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2017 SECC Approved Charities STCODE Charity Charity Description ST606 100 Club of Arizona The 100 Club supports city, county, state, federal, and tribal public safety agencies. This includes fire services, probation, corrections, parole in the state of Arizona. ST1390 1-800-RUNAWAY 24/7/365 1-800-RUNAWAY hotline and 1800RUNAWAY.org online crisis intervention services for youth and their families ST934 2-1-1 Arizona 2-1-1 Arizona is the main source for health and human service information and referrals in the State of Arizona, with over 36,000 services available through the 211 call center and www.211arizona.org ST1418 A Child is Adopted Bringing children without families together with adoptive parents through international adoption, while providing humanitarian aid to children in need, in the US and overseas. ST1470 A Mission for Children We provide access to food, health and nutrition, water and sanitation, housing, education, agriculture, and community development to the neediest, in order to reduce the impact of poverty. ST402 A New Leaf, Inc. A New Leaf, Inc. is a Joint Commission accredited, 501(c)(3) organization providing programs and services to assist nearly 20,000 disadvantaged individuals, families and children annually. ST1396 A Stepping Stone Foundation Preschool (early education), literacy, childcare, adult education (GED, HSE, and English), parenting classes, internships & college scholarships free of charge to needy, underprivileged families. ST256 Abandoned Children's Fund Thousands of innocent orphans, cruelly abandoned: Alone, hungry, desperate, terrified victims of disease, war, extreme poverty. Please help us house, feed, love and rehabilitate them. ST1420 Abandoned Little Angels Nhom Tinh Thuong Shares gift of love by ways of distributing physical and monetary gifts to the needy children of Vietnam, especially those who are handicapped and orphaned. ST1000 Abused Children's Fund Thousands of innocent children are tragically hurt every day by emotional, physical and sexual abuse. Help protect and restore through prevention, rehabilitation and God's love. ST211 Accion International Building a financially inclusive world, with access to economic opportunity for all, by giving everyone the financial tools they need to improve their lives. ST258 Action Against Hunger-USA Action Against Hunger prevents and treats malnutrition saving the lives of malnourished children while providing families with safe water and sustainable solutions to hunger.
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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesSTCODE Charity Charity DescriptionST606 100 Club of Arizona The 100 Club supports city, county, state, federal, and tribal public safety agencies. This

includes fire services, probation, corrections, parole in the state of Arizona.ST1390 1-800-RUNAWAY 24/7/365 1-800-RUNAWAY hotline and 1800RUNAWAY.org online crisis intervention services

for youth and their familiesST934 2-1-1 Arizona 2-1-1 Arizona is the main source for health and human service information and referrals in the

State of Arizona, with over 36,000 services available through the 211 call center and www.211arizona.org

ST1418 A Child is Adopted Bringing children without families together with adoptive parents through international adoption, while providing humanitarian aid to children in need, in the US and overseas.

ST1470 A Mission for Children We provide access to food, health and nutrition, water and sanitation, housing, education, agriculture, and community development to the neediest, in order to reduce the impact of poverty.

ST402 A New Leaf, Inc. A New Leaf, Inc. is a Joint Commission accredited, 501(c)(3) organization providing programs and services to assist nearly 20,000 disadvantaged individuals, families and children annually.

ST1396 A Stepping Stone Foundation Preschool (early education), literacy, childcare, adult education (GED, HSE, and English), parenting classes, internships & college scholarships free of charge to needy, underprivileged families.

ST256 Abandoned Children's Fund Thousands of innocent orphans, cruelly abandoned: Alone, hungry, desperate, terrified victims of disease, war, extreme poverty. Please help us house, feed, love and rehabilitate them.

ST1420 Abandoned Little Angels Nhom Tinh Thuong

Shares gift of love by ways of distributing physical and monetary gifts to the needy children of Vietnam, especially those who are handicapped and orphaned.

ST1000 Abused Children's Fund Thousands of innocent children are tragically hurt every day by emotional, physical and sexual abuse. Help protect and restore through prevention, rehabilitation and God's love.

ST211 Accion International Building a financially inclusive world, with access to economic opportunity for all, by giving everyone the financial tools they need to improve their lives.

ST258 Action Against Hunger-USA Action Against Hunger prevents and treats malnutrition saving the lives of malnourished children while providing families with safe water and sustainable solutions to hunger.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST1493 Acton Institute for the Study of Religion

and LibertySupport research and education promoting a society that is both free and virtuous, grounded in a commitment to human liberty and guided by religious principles.

ST1265 African Wildlife Foundation Protects imperiled species-lions, gorillas, rhinos, elephants-through habitat & wildlife conservation, leadership training, & wildlife-friendly community-beneficial business development since 1961.

ST213 Africare Develops self-help programs in Africa to increase food production, develop clean water resources, manage the environment, strengthen health care and deliver emergency assistance.

ST608 Against Abuse, Inc. AAI provides domestic violence and abuse prevention services to adult and child victims of violence, including DV education, case management, counseling, lay legal advocacy, shelter & safety planning.

ST1195 Aid for African Catholic Missions Support missionary and international development projects in Africa. Alleviate human suffering. Provide for spiritual needs. Build churches, schools, health clinics, hostels and clean water systems.

ST407 Aid for Starving Children Our purpose is to express God's love effectively through hot meals, clean water, healthcare, education, and vocational training to homeless starving children worldwide.

ST1199 Aid for Trash Dump Children: The Unforgotten

Save hungry children and their mothers from eating trash and living in garbage dumps. Provide them clean food, water, and shelter. Provide education for children, and business microloans to mothers.

ST609 Aid to Adoption of Special Kids (AASK) AASK provides lasting and permanent relationships by connecting children in foster care with foster families, adoptive families, kin, siblings, and adult mentors.

ST1494 Air Force Association Join the Force behind the Force to promote a dominate US Air Force and support Air Force families through professional development, scholarships, and other programs.

ST1341 Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation To raise money and awareness of childhood cancer causes, primarily research into new treatments and cures.

ST610 Alice's Place, an Empowerment Center Alice's Place provides 24 hour crisis services to victims of domestic, sexual and family violence through shelter, basic needs, advocacy and education. We promote teen dating violence awareness.

ST1495 Alliance for Cancer Gene Therapy ACGT supports revolutionary scientific research into the causes, treatment and prevention of all types of cancer using cells and genes as medicine.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST358 Alopecia Areata Foundation, National Provides major research funding, patient educational meterials and support for alopecia

areata a mystifying autoimmune disease affecting all ages, causing one's hair to fall out.

ST895 Alpha-1 Foundation Funds research to improve treatment and ultimately find a cure for those affected by Alpha-1, a genetic cause of potentially fatal lung and liver disease.

ST1266 Alport Syndrome Foundation The Alport Syndrome Foundation is the leading nonprofit organization in the United States serving & giving a voice to the Alport Syndrome community through education, empowerment, advocacy & research.

ST101 Alzheimer's and Aging Research Center Supports research dedicated to understanding Alzheimer’s and to finding effective treatments. Your contribution funds scientists searching for cures to Alzheimer’s and aging related conditions.

ST525 Alzheimer's Association Desert Southwest Chapter

The Desert Southwest Chapter empowers and supports individuals, families, care partners and communities affected by dementia in Arizona and southern Nevada.

ST267 Alzheimer's Foundation of America Unites more than 2,500 member organizations nationwide in the goal of providing optimal care & services to individuals living with dementia and their families.

ST268 Alzheimer's Research and Prevention Foundation

Help fight Alzheimer's disease and find a cure through research and prevention! Committed to ensuring peak mental performance and optimum brain function throughout our lives.

ST857 Alzheimer's Research Foundation, Fisher Center

Research into the cause, care and cure for Alzheimer's by Nobel Prize winning scientist. Every 68 seconds someone develops Alzheimer's. Our Mission: find a cure.

ST858 American Association for Cancer Research We fund groundbreaking scientific cancer research that saves lives. By contributing, you can help speed up the pace of scientific discovery, and fight cancer.

ST1496 American Association of Kidney Patients, Inc.

AAKP is dedicated to improving the quality of life for kidney patients through education, advocacy, patient engagement, and the fostering of patient communities.

ST992 American Brain Tumor Association We exist to eliminate brain tumors. Critical funding creates breakthroughs in diagnosis, treatment and care. Also providing compassionate support and hope for patients and families.

ST526 American Cancer Society, Inc., Great West Division

Funds research, transports patients, provides self-help and support services to survivors, provides information and delivers cancer awareness programs and information to the public.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST411 American Family Association Educates & motivates Christians through radio, television, online and print to act on issues

affecting families. Examples: media indecency, pornography, abortion, entertainment, education, parenting.

ST1086 American Foundation for Suicide Prevention

Exclusively dedicated to understanding and preventing suicide through research and education and to reaching out to people with mood disorders and those impacted by suicide.

ST527 American Heart Association World’s largest voluntary health organization dedicated to preventing, treating and defeating heart disease and stroke - world’s No. 1 & 2 cause of death.

ST1368 American Himalayan Foundation For Tibetans, Sherpas, and Nepalis in the Himalaya who are in need and have no one else, we bring life-changing education, healthcare, and opportunity.

ST1339 American Indian College Fund Yearly, we empower over 4,000 American Indians to attend college. We've provided more than 119,000 scholarships and nearly $170 million to support American Indian students in higher education.

ST860 American Indian Youth Running Strong Raising standard of living, self-esteem of Native American children. Providing relief,development to Indian Reservations. Teaching traditional life skills,healthy lifestyles,respect for Mother Earth.

ST214 American Jewish World Service Inspired by the Jewish commitment to justice, American Jewish World Service (AJWS) works to realize human rights and end poverty in the developing world.

ST968 American Kidney Fund American Kidney Fund helps people fight kidney disease and live healthier lives. ST141 American Liver Foundation The mission of American Liver Foundation (ALF) is to facilitate, advocate and promote

education, support and research for the prevention, treatment and cure of liver disease.

ST142 American Lung Association The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease, through research, education and advocacy.

ST215 American Near East Refugee Aid (ANERA) Addresses the development and humanitarian needs of Palestinians and other communities in the Middle East.

ST216 American Refugee Committee International relief and development agency empowering people impacted by conflict and disaster to recover and rebuild their lives with dignity.

