Contributions made to the CUNY Campaign are pooled, and allocated equally to all participating organizations.

1495 Independent Charities of America Feeding the hungry. Sheltering the homeless. Protecting the children, and healing the sick. America's finest Charities. Working with you to share-the American Way. 800/477-0733 MEMBER ORGANIZATIONS 1271 4-H: National 4-H Council 4-H is a community of young people across America who is learning leadership, citizenship and life skills. 301/961-2983 2038 Adventist Development & Relief Agency International Imaging living without clean water, health services, basic education or job opportunities. Gifts support ADRA's empowering development and relief programs in the U.S. and worldwide. 800/424-ADRA 1658 Advertising Council, Inc. Smokey Bear, McGruff, "Friends Don't Let Friends Drive Drunk," Crying Indian. Through public education society becomes educated about critical social issues affecting our nation's future. 212/922-1500 2392 Africa AIDS Watch HIV/AIDS prevention, education, awareness and support services to people of Africa. We help Africans and emerging democracies attain low HIV infection rate. 301/270-2182 1660 AFS-USA, Inc. An international student exchange organization that builds bridges between cultures, teaches a world perspective, and makes lifelong friends among the leaders of tomorrow. 800/AFS-INFO 2039 Allergy and Asthma Network/Mothers of Asthmatics, Inc. Asthma and allergies afflict millions with frightening attacks that often kill. Help us eliminate suffering and death through education, advocacy, community outreach and research. 800/878-4403 2541 Alley Cat Allies Works for humane control of outdoor feline population across the U.S. through sterilization and care of feral cats as a compassionate alternative to euthanasia. 240-482-1980 2245 Alyn Center for Disabled Children of Israel Israel's comprehensive rehabilitation center for physically disabled children, combined expertise and love enabling patients-including victims of suicide bombings-to live with dignity and independence. 877/LOVEALYN 2495 Alzheimer's Foundation of America Hands-on care and support services for individuals affected by Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, and to their families. "Together for Care... in addition to Cure." 866/AFA-8484 2040 Alzheimer's Research Foundation, Fisher Center Research into cause, care and cure of Alzheimer's, by winner of Nobel Prize for research for Alzheimer's. Your donations bring us closer to a cure. 800/ALZINFO 2452 American Association for Cancer Research Funds innovative research to unlock the secrets of cancer and distributes the very latest research findings among all segments of the scientific community worldwide. 215/440-9300 2543 American Brain Tumor Association Funding research to eliminate brain tumors and sharing knowledge and hope with brain tumor patients and families through publications, referrals, and social work consultations. 800/886-2282 1937 American Humane Association Our nation's only organization dedicated to protecting children and animals from abuse, neglect, and cruelty through advocacy and support of child and animal welfare agencies. 303/792-9900 2287 American Indian Youth Running Strong, Inc. We're raising the standard of living and self-esteem of Indian reservation children. Teaching traditional and contemporary life skills, healthy lifestyles and respect for Mother Earth. 888/491-9859 2393 American Nicaraguan Foundation To achieve sustainable development and the eradication of poverty in Nicaragua by fostering increased opportunity, self sufficiency and dignity for the poor. 305/374-3391 1440 American Social Health Association Fighting to stop the spread of HIV/AIDS, herpes, HPV and other sexually transmitted diseases with research, public education, patient support programs, and advocacy efforts nationwide. 919/361-8400 2544 American Society for the Protection of Nature in Israel To provide financial support for the environmental protection, educational and recreational initiatives of SPNI in Israel. Distribute newsletters, arrange meetings and agendas for SPNI officials. 800/411-0966 2545 American Thyroid Association Know someone with thyroid disease? Maybe you? Support patient education and research focused on causes, treatment, prevention with your gifts of money. Best of health. 703/998-8890 1585 American Whitewater Affiliation Whitewater rivers and their access are threatened by commercial development and hydropower licensing. With public education and involvement, we're protecting and restoring these resources. 