Amazing Non-Profit Organizations
Outstanding non- profit organizations Good Judy has donated to and links to how to contact them directly to donate or get involved!
Atria Collective (formerly WomenSafe)- Addison County, VT
website: https://www.womensafe.net
A dedicated group of community members came together to make a difference for families in Addison County who were victims of domestic and sexual violence.
The interagency collaboration, work of concerned citizens, and community groups were instrumental in starting the Addison County Battered Women's Project in September 1980 under the umbrella of the Addison County Community Action Group. On February 4, 1982, the Addison County Battered Women's Project was incorporated as its own entity. It was organized for the purpose of "promoting the social welfare of Addison County by reducing the incidence of domestic violence, and primarily, the incidence of abuse against women."
From 1988—2001, our organization was called Addison County Women In Crisis (ACWIC).
In 2001, the name “WomenSafe” was officially adopted to signify the mission of the organization, and to acknowledge that intimate partner violence disproportionately affects women and girls (and especially women of color).
Over the years, the organization was centered in a variety of sites around Middlebury and Bristol. As a result of a dedicated Board of Directors and the generous support of the Addison County community, we were able to purchase the present Middlebury office building in the spring of 1998 and an additional building in 2018.
Throughout all of these changes the dedicated staff, volunteers and board members of WomenSafe have ensured high quality services for victims and survivors of domestic and sexual violence and their children. The office has accessible parking and provides a safe, comfortable setting for support groups and individual meetings with trained staff.
Stray Cat Alliance- Los Angeles, CA
website: https://straycatalliance.org/
Mission: Stray Cat Alliance educates and empowers communities to advocate for every cat’s right to be safe, healthy and valued.
Building a No-Kill Nation, One Stray at a Time
Vision: Stray Cat Alliance envisions a time when all cats are valued and safe whether in homes or communities, and when shelters serve as temporary safe havens.
In 1997, Stray Cat Alliance did not exist, but an immense void did exist for caring citizens who wanted to help community cats. It was the year that founder and President Christi Metropole rescued her still-beloved cat Chloe from an untenable and disturbing homeless situation and was simultaneously introduced to her first backyard full of needy cats in Los Angeles. Her life—and that of thousands of Los Angeles-area felines—would never be the same.
The formerly-named Feral Cat Alliance evolved into its present iteration of Stray Cat Alliance. Along the way, it began a revolution of the best kind, one that would change the stray cat paradigm in this nation forever, and for the better. Where no resources formerly existed to help cats, now a solid and respected organization flourishes with the promise of more good works to come for cats.
Early on, Christi remembers the support of a wonderful friend, Marcie Rich, whose efforts on behalf of Stray Cat Alliance exist now in the form of “Trap Depot of West Los Angeles.” As the new movement gained momentum, Marcie acquired traps to loan to volunteers who learned proper and effective Trap/Neuter/Return (TNR) protocol that has been refined with years of experience and passed down to the current volunteer force.
Unquestionably, it is the experience of Stray Cat Alliance leadership, staff and volunteer base that makes such a difference.
WomenSafe, Inc.- Chardon, OH
website: https://womensafe.org/
WomenSafe’s mission is to provide emergency shelter and support services to survivors of domestic violence throughout Northeast Ohio.
We are a 501 (c)(3) not-for-profit domestic violence shelter and resource center in our 42nd year of service to survivors of domestic violence.
WomenSafe responds to the needs of survivors and provides education in the community aimed to reduce the incidence of domestic violence and make the community aware of what help is available.
Outright Vermont- Burlington, VT
website: https://www.outrightvt.org/
Outright Vermont is a 501(c)(3) non-profit under federal and state regulations. Since 1989, we have been building hope, equity, and power with LGBTQ+ youth in Vermont. Founded by a small group of queer adults, after a national survey discovered that queer youth were dramatically at higher risks of suicide than their heterosexual peers, Outright Vermont has built up programming that now includes:
Queer youth spaces, that hosts a range of weekly peer-support groups, events, workshops, and more in all 14 counties of Vermont;
Education & outreach work statewide for schools, communities, colleges, and organizations looking for support on preventing harassment, dealing with harassment, creating and supporting Queer/Straight Alliances (QSAs), and more;
Annual large scale events for queer youth & the larger queer community including: 10 years of queer youth pride, a statewide queer & allied youth summit, the Fire Truck Pull, and the annual Outright Awards.
All of this, and so much more, happens thanks to a dedicated staff, volunteer crew, and board of directors that give their time, skills, and money to move our mission forward.
Addison Northwest School District- Mental Health Matters Night- Vergennes, VT
website: anwsd.org
The Addison Northwest School District (Addison, Ferrisburgh, Panton, Vergennes & Waltham)
Mental Health Matters Night on January 19th, 2023, in order to raise awareness on special topics in mental health. 1 in 6 U.S you ages 6-17 experience a mental health disorder each year, and Addison Northwest wants to address the rising level of need by having speakers educate our community through workshops targeting some concerns rising in our youth.
Planned Parenthood- Nationwide
website: www.plannedparenthoodaction.org.
America’s Most Trusted Name in Sexual Health®
Planned Parenthood is the nation’s leading provider and advocate of high-quality, affordable sexual and reproductive health care for all people, as well as the nation’s largest provider of sex education. With nearly 600 health centers across the country, Planned Parenthood organizations serve all patients with care and compassion, with respect, and without judgment, striving to create equitable access to health care. Through health centers, programs in schools and communities, and online resources, Planned Parenthood is a trusted source of reliable education and information that allows people to make informed health decisions. We do all this because we care passionately about helping people lead healthier lives.
