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YMCA OF THE INLAND NORTHWEST

Welcome to the Y. We're an inclusive organization of men, women and children joined together by a shared commitment to nurturing the potential of kids, promoting healthy living and fostering a sense of social responsibility.

Spokane, Washington

LIGHTHOUSE RANCH FOR BOYS INC

The Lighthouse Ranch was founded in March 1979 by Jim and Lovella Yohe. It is located on a beautiful 40 acre site in Southeast Louisiana. Over one thousand boys have lived at the Ranch and have benefited from its program. Lighthouse Ranch for Boys is a Louisiana licensed, Class A child residential facility located in Loranger, LA. The program is designed for boys (12 through 17 years of age) whom are in need of a stable environment. Many of the over 1,000 boys which have lived at Lighthouse Ranch since its founding in 1979, have been victims of abuse, neglect, drugs, and unstable home environments, which have left the boys to develop maladaptive behavioral issues. By providing a stable, consistent, and structured environment which is both educational and therapeutic in nature, Ranch boys are able to focus on improving their lives. The Ranch has an on-campus accredited school, Lighthouse Christian Academy, with a Master Certified teacher. The school is recognized by the Tangipahoa school board as an Alternative Educational Program. Upon admission to the Ranch, most boys are struggling with academics, with wide learning gaps, a history of poor school attendance, and/or failing grades which places them at high risk for “dropping out” of school and repeating the cycle of poverty. By utilizing a one-on-one approach in a relaxed but structured environment, boys are able to work to close learning gaps, and work ahead in their academics. In addition to classroom style learning, Ranch boys are able to participate in horsemanship and agriculture electives. Learning how to care for animals, ride horses, grow a garden, prepare meals, and complete chores not only allows for the development of future employable skills, but fosters a spirit of independence and growth. The goal is to give residents a foundation for creating better future.

LORANGER, Louisiana

INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF THE BAY AREA

IIBA is a non-profit organization that provides high-quality low-cost legal immigration services to community members who need them most. This past year we helped nearly 10,000 individuals and their families with applications for citizenship, work authorization, adjustment of status, as well as with a host of other services. Generous donations from individuals, in addition to grants from private foundations and government agencies, allow IIBA to provide assistance for free or on a sliding-fee-scale based on income to many who might not otherwise be able to afford the services they need.

San Francisco, California

GIVINGPOINT

GivingPoint is a non-profit that helps expose teens to social issues and connects them to local nonprofits, so that they are equipped to go out and change their world!

Atlanta, Georgia

The Society of Saint Andrew

The Society of St. Andrew brings people together to harvest and share healthy food, reduce food waste, and build caring communities by offering nourishment to hungry neighbors.

Big Island, Virginia

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Liberty Corner Enterprises

Making a difference in communities through dedicated service and impact.

Asheville, North Carolina

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LOGAN COMMUNITY SERVICES INC

Making a difference in communities through dedicated service and impact.

GUTHRIE, Oklahoma

I HAVE A DREAM-OVERTOWN INC

I Have a Dream – Overtown, Inc (IHAD) serves 50 at-risk high school (11th and 12th grades) students. These children have been chosen ten years ago to be “Dreamers” by the I Have a Dream – Overtown program, which has pledged to provide financial assistance for their higher education if the “Dreamer” graduates from high school. The organization is committed to providing whatever services are needed as they complete high school (in the next two years) for the “Dreamers” and their families to help them reach their full potential. . By introducing quality prevention and promotion services, coping and management skills, college readiness techniques, and technological enhancements to these children now with constant re-enforcements and follow through, the I Have a Dream – Overtown program will be able to enhance the needed tutorial, enrichments and life skill programming it has put in place for the “Dreamers”. The ultimate goal is for every child to graduate from high school and pursue higher education. This is a longitudinal program essentially serving the same cadre of students since first grade (now in high school). The emphasis is part of an overall, long-term intervention and college scholarship program for the Dreamers.

Miami, Florida