301/589-9453 2546 Aplastic Anemia & MDS International Foundation, Inc. Funds vital scientific medical research - provides support, information and advocacy for patients and families suffering from aplastic anemia, MDS, PNH, and related bone marrow diseases. 800/747-2820 2457 Asian Children's Assistance Limited Saving Asian abandoned, orphaned, destitute, and handicapped children by providing hope and opportunity. Reaching their full potential through basic care, corrective surgery, therapy and training. 502/742-8975 0811 ASPCA: American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals America's first animal welfare organization. Committed to preventing cruelty to animals and realizing the day when every adoptable pet can find a safe, caring home. 212/876-7700 1586 Assistance Dog Institute Helping dogs help people! Connecting dogs and people through our research and educational programs, improving the quality of life for both, creating dynamic, lifelong relationships. 707/545-3647 2547 Assistance Dog United Campaign Help provide loving assistance dog partners - Guide, Service, Hearing, Social/Therapy dogs - to individuals with disabilities through ADUC's assistance dog sponsorships and training program support. 800/284-DOGS 1445 Association of Jewish Family & Children’s Agencies, Inc. Provides human and social welfare services to the most vulnerable: seniors, disabled, children, and refugees. We help Jews in need here at home. 732/432-7120 1743 Autism Society of America Improving the lives of individuals with autism, their families, and the professionals who work with them by providing research, information, education, advocacy, and public awareness. 800/3-AUTISM 2247 Best Buddies for Children with Mental Retardation Matching student volunteers in one-to-one friendships with students who have mental retardation, giving them the normal social and relationship experiences they are usually excluded from. 800/89-BUDDY 2289 Bible Believers Fellowship, Inc. Nationwide prison ministry promoting Christianity to English and Spanish speaking inmates using literature, videos, counseling, and prayer in faithful obedience to our Lord Jesus Christ. 800/851-8674 2394 Blind Vietnamese Children Foundation We support schools and homes, as well as career development and healthcare programs that enhance the quality of life of visually-impaired children residing in Vietnam. 888/877-0736 2548 Brady Center to Prevent Gun Violence Dedicated to creating an America free from gun violence, where all Americans are safe at home, at school, at work, and in their communities. 202/289-7319 2041 Brain Injury Association of America We promote research and provide personal support to help the 5,300,000 survivors of traumatic brain injury recover their lives to the fullest extent possible. 800/444-6443 2549 Breast Cancer Action Carries the voices of people affected by breast cancer to inspire and compel the changes necessary to end the breast cancer epidemic. 877/2-STOP-BC 1447 Breast Cancer Foundation, The Susan G. Komen Your gift helps fight breast cancer by supporting innovative research and community-based outreach programs for the medically underserved. Established Komen Race for the Cure@ series. 972/855-1600 2458 The Breast Cancer Fund Breast cancer is a public health crisis effecting our mothers, sisters and daughters. BCF identifies -- and advocates for elimination of -- environmental and preventable causes. 412/321-3160 1731 Brother's Brother Foundation Connecting People's Resources with People's Needs: 48 years, 120 countries, $1.3 billion in books, food, medical supplies, and pharmaceuticals. Forbes Magazine "1st in efficiency." 888/323-1916 0826 Cancer Research Fund of the Damon Runyon-Walter Winchell Foundation 100% of your gift funds research by supporting a corps of young innovative scientists across the nation committed to discovering causes and cures for cancer. 877/722-6237 1587 Canine Companions for Independence Give independence to people with disabilities! Canine Companions change the lives of children and adults by providing service, companionship, and unconditional love. 800/572-2275 2229 Carter Center Led by former President Jimmy Carter, and Rosalynn Carter, the Center prevents and resolves conflicts, enhances freedom and democracy, and improves health around the world. 404/420-5100 2396 Child Family Health International Crucial life-saving medical aide where and when most needed. Utilizing "recycled" medical supplies to save children's lives and providing urgent relief to tsunami stricken countries. 415/957-9000 0645 Child Find of America Child kidnapping prevention and location specialists, helping children and devastated parents through free investigation, mediation, and publicity. Your gift could bring a missing child home. 800/I-AM-LOST 1890 Child Rescue International Abused, abandoned children receive practical compassion through personal deliveries of food, clothing, and medicines. Self-sufficiency is the goal of our future focused vocational training. 