Global and Local Resource Links:
These are global and local websites that exist for the purpose of serving others.
- 350.org
https://350.org/
350.org is standing up to the fossil fuel industry to stop all new coal, oil and gas projects and build a clean energy future for all.
Serving: Global
- Alliance for Natural Health
https://anh-usa.org
The Alliance for Natural Health USA (ANH-USA) is committed to sustainable health, the recognition that true health requires a proactive and preventive approach that focuses on a nutrient-rich diet, proper supplementation, and limiting our exposure to toxic substances. ANH-USA is part of an international organization dedicated to promoting natural and sustainable health—and, in particular, consumer freedom of choice in healthcare—through good science and good law.
Serving: Global, GA, USA
- Christian Aid
https://www.christianaid.org/
Over 70 years ago, British and Irish church organisations set up what's now known as Christian Aid. Today, Christian Aid works globally for profound change that eradicates the causes of poverty, striving to achieve equality, dignity and justice for all, regardless of faith, race or nationality. We provide urgent, practical and effective assistance where need is greatest, tackling the effects of poverty, as well as its root causes.Christian Aid was one of the first international NGOs to work with the communities in the Amazon region. The charity has worked with local partners and social movements there for more than four decades, campaigning for the land rights of vulnerable communities. Christian Aid has launched a petition urging the UK Government to prioritise the wellbeing of people who depend on the rainforest for their survival, and to ensure that any trade and investment talks with Brazil and Bolivia safeguard communities’ rights and ecosystems.
Serving: Britain & Ireland based, Global Outreach
- ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING GROUP (EWG)
https://www.ewg.org/
Their mission is simple: To empower you with breakthrough research to make informed choices and live a healthy life in a healthy environment. At EWG, we’re immersed in the most pressing challenges of our time. The air we breathe, the food we eat, the products we put on our skin – these essentials are in danger. We're doing everything we can to protect your health and our shared environment. Want to know what's in your sunscreen? Curious about the toxic chemicals in your tap water? EWG’s consumer guides help you find the answers you need.
Serving: Washington, DC, USA
- Freedom House Free Countries and Territories
https://freedomhouse.org/countries/freedom-world/scores
Freedom House rates people’s access to political rights and civil liberties in 210 countries and territories through its annual Freedom in the World report. Individual freedoms—ranging from the right to vote to freedom of expression and equality before the law—can be affected by state or nonstate actors.
According to Freedom House, there are only eight countries in Africa that can truly be described as free – and Botswana is one of them. The other seven are: Cape Verde, Senegal, Tunisia, Ghana, Benin, Namibia and South Africa.
Serving: Individual freedoms internationally
- Global Citizen
https://www.globalcitizen.org/en/
Global Citizen is a movement of engaged citizens who are using their collective voice to end extreme poverty by 2030. On our platform, Global Citizens learn about the systemic causes of extreme poverty, take action on those issues, and earn rewards for their actions — as part of a global community committed to lasting change. Their mission is to build a movement of 100M action-taking Global Citizens to help achieve our vision of ending extreme poverty by 2030.
Serving: Global, New York, USA
- GOODNET – Gateway To Doing Good
https://www.goodnet.org/directory
Goodnet connects people around the world with opportunities for doing good - it’s that simple. Since Shari Arison founded Goodnet in 2011, their writers and editors have eyes and ears across the world of good doing - from volunteering, charity work, microfunding and creativity to green tech, water conservation, collaborative consumption and mindful living. It’s a network that empowers users to independently take positive action and amplify their goodness - anytime, anywhere and in the field of interest closest to their hearts.
Serving: Global
- Kids for Peace Global
https://kidsforpeaceglobal.org/peacefulpenpals/
Kids for Peace Global empowers and mobilizes youth to create peace through hands-on service, global friendships and thoughtful acts of kindness, including a virtual summer camp for kids.