While Planned Parenthood organizations are tied by a central mission, they are separate entities. Planned Parenthood is made up of many separate nonprofit organizations:
Planned Parenthood Federation of America (PPFA) is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization that supports independently incorporated Planned Parenthood affiliates, which operate nonprofit health centers across the U.S. PPFA works to educate the public on and advocate for issues of sexual and reproductive health.
Planned Parenthood affiliates are separately incorporated 501(c)(3) charitable organizations that operate nearly 600 nonprofit Planned Parenthood health centers providing essential care to 2.1 million patients annually. Planned Parenthood affiliates are trusted sources of primary and preventive care for people of all genders in communities across the country. One in three women in the United States has visited a Planned Parenthood health center. The majority (more than 70%) of Planned Parenthood patients have incomes at or below 150 percent of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL).
Planned Parenthood Global is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization formed as the international arm of Planned Parenthood Federation of America. Planned Parenthood Global works to advance the health and rights of all people, working tirelessly to combat inequities in historically marginalized and under-resourced communities.
Planned Parenthood Action Fund is a separate nonprofit membership organization tax-exempt under section 501(c)(4). The Action Fund engages in educational, advocacy, and limited electoral activity, including grassroots organizing, legislative advocacy, and voter education. Like Planned Parenthood Federation of America, many Planned Parenthood affiliates have related 501(c)(4) local organizations.
NAACP- Nationwide
website: https://naacp.org/
We are the home of grassroots activism for civil rights and social justice.
We advocate, agitate, and litigate for the civil rights due to Black America.
In our cities, schools, companies, and courtrooms, we are the legacy of W.E.B. Du Bois, Ida B. Wells, Thurgood Marshall, and many other giants.
We envision an inclusive community rooted in liberation where all persons can exercise their civil and human rights without discrimination. We are committed to a world without racism where Black people enjoy equitable opportunities in thriving communities.
In advocacy, we work to make sure Black voices are heard, demands are met, and Black excellence is amplified. From classrooms and courtrooms to city halls and Congress, our network of members across the country works to secure the social and political power that will end race-based discrimination.
As a 501c4 organization, we're organized for purpose, not profits. Our 501c3 partner organization, known as NAACP Empowerment Programs, accepts fully tax-deductible donations, as allowed by the IRS.
The Legal Defense Fund – also referred to as the NAACP-LDF was founded in 1940 as a part of the NAACP, but separated in 1957 to become a completely separate entity. It is recognized as the nation's first civil and human rights law organization, and shares our commitment to equal rights.
Every dollar you give to the NAACP, a 501(c)(4) nonprofit organization, and NAACP Empowerment Programs, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is used to push our organization's mission forward. We take pride in how we utilize your donations to continue the fight toward Black liberation.
Vermont Access to Reproductive Freedom, Burlington, VT
https://www.vermontaccess.org/
Vermont Access to Reproductive Freedom was incorporated in 2002 and has been upheld by an all-volunteer, non-hierarchical board of up to 12 community members. The board works together to create fundraising opportunities and partnerships while awarding grants to those seeking abortion services.
Our Mission:
We provide financial assistance to help Vermonters pay for abortion through grassroots fundraising, working to equalize access and promote economic justice. .
Our Vision:
In solidarity with the National Network of Abortion Funds, “we envision a world where every reproductive decision, including abortion, takes place in thriving communities that are safe, peaceful, and affordable. We envision a world where all people have the power and resources to care for and affirm their bodies, identities, and health for themselves and their families—in all areas of their lives.
What We Do:
1) Patients seeking funding call our 24 hour answering service and provide basic information about their appointment.
2) A Vermont Access board member returns their call within 1 day
3) No eligibility criteria. Patients define their need, and are granted as much as possible depending on our available funds.
4) We fund on a first-come, first-served basis until we reach our minimum balance, at which point funding is suspended and callers are redirected to alternate funds.
ASPCA- Nationwide
website: https://www.aspca.org/
We Are Their Voice
The ASPCA® (American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals®) has been at the forefront of animal rescue and protection since our founding as the first animal welfare organization in North America in 1866. For more than 150 years, we have been the leading voice in animal welfare, bringing the critical protection of animals to the forefront of society.
We’ve led the way in fighting cruelty, rescuing and securing adoptions for animals in need, and driving significant legislative change that protects their lives and welfare — ultimately transforming how Americans value and care for animals.
The modern challenges facing animals are wide-ranging and complex, but we tackle these challenges head-on and in innovative ways, including providing vital veterinary care, responding to disasters, pioneering adoption and behavioral rehabilitation programs, conducting critical animal welfare research, training law enforcement and shelter professionals, and advocating for more effective laws. We also partner with and support shelters, veterinarians, and others who share our commitment to a safer, more compassionate world for animals.
Rather than directly operating a network of shelters, our role as a well-established national organization—and as envisioned by our founder, Henry Bergh — is to collaborate with and offer training and support to hundreds of local agencies, including shelters, rescues, clinics, and others committed to addressing their communities' needs. This position enables us to advance animal welfare innovations and respond promptly to animal crises throughout the country.
Every year, our hands-on work directly impacts hundreds of thousands of animals, with our lasting solutions benefiting millions more. Join us in creating a brighter future for animals. Together, we can make a meaningful difference in their lives.
Explore an interactive map showcasing key aspects of our ASPCA programs and collaborations from the past five years dedicated to helping vulnerable animals survive and thrive across the country.