ST168 American Rivers American Rivers works to protect and restore healthy natural rivers for the benefit of people and wildlife, ensuring clean drinking water, natural flood protection, and recreational enjoyment for all.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST271 Americans Helping Americans Fighting American poverty by aiding needy Appalachian urban Americans; providing low-

income families/elderly/veterans with basic relief, educational support, summer camps, summer food, home repairs.

ST217 Americares To save lives and improve health for people affected by poverty or disaster so they can reach their full potential.

ST1006 America's Best Charities Feeding the hungry. Sheltering the homeless. Protecting the children. Healing the sick. America’s finest independent charities. Working with you to share - the American way.

ST1001 America's Charities Working to build strong communities. Addressing needs of children, families, communities through member programs, by helping employers and employees support our member charities' programs.

ST1471 America's Mighty Warriors America’s Mighty Warriors mission is to honor the sacrifices of our troops, the fallen and their families by providing programs that improve quality of life, resiliency and recovery.

ST1087 America's VetDogs Trains and places guide, service, hearing and PTSD dogs. Transforming lives of disabled veterans, active servicemembers and first responders to they can live without boundaries.

ST104 Amnesty International USA Our history spans 50+ years and includes a presence in over 70 countries and 7 million supporters. We defend the human rights of people globally.

ST212 Amref Health Africa Our mission is to improve the health of people in Africa by partnering with and empowering communities, and strengthening health systems.

ST1497 AMVETS National Service Foundation Provides support to veterans through service programs as well as providing community and youth-oriented programs designed to promote unity and patriotism.

ST1400 Angel Flight West Arizona Wing Angel Flight West arranges free air transportation for individuals who must travel to access health care and other essential services by linking volunteer pilots with people in need.

ST1506 Ararizona Elk Society Arizona Elk Society promotes & protects Arizona’s wildlife. Programs: Water for Wildlife; repairs for damaged ecosystems; youth education; Hunts for Heroes, for returning disabled Arizona veterans.

ST1095 Arizona Animal Welfare League and SPCA Arizona Animal Welfare League & SPCA a no-kill shelter adopts 5,000 dogs/cats a year; spayed/neutered, vaccinated and microchipped, plus a low-cost vet clinic,training, kids' programs.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST1499 Arizona Autism United (AZA United) Arizona Autism United provides direct services to families with autism, including; parent

support, speech therapy, parent training, habilitation, behavioral health and siblings support groups.

ST1082 Arizona Brainfood Arizona Brainfood is a totally volunteer-run organization that provides bags of food to elementary-age children who are at risk of going hungry over the weekends

ST154 Arizona Burn Foundation Arizona Burn Foundation exists to improve the quality of life of burn survivors and their families while promoting burn prevention advocacy and education in Arizona.

ST530 Arizona Center for the Blind and Visually Impaired

ACBVI provides Rehabilitation Training, Orientation & Mobility, Assistive Technology Computer Training, and Social Recreation Programs for adults who are blind and visually impaired.

ST1490 Arizona Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics

AzAAP works year-round to educate and engage policy-makers, the community and those who impact the lives of children with a statewide focus on promoting child health, preventive care and wellness

ST1508 Arizona Coalition to End Homelessness The Arizona Coalition to End Homelessness (AZCEH) provides leadership in statewide efforts to end homelessness through advocacy, education and collaboration with local communities and initiatives.

ST806 Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation

The Arizona Friends of Foster Children Foundation funds awards for social, athletic and educational opportunities for children in foster care.

ST532 Arizona Housing Inc. Arizona Housing, Inc. owns and operates over 550 affordable supportive apartments that help homeless people attain true self-sufficiency through housing and ongoing comprehensive social services.

ST1111 Arizona Humane Society We rescue, heal, adopt and advocate for homeless, sick, injured and abused pets. We are committed to providing second chances and saving the lives of animals.

ST1038 Arizona Kids Think Too Inspiring Arizona’s youth to exceed expectations through academic enrichment and character development. We provide academic and enrichment services in the Greater Phoenix Area.

ST192 Arizona Land and Water Trust Arizona Land and Water Trust works to protect Southern Arizona's vanishing western landscapes, wildlife habitat, working farms and ranches, and the waters that sustain them.

ST1505 Arizona Legal Women and Youth Services (ALWAYS)

Provides free legal services to children and youth impacted by homelessness, trafficking, abuse, and foster care to eliminate obstacles standing in the way of safety, stability, and self-sufficiency

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST962 Arizona Recycling Coalition The Arizona Recycling Coalition (AzRC) is a membership-based, non-profit organization

dedicated to promoting waste reuse, reduction and recycling throughout Arizona and our southwestern region.

ST193 Arizona Wildlife Federation AWF is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating, inspiring, and assisting individuals and organizations to value, conserve, enhance, manage, and protect wildlife and wildlife habitat

ST1340 Arizona Youth Partnership AZYP builds foundations for youth/families to prevent/solve local issues like substance abuse, youth homelessness, lack of educational opportunities, teen pregnancy & challenging family dynamics.

ST1507 Arthritis & Chronic Pain Research Institute Chronic pain caused by arthritis, cancer, and other medical conditions cripple 86 million Americans. Help us continue our search for new medications to relieve pain.

ST141 Arthritis Foundation Fund research for cure to arthritis&related diseases; offer info, health tracking tools; work to ensure people w/arthritis have access to optimal care; provide camps for kids so they don't feel alone

ST273 Arthritis National Research Foundation We fund research to cure arthritis and develop new treatments for millions of Americans, including 300,000 children, suffering in pain every day.

ST1269 Ashoka To advance an Everyone a Changemaker world, where anyone can apply the skills of changemaking to solve complex social problems.

ST1053 Asian Children's Rescue & Relief Fund To improve the quality of life for destitute, special needs children in China and Asia so they can reach their potential, realize their dreams and make their own contributions to society.

ST1500 Assistance League of Tucson, Inc. Operation School Bell serves poverty children K-8th in 39 Title 1 schools. Purpose: to provide a foundation for school success & encourage attendance thru the provision of new school clothing & books.

ST537 Association for Supportive Child Care ASCC's mission is to enhance the quality of care for Arizona's children. Our programs serve early care professionals, children and families and support high quality child care.

ST536 Association of Arizona Food Banks AAFB serves 5 regional food banks and a network of nearly 1,200 food pantries and agencies. AAFB's efforts have brought more food and changes in legislation for food banks and the people they serve.

ST414 Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America

Supports research to find cures for asthma, food allergies and related diseases; provides free education and support for families; and fights for patients' rights.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST1425 Autism Intervention and Treatment

Research -- Organization for Autism Research

Parents of children with autism never stop seeking answers. We're here to provide those answers by funding research that provides practical information on lifelong care.

ST1364 Autism Society of America A national source of information, advocacy and support that reaches local communities with a one-of-a-kind nationwide network of knowledge and autism support.

ST1214 Autism Society of Greater Phoenix A nonprofit organization dedicated to providing information, tools, resources, and support to improve the lives of children and adults on the spectrum and their families.

ST1509 Autism Speaks, Inc. Promotes Solutions Throughout The Lifespan For The Needs Of Individuals With Autism And Their Families Through Advocacy Support Increasing Understanding And Acceptance Of Autism spectrum

ST1395 Aviva Children's Services Aviva's mission is to provide enhanced services to improve the quality of life for children that are victims of abuse, neglect and poverty, and who are in the care of the Department of Child Safety.

ST630 AZ Lions Vision Center, Inc Providing free or low cost vision screening and new glasses for the needy, from offices in Maricopa County, Tucson, and our mobile unit.

ST546 AZCEND (formerly Chandler Christian Community Center)

AZCEND (formerly Chandler Christian Community Center) helps people move from crisis to stability to prosperity - food boxes, senior meals, rent/utility aid, child/family and homeless programming.

ST631 Back To School Clothing Drive Back To School Clothing Drive provides new school uniforms and outfits, backpacks and school supplies to children in need.

ST1498 BAG IT! BAG IT empowers cancer patients to be more involved in their care, advocate for themselves, & learn to cope with the challenges associated with diagnosis and treatment. BAG IT helps Fight The Fear!

ST275 Believe In Tomorrow National Children's Foundation

Keeping families together during a child’s medical crisis, we provide hospital/respite housing to critically-ill children and their families, so they find hope and comfort.

ST1504 Best Friends Animal Society Best Friends Animal Society works nationwide helping individuals, rescues/shelters to rescue animals, promote/set up spay/neuter, rescue transports and foster/adoption programs. www.bestfriends.or

ST1463 Beyond Pesticides Prevents pesticide poisoning of our environment, homes, workplaces, schools, food and water through a practical information clearinghouse on toxic hazards and non-chemical pest control.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST538 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona BBBSAZ provides Arizona youth facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally

supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better.

ST473 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flagstaff Big Brothers Big Sisters of Flagstaff makes meaningful matches between adult volunteers (Bigs) and children (Littles)to develop youth's competence, confidence and caring.

ST634 Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tucson, Inc. Big Brothers Big Sisters of Tucson provides children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.

ST1272 Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network BCAN is a national organization whose mission is to advance research, provide information and support, and raise awareness on bladder cancer.

ST415 Blessings International Saves lives globally and locally by providing medicine, vitamins and urgently needed medical supplies to treat the poor and victims of disease, disaster or war.

ST636 Boone and Crockett Club Upholding Theodore Roosevelt’s vision, we're protecting our nation's most valuable resource - its wildlife. We’ve been promoting fair chase hunting, outdoor ethics and conservation since 1888.

ST1076 Born Free USA Works to end the suffering of wild animals in captivity, rescue individual animals in need, protect wildlife, including endangered species, and encourage compassionate conservation globally.

ST1423 Boulder Crest Retreat for Military & Veteran Wellness

Healing combat heroes by delivering free retreats for wounded warriors, their families, caregivers and Gold Star families with PTSD/TBI in a beautiful rural sanctuary.

ST1046 Boy Scouts of America One of the nation's most prominent values-based youth development organizations. Programs for building character, training in the responsibilities of citizenship and developing personal fitness.

ST542 Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale The Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Scottsdale enables all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.

ST417 Bread and Water for Africa Strengthening African initiatives for self-sufficiency through health, clean water, education, orphanages, vocational training, agriculture/micro-credit programs focusing on women/children.

