Your Favorite Non-Profit

[carol805]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

[RICH1]

St Jude's is one of my favorites!

I knew a fella who donated 1.3 million to the Moose Club in PA... a year later he stopped in for a beer and they didn't even know who he was .,.

[asianthree]

Cancer Research of any kind. Sadly research numbers will be skewed due to many had a Covid death, instead of stage 4 metastasized to multiple organs. Hopefully research will have a better chance of realigning numbers

[Stu from NYC]

Cancer Research of any kind. Sadly research numbers will be skewed due to many had a Covid death, instead of stage 4 metastasized to multiple organs. Hopefully research will have a better chance of realigning numbers

Some Cancer type charities are not really a charity they take most of the money they collect for expenses.

[OrangeBlossomBaby]

A friend of mine has his own non-profit called the Cohort of Disembodied Artists. COHORT OF DISEMBODIED ARTISTS – SUPPORTING ARTISTS WHO USE ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGIES (http://www.disembodiedartists.org/) It supports people who use assistive technologies to make art. He is one of those people. He has ALS, and has had no voluntary muscle function for years. He lives at home with 24/7 professional nursing staff, and communicates via a special technology called an eyewriter that interacts with a computer suspended from the ceiling so he can see it while being 100% bedridden.

He makes most of his art exclusively via the computer and he's amazingly gifted. I met him and his girlfriend (now his wife) in my college dorm my second year at Emerson. He wasn't diagnosed until a decade or so after that.

If I could afford to buy a dozen of his art pieces, I would. As it is, I did a fundraiser via Facebook last year and raised around $1500 total.

[John41]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

Humane Society of the Treasure Coast

[Ecuadog]

Shriners Hospitals for Children

Americares

Doctors Without Borders

[stadry]

i'm in for the Shriners too+ Tunnels/Towers-bride prefers st Jude's

[FromNY]

Local animal rescues. These organizations survive on the generous support of the communities they are in.

[noslices1]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

Gary Sinese Foundation.

[Dlbonivich]

Rotary is a great organization that provides local and international support to charities. Most of the work and money is directed through local clubs internationally. The Villages Rotary Noon. Does many service projects fir area schools , camps, food banks etc. also supports projects in other projects in foreign countries through direct support and global grant. Currently a global grant is being used to build a rehab facility in Eustis. Money has come from all over the world.

[l2ridehd]

I only donate to those where at a minimum 90 percent goes to that cause.

St Judes
Salvation Army
Fisher House.

Maybe Purple Heart, but they were slipping on the percentage, need to check again on them.

[nick demis]

Wounded Warrior and St Jude

[La lamy]

I like Habitat for Humanity.

[jhoglund]

Donate to those where at a minimum 90 % goes to that cause
St Judes

[J1ceasar]

As you want a serious answer I will give you one I would like to start a local charity that helps out those in the Tri-County area that we live in that delivers more amounts of money for things that matter to people that have very little. Just last week I donated a baby stroller to her grandmother living by herself on social security you had no extra money. This week I am seeking donations for a special needs child for a large three-wheel bicycle. The problem with most charities here. Is there a concerned with the very big problems like hunger and living conditions which is all fine and good but there are a lot of people living day by day that just would like to be able to buy a Christmas gift at the end of the year for their kids or some new toothbrushes or a new shirt or sneakers for the kids to go to school

[asianthree]

Some Cancer type charities are not really a charity they take most of the money they collect for expenses.

Not charities, but research, right now spending time with organization for men’s breast cancer. Drugs used today are the same as for females, which is hormone based. Research to find treatment that works mainly for male breast cancer, awareness, mammograms, post care, and rehab. 90% dollars is patient based.

