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AIDS Programs of the National Minority AIDS Council NMAC (formerly National Minority AIDS Council) leads with race to urgently fight for health equity and racial justice to end the HIV epidemic in America.
https://www.nmac.org

ALS Association The ALS Association leads the fight against Lou Gehrig’s Disease through research, advocacy and compassionate care and support of people with ALS and their families.
https://www.als.org

ALS Association, DC/MD/VA Improve quality of life for people living with ALS, commonly known as Lou Gehrig’s disease, and their families, by providing free care services.
https://www.als.org/dc-md-va

Alzheimer’s Association, Central and Western Virginia Chapter The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care and support and the largest private, nonprofit funder of Alzheimer’s research.
http://www.alz.org/cwva

Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Maryland Chapter The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care and support and the largest private, nonprofit funder of Alzheimer’s research.
http://www.alz.org/maryland

Alzheimer’s Association, Greater Richmond Chapter The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care and support and the largest private, nonprofit funder of Alzheimer’s research.
http://www.alz.org/grva

Alzheimer’s Association, National Capital Area Chapter The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care and support and the largest private, nonprofit funder of Alzheimer’s research.
http://www.alz.org/nca

Alzheimer’s Association, Southeastern Virginia Chapter The Alzheimer’s Association is the leading voluntary health organization in Alzheimer’s care and support and the largest private, nonprofit funder of Alzheimer’s research.
http://www.alz.org/seva

American Cancer Society, Baltimore We are accelerating progress against cancer in every community by saving lives, helping those touched by cancer, and empowering people to fight back against cancer.
http://www.cancer.org

American Cancer Society, Cancer Advocacy Network District of Columbia In addition to breakthrough research, we provide patients free rides to their treatments, free lodging at one of our 33+ Hope Lodges and 24/7 live support.
https://www.cancer.org

American Cancer Society, Richmond In addition to breakthrough research, we provide patients free rides to their treatments, free lodging at one of our 33+ Hope Lodges and 24/7 live support.
https://www.cancer.org

American Council of the Blind Our mission is to increase the independence, security, equality of opportunity, and quality of life for all blind and visually impaired people.
https://www.acb.org

American Diabetes Association Committed to finding a cure for diabetes, improving care, and providing information and support to help fight diabetes through research, community programs and advocacy.
http://www.diabetes.org

American Diabetes Association, Virginia, Chesapeake Committed to finding a cure for diabetes, improving care and providing information and support to help Stop Diabetes® through research, community programs and advocacy.
http://www.diabetes.org

American Heart Association, Eastern States Affiliate, Maryland, Baltimore To be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives through research, training, advocacy, community services and public, patient and professional education.
https://www.heart.org/maryland

American Heart Association, Eastern States Affiliate, Virginia, Glen Allen To be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives through research, training, advocacy, community services and public, patient and professional education.
https://www.heart.org/richmond

American Heart Association, Eastern States Affiliate, Virginia, Roanoke To be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives through research, training, advocacy, community services and public, patient and professional education.
https://www.heart.org/roanoke

American Heart Association, Eastern States Affiliate, Virginia, Virginia Beach To be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives through research, training, advocacy, community services and public, patient and professional education.
https://www.heart.org/hamptonroads

American Kidney Fund We fight kidney disease on all fronts by addressing education, advocacy, financial assistance, prevention, research, spending 97 cents of every donated dollar on programs.
https://www.kidneyfund.org

American Lung Association in the District of Columbia Serving the Mid-Atlantic Region our mission is to save lives by improving long health and preventing lung disease through programs, research, education, advocacy.
http://www.lung.org

Arthritis Foundation, Mid-Atlantic Region, Maryland, Bethesda The Arthritis Foundation is the champion of Yes. The Foundation helps conquer battles through life-changing information and resources, access to care and advancements in science.
http://www.arthritis.org

