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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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Santa Barbara Nonprofits and Charities
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![The Freedom To Choose Project]()
The Freedom To Choose Project
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
4.96825 stars 126 reviews
Wendy45 wrote:
Freedom To Choose is an AMAZING organization! Volunteering is one of the most inspiring incredible life-changing experiences. Please help support the work they are doing!! more »
Crime & Law
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![Los Padres ForestWatch]()
Los Padres ForestWatch
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
4.968 stars 125 reviews
AllanMorton wrote:
Forest Watch focuses on the Los Padres National Forest. The Los Padres is special in many ways, but for me, particularly because of its proximity to large populations it affords people the opportunity to experience the natural world. As the world becomes... more »
Animals
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![Organic Soup Kitchen]()
Organic Soup Kitchen
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
4.94175 stars 103 reviews
NPandC wrote:
Anthony, Andrea, Tony, and their team of volunteers and donors provide a beautiful, healthy meal for about 1,000 homeless men, women, and children every major holiday. more »
Food
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![LifeChronicles]()
LifeChronicles
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
4.96104 stars 77 reviews
lifechronicles wrote:
LifeChronicles is an organization that captures the essence of the incredible people that you and I see everyday. But, instead of just passing them by, we get to acknowledge what they are about. LifeChronicles, captures the stories and memories of those... more »
Arts & Culture
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![PathPoint]()
PathPoint
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
4.98333 stars 60 reviews
jjhuntman wrote:
I joined the Pathpoint Board about two years ago and have been so impressed with the organization. Pathpoint has incredible staff and leaders and are deeply dedicated to helping people with disabilities and disadvantages. This is probably one of the... more »
Mental Health
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![Wilderness Youth Project]()
Wilderness Youth Project
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
5 stars 35 reviews
kell1118 wrote:
Wilderness Youth Project has been such a gift for our children. The obvious, immersing kids in nature and providing experiences in the wilderness being one gift. But even more than that, Wilderness Youth Project (WYP) serves the whole child. They use... more »
Children & Youth
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![Heal The Ocean]()
Heal The Ocean
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
4.97143 stars 35 reviews
billpoehler wrote:
Heal the Ocean is doing exactly that -"healing the ocean". They have become a wonderful voice to all those who enjoy our beautiful oceans by drawing attention to the many ways we can help heal the water. Starting with a major household septic system to... more »
Environment
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![Institute for Collective Trauma and Growth]()
Institute for Collective Trauma and Growth
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
4.9697 stars 33 reviews
Writer wrote:
I'm constantly recommending the resources of ICTG to community and church leaders. There's really nobody like ICTG out there and they consistently offer invaluable materials for groups managing in the wake of traumas. more »
Disaster Aid
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![World Business Academy]()
World Business Academy
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
4.96296 stars 27 reviews
Maurice Rendel wrote:
The World Business Academy produces some of the most important research and media on the state of business and the intersection between business and society. more »
Education
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![Global Parents For Eczema Research]()
Global Parents For Eczema Research
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
5 stars 27 reviews
korey_C wrote:
I work for GPER but I've donated to this nonprofit every year for the past 5 years because I believe in its mission and efficient operation. GPER works to support children and families impacted by more severe eczema and invests in research that will lead... more »
Health
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![New Directions for People With Disabilities Inc]()
New Directions for People With Disabilities Inc
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
5 stars 19 reviews
susan62 wrote:
When I completed graduate school, I looked around for a company that took people with developmental disabilities on vacations, as I had been doing on a smaller scale in NYC. I found several companies and worked for a few, with moderate satisfaction, but... more »
Human Services
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![Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics]()
Santa Barbara Neighborhood Clinics
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
4.92857 stars 14 reviews
Miss_Ilene wrote:
I have volunteered at SBNC since September of 2007. Previously to that, I was the clinic manager at one of their clinics (Westside Clinic), and witnessed first hand the excellent work these dedicated individuals provide to the community. more »
Mental Health
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![Child Hope International]()
Child Hope International
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
5 stars 14 reviews
Kathy52 wrote:
Our daughter first heard of Child Hope in 2009. Since then she has been there four times to work with Bill and Suzette. Their compassion and ministry are inspiring! My husband and I sponsor a child there. The Manasseros are probably the most selfless... more »
Children & Youth
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![Unite to Light]()
Unite to Light
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
5 stars 7 reviews
BabaDwayne wrote:
I am president of a non-profit that works in northern Tanzania, East Africa, providing scholarships for very poor students to attend secondary school and university. Most of our students have no electricity in their homes and therefore must study by... more »
Education
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![K-9 Placement And Assistance League Inc]()
K-9 Placement And Assistance League Inc
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
5 stars 6 reviews
dogrescuer wrote:
