1000 Mothers to Prevent Violence Mission is to alleviate the detrimental impact of violence through direct, practical and compassionate outreach services to victim-survivor families in the San Francisco Bay Area. Address: POBox 781, Hayward CA 94543 Voice: (510) 581-0100 Email: mothers1000@aol.com Web: http://1000mothers.org/ [06 Apr 2009]
2-1-1 For every day needs and in times of disaster, dial 2-1-1 to access hundreds of community services, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. 2-1-1 phone service is free, confidential and available in over 150 languages. You can also find the help you need by searching our online database. Voice: 211 Web: http://www.211BayArea.org [19 Jul 2008]
21 Grand Art Gallery & Performance Space A volunteer-run interdisciplinary arts space hell-bent on presenting a macrocosmic panoply of emerging and experimental artists, focusing on genre-bending and innovative works of visual arts and live art (i.e. performative and media art presented to a live audience). Events range from the populist to the academic. Located three blocks north of the 19th Street BART station. Address: 416 25th Street (at Broadway), Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 444-7263 (44GRAND) Email: 21grand@21grand.org Web: http://www.21grand.org/ [08 Apr 2007]
50 Years Is Enough: U.S. Network for Global Economic Justice A coalition of over 200 U.S. grassroots, women's, solidarity, faith-based, policy, social- and economic-justice, youth, labor and development organizations dedicated to the profound transformation of the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The Network works in solidarity with over 185 international partner organizations in more than 65 countries. Through education and action, the Network is committed to transforming the international financial institutions' policies and practices, to ending the outside imposition of neo-liberal economic programs, and to making the development process democratic and accountable. We were founded in 1994, on the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the founding of the World Bank and IMF. We focus on action-oriented economic literacy training, public mobilization, and policy advocacy. Web: http://www.50years.org/ [11 Feb 2007]
511 (Bay Area Transportation Information) A free phone and web service that provides transportation information for the nine-county Bay Area. 511 gives up-to-the-minute information on driving times, traffic conditions, public transit routes, fares and transit trip planning, instant carpool and vanpool referrals, bicycling information and more. Call 511 or visit 511.org. 511 is managed by a partnership of public agencies led by the Metropolitan Transportation Commission, the California Highway Patrol, and the California Department of Transportation. Web: http://www.511.org/ [03 Sep 2007]
A Better Way A non-profit agency providing foster care and adoption services throughout the Bay Area counties. Mission is to make a real difference in the lives of the children it serves, to help them grow into independent and productive members of society. Address: 3200 Adeline Street, Berkeley CA 94703 Voice: (510) 601-0203 x100 Fax: (510) 601-4002 Email: mail@abetterwayinc.net Web: http://www.abetterwayinc.net [09 Apr 2006]
A First Amendment Center A compendium of links to activist web sites and alternative news. Sells activist bumperstickers, buttons, and posters. Topics include political prisoners, animal rights, gay rights, Native American rights, environmentalism, anti-nuclear, hemp, and so on. Web: http://www.angelfire.com/biz2/thefirstamendment/ [08 Apr 2007]
A New Way Forward This website was put together to facilitate people all over the country to share a path and organizings tasks towards economic recovery. The only nationally-coordinated grassroots protest against the bank bailouts since the meltdown. Web: http://www.anewwayforward.org/ [02 Apr 2009]
A1 Sun, Inc. A licensed California contractor. 100% of our electricity comes from PV. 30+ years of solar experience, designing and installing solar thermal and electric systems for residential and small business customers in the Bay Area and around the globe. Everyone can have access to low cost clean local energy. Address: 2015 Yolo Avenue, Berkeley CA 94707 Voice: (510) 526-5715 Fax: (510) 526-5715 (same as voice) Email: info@a1suninc.com Web: http://www.a1suninc.com [07 Oct 2007]
ABADÁ-Capoeira San Francisco Brazilian Arts Center (ACSF) Founded in 1991 by world-renowned capoeira master artist Márcia Treidler, ABADÁ-Capoeira San Francisco (ACSF) is dedicated to preserving and promoting Afro-Brazilian culture through inspirational professional performance and instruction of capoeira and related Brazilian dance and music. By consistently seeking out new and creative ways of exploring and sharing the dynamic aspects of the multi-faceted art of capoeira and related arts, ACSF remains a pioneering force in the preservation and development of Brazilian cultural arts. Using traditional Brazilian arts as its medium, ACSF seeks to inspire and empower people, especially youth from disadvantaged backgrounds, to realize their full potential as responsible, confident, productive citizens. Address: 3221 22nd Street (at Mission), San Francisco CA 94110 Voice: (415) 206-0650 Email: info@abada.org Web: http://www.abada.org/ [09 Nov 2008]
abagOnline The web page of the Association of Bay Area Governments, featuring numerous links to local, regional, and state government Internet services. Web: http://www.abag.ca.gov [11 Feb 2007]
Abalone Alliance Safe Energy Clearinghouse A safe energy clearinghouse overseeing technical and historical information on nuclear power, nuclear weapons proliferation, safe and renewable energy, and conservation. Current projects include organizing, the Energy-Net website and inhouse library, support for sustainable community development, and the 'Rad Bull' (Radiation Bulletin) electronic newsletter. Address: 2940 16th Street #310 (at Capp), San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 861-0592 Fax: please call first Email: abalone@energy-net.org Web: http://www.energy-net.org [01 Aug 2006]
