprofit law firm in the Bay Area exclusively serving the legal needs of survivors of human trafficking. This organization is especially unique, offering trauma-informed, survivor-centered, legal representation in a variety of legal... more »
Civil Rights
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HILLBARN THEATRE INC
- Location:
- Foster City, CA
3.66667 stars 3 reviews
rsieber wrote:
As an actress in Peninsula theaters, I appreciate the "family feeling" I experience at Hillbarn Theatre. The staff, directors, technical personnel, and actors all care deeply about providing excellent entertainment and about one another. This attitude... more »
Arts & Culture
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Hip Housing Development Corporation
- Location:
- San Mateo, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
BHBn wrote:
I have been very impressed with the continued hard work HIP Housing accomplishes for San Mateo County California residences. Their self-sufficiency program lifts individuals from difficult situations to being productive caring citizens. more »
Homeless & Housing
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Center For Independence Of Individuals With Disabitilites Inc
- Location:
- San Mateo, CA
2.5 stars 2 reviews
Joebear wrote:
Having sought their assistance with a difficult social security issue, the workers I was assigned missed deadlines, didn't show up for meetings and as a result I am paying 32 thousand dollars back to SSDI over a 1500 dollar "overpayment" incurred while... more »
Human Services
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Society of St. Vincent de Paul of San Mateo County
- Location:
- San Mateo, CA
5 stars 1 review
mikegh wrote:
The St. Vincent de Paul Society works with the homeless, the hungry, and the marginalized in San Mateo County. They provide the basic necessities to help individuals and families "bridge the gap" from one month to the next. They serve lunches and meals... more »
Homeless & Housing
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Indian Schools Alumni And Friends Insaf
- Location:
- San Mateo, CA
5 stars 1 review
prem bajaj wrote:
I have been a member since 1974 and found INSAF to be very helpful for poor students in India and, also, in U.S.A. INSAF has no office, no paid employee; all members work without any pay and follow through the projets personally. Its opersting expenses... more »
Education
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San Mateo High School Foundation
- Location:
- San Mateo, CA
5 stars 1 review
Writer wrote:
A very diverse school that excels in biotech and performing arts. The foundation provides funding for the extras that a public school has trouble affording.A new computer lab an teacher grants are just two areas where the foundation has provided... more »
Education
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San Mateo Arboretum Society Inc
- Location:
- San Mateo, CA
5 stars 1 review
info571 wrote:
SM Central Park Rose/Butterfly gardens caretakers. more »
Environment
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Hillsdale High School Foundation Inc
- Location:
- San Mateo, CA
5 stars 1 review
lorijohnson wrote:
This organization has single-handedly stepped up to support Hillsdale High School's classes, teachers and booster organizations in the face of State wide budget cuts. more »
Philanthropy
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Foster City Village Inc
- Location:
- Foster City, CA
5 stars 1 review
gilfcv wrote:
I was one of the founders of Foster City Village five years ago. Since that time we have grown to over 100 members and 40 very active volunteers. We are essentially a volunteer program of community members assisting seniors stay independent, socialized... more »
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MedLend
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- San Mateo, CA
5 stars 1 review
tom wrote:
Ive worked first hand as a volunteer Physician with Medlend for about three years. I've gone on several missions to Peru serving the medical/surgical needs of the poor. I have another mission to Uganda coming up with Medlend. The only thing that can... more »
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Mission Hospice & Home Care (Mission Hospice of San Mateo County)
- Location:
- San Mateo, CA
5 stars 1 review
Elena wrote:
This is an amazing organization with great people and providing wonderful service to families in need. more »
Mental Health
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Mission Revival Ministries
- Location:
- Foster City, CA
5 stars 1 review
Norm41 wrote:
Mission Revival Ministries (MRM) supports overseas missionaries in Borneo, the Philippines, China and Western Africa. At present MRM's major focus is on Living Waters Village in Western Kalimantan on the Island of Borneo. There are currently over 600... more »
Religion
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San Mateo County Community Colleges Foundation
- Location:
- San Mateo, CA
5 stars 1 review
A_49_Klein wrote:
My name is Angelica Klein and I've volunteered for the Second Harvest Food Bank (SHFB) San Mateo County for many years. The SHFB is my favorite non-profit organization. Their food sorting project is well organized and it is so much fun to participate... more »
Education
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Rebuilding Alliance
- Location:
- San Mateo, CA
5 stars 1 review
DevelopYou wrote:
I met Donna of Rebuilding Alliance in Khan al-Ahmar, she was meeting with the leadership of this Bedouin Village and with the women to understand their concerns and fears, which she later turned into an advocacy campaign. With a local social worker,... more »
Homeless & Housing
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