K-9 Placement and Assistance League (PALS) provides wonderful, all-volunteer support for the Santa Barbara County Shelter Services. They fund raise for medical care for the animals in the shelter and do non-stop networking to find fosters and adopters.... more »
Animals
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![The Dalmatian Dreams Foundation]()
The Dalmatian Dreams Foundation
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
4.2 stars 5 reviews
Amanda Rae wrote:
Dream Foundation is the only nonprofit agency that fulfills the final wishes of adults battling progressive and irreversible illness. This is an unduplicated service. 86% of every dollar donated goes directly toward dream fulfillment for an adult facing... more »
Human Services
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![Hillside House]()
Hillside House
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
5 stars 5 reviews
Silvio L. wrote:
Hillside house is an opportunity for those individual who are challenged by some form of disability have and opportunity to live as normal a life as possible under the circumstances. Caregivers are compassionate but refuse to create co dependent... more »
Disabilities
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![Scholarship Foundation Of Santa Barbara]()
Scholarship Foundation Of Santa Barbara
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
4.4 stars 5 reviews
waynehsmith1 wrote:
The Scholarship Foundation of Santa Barbara is 50 years old. It has consistently provided scholarhsips for students of Santa Barbara County with more than 30,000 scholarships totaling $65 million being awarded since 1962. The program is very efficient... more »
Education
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![Santa Barbara Humane]()
Santa Barbara Humane
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
3.5 stars 4 reviews
tink wrote:
The Santa Maria Valley Humane Society (SMVHS) was founded as a nonprofit organization in 1982 and operated as a volunteer-run organization focused on adoption solutions for unwanted cats and dogs. In 1988, the organization opened its current facility... more »
Animals
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![Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse]()
Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
4 stars 4 reviews
erowan wrote:
I plan to continue 12 step meetings and I also plan on using relapse prevention tools that I learned here at Project Recovery. Inez more »
Mental Health
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![Marine Conservation Network]()
Marine Conservation Network
- Location:
- SANTA BARBARA, CA
5 stars 3 reviews
MattBille wrote:
"I’m a science and space writer in Colorado Springs, and I’d like to congratulate Kimberly Ray, Founder and CEO, for her efforts in education and conservation. She started with nothing but the desire to make a difference and has kept up the effort,... more »
Technology
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![Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara]()
Museum of Contemporary Art Santa Barbara
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
lauramackerjohnston wrote:
MCA Santa Barbara is a cultural gem. Dedicated to artists' unique expression of contemporary values, the exhibitions are engaging and awe-inspiring. A playground for the senses! The Art Study Tour program is a must do. Insider access to contemporary... more »
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![The Land Trust For Santa Barbara County]()
The Land Trust For Santa Barbara County
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
JAS2013 wrote:
Like a plant without water, if I go any length of time without enjoying the natural surroundings of my own backyard, I too, feel like I will wither away. The beauty of the natural surroundings in Santa Barbara County is largely do to the work of nonprofits... more »
Food
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![New Beginnings Counseling Center]()
New Beginnings Counseling Center
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
3 stars 2 reviews
Writer wrote:
New Beginnings Counseling Center serves Santa Barbara and the surrounding communities in ways that no other organization does...by providing low, or no, cost services to individuals, families, veterans and children who are in great need of shelter, basic... more »
Human Services
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![Santa Barbara Rescue Mission]()
Santa Barbara Rescue Mission
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
3 stars 2 reviews
justice2012 wrote:
I chose to sleep on the streets rather than stay at the rescue mission because one of the volunteers was very aggressive towards me. He made my brief stay at the mission both uncomfortable and impossible. He is required to work at the mission as part... more »
Mental Health
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![Mental Health Association In Santa Barbara County]()
Mental Health Association In Santa Barbara County
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
henryglasheen wrote:
I attended the annual lunch fundraiser and listened to the CEO's report. AnnMarie Cameron is obviously a very thoughtful and positive person, and she cares deeply for the organization she runs. I met several of the board members, and immediately wanted... more »
Mental Health
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![San Marcos High School Royal Pride Foundation]()
San Marcos High School Royal Pride Foundation
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
Royal wrote:
The Royal Pride Foundation is an outstanding non profit that has made a huge difference at San Marcos High School in Santa Barbara, California. In it's first two years of existence it has accomplished a great deal. These accomplishments include: supporting... more »
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![Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History]()
Santa Barbara Museum of Natural History
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
5 stars 2 reviews
MichaelDubSB wrote:
My wife and I both went to UCSB and 10 years after graduating moved back to raise a family. We really didn't know the community but immediately fell in love with the Museum of Natural History. Our kids have grown up here, attending their amazing camps... more »
Arts & Culture
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![Vitamin Angel Alliance Inc]()
Vitamin Angel Alliance Inc
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
5 stars 1 review
FriendofNonprofits wrote:
I've worked with Vitamin Angels in a professional setting, and all I can say is the global reach and impact this team is making towards ending malnutrition is unbelievable. With a devoted team, global consultants, field partners around the world, corporate... more »
Food
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![Everybody Dance Now!]()
Everybody Dance Now!
