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![The Humane Society of the United States]()
The Humane Society of the United States
- Location:
- Washington, DC
3.24257 stars 404 reviews
ProWelfare wrote:
HSUS goes the distance for animals with a voice that crosses geographical and psychological boundaries in successful attempts to break bad habits and cycles of societal operations that negatively impact life; thus, improving the world around us. The... more »
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![National Parks Conservation Association]()
National Parks Conservation Association
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.86704 stars 361 reviews
ocbaskets wrote:
I appreciate the work that the NPCA does in supporting our National Parks. Our family tries to visit several parks every year. I like the fact that the NPCA keeps us informed of legislation affecting the parks, and gives us an opportunity to have input.... more »
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![The Nonhuman Rights Project Inc]()
The Nonhuman Rights Project Inc
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.97436 stars 117 reviews
Pogo wrote:
This is a very worthwhile organization who is using toward actual legal rights of animals starting with chimps. They have filed their first cases in New York. If they are successful, the law will provide several chimps who are living in New York... more »
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![American Humane]()
American Humane
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.53153 stars 111 reviews
Fallon OBrien wrote:
Another terrible charity involving that Palm Beach plastic surgery "Scarecrow" Lois Pope. Refuse to donate to any organization that this "Serial Capital Gains Tax Avoider" is involved in. Go to www.loispope.com to find out more. Give to the "Real" Humane... more »
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![Humane Rescue Alliance]()
Humane Rescue Alliance
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.67368 stars 95 reviews
waterfrtdc wrote:
It's too bad that the abused and homeless dogs and cats have a CEO getting paid almost $200,000.00 plus benefits etc. More than the Mayor. More than a Senator. Imagine how many animals that kind of money would feed, or rescue. For all that money, she... more »
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![DC PAWS Rescue]()
DC PAWS Rescue
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.97436 stars 78 reviews
Lynn B. wrote:
DC PAWS is an organization I am proud to be involved with, as a non-profit professional, a professional trainer, and long-time rescue volunteer and adopter. This young organization is built on compassion, kindness, and mindful attention to creating a... more »
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![Animal Rescue Corps Inc]()
Animal Rescue Corps Inc
- Location:
- Washington, DC
5 stars 63 reviews
Rachel107 wrote:
Can not believe no one has written a review on this absolutely wonderful and crucial org! Scotlund Haisley is the founder/pres. and i would follow him to the ends of the earth for all that he does for animals every day, every second! These wonderful people... more »
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![City Dogs & City Kitties Rescue]()
City Dogs & City Kitties Rescue
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.93548 stars 62 reviews
Loretta123 wrote:
City Dogs Rescue & City Kitties is a rescue organization that goes far above and beyond the call of duty to rescue and find homes for dogs and cats. The amount of support and community knowledge you receive when you adopt from CDR is unparalleled. After... more »
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![Defenders of Wildlife]()
Defenders of Wildlife
- Location:
- Washington, DC
3.58621 stars 58 reviews
marc8200 wrote:
Defenders of the Wildlife is a first class organization working to support animals. Their work on protecting Wolves in the Southwest specifically is really worthwhile. Check them out. more »
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![World Wildlife Fund, Inc.]()
World Wildlife Fund, Inc.
- Location:
- Washington, DC
2.85455 stars 55 reviews
skankin22jax wrote:
I became a member after watching the movie, the 11th Hour, a documentary by Leonardo Dicaprio. WWF had nothing to do with this film, but that film opened my eyes to what's going on in this world. I did some research and wanted to try and help and WWF... more »
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![APOPO US Inc]()
APOPO US Inc
- Location:
- DC, WA
5 stars 53 reviews
Jerome_L wrote:
When people think about rats in history they probably think about plague, poverty and epidemics and I was basically one of them. And one day I discovered Apopo in a documentary; Even now, when I'm writing these words, I'm smiling, thinking about how this... more »
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![A Well-Fed World: Plants-4-Hunger]()
A Well-Fed World: Plants-4-Hunger
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.86667 stars 30 reviews
Writer wrote:
A Well-Fed World's model of supporting community based hunger relief and food distribution programs increases the sustainability and cultural appropriateness of these feeding programs. Additionally, the work they do to protect and help animals extends... more »
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![Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries]()
Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.14286 stars 14 reviews
Gulliver1 wrote:
Equine Voices Rescue & Sanctuary was accredited by the Global Federation of Animal Sanctuaries (GFAS) in 2010. We decided to put the time into this intense but very important accredidation for several reasons, and realized early on the importance of... more »
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![Humane Society International]()
Humane Society International
- Location:
- Washington, DC
3.16667 stars 6 reviews
J Reina wrote:
It's nice to see the Charity Navigator rating for HSI has increased to 3. HSI works hard to make changes in the world against unbelievable odds because the people in so many of the areas where they work don't see animals as worthy of anything, much less... more »
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![Physicians Committee For Responsible Medicine]()
Physicians Committee For Responsible Medicine
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.33333 stars 6 reviews
mikimoto.too wrote:
I have contributed to PCRM for years and have supported their mission. I have found them to be responsible and compassionate. I have met Dr. Neal Barnard several times and found him to be a highly devoted and ethical person. As for others feeling... more »
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![Animal Welfare Institute]()
Animal Welfare Institute
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.2 stars 5 reviews
informeddonor wrote:
They do great work at very little cost. If worldwide impact on the lives of suffering or unfairly exploited animals is important to you, consider donating or volunteering with this org. I plan to give again soon. more »
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![Oceana, Inc.]()
Oceana, Inc.