800/245-9191 2459 Child Welfare League of America CWLA's nearly 900 member agencies reach millions of children in need every year. We protect children, strengthen families, and advocate children as a national priority. 202/638-2952 1293 Children Awaiting Parents Unites abandoned, abused and neglected special needs children with loving, adoptive families. Introduces children to families through national programs including child's photo and life story. 888/835-8802 0108 Children's Defense Fund A strong voice for children who cannot speak for themselves. CDF encourages prevention before children get sick, drop out of school, or suffer family breakdown. 202/628-8787 2293 Children's Fire & Burn Fund Reducing preventable death and injury to children by providing fire smoke alarms and fire prevention education. Special attention given to disadvantaged children and families. 800/877-1250 1589 Children's Hopes & Dreams Foundation Fulfilling ill children's last wishes. Serving handicapped children, those traumatized by disasters or disasters or divorce/separation. Providing pen-pal friends, gifts and continual family support. Thank you. 800/437-3262 1453 Children's Hospital & Research Center Foundation We raise funds for the benefit of Children's Hospital & Research Center that provides comprehensive medical care to children regardless of their families' ability to pay. 800/841-4642 1661 Children's Medical Ministries A compassionate humanitarian service of 700 healthcare professionals committed to serving poor and oppressed children and families in the United States and developing countries. 301/261-3211 2550 Children's Miracle Network Your entire donation saves children's lives by helping premier local participating children's hospitals provide state-of-the-art care, lifesaving research and preventative education for millions of kids. 801/278-8900 2294 Children's Network International Provides food and medical assistance to needy children and their families, across the United States and around the world. 877/264-2243 2551 Christian Freedom International Caring for persecuted Christians with ongoing work in war-zones delivering medicine, food, clothes, tools and Bibles, and reporting to the world the atrocities occurring there. 800/323-CARE 1454 Christian Relief Services, Inc. Connects the vast resources of America through collaboration and partnership formed with grass roots charitable groups, churches and human service agencies, empower local volunteers throughout the world to help those in need in their own communities and enable people to help themselves. 800/33-RELIEF 2552 Concerns of Police Survivors, Inc. (COPS) Resources for surviving families of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty to rebuild their shattered lives; assists law enforcement agencies; educates public. 573/346-4911 2553 Correctional Peace Officers Foundation, Inc. Non-profit charity for Correctional Officers and their families, by providing line-of-duty death benefit, and catastrophic assistance in cases of accident or illness. 800/800-2763 0613 Covenant House Serves homeless and at-risk youth in 21 cities. No child turned away. Always open, always free. Call NINELINE (1800-999-9999) for nationwide assistance. 800/388-3888 2187 Delta Society Sharing unconditional love! Therapy animal teams across the country provide comfort to adults and children in healthcare facilities and schools during stressful and difficult times. 425/226-7357 1456 Direct Relief International Since 1948, providing humanitarian medical aid to people in need worldwide. Privately funded, a political, non-sectarian, and top-rated efficiency by Forbes, Worth, and Charity Navigator. 800/676-1638 1457 Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Charitable Service Trust Your gift provides food, shelter and medical aid to homeless veterans, transportation to medical facilities, and counseling/rehabilitation for amputee, blind, and severely disabled veterans. 859/441-7300 2554 East Coast Greenway Alliance To provide muscle-powered users of all abilities with a safe off-road spine trail connecting cities of the eastern seaboard from Maine to Florida. 401/789-4625 1941 Educate the Children Promoting programs that provide self-help and long-term solutions. Education, sustainable agriculture, scholarships, small business' and organized women's support groups are among our many successful programs. 