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
5 stars 1 review
Sophie93 wrote:
This organization is spectacular. What they do is so important, and their growth in the past 2 years is uncharted. Giving opportunities to young people to not only participate in quality arts programming but then also to become leaders in their own right... more »
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![Girl Up Initiative Uganda]()
Girl Up Initiative Uganda
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
5 stars 1 review
Janice75 wrote:
Girl Up Initiative Uganda is doing good work in Kampala, Uganda, promoting gender equality, health, education and leadership to school age girls. They also empower the women by teaching them how to sew, a life skill they can earn an income from. Earned... more »
International
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![Santa Barbara Channel Keeper]()
Santa Barbara Channel Keeper
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
5 stars 1 review
kalia wrote:
Santa Barbara Channelkeeper is the most effective water quality organization I've been involved with. With their small staff, I am continually amazed at the quality and effectiveness of their work. They are science-based, results-orientated, and passionate! more »
Environment
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![Zenbycat]()
Zenbycat
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
5 stars 1 review
Baller45 wrote:
They are doing a great thing. Helping cats is something i do not see that often and in a small town this is, a great commitment. I don’t know how they aren’t 5 stars. more »
Animals
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![Catholic Charities Santa Barbara Region]()
Catholic Charities Santa Barbara Region
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
5 stars 1 review
rhemarodaw wrote:
The case workers, food pantry staff, thriftyshopper staff, and administrative staff all know why they do what they do for so many working poor and poor people..most especially the "homeless". They all know that this is what Jesus did and still does today-... more »
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![Energy Independence Now]()
Energy Independence Now
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
4 stars 1 review
gunjan_1304 wrote:
I am from India. I need help for mother's cancer treatment.The treatment is given by doctor is targeted therapy which is only taking tablet on daily bases and the cost of tablet is per month $1,751.81 which is takes almost 3 to 4 years for cured so please... more »
Environment
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![CHILDRENS NEUROBIOLOGICAL SOLUTIONS FOUNDATION INC]()
CHILDRENS NEUROBIOLOGICAL SOLUTIONS FOUNDATION INC
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Children's Neurobiological Solutions (CNS) Foundation is a national non-profit, 501(c)(3) organization seeking brain repair and... more »
Health
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![Worldhealer]()
Worldhealer
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Worldhealer believes community based practices promote sustainable systemic and behavioral change. Every individual in this world... more »
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![ASSOCIATION FOR GLOBAL NEW THOUGHT]()
ASSOCIATION FOR GLOBAL NEW THOUGHT
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The goal of the Association for Global New Thought’s programs in spiritually guided activism is to support concerned and informed... more »
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![Rancho Palomino Santa Barbara Inc]()
Animals
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![Center for Injury Research]()
Technology
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![Santa Barbara County Search And Rescue Inc]()
Santa Barbara County Search And Rescue Inc
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
SBCSAR volunteers are trained in wilderness emergencies such as high-angle rock rescues, car-over-the-side accidents, downed aircraft,... more »
Disaster Aid
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![SADDHAMMA FOUNDATION]()
Religion
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![Community Environmental Council, Inc.]()
Community Environmental Council, Inc.
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Our Mission is to improve the quality of our air, land, water and energy resources and promote their sustainable use. Our Method... more »
Environment
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![Storyteller Childrens Center Inc]()
Storyteller Childrens Center Inc
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Storyteller childrens center is a non-profit organization that provides high quality early childhood education for homeless and... more »
Children & Youth
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![Myglobalclassroom Inc]()
Education
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![Foodbank Of Santa Barbara County]()
Foodbank Of Santa Barbara County
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
To end hunger and transform the health of our community by providing nourishment to those in need by acquiring and distributing... more »
Food
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![Festivals 4 A Cause Inc.]()
Festivals 4 A Cause Inc.