- Location:
- Washington, DC
3.66667 stars 3 reviews
Dick Israel wrote:
Excellent and efficient non-prof. World-wide work on preserving oceanic life. Thoroughly deserving. more »
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![The White Coat Waste Project Inc]()
The White Coat Waste Project Inc
- Location:
- Washington, DC
3.66667 stars 3 reviews
Belniak5127 wrote:
I know someone personally that worked in an animal laboratory. They asked if they could console a terrified monkey and were told no. It breaks my heart. There is no reason that we need to subject sentient beings to repetitive and horrific experiments.... more »
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![Bonobo Conservation Initiative]()
Bonobo Conservation Initiative
- Location:
- Washington, DC
5 stars 2 reviews
EllenMcCann wrote:
I don't remember how I found out about BCI but they quickly became my favorite charity. I believe the health of this planet relies on a healthy rain forest and by working with the communities to help save bonobos, they are creating partnerships that... more »
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![Ocean Conservancy]()
Ocean Conservancy
- Location:
- Washington, DC
5 stars 1 review
EsmarlinC wrote:
As someone who deeply values and appreciates nature, I'm a huge supporter of the Ocean Conservancy. Their dedication to protecting our oceans and the incredible life within them is inspiring. They're doing vital work to ensure a healthy future for our... more »
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![National Wildlife Refuge Association]()
National Wildlife Refuge Association
- Location:
- Washington, DC
5 stars 1 review
dunelight wrote:
The National Wildlife Refuge Association (NWRA) is an innovative and energetic organization whose mission statement says it all: "To conserve America’s wildlife heritage for future generations through strategic programs that protect and enhance the... more »
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![Humanitarian Operations Protecting Elephants]()
Humanitarian Operations Protecting Elephants
- Location:
- Washington, DC
5 stars 1 review
mrsbosslady72 wrote:
Great organization run by a strong leader doing very impactful work. more »
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![Alaska Wilderness League]()
Alaska Wilderness League
- Location:
- Washington, DC
0 stars 0 reviews
To lead the effort to preserve Alaska's wild lands and waters by engaging citizens and decision makers with a courageous, constant,... more »
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![Center For Food Safety]()
Center For Food Safety
- Location:
- Washington, DC
0 stars 0 reviews
The center for food safety (cfs) is a non-profit public interest and environmental advocacy membership organization established... more »
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![ISLAND PRESS- CENTER FOR RESOURCE ECONOMICS]()
ISLAND PRESS- CENTER FOR RESOURCE ECONOMICS
- Location:
- Washington, DC
0 stars 0 reviews
Island Press is a nonprofit organization that produces pioneering, multidisciplinary and timely information that stimulates, shapes,... more »
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![International Union for Conservation of Nature - US (IUCN-US)]()
International Union for Conservation of Nature - US (IUCN-US)
- Location:
- Washington, DC
0 stars 0 reviews
To influence, encourage, and assist societies throughout the world to conserve the integrity and diversity of nature and to ensure... more »
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![National Fish and Wildlife Foundation]()
National Fish and Wildlife Foundation
- Location:
- Washington, DC
0 stars 0 reviews
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation (NFWF) is dedicated to sustaining, restoring and enhancing the nation’s fish, wildlife,... more »
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![People Animals Love]()
People Animals Love
- Location:
- Washington, DC
0 stars 0 reviews
The organization's mission is to sponsor programs for adults and children that show how the special bond between animals and humans... more »
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![FUND FOR ANIMALS INC]()
FUND FOR ANIMALS INC
- Location:
- Washington, DC
0 stars 0 reviews
THE ALLEVIATION OF FEAR, PREVENTION OF PAIN AND THE RELIEF OF SUFFERING OF ANIMALS EVERYWHERE AND TO FOSTER HUMANE CONDUCT TOWARD... more »
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![The Humane Society Foundation Inc]()
The Humane Society Foundation Inc
- Location:
- Washington, DC
0 stars 0 reviews
The Humane Society Foundation mission is to improve the quality of care of homeless pets while housed in shelters, to help in-need... more »
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