ST863 Breast Cancer Aid and Research Institute Awards medical research grants and ships medical supplies and humanitarian aid to programs that treat breast cancer and other degenerative diseases. Breast Cancer support groups.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST106 Breast Cancer Coalition Breast Cancer Coalition is dedicated to knowing how to end breast cancer by January 1, 2020

through the power of grassroots action and advocacy.ST1056 Breast Cancer Research and Assistance

FundProvides research grants, medical equipment and supplies to clinics that treat breast cancer and other chronic diseases. Provides educational materials for patients. Cancer support groups.

ST418 Breast Cancer Research Foundation Accelerate innovative research to save lives: 1 in 8 US women will be diagnosed with breast cancer. Help us achieve prevention and a cure.

ST1510 Buckner Children and Family Services Children desperate. Orphans alone. Families in need. Our adoption, foster care, humanitarian aid, education, prevention and support programs transform lives of vulnerable children and families.

ST1467 Bullying Prevention by Rachel's Challenge Replace bullying and violence with positive acts through programs based on the true story of Rachel Scott, the first person killed in Columbine school shootings.

ST1511 Camp Fire National Headquarters Support programs proven to develop self-confidence and guide young people through a journey of self-discovery. Empower youth to find their sparks.

ST285 Cancer Aid and Research Fund Awards scientific research grants, provides medical supplies and equipment to programs that treat cancer and other degenerative diseases.

ST866 Cancer Care, Inc. Caring for people facing cancer. Supporting patients, children, loved ones, caregivers. We provide help and hope through free counseling, wigs, education, financial assistance.

ST286 Cancer Research America If you agree that world-class, cutting-edge research is the key to more effective cancer treatments, better cancer prevention methods, and earlier cancer detection - join us!

ST287 Cancer Research and Assistance - VHL The VHL Alliance is committed to finding a cure for VHL, a genetic condition causing abnormal tumor growth, and related cancers, awarding millions through its research grants program.

ST130 Cancer Research and Prevention Foundation (Prevent Cancer Foundation)

Your donation funds cancer prevention research; educates people about how they can prevent cancer and detect it early; and supports community cancer prevention programs.

ST995 Cancer Research Fund of the Damon Runyon-Walter Winchell Foundation

Funding today's best young scientists with great potential to achieve breakthroughs in diagnosis, treatment and prevention of cancer. 100% of all donations fund cancer research.

ST288 Canine Assistants Our mission is to educate and empower people and dogs so they may enhance the lives of one another.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST1407 Canine Wounded Heroes We equip K-9 police dogs with bullet-resistant, knife-resistant, blast-resistant protective vests

to help keep them safe in the line of duty.ST218 CARE Started in 1945 delivering CARE Packages to war-torn Europe. Today, working around the

globe to save lives, defeat poverty and achieve social justice.ST1440 Casas por Cristo We help families living on dirt floors in cardboard shacks with no windows. Our volunteer

teams build homes for the poor in Mexico.ST545 CASS CASS provides emergency shelter to adults and children experiencing homelessness in

Maricopa County. CASS also provides supportive services, such as case management, that promote self-sufficiency.

ST544 Catholic Charities Community Services Support programs for Veterans, Immigrant and Refugee Services, assistance for sex trafficking and domestic violence victims and programs for children and families including foster care and housing.

ST496 Catholic Community Services of Southern Arizona

Catholic Community Services provides a range of human services for children, families, seniors and persons with disabilities including: shelter/housing, food, education, child welfare, and more

ST219 Catholic Relief Services - USCCB CRS Rushes food, clothing, shelter, water and comfort to God's most vulnerable children effectively and efficiently in times of disaster and provides the means to self-sufficiency.

ST1426 Catholics for the Poor and Needy Worldwide

We connect Christian volunteers with opportunities to serve the poor and make a difference worldwide. Volunteers live simply, work for social justice, and put their faith into action.

ST1441 Center for Biological Diversity Using science, advocacy and law, the Center secures protections for wildlife on the brink of extinction, and the wild places they need to survive.

ST1406 CHADD, Inc. CHADD provides assistance to individual. and families with ADHD who are in need of support from chapter meetings;continuing educ,in newsletters,training tapes and manuals,and at annual conferences.

ST1081 Challenger Center for Space Science Education

Engaging students and teachers in dynamic exploration and discovery opportunities that strengthen knowledge in STEM and provide outlets to learn and apply important life skills.

ST642 Changing Lives Through Literacy - Child Aid

Providing Guatemalan children an escape from poverty through literacy by training teachers, librarians, improving libraries, and providing thousands of Spanish language children's books each year.

ST498 Child & Family Resources CFR builds strong children, youth, & families through prevention, intervention, & education programs to help children reach their full potential.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST1331 Child & Family Services of Yuma,

Inc./Right Turn for Yuma VeteransChild & Family Services (Right Turn Yuma Veterans) serves homeless veterans in transitional housing and services; and children with their families with behavioral health counseling and direct support.

ST393 Child Crisis Arizona Provide children a safe environment, free from abuse/neglect, by creating strong/successful families. Emergency Children’s Shelter; Foster Care/Adoption; Parenting Classes; Early Childhood Education.

ST295 Child Find of America Child Find of America provides free professional services designed to prevent and resolve child kidnapping and the family conflicts that lead to abduction and abuse.

ST1346 Child Foundation Save lives, build hope. Education can move a child beyond poverty. Help children remain in school, giving them the tools to reach their full potential.

ST296 Child Rescue International We work in Moldova, Ukraine and Romania. We meet the spiritual, educational, emotional and physical needs of orphaned and abandoned children living in institutions.

ST221 ChildFund International Helping deprived, excluded and vulnerable children have the capacity to become young adults and leaders who bring lasting and positive change to their communities.

ST297 Childhelp Childhelp aids victims of child abuse and neglect. AZ programs include a child advocacy center, community center, mobile advocacy center, prevention educ. program $ 24/7 Nat'l Child Abuse Hotline.

ST1021 Children AIDS Foundation The American Foundation for Children with AIDS is a non-profit organization providing critical comprehensive services to infected and affected HIV+ children and their caregivers.

ST300 Children Awaiting Parents, Inc Children Awaiting Parents is dedicated to finding homes for children who are abandoned, abused and neglected and languish in the foster care system the longest.

ST220 Children International We transform lives by educating people who want to make a difference about the realities of poverty and connecting them with opportunities to help children.

ST302 Children of the Night Rescues America's children from the ravages of prostitution. Providing shelter, hope and new-beginnings. With your support, we can save more. Our children deserve a fighting-chance!

ST1241 Children's AIDS Fund International CAFI programs provide education to youth, adults, parents, governments & HIV patients plus management & implementation oversight to sites in Africa.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST304 Children's Cancer Aid and Research

InstituteAwards grants to hospitals that do childhood cancer research and treats children fighting cancer. Ships medical supplies, medical equipment and humanitarian aid to programs that treat childhood cancer

ST419 Children's Cancer Assistance Fund Give children with cancer a chance for a brighter future! Your support will provide vital financial assistance and educational resources for children battling cancer.

ST946 Children's Cancer Network Children's Cancer Network supports Arizona families throughout their cancer journey providing financial assistance, education, and support while increasing awareness of childhood cancer.

ST1025 Childrens Cancer Recovery Foundation Children's Cancer Recovery Foundation's mission is to improve the mental, social, and emotional well-being of children with cancer and their families by minimizing the devastation cancer can cause.

ST420 Children's Food Fund/World Emergency Relief

For 31 years we've delivered food to hungry children, provided medicines for the sick, supplied relief to disaster victims and given hope to the poor.

ST1060 Children's Hunger Fund Feeding the hungry at home and abroad. Food, clothing and medicines aid children in impoverished countries and in America's inner-cities.

ST421 Children's Hunger Relief Fund Saving children's lives! Sharing God's love by providing hot meals, disease-free water, healthcare, medicines, food-growing technology, and Christian education to suffering children worldwide.

ST307 Children's Medical Ministries Compassionate healthcare volunteers providing free wheelchairs, rehabilitation equipment, medical clinics, healthcare instruction, dental services, food and clothing to children in despair.

ST1512 Children's Tumor Foundation The Children’s Tumor Foundation is the leading not-for-profit organization dedicated to improving the health and well-being of individuals and families affected by the neurofibromatoses (NF).

ST1513 Christ Child Society of Phoenix Dedicated to serving children in need. Providing handmade layettes, bedtime bags, teddy bears, handmade quilts, new clothing and reading enrichment to agencies dealing with at risk children

ST1443 Christian Care International-Food and Medicine for People In Need

Serve those in need. Help us provide nonperishable food and medical supplies to over 30,000 very poor in 45 locations on the Texas-Mexico border.

ST1514 Christian Family Care Christian Family Care strengthens families and serves at-risk youth in the name of Jesus Christ by offering a variety of services including: foster care, adoption, counseling & training.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST310 Christian Freedom International Providing aid & advocacy world-wide to persecuted Christians including emergency

relief,education,food,Bibles,pastor support,child sponsorship,vocational training,aid to the disabled,& self-help.

ST1382 Christian Legal Society A nationwide fellowship of Christians committed to serving Christ through the law, the defense of religious freedom & the provision of legal aid.

ST424 Christian Military Fellowship Ministering to America's military & families worldwide empowering them in their Christian faith, advancing Bible studies, linkups, mentoring, fellowship, resources, personal contact & encouragement.

ST311 Christian Relief Services Help wipe out poverty and hunger in the USA, including Indian Reservations, Appalachia, overseas by providing food, water, medicine, education, shelter to children/families.

ST223 Church World Service Church World Service works with partners to eradicate hunger and poverty and promote peace and justice among the world's most vulnerable people.

ST1472 Circle the City Circle the City is a nonprofit providing healthcare for the homeless with a Medical Respite Center, outpatient clinic, and two-exam room mobile medical unit.

ST1515 Colon Cancer Alliance Assist patients, families, caregivers overcome colon cancer by providing support, information, screening access/options, research opportunities and more.

ST1516 Community Alliance Against Family Abuse (CAAFA)

CAAFA serves domestic & sexual violence survivors of all genders in our shelter & community-based services, including personal and legal advocacy, support groups, Empowerment Sessions, and outreach.