ABDF.org A small US-based development organization operating in the Batticaloa District of Sri Lanka. The organization sponsors a series of low-cost micro-development projects with the objective of improving the lives of recipients in an immediate and tangible way. Projects range from supplying clean drinking water, providing electricity, building roads, and supplying materials for schools. Web: http://www.abdf.org [06 Apr 2009]
Abilities United A not-for-profit 501(c)(3) organization for children and adults with developmental disabilities (mental retardation, cerebral palsy, Down Syndrome, autism, and other neurodevelopmental conditions causing developmental delays) who live in Santa Clara and San Mateo counties. Each year, our nine services are used by over 2,500 people and their families. Formerly C.A.R, Community Association for Rehabilitation. Address: 525 East Charleston Road, Palo Alto CA 94306 Voice: (650) 494-0550 Fax: (650) 855-9710 Email: info@abilitiesunited.org Web: http://www.AbilitiesUnited.org [22 Mar 2008]
ABODE Services Offers housing programs linked to support services for low-income and homeless families and individuals. Each Abode program integrates these two components to help people establish permanent stability and return to independent lives. Housing options include emergency shelter, rental subsidies, transitional housing and permanent supportive housing. Support services include case management, primary and mental health care, substance recovery services, job counseling and placement, life skills classes, financial literacy training, practical tenancy training, parenting classes, and children's programs. Formerly Tri-City Homeless Coalition. Address: 40849 Fremont Blvd, Fremont CA 94538 Voice: (510) 657-7409 Fax: (510) 657-7293 Email: info@abodeservices.org Web: http://www.tricityhomeless.org/ [20 Jun 2009]
Abolition 2000 Abolition 2000 is an international global network working for a treaty to eliminate nuclear weapons within a time-bound framework. It is open to all organizations endorsing the Abolition 2000 Statement. The Network aims at providing groups concerned with nuclear issues a forum for the exchange of information and the development of joint initiatives. The Abolition 2000 Network meets once a year and communicates on an ongoing basis via a number of list serves and through conferences, teleconferencing, and periodic mailings. Web: http://www.abolition2000.org [30 Jul 2006]
Abortion Clinics OnLine (ACOL) A directory service comprised of providers of abortion services and other reproductive health care. Includes private physicians' offices, state licensed clinics, private clinics, and hospital abortion services. Web: http://www.gynpages.com [11 Feb 2007]
About-Face Mission is to equip women and girls with tools to understand and resist the harmful stereotypes of women the media disseminates. There are three components to About-Face's program, Education into Action: media-literacy workshops, action groups, and a resource-filled web site. Our ultimate goal, the About-Face vision, is to imbue girls and women with the power to free themselves from body-related oppression, so they will be capable of fulfilling their potential. Web: http://www.about-face.org [08 Apr 2007]
abrupt: Apocalyptic Optimism for the End of History Culture jamming and more. Web: http://www.abrupt.org/ [11 Feb 2007]
ACCESS Exists to make reproductive health and choice a concrete reality -- not just a theoretical right -- for all women. We use a combination of direct services, community education and policy advocacy to promote real reproductive options and access to quality health care for low-income and uninsured women, young women, immigrant women and women in rural or isolated areas. No other organization in California provides the same range of support to women who are seeking or considering an abortion. Address: POBox 3609, Oakland CA 94609 Voice: (510) 923-0739; (800) 376-4636 (English hotline); (888) 442-2237 (Spanish hotline) Fax: (510) 923-0014 Web: http://www.whrc-access.org/ [01 Mar 2008]
Access Institute for Psychological Services Dedicated to making quality mental health care affordable to San Franciscans. We provide a full range of psychological services—including psychological assessment, psychotherapy and medication consultation—to individuals, couples, families, and children. Services are offered on a sliding scale, dependent upon a patient’s monthly income. Access Institute is located in the Hayes Valley neighborhood of San Francisco, close to Market Street and major transportation lines. Address: 110 Gough Street, Suite 301 (near Page), San Francisco CA 94102 Voice: (415) 861-5449 Fax: (415) 861-3252 Email: info@accessinst.org Web: http://www.accessinst.org [10 Nov 2007]
ACCION International A nonprofit that fights poverty through microlending. Every day, millions of enterprising women and men around the world struggle to better their lives by opening tiny businesses. They work exhausting hours yet they barely scrape by. What they need to break free is a little credit - a loan as small as $100. With ACCION, they can get it. Web: http://www.accion.org [07 Jun 2008]
Accion Latina Acción Latina addresses social issues through journalism and cultural arts. We publish El Tecolote, a 35-year-old bilingual newspaper, which has served as a training ground for community youth to learn journalism skills. We also have an annual concert called the Encuentro del Canto Popular, which promotes nueva cancion and features Latino musicians from Latin America, the Caribbean and the Bay Area. Address: 2958 24th Street (between Harrison and Alabama), San Francisco CA 94110 Voice: (415) 648-1045 Fax: (415) 648-1046 Email: accionlatina@accionlatina.org Web: http://accionlatina.org [04 May 2006]
Acme Electric Solar Systems Acme Electric is a licensed electrical contractor specializing in solar electric systems for homes and businesses in the San Francisco Bay Area. Address: 2822 Mathews Street, Berkeley CA 94702 Voice: (510) 644-2367 Fax: (510) 845-3401 Email: bruce@acmesolar.com Web: http://www.acmesolar.com [10 Nov 2007]
