Find Nonprofits
RAKSHA INC
Raksha’s mission is to promote a stronger and healthier South Asian community through confidential support services, education, and advocacy. Raksha works towards healing, empowerment, and justice for survivors of violence.
ATLANTA, Georgia
CANCER FOR COLLEGE
Cancer for College provides financial aid to cancer survivors in the form of college scholarships. The application period is open annually from October 1st - January 31st. View the requirements here: http://cancerforcollege.org/CFC_Application.html
Vista, California
KISORO COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS ASSOCIATION
*KISORO COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS ASSOCIATION (KCVA) *Who we Are* *KCVA* is a local, volunteer-driven NGO/CBO based in *Kisoro District, South-Western Uganda*. Started in the early 2000s by Kisoro residents who wanted to tackle poverty, HIV/AIDS, and poor farming yields in their own communities. *What we Do* KCVA *utilizes* local volunteers, international volunteers and partnerships to run programs in 5 main areas: 1. *Farming & Food Security* Trains small holder farmers on improved potato, beans, and vegetable farming. Teaches post-harvest handling, kitchen gardens, and links groups to markets. 2. *Women & Youth Empowerment* Forms Village Savings groups + SACCOs. Teaches record keeping, bargaining, and business skills. Helps women speak up in community meetings. 3. *Health Support* Community education on malaria, nutrition, maternal health, and HIV/AIDS. Home visits for vulnerable families. Supports school fees for orphans. 4. *Environment* Tree planting and soil conservation on Kisoro’s steep hills. Works to reduce conflict between farmers and wildlife near Mgahinga Gorilla Park. 5. *Education* Back-to-school drives for girls, adult literacy circles, and scholastic materials for vulnerable kids. *How we Work* -Volunteer model : Trained local volunteers mobilize communities and follow up weekly. Keeps costs low, trust high. - *Partnership model*: KCVA doesn’t work alone. It partners with INGOs in Kisoro District and abroad for extension staff and volunteers Founded Early 2000s Status Registered CBO/NGO with Kisoro District & NGO Bureau Based, Kisoro District Uganda **Beneficiaries** Small holder farmers, women, youth, vulnerable children
International Ambassadress for Community Education & Development
Hello Friends and Family Members, Happiness and health blessing bringing in this new year! I hope this finds you all well and on top as we continue to ride this wave of life! We here at iam-ced.org have had a jam packed year of learning, stretching and growing sometimes painful into this new paradigm asking to be born and guided into the sustainable systems leading the forefront of this current global transition. Continuing to network with local agriculture and sustainable systems, we are now embarking on and continue foundational groundwork building earthships and educational centers here in northern California. As the native tribes believe, it will take conscious focus and care for the next 7 generations to see the change we want to be. As well as self-care being paramount in the times that we are living, we also continue to share holistic knowledge-based approach to health and taking action and responsibility for our own mental and physical well-being and sharing this knowledge with friends and family circles in an open source way. We have so far supported hundreds of individuals through detoxing and mental and physical health. From simple solutions such as fresh squeezed lemon water to Manuka honey antibiotic (most potent antibodies known to man!) Feel free to reach out to for any guidance and support for any challenges you or a loved one may have. A sustainable solution is at our finger tips, we just need the will and Curiosity to unlock the answer supporting and guiding each other and through this most exciting times to be alive!
Pacifica, California
BethanyKids
BethanyKids is a compassionate, Christian mission transforming the lives of African children with surgical conditions and disabilities through pediatric surgery, rehabilitation, public education, spiritual ministry, and training health professionals.
Abingdon, Virginia
MEDICAL AMBASSADORS INTERNATIONAL
At Medical Ambassadors International we build relationships with the world’s most vulnerable people and together we work to heal communities both physically and spiritually.
Salida, California
Frist Art Museum
The mission of the Frist Art Museum is to present and originate high-quality exhibitions with related educational programs and community outreach activities.
NASHVILLE, Tennessee
Safe Connections
Safe Connections is proud to be one of the St. Louis region’s oldest and largest organizations working to prevent and end domestic and sexual violence while helping survivors reclaim their lives. Our services in prevention education, crisis intervention and counseling make a big difference for families and the health of our community.
Saint Louis, MissouriADOPTION OPTIONS
Making a difference in communities through dedicated service and impact.
DENVER, Colorado
Newton Fire Museum, Inc.
Making a difference in communities through dedicated service and impact.
Newton, New Jersey
Ocean River Institute
The Ocean River Institute connects donors and advocates with specific community-based opportunities to practice stewardship, save wildlife and protect ecosystems with environmental education, science, and conservation by facilitating the grassroots efforts of groups working at local and regional levels.
Cambridge, Massachusetts
Alumni Alliance for Racial Justice
AARJ works to dismantle racism and white supremacy at predominantly white institutions by advocating for antiracist policies and education through alumni engagement. By emphasizing racial justice, social consciousness, and meaningful diversity and inclusion, AARJ works to support the well-being of students, faculty, and staff of color.
Santa Barbara, California