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F.I.S.H. of Sanibel-Captiva, Inc
I volunteer at fish. They go over and above to help those neighbors in need. The food bank and Back Pack programs help provide food for families. They help the elderly with transportation and visits.... more
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Costa Mesa Nonprofits and Charities
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![CHP 11-99 Foundation]()
CHP 11-99 Foundation
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
4.98684 stars 152 reviews
Matt T wrote:
The Foundation has provided financial support to the families of fallen Highway patrol officers. These officers protect us and patrol the thousands of miles of freeway. Sometimes without Thanks. Police departments have cities of support. Sheriffs... more »
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![Serving People in Need, Inc.]()
Serving People in Need, Inc.
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
4.91525 stars 118 reviews
spencer1 wrote:
I work with SPIN as a receptionist through a Senior Community Service Employment Program. I have been out of work about 2 years and was fortunate to be accepted to work with SPIN. I have never been exposed to a non-profit before this experience. I feel... more »
Food
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![ARMS OF LOVE INTERNATIONAL]()
ARMS OF LOVE INTERNATIONAL
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
4.97674 stars 86 reviews
Carly K. wrote:
My husband and I started sponsoring two kids at Arms of Love about 2 years ago. Recently, we spent two weeks at Arms of Love in the Philippines, so we were able to see all of their work firsthand AND meet our sponsor kids. Awesome, in a word! The kids... more »
Children & Youth
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![Project Hope Alliance]()
Project Hope Alliance
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
4.74074 stars 27 reviews
brandi14307 wrote:
I started project hope in fifth grade and left there graduating eighth grade. This school changed my life in so many ways. They made sure we had Christmas,Thanksgiving and a good education. They surrounded me with people in the same situation so no one... more »
Children & Youth
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![Change Your Brain Change Your Life Foundation]()
Change Your Brain Change Your Life Foundation
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
5 stars 25 reviews
drhenslin wrote:
Change Your Brain Change Your Life Foundation came along side a patient who was struggling with depression and anxiety. He had been to many doctors, and had given up hope. Change Your Brain Change Your Life Foundation made it possible for him to get... more »
Mental Health
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![Girls Inc of Orange County]()
Girls Inc of Orange County
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
4.95 stars 20 reviews
EM wrote:
Girls Incorporated of Orange County serves over 4,600 girls ages 4 1/2 to 18 annually throughout Orange County, including their center in Costa Mesa. The staff is well educated, kind, funny and always pushing themselves to be better; It appears they... more »
Children & Youth
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![Project Cuddle]()
Project Cuddle
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
4.77778 stars 18 reviews
rasocalgrl wrote:
We were blessed with an amazing baby and have a wonderful relationship with our birthmom all due to Project Cuddle. Our birthmother was alone, scare, homeless when she found out she was pregnant. She found Project Cuddle on Facebook and reached out... more »
Arts & Culture
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![Project Independence]()
Project Independence
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
5 stars 12 reviews
debmarst1 wrote:
OK, I'm biased because now I'm the Executive Director. Before that though, for the 27 previous years when my dear friend Andrea was the ED, I loved PI. Our clients, our staff and families are simply the best. We do screw up on occasion but we try really... more »
Disabilities
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![ISSAC ORG INC (International School for Science and Culture)]()
ISSAC ORG INC (International School for Science and Culture)
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
5 stars 12 reviews
miliwaka-04 wrote:
Issac is great! It’s designed to help every , each student! All kids are different and all unique. Issac is a great place to help each student according to their need. My kids are very happy to work with all the great teachers/ staffs. Great educational... more »
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![Living Success Center]()
Living Success Center
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
5 stars 11 reviews
rcelio wrote:
Great place for the underprivileged to obtain therapy more »
Human Services
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![The Collective Sound]()
The Collective Sound
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
4.9 stars 10 reviews
VaughnTheSheep wrote:
My experience with the Collective Sound was pretty surreal. It was my first trip to San Francisco (which alone was incredible) and turned out to be a great opportunity to meet some amazing people. As soon as my friend and I showed up at the airport,... more »
Arts & Culture
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![Chuck Jones Center For Creativity]()
Chuck Jones Center For Creativity
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
5 stars 9 reviews
GailKawanami wrote:
As a Geriatric Case Manager who has had a long history of working with individuals with dementia and Alzheimer's since the 1970s, I cannot overemphasize the importance of seniors actively working on activities that will prevent (or even reverse) cognitive... more »
Arts & Culture
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![Assistance League Of Newport-Mesa]()
Assistance League Of Newport-Mesa
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
5 stars 7 reviews
erikalynnfiore wrote:
Assistance League of Newport-Mesa raises money by operating a Thrift and Consignment store. With the funds they raise, they provide much needed support for our community schools and the families who attend them. Their dedicated member volunteers gives... more »
Human Services
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![MOMS Club of Costa Mesa]()
MOMS Club of Costa Mesa
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
5 stars 4 reviews