Serving: Global
- Mercy for Animals
https://mercyforanimals.org
Mercy For Animals (MFA) is an international nonprofit animal protection organization founded in 1999 by Milo Runkle. MFA’s mission is to “prevent cruelty to farmed animals and promote compassionate food choices and policies.” MFA has conducted more than 65 investigations of factory farms and slaughterhouses, many of which have resulted in animal cruelty convictions, changes in corporate animal welfare policies, and primetime media coverage. The organization has guided many of the world’s largest food companies, including Nestlé, Perdue, and Walmart, in adopting animal welfare policies. MFA also promotes vegan eating through social media, videos, writing, and online resources.[8]
Serving: Global, NV, USA
- Real Leaders
https://real-leaders.com
Real Leaders is the world’s first sustainable business & leadership magazine. We aim to inspire better leaders for a better world; a world of far-sighted, sustainable leadership that helps find solutions to the problems that 7.5 billion people have created on a small planet. We want to ensure that the next generation of leaders, in all spheres of influence, are exposed to the best and brightest minds in the hope that they are inspired to find profitable business solutions that benefit humankind. Real Leaders advises and positions leaders to thrive in the new economy.
Serving: Global, VI, USA
- Samaritan’s Purse International
https://www.samaritanspurse.org/
After sharing the story of the Good Samaritan, Jesus said “Go and do likewise.” That is the mission of Samaritan's Purse—to follow the example of Christ by helping those in need and proclaiming the hope of the Gospel. Samaritan’s Purse is a nondenominational evangelical Christian organization providing spiritual and physical aid to hurting people around the world. Since 1970, Samaritan’s Purse has helped meet needs of people who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, disease, and famine with the purpose of sharing God’s love through His Son, Jesus Christ. The organization serves the Church worldwide to promote the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ.
Serving: Global
- Water for LIFE
https://lifetoday.org/
Faithful support of Water for LIFE since the outreach began in 2000 has helped provide more than 6200 water wells so far... The global need for water is still huge. Nearly 700 million people lack access to safe drinking water, and waterborne diseases are one of the leading causes of death for children under the age of 5. A new well providing clean water stops the cycle of death and offers a blessing that lasts a lifetime for people living in areas of need around the world.
Serving: Global Outreach
- World Central Kitchen
https://wck.org/
In 2019, WCK activated in response to 13 disasters, some of them natural, and some man-made. From serving children in the shelters on the US border with Mexico to making deliveries by lamplight to those keeping watch over beaches in Indonesia, our fight to feed the hungry has taken them to more places than they ever expected. Founder: José Andrés
Serving: Global
Holy Scripture Resources
- Free Scripture Images
https://www.scripture-images.com/
Scripture-Images.com offers a large collection of inspiring and encouraging Bible verse pictures and Bible verse images. Every verse in the Holy Bible is available on our website. Browse through all of the Bible Books and Chapters to find inspirational Bible verse images with beautiful scenic nature backgrounds.
Serving: Global Ministries
International Charities for Children
- Childfund International
https://www.childfund.org
ChildFund protects children’s well-being by strengthening relationships among children, parents, community members, local organizations, teachers and schools, governments and others. Together, we improve children’s lives — at every age, from infancy to young adulthood — with better nutrition, health, safety, education and skills so it’s possible for them to dream, achieve their potential and contribute to their communities.
Serving: Global, VA, USA
- Compassion International
https://www.compassion.com/
Do you share a birthday with a child in poverty? When you sponsor a child, you’ll be personally connected with a boy or girl who will know your name and treasure the thought that you care. By giving, your monthly support provides life-changing opportunities. Compassion child sponsorship works! Millions of children have “graduated” from program and are now responsible, fulfilled Christian adults. Allow God to work through you in the life of a child in poverty. Sponsor a child today!
Serving: International Charities for Children
- Coreluv International
https://coreluv.org/
Coreluv International's mission is to BRING THE LUV OF JESUS TO ORPHANS AROUND THE WORLD. They do this by partnering with communities and orphanages around the world. They work in impoverished areas to provide an orphan’s six basic needs (clean water, proper food, healthcare, education, job skills, and a Christ-centered loving home) and to see hope returned to children, families, and communities across nations.