ACORN (Contra Costa County) (Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now) The nation's largest community organization of low- and moderate-income families, working together for social justice and stronger communities. Since 1970, ACORN has grown to more than 350,000 member families, organized in 850 neighborhood chapters in over 100 cities across the U.S. and in cities in Argentina, Peru, Mexico, the Dominican Republic and Canada. ACORN's accomplishments include successful campaigns for better housing, schools, neighborhood safety, health care, job conditions, and more. Address: 2401 Stanwell, Suite 320, Concord CA 94520 Voice: (925) 689-1001 Fax: (925) 969-9862 Email: caacornbpro@acorn.org Web: http://www.acorn.org/index.php?id=7873 http://www.acorn.org [10 Feb 2008]
ACORN (Oakland) (Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now) Address: 3700 East 12th Street, Suite 2, Oakland CA 94601 Voice: (510) 434-3110 Fax: (510) 434-3111 Email: caacornoaro@acorn.org Web: http://www.acorn.org/index.php?id=7876 http://www.acorn.org/ [10 Feb 2008]
ACORN (San Francisco) (Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now) Address: 5319 Mission Street, San Francisco CA 94112 Voice: (415) 587-9080 Fax: (415) 587-1778 Email: caacornsf@acorn.org Web: http://www.acorn.org/index.php?id=7880 http://www.acorn.org/ [10 Feb 2008]
ACORN (San Jose) (Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now) Address: 395 East Taylor Street, Suite 230, San Jose CA 95112 Voice: (408) 293-1520 Fax: (408) 293-1609 Email: caacornsjro@acorn.org Web: http://www.acorn.org/index.php?id=7881 http://www.acorn.org/ [10 Feb 2008]
Act Against Torture A coalition of activists based in the San Francisco Bay Area working to abolish torture and indefinite detention, to end U.S. intervention in Iraq and Afghanistan, and to prevent future wars. Our work is guided by radical, systemic analysis of war, torture and detention; the connections between these and other forms of oppression are the reason we support other movements for social justice as an integral part of our mission. Web: http://www.actagainsttorture.org/ [18 Sep 2006]
Act for Love An on-line activist-oriented dating service. Web: http://www.actforlove.org/ [11 Feb 2007]
Acterra: Action for a Sustainable Earth Mission is to create local solutions that foster a healthy natural environment. Acterra was formed in 2000 by the merger of two of the region's most respected and effective environmental groups: Bay Area Action (BAA) and the Peninsula Conservation Center Foundation (PCCF). In June of 2001 we announced our new name: Acterra. [Spam avoidance: Change the * to a @ in the email address.] Address: 3921 East Bayshore Road, Palo Alto CA 94303-4303 Voice: (650) 962-9876 Fax: (650) 962-8234 (please do not send unsolicited faxes) Web: http://www.Acterra.org [10 Sep 2006]
Action Alliance for Children A nonprofit information agency committed to educating and empowering people who work with and for children. The organization serves as a resource for policy makers, children's service providers and advocates, and the media. Publishes Children's Advocate, a bimonthly newsmagazine. Address: The Hunt House, 1201 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Oakland CA 94612-1217 Voice: (510) 444-7136 Email: aac@4children.org Web: http://www.4children.org [11 Feb 2007]
Action Alliance for Children (AAC) Works to inform, educate, connect, and inspire people who work with and on behalf of children throughout California. We provide useful, reader-friendly information on current issues, trends, and public policies that affect children and families, for families, early care and education staff, people who work with them, and advocates. We are committed to improving the lives of children and families and believes that providing information is a key step towards this goal. Address: 1201 Martin Luther King Jr. Way, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 444-7136 Fax: (510) 444-7138 Email: aac@4children.org Web: http://www.4children.org/ [26 Dec 2008]
Action Coalition for Media Education - Northern California Chapter (ACME-NorCal) Mission generally involves media education to help others, including children, achieve media literacy and projects aimed at broadcast media reform in Northern California. Web: http://www.acme-norcal.org/ [05 Nov 2005]
Action for Animals Publishes a monthly calendar of events for Bay Area animal rights and environmental activists for $20 per year ($35 for organizations). Does public speaking in schools. Has a major focus on live animals in food markets and animals in entertainment: rodeos, circuses, zoos, and maritime parks. Address: POBox 20184, Oakland CA 94620 Voice: (510) 652-5603 Fax: (510) 654-7432 Email: afa@mcn.org [21 Apr 2008]
ActionLA.org The fiscal umbrella for ActionLA affinity group, ActionLA web page/Listserv, Changelinks monthly newspaper, Peace No War Network, National Immigrant Solidarity Network, and US-Mexico Border Action Projects. We are part of the Los Angeles activist communities, and we offer our resources to help labor, immigrant, youth, environment and economic justice movements across the city and California. Web: http://www.actionla.org [11 Feb 2007]
Active Voice A team of strategic communication specialists who put powerful media to work for personal and institutional change in communities, workplaces, and campuses across America. Through our practical guides, hands-on workshops, stimulating events and key partnerships nationwide, Active Voice moves people from thought to action. By highlighting compelling personal stories and perspectives seldom found in mainstream media, we offer a much-needed outlet to people across America to speak out, listen up, and take the initiative for positive change. Address: 600 Townsend Street #140, San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 487-2000 Fax: (415) 487-2260 Email: info@activevoice.net Web: http://www.activevoice.net/ [09 Nov 2008]
Activism Links of the Open Directory Project The Open Directory Project's (dmoz) directory of activism-related web links. Web: http://dmoz.org/Society/Activism/ [08 Apr 2007]
