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Nonprofits Across the United States Focusing on Autism Research

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The goal of autism research is to learn more about autism spectrum disorder. This leads to the creation of better programs and treatment plans thanks to nonprofits across the United States focusing on autism research. It also provides a better understanding of the disorder to parents and loved ones.

According to the Center for Disease Control, about one in 59 children in the United States has autism. With those numbers, you likely know and love someone who has autism.

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7 Incredible Children and Youth Services Organizations

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Every April, Americans recognize National Child Abuse Prevention Month. In 2017, the Department of Health and Human Services reported that more than 3.5 million children nationwide received assistance from child protective services, up 10% since 2013. For many of these young people, children and youth services organizations help guide them towards success, giving them skills and opportunities to improve their lives. When you donate to child and youth organizations, you’re investing in a brighter future.

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How Nonprofit Reviews Can Increase Funding

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Whether we want to admit it or not, we place a great deal of value on the opinions and experiences of others. That’s why we spend so much time reading the reviews on a product before we purchase or read the comments section on a news story. Similarly, nonprofit reviews are one way to help us determine which organizations are worth our donations and our time. For nonprofit organizations, reviews can be a game-changer for fundraising and marketing.

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Education Organizations Supporting Communities Through COVID

Education organizations are vitally important to our society, even during a “normal” year. However, in the middle of a pandemic, where children and teens face very real challenges to their educational development, these nonprofits are stepping up to help fill the gaps that COVID is leaving behind. Each has adapted its mission to meet the unique needs of its clients through helping students, teachers, and parents make the most of the ever-changing Coronavirus classroom environments. 

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Nonprofits Helping Immigrants at the U.S.-Mexico Border

Immigration continues to be a hot-button issue in the United States. Many immigrants are seeking a better life in the U.S., often fleeing violence and difficult situations in their home countries. The current increase in refugees seeking asylum is among the highest levels seen in nearly 20 years, according to one estimate. Without true changes to the immigration system, it will be difficult to see real reform and help these vulnerable groups.

Organizations Working to Aid Migrants and Children

Crossing an international border for asylum is not illegal. U.S. and international law give people fleeing violence and persecution the right to request it. You can support these nonprofits helping refugees and asylum seekers at the border:

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Nonprofits Fighting Fake News

In a technologically advanced society, misinformation and disinformation spread at the speed of light. With just one click, extremists, conspiracy theorists, and those bent on doing harm can share untrue information with readers worldwide. We’ve seen this spread of fake news culminate in violence, mistrust, and deep societal divisions. 

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The Best Volunteer Opportunities in Las Vegas in 2021

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Are you interested in volunteering or intern at a great Las Vegas nonprofit? Whether you’re new to the Entertainment Capital of the World and want to learn about its charities, trying to change up your routine by working with local charities, or simply want to volunteer or intern at a neighborhood nonprofit, everyone knows that the best way to find the right place for you is from the people who’ve been there!

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Nonprofit Organizations Making Progress Towards Gun Control

Gun violence in the United States has continued to escalate, with the number of mass shootings already at 213 this year, according to the Gun Violence Archive. The nation watched in horror as one of the deadliest school shootings in history unfolded and people are yet again left wondering if there is some way they can help to stop these tragedies.

In light of the most recent horrific shooting at a school in Uvalde, Texas which killed 19 students and 2 adults, we have compiled a list of nonprofits working to solve this problem as a resource for people who want to contribute in a meaningful way.

Everytown for Gun Safety

Everytown for Gun Safety

Everytown is a movement of Americans working together to end gun violence and build safer communities. They focus on reform in four main areas: background checks, domestic violence, preventable deaths, and gun trafficking.

Donate to Everytown for Gun Safety


The Brady Campaign

The Brady Campaign

The Brady Campaign strives to “create a safer America for all of us that will lead to a dramatic reduction in gun deaths and injuries.” They are aiming to cut the number of U.S. gun deaths in half by 2025 by focusing on background checks, stopping ‘Bad Apple’ gun dealers, and voicing the dangers of keeping guns in the home. The organization’s name honors former White House Press Secretary Jim Brady, who was shot and seriously injured during an assassination attempt on President Ronald Reagan.

Donate to The Brady Campaign


Newtown Action Alliance

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Following the tragic shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School, residents of Newtown, Connecticut founded the Newtown Action Alliance. They are “dedicated to reversing the escalating gun violence epidemic in this nation through the introduction of smarter, safer gun laws and broader cultural change.”

Donate to Newtown Action Alliance

 

Gun Control Giving Fund

We have also created a Giving Fund for donors to easily contribute to several top organizations in this space. With a giving fund, you can make one donation to help multiple organizations all working on a vital single issue. We vet each nonprofit included in the fund and then evenly split your donation among the fund’s organizations.

Donate to the Gun Control Giving Fund

 

 

Find more organizations working to stop gun violence on our Top Gun Control Nonprofits and Charities page.

Help Teenage Moms by Supporting These Nonprofits

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Being a teen mom in the United States is tough. Studies find more than 50 percent of young mothers never graduate from high school. Less than 2 percent receive a college degree before they turn 30. And more than two-thirds of families started by an unmarried teen moms live in poverty.

It doesn’t have to be this way.

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