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![Central Union Mission]()
Central Union Mission
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.93243 stars 74 reviews
anons wrote:
I gave them $50 one year. Then, they proceeded to bombard me with junk mail. I estimate that they spent $20 sending me junk mail in one year alone. I have no desire to donate money if a significant amount of the money is going to be spent on mailings.... more »
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![The Northwest Center (NORTHWEST CENTER INC)]()
The Northwest Center (NORTHWEST CENTER INC)
- Location:
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4.92424 stars 66 reviews
RuthVolunteer wrote:
I'm here at The Northwest Center for more than 2 years and I enjoy helping latin women, giving counsil and orientation about different topics. Health for her and her baby is a priority and we educate the women about fetal development and prenatal health.... more »
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![DC Central Kitchen, Inc.]()
DC Central Kitchen, Inc.
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.76271 stars 59 reviews
SPines wrote:
I am currently a greatful student at DC Central Kitchen. I have learned alot and love the program. The hands on hands experience is something that I will treasure for the rest of my life. The staff is wonderful. You learn alot of things about the kitchen... more »
Job Training
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![Community of Hope, Inc.]()
Community of Hope, Inc.
- Location:
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4.82353 stars 51 reviews
Symba wrote:
This organization used to help those who were in recovery. Now, they are allowing our women to move out into their own places while they are still using. Unfortunately, they only care about keeping their numbers up by proving they are finding housing... more »
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![Asian/Pacific Islander Domestic Violence Resource Project]()
Asian/Pacific Islander Domestic Violence Resource Project
- Location:
- Washington, DC
5 stars 45 reviews
MariamR wrote:
DVRP is a great organization to get involved with if you like to see the impact of your work almost instantly. I have served as a community outreach volunteer, an advocate who has worked directly with survivors of domestic violence, and am currently on... more »
Homeless & Housing
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![N Street Village, Inc.]()
N Street Village, Inc.
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.97059 stars 34 reviews
ABlasco wrote:
I have volunteered at this organization helping to serve breakfast. It was a great experience. Generally everyone was super friendly, including the staff and women their for breakfast. It was great to see N Street's fantastic work in action! more »
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![Some Inc]()
Some Inc
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.9697 stars 33 reviews
Micah wrote:
One of the best organized groups in DC. Some. Really makes a difference in the lives of dcs neediest residents more »
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![Friendship Place]()
Friendship Place
- Location:
- Washington, DC
5 stars 28 reviews
aerenmartinez wrote:
I am a former employee and continue to be a donor of Community Council for the Homeless at Friendship Place is an innovative, wonderfully creative professional organization that serves a key function in helping to end homelessness in Washington, DC. In... more »
Mental Health
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![Lydia's House in Southeast Washington DC]()
Lydia's House in Southeast Washington DC
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.94444 stars 18 reviews
Queenme wrote:
Lydia's House is a jewel providing services to families in a significantly challenged section of the Nation's Capitol. This section of the District of Columbia has demographics that reflect severe need for residents living below the poverty level including... more »
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![Legal Counsel for the Elderly]()
Legal Counsel for the Elderly
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.52941 stars 17 reviews
Aaron S. wrote:
AARP Legal Counsel for the Elder is one of the best volunteer experiences that I have ever had. As an undergrad, I was not entirely sure how an office functions in it's day to day life, but LCE was very welcoming and helped me adjust to a more professional... more »
Civil Rights
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![Dc Doors]()
Dc Doors
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.07143 stars 14 reviews
Writer wrote:
I am a Latina, homeless mother. I sought the help of DC Doors, during the time I participated in their transitional living program, I was assisted with finding a job, and getting back on my feet. I came to DC Doors after leaving my abuser and having to... more »
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![National Homelessness Law Center]()
National Homelessness Law Center
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.90909 stars 11 reviews
mmarionman wrote:
As a volunteer, I am impressed by the knowledge and dedication of the staff. NLCHP uses legisltation,education & litigation to ensure the rights of homeless children to education, prevent eviction and denial of housing to domestic violence victims, protect the... more »
Homeless & Housing
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![The Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless, Inc.]()
The Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless, Inc.
- Location:
- Washington, DC
5 stars 10 reviews
JCollins wrote:
The Washington Legal Clinic for the Homeless is one of the most worthy causes in our nation's capital. As a first-year law student, new to Washington, DC, I was astonished at the number of homeless people living on the streets in dire conditions just... more »
Homeless & Housing
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![Street Sense]()
Street Sense
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.85714 stars 7 reviews
sonja2 wrote:
I came to Street Sense as an intern in February 2010 to fill academic credit. Every day I came in and checked the office's e-mails, helped organize information in the database, and most frequently wrote stories of my own. While I didn't get out of the... more »
Homeless & Housing
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![Miriams Kitchen]()
Miriams Kitchen
- Location:
- Washington, DC
5 stars 7 reviews
amesjones wrote:
Miriam's is really a community - both for the guests we serve, as well as among the volunteers. Sometimes I show up for my breakfast shift feeling really sleeped-deprived...but it only takes a few moments for me to see all the friendly faces and feel... more »
Food
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![Rebuilding Together, Inc.]()
Rebuilding Together, Inc.