607/272-1176 1608 Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation Committed to eradicating pediatric AIDS, providing care and treatment for people with HIV/AIDS and accelerating the discovery of new treatments for other serious and life-threatening pediatric illnesses. 310/314-1459 2555 The Entomological Foundation, Inc. Insects are essential in our ecosystems. Educate youth in applying science-based solutions that incorporate the critical role of insects in achieving healthy environments. 301/459-9083 2556 Equestrian Land Conservation Resource Horse land access and protection is the greatest threat to the future of equestrian sport, recreation and industry: Preserving land for those who love horses. 859/455-8383 1592 ESPERANCA Means HOPE of health and education for the poor in Latin America. American volunteers and locals treat, heal, educate so that Hope may be born. 602/252-7772 2460 Fabretto Children's Foundation After-school academic and nutrition services to children living in severe poverty in many communities in Nicaragua. Without Fabretto services, students would not attend school. 703/525-8716 1459 FACES: The National Craniofacial Association Children with craniofacial disfigurements require specialized reconstructive surgeries. We take care of these children and their families while treatment is received. Rebuilding faces-rebuilding futures. 800/3 FACES 3 2397 Families Thru International Adoption Our love and commitment to children overseas is shown by meeting their daily living, educational, and medical needs and by finding caring, permanent adoptive families. 888/797-9900 2557 Family Adoption Consultants Works to provide adoptive homes and humanitarian aid to homeless children throughout the world; provides ethical adoption services to adoptive families throughout the United States. 269/343-3316 1593 FARM (Farm Animal Reform Movement) Leader since 1981, saving animals from abuse on factory farms and promoting healthy plant-based diets. Conducts Great American Meatout, CHOICE School Lunch and Hunger Campaigns. 888/FARM-USA 2558 Farm Safety 4 Just Kids Promotes a safe farm environment to prevent health hazards, injuries and fatalities to children and youth. 800/423-KIDS 1461 Food Allergy and Anaphylaxis Network To raise public awareness, provide advocacy and education, and to advance research on behalf of all of those affected by food allergies and anaphylaxis. 800/929-4040 2103 FRAXA Research Foundation Funds medical research, education, and support for curing Fragile X, the most common inherited cause of mental impairment. Help us work towards a cure. 978/462-1866 2043 Giving Children Hope Bringing hope to children with life threatening illnesses by providing medicine and lifesaving equipment for orphanages, hospitals and clinics in rural America and developing countries. 714/523-4454 1597 Global Hunger Project Unleashes the human spirit: it empowers people to discover their vision, express their leadership and work together to solve hunger's root causes. 800/228-6691 2274 Global Links People worldwide are dying for what U.S. healthcare throws away. We recover and distribute these vital medical supplies to hospitals serving the developing world's neediest. 412/361-3424 2559 Grassroots International, Inc. Promotes global justice by advancing political, economic, and social rights and by supporting development alternatives through partnerships, grantmaking, education and advocacy. 617/524-1400 1560 Greenpeace Fund An independent campaigning organization that takes action, peacefully and creatively, to expose global environmental problems and promote solutions essential to a green and peaceful future. 800/326-0959 1598 Guide Dogs of America A non-profit organization dedicated in providing guide dogs to blind individuals and instruction of their use throughout the United States and Canada. 818/362-5834 1204 Habitat for Humanity International Christian Housing ministry working to end poverty by partnering with families in need to build affordable homes more than 175,000 worldwide. 800/422-4828 1891 Healing the Children Northeast Our children need your help! Volunteer physicians, nurses, support staff, provides medical treatment and advocacy services free of charge to children in need worldwide. 877/482-6328 2560 Heartbeat International Worldwide, Inc. Free pacemakers and medical services to poor children and adults in developing countries. We also provide state-of-the-art training to physicians treating these patients. 813/243-8769 1892 Hispanic Scholarship Fund The nation's leading Hispanic scholarship -granting organization, HSF is committed to advancing the college education among Hispanic Americans and doubling the rate of college graduates. 