Activist San Diego A social justice organization that promotes and facilitates the development of an active, inter-related, progressive community in San Diego through networking, culture and electronic technology. The web site includes calendars of events and an organizational directory. Web: http://www.activistsandiego.org/ [07 Jun 2008]
Adams ESQ The law firm of Adams ESQ represents children with disabilities and fights school districts to obtain special education and related services such as 1:1 tutoring, speech and language, school-based counseling, behavior intervention, college preparation, assistive technology and more. Retainer fees are waived for low-income families that qualify for our modest means program. Courteous, bilingual (Spanish/English) staff, advocates and attorneys are available to assist parents and their children throughout the Bay Area. Address: 449 Fifteenth Street, Atrium Level, Oakland CA 94612 Email: info@adamsesq.com Web: http://www.adamsesq.com [19 Aug 2007]
Adbusters A magazine that takes on media culture and consumer culture, presenting parodies of the most insidious ad campaigns of our times. Web: http://www.adbusters.org/ [08 Apr 2007]
Adopt A Special Kid (AASK) Believes that every child has the right to a safe, stable and nurturing home and that all children are adoptable. Adopt A Special Kid provides education and support services to adoptive and foster families and children. We promote positive changes to benefit children who are in the child welfare system. AASK provides complete, no-fee foster and adoption services to families interested in helping children in the foster care system. AASK also offers fee-for-service home studies and other services for families wishing to adopt children from outside of the system. Address: 8201 Edgewater Drive, Suite 103, Oakland CA 94621 Voice: (510) 553-1748 x12; (888) 680-7349 (toll-free) Fax: (510) 553-1747 Email: info@aask.org Web: http://aask.org/ [16 Apr 2009]
Adoption Connection A non-profit licensed adoption agency completing domestic, infant adoptions and international adoption services. We work with birth families from across the nation and adoptive families in 19 counties in Northern California. As a full service agency we can provide services such as: homestudy, counseling, relinquishment, post placement, and second parent/domestic partner adoption services. Adoption Connection welcomes couples and individuals of all ages, religions, ethnic backgrounds or sexual orientation. Address: 2150 Post Street, San Francisco CA 94115 Voice: (415) 359-2494; (800) 972-9225 (birthparents only) Fax: (415) 359-2490 Email: families@adoptionconnection.org Web: http://www.adoptionconnection.org [07 Jun 2008]
Adult Survivors of Child Abuse Program (ASCA) An international self-help support group program designed specifically for adult survivors of neglect, physical, sexual, and/or emotional abuse. The ASCA program offers: * Community based self-help support groups * Provider based self-help support groups * Web based self-help support groups * Survivor to Thriver workbooks Address: The Morris Center, POBox 14477, San Francisco CA 94114 Email: info@ascasupport.org Web: http://www.ascasupport.org [17 Jan 2009]
Aegean Friends A social-cultural group of Greeks, Turks, Cypriots, and other peoples of good will, coming together to celebrate their rich heritage, explore common roots, and promote peace in the Aegean region. Share music, food, and conversation! Dance! Create art! Discover the generosity of the heart. Potlucks in private homes throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Future events include a discussion group, concerts, public seminars, and film programs. Address: 2950 Van Ness Avenue #4, San Francisco CA 94109-1036 Voice: (415) 775-6143 Email: aegfriends@aol.com Web: http://members.aol.com/aegfriends/index.html [17 Nov 2005]
Affero Hosts personal web pages for authors, whether they are bloggers, writers, publishers, community hosts or individual forum participants that describe why they care about certain issues, which causes or organizations they feel need support, and a secured payment mechanism to facilitate impulse gifts from patrons who the member may have inspired or assisted in time of need. Affero also provides a historical record of ratings for the authors and their patrons. Each members' user-history provides a record of their contributions as perceived by other community members, including their history of writing, volunteerism and partronage. The personal web pages each have a unique web address (URL) that members can attach to email signatures, blog entries, articles, bulletin boards or any other digital work. Address: 510 Third Street, Suite 225, Box 12 (at Bryant), San Francisco CA 94107 Email: info@affero.org Web: http://www.affero.com [23 Jul 2006]
Afghan Hound Rescue of California A volunteer organization dedicated to saving Afghan Hounds from homelessness and euthanasia. We are an independent rescue group that operates under the approved guidelines of, and in cooperation with, the Afghan Hound Club of America Rescue (www.agfhanhound.net). We are a no kill organization. We DO NOT have a kennel facility; all rescues are fostered in the private homes of our volunteers. Address: POBox 3508, Redwood City CA 94064 Voice: (650) 678-9984 Fax: (650) 364-1957 Email: info@afghanhound911.com Web: http://www.afghanhound911.com [29 Oct 2008]
Afghan Women's Mission Works closely with RAWA to support health, educational, and other programs for Afghan women. Web: http://afghanwomensmission.org [07 Jun 2008]
afghans for Afghans afghans for Afghans is a humanitarian and educational people-to-people project that knits and crochets wool blankets, sweaters, vests, socks, mittens, and hats for the people of Afghanistan. The project started in response to the war that unfolded after 9/11. This follows a long-time American tradition of knitting for others at times of war and crisis. As of late 2007, US and Canadian volunteers have made more than 62,000 top-quality blankets and garments as a gesture of friendship and respect for Afghan children, women, and men. Address: POBox 475843, San Francisco CA 94147-5843 Email: afghans4Afghans@aol.com Web: http://www.afghansforafghans.org/ [10 Nov 2007]
