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Organizations helping people, animals and the planet.
5 Gyres Institute
Santa Monica, CA
Research and action against plastic pollution.
ASPCA
New York, NY · Nationwide
Preventing cruelty to animals since 1866.
American Humane
Washington, DC
Animal welfare certification and rescue.
American Red Cross
Washington, DC
Disaster relief, blood donation and emergency preparedness.
American Rivers
Washington, DC
Protects and restores rivers and clean water.
Animal Legal Defense Fund
Sacramento, CA
Uses the legal system to protect animals.
Arbor Day Foundation
Lincoln, NE
Tree planting and community forestry.
Best Friends Animal Society
Kanab, UT · Nationwide
Working to make every shelter no-kill.
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Tampa, FL · Nationwide
One-to-one mentoring that changes lives.
Boys & Girls Clubs of America
Atlanta, GA
After-school programs and safe places for kids and teens.
Canine Companions
Santa Rosa, CA
Service dogs for people with disabilities, free of charge.
Conservation International
Arlington, VA
Protects nature for the benefit of people worldwide.
Covenant House
New York, NY
Shelter and support for young people facing homelessness.
Defenders of Wildlife
Washington, DC
Protects endangered species and their habitats.
Direct Relief
Santa Barbara, CA
Medical supplies and aid for people affected by poverty and emergencies.
Doctors Without Borders USA
New York, NY
Emergency medical care in conflict zones and crises.
DonorsChoose
New York, NY
Funds classroom projects requested by public school teachers.
Earthjustice
San Francisco, CA
Nonprofit environmental law firm.
Environmental Defense Fund
New York, NY
Science-based solutions to environmental problems.
Farm Sanctuary
Watkins Glen, NY
Sanctuaries for rescued farm animals.
Feeding America
Chicago, IL · Nationwide
A nationwide network of food banks fighting hunger.
Goodwill Industries International
Rockville, MD
Job training and employment services funded by its thrift stores.
Guide Dogs for the Blind
San Rafael, CA
Trains guide dogs for people who are blind or have low vision.
Habitat for Humanity
Atlanta, GA · Worldwide
Building homes, communities and hope.
Heal the Bay
Santa Monica, CA
Keeps Southern California's coast and watersheds clean; beach cleanups.
Humane World for Animals
Washington, DC
Animal protection, rescue and care (formerly the Humane Society of the U.S.).
International Fund for Animal Welfare
Yarmouth Port, MA
Animal rescue and habitat protection worldwide.
Jane Goodall Institute
Washington, DC
Chimpanzee conservation and community-led conservation.
Keep America Beautiful
Stamford, CT
Litter prevention, recycling and community cleanups.
Make-A-Wish America
Phoenix, AZ
Grants wishes for children with critical illnesses.
Meals on Wheels America
Arlington, VA
Supports local programs delivering meals to seniors.
National Audubon Society
New York, NY
Bird conservation, sanctuaries and community science.
National Forest Foundation
Missoula, MT
Tree planting and restoration on national forests.
National Park Foundation
Washington, DC
Official charity of America's national parks.
Natural Resources Defense Council
New York, NY
Environmental protection through science, law and policy.
North Shore Animal League America
Port Washington, NY
One of the largest no-kill rescue and adoption organizations.
Ocean Conservancy
Washington, DC · Worldwide
Science-based solutions for a healthy ocean.
Oceana
Washington, DC
Campaigns to protect and restore the world's oceans.
One Tree Planted
Shelburne, VT
Reforestation — one dollar plants one tree.
Pediatric Cancer Research Foundation
Irvine, CA
Funds research for better childhood cancer treatments.
Petco Love
San Antonio, TX
Grants to animal shelters and lost-pet reunification.
Petfinder Foundation
Tucson, AZ
Grants that help shelters get pets adopted.
Rainforest Alliance
New York, NY
Protects forests and supports farming communities.
Save the Children
Fairfield, CT
Health, education and protection for children worldwide.
Sea Turtle Conservancy
Gainesville, FL
Sea turtle research and nesting-beach protection.
Special Olympics
Washington, DC
Sports training and competition for people with intellectual disabilities.
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital
Memphis, TN
Treats and researches childhood cancer and other serious diseases.
Surfrider Foundation
San Clemente, CA · 80+ chapters
Protecting oceans, waves and beaches.
Team Rubicon
Los Angeles, CA
Veteran-led disaster response teams.
The Marine Mammal Center
Sausalito, CA
Rescues and rehabilitates seals, sea lions and other marine mammals.
The Nature Conservancy
Arlington, VA · Worldwide
Protecting the lands and waters on which all life depends.
The Sierra Club Foundation
Oakland, CA
Charitable arm funding environmental education and outdoor programs.
Trust for Public Land
San Francisco, CA
Creates parks and protects public land.
United Way Worldwide
Alexandria, VA
Local community funds for health, education and financial stability.
Waterkeeper Alliance
New York, NY
Global network of local groups protecting waterways.
Wildlife Conservation Society
Bronx, NY
Runs the Bronx Zoo and field conservation programs.
World Central Kitchen
Washington, DC
Serves fresh meals after disasters and crises.
World Wildlife Fund
Washington, DC
Conservation of wildlife and wild places worldwide.
Wounded Warrior Project
Jacksonville, FL
Programs and support for wounded veterans and their families.
Xerces Society
Portland, OR
Protects bees, butterflies and other pollinators.