877/HSF-INFO 1599 Holt International Children's Services "Every child deserves a home of his own." Our child welfare program preserves families and places abandoned, orphaned and displaced children with loving adoptive families. 800/451-0732 2561 HOPE worldwide ltd. Provides sustainable non-sectarian health and education programs to prevent poverty, care for the needy and empower individuals and communities to rise out of their situations. 610/254-8800 2044 Hospice Foundation of America We support organizations and efforts that assist terminally ill persons and their families through the dying process in a less painful and more caring manner. 800/854-3402 1682 India Partners Faith-based charity supporting self-help projects in India since 1984: orphanages, schools, medical clinics, vocational training, disaster relief, literacy, agricultural development and church support. 888/870-9085 1893 Institute for Family Development In-home family crisis counseling to prevent child abuse, neglect, domestic violence, and unnecessary foster care placement. Keeps children safe and families together. 253/874-3630 2562 Institute for International Cooperation and Development Provides equal opportunities for people to take part in sustainable development in poor countries assisting people at grass root level in realizing locally owned potentials. 413/458-9466 2463 International AIDS Vaccine Initiative, Inc. IAVI's mission is to ensure the development of safe, effective, accessible, preventive HIV vaccines for use throughout the world. 212/847-1111 1970 International Fellowship of Christians and Jews Promotes understanding between Jews and Christians. Provides relief in Israel and the former Soviet Union. Helps needy Jews relocate to Israel and assists in resettlement. 800/486-8844 1894 International Medical Corps Dedicated to improving the quality of life through health care interventions and trainings that build local capacity in areas worldwide where few dare to serve. 800/481-4462 2563 Japan-America Student Conference, Inc. Exploring -- and updating -- the Japan-American partnership. Student run since 1934, JASC promotes leadership, peace, education, and cultural understanding through student exchanges. 202/289-4231 2112 Jesuit Volunteers International Compassionate college graduates serve the poor as teachers and social workers in schools and training centers in developing countries in Latin America, Asia, and Africa. 202/687-1132 0689 Jewish Fund for Justice We assist grassroots organizations of low-income people from all backgrounds and faiths struggling for decent housing, schools, healthcare and jobs and educate Jews about poverty. 212/213-2113 2239 Kidney Cancer Association The Association strives for a world without kidney cancer. We fund kidney cancer research ad help patients through patient meetings, information ad advocacy. 800/850-9132 2301 KidsPeace National Centers For Kids In Crisis Provides healing for children in emotional crisis; hope for America's kids and families. Education, prevention therapeutic foster care, residential treatment, children's hospital. Give Kids Peace! 610/799-8313 2186 Leukemia Clinical Research Foundation Leukemia can be cured! We live that dream by supporting research where it has the most impact-on patients in clinical settings. 651/229-7131 1662 Love the Children An international child care agency. Adoptable children come primarily from Korea. Also sends needed medical supplies and material to orphanages and hospitals in Korea. 215/536-4180 2005 Lymphoma Research Foundation We are the nation's larges lymphoma-specific organization dedicated solely to funding critical research, providing essential programs and raising awareness to patients and their families. 800/235-6848 1708 MADRE, Inc. An international women's human rights organization providing direct relief, resources, and training to women in conflict zones worldwide to promote peace, justice and human rights. 212/627-0444 2047 MAP International Every $1 sends $20 worth of lifesaving medicine to aid needy children and families in the developing world and provides health training and AIDS education. 800/225-8550 1730 MAPS Providing adoption services and humanitarian aid to orphaned and abandoned children as well as counseling and sheltering homeless pregnant girls/women in America and abroad. 207/532-9358 2564 Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Provides scholarships to children of current/former/deceased Marines who need financial assistance to pursue a college or vo-tech education. 800/292-7777 2565 Medical Support Association Provides life-saving essential medicines to pediatric patients in impoverished communities at no charge. Your gift will have real impact and help save lives." 