Arthritis Foundation, Mid-Atlantic Region, Maryland, Columbia The Arthritis Foundation is the champion of Yes. The Foundation helps conquer battles through life-changing information and resources, access to care and advancements in science.
http://www.arthritis.org

Arthritis Foundation, Mid-Atlantic Region, Virginia The Arthritis Foundation is the champion of Yes. The Foundation helps conquer battles through life-changing information and resources, access to care and advancements in science.
http://www.arthritis.org

Autism Speaks Promotes lifelong solutions for needs of individuals with autism and families through advocacy/support, increasing ASD acceptance and advancing research into causes and better interventions.
http://www.autismspeaks.org

Autism Speaks, National Capital Area We fund biomedical research into the causes, prevention, treatments and cure for autism spectrum disorders; increase awareness; and advocate for the needs of affected families.
http://www.autismspeaks.org

Baptist World Alliance A network in 130 countries and territories, that cares for the hungry and homeless, as well as defending and advancing an ethic of justice.
http://www.baptistworld.org

Breakthrough T1D, Mid-Atlantic Chapter Breakthrough T1D is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. Our mission is to cure, prevent and treat T1D and its complications.
https://www.breakthrought1d.org/

Cancer Research America – NFCR Dedicated to providing scientists the funding they need to make game-changing discoveries in cancer treatments, detection and ultimately, a cure for all types of cancer.
https://www.nfcr.org/

Care Net Care Net offers compassion, hope, and help to women and men considering abortion by presenting realistic alternatives and Christ-centered support through our life-affirming network.
https://www.care-net.org

CHC: Creating Healthier Communities Building partnerships to address health inequity by fostering trusted community engagement, offering programs and services, and fundraising to support communities where everyone can thrive.
http://www.CHCimpact.org

Children’s Cancer Cause We are the leading national advocacy organization working to achieve access better pediatric cancer treatment, more research; and addressing unique needs of childhood cancer survivors.
https://www.childrenscancercause.org/

Children’s National Hospital Foundation As the nation’s children’s hospital, the mission of Children’s National is to excel in Care, Advocacy, Research and Education.
https://childrensnational.org/

Colorectal Cancer Alliance The Alliance provides support for all individuals navigating colorectal cancer, raises awareness of preventive measures; and funds research to end colorectal cancer in our lifetime.
http://www.ccalliance.org

Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, Washington DC/Maryland/Virginia Chapter Our mission is to cure Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, and to improve the quality of life of children and adults affected by these diseases.
http://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation The mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is to cure cystic fibrosis and provide all people with CF the opportunity to lead full, productive lives.
http://www.cff.org

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Maryland Chapter The mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is to cure cystic fibrosis and provide all people with CF the opportunity to lead full, productive lives.
http://www.cff.org/Maryland

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Metropolitan Washington DC Chapter The mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is to cure cystic fibrosis and provide all people with CF the opportunity to lead full, productive lives.
http://www.cff.org/MetroDC

Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Virginia Chapter The mission of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is to cure cystic fibrosis and provide all people with CF the opportunity to lead full, productive lives.
http://www.cff.org/virginia

Epilepsy Foundation Epilepsy Foundation’s mission: stop seizures and SUDEP, find a cure, and overcome challenges created by epilepsy through education, advocacy, and research to accelerate new therapies.
https://www.epilepsy.com

Epilepsy Foundation Maryland Epilepsy Foundation’s mission: stop seizures and SUDEP, find a cure and overcome challenges created by epilepsy through education, advocacy and research to accelerate new therapies.
https://www.epilepsy.com

Epilepsy Foundation Metro DC Epilepsy Foundation’s mission: stop seizures and SUDEP, find a cure and overcome challenges created by epilepsy through education, advocacy and research to accelerate new therapies.
https://epilepsywdc.org/

Epilepsy Foundation of Virginia, Charlottesville This statewide affiliate provides training to Virginia professionals about seizures, patient services such as medication assistance, and public education to dispel the myths surrounding epilepsy.
http://www.epilepsyva.com