[salpal]

I use my time, talent and treasure to assist "Forward Paths Foundation" in Leesburg. It is an organization that helps foster children who have turned 18 and aged out of Foster Care. Often they are just put on the streets. We assist with shelter and food, but more importantly teach them real world skills such as: how to fill out an application, how to open and balance a checkbook, etc. IF you would like to donate or volunteer, check their webpage: forwardpaths.org

[LG999]

St Jude
Salvation Army
Disabled American Vets
NYC Rescue Mission
Some animal shelters

[kenoc7]

Doctors Without Borders
Mennonite Central Committee

[Ginsanders]

100 percent goes to helping others is Samaritan's Purse and Billy Graham Rapid Response Chaplains

Salvation Army

[Happytails057@gmail.com]

I would donate to Best Friends Animal Society, the worlds largest. They took in Michael Vic’s pit bulls and rehabilitated them and placed them in homes. They are going to make the United States totally no -kill by 2025.

[G.R.I.T.S.]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

Local food pantries.

[GaryKoca]

I have always heard good things about the Salvation Army and St. Judes.

[stan the man]

Salvation Army -- Only

[jimkerr]

I donate to Street Grace in Atlanta. They do a lot of work to stop human trafficking, help those caught up in it and much more.

[Fore!]

Local animal rescues. These organizations survive on the generous support of the communities they are in.

I agree. I would add in such non profits as Community Helping Animals in Need. They help people in our local area who may need surgery, food, medicine, etc. for those who have pets, but have been put under some financial strain. They also help with emergency surgeries for animals hit by cars. Helping many of these people help them keep their pet at home versus putting them out in the street as strays. Our animal shelters are overwhelmed. I like to keep my money local and know that the officers (all volunteers), do not take any pay. All money goes to treatment and an occasional small amount for office expenses.

[Pedrocarrasco01@yahoo.com]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

Salvation Army has the most money going to those in need, $0.94 of every dollar goes to the needy. The worse is GOODWILL, only $0.06 goes to those in need and ASPCA only $0.06 goes to the animals.
St Jude is a good one although I have no idea how much goes to help those in need, but is a great charity

[kitbry3]

The Haven, a shelter for victims of Domestic Violence, in Leesburg

Cure- In Atlanta, provides research for Childhood Cancer and support for families with children dealing with a child diagnosed with cancer.

[bp243]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

Charity Navigator is a great resource to learn about any not-for-profit charity and how their money is spent.

[wsachs]

First thing I do when donating to a charity is to check them out. This is a good source. 3 Websites To Check To Be Informed Before Giving To Charity (https://www.forbes.com/sites/nancyanderson/2017/12/17/3-websites-to-check-to-be-informed-before-giving-to-charity/?sh=4be823565e13)

[EnzoDe]

St. Jude Children's Hospital

ASPCA

[JohnKluck]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

Salvation Army. This non-profit has the lowest % of your donation being spent on the administration of their organization. Their contributions to humanity are not only life saving in many instances but they also provide a spiritual uplift. A great organization.
John K

[Carliannazzo@yahoo.com]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.
Shriners Hospital does amazing work. Always a good choice. I help raise money every year for them with a motorcycle raffle.

United Mitochondrial Disease Foundation my grand daughter suffers with this disease. We support this foundation every year.

St Jude. I guess I have a soft spot for children.

[Village valley girl]

Donate to non kill Animal Shelters. I do, and it is very rewarding.

[CFrance]

I would donate to Best Friends Animal Society, the worlds largest. They took in Michael Vic’s pit bulls and rehabilitated them and placed them in homes. They are going to make the United States totally no -kill by 2025.
I donate to them too. Not only do they rehabilitate and place, if any animal is unable to be rehabilitated ( example, two of Vic's dogs), they have a home at Best Friends forever.


I would love to go visit/volunteer.

[stebooo]

If you look for a charity that uses .85 of every dollar for it's primary work you won't find many including some big names good luck

[BettyInFL]

Salvation Army #1 - Back in the early 70's, when I was still a kid, away from home and in dire need of money, they gave me $99. It was enough to get me back on my feet. They get a donation every year from me.

