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- A Greater Washington - Helps citizens work across traditional boundaries to increase economic competitiveness and quality of life in the metropolitan area.
www.greaterwash.org
- Academy for Educational Development - Independent, nonprofit organization committed to solving critical social problems in the U.S. and throughout the world through education, social marketing, research, training, policy analysis and innovative program design and management.
www.aed.org
- American Red Cross - National Capital Chapter of the humanitarian aid organization with five area offices. Site describes chapter events and publications, and health, disaster, and youth services.
www.redcrossdc.org
- Amnesty International Chapter 536 - Human rights activists in the Adams Morgan and Dupont Circle areas.
www.amnesty-volunteer.org/usa/group536
- Brainfood - Community-based organization that supports area high school youth through culinary arts, mentoring, and business development.
www.brain-food.org
- Capital Alumni Network - Intercollegiate alliance of area alumni groups. Organizes softball, flag football, and volleyball leagues as well as several social events throughout the year.
www.dcalum.org
- Christ House - Medical facility for homeless men and women. Staff members provide 24-hour nursing care, as well as comprehensive nutritional, pastoral, and social services.
www.christhouse.org
- Community Council for the Homeless at Friendship Place - Enables people in the upper northwest area of the District who are, have been, or are at risk of being homeless to rebuild and sustain their lives with the involvement of the community.
www.cchfp.org
- Community for Creative Non-Violence - Full service homeless shelter for men and women offers an array of social services, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, medical, mental health and dental care, and cultural activities.
www.ccnv-usa.org
- Community IMPACT! - Works with area neighborhoods to increase the percentages of youth getting a higher education and of youth leading positive change in their communities.
www.community-impact.net
- Community of Hope - Providing services to homeless and low-income individuals and families, including transitional housing, social services, family education and health care.
www.communityofhopedc.org
- Compassion Over Killing - Organizes public protests, educates consumers, and promotes nonviolence toward all sentient beings.
www.cok-online.org
- Conquest Offender Reintegration Ministries - Organization dedicated to helping ex-offenders avoid repeated criminal offenses by providing support services needed to help them reintegrate into society.
www.conquesthouse.org
- Cornerstone - Finances safe, affordable, and dignified housing for people recovering from mental illness. Site lists recent projects, application process, sponsors, and contact information.
www.cornerstonedc.org
- D.C. Employment Justice Center - Advocates for low-wage workers in the metropolitan area, providing online information including the D.C. Workers' Rights Manual and links on subjects including employment law, job training, and welfare-to-work.
www.dcejc.org
- Davis Memorial Goodwill Industries - Services include thrift stores, job training programs, contract services with government and industry, and unique special events.
www.dcgoodwill.org
- DC Area Aupairs and Friends - A social and networking organization for au pairs.
dcaupair.tripod.com
- DC Central Kitchen - Community kitchen engaged in food recycling and meal distribution programs.
www.dccentralkitchen.org
- DC Grotto - Local chapter of the National Speleological Society dedicated to the exploration, study and conservation of caves.
www.caves.org/grotto/dcg
- DC Metro Geeks - Resource center for area geeks. Offers message board, events calendar, webcams, and chat.
www.dc-geeks.org
- DC Perl Mongers - Works to advocate the Perl computer language through discussions every month, workshops, and other activities.
dc.pm.org
- DC SAGE - A professional and social organization for systems administrators living or working in the greater metropolitan area.
www.dc-sage.org
- DC Web Women - Professional organization for women interested in new media. Includes calendar, information for job seekers, and details on upcoming meetings and workshops.
www.dcwebwomen.org
- Eating Addictions Anonymous - A 12 step fellowship of people recovering from all forms of eating and body image addiction.
dcregistry.com/users/eatingaddictions
- Equal Justice Network - Online meeting place, information source, and connection mechanism for lawyers and other advocates involved in efforts to provide civil legal assistance to low-income people.
www.equaljustice.org
- Federal Toastmasters Club 1037 - Local chapter of the communication and leadership skills-building organization.
federaltoastmasters.tripod.com
- Friends of Iwo Jima - Organization campaigning against the proposed redevelopment of the Iwo Jima Park.
www.IwoFriends.com
- Friends of the Chevy Chase D.C. Library - Describes activities in support of the public library near Chevy Chase Circle, as well as library services and hours and local links.
users.erols.com/chevchas/friends
- Greater DC Cares - Volunteer coordination in the local area, connecting individual, family and business volunteers with non-profits.
www.dc-cares.org
- Greater Washington Research Center - Seeks a comprehensive understanding of the population, economy, social conditions, and governments of the metropolitan area.
www.gwrc.org
- Hebrew Home of Greater Washington - Provides care for the elderly through a comprehensive continuum of services including social and health care programs.
www.hebrew-home.org
- Hugh O'Brian Youth Leadership - Volunteer organization dedicated to recognizing and developing leadership potential in the city's high school sophomores.
www.dchoby.org
- Humanities Council of Washington DC - Enriches urban humanities and culture throughout communities.
www.humanities-wdc.org
- IndyMedia Center - Non-profit media organization supporting and reporting activism.
dc.indymedia.org
- National Association to Restore Pride in America's Capital - Organization formed in 1996 to make Washington a model metro area that deserves to be the national capital.
www.narpac.org
- Ophelia's House - Provides a safe environment for adolescent girls to obtain educational and social support.
hometown.aol.com/opheliashouse/myhomepage/index.html
- People, Animals, Love - Programs and volunteers bring pets to people isolated in nursing homes, sick children in hospitals, and at-risk youth. Site includes pictures, calendar of activities, news, volunteer and donor opportunities, and contact info.
www.peopleanimalslove.com
- Rebuilding Together - Provides housing repairs and modifications for elderly and disabled, low-income homeowners. Includes information on how to sponsor a house, volunteer, apply for assistance or donate. Also includes a calendar and current projects.
www.rebuildingtogetherdc.org
- Society of Women Engineers - Information on meetings, events and membership.
www.swe-bws.org
- Spiritual Singles - Organization serving single adults of all faiths through spiritual, social, and personal growth events.
www.spiritualsingles.org
- The Sociables - A free, all-volunteer social club bringing people in the area together to meet new friends while participating in a wide variety of activities.
www.sociables.org
- The Water Front Center - A non-profit education and urban planning organization.
www.waterfrontcenter.org
- United Way of the National Capital Area - Works to build a stronger community and provides fundraising opportunities in the area.
www.unitedwaynca.org
- Washington Business Group on Health - National non profit organization exclusively devoted to the analysis of health policy and related work site issues from the perspective of large employers.
www.wbgh.com
- Washington DC Technology Council - A trade association seeking to promote the development, growth and recognition of member technology companies in the metropolitan area.
www.wdctech.net
- Washington Peace Center - A nonprofit, anti-racist action and education organization providing resources to community action groups in the metropolitan area.
www.washingtonpeacecenter.org
- Women in Housing and Finance - Promotes women in the fields of housing and finance.
www.whfdc.org
- Young Professionals Collective - Provides networking and professional advancement opportunities for young individuals working in the nonprofit community and related fields.
www.ypcdc.org
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