In operation since 1963, the Charlotte Area Fund (CAF) is a non-profit organization and the designated community action agency for Mecklenburg County whose:
Mission is to identify and address poverty... Learn more »
Founded in 1949, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society® (LLS) is the world’s largest voluntary health agency dedicated to fighting blood cancer. The LLS mission: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s... Learn more »
We seek to holistically improve the health of low income areas by opening a full service nonprofit grocery store. It will take a multifaceted approach to deal with poor health, both physical &... Learn more »
La Coalición is an immigrant rights organization that is pioneering a model for 21st century democracy building and inclusive community engagement in North Carolina -- a region that has never before... Learn more »
GMCC makes a difference through artistic achievement, courageous leadership, social justice work around LGBTQ+ issues, and tireless efforts to build community and inclusiveness.
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The Y is a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community by connecting all people to their potential, purpose and each other. Working locally, we focus on empowering young people, improving... Learn more »
Matthews HELP Center has been a part of the community since 1979. We are here to serve and help our neighbors during times of a financial crisis by providing short term assistance. We serve the... Learn more »
Our purpose is to engage, honor and inspire the Charlotte area’s outstanding teachers to promote the engaged retention of these outstanding educators in the profession. Teachers will share best... Learn more »
Exodus Foundation.org is a movement to transform global public health and safety through highly trained mentors for people impacted by jails and prison systems.
Our local mission is to stop the flow... Learn more »
Our museum exists to present, preserve and celebrate the art, history and culture of African-Americans and those of African descent through dance, music, visual and literary arts, film, educational... Learn more »
Provide financial support for any student attending a Historically Black College or University (HBCU), advocate on behalf of HBCUs for philanthropic support from the alumni community, and host... Learn more »
Carolina Breast Friends works to strengthen the wellbeing of women and men who are experiencing breast cancer. From instructional sessions to 1:1 mentoring, the programs and services we offer at the... Learn more »
You may be familiar with our Founder and President, DeAngelo Williams, former running back of the Carolina Panthers and the Pittsburgh Steelers, who started The DeAngelo Williams Foundation in 2006... Learn more »
Health & Education 4 All International believes every unprivileged person deserves a better future.
Listed below are some of the programs that we offer:
Education
Today more than ever, education... Learn more »
Planned Parenthood is the nation’s leading provider and advocate of high-quality, affordable health care for women, men, and young people, as well as the nation’s largest provider of sex education.... Learn more »
Home Again Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing sustainable, affordable housing and communities with supportive services for the homeless, those who are at risk of becoming... Learn more »
Bikin’ Dads Adventures was founded to work with area fathers, families and communities from around the region. Our goal is to provide outreach opportunities with hopes to “build stronger... Learn more »
The mission of Second Harvest Food Bank of Metrolina (SHMETROLINA) is twofold; first, to feed hungry people by soliciting and distributing food and other household products through partner agencies;... Learn more »
Charlotte Knights Charities is the philanthropic base of the Charlotte Knights that actively supports and strengthens community programs through baseball that will enhance and grow the quality of... Learn more »
Bridging the gap for hospice families who have exhausted all of their options is the mission of Carolina Comfort Coalition’s Serenity House which was founded in 2007. The Mooresville and Huntersville... Learn more »