AfricaJack Foundation Mission is to improve the lives of children in Sub-Saharan Africa affected by the AIDS pandemic through magical events and connections. How do we accomplish it? We build learning centers at AIDS orphanages where children can learn local and world trade skills to earn an income to support their future families. This will also build local commerce. What makes us different? Every donated dollar goes directly to benefit the children. No administrative costs or fees are deducted. A 501(c)(3) Corporation. Address: 400 Derby Avenue #7, Oakland CA 94601 Voice: (510) 533-5912 Email: info@africajack.com Web: http://www.africajack.com [27 May 2007]
African American Art and Culture Complex A three-floor art-deco style complex housing the Buriel Clay Theater, the Sargent Johnson Gallery, several workshops and classrooms, and visual arts studios. The center's programs reflect diversity and highlight African American art in its traditional and contemporary forms. Address: 762 Fulton Street (between Webster and Laguna), San Francisco CA 94102 Voice: (415) 922-2049 [20 Sep 2006]
African Immigrant and Refugee Resource Center (AIRRC) Mission is to provide African and other immigrants and refugees of the Bay Area with the tools that they need to lead independent, productive, and dignified lives and to become contributing members of the Bay Area Community. The AIRRC provides all of its services free of charge. We provide a range of services to complement the job development component. AIRRC assists clients in filling out immigration / INS forms, job applications and divorce papers. The Center also provides crisis intervention counseling, bus tickets, translation / interpretation assistance, and referral services. Address: 1290 Fillmore Street, Suite 104 (at Eddy), San Francisco CA 94115 Voice: (415) 433-7300; (415) 433-7301 Web: http://www.airrc.org/ [19 Jan 2008]
After Downing Street A coalition working to expose the lies that launched the war and to hold accountable its architects, including through censure and impeachment. Web: http://www.afterdowningstreet.org/ [10 Aug 2006]
Against the Grain A radio and web media project whose aim is to provide in-depth analysis and commentary on a variety of matters -- political, economic, social and cultural -- important to progressive and radical thinking and activism. We're based at the studios of Pacifica station KPFA-FM in Berkeley, California. Web: http://www.againstthegrain.org [20 Apr 2008]
Agape Foundation A nonprofit tax-exempt foundation that raises and distributes funds to groups working for nonviolent social change. Agape provides seed grants, loans and fiscal sponsorship to organizations addressing the following six areas: Peace, Human Rights, Environmental Protection, Economic Justice, Progressive Arts & Media and Grassroots Organizing Support. Address: 1095 Market Street, Suite 304, San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 701-8707 Fax: (415) 701-8706 Email: info@agapefdn.org Web: http://www.agapefdn.org [20 Apr 2008]
Agua Para la Vida Helps rural Nicaraguan communities build their own drinking water and sanitation systems. Address: 2311 Webster Street (near Telegraph and Ashby), Berkeley CA 94705 Voice: (510) 643-8003 Web: http://www.aplv.org [09 Nov 2008]
AIDS Coalition Silicon Valley (SCCAC) Dedicated to raising awareness of local HIV/AIDS issues, and raising money to support local agencies providing HIV/AIDS services & programs. Sponsors the Walk for AIDS Silicon Valley. Address: 12 South First Street, Suite 1110, San Jose CA 95113 Voice: (408) 451-WALK (451-9255) Fax: (408) 248-7423 Email: info@aidscoalition.org Web: http://www.walkforaids.org [12 Oct 2008]
AIDS Emergency Fund A volunteer-run, community-funded agency that provides emergency financial aid to low-income persons with AIDS or disabling HIV. Address: 965 Mission Street, Suite 630 (between 5th and 6th Streets), San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 558-6999 Fax: (415) 558-6990 Web: http://www.AIDSEmergencyFund.org/ [11 Feb 2007]
AIDS Housing Alliance / SF Believes in a world where all people have a safe, decent, and affordable home. Toward this vision, we prevent homelessness for people with HIV/AIDS by protecting the housing we already have, providing resources to secure new housing, and promoting public policy to increase opportunity for all. Address: 427 South Van Ness Avenue, San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 552-3242 Fax: (415) 703-8639 Email: info@ahasf.org Web: http://www.ahasf.org/ [05 Apr 2008]
AIDS Legal Referral Panel (ALRP) Assists persons with AIDS and HIV infection with a wide range of legal problems, from creditor problems or housing difficulties to wills and powers of attorney. Recruits attorneys and others to provide free and low-cost legal services. Provides staff and volunteer training to HIV service providers. Advocates for the rights of people with HIV. Supported by individual donations and volunteers. Address: 1663 Mission Street, Suite 500, San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 701-1100 (client line); (415) 701-1200 (business line) Fax: (415) 701-1400 Email: info@alrp.org Web: http://www.alrp.org/ [08 Jul 2007]
Air America Radio A collaborative effort that brings together a group of experienced radio entrepreneurs with a talented team of creative artists. We are a new voice in talk radio: a smart voice with a sense of humor. It brings to the marketplace an unserved need. We give voice to what millions of Americans are thinking, but can't hear on radio. Until now! Web: http://www.airamericaradio.com/ [10 Nov 2007]
Bay Area Air Quality Management District The regional, government agency that regulates sources of air pollution within the nine San Francisco Bay Area Counties. Address: 939 Ellis Street (near Van Ness), San Francisco CA 94109-7714 Voice: (415) 771-6000 Web: http://www.baaqmd.gov [13 Nov 2005]
AK Press A worker run book publisher and distributor organized around anarchist principles. All decision-making, including which titles we distribute and what we publish, is made collectively. Our goal is to make available radical books and other materials, titles that are published by independent presses, not the corporate giants, titles with which you can make a positive change in the world. Address: 674-A 23rd Street, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 208-1700 Fax: (510) 208-1701 Email: info@akpress.org Web: http://www.akpress.org [11 Feb 2007]
