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101		Albany, CA
102		RNCHO CORDOVA, CA
103		CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA
104		San Marino, CA
105		LOS ANGELES, CA
106		LOS ANGELES, CA
107		Apple Valley, CA
108		Huntington Beach, CA
109		RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA
110		CALABASAS, CA
111		PALM SPRINGS, CA
112		SOQUEL, CA
113		FRESNO, CA
114		Bishop, CA
115		TULARE, CA
116		SAN FRANCISCO, CA
117		San Jose, CA
118		SAN JOSE, CA
119		PLEASANTON, CA
120		BAKERSFIELD, CA
121		San Diego, CA
122		Fresno, CA
123		RANCHO MIRAGE, CA
124		SAN FRANCISCO, CA
125		HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA
126		Encinitas, CA
127		SEBASTOPOL, CA
128		Manteca, CA
129		SANTA MONICA, CA
130		San Francisco, CA
131		OAKLAND, CA
132		Pasadena, CA
133		PACIFIC PALISADES, CA
134		IRVINE, CA
135		MILL VALLEY, CA
136		Redding, CA
137		LOS ANGELES, CA
138		YUBA CITY, CA
139		Salinas, CA
140		Los Angeles, CA
141		THOUSAND OAKS, CA
142		ENCINO, CA
143		Palmdale, CA
144		ALTADENA, CA
145		Corona del Mar, CA
146		Santa Monica, CA
147		SAN FRANCISCO, CA
148		NEWBURY PARK, CA
149		Alameda, CA
150		TIBURON, CA

empowers communities in the most neglected areas of the world to improve the lives of women and children through healthcare.

PROVIDE AN OPPORTUNITY FOR BUSINESS MEN AND WOMEN OT FURTHER THEIR KNOWLEDGE OF EACH OTHERS OCCUPATION WHILE ASSISTING TO BETTER THERIR LOCAL COMMUNITY, COUNTRY AND THE WORLD.

THIS IS A GLOBAL VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION THAT PROVIDES WOMEN AND GIRLS WITH ACCESS TO THE EDUCATION AND TRAINING THEY NEED TO ACHIEVE ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT.

Raising money for women suffering from addiction.

TO PROVIDE A FORUM FOR OUR MEMBERS TO PROMOTE EXCHANGE OF IDEAS AND EXPERIENCES, PROVIDE NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES, OFFER EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL PROGRAMS, ENHANCE GROWTH OF OUR MEMBERS AS LEADERS AND DECISION MAKERS AND MAKE A POSITIVE CONTRIBUTION TO NEXT GENERATION OF WOMEN LEADERS AND OUR COMMUNITY.

CREATE SUPPORT PROGRAMS THAT ENHANCE THE SUCCESS GROWTH OF THE BUSINESS OF . THE ORGANIZATION STRIVES TO BE THE DEFINITIVE SOURCE FOR BUSINESSWOMEN SEEKING INFORMATION ABOUT ISSUES, CHALLENGES OPPORTUNITIES IMPACTING ALL STAGES OF THEIR CAREER.

To educate members and the public concerning the industry and the inter-relationship of mineral production and the public well being.

Our mission is to provide caring and personal support to those impacted by . We offer -related medical services, training programs, and counseling to meet the needs of the mother, the father and the unborn child.

Humanitarian aid,vocation training for women ,children in crisis

ORGANIZATIONS PRIMARY EXEMPT PURPOSE IS TO PROVIDE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR SECONDARY EDUCATION TO CHILDREN WHO HAVE LOST A PARENT TO BREAST CANCER.

Invest in the future of women by providing assistance to worthy individuals by furthering their education and training in the food, wine, hospitality and nutrition industries.

Sharing real estate industry information.

PRENANCY COUNSELING

Center, Inc provides information, transitional housing, , referral shelter services to victims of domestic violence sexual assaults, community education, child abuse prevention classroom programs for youth, court ordered supervised visitation services.

PROMOTION OF INDUSTRY and PRODUCTS

WE BOLD, AMBITIOUS, AND EXPANSIVE GENDER JUSTICE MOVEMENTS TO CREATE MEANINGFUL CHANGE THAT WILL LAST BEYOND OUR LIFETIMES.

works to end suffering caused by childbirth injury obstetric by getting as many women treated as possible. Additionally, is focused on increasing number of trained obstetric surgeons to strengthen treatment capacity.

THE PRIMARY PURPOSE OF CREW SILICON VALLEY IS TO PROMOTE THE SUCCESS OF IN THROUGH EDUCATION, NETWORKING, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES, AND PROFESSIONAL SKILLS DEVELOPMENT.