Blue Heeler rescue in Texas

Glenn Becks Mercury One
Veteran charities

[jakers]

Animal shelters and Smile Train - they repair cleft palates in children in poor countries.

[KRMACK55]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.
Sadly non profits spend too much money on overhead benefits travel and so little goes directly to the purpose- folks like United way Susan g Komen ACS - Am Csn society or habitat for humanity have some or the best benefits they can use your money on. One of the few - very few/ Ronald McDonald House uses 95% for families treatment housing etc

[Doc B]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.
Who does the most good? Village mind and Body Institute would be my choice. They Help people with their mental health issues, they are all volunteer staff so none of the money goes to payroll.

[dtennent]

I try to donate to local charities or local branches of charities.

Habitat for Humanity
Salvation Army
Food Banks

In the past, I have given a fair amount to Boy Scouts and Girl Scouts ( I was a scout leader for many years). While the organizations have had some problems, hopefully they will evolve to be strong organizations again.

[fpmoravcik]

Wildwood Soup Kitchen and Project SOS

[Two Bills]

The Salvation Army anywhere in the world. Always first on site when the poop hits the fan, with hot drinks and a snack for responders.
In UK I support The Royal National Lifeboat Institution. All volunteer crews, who brave it in all weathers to rescue those in distress.
The only paid and retained member of the crews are the lifeboat coxwains.
The whole setup, boats, training etc. is from public subscription.
Also The Gurkha Welfare Trust. The brave little warriors from Nepal, who have fought alongside British troops since 1825.
Up until recently they had a raw deal from the British Government, but their post service benefits have been raised in last few years.
I had the privilege of serving alongside them for some years back in the day.

[admiral72]

Consider a local American Legion Post. They screen Vet requests for assistance very well.

[The Mountaineer]

I avoid national charities that pay their CEOs hundreds of thousands of dollars.

I prefer one-on-one help, often anonymously. That way I know no middleman gets part of the money. All of it goes to someone who needs it.

I know national charities do good. It just irks me that the CEO gets the first $1 million. A lot of people could benefit if the CEO got $200,000.

That's just the way I roll. Greatest benefit for the greatest number of people in need.

[DAVES]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

There is no shortage of people who will take your money. You can, you should research
how the money is spent. Percentage to overhead.

Non-profit does not mean honest. Does the top management need expensive cars, a company yacht a private jet?

[WindyCityzen]

To see if your charitable contributions are being used wisely, look at CharityNavigator.org.

[MidWestIA]

2020 church food pantries not connected to a bigger outfit. Other times I looked for a place that had the biggest natural disaster that year - SE Louisiana last year no jobs hit by 2 hurricanes. Mainly places where a little money will make a bigger difference

[airstreamingypsy]

Best Friends in Kanab, UT

[rduval]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

St. Jude

[anbhale@embarqmail.com]

Go to charitynavigator.com and it will give you the real scoop on charities

[pvetrano1]

Ronald McDonald House

[Bonnie and Dave]

The United Methodist Committee on Relief - UMCOR. 100% of your donations go to help those in need following natural disasters or other such situations where people are in desperate need.

[RosemarySoso]

St Jude, wounded Warriors, Tunnel to Towers and Ronald McDonald House. All with high percentage helping those who need, not the administrators.

[gail swanson]

Salvation Army with out a doubt!

[meridian5850]

We support Ziggy's Haven Bird Sanctuary in Inverness and Your Humane Society SPCA in Lake Panasoffkee where I volunteer as a dog walker several times a week.

[UpNorth]

Combat Veterans to Careers. Local group worthy of your donation.

Note: If you buy stuff on Amazon, you should do it through their Amazon Smile website. Same prices and same way to order, but a percentage of your purchases goes as a donation to the charity of your choice.