Heather wrote:
Since joining MOMS Club of Costa Mesa in March 2010 I have really enjoyed the MOMS, the kids and the great activities. I enjoyed the club so much that I volunteered to be President and that position started the June after I joined. It has really been... more »
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![DEFORE FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS]()
DEFORE FOUNDATION FOR THE ARTS
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
5 stars 1 review
luckywhip wrote:
I love this place!! They are the best dance studio around Orange County. Theey are the only studio in the area that is mainly adults and classes for adults. It's great to take classes with other adults and have teachers who care and are knowledgeable. more »
Arts & Culture
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![National Charity League Inc]()
National Charity League Inc
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
5 stars 1 review
Rio Phior wrote:
As a branding consultant, I've worked with over 65 global and national non-profits. Rarely have I come upon a group such as National Charity League, Inc. that does virtually no marketing or self-aggrandizement. They run a lean organization focussing 100%... more »
Philanthropy
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![FESTIVAL OF CHILDREN FOUNDATION]()
FESTIVAL OF CHILDREN FOUNDATION
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
5 stars 1 review
Writer wrote:
The Festival of Children Foundation is comprised of a wonderful group of caring individuals working to help nonprofits such as the National Diaper Bank Network (NDBN) improve the well-being of children. Our organization was invited to participate in... more »
Philanthropy
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![Fight Dog Meat USA Inc]()
Fight Dog Meat USA Inc
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
5 stars 1 review
purple6026 wrote:
I just found this nonprofit. I read that this nonprofit cares. I found them after i found out the aspca kills animals. I looked up unselfish organization and Found this. I would like to bring up the dog and cat meat issue. These types... more »
Animals
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![Yellowstone Womens First Step House Inc]()
Yellowstone Womens First Step House Inc
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Established in 1997, yellowstone recovery was founded to provide a place and a plan for indigent men and women who suffer from... more »
Mental Health
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![Southern California Hospice Foundation]()
Southern California Hospice Foundation
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Our mission is to deliver a breadth of resources to caregivers, families and patients who are confronting the final stages of... more »
Human Services
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![Momtor Inc.]()
Momtor Inc.
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Momtor Inc. is a non-profit organization driven by a heartfelt mission to empower mothers in their pursuit of entrepreneurial... more »
Arts & Culture
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![New Directions For Women Inc]()
New Directions For Women Inc
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The mission of new directions for women is to save the lives of women of all ages, women with children and pregnant women affected... more »
Mental Health
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![Beacon Of Light]()
Beacon Of Light
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Our mission is to help educate teens regarding their sexual health: to guide them towards healthy decision-making based on the... more »
Children & Youth
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![Orange County Coast Keeper Island Empire Water Keeper]()
Orange County Coast Keeper Island Empire Water Keeper
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Orange County Coastkeeper (Coastkeeper) is a California non-profit public benefit organization dedicated to the protection and... more »
Environment
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![New Directions For Women Foundation]()
New Directions For Women Foundation
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
To provide donors a forum to invest in the lives of women and children who deserve a change to live a full life without substances.... more »
Mental Health
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![Inside the Outdoors Foundation]()
Inside the Outdoors Foundation
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The Mission of Inside the Outdoors Foundation is to provide financial, educational, and advisory support to the Inside the Outdoors... more »
Children & Youth
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![Down Syndrome Association Of Orange County]()
Down Syndrome Association Of Orange County
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Dsaoc's mission is to create a place for connection, information and hope for people with down syndrome and their families throughout... more »
Health
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![The Costa Mesa Playhouse]()
The Costa Mesa Playhouse
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The Playhouse is dedicated to presenting affordable, quality, live theater in a comfortable and intimate setting, and to offering... more »
Arts & Culture
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![Trellis International]()
Trellis International
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Trellis exists to facilitate collaboration around the practical, relational, and spiritual challenges in a city by stimulating,... more »
Homeless & Housing
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Religion
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![ALL RETRIEVER RESCUE FOUNDATION]()
Animals
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![Share Our Selves]()
Share Our Selves
- Location:
- COSTA MESA, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
Sos provides vulnerable and low-income families and individuals with direct access to health, food and safety net services they... more »
Health
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![WORLD BIBLE SOCIETY]()
WORLD BIBLE SOCIETY
- Location:
- Costa Mesa, CA
0 stars 0 reviews
The World Bible Society is an evangelistic teaching and biblical research ministry dedicated to placing the treasure of God's... more »
International
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