504/371-5595 1602 National Adoption Center There are no unwanted children, just unfound families. Expanding adoption opportunities for children with special needs and sibling groups who want to stay together. 800/TO-ADOPT 2566 National AIDS Fund A nationwide partnership of community-based organizations fighting HIV/AIDS through prevention, education and care. Grant dollars matched by communities 2:1-doubling your contribution! 202/408-4848 2306 National Alopecia Areata Foundation Funds the majority of the research on this disease, produces patient materials, and promotes public awareness of alopecia areata. 415/472-3780 2291 The National Cancer Coalition Help us eliminate childhood and adult cancers. We support cutting edge cancer research, conduct national prevention programs, and give cancer medications free to needy patients. 504/301-1461 2567 National Center for Victims of Crime Helps crime victims rebuild their lives. Operates national helpline, advocates for victims' rights, raises public awareness. Priorities: domestic violence, stalking, teen victims, identity theft, homicide. 800/FYI-CALL 2398 National Cued Speech Association Literacy is a critical determiner of an individual's quality of life. A deaf child can learn language and become literate by communicating with Cued Speech. 800/459-3529 2461 National Education for Asssistance Dog Services, Inc. (NEADS) Trains rescued dogs and donated puppies to assist people who are deaf or physically disabled in leading more independent lives at home, school and work. 978/422-9064 2568 National FAA Association, Inc. Positive example of what works! Dynamic youth organization that changes lives and prepares students for premier leadership, personal growth and career success through agricultural education. 317/802-6050 2308 National Foundation for Advancement in the Arts Provides dentures, support services and hope to children left toothless from Ectodermal Dysplasia, a rare disorder. Funds research to find improved treatment options and cures. 305/377-1140 2252 National Foundation for Cancer Research Your gift provides unrestricted cash grant scholarships to American high-school seniors who are talented musicians, visual artists, dancers, writers, actors, singers, photographers or videographers. 800/321-CURE 2400 National Foundation for Ectodermal Dysplasia Provides dentures, support services and hope to children left toothless from Ectodermal Dysplasia, a rare disorder. Funds research to find improved treatment options and cures. 618/566-2020 2569 National Minority AIDS Council To develop leadership, provide technical assistance; research and treatment advocacy and public policy updates to communities of color in the fight against HIV/AIDS. 202/483-6622 2570 Normandy Allies, Inc. We perpetuate the memory of World War II Allied accomplishments and sacrifices primarily via educational trips to Normandy, including on-site input by witnesses and historians. 315/986-3773 1790 Obsessive Compulsive Foundation, Inc. Educating and assisting public and professional communities about OCD and related disorders. Providing critical support and resources and connecting professionals who treat the disorder. 203/401-2070 1688 Operation Smile Provides reconstructive surgery to children with facial deformities in 23 countries, trains in-country medical professionals, and supplies equipment essential to building self-sufficiency. We're changing lives. 888/OPSMILE 1470 Operation USA Assisting developing communities throughout the world in addressing problems relating to chronic poverty through the creation of sustainable health, nutrition and educational training programs. 800/678-7255 1319 ORBIS Through long-term country programs, a flying eye hospital, and telemedicine initiative, ORBIS builds capacity of medical professionals and institutions in developing countries to prevent blindness. 800/ORBIS-US 2571 Organization for Autism Research Parents of children with autism never stop seeking answers. We're here to provide those answers and fund studies that provide practical information on lifelong care. 866/366-9710 2572 Pancreatic Cancer Action Network, Inc. PanCAN provides national public and professional education embracing the urgent need for more research, effective treatments, prevention programs, and early detection methods. 877/272-6226 2253 Parkinson's Research Center, Michael Stern Foundation Providing research into the cause, care, and cure of Parkinson's disease in a world class laboratory directed by a Nobel Prize winning scientist. 212/957-7023 1187 Partnership for a Drug-Free America Our research-based education campaigns support children, teens and parents--helping them to lead healthy, drug-free lives. As a responsible nonprofit, we support both drug prevention and treatment. 