86 Hunger Now is a chef-curated 501c3 organization dedicated to providing chef-quality meals and educational support to those in need, particularly individuals and families who do not qualify for food stamps. The organization aims to alleviate hunger by offering meals and educational classes to help people manage their food budgets effectively.

A Bed and A Book provides families in need with beds and books for their children, ages 0-17. They work with referring agencies and community partners to ensure that children and families most in need will benefit from their services.

A Fresh Start Clt provides addiction and holistic counseling for human trafficking survivors and their children. The organization empowers survivors to break the cycle of abuse and addiction, helping them to grow, heal, and thrive together.

Aces for Autism is a not-for-profit treatment and educational center dedicated to empowering families and individuals impacted by autism to experience success from diagnosis through adulthood. The organization is founded on principles of integrity, hope, trust, respect, advocacy, compassion, faith in God, and Christian values.

Adeline’s Aid is a nonprofit agency providing love and support to high-risk pregnant mothers and families with premature babies in the NICU in the greater Charlotte, North Carolina area. The organization aims to offer extensive support and reduce stress for mothers and families during and after their hospital stay.

Adodi Southern Region is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization promoting brotherhood and spiritual well-being among same-gender-loving men of African descent.

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The AFAS Group is dedicated to supporting and promoting the arts in the local community through various initiatives and programs. They offer opportunities for artists and volunteers to engage in creative projects and community outreach.

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Alliance for Children Everywhere is dedicated to bringing vulnerable children into secure families, schools, and communities. They focus on child safety and permanency in a stable, loving family environment through programs in child welfare, family preservation, and education.

The American Wildlife Refuge is dedicated to rescuing and rehabilitating injured raptors, releasing those that can survive independently, and providing a refuge for non-releasable birds. The organization also educates the public about wild raptors in the Raleigh, NC area and beyond.

The Animal Protection Society of Person County is a non-profit organization dedicated to rescuing animals in danger and placing them in loving homes. They promote spay/neuter programs and educate the community on responsible pet ownership.

Arms Around ASD provides support and services for autistic individuals and their families in the Asheville area. The organization offers a variety of programs and activities to enhance social skills, health, and well-being.

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The Art SHAC is a creative reuse nonprofit that provides affordable, gently used art materials to the community. They promote sustainability through diverse educational programming and creative reuse.

The Raleigh Film and Art Festival is dedicated to discovering and developing independent artists and audiences. It supports and inspires independent film, theater, poetry, and visual artists from the United States and around the world.

Triad International Ballet is dedicated to bringing the beauty and grace of ballet to the community through performances and educational programs. They aim to enrich the cultural landscape by offering opportunities for people to engage with the arts.

The Ashe Humane Society is a foster home-based rescue that intakes in-danger animals from Ashe County Animal Control. They focus on spay/neuter programs and feral cat management to better serve their community.

Asheville Poverty Initiative aims to build community and educate about the realities of poverty. They focus on dismantling stereotypes and fostering mutual aid through community engagement.

Assist M.E. is a non-profit organization dedicated to enhancing lives through mobility by collecting gently used wheelchairs and other essential mobility-related medical equipment to gift to uninsured and underinsured individuals in Charlotte. Their mission is to ensure that everyone, regardless of circumstance, has access to the medical mobility equipment they need.