Charlotte Lit’s mission is to celebrate the literary arts by educating and engaging writers and readers through classes, conversations, and community.
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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 »
The American Lung Association saves lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy and research. Over 33 million people suffer from lung disease, whether it... Learn more »
Our mission is to a build community of male educators of color who provide a profound additional impact on boys of color.
Our vision is to retain educators who dismantle the cradle to prison pipeline... 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 »
We step in where insurance leaves off when it comes to mobility equipment for families with a disabled child. Public fundraising events have resulted in being able to purchase many wheelchair vans... Learn more »
Compassion to Act is a faith-based ministry that rescues exploited women and provides them with the resources and relationships to succeed after trauma. Our mission is to Liberate, Restore, and... 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 »
EmpowHERment's mission is to empower a continuous network of girls and women to be leaders in their community through mentorship, talent development and advocacy. Our approach to empowering ladies... Learn more »
We offer financial assistance to ovarian cancer patients that are undergoing, or recovering from, treatment. This can be in the form of funding their transportation to and from treatment, providing... 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 »