ST814 Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona

At the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona, we change lives in the communities we serve by feeding the hungry today and building a healthy, hunger-free tomorrow.

ST1517 Community Health Charities Partnering with America's most trusted health charities to deliver credible health information, community- focused volunteer activities, and efficient charitable giving to employees in the workplace.

ST552 Community Legal Services, Inc. Community Legal Services is a non-profit law firm providing attorneys at no charge to low-income Arizona residents to resolve critical, civil legal problems affecting their basic needs for survival.

ST1277 Companion Animal Association The CAAA is a group of volunteer social pet therapy teams who visit adult residential and healthcare facilities throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area.

ST896 Compassion International Compassion International exists as a child-advocacy ministry to release children from their spiritual, economic, social, and physical poverty to become responsible, fulfilled Christian adults.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST316 Concerns of Police Survivors Concerns of Police Survivors - Rebuilding shattered lives of survivors and co-workers affected

by line-of-duty deaths through partnership with law enforcement and the community.

ST1518 Corbin's Legacy Corbin’s Legacy aids children with healthcare & academic needs. We provide food, clothing, medical & dental exams, eyeglasses, prescriptions & serve Title I schools with snacks & hot lunch payments.

ST317 Correctional Peace Officers Foundation, Inc

Non-profit charity for Correctional Officers and their families by providing line-of-duty death benefit and catastrophic assistance in cases of accident or illness.

ST151 Crohn's & Colitis Foundation Southwest Chapter

Mission is to cure Crohn's disease & ulcerative colitis, and to improve the quality of life of children & adults affected by these diseases; through research, education and support.

ST1061 Cure Alzheimer's Fund Our mission is to fund research with the highest probability of slowing, stopping or reversing Alzheimer's Disease

ST152 Cystic Fibrosis Foundation - Arizona Chapter

Providing all people with cystic fibrosis the opportunity to lead full, productive lives by funding research and drug development, promoting individualized treatment and ensuring access to care.

ST1444 Deafness Research Foundation Hearing Health Foundation's mission is to prevent and cure hearing loss and tinnitus through groundbreaking research and to promote hearing health.

ST171 Defenders of Wildlife Working since 1947 to save America’s endangered animals and threatened habitats for future generations’ benefit through public education, citizen advocacy, legal action and scientific research.

ST1519 Delivering Good Helping Kids and Families Providing new clothes, books, toys, and household items to in-need children and individuals, disaster victims, and military families. Your support brings smiles to their faces.

ST1344 Delta Research and Educational Foundation

Promotes research which identifies solutions to issues affecting African American women and their communities through funding and support of charitable programs of Delta Sigma Theta.

ST1279 Desert Voices Oral Learning Center Desert Voices is Arizona's only listening and spoken language program for children born deaf or hard of hearing. Children speech using no sign language. They to to traditional schools by age 5 or 6.

ST321 Diabetes Action Research and Education Foundation

Funding innovative promising research to prevent, treat, and cure diabetes. 100% of your workplace contributions used for diabetes research and programs. We can conquer diabetes!

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST322 Diabetes Aid and Research Fund Nutrition and diabetes are undeniably linked. We provide vital fresh produce to thousands of

clients, medical supplies to clinics, and support continuing research on treatments.

ST871 Diabetes Health and Research Institute Fighting diabetes and other degenerative diseases with programs focused on health and nutrition to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Children's diabetes camp scholarships, medicines and supplies.

ST323 Diabetes Prevention and Aid Fund Providing nutritious fresh fruits/vegetables to vulnerable families. Science has proven that by the inclusion of daily fruits/vegetables we can help prevent diabetes.

ST110 Diabetes Research and Wellness Foundation

Our goal is to fund scientific research into treatments and cure of diabetes. Conducts screenings, education programs to save lives from blindness, kidney failure, amputations.

ST1090 Diabetes Research Institute Foundation, Inc.

Committed to curing children and adults now living with diabetes and leads the world in bringing promising treatments to patients as quickly as possible.

ST324 Direct Relief Providing essential medical resources to the most vulnerable communities in the U.S. and worldwide, improving health and transforming lives.

ST325 Disabled American Veterans (DAV) Charitable Service Trust

Empowering Veterans To Lead High-Quality Lives With Respect...Prosthetics Research and Devices for Amputees; Traumatic Brain Injury Therapy; Guide/Assistance Dogs; Comfort for Survivors.

ST1411 Disabled Children's Fund Providing poor, disabled children worldwide with free distribution of specialty wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, rehabilitation equipment and therapy. Serving disaster victims worldwide.

ST224 Doctors Without Borders/ Médecins Sans Frontières USA

An independent international medical humanitarian organization that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics and natural disasters in more than 70 countries.

ST327 Dogs for Deaf and Disabled Americans/NEADS

Independence and companionship for wounded warriors, autistic children, the deaf and disabled by providing custom-trained Service Dogs. Help provide these much needed Service Dogs!

ST931 Dress for Success Worldwide Dress for Success® is an international non-profit organization that promotes the economic independence of women through professional attire, career development, and employment retention programs.

ST633 Duet Partners in Health and Aging Duet 6022745022 www.duetaz.org, [email protected] volunteer services (shopping,transportation,more)to homebound elders,support groups & services to family caregivers & kinship care givers. 26.5%

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST1003 EarthShare Donations are shared among our member groups to protect our environment, health, wildlife,

and natural resources. One environment, one simple way to care for it.

ST1320 ECHO ECHO fights world hunger by using science, technology and training to develop agricultural solutions to aid farmers in developing countries.

ST1169 Emerge! Center Against Domestic Abuse Emerge provides domestic violence intervention and prevention services to anyone experiencing abuse. We offer a 24-hr crisis hotline, emergency shelter, community-based services and housing programs.

ST1474 End Violence Against Women International

After sexual assault or domestic violence, most victims do not report. Many tell no one. Who will believe them? Who will help? We train professionals and loved ones to take action.

ST173 Environmental Law Institute ELI is a non-partisan think-and-do tank that brings together education and research on today’s most pressing environmental issues. We develop solutions that protect people, places, and the planet.

ST1342 EOD Warrior Foundation Our mission is to improve the quality of life for the EOD family by providing emergency financial relief, scholarship opportunities, physical, social, and emotional support.

ST153 Epilepsy Foundation of Arizona EFAZ provides support groups, children’s camp, art therapy & referrals to individuals with epilepsy. These are critical due to continued stigma. Epilepsy training offered in AZ to dispel myths.

ST853 Episcopal Relief & Development Works with more than 3 million people in nearly 40 countries to overcome poverty, hunger and disease through programs that utilize local resources and expertise.

ST329 Esperan?a, Inc. Esperan?a aims to improve health and provide hope for families in the poorest communities, both internationally and locally, through sustainable disease prevention, education and treatment.

ST330 FACES: The National Craniofacial Association

Children with craniofacial disfigurements require specialized reconstructive surgeries. We take care of these children and their families while they receive treatment.

ST1236 Family Promise - Greater Phoenix Family Promise provides emergency shelter, social services, and graduate support to help families move from homelessness to employment, permanent housing, and self-sufficiency.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST334 Farmers and Hunters Feeding the Hungry Food banks and ministries need meat and protein items to feed the hungry. We pay to get

deer and elk donated by hunters processed by local butcher shops into meat for distribution to those in need.

ST112 Father Flanagan's Boys' Home We save children from abuse and neglect, heal broken families, and work to create a better behavioral health care system for all children.

ST1447 Feed A Child Hunger in America exists for over 50 million people. That is 1 in 6 of the U.S. population-including 1 in 4 children. Help us feed the hungry!

ST1520 Feed God's Hungry Children Feeding, clothing, medical care and educating the poorest of the poor in the USA and third world countries.

ST1283 Feed My Starving Children Volunteers packaged scientifically formulated meals for malnourished children, which Feed My Starving Children distributes to a network of 200 partners in 50 countries.

ST113 Feed The Children One of the world’s leading anti-hunger organizations, bringing together caring individuals to provide food, water, education, and job training in 50 states and 18 countries.

ST336 Feeding America's Hungry Children America’s Children Hungry! Desperate for Food! Hurting and without Hope! Help us provide for the desperate food needs of impoverished children throughout America.

ST1361 Feeding Children In America One in four Children in America suffer from hunger! Help us get nutritional and healthy fruits and vegetables to these suffering children!

ST226 FINCA International, Inc. FINCA’s mission is to alleviate poverty through lasting solutions that help people build assets, create jobs and raise their standard of living.

ST1521 FIRST Since 1989, we have engaged youth, K-12, in exciting, mentor-based, research and robotics programs that inspire them to become well-rounded science and technology leaders.

ST1063 Fisher House Foundation Fisher House Foundation is best known for a network of comfort homes where military and veterans’ families can stay at no cost while a loved one is receiving treatment.

ST429 Focus on the Family A global multimedia organization defending & equipping families through counseling & biblically based resources designed to strengthen marriages & help parents raise healthy, responsible children.

ST980 Food Allergy Research & Education, Inc. To improve the quality of life and the health of individuals with food allergies, and to provide them hope through the promise of new treatments.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST430 Food for the Hungry A Christian international relief and development organization walking with the poor and

disadvantaged to bring an end to physical and spiritual hungers around the world.

ST1477 Foothills Caring Corps, Inc. We're dedicated to promoting independence & enhancing the quality of life of older residents.Friendly & Pet Visits,Medical Transportation,Mobile Meals,Food Shopping,Caregiver Relief,Health Advocacy

ST129 Foster Care To Success Foundation At age 18 most foster youth are on their own. FC2S provides moral and financial support to parentless teens pursuing college and vocational training.

ST561 Foundation for Blind Children The Foundation for Blind Children serves the blind & visually impaired of all ages. As the only agency of its kind, FBC is an essential resource to families & children with blindness or low vision.

ST1522 Foundation for Exceptional Kids We are dedicated to improving the quality of life for children with developmental disabilities through educational programs that empower families, and contribute to community supports and services.

ST564 Foundation for Senior Living (FSL) FSL provides seniors and adults with disabilities housing, in-home medical and non-medical care, (nursing and therapy visits, housekeeping services, and congregate and home-delivered meals.

ST562 Free Arts for Abused Children of Arizona Free Arts uses the healing power of the arts to help abused and homeless children build resilience. Participants learn to express themselves, develop new skills, build trust, and begin to heal.

