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Charities
Charity Name	Code	Federation / Group	Description
ABC of NC Fndn.	1801	Independent Agency	ABC of NC is a non-profit dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based diagnostic, therapeutic, and educational services to people with autism spectrum disorder; ensuring service accessibility to individuals from any economic background; and advocating for inclusion and acceptance.
American Council of the Blind	2486	CHC: Creating Healthier Comm - Member	Our mission is to increase the independence, security, equality of opportunity, and quality of life for all blind and visually impaired people.
Arc of High Point	1423-037	UW Gtr High Point - Member	The Arc of High Point is committed to securing for all people with intellectual and developmental disabilities the opportunity to choose and realize their goals of where and how they live, learn, work and play.
Arc of NC, The	1008	CHC: Creating Healthier Comm - Member	Committed to securing for all people with intellectual & developmental disabilities the opportunity to choose & realize their goals.
Assure the Future (J Iverson Riddle)	4099	Independent Agency	Assure the Future's mission is to provide enrichment activities not provided by the state for residents of the J. Iverson Riddle Developmental Center and to educate the community on ways to be inclusive of young children and adults with disabilities in everyday life.
Autism Society of NC	2543	Independent Agency	ASNC provides support and promotes opportunities that enhance the lives of individuals with autism and their families thru advocacy, training & education, and direct services.
Baptist Children’s Homes of NC	3641	Independent Agency	Baptist Children's Homes provides homes to abused/neglected children, families, developmentally disabled adults and Care Communities/Services for Senior adults as well as Adoption services.
Black Mountain Center Fndn.	1537	Independent Agency	Enhance Black Mountain Neuro-Medical Treatment Center's care of persons with intellectual developmental disabilities and specialized Alzheimer's/dementias, through programs, activities and equipment.
Cabarrus Cooperative Christian Ministry	4041	Independent Agency	CCM is Cabarrus County's largest crisis intervention provider, serving over 51,000 residents per year through its food, housing, financial assistance, and education services.
Canine Companions for Independence	1929	America's Best Charities - Member	A cold nose and a warm heart! Our companion dogs provide independence, assistance and friendship that transforms the lives of children and adults with disabilities.
Canines for Disabled Kids	2925	America's Best Charities - Member	Autism silences a child's laugh. Disability halts a child's life. These specially trained service dogs liberate children, promote independence and social awareness, and help families.
Canines for Service	3602	Independent Agency	Canines for Service provides highly trained Service Dogs at no cost or fundraising obligation to Veterans from all conflicts with service-connected disabilities.
Center for Volunteer Caregiving	3520	Independent Agency	Provide friendly visits, transportation to medical appointments and grocery, home chores, and caregiver respite to older adults and adults with disabilities living independently using trained volunteers.
Chive Charities	4044	Independent Agency	Chive Charities provides life-giving and life-changing aid where other resources fall short to veterans, military families, first responders, and rare medical individuals.
Disability Rights NC	1544	Independent Agency	DRNC is a state-wide legal advocacy agency fighting for the rights of people with disabilities in North Carolina. All services are at no cost.
Disabled Children’s Fund	2017	America's Best Charities - Member	Providing poor, disabled children worldwide with corrective surgery, free distribution of specialty wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, rehabilitation equipment and therapy. Serving war and disaster victims worldwide.
Dogs for the Deaf	5049	America's Best Charities - Member	Since 1977, Dogs for the Deaf has been rescuing, training and placing dogs from animal shelters to help people with different disabilities, challenges and needs.
Dream On 3	4195	Independent Agency	Dream On 3 grants sports dreams for kids and young adults who live with life-altering conditions including mental health challenges and intellectual disabilities.
Duke Children’s Hospital	1569	Independent Agency	Duke Children’s provides the most advanced medical treatment & research available in a compassionate, family-centered environment for children from the Southeast & around the world.
Durham Center for Senior Life	4109	Independent Agency	Our Mission is to enrich the lives of Durham seniors 55+ by promoting healthy, active and independent lifestyles. DCSL offers hundreds of free programs, services, classes, and events each year.
Easterseals UCP NC and VA	1012	CHC: Creating Healthier Comm - Member	Providing exceptional services to children, adults, and families with disabilities, mental health & substance use challenges so they can live their best possible life.
Extraordinary Ventures	4192	Independent Agency	Extraordinary Ventures is a non-profit that operates small businesses to create meaningful employment opportunities for adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities such as autism.
Families and Communities Rising	4193	Independent Agency	FCR (est. 1969) focuses on early education, childhood mental health, child abuse and neglect, and respite programs in Durham, Orange and Chatham Counties, and nationwide.
Families Moving Forward	3875	Independent Agency	Families Moving Forward helps families in the crisis of homelessness find their way home. We provide temporary housing, case management, skills education, and connection to community resources to help parents and children thrive in stable homes.
First In Families of NC	3734	Independent Agency	FIFNC supports people with developmental disabilities and their families to meet crucial social determinants of health by leveraging community resources.