Akha Heritage Foundation We work to protect the human rights of the Akha people in Thailand, Laos, Myanmar, China and Vietnam. Our work includes protection for Akha language and culture, defending land rights, ending abuses by security forces, preventing the removal of Akha children, improving health care and providing clean water systems. We are joined by volunteers from around the world, and we also encourage people to share the work by starting their own projects to bolster the Akha cause. You can join us in person or on the net, or help in an Akha village. Web: http://www.akha.org/ [28 Mar 2009]
Al Jazeera Web: http://aljazeera.com/ [11 Feb 2007]
Al-Awda: The Palestine Right to Return Coalition A broad-based, non-partisan, democratic, and charitable organization of grassroots activists and students committed to comprehensive public education on the rights of all Palestinian refugees to return to their homes and lands of origin, and to full restitution of all their confiscated and destroyed property in accordance with the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, International law and the numerous United Nations Resolutions upholding such rights. Web: http://al-awda.org/ [07 Jun 2008]
Alameda County Community Food Bank A central clearinghouse for donated food. Nonprofit organizations that distribute free food to low-income people in Alameda County are eligible for membership. Address: POBox 2599, Oakland CA 94614 Voice: (510) 834-3663 Fax: (510) 834-3773 Email: info@accfb.org Web: http://www.accfb.org [10 Nov 2007]
Alameda County Computer Resource Center We will recycle anything that you can plug into a power outlet. This means we will recycle your computer, VCR, television, copy machine, and even your microwave and toaster, but not your large appliances such as a washing machine or refrigerator. When you give us your computer, you will receive a tax write-off, and we will attempt to fix your equipment and then give it away to someone who is unable to afford to buy a computer. If we are unable to reuse your equipment, it will be recycled in an environmentally friendly manner. Address: 1501 Eastshore Highway, Berkeley CA 94710 Voice: (510) 528-4052 Fax: (510) 528-4053 Email: info@accrc.org Web: http://www.accrc.org/ [08 Apr 2007]
Alameda Credit Union A nonprofit full-service financial cooperative since 1937. People who live or work in Alameda, and their families are eligible for membership. Credit unions were signed into law by President Roosevelt in 1934 to stop the tyranny of loan sharks. Credit union loan and savings rates are the benchmark for banks. We are not owned by stockholders. We are governed by an all-volunteer board of directors who are elected by the membership. Our profits are given back to the members in the form of lower loan rates and higher interest on savings. When you invest in credit unions, you invest in your neighbors and your community. Address: 2413 Webb Avenue, Alameda CA 94501 Voice: (510) 523-1514 Fax: (510) 523-9537 Web: http://alamedacu.org/ [13 Nov 2005]
Alameda Creek Alliance A volunteer-based community watershed group working to restore native steelhead trout to Alameda Creek. The Alameda Creek watershed is the largest drainage in the southern San Francisco Bay region, encompassing almost 700 square miles. Address: POBox 192, Canyon CA 94516 Voice: (510) 499-9185 Fax: (415) 436-9683 Email: alamedacreek-AT-hotmail.com Web: http://www.alamedacreek.org [10 Feb 2008]
Alameda Family Services A human services organization, active in Alameda and the East Bay, whose programs improve the emotional, psychological, and physical health of children, youth, and families. Programs include new parent support, Head Start, school-based health centers, homeless youth services, counseling, drug and alcohol treatment, and a clinical training program. Formerly known as Xanthos. Address: 2325 Clement Avenue, Alameda CA 94501 Voice: (510) 522-8363 Web: http://www.alamedafs.org/ [09 Jan 2006]
Alameda Food Bank Mission is to provide nutritious food to the low-income residents of the City of Alameda on a non-discriminating basis. The Alameda Emergency Food Bank is a private, non-affiliated, non-profit, tax-exempt agency. Board members and virtually all staff are dedicated volunteers from the community. Located at 1900 Thau Way in Alameda. Address: POBox 2167, Alameda CA 94501 Voice: (510) 523-5850 Email: alamedafoodbank@alamedanet.net Web: http://www.alamedafoodbank.org [10 Feb 2008]
Alameda Green Parties The web site of the Green Party of Alameda County, the City of Alameda Green local, and the City of Oakland Green local. Web: http://cagreens.org/alameda/ [13 Nov 2005]
Alameda Peace Network A group of Alameda residents who believe that peaceful solutions to local, national and international conflicts are possible and desirable. We are committed to non-violence and welcome diversity and new ideas. Web: http://www.alamedapeacenetwork.org/ [11 Feb 2007]
Alameda Point Collaborative (APC) Works to end homelessness by providing housing and services to create communities where formerly homeless residents can flourish. APC is situated on the former Alameda Naval Air Station, and operates 239 housing units. APC provides affordable housing, job training, health services and employment in a community that fosters support and interaction. APC operates a community garden, bike shop, commercial plant nursery, health center and community center. APC is fertile ground for several community-based projects. APC is home to the Growing Youth Project (GYP), which employs resident youth working to build a sustainable food system for Alameda Point. GYP operates a community garden, weekly produce delivery and teaches residents about cooking and nutrition. APC also gave birth to Ploughshares Nursery (www.ploughsharesnursery.com), a commercial nursery specializing in native, drought-tolerant plants. Finally, APC sponsors Cycles of Change, a nonprofit community bike shop that recycles donated bikes and sells them to the public. Address: 677 West Ranger Avenue, Alameda CA 94501 Voice: (510) 898-7800 Fax: (510) 898-7858 Email: info@apcollaborative.org Web: http://www.apcollaborative.org/ [22 Aug 2008]
