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5 Nonprofits Setting the Bar for Biology and Life Sciences

We can’t even begin to understand all the complexities of the natural world. However, with many tools and resources, we can have a small glimpse into the importance of our biological diversity and the role we play in the grand scheme. We rely on research in order to be able to preserve our beautiful natural environments and to better understand our own species in relation to our surroundings. 

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Change the World with Reading: 6 Organizations Helping Children Across the Globe Improve Their Literacy

Did you know that students who don’t know how to read at a proficient level by third grade are four times more likely to drop out of school? High school dropouts are more likely to be arrested, become pregnant as teenagers, and have a hard time finding steady employment. Organizations that work to improve reading skills among young children help the community in more ways than just being able to pick up good books. The more literate a student is, the better chances they have in many different aspects of life. Incarceration rates are lowered and graduation changes are higher. Plus, aside from reading, the programs offer children the chance to have additional adult support and mentorship.

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Organizations Dedicated to Bringing People Together

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The United States of America is a melting pot of diverse backgrounds, religions, and cultures, and that diversity is one of the most beautiful things about this country. Many communities have a group that is dedicated to bringing people together to learn more about their neighbors, since bringing people together to celebrate their differences also helps them learn about all their similarities.

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Five of the Top Nonprofit Organizations Dedicated to Family Planning Around the World

All over the world, there are large gaps in family-planning needs. In so many countries, women and families do not have access to the appropriate health care. The World Health Organization reports that of the 1.9 billion women of reproductive age worldwide, 270 million have an unmet need for contraception and family planning resources. The use of contraception prevents pregnancy-related health risks and reduces the infant mortality rate by spacing out the timing of the births by more than two years.

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Philanthropy Nonprofits You Should Check Out

Philanthropy nonprofits dedicate their time and resources to providing economic as well as other support to a variety of groups and causes. These groups often work toward providing grants and programs to better the lives of certain groups that need additional support. Here are a few of the top philanthropy nonprofits that you should check out.

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Children’s Rights Organizations Making a Difference

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Children around the world have the same rights as adults: safety, security, shelter, education, healthcare, and equality. Nonprofit organizations work in countries around the globe to protect the rights of children. Consider donating to or volunteer with these nonprofits dedicated to preserving and protecting children’s rights.

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Congratulations to Our 2020 Top-Rated Nonprofits!

Dear Nonprofit,

Congratulations! You’re a winner of the 2020 GreatNonprofits Top-Rated Award. Your volunteers, donors, and community have spoken—and selected you because of the difference you’ve made in their lives and others’. See the list of winners here.

Record Number of Top-Rated Nonprofits

We’re proud to announce that this year, 2,432 nonprofits received a Top-Rated award, a new record. This demonstrates that despite the many challenges we’ve all faced this year, nonprofits can rise to the occasion and continue to provide vital services, benefits, and care to their communities.

Wear Your Badge Proudly

Let your donors, volunteers, and community know that you’re a 2020 Top-Rated Nonprofit! You worked hard to serve your community all year, and now it’s time to showcase your well-earned recognition. Include your Top-Rated badge on your website, fundraising letters, and social media to proudly show the impact that you’ve had on the community.

Share Your Story on Social Media

For #GivingTuesday and throughout the holiday season, post inspirational stories from your GreatNonprofits page. For tips and ideas on how to share these stories, check out our 2020 Top-Rated Award Toolkit. Spreading the word increases pride in your community and encourages potential donors and volunteers to contribute to the work you’re doing.

Thank You for All You Do

There wouldn’t be Top-Rated Awards if there weren’t Top-Rated nonprofits. Thank you for all of the time, energy, and resources you spend making the world a better place.

Sincerely,

The GreatNonprofits Team

Child Abuse Prevention Top-Rated Organizations

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Child abuse in the United States continues to be a devastating issue for many children. While the nation has seen a dramatic decrease in the number of child neglect and abuse cases since the 1990s, there are still many children who face abuse, neglect, and mistreatment every day.

These top-rated child abuse prevention organizations are working to protect children, educate adults and caretakers, and end child abuse for good.

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5 Christmas Charities Making the World a Better Place

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Christmastime should be a time of joy. But for many families, the holidays are anything but cheerful. Around the world, people struggle to keep a roof over their heads and food in their bellies. Granting Christmas wishes for their children seems impossible. However, charities like those below are sharing the Christmas spirit with those who otherwise would go without.

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7 Year-End Fundraising Ideas During COVID-19

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Nonprofit organizations are anything but immune from COVID-19’s financial fallout. Giving was down 6% in the first quarter this year, potentially costing nonprofits billions in annual donations. And while many areas have seen donations stabilize over the summer months, an end-of-year giving campaign will be especially important this year.

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