ST1197 Free to Breathe Free to Breathe is a lung cancer advocacy organization dedicated to doubling lung cancer survival by 2022. Our mission is to ensure surviving lung cancer is the expectation, not the exception.

ST1523 Fresh Start Women's Foundation Fresh Start offers: social work, career readiness, domestic violence support, scholarships, entrepreneur program, mentoring, family law support, computer training, financial coaching, & clothing.

ST1478 Future for KIDS Committed to creating a brighter future, we provide mentor-driven, out-of-school-time programs & camps that focus on Academics, Athletics, & Ethics to improve the lives of youth who face adversity.

ST1524 Futures Without Violence Everyone has the right to live free of violence, Futures Without Violence works to prevent and end violence against women and children around the world.

ST1285 GAP Ministries Standing in the GAP for those in need. Bringing help to children, healing to families, hope to the community. GAP has been an advocate for children and at-risk populations since 1999.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST1525 Gary Sinise Foundation Build specially adapted smart homes & provide mobility devices for wounded heroes, bring

WWII veterans to The National WWII Museum and record their oral histories, support first responders & families.

ST432 Gateway for Cancer Research 99 cents of every dollar directly funds human clinical trials that help people living with cancer to feel better, live longer and conquer cancer TODAY!

ST1125 Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona Girl Scouts build girls of Courage, Confidence and Character, who make the world a better place. Girl Scouts is the preeminent leadership development program for girls 5-17 in Southern Arizona.

ST114 Give Kids The World Give Kids the World is a 79-acre, nonprofit resort in Central Florida that provides weeklong, cost-free vacations to children with life-threatening illnesses and their families.

ST874 Giving Children Hope Rescuing children, providing lifesaving medicines and emergency food to orphanages, clinics, shelters, and disaster centers serving homeless children in America, and poor around the world.

ST433 Glaucoma Research Foundation Prevent vision loss from glaucoma by investing in innovative research, education, and support with the ultimate goal of finding a cure.

ST1005 Global Impact Supports respected & effective international charities to address critical humanitarian issues throughout the world, such as disaster response, human trafficking, education, malaria, water & hunger.

ST1369 Global Partners in Care Improving access to hospice and palliative care worldwide where the need is great and the resources are few through partnerships between US and international organizations.

ST1397 Gospel Rescue Mission of Tucson Gospel Rescue Mission has a Men's Shelter and a Women & Children's Shelter. The Mission provides shelter, three meals a day and clothing. The Mission also provides case management for clients.

ST1065 Grand Canyon Association Grand Canyon Association inspires people to protect and enhance Grand Canyon National Park, raising funds to support wildlife research, trail preservation and educational programs for the public.

ST540 Grand Canyon Council, Boy Scouts of America

The mission of the Grand Canyon Council, BSA is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Scout Law.

ST875 Graves' Disease & Thyroid Foundation Providing education and support for patients living with Graves' disease, thyroid eye disease, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, and related disorders.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST339 Greenpeace Fund An independent campaigning organization that uses research and public education to expose

global environmental problems and promotes solutions essential to a green and peaceful future.

ST1229 Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind, Inc Using innovative training methods, trains guide and service dogs to restore independence and mobility, empowering people with disabilities to live without boundaries.

ST340 Guide Dogs for the Blind Providing safety, independence and companionship to the blind and visually impaired by partnering them with exceptional guide dogs throughout their lifetime.

ST1219 Guide Dogs of America Guide Dogs of America provides guide dogs and instruction in their use, free of charge, to blind and visually impaired men and women so that they may pursue their goals with mobility and independence.

ST1434 Habitat for Humanity Help achieve our vision: a world where everyone has a decent place to live. God's love in action: bringing people together, building homes, communities, hope.

ST341 Habitat for Humanity International Sweat equity. Christian housing ministry working to end poverty by partnering with families in need to build affordable homes, stabilize neighborhoods, and preserve communities.

ST1527 Hacienda Children's Hospital Our 24-bed hospital provides non-emergency, non-surgical, step-down medical care to children and hands-on training to each parent all in a tranquil, family-centered atmosphere.

ST1404 Hacienda HealthCare Enriching the lives of children and young adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities as well as complex medical needs. Supporting families by providing quality care to their loved ones.

ST1201 Hacienda Skilled Nursing Facility Inc Enriching the lives of children and young adults with intellectual/developmental disabilities as well as complex medical needs. Supporting families by providing quality care to their loved ones.

ST1352 Handicap International Co-winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, we support people with disabilities and other vulnerable groups in situations of conflict, natural disaster, exclusion, and poverty.

ST674 Handi-Dogs Handi-Dogs is dedicated to helping seniors and people with disabilities gain independence and improve their quality of life through specialized training of service dogs, assistance and therapy dogs.

ST675 Happy Tails Service Dogs Happy Tails teaches individuals with physical disabilities how to train their dog to assist them to live more independently in their home and community.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST1528 Haven Totes, Inc. Haven Totes provides weekend food to elementary school age children from low income

families.ST676 HawkWatch International The mission of HawkWatch International is to conserve our environment through education,

longterm monitoring, and scientific research on raptors as indicators of ecosystem health.

ST1529 Healing the Children Is an international, nonprofit organization dedicated to helping underserved children around the world secure the medical care they desperately need to live more fulfilling lives.

ST228 Health Volunteers Overseas Trains, mentors and provides critical professional support to more than 3000 healthcare providers who care for the neediest populations in over 25 countries.

ST876 Heart Disease Research Institute Awards grants to hospitals that do research and treat heart disease patients. Ships medical supplies, equipment and humanitarian aid to hospitals.

ST229 Heifer International Helps poor families worldwide become self-sufficient by providing livestock and training in animal management, environmentally-sound farming and community development.

ST230 Helen Keller International Saves the sight and lives of the vulnerable and disadvantaged; combats the causes and consequences of blindness, poor health and malnutrition.

ST1479 Helen's Hope Chest Helen's Hope Chest provides clothing, school supplies, hygiene items, gifts, and other basic needs items to over 12,000 foster and kinship children at no cost to the clients.

ST1535 Helping Hands: Monkey Helpers Providing specially-trained monkeys and life-time support, free of charge, to veterans and others with disabilities. These companions assist with daily tasks, providing independence and companionship.

ST1370 HIAS For more than 130 years, HIAS has been helping refugees rebuild their lives in safety and freedom.

ST1481 Homeless Youth Connection Homeless Youth Connection raises awareness and provides homeless youth with basic necessities, case management, housing, counseling, life skills and more so they can stay in school and graduate.

ST1066 Homes For Our Troops Our mission is to build and donate specially adapted custom homes nationwide for severely injured post-9/11 Veterans, to enable them to rebuild their lives.

ST1537 Honduras Hope Meals for hungry children, scholarships for secondary school opportunities, healthcare in remote village clinics, and improved sanitation. Helping the poor, sick, and hungry of Honduras.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST1538 Hope Abides According to UNICEF, one in every three malnourished children in the world is from India.

Hope Abides provides food, shelter and education to some of the estimated 25 million orphans of India.

ST345 Hospice Foundation of America Supporting individuals through life-ending illness and assisting families /caregivers with grief and loss. We emphasize hospice and palliative care while providing public and professional education.

ST682 Hospice of the Valley Hospice of the Valley provides compassionate palliative and hospice care for adults and children throughout central Arizona, regardless of insurance status or financial means.

ST1083 House of Refuge Helping homeless families in crisis by providing transitional housing and supportive services that assist children and adults as they strive towards self-sufficiency and obtain permanent housing.

ST1348 Humane Society of Southern Arizona The Humane Society of Southern Arizona, in Tucson, serves animals with shelter and adoption services; low-cost spay, neuter, and vaccinations, and education programs and anti-cruelty efforts.

ST500 Interfaith Community Services Volunteer-based services to low income elderly and disabled people, including a food bank, emergency financial assistance, Mobile Meals, caregiving, health advocacy and job-searching resources.

ST1540 International Aid, Inc. International Aid tangibly demonstrates the love of Christ to a hurting world through it's ministries: Health Products Services, Medical Equipment Services, and Disaster Relief.

ST1422 International AIDS Vaccine Initiative Support and promote the development of and accessibility to a human immunodeficiency virus, HIV, vaccine to prevent the spread of acquired immunodeficiency syndrome, AIDS, throughout the world.

ST1354 International Center for Research on Women (ICRW)

Create a brighter, more equitable future for women and girls. ICRW empowers women, advances gender equality and fights poverty through research, capacity building and advocacy.

ST231 International Eye Foundation A global leader in sustainability programming changing how eye care is delivered in the developing world through training, technical assistance, and investments in capacity building.

ST990 International Hearing Dog, Inc. International Hearing Dog, Inc. trains rescued shelter dogs to be service Hearing Dogs for the deaf and hard-of-hearing, with and without multiple disabilities, at no cost to the recipient.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST854 International Medical Corps Global humanitarian organization saving lives and building self-reliance by providing vital

medical care; training healthcare providers; rebuilding clinics; and improving water & sanitation.

ST232 International Orthodox Christian Charities Provides humanitarian/development assistance to people in U.S., Africa, Asia, Europe and the Middle East who have been devastated by man-made and natural disasters.

ST233 International Relief Teams Alleviates human suffering by providing health services and other assistance to victims of disaster, poverty and neglect, in the United States and around the world.

ST234 International Rescue Committee, Inc. Responding to the world’s worst humanitarian crises, helping people to survive, recover and reclaim control of their future.

ST1289 Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America, Inc.

Help address critical issues facing Iraq and Afghanistan veterans and their families, including mental health injuries, Traumatic Brain Injury, high suicide rates and staggering unemployment.

ST1383 JDRF International JDRF is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. Our strength lies in our exclusive focus and singular influence on the worldwide effort to end T1D.

ST570 Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS) Jewish Family & Children’s Service provides behavioral health, medical, domestic violence, prevention, child and family welfare, job readiness, transitional/foster care youth and older adult services.

ST1292 Keep a Child Alive Our mission is to realize the end of AIDS for children and families, by combating the physical, social and economic impacts of HIV.

ST1371 KickStart International Our mission is to get millions of people out of poverty quickly, cost-effectively and sustainably.