Albany Let It Be A group that advocates leaving the Albany Waterfront Park as it is, a "natural wonder" with both native and exotic plants that have grown out of the land fill that was closed here in 1984. To make changes to this area would be to destroy a phenomenon that could only have grown out of the unique nature of a closed land fill. There are old chunks of concrete and rebar mixed with contemporary expressions of art. There is evidence, such as Mark's castle, of all the years that squatters occupied this land. Don't let this landmark be manicured and sanitized. Email: info@albanyletitbe.org Web: http://www.albanyletitbe.org [30 Jul 2006]
Albion Monitor A different kind of media source, with coverage of the important news stories ignored by the mainstream press, as well as the overlooked angles of stories that make the headlines. Most content is available with a $9.95 per year subscription. Web: http://www.monitor.net/monitor [11 Feb 2007]
Alcatraz Cruises: A Union Busting Experience Boycott Hornblower! The National Park Service awarded the exclusive and lucrative Alcatraz ferry contract to Hornblower Yachts (Alcatraz Cruises) for ten years (2005-2015). Every year at least 1,500,000 visitors take the ferry to and from the island (there is no other way). Hornblower refuses to hire qualified, trained, professional Inland Boatmen's Union (IBU) and Masters, Mates, and Pilots association (MM&P) workers who have performed this work safely since 1973. We will not stand by and let Hornblower do this to us. This is our side of the story. An injury to one is an injury to all! Web: http://alcatrazunion.com/ [28 Jan 2007]
Alemany Farm A project of the Alemany Resident Management Corporation, a non-profit organization dedicated to improving conditions in the Alemany Community, a 165-unit public housing development beset by high unemployment and recurring violence. Alemany Farm empowers San Francisco residents to grow their own food, and through that process encourages people to become more engaged with their communities. We grow organic food and green jobs for low-income communities, while sowing the seeds for economic and environmental justice. Voice: (415) 261-2705 Web: http://www.alemanyfarm.org/ [05 Feb 2009]
Alexander Berkman Social Club For the appreciation of anarchism, anarchist history, and culture. We see to reawaken, revive, and reinvigorate the rich history of anarchism in the San Francisco Bay Area. We believe that there is a vibrant anarchist past that can inform our present practice. Web: http://www.myspace.com/alexanderberkmansocialclub [07 Jun 2008]
All Of Us Or None poster archive project (AOUON) Started by Free Speech Movement activist Michael Rossman in 1977 to gather and document the poster-work of modern progressive movements in the United States. Though earlier work is included, its focus is on the domestic political poster renaissance, which began in 1965 and continues to this day. The Archive gathered posters from all streams of progressive activity — from movements of protest, liberation, and affirmative action, trade-union and community struggles, to electoral and environmental organizing, community services, and visionary manifestos. Voice: (510) 418-5193 Email: lcushing@igc.org Web: http://www.docspopuli.org/articles/AOUON.html [20 Jun 2009]
ALL Species Foundation A non-profit organization dedicated to the complete inventory of all species of life on Earth within the next 25 years - a human generation. To describe and classify all of the surviving species of the world deserves to be one of the great scientific goals of the new century. In applied science, this completion of the Linnaean enterprise is needed for effective conservation practices, and for impact studies of environmental change. Address: POBox 29462, San Francisco CA 94129 Voice: (415) 750-7243 Email: info@all-species.org Web: http://www.all-species.org/ [30 Jul 2006]
Alliance For A Better District 6 A non-partisan, not for profit, civic education organization devoted to increasing low and very low income participation in elections and government. Address: POBox 420782, San Francisco CA 94142-0782 Voice: (415) 820-1560 Email: sf_district6@yahoo.com Web: http://www.geocities.com/sf_district6/ [28 Mar 2009]
Alliance for Advancing Nonprofit Health Care The Alliance’s sole purpose is to protect and enhance the abilities of nonprofit healthcare organizations to serve society and their individual communities. Web: http://www.nonprofithealthcare.org/ [06 May 2007]
Alliance for Preserving the Truth of Sino-Japanese War (APTSJW) Addresses the grave concern that the Japanese government and Japan’s prominent political and business leaders continue to distort the history of its brutal aggression against China and her people during the Sino-Japanese War (1931-1945), and their blunt refusal to accept Japan’s war responsibilities. Address: POBox 2066, Cupertino CA 95015-2066 Voice: (415) 398-7758 Web: http://www.sjwar.org/ [10 Nov 2007]
Ally Action Ally Action strives to assure that schools are safe, inclusive, and effective for all, regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity/expression. Address: 1924 Grant Street, Suite 4, Concord CA 94520-2426 Voice: (925) 685-5480 Fax: (925) 685-5413 Email: info@allyaction.org Web: http://www.allyaction.org [13 Sep 2008]
Alter Eco Fair Trade Alter Eco Fair Trade products are farmed sustainably and ethically traded, providing fair prices to farmers in developing countries. Alter Eco is a San Francisco-based start-up company that exclusively imports Fair Trade foods, such as tea, rice, quinoa, coffee and sugar. Alter Eco is distributed in Northern California stores, including Whole Foods Market, Andronico’s, Rainbow Market, Lunardi's, New Leaf Community Markets as well as several other natural food stores in the Bay Area. Address: 2339 Third Street, Suite 15, San Francisco CA 94107 Voice: (415) 701-1212 Fax: (415) 701-1213 Email: contact@altereco-usa.com Web: http://www.altereco.com [10 Feb 2007]