Serving: International Youth
- Salesian Missions
https://salesianmissions.org
Salesian Missions purpose is to help young people break the dire chains of poverty and become self-sufficient, contributing members of society. Every day, through their loyal friendship and partnerships, Salesian Missions supports impoverished girls and boys with nowhere else to turn. Kindness and generosity provide countless children around the world the comfort of a daily meal, the security of a warm bed, and the hope for a better future through education. They recognize that people who support children truly are a “guardian angel” for children in need.
Serving: International Youth
International Compassion
- Good Shepherd India
https://gsi.org/healthcare/
Mission Statement: TO BE USED BY JESUS TO RESTORE THE GOD-GIVEN DIGNITY OF ALL INDIANS, ESPECIALLY THE POOR AND DOWNTRODDEN. Their community health workers provide basic healthcare and education for individuals across India. They go to the neediest areas in India, establishing regional medical clinics to help all in need overcome the barriers of accessibility: they welcome all those who need help, regardless of their religion, caste, ethnic background, or ability to pay. Each year, using the latest in medical technology, they impact the lives of hundreds of thousands of people through our healthcare services, and offer education and preventative care to entire villages. Individuals who need specific treatment or health testing are helped through our dozens of clinics and medical camps.
Serving: India
Lifting Up Homeless People
- City Team
https://cityteam.org/
CityTeam is founded on meeting local needs. Our programs across the United States offer help and hope to our neighbors in need with hot meals, groceries, shelter, housing and restorative programs, learning and career help, discovery Bible studies, and so much more. Each of our cities has customized programs to specifically meet the needs of their community.
Serving: San Jose, CA | San Francisco, CA | Oakland, CA | Portland, OR | Chester, PA | Felton, CA |
- The Shower of Hope
https://theshowerofhope.org/
Together, with community support, The Shower of Hope created the largest mobile showers and community engagement operations in Los Angeles.
Serving: Los Angeles, CA
- Beautiful Day
https://beautifulday.org/
Serving the needs of Santa Clara County through acts of compassion. Beautiful day is usually scheduled around the end of October.
Serving: South SF Bay Area, CA, USA
- California Safari
http://californiasafari.com/
California Safari is an innovative leadership travel adventure for teens that helps students with an interest in understanding American business principles, economic ideas, and values and practices of innovators with a historical and comparative perspective. Students will learn about the invention of the internet from those whoe were there when it was created, in the same buildings where it was nurtured and first introduced to the world. Learning from the very best teachers, and using important elements of American innovation, California Safari participants will consider potential solutions for the problems facing the world, and what they can do about it in their lifetime. Students will explore Silicon Valley and Hollywood. SILICON VALLEY: Spend two exciting weeks, first in Silicon Valley, then in Southern California, getting an authentic taste of the global innovation coming alive in California. Get a firsthand look at four of the top 12 universities in the world: Stanford University, The University of California at Berkeley (CAL), The University of Los Angeles (UCLA) and The University of Southern California (USC), and a bonus: Loyola Marymount University in Silicon Beach. HOLLYWOOD: Create life-long bonds with other high school and college-aged Safari mates from around the world. Have an adventure learning about innovation and entrepreneurship in the tech and entertainment capital of the world, Los Angeles. Once on your Safari, you will be on an innovative leadership adventure of a lifetime!
Serving: California, USA
- Change Please
https://www.changeplease.org/
Change Please believes that the UK'S love of coffee is so strong - it could be just what we need to end homelessness once and for all. The average Londoner treats themselves to two cups every single day. Demand is rising – by the end of the decade the number of UK coffee outlets is set to hit 21,000, creating over 100,000 jobs. Despite this, the industry is facing a huge skills shortage, not just in the UK, but around the world. If (Change Please helped) the homeless community addressed this shortage - homelessness could become a thing of the past. Change Please is empowering the homeless community by training them to be baristas. We provide full barista training, jobs paying London Living Wage and support with housing, bank accounts and mental wellbeing.
Serving: UK
- Epic Girl
https://www.epicgirl.net/
Epic Girl Exists To Empower Girls To Reach Their Full Potential Through Educational Programs, Mentoring, Counseling, And Community Activities. They Focus On Defining Our Past And Recognizing How It Can Shape Us But Not Allowing It To Define Our Future. At Epic Girl, They Believe Every Girl Is One Meaningful Connection Away From Becoming The Hero They Are Meant To Be.
