American Council of the Blind

The American Council of the Blind is the nation's leading membership organization of blind and visually impaired people. American Council of the Blind
1155 15th Street NW,
Suite 1004,
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: (202) 467-5081   or toll free: (800) 424-8666
Fax: (202) 467-5085

http://www.acb.org/ 

American Diabetes Association

The American Diabetes Association is leading the fight against the deadly consequences of diabetes and fighting for those affected by diabetes. The Association funds research to prevent, cure and manage diabetes; delivers services to hundreds of communities; provides objective and credible information; and gives voice to those denied their rights because of diabetes. Founded in 1940, our mission is to prevent and cure diabetes and to improve the lives of all people affected by diabetes. For more information please call the American Diabetes Association at 1-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383) or visit www.diabetes.org.

ATTN: National Call Center
1701 North Beauregard Street
Alexandria, VA 223111-800-DIABETES (1-800-342-2383). 

American Foundation for the Blind

American Health Assistance Foundation

The American Health Assistance Foundation (AHAF) is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that funds research seeking cures for Alzheimer’s disease, age-related macular degeneration and glaucoma, and provides the public with information about risk factors, preventative lifestyles, available treatments and coping strategies.American Health Assistance Foundation
22512 Gateway Center Drive
Clarksburg, Maryland 20871Telephone: (800) 437-2423
FAX: (301) 948-4403 

American Heart Association / American Stroke Association

The American Heart Association is a national voluntary health agency whose mission is: "Building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. The association's impact goal is to reduce coronary heart disease, stroke and risk by 25 percent by 2010. Progress toward the goal will be measured according to these indicators:Reduce the death rate from coronary heart disease and stroke by 25 percent.  Reduce the prevalence of smoking, high blood cholesterol and physical inactivity by 25 percent. Reduce the rate of uncontrolled high blood pressure by 25 percent.  Eliminate the growth of obesity and diabetes. American Heart Association               
National Center                                   
7272 Greenville Avenue                      
Dallas TX 75231                                 

AHA: 1-800-AHA-USA-1                      
or 1-800-242-8721                               

American Stroke Assoc

National Center 

7272 Greenville Avenue

Dallas, TX 75231   

ASA: 1-888-4-STROKE

or 1-888-478-7653 

American Lung Association

The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives, improve lung health and prevent lung disease. With your generous support, the American Lung Association is “Fighting for Air” through research, education and advocacy. For more information about the American Lung Association, a Charity Navigator Four Star Charity and holder of the Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Guide Seal, or to support the work it does, call 1-800-LUNG-USA (1-800-586-4872) or visit www.lungusa.org.

The American Lung Association
61 Broadway, 6th Floor
NY, NY 100061-800-LUNGUSA. 

American Parkinson Disease Association

Arthritis Foundation

The Arthritis Foundation is the only national not-for-profit organization that supports the more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions.  Founded in 1948, with headquarters in Atlanta, the Arthritis Foundation has multiple service points located throughout the country. The Arthritis Foundation is the largest private, not-for-profit contributor to arthritis research in the world, funding more than $380 million in research grants since 1948. The foundation helps people take control of arthritis by providing public health education; pursuing public policy and legislation; and conducting evidence-based programs to improve the quality of life for those living with arthritis.Arthritis Foundation
P.O. Box 7669
Atlanta, GA 30357-0669800-283-7800    

Breast Cancer Research Foundation

The Breast Cancer Research Foundation is an independent 501 (c) (3) not-for-profit organization whose mission is to achieve prevention and a cure for breast cancer in our lifetime by providing critical funding for innovative clinical and translational research at leading medical centers worldwide, and increasing public awareness about good breast health.

It is estimated by the American Cancer Society that in 2008 about 182,460 new cases of invasive breast cancer will be diagnosed among women in the United States. At this time there are about 2.5 million breast cancer survivors in the United States.

The Breast Cancer Research Foundation
60 East 56th Street
8th floor
New York, N.Y. 100221-866-FIND-A-CURE (346-3228)http://www.bcrfcure.org/ 

Catholic Charities

The mission of Catholic Charities USA is to exercise leadership in assisting its membership, particularly the diocesan Catholic Charities agencies and supporting group members, in their mission of service, advocacy and convening. Catholic Charities USASixty-Six Canal Center Plaza
Suite 600
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
Phone: (703) 549-1390
Fax: (703) 549-1656

http://www.catholiccharitiesusa.org/ 

Coalition For The Homeless

Diabetes Action Research & Education Foundation

Diabetes Action Research and Education Foundation
426 "C" Street, NE
Washington, DC 20002

Phone: 202-333-4520

Fax: 202-558-5240

http://www.diabetesaction.org

Diabetes Research & Wellness Foundation

DRWF is a 501c3 non-profit organization.  Their mission is to help find the cure for diabetes and until that goal is achieved, to provide the care needed to combat the detrimental and life-threatening complications of this terrible disease.  Since their inception in 1993 they have awarded more $25 million in research and educational grants for the cure to world-renowned clinics, hospitals and institutions.Diabetes Research & Wellness Foundation
Executive Offices
5151 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Suite 420,
Washington, DC 20016
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Telephone: 202-298-9211
Fax: 202-244-4999

http://www.diabeteswellness.net/ 

Faith-Based Organizations

Below is a listing of different websites where you can find local faith-based organizations that can cover offer services at the grassroots level. 