Epilepsy Foundation of Virginia, Midlothian This statewide affiliate provides training to Virginia professionals about seizures, patient services such as medication assistance, and public education to dispel the myths surrounding epilepsy.
http://www.epilepsyva.com

Epilepsy Foundation of Virginia, Virginia Beach This statewide affiliate provides training to Virginia professionals about seizures, patient services such as medication assistance, and public education to dispel the myths surrounding epilepsy.
http://www.epilepsyva.com

Fisher House Foundation Fisher Houses provide military families housing close to a loved one during hospitalization for an illness, disease, or injury.
https://www.fisherhouse.org

Hospice & Palliative Care Network of Maryland The Network, through public and professional education and legislative advocacy promotes access to quality patient centered end-of-life care services.
https://www.hnmd.org

International Justice Mission We are a global organization that protects people in poverty from violence. IJM partners with local authorities in 31 program offices in 16 countries to combat slavery, violence against women and children, and police abuse of power.
https://www.ijm.org

Lamaze International The nation’s leading childbirth education organization, Lamaze International promotes safe and healthy birth practices through evidence-based education and advocacy to reduce maternal health complications.
https://www.lamaze.org/

Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Mid-Atlantic Region, Alexandria Market The mission of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.
https://www.lls.org/mid-at

Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Mid-Atlantic Region, Baltimore Market The mission of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.
https://www.lls.org/mid-at

Lupus Foundation of America LFA is the only national force fighting to solve the cruel mystery of lupus while giving caring support to those who suffer from its impact.
http://www.lupus.org

Make-A-Wish Foundation of Greater Virginia Make-A-Wish Greater Virginia grants life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses. We are dedicated to making every eligible child’s wish come true.
http://www.va.wish.org

March of Dimes March of Dimes fights for the health of moms and babies. We support research, lead programs, and provide education and advocacy to support every baby.
https://www.marchofdimes.org

Mental Health America (formerly National Mental Health Association) Mental Health America is the nation’s leading community-based non-profit dedicated to helping all people achieve wellness by living mentally healthier lives.
https://mhanational.org

Mental Health America of Virginia To educate, empower, and advocate to improve the mental health of all Virginians. Services include a peer-run support line,  recovery trainings, public awareness.
http://www.mhav.org

Mental Health Association of Maryland For more than 100 years, the Mental Health Association of Maryland has worked to address the mental health needs of Marylanders of all ages, particularly those disadvantaged and marginalized. We are committed to every Marylander’s fundamental right care.
http://www.mhamd.org

Mission of Mercy, Maryland Free healthcare, dental care, lab, x-ray and medications to the uninsured using volunteer healthcare professionals operating from mobile medical and dental clinics.
http://www.amissionofmercy.org/Maryland-Pennsylvania

Moveable Feast Improve the health of Marylanders experiencing food insecurity and chronic illness by preparing and delivering medically tailored meals thereby achieving racial, social, and health equity.
http://www.mfeast.org

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness), Coastal Virginia Volunteers provide free support groups, free educational classes, free programs and advocacy for people living with a mental health condition and their families.
https://www.namicoastalvirginia.org

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness), Prince George’s County MD, Inc. NAMI provides hope for individuals, families, and the community impacted by mental health conditions through support, education, advocacy, and community outreach.
http://www.namipgc.org

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness), Virginia, Richmond You are not alone. Through support, education, and advocacy, NAMI Virginia promotes recovery and resiliency for individuals and families living with mental health conditions.
http://www.namivirginia.org

NAMI Maryland We are a grassroots organization dedicated to providing education, support, advocacy, and research to assist individuals with mental illnesses, their families, and the community.
http://www.namimd.org

NAMI National NAMI National provides advocacy, education, support and public awareness so that all individuals and families affected by mental illness can build better lives.
http://www.nami.org