Serving: Nashville, TN, USA
- Green Foothills
https://www.greenfoothills.org
Their mission is to protect the open spaces, farmlands, and natural resources of San Mateo and Santa Clara counties in California, USA, through advocacy, education, and grassroots action. They want to achieve longstanding victories, not just immediate successes, and have concrete goals for each of our areas of work. They vigilantly monitor local land use issues and take action when they have the opportunity to move closer to achieving meaningful victories. With changing climate, predicted extreme weather events and limits on our planet’s natural resources, a consistent voice for healthy, working ecosystems may be our best investment in the future.
Serving: South SF Bay Area, CA, USA
- Help Rope
https://www.helprope.org/
Help Rope is on a mission to build an organized accessible safety net for individuals in capitalistic societies starting with our home in the USA. Starting by consistently providing food for local hungry around the 94538 zip code, they hope to scale into a decentralized non-profit form of UBI. Thanks to recent food waste reduction initiatives, they are proud to be able to provide free dinners for anyone in driving distance of 94538 through a simple proceess: 1) Login every day before 11am. 2) Request a Meal. 3) Pick up your meal between 7 and 9 pm, daily.
Serving: South SF Bay Area, CA, USA
- Koinonia Conference Grounds
http://www.koinoniaconferencegrounds.org/
Outdoor conference area and camping grounds for science camp, outdoor adventures, and exciting nature based learning. Check out a video tour. The Santa Cruz Science Camp is located there.
Serving: South SF Bay Area, CA, USA
- LaundryCares Foundation
https://laundrycares.org/
The mission of the foundation is to provide laundry services and education to those in need. The LaundryCares Foundation was created by the Coin Laundry Association and has a long-standing history of supporting the self-service laundry industry. Members band together and offer support to those who have supported their businesses. On their website, you can search for open laundromats in disaster affected areas.
Serving: USA Local: TX, LA, FL, GA, NC, SC
- National Holistic Institute – A College of Massage Therapy
https://nhi.edu/
The National Holistic Institute Massage Schools is one of the most established and respected massage therapy schools in the nation. They live and breathe their mission of helping people have work they love.
Serving: South SF Bay Area, CA, USA
- Our City Forest
http://www.ourcityforest.org/home-programs
Our City Forest programs TEACH OUR SCHOOLS and COMMUNITY everything they need to know about growing and caring for our urban forest. Our CERTIFIED ARBORISTS and TREE EXPERTS teach proper planting and care so the community can grow trees for generations. Every planted tree has a Steward to ensure it is cared for for the first 3 years of life. Our expert staff and arborists help residents choose the appropriate tree for their homes, schools, and parks. Trees are important for a healthy city, but so are native and drought-tolerant shrubs for the understory. Our City Forest programs serve Santa Clara County residents.
Serving: South SF Bay Area, CA, USA
Love-based Healing
- Holy Bible Resources
https://www.syncvibrations.com/bible-resources/
A selection of bible website resources that you may find beneficial.
Serving: Synchronous Vibrations Website
- MIR-Method ® Self Healing to be used at Home
https://www.mirmethod.com/
>What is the MIR-Method®? The name ‘MIR’ stands for Mental and Intuitive Reset. The MIR-Method is a unique self healing method, which is a gift from Mireille Mettes to every single person in the world. It is meant for people with emotional and/or physical complaints who would like to do something about it by themselves. This is because the method activates the self-healing powers of your body. It takes only 2x 2 minutes a day and best of all, it is totally free.
Serving: Online Resource
- Trilogy Free Training
https://www.dralexanderloyd.com/trilogy-free-training
By Dr Alex Loyd, the Trilogy Free Training combines the top energy medicine and energy psychology tools in the world to address issues in body, mind, and spirit. In this introduction to the Trilogy method will provide you with a free video guide to this revolutionary 3 minute process.
