Types of Charities
Human Interest Charities
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Giving to humanity is the act of a compassionate heart. These charities support human interests.
Faith Based
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These charities differ from secular charities in that their call to serve is based on scripture from the New Testament, the Torah, or other religious texts.
Animal Charities
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Just as people need help, so do our furry friends. Charities that help rescue animals and find them good homes save thousands of pets’ lives every year. Our top animal-charity pick is listed below. You can also look into finding a good animal charity local to your area.
Environmental Charities
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These organizations seek to protect, analyze or monitor the environment against misuse or degradation.
Arts & Culture Charities
These charities promote artistic and cultural excellence while preserving cultural heritage so that great works of the past and present are accessible, enjoyed, and preserved.
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Educational Charities
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These serve students from every age group, pre-school to graduate school and beyond. Some serve as the educational institutions while others focus on making education more accessible and effective.