[tomwoodworker]

Salvation Army would be my choice as they focus on people who are down and out and also present a gospel message in the process. Tom

[Wanda GV]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

Voices for Children of NC FL supports children represented by the Guardian ad Litem Program. These are local children who have been abused or neglected. We are all volunteers and over 90% of our funds go towards helping the children. Check out our website Voices4ChildrenFL.org. I am happy to speak with you if you would like more information.

[Diveman]

Honor Flight in TheVillages is a 501(c)3 and flys veterans for free to Washington, DC to honor them and
see their memorials.

[kendi]

Cross Catholic Outreach is my first choice. St Vincent DePaul second

[Dbryan]

Almost every penny given goes to those in need. Very little taken for “administrative fees.”

[banjobob]

The best uses of funds , research needs of local schools , animal shelters , etc. community help will be most appreciated. The big charities are popular but again everyone has a favorite, or were impacted by a disease that their charity was helping. A few phone calls to schools , county offices , etc could make a difference

[Parnell]

Salvation Army Leesburg-they're local, hands on, feed the poor and the money stays here.

[Dilligas]

St Jude

[FromAus]

St Jude Children's Research Hospital and Florida Sheriff's Youth Ranch!

[TerryDeV]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

Cornerstone Hospice. They are truly angels. They are very supportive and caring as patients and families deal with the end of life.

[Nordhagen]

St Judes
Tunnel to Towers
Judicial Watch

[Drakeswood]

Charitynavigator online is a reputable source reporting admin costs vs actual funds used for the cause for various charities.

[dlsd58]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

One of my favorites is the American Macular Degeneration Foundation - they give 100% to research!

[eschiavo]

St. Jude and only St. Jude. All money goes to hospital..love them.

[travelfan1]

I use CHARITY NAVIGATOR to select which charities make the best use of my donations. It's a great source of information .
My current charities are:
DAV - Disabled American Veterans
Second Harvest Food Bank
Tunnel to Towers - helping families of first responders who lost their lives. Its leadership takes no compensation for the work they do. That's very rare.
Joe

[Dond1959]

I donated monthly to 6 or 7 organizations. Agree with others that Charity Navigator is a great source for researching organizations and finding ones you want are passionate about. My top two are St Judes and Save the Children. Both are outstanding organizations that really make a difference.

[Ben Franklin]

If you use Amazon Smile, you can pick your charity and they donate money to your charity every time you make a purchase. We also donate to Heifer International Founded in 1944, Heifer Project International is a sustainable development organization that works to end hunger and poverty and protect the earth. Through livestock, training and Passing on the Gift, Heifer has helped 30 million families in more than 125 countries improve their quality of life and move toward greater self-reliance. Heifer helps build strong communities because each project participant Passes on the Gift of their animal's first female offspring, training in its care and in sustainable agriculture to another family in need, multiplying the benefit.

[Barborv]

St. Judes, cancer research , wounded warriors. And animal rescue

[shortstack]

St Jude's is one of my favorites!

I knew a fella who donated 1.3 million to the Moose Club in PA... a year later he stopped in for a beer and they didn't even know who he was .,.

I think that the Moose Club should have a plaque above the bar, PLUS free beer for the rest of his life.

[MrLonzo]

My current favorite charity is a small but growing dot-org that's fighting the over-coddling mentality in modern child rearing.

Let Grow | When Adults Step Back, Kids Step Up. (https://letgrow.org)

[Jean G]

The Christian Care Center in Leesburg! It hosts many charities under one umbrella and each has it's own building on the campus. Men's recovery center. Women's shelter. Foster care home for "hard to place". Homelessness to self-sufficiency hotel. Medical Clinic. Food Bank. Women's pregnancy Center.
Help locally!

[dankipp]

The “Room to Read” organization works to improve children’s literacy in underserved parts of the world, by building libraries, publishing children’s book, programs to improve reading skills, and supporting education for girls.

I’m a retired CPA, and am very careful with my donations. This non-profit does great much-needed work effectively and efficiently.