National Kidney Foundation – Serving Maryland & Delaware Dedicated to prevention, treatment/cure of kidney/urologic diseases. Provides variety of patient services, community/professional education and research funding. Promotes organ donor awareness.
http://www.kidney.org

National Kidney Foundation – Serving the National Capital Area We are the largest, most effective, and longstanding organization fighting kidney disease, a growing public health problem affecting 1 in 3 Americans and their families.
http://www.kidney.org

National Kidney Foundation – Serving Virginia We are the largest, most effective, and longstanding organization fighting kidney disease, a growing public health problem affecting 1 in 3 Americans and their families.
http://www.kidney.org

National Multiple Sclerosis Society People affected by MS can live their best lives as we stop MS in its tracks, restore what has been lost and end MS forever.
http://www.nationalmssociety.org

National Multiple Sclerosis – Society, Virginia, Virginia-West VA, Glen Allen People affected by MS can live their best lives as we stop MS in its tracks, restore what has been lost and end MS forever.
http://www.nationalmssociety.org

National Psoriasis Foundation, DC To drive efforts to cure psoriatic disease and improve the lives of those affected.
http://www.psoriasis.org

Northern Virginia Mental Health Foundation Providing funding of last resort to meet the urgent needs of low-income individuals with mental illness who are in treatment in Fairfax, Virginia.
https://www.novamentalhealth.org

Planned Parenthood of Maryland Helping individuals make informed decisions about their reproductive health, family planning options, and sexuality through medical services, education, training and advocacy.
http://www.plannedparenthood.org/maryland

Prison Fellowship Ministries Helps restore those affected by crime and incarceration and strives to make prisons safer and more rehabilitative by supporting prisoners, former prisoners, and their families.
http://www.prisonfellowship.org

Rescue Mission International, Inc. We seek to transform the lives of orphaned, abandoned and vulnerable children by providing tuition, educational materials, meals, healthcare support, and spiritual nurturing.
http://www.rmichildren.org/

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Norfolk Ronald McDonald House of Norfolk helps families stay together, and close to the care they need, when they have a sick child.
http://www.rmhcnorfolk.org

Sickle Cell Disease Association of America The only national voluntary organization dedicated to addressing issues created by this inherited condition. SCDAA provides public information, professional education, advocacy, and supports research.
https://www.sicklecelldisease.org

St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital (serving DC, DE, MD, VA, & Eastern PA) Researches and treats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases.  Families never billed by St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing, or food.
http://www.stjude.org

Susan G. Komen, Maryland Komen Maryland promise is to save lives and end breast cancer forever by empowering people, ensuring quality care and energizing science to find the cures.
https://www.komen.org/community/dmv-tri-state/maryland/

The Amen Foundation Supports Catholic vocations/ministries, especially for churches of Sub-Saharan Africa. Funds education; supports seminarians, sisters, lay ministers, missionaries who serve people’s spiritual, social, economic needs.
http://www.amenfoundation.org

The Arc of Northern Virginia Supporting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families with advocacy, resources, and services, and promoting their inclusion in the community throughout their lifetimes.
https://www.thearcofnova.org/

The Arc of Virginia Statewide advocacy organization fighting beside Virginians with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families, for their right to be fully included in their communities.
https://www.thearcofva.org

The Society of Saint Andrew, Inc. Our gleaning programs save good produce from going to waste and provide hungry neighbors across the United States with fresh healthy food.
https://www.endhunger.org

Unified Community Connections Advances the independence of individuals with disabilities through services and supports for children and adults with a wide variety of disabilities and chronic health issues.
http://www.unified.org

Virginia Hemophilia Foundation VHF provides education, advocacy and community to those living with inherited bleeding disorders through tailored retreats and meetings, scholarships, financial assistance and camp.
http://www.vahemophilia.org

ZERO Prostate Cancer, Mid-Atlantic Chapter ZERO will save lives and stop pain and suffering by advancing research, encouraging action, providing education and support to men and their families.
https://zerocancer.org/