ST970 Kingman Aid to Abused People Kingman Aid to Abused People provides emergency crisis shelter and supportive services to domestic and sexual assault victims.

ST501 La Frontera Center La Frontera is a nonprofit community-based agency providing a full array of mental health, substance abuse and psychiatric rehabilitation services to approximately 10,000 children, youth and adults.

ST1546 Landmine Removal - The HALO Trust USA HALO removes landmines, cluster bombs, weapons, and other explosive remnants of war, so communities can return home, plant crops and raise their families in safety

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST691 Leukemia Foundation for Arizona's

ChildrenOur programs provide responsive programs for the needs of families with Leukemic children. We provide financial support as well as other programs all designed to provide relief to the families.

ST438 Leukemia Research Foundation Funds research to find a cure for leukemia and other blood cancers and provides emotional, educational and financial support to patients and their families.

ST201 Liberty Wildlife, Inc Liberty Wildlife nurtures the nature of Arizona through rescue and rehabilitation of native wildlife, natural history education programs, research and conservation and sustainability methods.

ST1195 Living Water International Where water is inaccessible, poverty is pervasive. Clean water improves community health, and unlocks educational and economic opportunity. We demonstrate God's love by offering safe, clean water.

ST1405 Los Niños Hospital Our 15-bed hospital provides families with an intimate, home-like setting in which they can focus on their child’s health and the hands-on training they will need to care for their child at home.

ST1233 LuMind Research Down Syndrome Foundation

LuMind RDS raises funds and grants awards to groundbreaking Down syndrome cognition research to improve learning, memory and speech and delay or prevent the early onset of Alzheimer’s disease.

ST1550 Lung Cancer Research Foundation Lung cancer is the number one cause of cancer death worldwide. The Lung Cancer Research Foundation funds groundbreaking research to help find a cure.

ST502 Lutheran Social Services of the Southwest Stabilizing during times of crisis, building a self-reliant foundation, preserving dignity and respect for our most fragile populations in Arizona.

ST236 Lutheran World Relief Affirming God's love for all people, we work with Lutherans and partners around the world to end poverty, injustice and human suffering.

ST503 Make Way for Books We provide programming to ensure children birth to five have the pre-reading, language, and literacy skills to succeed when they get to kindergarten.

ST120 Make-A-Wish Arizona Make-A-Wish Arizona grants the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human spirit with hope, strength and joy.

ST1168 Make-A-Wish Foundation® of America We grant the wishes of children with life-threatening medical conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.

ST532 MAP International A global health and relief organization that partners with people living in conditions of poverty to save lives and develop healthier families and communities.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST159 March of Dimes March of Dimes mission is to prevent premature birth, birth defects, and infant mortality

through community programs and services, research, education, and advocacy efforts.

ST1343 Marine Corps -- Law Enforcement Foundation

Scholarships awarded to children of fallen, active duty Marines or Federal Law Enforcement. Assistance for children of Marines for medical expenses not covered by insurance.

ST1141 MASK (Mothers Awareness on School-age Kids)

MASK mission is to engage and educate parents, children and the community about the issues facing our youth and to empower children to make safe, healthy choices.

ST1294 Matthew 25: Ministries Helping the poorest of the poor. By rescuing and reusing products from major corporations, we can effectively provide basic necessities, educational opportunities and disaster relief.

ST440 MAZON: A Jewish Response to Hunger Founded in 1985, we are a national nonprofit organization working to end hunger among people of all faiths and backgrounds in the US and Israel.

ST1321 Medical Teams International A humanitarian relief and development organization serving vulnerable people impacted by disaster, conflict and poverty around the world.

ST1296 Melanoma Research Foundation To support medical RESEARCH for finding effective treatments and eventually a cure for melanoma. To EDUCATE and act as an ADVOCATE for the melanoma community.

ST237 Mercy Corps Mercy Corps empowers people to survive through crisis, build better lives and transform their communities for good.

ST441 Mercy Ships Delivers free world-class healthcare to some of the world's poorest nations while training local surgeons and medical workers, increasing developing African nations' healthcare capacity.

ST1172 Mesa Community Action Network Mesa Community Action Network, Inc. (MesaCAN) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit community action agency, offering direct services to economically disadvantaged residents of Mesa and Maricopa County, Arizona.

ST987 Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund

MALDEF promotes and protects the civil rights of Latinos in the areas of Education, Employment, Immigrant Rights, Political Access and administers scholarships for Law students.

ST442 Mission Aviation Fellowship Christian, humanitarian organization using aviation, communications, and education technologies to bring the Gospel, medical care, and other life-sustaining services to isolated areas of the world.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST1554 Mulligan's Manor LGBTQ Residential

Service for youthWe re an LGBTQ friendly home for youth brought to us by the Department of Child Safety. A "Mulligan" is a second chance to be treated with the love and respect that every child needs and deserves.

ST444 Multiple Sclerosis National Research Institute

Conducts research towards understanding, treating and halting the progression of multiple sclerosis and related diseases. Current research progress is promising. Please help us find cures.

ST160 Muscular Dystrophy Association At MDA,we are fighting to free individuals from the harmful effects of muscular dystrophy, ALS and related life-threatening diseases so they can live longer and grow stronger.

ST1553 NAACP Foundation Protecting and advancing civil rights by eliminating disparities in: education, criminal justice, economic opportunity, health care, housing, environmental justice, legal redress and emergency relief.

ST1457 National Black Child Development Institute

Works to improve and advance the quality of life for Black children and families through advocacy, education and other outreach programs.

ST359 National Center for Missing & Exploited Children

Our mission is to serve as a resource center for law enforcement, families and the public to help find missing children, reduce child sexual exploitation and prevent child victimization.

ST1080 National Council of La Raza (NCLR) NCLR is the largest national Hispanic civil rights and advocacy organization in the United States and works to build a stronger America by creating opportunities for Latinos.

ST702 National Disaster Search Dog Foundation Our mission is to strengthen disaster response in America by rescuing and recruiting dogs and partnering them with first responders to find people buried alive in the wreckage of disasters.

ST124 National Down Syndrome Society Strives to be the national advocate for the value, acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome, focusing on public policy and public awareness.

ST1552 National Fallen Firefighters Foundation Honor and Remember America's Fallen Fire Heroes, Assist their Survivors, and work to Prevent Firefighter Deaths and Injuries.

ST1322 National Forest Foundation Improving the health and diversity of our National Forest System through wildlife habitat conservation, watershed restoration, recreational enhancements and community-based stewardship programs.

ST383 National Foundation for Transplants National Foundation for Transplants provides emergency assistance to patients. Assistance includes travel aid, prescription and medical expense reimbursements, mortgage and utility assistance.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST145 National Kidney Foundation of Arizona The Kidney Foundation provides direct patient assistance with medications, transportation,

dental care, food, nutritional supplements, rent, utilities, scholarships, and free health screenings

ST161 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.

ST176 National Parks Conservation Association NPCA preserves national parks from Yellowstone to Shiloh; protects endangered wildlife and cultural sites; promotes new parks; defends against pollution, inappropriate development and overcrowding.

ST1385 National Psoriasis Foundation To drive efforts to cure psoriatic disease and improve the lives of those affected.ST1119 NATIVE HEALTH Native American Community Health Center, Inc. (NATIVE HEALTH) provides primary medical,

dental, WIC and behavioral health services to urban Native American and other populations in the Phoenix area.

ST178 Natural Resources Defense Council NRDC works to protect our environment for years to come. Successes include tough limits on global warming pollution, protections for rare whales and safer household products.

ST1469 Navigators, The Provides a spiritual presence on military bases alongside chaplains, and brings hope to military personnel and their families through meaningful relationships with Jesus Christ.

ST447 Nazarene Compassionate Ministries, Inc. Challenged by faith to end poverty. Promotes long-term solutions to poverty through training, gifts-in-kind, economic and community development; also responds to disasters.

ST1374 Near East Foundation NEF supports grassroots, community-based initiatives that help highly vulnerable communities in the Middle East and Africa achieve economic security, social wellbeing, and good governance.

ST1008 Neighbor To Nation Our charities provide essential services to global citizens who are homeless, hungry, disabled, sick, orphans, and affected by natural disasters.

ST1298 Neurologic Music Therapy Services of Arizona

Neurologic Music Therapy Service of Arizona’s (NMTSA) serves individuals with disabilities and their families. For more information please visit: www.NMTSA.org

ST604 New Pathways for Youth New Pathways for Youth provides at-risk youth, ages 9-21 with: One to One Mentoring, Intensive Retreats, College and Career Readiness, Life Skills Development, Parenting and After-School programming.

ST259 North American Council on Adoptable Children

More than 100,000 foster children need adoptive families. Your donation helps us find loving parents for these children, support adoptive families, and raise adoption awareness.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST1551 Northern Arizona Veterans Resource

CentersHomeless prevention and housing placement, case management and financial subsidies to veterans and their families at risk of, or currently experiencing homelessness.

ST1389 notMYkid notMYkid provides prevention education to youth, parents, and educators on: substance abuse, bullying, body image, depression/self-injury/suicide, unhealthy relationships, and Internet safety.

ST1231 OneSky for all children A 501c3 that creates scalable, early intervention programs that provide nurturing, responsive care that unlocks the hidden potential of the world's most vulnerable children.

ST448 Operation Blessing International Relief and Development Corp.

Dedicated to alleviating human need and suffering throughout the world through hunger relief, clean water, medical aid, disaster relief and community development programs since 1978.

ST1300 Operation Homefront Be a caring Patriot! Support Operation Homefront's effort to build strong, stable and secure military families through emergency financial and other assistance.

ST714 Operation USA Operation USA supports health and education programs in order to help children and families at home and abroad recover and thrive in the wake of disasters, disease, violence and endemic poverty.

ST238 Opportunity International We unleash the power of entrepreneurs in the developing world. Our services allow more people to expand their businesses, create jobs and change the world.

ST1485 Opportunity4Kids Opportunity4Kids is organized to foster out-of-school time involvement, to further mental and social development and allow equal opportunities for all children.

ST1458 Ovarian Cancer Research Fund Alliance Your gift funds cutting-edge research on more effective identification and new treatments as we strive to find a cure for ovarian cancer.

ST239 Oxfam America Oxfam is a global movement of people working together to end the injustice of poverty.