If you’re interested, their website is very informative, and some books available on how this nonprofit started, has grown, and the work they do.

[C-Pet]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.
YOUR Humane Society SPCA
P.O. Box 67
994 CR 529A
Lake Panasoffkee, FL 33538
352-793-9117

YOUR local Humane Society here in Sumter County, rescuing abandoned and neglected animals, offering adoptions, free/low cost spay/neuter services and pet-food pantry to low-income pet owners as well as public education.

[chasandvalr]

St. Jude's Children's Hospital or the Shriner's. Both help kids.

[Preilly]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

Hands of Mercy Everywhere. HOME. In Bellview so local. Home for teenage girls who are or were pregnant. 3 homes on the same block. Faith house, Hope house and Grace house. The Founder lives in the villages and you can go and visit and see just where your money is going to be used. Also always looking for volunteers who would like to share any skills they have with the young ladies.

[Mohawksin]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

We support Southeastern Guide Dogs (SEGD), Palmetto, Florida. SEGD is a non-profit that provides guide dogs for visionally impaired and Service dogs for veterans that are affected by PSTD. SEGD provides therapy dogs to comfort those in medical and court room situations. They provide emotional support dogs for Gold Star family members who have lost a loved one in active service. We donate our money and time. We are volunteer puppy raisers who have raise 14 puppies. SEGD provides the dogs to the recipients at no cost and provides a lifetime of follow-up services at no cost to the recipients, without any government funding.

[Challenger]

Rotary is a great organization that provides local and international support to charities. Most of the work and money is directed through local clubs internationally. The Villages Rotary Noon. Does many service projects fir area schools , camps, food banks etc. also supports projects in other projects in foreign countries through direct support and global grant. Currently a global grant is being used to build a rehab facility in Eustis. Money has come from all over the world.

Rotary - Check Charity Navigator . Rated as one of the best charities in the world. Three local clubs in TV raise hundreds of thousands of $ for local charities while also supporting international health programs like Polio eradication. More , thousands of hours for volunteer efforts to support veterans, food banks, mentoring high school students etc.

[lkp24]

Honor Flight in TheVillages is a 501(c)3 and flys veterans for free to Washington, DC to honor them and
see their memorials.

Carpenters for Christ. is a 501 3C with 100% of donations goes for material and supplies for folks who need assistance with ingress and egress of their homes. Local, as it tries to service people with in a hours distance from the Villages.

[KAM+6]

My favorite is "Smile Train". Doctors perform surgery for cleft palate on children in third world countries. They donate their time and donations are used for anesthesia and supplies.

[tvbound]

Charity Navigator is a great resource to learn about any not-for-profit charity and how their money is spent.

I also use Charity Navigator, especially if it is for a specific cause like a natural disaster somewhere. Unfortunately, some charities are set up so that CN cannot evaluate their books and therefore a person is kind of flying blind in those cases - even if they're an excellent charity (most of the money going to the cause).

[tvbound]

First thing I do when donating to a charity is to check them out. This is a good source. 3 Websites To Check To Be Informed Before Giving To Charity (/sites/nancyanderson/2017/12/17/3-websites-to-check-to-be-informed-before-giving-to-charity/?sh=4be823565e13)

Thanks for the heads up about Guidestar.Org, I'll start using them as well as Charity Navigator.

[Chrissy55]

Wounded warriors and Salvation Army

[Red Rose]

Habitat for Humanity, Operation Shoebox, St. Jude Children’s hospital.

[Cheapbas]

Some Cancer type charities are not really a charity they take most of the money they collect for expenses.

This doesn’t sound right, I would think expenses would be 15% or less.

[BlkBlt6]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

We donate to Tunnels to Towers, Wounded Warriors, St. Jude’s Children Hospital, local Animal Welfare Leagues, Cancer foundations, MS, Alzheimer’s.