FOUNDED WITH THE OBJECTIVE TO CREATE AN EFFECTIVE ORGANIZATION COMPRISED OF JAPANESE AMERICAN PROFESSIONAL WOMEN LEADERS WITH VARIOUS BUSINESS AND CREATIVE BACKGROUNDS WHO ARE COMMITTED TO COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT, SUPPORTING LOCAL CHARITIES, MENTORING YOUTH, AND CELEBRATING JAPANESE AMERICAN HERITAGE. THE PRIMARY FUNDRAISER IS THE ANNUAL MIDORI KAI BOUTIQUE.

The organization provides financial assistance and moral support to active, discharged and retired military service men and women, with emphasis on those injured in the Iraq and Afganistan conflicts.

Our mission is to be the pipeline culturally competent health services, education, and advocacy for the improvement the African and families well being and their communities concerns.

To provide holistic treatment and education in an environment of safety, sobriety and faith based living for women and children who have demonstrated desire to become productive, contributing members to both their families and their community. We are committed to supporting women and children learning new skills, reach higher goals and grow in their personal relationship with one another and with God.

TO RAISE FUNDS FOR THE DISTRIBUTION OF SCHOLARSHIPS TO LOCAL COLLEGE BOUND STUDENTS

TO ENSURE THE HISTORICAL TRUTH AND EVENTS THAT HAPPENED DURING WWII IN ASIA WILL NOT BE FORGOTTEN.

THE ORGANIZATION IS IN THE PROCESS OF CONDUCTING AMATEUR GIRLS ATHLETIC FAST PITCH SOFTBALL COMPETITIONS AND IN CONJUNCTION, THE ORGANIZATION ALSO SOLICITS AND DISTRIBUTES DONATIONS TO OTHER NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS FOCUSED ON BREAST CANCER RESEARCH.

empowers women to protect the planet.

TO UNLOCK THE POTENTIAL OF WOMEN AND GIRLS BY INCREASING ACCESS TO WATER, HEALTH AND HYGIENE, EDUCATION AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.

Charitable - The organization provides financial assistance to African families with the focus on Children and women.

IMPROVE LIVES OF LGBTQ WOMEN GIRLS

Our mission is to promote literacy, conservation of wildlife and wild places, the movement arts, and to open doors of opportunity for women and girls throughout the world. In light of the global pandemic, has added a focus area for crisis relief and support.

IS A BIPOC-LED NONPROFIT NEWS OUTLET THAT CENTERS THE PEOPLE, PLACES, AND ISSUES CURRENTLY UNDERREPORTED BY NATIONAL MEDIA. WERE COMMITTED TO PRODUCING THE KIND OF JOURNALISM THAT TREATS BIPOC, WOMEN, THE LGBTQ+ COMMUNITY, AND OTHER INVISIBILIZED GROUPS AS THE EXPERTS ON OUR OWN LIVED EXPERIENCES, OUR RESILIENCE, AND OUR FIGHTS FOR JUSTICE.

Support workforce development and education students, workers and seniors. Support minority and women-owned business in the greater area with grants, workshop attendance support and more

THE MISSION OF FOUNDATION (WFF) IS TO EDUCATE AND GIRLS ABOUT ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND THE LIFE OF A BUSINESS FROM IDEATION TO LONG-TERM SUCCESS. WE WANT TO PROVIDE THEM WITH THE CONFIDENCE, KNOWLEDGE, AND SKILLS NEEDED TO BUILD A BUSINESS FROM THE GROUND UP, ACROSS ALL INDUSTRIES WITH AN EMPHASIS ON SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING, AND MATH (STEM) FIELDS. WE HOPE TO INSPIRE THE NEXT GENERATION OF AND INVESTORS, AND PROVIDE FEMALE ENTREPRENEURS WITH THE KNOWLEDGE AND RESOURCES THEY NEED TO ACHIEVE SUCCESS.

COMBATING BREAST CANCER WHILE SUPPORTING BREAST CANCER SURVIVORS AND WORKING TO STRENGTHEN LEADERSHIP SKILLS OF THE UNDERPRIVILEGED YOUTH.