ST1355 Pact Pact enables systemic solutions that allow people to earn a dignified living, be healthy, and benefit from their environment, transforming lives in over 30 countries.

ST1356 Pan American Development Foundation Empowers disadvantaged people in Latin America and the Caribbean to achieve economic and social progress, strengthen civil society, and prepare for and respond to disasters.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST1049 Pancreatic Cancer Action Network The Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is a nationwide network of people dedicated to

working together to advance research, support patients and create hope for those affected by pancreatic cancer.

ST1549 Parent Aid Child Abuse Prevention center Our Parenting Classes create opportunities for families to obtain parenting skills. Parent Partners Program is a long-term intensive home visitation program that improves parental capabilities.

ST1171 Partners In Health Our mission is to provide a preferential option for the poor in health care. ST855 PATH PATH’s mission is to improve the health of people around the world by advancing

technologies, strengthening systems, and encouraging healthy behaviors.ST1451 Paws With A Cause Paws With A Cause® enhances the independence and quality of life for people with disabilities

nationally through custom-trained Assistance Dogs.ST1548 Payson Christian Clinic Payson Christian Clinic is a 501(c)3 licensed medical treatment center for the working poor.

We are a group of medical professionals who provide whole person care to the uninsured/under-insured.

ST368 Pearl S. Buck International Inc. Provides opportunities to explore and appreciate other cultures, builds better lives for children and promotes the legacy of our founder by preserving and interpreting her National Landmark home.

ST1547 Pets for Patriots Provide recovery and transform the lives of veterans, wounded warriors and active duty military through the adoption and care of at-risk shelter dogs and cats.

ST1123 PetSmart Charities, Inc. We are the leading funder of animal welfare programs by providing funding to animal welfare organizations for spay/neuter, adoption, and emergency relief nationwide.

ST1545 Philippine Children's Hunger Fund Provides for the needs of desperate, starving children;food, education and medical care.

ST1414 Philippine's Children's Shelter We operate four homes and a school for orphaned, abused, abandoned, and homeless children in the Philippines. We provide food, shelter, medicine, education and love.

ST829 Phoenix Children's Hospital Arizona's only freestanding children's hospital, providing world-class care in over 75 pediatric specialties to meet the needs of out state's sickest kids.

ST721 Phoenix Guide Dog Raisers, Inc. Phoenix Guide Dog Raisers raises funds to assist volunteers who house and provide basic training to Guide Dog for the Blind puppies until they return to the GDB campus for formal training.

ST722 Phoenix Rescue Mission Phoenix Rescue Mission is a place of hope, healing, and new beginnings for men, women, and children struggling with homelessness, addiction, and trauma.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST241 Plan International USA Plan International USA is part of a global organization that works with communities in 52

developing countries to end the cycle of poverty for children.ST1544 Poverello House of Tucson Poverello House is a house of day time hospitality for homeless men, open 5 days per week.

Guests have access to food, showers, laundry facilities, clothing and a home environment off the streets.

ST1452 Prescott Area Shelter Services Prescott Area Shelter Services (PASS) mission is to serve women, families, and veterans by providing temporary housing, resources, individualized case management and a pathway to permanent housing.

ST911 Prevent Child Abuse Arizona Our mission is to shift the public conversation about child maltreatment so that prevention is the priority. We do this through an array of child abuse prevention and education services.

ST1323 Prison Fellowship International Prison Fellowship International follows God’s call to proclaim the Gospel and to alleviate the suffering of prisoners and their families around the world.

ST243 Project HOPE Provides sustainable improvements in health around the globe through education and humanitarian assistance with more than 92 percent of revenues dedicated to programs.

ST1543 Purple Heart Service Foundation, Inc. The Purple Heart Service Foundation, Inc.'s mission is to honor the sacrifice military veterans make for our country by helping them make a smooth transition from the battlefield to the home front.

ST932 Rails-to-Trails Conservancy Converts thousands of miles of unused railroad corridors into public trails for walking, bicycling, hiking, skating, horseback-riding, cross-country skiing, wildlife habitats and nature appreciation.

ST727 Rainbow Acres Rainbow Acres is a Christian residential community that empowers adults with developmental disabilities to live to their full potential with dignity and purpose.

ST850 Rainforest Alliance The Rainforest Alliance works to conserve biodiversity and ensure sustainable livelihoods by transforming land-use practices, business practices and consumer behavior.

ST728 Raising Special Kids Raising Special Kids improves the lives of Arizona's children with disabilities by providing families, with support, education, information and individual assistance.

ST887 Rape, Abuse and Incest National Network (RAINN)

RAINN is the nation’s largest anti-sexual violence org, operates the National Sexual Assault Hotline (800.656.HOPE and online.rainn.org), helps victims and ensures rapists are brought to justice.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST1542 Rebuilding Together Valley of the Sun RTVOS provides free critical home repairs and modifications for low-income seniors, families,

veterans and disabled individuals allowing them safer, more independent, comfortable lives.

ST1381 Refugees International Refugees receive food, shelter and protection; displaced families return home, stateless people obtain legal status, the vulnerable protected. We advocate to resolve refugee crises.

ST1304 Reid Park Zoological Society Funds will support the Zoo's education programs on-site and at Southern Arizona schools, conservation efforts, habitat enhancements, capital projects, and the Apprentice Zookeeper training program.

ST1541 Restore America's Estuaries Restore America's Estuaries is dedicated to the protection and restoration of bays and estuaries as essential resources for our nation.

ST1394 Retinoblastoma of Arizona retinoblastoma family support, education, limited financial assistance, quarterly events for our families to meet and socialize, mother's coffee meetings, resources for medical and flight assistance

ST1489 RIALTO THEATRE The Rialto Theatre Foundation is dedicated to the stewardship and preservation of the historic Rialto Theatre, a unique entertainment venue, offering a broad range of high-quality performing arts.

ST1375 Rise Against Hunger formerly Stop Hunger Now

Provides food and life changing aid to the world's most vulnerable and supports the movement to end hunger in our lifetime.

ST1009 River Cities United Way Advancing the common good by creating opportunities for a better life for all within Mohave and La Paz Counties, Laughlin Nevada and Needles California.

ST1539 River Fund, Inc. For all people in need: Utilities, rent, transportation, domestic violence, medical, loss of life, veterans, appliances, shelter, work cards, legal papers, veh repairs & other on case-by-case basis.

ST730 Ronald McDonald House Charities of Phoenix, Inc.

Provide temporary housing for families traveling to Phoenix to receive medical treatment for their children and programs that directly benefit children and their families.

ST132 Ronald McDonald House Charities® We provide compassionate care and resources to children and families served by leading hospitals, provide access to quality health care, and enable family-centered care worldwide.

ST244 Rotary Foundation of Rotary International Our mission is to advance world understanding, goodwill and peace through the improvement of health, the support of education and the alleviation of poverty.

ST593 The Salvation Army The Salvation Army offers a range of social services including food assistance, disaster relief, programs for seiors and youth, emergency and DV shelter.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST1048 Ryan House Through our world-class care and programs, we embrace all children and their families as they

navigate life-limiting or end-of-life journeys.ST452 Samaritan's Purse Christian relief agency, led by Franklin Graham, providing food, medicine, clothing, shelter,

and other emergency assistance to victims of war, poverty, disease, and natural disasters.

ST246 Save the Children Our mission is to inspire breakthroughs in the way the world treats children, and to achieve immediate and lasting change in their lives.

ST375 SAVE THE MANATEE CLUB Advocacy and educational outreach for manatees and habitat; collaboration in global manatee research and rescue, rehabilitation, and release efforts of sick, injured, and orphaned manatees worldwide.

ST1536 Saving One Life Animal Rescue We focus on rescuing abandoned and surrendered felines, particularly those greatest risk for euthanasia.

ST1222 SEE International Committed to restoring sight and transforming lives of blind people in developing countries. Since 1974, nearly half a million people have received free eye surgery.

ST376 Seeing Eye, Inc. Since 1929, The Seeing Eye has been enhancing the independence, dignity and self-confidence of individuals who are blind and visually-impaired through the use of Seeing Eye dogs.

ST880 Semper Fi Fund Immediate financial assistance and lifetime support provided to wounded, critically ill, and injured service members and their families. A+ and 4 stars rating.

ST1417 Seva Foundation Seva Foundation works in more than 20 countries spanning the globe, including the United States. Providing access to eye care for people in isolated communities is our highest priority.

ST184 Sierra Club Foundation Fights to preserve wilderness and protect environmental quality worldwide through a powerful combination of education, scientific research, publishing and litigation

ST654 Skin and Dental Dysfunction Foundation provides dentures, support services, and hope to children left toothless from ectodermal dysplasias, a rare disorder. Funds research to find improved treatment options and cures.

ST583 Society of St. Vincent de Paul SVdP supports the needy and suffering in Arizona. We serve homeless individuals, seniors, and low-income families by providing showers, clothes, food, utility assistance, and medical and dental care.

ST1453 Soldiers' Angels With our vast nationwide volunteer network, we provide aid and comfort to America's service members, wounded warriors, their families and the growing veteran population.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST1534 SOUNDS Academy SOUNDS Academy is a non-profit music education organization that teaches, mentors, and

provides musical experiences and opportunities for underserved youth and Title 1 schools.

ST506 Southern Arizona Children's Advocacy Center

To protect and support children through a coordinated response to child maltreatment that includes intervention, assessment, and prevention.

ST1424 Special Forces Family Fund In a Special Forces family, every member serves. Support SF families before, during, and after each soldier's deployment through community events, tuition assistance, family care.

ST748 Special Olympics Arizona, Inc. Motor skill development for toddlers; traditional and inclusive sports; school and community-based programs for children and adults with and without intellectual disabilities.

ST1248 Special Operations Warrior Foundation Provide scholarship grants and counseling to children of special operations who die in the line of duty. Provide financial assistance to wounded special operations personnel.

ST1533 SPOT 127 - KJZZ Youth Media Center, a FPRAZ Program

Friends of Public Radio Arizona supports the future excellence of our community's public radio programs and broadens its support. SPOT 127 Youth Media Center is one program we support.

ST587 St. Joseph the Worker (SJW) Unique job development services that include the crucial uniforms, tools, safety equipment, and transportation resources needed for economically deprived job seekers to secure quality employment.