212/922-1560 1472 Paws With A Cause Trains Assistance Dogs nationally for people with disabilities and provides lifetime team support that encourages independence. PAWS promotes awareness through education. 800/253-PAWS 0732 Pearl S. Buck International, Inc. Improves the lives of over 60,000 disadvantaged children annually through adoption, health and education programs. Promotes the values of other cultures through educational programming. 800/220-2825 0357 PETA: People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals Your contribution will help us end suffering and save animals lives. We fight cruelty through education, investigations, grassroots campaigns, rescues, advocacy, and messages of compassion. 757/622-7382 2312 Philippine Children's Fund of America Promoting the core values of love and compassion through health, nutrition and literacy. Serving poor children and those left behind by the US base closure. 800/660-4009 2464 PKD Foundation Only organization worldwide solely devoted to programs of patient education, public awareness, advocacy and research toward a treatment & cure for polycystic kidney disease patients. 800/753-2873 1895 Planned Parenthood Foundation We exist to preserve and advance reproductive freedom and choice, provide access to affordable health care, and promote responsible and accurate sexuality education. 800/829-7732 1609 Polish American Congress Charitable Foundation (PACCF) Provides medical supplies, books and equipment to Poland's hospitals, rehabilitation centers, orphanages, and the elderly, and sponsors other health care programs including neonatal training/research. 773/763-9944 1533 Project Inform National AIDS organization continues to push for a cure--providing respected treatment information and advocacy, toll-free treatment hotline, and nationwide educational programs since 1985. 800/822-7422 2254 ProLiteracy Worldwide Literacy volunteers empowering adults and families with the reading, writing, math, technology and problem-solving skills they need to improve their lives and communities. 888/528-2224 2401 Puppies Behind Bars Trains inmates to raise puppies to be guide dogs for the blind or explosive detection dogs for law enforcement. 212/924-7404 2402 Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network (RAINN) Operates National Sexual Assault Hotline. Free, 24/7 services help 130,000 people/year. Programs prevent rape, help victims, put rapists in jail. Largest anti-rape organization. 202-544-1034 2402 Reach Out and Read Pediatricians give books to young children at checkups, and explain to parents the importance of reading aloud, emphasizing literacy as a component of basic health. 617/629-8042 1475 Remove Intoxicated Drivers-RID Grassroots volunteers deterring drunk driving and helping its victims, improving and enforcing laws nationwide, combating underage binge drinking, raising public awareness. 518/393-4357 2574 Restless Legs Syndrome Foundation Increasing awareness, improving treatments, and funding research to find a cure for restless legs syndrome. Working for a better future for everyone living with RLS. 507/287-6465 2575 Rett Syndrome Research Foundation Our goal is to cure Rett Syndrome, a devastating neurological disorder that robs children of speech, motor control and hand use. Help eradicate Rett Syndrome! 513/874-3020 2133 Scholarship America Make a difference, change a life! More than financial aide, we also connect students and parents with mentoring and tutoring programs. We build strong communities.br> 800/279-2083 2576 The Seeing Eye, Inc. Breeds, trains and provides Seeing Eye dogs to blind and visually impaired people. 973/539-4425 2315 Shriners Hospitals for Children Provides free orthopaedic and burn injury care to children in need. More than 735,000 children have been helped since 1922. 800/241-4438 2577 The Skin Cancer Foundation, Inc. The only global, non-profit organization devoted to eradicating the skin cancer epidemic through public education, medical seminars and research. We promote prevention, early detection, treatment. 212/725-5176 2578 Society for the Advancement of Women’s Health Research Improving women's health through advocacy, education and research by advancing the study of differences between the sexes affecting the prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease. 202/223-8224 1685 Solar Electric Light Fund SELF brings solar power and wireless communications to the developing world-enhancing healthcare, education, small businesses, water pumping and purification, all while combating global warming! 