My Nonprofit Reviews
Nora Parker
Review for North County LGBTQ Resource Center, Oceanside, CA, USA
In the past 5 years I have watched this organization fueled originally by 7 unpaid volunteers meeting each month at a different venue because there was no money for rent, to a small but vibrant center serving 8,000 people a month. All in need are served straight or LGBTQ, all races, colors, ethnic backgrounds. This year for the first time they have 1 1/2 employees to cover office hours the rest is totally volunteer driven. Great support programs for adolescent and those suffering homelessness. Aid support groups for women with children, regular free testing and free contraceptives. Strong supporters of local H.S. Gay Straight Alliances and anti bullying education. I have never seen so few do so much with such limited funds. Also wonderful support for military personnel at Camp Pendelton since before DADT was repealed. Get to know and support this dynamic organization.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Support expansion of physical space facilities, as the groups have grown space is limited. They need more fresh air ventilation. They could also use some new sturdy couches to handle the volume of use. More money for youth programs, and community educational programs.
Was your donation impactful?
Definitely
How likely is it that you would recommend that a friend donate to this group?
Definitely
How likely are you to donate to this group again?
Definitely
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2013
Review for North County LGBTQ Resource Center, Oceanside, CA, USA
This place not only provides a service to the LGBTQ Community, but is open and welcoming to all members of the community. It sets a sample on what love, compassion and caring for all fellow humans should look like. It is an oasis in the midst of very conservative North County showing that equality means all welcome, all served equally. It brings humanness and sincere caring to a new level. All opinions are respected and the programs that it offers young and old of every background straight, curious and the LGBTQ community are commendable.
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Will you volunteer or donate to this organization?
Likely
How much of an impact do you think this organization has?
A lot
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2012
