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Charities
Charity NameCodeFederation / GroupDescription
82nd Airborne Div. Assoc. Ed.Fund0000America's Best Charities - Member AgencyWe provide college and university scholarships to former active duty members of the 82nd Airborne Division and dependent children of association members.
ABC of NC Fndn.1801Independent CharityABC of NC is committed to providing high-quality, evidence-based diagnostic, therapeutic, and educational services to people with autism spectrum disorder from any economic background.
Abortion Federation, Nat’l. (NAF)5004America's Best Charities - Member AgencyHelp protect abortion providers from anti-abortion threats, intimidation, violence, and criminal activities so women can access the safe, high-quality care they need.
Aces for Autism3914Independent CharityAces for Autism is a non-profit treatment center dedicated to providing doctor-prescribed, evidenced-based therapies for individuals diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder (ASD).
ACLU – American Civil Liberties Union, NC Fndn.1720Independent CharityThe ACLU of North Carolina works to defend and advocate for the civil rights and civil liberties of all North Carolinians.
Action Against Hunger – USA1388Global Impact - Member AgencyWe save the lives of malnourished children. We ensure everyone can access clean water, food, and healthcare. We enable entire communities to be free from hunger.
African Wildlife Fndn.1167EarthShare North Carolina - Member AgencyProtects imperiled species-- lions, mountain gorillas, rhinos, elephants,-- through habitat conservation, wildlife protection, leadership training, and wildlife-friendly community-beneficial business development for more than 50 years.
Aid for Trash Dump Children – An UNForgotten Fund2075America's Best Charities - Member AgencySave hungry children and their mothers from eating trash and living in garbage dumps. Give them clean food and water, shelter, schooling and a future.
Air Force Association5093America's Best Charities - Member AgencyJoin the Force behind the Force to promote a dominate US Air Force and support Air Force families through professional development, scholarships, and other programs.
Air Warrior Courage Fndn.5127America's Best Charities - Member AgencyHonor our Wounded Warriors! We provide rehab services at three Military Medical Centers, and starter IRS 529 College Savings Plans for dependents of aircrews KIA.
Albemarle Alliance for Children & Families1470-018United Way of Albemarle Area - Member AgencyProvide services to children, their families and their child care providers to assure that all children are healthy and prepared for success.
Albemarle Hopeline1470-001United Way of Albemarle Area - Member AgencyAlbemarle Hopeline provides services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault, including 24-hour crisis line, emergency shelter, counseling, advocacy, outreach, and prevention education
Alex’s Lemonade Stand Fndn.1973America's Best Charities - Member AgencyA four-year-old cancer patient's frontyard lemonade stand evolved to a nationwide movement to find a cure for pediatric cancer. Every person can make a difference.
Alight1389Global Impact - Member AgencyWe work closely with refugees, trafficked persons, and economic  migrants to co-design solutions that help them build full and fulfilling lives.
All Souls Counseling Center1842Independent CharityAll Souls Counseling Center provides quality individual, couples, and family counseling to the uninsured and underinsured residents of Western North Carolina on a sliding scale.
Allergy & Asthma; Mothers of Asthmatics1972America's Best Charities - Member AgencyAsthma is a chronic disease, but with good and quality care, can be manageable. Help us advocate on behalf of millions of children and adults.
Alley Cat Allies2919America's Best Charities - Member AgencyEvery 15 seconds a healthy cat is killed in a shelter. Our programs help shelters save more cats and kittens, but we need your help.
Alley Cat Rescue5077America's Best Charities - Member AgencyStray, abandoned and feral cats are neglected. Healthy cats in shelters are killed. Your contribution helps us end feline overpopulation and suffering.
Alliance of AIDS Services – Carolina1802Independent CharityThe Alliance’s mission is to improve the health of communities impacted by HIV/AIDS through compassionate and non-judgmental prevention, support services, and connection to care.
Alopecia Areata Foundation Nat’l.2987America's Best Charities - Member AgencyProvides major research funding, patient educational materials and support for alopecia areata, a mystifying autoimmune disease affecting all ages, causing one's hair to fall out.
ALS Association NC Chapter1031CHC: Creating Healthier Communities - Member AgencyOur organization funds global research, public policy and care programs for families living with ALS in North Carolina.
Alzheimer’s Disease & Related Disorders, Eastern Carolina1056CHC: Creating Healthier Communities - Member AgencyWe lead the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia—by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support.
Alzheimer’s Disease & Related Disorders, Western Carolina1041CHC: Creating Healthier Communities - Member AgencyThe Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care and support and the largest private, nonprofit funder of Alzheimer’s research.
Alzheimer’s Disease Research, Brightfocus Fndn.1603America's Charities - Member AgencyDriving innovative research worldwide and educating the public about Alzheimer's disease, risk factors, treatments, and coping strategies.
Alzheimer’s Disease Rsch., Cure Alzheimer’s1921America's Best Charities - Member AgencyResearch is the only path to progress. We're funding breakthrough, aggressive research to prevent, slow, reverse and ultimately find a cure for Alzheimer's Disease.