Serving: Website
- World Sound Healing Day
https://www.worldsoundhealingday.org/
Join thousands throughout the planet for the Annual World Sound Healing Day on February 14 (Valentine's Day) at 12 noon (local time in your time zone) each year, sound forth for 5 minutes (or more) with the “AH” sound or "OM" sound or other positive vibration that is created and projected with the energy of compassion and love, sending a sonic valentine to Gaia, our Mother Earth. The vibratory effect as humans sound together for Global Harmonization is planetary peace, healing and collective love.
Serving: Online Resource
- Medical Medium
https://www.medicalmedium.com/
Anthony William, the Medical Medium, is also the originator of the Global Celery Juice Movement. Millions of people are healing thanks to drinking 16 ounces of straight celery juice on an empty stomach every day – a specific healing practice that Anthony has been recommending since he was a child in 1975. With the release of his four bestselling books, all of which include information about the undiscovered healing properties of celery juice, millions of people have now tried celery juice and found it to offer them improvement, relief and healing from all kinds of acute and chronic illnesses and symptoms.
Serving: Internal Medicine Healing
Nature Restoration Global
- Amazon Conservation Team
https://www.amazonteam.org/
The Amazon Conservation Team works hand-in-hand with indigenous and other local people to apply the power of innovation and time-tested traditional practices to protect the forests and watersheds of tropical America, the Amazon Rainforest. As of 2020, they have been in existence for 24, helped indigenous reserve expansions and creation of 1.9 million acres of land, and partnered with 78 partner communities. They are on the front lines of conservation, protecting the forest and protecting the future. Our related article on The Amazon Conservation Team.
Serving: Global
- One Tree Planted
https://onetreeplanted.org
One Tree Planted is a 501 charity with a mission to help global reforestation efforts. The organization is built on a network of individuals, businesses, and schools who either donate monetarily or volunteer to help plant trees around the world.
Serving: Global
Prayer Call Center
- Bill Winston Ministries Prayer Call Center
https://prayer.billwinston.org
Bill Winston Ministries’ state-of-the-art Prayer Call Center is staffed with loving, highly-trained Prayer Ministers who are available Monday – Friday, 8am – 8pm cst. and Saturdays, 9am – 5pm cst. to agree with you in prayer for manifestation of God’s promises in your life. Our team of Prayer Ministers are ready to pray with you, so call now! +1-877-543-9443. Drs. Bill Winston and Veronica Winston are dedicated to seeing lives changed through the power of prayer. As Dr. Veronica Winston says in her book, the World Prayer Guide, “God is not a respecter of persons…our prayers can produce results!”
Serving: USA and International at BWM Prayer Call Center: +1-877-543-9443
- Joel Osteen Ministries Prayer Center
https://www.joelosteen.com/community
The Bible says the prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective, yet something extraordinary happens when two or more agree together in prayer. In Matt. 18:19, Jesus said, “If any two of you agree touching any matter on this earth, it shall be done.” Post your prayer request below and believe that God is going to move mightily in your life as others from around the world pray in agreement with your request! You can also contact one of our telephone prayer partners directly in the US at +1-713-491-1283 or toll-free at +1-888-567-5635.
Serving: USA and International at JOM Prayer Call Center: +1-888-567-5635
- Kenneth Copeland Ministries Prayer Call Center
https://www.kcm.org/prayer-request
Kenneth Copeland Ministries' mission is to minister the Word of Faith, by teaching believers who they are in Christ Jesus; taking them from the milk of the Word to the meat, and from religion to reality. As always, if you need a partner to agree with you in prayer, please call our prayer ministers at 1-817-852-6000 or submit a prayer request. Any day of the year, we're here for you!
Serving: USA and International at JCM Prayer Call Center: +1-817-852-6000
Volunteering
- Ready To Care
http://Imreadytocare.com
Ready To Care believes the power of “we” is greater than “me.” Together, through understanding and simple acts, Ready To Care is working to expand the world’s capacity to care for older adults. Simple but caring actions, like going out of your way to say hello, can make a big difference in a senior’s life. Check out options to volunteer.
Serving: Volunteering
- Volunteer Match
https://www.volunteermatch.org/
VolunteerMatch is the largest network in the nonprofit world, with the most volunteers, nonprofits and opportunities to make a difference.
Serving: USA, HQ: Oakland, CA, USA
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