WIST IS THE LEADING ORGANIZATION TO BRING TOGETHER COMPANIES, THEIR EXECTIVES, YOUNG PROFESSIONALS, AND STUDENTS WHO SHARE A PASSION FOR INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGIES THAT IMPACT SUCCESS THROUGHOUT THE BUSINESS OF SPORT. SPECIFICALLY, THE WIST PLATFORM WILL OFFER MEMBERS GROWTH OPPORTUNITIES THE FOLLOWING AREAS:INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE: GAIN UNIQUE ACCESS TO EMERGING TRENDS, THOUGHT LEADERS AND NEW TECHNOLOGIES THE EXPLODING LANDSCAPE.NETWORKING: MEET INDUSTRY LEADERS AND INOVATORS TO EXPAND BUSINESS PARTNERSHIPS AND IDENTIFY NEW OPPORTUNITIES AT EXISTING CONFERENCES AND EVENTS.CAREE DEVELOPMENT RESOURCES: FIND SUPPORT TO LAUNCH, NAVIGATE AND/OR ADVANCE THEIR CAREERS VIA MENTORS, SCHOLORSHIPS FOR SUMMER INTERNSHIPS AKA WIST FELLOWSHIPS, ONLINE SEMINARS AND JOB POSTINGS.THE WIST COMMUNITY IS COMPRISED OF BUSINESS EXPERTS VARIOUS STAGES OF ACCOMPLISHMENT AND EXPERTISE. WIST CHAMPIONS NOT ONLY COLLEGE STUDENTS BUT ALSO ENTRPRENEURS, PRODUC DESIGNERS, HARDWAR

The primary purpose is to raise up mature men and women who know there identity and value in Christ. From that integrity, honor, and character will manifest in there life. Mission Statement: Disciple young adults. Minister around the world. Resource the nations.

IS DEDICATED TO EMPOWERING NEXT GENERATION OF FEMALE ENTREPRENEURS AND CREATIVES WHO SHARE IN OUR PURPOSE OF MOVING FEMALES FORWARD. TO DO SO, PROVIDES GRANTS TO ASPIRING FEMALE BOSSES PURSUING MISSION-ORIENTED PROJECTS ACROSS INDUSTRIES - FASHION, BEAUTY, DESIGN, TECH,MEDIA, ENTERTAINMENT AND ARTS.

TO EDUCATE PEOPLE ABOUT THE CULTURAL AND ECONOMIC CHALLENGES WOMEN FACE LOCALLY AND GLOBALLY.

Inspire, Motivate, prepare, and organize women to engage and reinvest.

uses music to create supportive community spaces that bridge vulnerable individuals to a sense of purpose and improved health. Our music workshops engage men, women and families across the greater LA area in partnership with social, civic and health care orgs

Nepals purpose is to partner with indigenous Nepali leaders and pastors to fulfill the physical needs, educational needs, health needs, spiritual needs, and provide other humanitarian needs of orphans, under privileged children, the elderly, women at risk for trafficking, widows, lepers, the blind and those most in need throughout different areas of . is an all-volunteer organization and there are no paid staff. We believe that care, kindness and mercy should be distributed to all regardless of religion, caste system, gender, age, education limits, and or physical handicaps and similar.

TO ADVANCE SOCIAL AND CULTURAL JUSTICE THROUGH THE LENS OF STORYTELLING AND AMPLIFYING THE STORIES OF UNDERREPRESENTED COMMUNITIES BY PROVIDING WOMEN FILMMAKERS AND PEOPLE OF COLOR WITH RESOURCES NEEDED TO ENSURE THEIR DIVERSE PERSPECTIVES HAVE A PLATFORM FOR CHANGE.

TO HELP VETERANS AND PEOPLE IN NEED IN ARMENIA.

ARTIST RESIDENCY PROGRAM FOR UNDERPRIVILEDGED WOMEN AGES 18-45.

Climate , government integrity, civic engagement

Our primary purpose is working with women and children refugees living in Ethiopia. We provide school supplies, clothing, blankets and assistance

CAPAW IS ORGANIZED TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS THAT PREPARE, MOTIVATE AND EMPOWER WOMEN TO INCREASE NUMBER AND IMPROVE QUALITY OF LEADERSHIP IN AMERICA.

WOSMOH IS A NON PROFIT COMMUNITY SERVICE ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO PROVIDING SUPPORT TO YOUNG THAT MAY HAVE BEEN INCARCERATED /OR ARE IN THE FOSTER CARE SYSTEM.

provides young cancer survivors who are parents of small children with a safe space for individual and familial healing, recovery, and reconnection. We do this through family-focused retreats, survivor matchmaking, and connecting families with needed support and childrens therapy resources. We focus on young parents and guardians caring for young children at the time of diagnosis, including those diagnosed during pregnancy.

FOUNDATION HAS ISSUED GRANTS TO 83 501C (3) ORGANIZATIONS WITH FOUR AREAS OF FOCUS - ADVANCE CHILD WELFARE, PROMOTE ANIMAL WELFARE, EMPOWER WOMEN AND INSTIGATE ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY.

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