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According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 20,000 people die from homicide every year and more than two…
The Cattaraugus Local Development Corporation (CLDC) is a 501©3 nonprofit organization fully recognized by the Internal Revenue Service. The CLDC was formed…
Young people from various ethnic and socioeconomic backgrounds who are committed to serving their Olean, New York community came together and formed…
Spruce Creek Elementary Making a Difference Group of Port Orange, Florida is dedicated to uplifting those that are down trodden and taking…
After developing policies and procedures and conducting additional volunteer training, the Kitchen Volunteer Program at the Hospice of Volusia/Flagler became a reality.…
Angelwish was founded by Shimmy Mehta in November of 1999. The mission of the organization was to address two important social needs:…
@ngelwish was founded by Shimmy Mehta in November of 1999. The mission of the organization was to address two important social needs:…
Nettie Reynolds has had a distinguished volunteer career that spans more than 30 years. Her first service opportunity was as a teen…
Rural communities do not boast of busy streets, subways and a fast paced life. They do offer the tranquility and peacefulness of…
Judge Robert Pickrell was born in Arizona and has spent most of his life serving the state in a professional manner and…
Rolinda Hill has been an advocate for her Harlem community. She has taken a major interest in her city since she was…
Youth Services Charleston (YSC) and the national Earth Force organization formed a long-term partnership in March of 1998. Both partners wanted to…
Across America, caring adults are involved in efforts to foster literacy among at-risk children. While not minimizing the commitments of any of…
Susan Kennedy was aware of the American Red Cross assisting the community all year long; however, she felt there was a special…
The New York City (NYC) Police Foundation enhances public safety and quality of life in New York City by mobilizing voluntary contribution…
The Citizenship Project was founded in 1995 to promote citizen action and ongoing civic engagement. It organizes volunteer service projects and advises…