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Our mission at Festivals 4 a Cause is to engage the community through fun and social events in order to raise awareness and donations... more »
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![YouthWell]()
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![Santa Barbara Young Professionals Club]()
Santa Barbara Young Professionals Club
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The Santa Barbara Young Professionals Club is a non-profit organization focused on connections and community. We provide exciting... more »
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![Mothers Helpers Inc]()
Human Services
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![Permatint Collective]()
Permatint Collective
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Promoting Art in Public Life more »
Arts & Culture
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![The Pacific Pride Foundation Inc]()
The Pacific Pride Foundation Inc
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Provide social services serving the hiv/aids community & to build the adult and youth lgbt communities, including lgbt training... more »
Civil Rights
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![SANTA BARBARA POLICE ACTIVITIES LEAGUE]()
SANTA BARBARA POLICE ACTIVITIES LEAGUE
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The santa barbara police activities league provides quality educational, cultural and athletic programming for the youth of santa... more »
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![Angels Foster Care]()
Angels Foster Care
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Angels Foster Care protects abused, neglected and abandoned infants and toddlers, nurtures them in one loving home until adoption... more »
Children & Youth
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![Santa Barbara Education Foundation]()
Santa Barbara Education Foundation
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Santa Barbara Education Foundation (SBEF) provides and supports programs that enrich the academic, artistic, and personal development... more »
Education
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![911 At Ease International, Inc]()
911 At Ease International, Inc
- Location:
- Santa Barbara , CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Keeping first responders strong! more »
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![Coastal Self Defense Academy]()
Disaster Aid
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![SANTA BARBARA MARITIME MUSEUM]()
SANTA BARBARA MARITIME MUSEUM
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
To preserve and celebrate the maritime heritage of the california coast and present it to the public in an interesting and exciting... more »
Arts & Culture
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![Walters Family Foundation]()
Philanthropy
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![NETWORK MEDICAL WOMEN'S CENTER]()
NETWORK MEDICAL WOMEN'S CENTER
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
LIFE NETWORK, INC. (DBA NETWORK MEDICAL PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER) EXISTS TO ERASE THE NEED FOR ABORTION THROUGH EFFECTIVELY SERVING... more »
Children & Youth
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![CALIFORNIANS FOR POPULATION STABILIZATION INC]()
CALIFORNIANS FOR POPULATION STABILIZATION INC
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Californians for Population Stabilization (CAPS) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit membership organization that relies solely on donations.... more »
Environment
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![Amplify Arts Project (formerly Girls Rock SB)]()
Amplify Arts Project (formerly Girls Rock SB)
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Our mission is to empower girls through music education, the creative arts, community, and positive mentorship. Our vision is... more »
Arts & Culture
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![TV Santa Barbara]()
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![Family Service Agency of Santa Barbara County (FSA)]()
Family Service Agency of Santa Barbara County (FSA)
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Family Service Agency is Santa Barbara County's first and oldest non-sectarian social service agency. Established in 1899, FSA's... more »
Children & Youth
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![Camp Whittier a Camp that benefits the Boys and Girls Club of Santa Barbara County]()
Camp Whittier a Camp that benefits the Boys and Girls Club of Santa Barbara County
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
To provide a safe environment to learn & grow. To gain an appreciation of the natural world. To provide opportunities to contribute. To... more »
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![Santa Barbara International Film Festival]()
Santa Barbara International Film Festival
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) is a 501c3 non-profit organization dedicated to celebrating the art of international... more »
Arts & Culture
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![PIERRE CLAEYSSENS VETERANS FOUNDATON]()
PIERRE CLAEYSSENS VETERANS FOUNDATON
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Pierre Claeyssens Veterans Foundation is committed to honoring the men and women who have served in U.S. military efforts. PCVF... more »
Arts & Culture
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![Living Earth Foundation]()
Living Earth Foundation
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The Living Earth Foundation is a new 501c3 nonprofit research and educational organization. Its primary purpose is to explore,... more »
Food
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![Brazilian Cultural Arts Center Of Santa Barbara]()
Brazilian Cultural Arts Center Of Santa Barbara
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Empower community members through arts education more »
Arts & Culture
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![Ensemble Theatre Company Of Santa Barbara Inc]()
Ensemble Theatre Company Of Santa Barbara Inc
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Ensemble theatre company's (etc) mission is to engage the audiences with entertaining, compelling and thought-provoking theatrical... more »
Arts & Culture
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![SANTA BARBARA BICYCLE COALITION]()
SANTA BARBARA BICYCLE COALITION
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The santa barbara bicycle coalition (sb bike) is a countywide advocacy and resource organization that promotes bicycling for safe... more »
Disaster Aid
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![Bridging Borders International]()
Bridging Borders International
- Location:
- Santa Barbara, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Bridging Borders International embraces world cultures by intentionally loving students from all nations; fostering an atmosphere... more »
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