ST139 St. Jude Children's Research Hospital Researches and treats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Families never billed by St. Jude for treatment, travel, housing or food. Discoveries freely shared worldwide.

ST588 St. Mary's Food Bank Alliance St. Mary's conducts a number of food distribution activities for low-income food insecure people. These include emergency food boxes, children’s feeding programs and mobile and school pantries.

ST1347 StreetLightUSA StreetLightUSA is a residential center serving victims of child sex trafficking and sexual trauma and providing trauma-informed crisis intervention and stabilization services to girls age 11-17.

ST1532 Sun Sounds of Arizona, a FPRAZ program Friends of Public Radio Arizona supports the future excellence of our community's public radio programs and broadens its support. Sun Sounds of Arizona is one program we support.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST180 Surfrider Foundation Protects and preserves the world's ocean, waves and beaches, through a powerful activist

network. Activities include: water quality monitoring, environmental education and grassroots activism.

ST757 Teen Challenge of Arizona, Inc. Teen Challenge is a residential drug & alcohol recovery program, with an 86% success rate and conducts drug awareness, education & prevention presentations in schools

ST589 Teen Lifeline Teen Lifeline’s a safe, confidential, crucial crisis service where teens help teens make healthy decisions through a 24-hour peer counseling crisis hotline and suicide prevention services.

ST847 The ALS Association Arizona Chapter We help patients and families cope with the day-to-day challenges of living with ALS by providing Home Visits, Information, resources and referrals, Medical equipment, Respite care & Transportation.

ST1531 The Arizona Pet Project The Arizona Pet Project prevents pet homelessness by keeping pets in homes. Formerly Friends of Animal Care & Control, we’ve helped reduce euthanasia 83% via shelter intervention and spay & neuter.

ST291 The Carter Center Waging Peace. Fighting Disease. Building Hope. Led by former President Jimmy Carter and Rosalynn Carter, the Center advances human rights and alleviates unnecessary human suffering.

ST591 The Centers for Habilitation TCH serves clients with disabilities (Down syndrome, Cerebral Palsy, & Autism) through programs such as Community Living, Employment Services, Day Programs, Home Based Services and Ability One.

ST181 The Conservation Fund Conservation should work for all Americans. That's why we create solutions that make environmental AND economic sense. 96% of every gift goes directly into conservation.

ST764 The Haven The Haven offers residential and outpatient treatment services to women who are struggling to overcome the disease of addiction.

ST135 The Hole in the Wall Gang Fund Founded by Paul Newman, a non-profit summer camp and year-round center providing free services to children with life-threatening illnesses.

ST844 The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society The mission of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is to cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.

ST354 The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research

Dedicated to finding a cure for Parkinson’s disease through an aggressively funded research agenda. Ensuring the development of improved therapies for those living with Parkinson’s.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST182 The Nature Conservancy in Arizona Our mission is to conserve the lands and waters on which all life depends. Our vision is to

sustain Arizona's rich natural diversity and healthy economy for the benefit of people and nature.

ST1530 The Neighborhood Christian Clinic The Clinic performs medical and dental visits, dispenses medications, provides on-site labs, diabetic, gynecology, and chiropractic care and offers referrals to a volunteer network of subspecialists.

ST183 The Peregrine Fund Saves, eagles, condors, falcons, and other endangered birds through research, breeding, and conservation programs. Helps preserve rainforests. Educates children and adults about nature and science.

ST245 The Salvation Army World Service Office (SAWSO)

With a presence in 127 countries, we work alongside communities to improve the health, economic and spiritual conditions of the world's most vulnerable.

ST740 The Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation (SAAF)

The Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation (SAAF) provides care services and prevention education and outreach to the people of Southern Arizona living with, affected by, or at risk for HIV and AIDS.

ST382 The TMJ Association, Ltd. To improve the care and treatment of those affected by Temporomandibular Disorders (TMJ) through fostering scientific research, advocating for patients, and providing educational resources.

ST899 The V Foundation A charitable organization dedicated to saving lives by raising money to fund cancer research and awareness projects.

ST453 The Voice of the Martyrs, Inc. Serving over 4 million persecuted Christians in 68 nations by empowering, equipping, rebuilding and encouraging; bringing Christ's hope through Bibles, medicines, shelter, training and aid.

ST1211 Thurgood Marshall College Fund Provides scholarships, leadership development and career preparation. Represents America’s 47 publicly-supported Historically Black Colleges and Universities with nearly 300,000 students.

ST1526 Tucson Wildlife Center Tucson Wildlife Center is the last full service wildlife rescue in Southern Arizona, treating over 3,000 animals annually. All rescue and educational services are free of charge to the public.

ST422 Unbound (formerly Christian Foundation for Children and Aging)

Unbound empowers children in poverty to pave a pathway to their dreams through education. We partner with their families to create a more promising future.

ST248 UNICEF USA We believe in a world where ZERO children die from causes we can prevent. Join us, and we can get there.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST249 Unitarian Universalist Service Committee UUSC advances human rights and social justice. Our innovative approaches and impact are

grounded in the belief that all people have inherent dignity and rights.ST164 United Cerebral Palsy of Central Arizona UCP we serve children and adults with many disabilities. Our Services include respite

care,therapy, after school programs, early childhood intervention, and adult programs.

ST1336 United Leukodystrophy Foundation Serves individuals and families affected by leukodystrophy by exchanging information and promoting progress on research, treatment and prevention.

ST250 United Methodist Committee on Relief (UMCOR)

To alleviate human suffering. We provide practical, proactive support to the most vulnerable survivors of chronic or temporary emergencies due to natural or civil causes.

ST1376 United Seamen's Service Provides overseas health and welfare services to the American Merchant Marine, seafarers of allied nations, US Govt, military & civilian personnel.

ST1503 United States Veterans Initiative U.S.VETS – Prescott provides housing, employment, counseling, and comprehensive support services through one-on-one case management to homeless veterans throughout the Northern Arizona Region.

ST1011 United Way of Northern Arizona Our Mission: Improving lives by mobilizing communities to make lasting changes in community conditions.

ST837 United Way of Pinal County Improves lives by mobilizing communities to make lasting changes in community conditions.

ST1012 United Way of Santa Cruz County Organization raising funds and partnering with local agencies that help create positive, measurable changes in the lives of Santa Cruz County's children, families and seniors.

ST1013 United Way of Tucson and Southern Arizona

United Way is disrupting the cycle of poverty in Tucson and Southern Arizona. We are building education from cradle to career, providing financial stability, and improving the health of our community.

ST596 UPWARD for children and families We provide inclusive child care for infants and children, special education & outpatient therapy for children with disabilities, and day treatment for adults with severe disabilities.

ST1502 USA Swimming Support the sport of swimming from grassroots to gold medals! Drowning prevention, learn-to-swim programs, and national swimming events lead to international competitive excellence.

ST1016 Valley of the Sun United Way Building a better community by ensuring children and youth succeed, ending hunger and homelessness and increasing financial stability of families and individuals.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST600 VALLEYLIFE VALLEYLIFE enhances the quality of life for persons with developmental and physical

disabilities through its 25 group homes, 11 day activity centers, vocational program and home-based services.

ST1174 VETERAN TICKETS FOUNDATION Vet Tix * provides tickets to events which reduce stress, strengthen family bonds, build life-long memories and encourage service members and veterans to stay engaged with local communitieS.

ST386 Veterans of Foreign Wars Foundation Help support troops, veterans, and their families with financial aid, educational scholarships, VA claims counseling, employment assistance, and more. All services provided at no charge.

ST1501 Vineyard Community Charities Transforming lives by providing supplemental/emergency food, help related services, and events/educational opportunities resulting in stronger individuals, healthier families and a better community.

ST929 Waste Not Our mission is to help alleviate local hunger. We rescue perishable food that would otherwise go to waste in order to feed hungry kids and adults in the Valley.

ST784 Water For People An international organization that supports the development of sustainable drinking water resources, sanitation facilities, and hygiene education programs in developing countries.

ST786 West Yavapai Guidance Clinic Since 1966, West Yavapai Guidance Clinic has been providing high quality mental health, crisis and addiction services to children and adults in western Yavapai County.

ST791 WHEAT WHEAT is an anti-hunger organization that educates, advocates, motivates and empowers individuals to action in the fight against hunger, including job training and clothing assistance.

ST1036 Whispering Hope Ranch Foundation WHRF provides hope and healing to those with special needs or challenging illnesses through the wonders of camp, the beauty of nature and the human-animal connection.

ST209 Wild At Heart Wild At Heart is a volunteer organization dedicated to the preservation of Arizona's wildlife through the rescue and rehabilitation of injured and orphaned birds of prey and educational outreach.

ST1433 WildAid WildAid’s mission is to end the illegal wildlife trade in our lifetimes. WildAid works to reduce global consumption of wildlife products by persuading consumers and strengthening enforcement.

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2017 SECC Approved CharitiesST1358 Wildlife For Tomorrow WFT supports programs to enhance the protection and enjoyment of wildlife and provides

education to youth and the public about conservation of Arizona’s wildlife resources.

ST252 Women for Women International Women for Women International helps women survivors of war and conflict rebuild their lives through a yearlong comprehensive social and economic empowerment program.

ST253 World Relief Provides emergency relief and community-based solutions to alleviate poverty in 27 countries and provides assistance to refugees in the United States.

ST1357 World Renew Fighting poverty, hunger & injustice through partnerships & locally originated community development programs; responding to disasters with emergency supplies & reconstruction of homes & livelihoods.

ST254 World Vision Relief and development organization helping children worldwide by tackling causes of poverty and developing access to clean water, food, health care, education and economic opportunity.

ST187 World Wildlife Fund Multinational conservation organization working worldwide to combat climate change, save endangered animals, protect wild habitats and transform market forces to act in harmony with nature

ST793 Yavapai Big Brothers Big Sisters Yavapai Big Brothers Big Sisters provides at-risk children with strong, enduring, and supported, one-to-one mentoring relationships that change their lives fundamentally for the better, forever.

ST799 YMCA of Southern Arizona The Y is dedicated to strengthening our community through programs focused on youth development, healthy living and social responsibility.

ST1075 ZERO - The End of Prostate Cancer ZERO is the leading national nonprofit with the mission to end prostate cancer. ZERO advances research, improves the lives of men and families, and inspires action.

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