[Nannyof3]

Food Bank

[crc19188]

Butler Cubs Athletic and Social Association we deal with keeping kids off of the streets and helping educate them. If interested let me know. We are located in Western Pa. Butler to be exact. All work is volunteer and no paychecks. True to the word non profit.

[Eg_cruz]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.
I would put a big chuck into housing for families and programs to get them up and running. I would also do house for our veterans and the programs to get them up and running. If I still had funds then kids education about the bullying, drugs and self safety

[richs631]

Tunnels to towers t2t.org. Gives back 98%. Most charities come nowhere near that

[spd2918]

Easy answer: The nonprofit i started and ran for 8 years.

I noticed a lack of job skills training in high schools. The focus was only on college. I started a mentoring program that put high school seniors into automotive shops to directly learn job skills and to build resumes. They had to work as a team to complete a project vehicle restoration. We'd auction the project at our spring car show/ fund raiser. 100% of our money went back into the program.

Spartan Hot Rod (our school mascott was a Spartan) still exists in Superior Wisconsin. I was actually thinking about creating a similar program for the schools just outside the villages. We'd use golf carts as projects and have a show to auction them.

[ValPal58]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.
I donate to the Colorectal Cancer Alliance, near and dear to my heart. My husband was a 14 year stage four survivor who passed almost 3 years ago. They were there to support me through all of his recurrences, and beyond.

[mlmarr1]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

First Baptist Church, Leesburg Fl.. Christian Care Center .. located on campus, taking care of hundreds weekly .. Christian Care Center (https://www.christiancarecenter.org/)

[J1ceasar]

All mentioned are worthy . F you had millions however start a local charity to give out $$$ as needed locally yearly . Sumter and lake/ Marion all have many small organizations needing $$$
Theater groups
Animal shelters ,
Vet organizations
Woman's abuse groups etc .
Food banks .

Many have no significant funding yearly and could use a yearly stipend they can depend on

[KRMACK55]

St Jude's is one of my favorites!

I knew a fella who donated 1.3 million to the Moose Club in PA... a year later he stopped in for a beer and they didn't even know who he was .,.
That’s not why you donate for a Pat on the back

[fpmoravcik]

Adamsville Baptist Church in Coleman

[ProfessorDave]

My favorite: FREEDOM HOUSE. Sort of like Ronald McDonald House but for families of veterans getting medical procedures. PLUS - one of the highest amounts per dollar actually going to the need - versus the administration and marketing efforts.

[Tunesmith]

Easy answer: The nonprofit i started and ran for 8 years.

I noticed a lack of job skills training in high schools. The focus was only on college. I started a mentoring program that put high school seniors into automotive shops to directly learn job skills and to build resumes. They had to work as a team to complete a project vehicle restoration. We'd auction the project at our spring car show/ fund raiser. 100% of our money went back into the program.

Spartan Hot Rod (our school mascott was a Spartan) still exists in Superior Wisconsin. I was actually thinking about creating a similar program for the schools just outside the villages. We'd use golf carts as projects and have a show to auction them.

I was born in Superior, graduated from SSHS in 1970. Maybe I know you?

[skyking]

Wounded Warriors.

[SERENITY52]

St Jude's is one of my favorites!

I knew a fella who donated 1.3 million to the Moose Club in PA... a year later he stopped in for a beer and they didn't even know who he was .,.
St. Jude, Shriners, USA CARES, Gary Sinness

[sborlove]

Jr. High Incorporated in LA... My daughter started it and runs it. If you like helping underprivileged women that are trying to get into the arts and music than this is the non profit you want. They are located in Glendale, CA but they help the young ladies and women show their art work and help them get started with performing and name recognition. Their web site is Junior High (http://www.juniorhighlosangeles.com).

Check it out please.

[Songbird]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.
Two I use are:
Wounded Warriors Family Support (Homes For Our Troops)
DAV Charitable Service Trust.

Most of the donations to these two actually go to those who need it instead of administrative overhead and fund raising costs.