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.2 stars 5 reviews
tsomaha wrote:
I have been working with Rebuilding Together as a volunteer, team captain and board member for over 10 years. In our community, this organization works directly with elderly and disabled low income homeowners to ensure they can continue to live in the... more »
Homeless & Housing
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![National Coalition for the Homeless, Inc.]()
National Coalition for the Homeless, Inc.
- Location:
- Washington, DC
5 stars 4 reviews
ABlasco wrote:
The Coalition has a fantastic website that has been very valuable for me in my work. I use the directories and fact sheets constantly. more »
Civil Rights
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![Habitat For Humanity International Inc]()
Habitat For Humanity International Inc
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.66667 stars 3 reviews
Lincoln R. wrote:
In a world full of riches, it's easy to forget how many of us still live in deplorable, inadequate or minimal spaces. Habitat for Humanity represents the best of our species in our efforts to give the least fortunate among us a home they can be proud... more »
Homeless & Housing
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![My Sisters Place Inc]()
My Sisters Place Inc
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4 stars 3 reviews
philanthropist wrote:
I have had the opportunity to observe a period of growth and renewal at MSP. This remarkable period of organizational growth and development resulted in program and services expansion including a renovated/state of the art shelter as well as new and innovative... more »
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![Community Family Life Services, Inc.]()
Community Family Life Services, Inc.
- Location:
- Washington, DC
5 stars 2 reviews
live2serve wrote:
Community Family Life Services is a truly inspirational organization that serves the homeless and impoverished residents of Washington, D.C. The staff are genuinely invested in the success of each client that walks through the doors at CFLS. I have never... more »
Children & Youth
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![Calvary Women's Services, Inc.]()
Calvary Women's Services, Inc.
- Location:
- Washington, DC
5 stars 2 reviews
Olivia wrote:
I have worked with Calvary since 1998 and this is truly a worthy organization if you're looking for a good place to invest your charitable contributions or volunteer time. I started as an overnight volunteer and for many years spent two nights/month... more »
Homeless & Housing
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![Access Housing Inc DC - SE Veterans Service Center]()
Access Housing Inc DC - SE Veterans Service Center
- Location:
- Washington, DC
5 stars 2 reviews
donnyST wrote:
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![The National Alliance to End Homelessness, Inc.]()
The National Alliance to End Homelessness, Inc.
- Location:
- Washington, DC
4.5 stars 2 reviews
Durham wrote:
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![JUBILEE HOUSING INC]()
JUBILEE HOUSING INC
- Location:
- Washington, DC
5 stars 2 reviews
Jubilee Housing wrote:
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![HOUSING COUNSELING SERVICES INC]()
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- Location:
- Washington, DC
4 stars 2 reviews
Song wrote:
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![Survivors and Advocates for Empowerment (SAFE), Inc.]()
Survivors and Advocates for Empowerment (SAFE), Inc.
- Location:
- Washington, DC
5 stars 2 reviews
Krisan S. wrote:
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![Homes For Hope Inc]()
Homes For Hope Inc
- Location:
- Washington, DC
5 stars 1 review
veronica2 wrote:
I am the Executive Director and founder of Homes for Hope, Inc. Each year since its founding, I wondered why we still existed. We have struggled financially and at times have come close to closing our doors for lack of support. But, on a day... more »
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![Manna Inc]()
Manna Inc
- Location:
- Washington, DC
5 stars 1 review
Alex H.1 wrote:
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Catholic Charities Of The Archdiocese Of Washington Inc
- Location:
- Washington, DC
0 stars 0 reviews
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Children & Youth
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![Pathways To Housing DC]()
Pathways To Housing DC
- Location:
- Washington, DC
0 stars 0 reviews
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Mental Health
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![Delta Housing Corporation Of The District Of Columbia]()
Delta Housing Corporation Of The District Of Columbia
- Location:
- Washington, DC
0 stars 0 reviews
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![House of Ruth]()
House of Ruth
- Location:
- Washington DC, DC
0 stars 0 reviews
Our Mission: House of Ruth empowers women, children, and families to rebuild their lives and heal from trauma, abuse, and houselessness. Founded... more »
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![Christ House]()
Christ House
- Location:
- Washington, DC
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Latino Economic Development Center
- Location:
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DC VOLUNTEER LAWYERS PROJECT
- Location:
- Washington, DC
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Building Futures Family Aids Housing Inc
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WASHINGTON AREA COMMUNITY INVESTMENT FUND INC
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THE EQUAL RIGHTS CENTER
- Location:
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0 stars 0 reviews
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