http://www.churchangel.com/welcome.htm http://www.worshipquest.org/

http://www.churchangel.com http://www.hadassah.org/default2.asp 

http://www.churchusatoday.com/listing.shtml 

Feeding America

If you need food, Feeding America will help you locate emergnecy food assistance services in your area.  Every food recipient is treated with dignity and respect.  The call is free.  The food is free. Please note that many food banks do not provide direct food assistance to families and individuals, but do provide food to soup kitchens, food pantries and shelters. Your local food bank can refer you to soup kitchens and food pantries in your area. These community agencies provide direct food assistance.35 East Wacker Drive, Suite 2000
Chicago, IL 60601
Tel: 800.771.2303
Fax: 312.263.2656

http://feedingamerica.org/ 

Goodwill Industries

Goodwill Industries is North America’s leading nonprofit provider of education, training, and career services for people with disadvantages, such as welfare dependency, homelessness, and lack of education or work experience, as well as those with physical, mental and emotional disabilities. Last year, local Goodwill’s collectively provided employment and training services to more than 1.1 million individuals. 

You can contact them at www.goodwill.org and you can shop at www.shopgoodwill.com.  More than 84 percent of Goodwill’s total revenues are used to fund education and career services, and other critical community programs. 

Goodwill Industries International

15810 Indianola Dr

Rockville, MD 20855

800-741-0186

HearingLoss.org

The Hearing Loss Association of America (HLAA) is the nation’s leading organization representing people with hearing loss. In the United States, 31.5 million people (one in ten) have a hearing loss making it a public health issue third in line after heart disease and arthritis.

HLAA provides assistance and resources for people with hearing loss and their families to learn how to adjust to living with hearing loss. HLAA is working to eradicate the stigma associated with hearing loss and raise public awareness about the need for prevention and the importance of regular hearing screenings throughout life

www.hearingloss.org

Phone - (301) 657-2248

Fax - (301) 913-9413 

Leukemia and Lymphoma Society

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is the world's largest voluntary health organization dedicated to funding blood cancer research, education and patient services.

The mission of LLS is to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. Since its founding in 1949, LLS has invested more than $600 million for research specifically targeting blood cancers.

333 E Carson St # 441
Pittsburgh, PA 15219
(412) 395-2873

(800) 955-4572 

Lions Clubs

To access a local club and any help that they may offer, go to www.LionsClubs.org and click on the ‘Find A Club Near You’.  Agree to the terms of use and then select ‘Search by State/Province’.  Select Your State and then the town you live in to get the list of local clubs. 

Meals-On-Wheels

The Meals On Wheels Association of America (MOWAA) is the oldest and largest organization in the United States representing those who provide meal services to people in need.  MOWAA works toward the social, physical, nutritional, and economic betterment of vulnerable Americans. The Meals On Wheels Association of America provides the tools and information its programs need to make a difference in the lives of others

203 S. Union Street

Alexandria, Virginia 22314

Phone: 703.548.5558

Fax: 703.548.8024

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National Alliance to End Homelessness

National Association for the Terminally Ill

The National Association for the Terminally Ill helps children and families of those suffering from a terminal illness. To be eligible for this service, a person must be diagnosed with a terminal illness with a life expectancy of 6 months or less. Financial assistance may include, but is not limited to: --Telephone bills
--Home/auto repairs
--Electric bills
--Rent/mortgage
--Grocery vouchers
--Medications

National Association For The Terminally Ill  

P. O. Box 368   Shelbyville, KY 40066   

Free: 866-668-1724     Fax: 502-633-6163

http://terminallyill.org/ 

National Council on Aging

The National Council on Aging is a non-profit service and advocacy organization headquartered in Washington, DC. NCOA is a national voice for older Americans - especially those who are vulnerable and disadvantaged - and the community organizations that serve them. It brings together non-profit organizations, businesses and government to develop creative solutions that improve the lives of all older adults. NCOA works with thousands of organizations across the country to help seniors live independently, find jobs and benefits, improve their health, and remain active in their communities.

1901 L Street, N.W.
4th floor
Washington, D.C. 20036

Phone: 202-479-1200
Fax: 202-479-0735
TDD: 202-479-6674 

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New Eyes For The Needy

Can you imagine if you or a family member needed eyeglasses but you couldn't afford to buy them? Could you read? Could you hold a job? Could your children do their school work.

Last year, New Eyes for the Needy provided new prescription eyeglasses to 5,945 people in the United States. These individuals live in all parts of the country. They are children, the elderly, and the working poor who are desperately trying to make ends meet.  

Without the help of New Eyes, these people would have to choose between purchasing food, medicine, and clothes - or buying prescription eyeglasses at an average cost of $250.

Prevent Blindness America / National Society to Prevent Blindness

Since 1908, Prevent Blindness America has been the nation's leading volunteer eye health and safety organization with the sole mission of preventing blindness and preserving sight.211 West Wacker Drive
Suite 1700
Chicago, Illinois 60606

1-800-331-2020 

http://www.preventblindness.org/ 

Prostate Cancer Foundation

The Prostate Cancer Foundation (PCF) was founded in 1993 to find better treatments and a cure for recurrent prostate cancer. Through its unique model for soliciting and selecting promising research programs and rapid deployment of resources, the PCF has funded more than 1,500 programs at nearly 200 research centers in 20 countries around the world.  

Prostate Cancer Foundation
1250 Fourth Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401

1-800-757-2873

http://www.prostatecancerfoundation.org/ 

Salvation Army

Every day of the year, The Salvation Army offers help and hope to thousands of people.  From the victims of disaster, addiction and homelessness to youth, families and senior citizens.

The Salvation Army National Headquarters
615 Slaters Lane
P.O. Box 269
Alexandria, VA 22313 

1-800-728-7825

http://www.salvationarmyusa.org