[BlackhawksFan]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

I'd spread it out amongst several. A lot of help is need in the restaurant/entertainment industry. Many small, local places shut down for good. And many local music clubs are suffering, even iconic LA places like The Troubadour and The Whiskey are on hard times.

If you Google it you'll easily find the groups raising money.

Animal shelters are also a good one, homeless shelters and food banks too.

Your donation(s) no matter the size all help.

[mtc8267]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

I definitely would vote for St Jude

[jackmann123]

Tunnels to Towers

[vitacr]

Local - Love Inc/Centsible Furnishings benefits Lake, Sumter and Marion counties, also The Haven /Domestic Abuse. On a broader scale, Salvation army & Tunnels for Towers benefits wounded veterans. Bless you for wanting to help.

[tlampela@comcast.net]

Shriner's Hospital (there's one in Tampa)!
My son was cared for for nearly 12 years, and I never paid a dime. Multiple surgeries, months long stays, etc.

[stadry]

your competition would be the fed govt which is anti family imo based on the history of black households- @least habitat requires owner contribution of some sort labor (etc)& ]yrs ago some wanted to offer free lunches to homeless in augusta, gathat woul've been a magnet to all homeless in a 35m radius!
@ least habitatenouurages pride of ownership - if nothing's invested responsibility diminishes - again imo

[beccaboo**]

As a social worker for 45 years, I have been familiar with many charities over the years. My recommendation for those that most benefit the recipients are:
1. Salvation Army - reasonable administrative overhead
2. Muscular Dystrophy Association - having had a son with MD, can tell you first hand, they do an amazing job in supporting the children and families in need
3. Leukemia & Lymphoma Society - funding is appropriately spent, in my experience
Great question you asked.

[salpal]

I mentioned Forward Paths (Leesburg) which helps transition aged-out foster children into functioning adults. If anyone would like me to come and speak to a group, please send me a private message. I'd be happy to meet with your group.

[Rose Ann Vinci Igoe]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

My passion is animals so, my favorite charity is Florida Exotic Bird Sanctuary. They are non profit and I visit often. Located in Hudson Fl. I have gotten to know the volunteers and President Patricia Norton over the years. Placed my beloved Moluccan Cockatoo there a few years ago. These Exotic Birds are not rehomed, bred or sold. This is there Forever home, where they can just be 'A BIRD'.

[graciegirl]

Williams Syndrome Association. Our family was part of the founding group in the early eighties. Research has been valuable in helping our members to overcome congenital heart defects and learning challenges.

[VApeople]

Which one would you donate a chunk of money to?

We would donate money to some of the beautiful places we visit in Florida, like Washington Oaks state park, the Edison Home in Fort Myers, or our favorite, Bok Tower and Gardens.

[Babubhat]

Wounded Warriors.

23 percent of spending goes to fundraising

[John41]

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

A local Humane Society.

[davem4616]

Salvation Army is #1 on my list

[Madelaine Amee]

Salvation Army and Florida Sheriffs Ranch. The Sheriffs Ranch takes in and houses abandoned and abused children until they are old enough to go tro college or be self sufficient. They are both great organizations, people helping people

[giorgio1948]

St. Jude's

[geofitz13]

I rode in the Pan Massachusetts Challenge for several years. It is the major fundraising arm for the Dana Farber Cancer Center in Boston, MA. Since 1980, the ride has raised over $700,000,000
(Yes, 700 million) because every dollar donated to a rider goes directly to the charity. The PMC corporate arm is responsible for getting sponsorships for the various activities surrounding the event. I believe this year's goal is $52 million dollars in direct support of the Dana Farber Cancer Center. I'm obviously not riding this year, but have already donated and if you have any charitable dollars available, please consider donating.
PM me if you would like further information.
I rode for 7 years, raised thousands of dollars for research.
I now have terminal lung cancer.
The life you save could be mine.
Thank you.