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101		EUREKA, CA
102		GOLD RIVER, CA
103		CHICO, CA
104		GRASS VALLEY, CA
105		SACRAMENTO, CA
106		RNCHO CORDOVA, CA
107		CITRUS HEIGHTS, CA
108		Sacramento, CA
109		SAN FRANCISCO, CA
110		LOS ANGELES, CA
111		Apple Valley, CA
112		PIEDMONT, CA
113		RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA
114		Menlo Park, CA
115		SOQUEL, CA
116		SANTA CLARA, CA
117		SAN FRANCISCO, CA
118		FRESNO, CA
119		Milpitas, CA
120		SAN JOSE, CA
121		SAN MATEO, CA
122		GOLETA, CA
123		San Jose, CA
124		SAN JOSE, CA
125		PLEASANTON, CA
126		APTOS, CA
127		BAKERSFIELD, CA
128		San Diego, CA
129		Fresno, CA
130		SAN FRANCISCO, CA
131		SAN FRANCISCO, CA
132		HUNTINGTON BEACH, CA
133		San Leandro, CA
134		SEBASTOPOL, CA
135		REDONDO BEACH, CA
136		STOCKTON, CA
137		Manteca, CA
138		SANTA MONICA, CA
139		OAKLAND, CA
140		Pasadena, CA
141		PACIFIC PALISADES, CA
142		IRVINE, CA
143		MILL VALLEY, CA
144		Redding, CA
145		LOS ANGELES, CA
146		YUBA CITY, CA
147		Salinas, CA
148		Los Angeles, CA
149		THOUSAND OAKS, CA
150		ENCINO, CA

Promote the well being of families, women and children.

TO IMPROVE LIVES WOMEN AND THEIR CHILDREN BOTH LOCALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY THROUGH PROGRAMS THAT LEAD TO SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT.

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

PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR WOMEN AND CHILDREN

IN AN ENVIRONMENT OF HOSPITALITY, SAFETY CLEANLINESS, WE SEEK TO PROVIDE AN OASIS FOR HOMELESS MEN, WOMEN, CHILDREN SEEKING SURVIVAL SERVICES. WE PROVIDE MEALS SERVICES, SUPPORT STAFF TO ASSIST GUESTS BY DIRECTING THEM TO SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE ORGANIZATION THE COMMUNITY.

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.

The AAUW California Special Projects Fund receives and distributes funds for programs and projects that further education and equity for all and girls in California communities.

To encourage, enlighten and uplift young women between the ages of 13-18 who are growing up in public housing.

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.

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

TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO VULNERABLE, NEEDY WOMEN, DEPRIVED CHILDREN AND FAMILIES AROUND THE WORLD.

Humanitarian aid,vocation training for women ,children in crisis

HAS BEEN FORMED TO SPREAD THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST THROUGH THE SUPPORT OF PROGRAMS AIDING AND ASSISTING MEN, WOMEN AND CHILDREN IN UNDERDEVELOPED COUNTRIES.

Sharing real estate industry information.

THE ORGANIZATION SUPPORTS THE WELLNESS PROGRAM FOR SENIOR CITIZENS RUN BY THE CITY OF (CA) SENIOR CENTER.

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

THE ORGANIZATION SUPPORTS WOMEN IN THE AREA OF BUSINESS, CAREER, PERSONALDEVELOPMENT AND LIFE ENRICHMENT

Preach and Teach Gods Women

To advocate for girls and color.

WE CONNECT, INSPIRE GUIDE IN COMPUTING ORGANIZATIONS THAT VIEW (SCHEDULE O) TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION AS A STRATEGIC IMPERATIVE.

IMPROVE THE HEALTH OF AT-RISK POPULATIONS, SPECIFICALLY PREGNANT WOMEN AND CHILDREN UNDER FIVE.

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.

is a nonprofit organization, incorporated in California in 2002, dedicated to ensuring the education, health and safety of vulnerable women and children in the developing world. Outreachs purpose is to create a more just, peaceful world where all people--regardless of nationality, ethnicity, religion, and gender--can lead rich, meaningful lives that are free of physical and structural violence. Outreachs pursuit of this mission is manifested in the following core program areas:Improving access to quality education for marginalized youth.Economic empowerment of parents and young women.Human trafficking and gender-based violence prevention and aftercare.Improving health and sanitation for vulnerable communities.From one year to the next, programs reach over 30,000 marginalized women and children in some of the poorest regions of Asia.

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

FOUNDATIONS MISSION IS CREATING WOMEN LEADERS ONE GIRL AT A TIME.

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.

Impact seeks to advance gender equality by tackling barriers women, especially mothers face. Our mission is to empower women and families to live, give, and grow to their fullest potentials. We envision a world where women and their abilities are valued, where work and life can be integrated, and where families can act as a force for positive change.

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

The RBPF is an independent, 501c3 nonprofit organization that serves as a community partner to the Department to help make , the most innovative and safest city in the region. By providing resources and support to the Department, the plays a critical role in taking public safety beyond what our government tax dollars will allow. Technology is rapidly evolving and equipment gets worn. Community policing through innovative and creative programs and initiatives require funding. The issues grants to our local department so our men and women in blue have the best training, equipment and programs to perform at their highest level.

AIMS TO PROVIDE MONETARY FUNDS TO THOSE INDIVIDUALS DIAGNOSED WITH BREAST CANCER RESIDING THROUGHOUT SAN JOAQUIN COUNTY. ALL FUNDS RAISED BY ARE USED ONLY FOR THE NEEDS OF ANY PERSON, REGARDLESS OF AGE AND GENDER, DIAGNOSED WITH BREAST CANCER.

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

IMPROVE LIVES OF LGBTQ WOMEN GIRLS

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.

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