202/234-7265 2579 Southeastern Guide Dogs, Inc. Our mission is to offer, free of charge, independent travel with safety and dignity to blind men and women through professionally trained guide dogs. 800/944-3647 1612 Special Olympics, Inc. Provides year-round sports training and competition for people with intellectual disabilities. Improves physical fitness and motor skills. Increases self-confidence, self-image and friendships. Empowers individuals. 800/700-8585 2526 St. Baldrick’s Foundation, Inc. Kids fighting cancer lose more than their hair; our volunteers shave in solidarity, raising funds for a cure. Now you can support lifesaving research, too. 888/899-BALD 2462 Starkey Hearing Foundation Provides hearing aids, batteries, research and training to improve the lives of low-income hearing impaired children and adults in the USA and throughout the world. 866/354-3254 1788 Stroke/Brain Injury Communication Disorders Foundation Asphasia, a language-processing disorder, results from stroke or brain injury. Response Center, website, support groups, newsletter, professional volunteers help people get on with their lives. 800/922-4622 1610 Surgical Eye Expeditions International The Gift of Sight! Help ophthalmologists restore sight around the world. Eye surgeons volunteer to fly to remote regions performing free surgery for the blind. 805/963-3303 2580 TMJ Association, Ltd. Improving the care and treatment of those affected by TMJ diseases and disorders through fostering research and education, with the goal of preventing these problems. 262/432-0350 1497 Trickle Up Program, Inc. Through our economic empowerment model of business training, seed grants, and support service, we enable the poorest worldwide to start their own micro-enterprises. 212/255-9980 2113 United Palestinian Appeal A nonpolitical humanitarian charity supporting Palestinians in the West Bank, Gaza and refugee camps in Lebanon through health, education, community development and child sponsoring programs. 800/892-6183 2108 United States Association for United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees Provides support for the global work of the United Nations Refugee Agency (UNHCR), ensuring refugees are protected and receive basic humanitarian aid. 800/770-1100 2051 United Ukrainian American Relief Committee We provide humanitarian aid to Ukrainians through the world, distributing medical supplies, clothing, educational materials, and establishing educational and "immigrant" programs in Ukraine and USA. 215/728-1630 2052 Vegan Outreach Protects animals and the environment by spreading information about vegetarianism and veganism worldwide via distribution of our booklets, Why Vegan and Try Vegetarian. 412/968-0268 2581 Veterans of Foreign Wars Foundation Facilitating projects that improve life for veterans and military service personnel, as well as helping promote the important values of community service and patriotic education. 816/756-3390 2582 The VHL Family Alliance, Inc. The VHL gene is critical to tumor progression in many cancers. We fund VHL research and improve cancer patients' diagnosis, treatment and quality of life. 800/767-4845 2119 Water For People Without safe drinking water, people die. We support the development of sustainable clean water projects, adequate sanitation and hygiene education to impoverished people worldwide. 303/734-3490 2256 WaterPartners International Creating accessible, safe water supplies in developing countries through technical and financial support to allow people to live healthier, fuller, more productive lives. 913/312-8600 2137 Women for Women International We provide direct aid, rights awareness and leadership education, vocational skills training and income generation support to women survivors of war, conflict and civil strife. 888/504-3247 2053 World Federation for Mental Health We work to prevent mental illness, ensure proper treatment of those suffering from mental distress, and promote mental health for people all over the world. 703/838-7525 0872 World Hunger Year Fighting hunger and poverty through education, policy advocacy, and assistance to thousands of grassroots organizations promoting self-reliance. Co-founded by Harry Chapin in 1975. 212/629-8850 2318 World Learning The only nonprofit international education organization with both academic and project capabilities dedicated to promoting international education, social justice and world peace. 802/257-7751 2583 World Neighbors, Inc. Works with rural poor throughout Asia, Africa and Latin America to strengthen their capacity to solve their own problems related to hunger, poverty and disease. 800/242-6387 2319 World Society for the Protection of Animals Worldwide rescue squad criss-crosses the globe by plane, boat, and on foot to protect, rescue, and heal suffering animals. Please join us today! 800/883-9772