Alter Systems A Berkeley-based, progressive company that services Northern California’s growing energy needs with a sustainable approach. Alter Systems offers an array of alternative energy designs and systems with an emphasis on solar energy. Address: 2313 4th Street, Berkeley CA 94710 Voice: (866) 568-5579 Fax: (510) 868-0846 Web: http://www.altersystems.com [09 Nov 2008]
Alternative Family Services, Inc. (AFS) Provides therapeutic foster care, short-term emergency foster care and adoption services for abused, neglected and developmentally disabled children in the Bay Area. AFS, a not-for-profit corporation, is licensed by the State of California as a Foster Family Agency and as an Adoption Agency. AFS has locations in Oakland, San Francisco, Vallejo and Santa Rosa. Address: 250 Executive Park Blvd, Suite 4900, San Francisco CA 94134 Voice: (415) 656-0116 Fax: (415) 656-0117 Email: hmatias@afs4kids.org Web: http://www.afs4kids.org/ [27 May 2007]
Alternative Press Review An independent not-for-profit quarterly publication of A.A.L. Press. Your guide beyond the mainstream. Web: http://www.altpr.org/ [07 Jun 2008]
Alternative Radio A weekly one-hour public affairs program offered free to all public radio stations in the U.S., Canada, Europe, South Africa, Australia, and on short-wave on Radio for Peace International. AR provides information, analyses and views that are frequently ignored or distorted in other media. Web: http://www.alternativeradio.org/ [09 Nov 2008]
AlterNet (Alternative News Network) Features stories from alternative newsweeklies, magazines and web publications from across the country, invaluble resources and national employment listings. A project of the Independent Media Institute. Web: http://www.alternet.org [30 Jul 2006]
AlterNetRides.com AlterNetRides offers you a simple, inexpensive, hassle-free way of providing a completely automated rideshare/carpool service for your organization. We set up your location & send you your link, you place the link on your web site, and presto! You have a rideshare / carpool service -- no hardware or software installation required. And our service works nationwide. Companies can offer a rideshare / carpool option for all employees anywhere in the U.S. Learn how fast and easy we make providing this service for all of your locations. Web: http://AlterNetRides.com [09 Apr 2006]
Amazigh Cultural Association in America (ACAA) A non-profit organization operated exclusively for cultural, educational, and scientific purposes to contribute to saving, promoting, and enriching the Amazigh (Berber) language and culture. The practice of Amazigh language and culture has been seriously diminished by long periods of non-recognition in North African countries, officially identified as Arab and where Arabic is the only recognized and official language, and by immigration. Web: http://www.tamazgha.org [08 Apr 2007]
Amazigh Voice A web site of news and links pertaining to Amizigh (Berber) human rights in North Africa. Web: http://www.amazigh-voice.com/ [07 Jun 2008]
Amazon Watch Works with indigenous and environmental organizations in the Amazon Basin to defend the environment and advance indigenous peoples' rights in the face of large-scale industrial development --- oil & gas pipelines, power lines, roads, and other mega-projects. Web: http://www.amazonwatch.org/ [18 Feb 2007]
American Association for Palestinian Equal Rights (AAPER) America's Pro-Palestine, Pro-Peace lobby. AAPER's mission is to educate the American public about Palestinian human and national rights, and about the role of the US in the Arab-Israeli relationship, and to shape a US foreign policy that recognizes and seeks to advance the human and national rights of the Palestinian people. Web: http://americansforpalestine.org [18 Feb 2007]
American Civil Liberties Union of Northern California (ACLU-NC) Provides legal assistance to protect civil liberties and constitutional rights. Provides impact litigation, counseling and legal referral, assistance to attorneys and advocates for constitutional rights, lobbying, and community organizing and workshops. Address: 39 Drumm Street (near 13th Street), San Francisco CA 94111 Voice: (415) 621-2493 Fax: (415) 255-1478 Web: http://www.aclunc.org [18 Feb 2007]
American Community Gardening Association (ACGA) A bi-national nonprofit membership organization of professionals, volunteers and supporters of community greening in urban and rural communities. The Association recognizes that community gardening improves the quality of life for people by providing a catalyst for neighborhood and community development, stimulating social interaction, encouraging self-reliance, beautifying neighborhoods, producing nutritious food, reducing family food budgets, conserving resources and creating opportunities for recreation, exercise, therapy and education. Web: http://www.communitygarden.org [09 Nov 2008]
American Disabled for Attendant Programs Today (ADAPT) We are fighting so people with disabilities can live in the community with real supports instead of being locked away in nursing homes and other institutions. Web: http://www.adapt.org/ [08 Apr 2007]
American Farmland Trust (AFT) Founded in 1980 by a group of farmers and conservationists concerned about the rapid loss of the nation's farmland to development, American Farmland Trust (AFT) is a nonprofit membership organization dedicated to protecting our nation's strategic agricultural resources. Working with farmers and ranchers, political leaders and community activists, AFT has helped to permanently protect more than a million acres of America's best farm and ranch land. Web: http://farmland.org/ [30 Jul 2006]
American Friends Service Committee (AFSC) An international Quaker-based organization promoting peace and justice. This is the Pacific Mountain Regional Office, whose programs address criminal justice alternatives, youth and militarism, emergency relief, African concerns, Middle East peace, American Indian concerns, farm labor rights, homeless organizing and rural economic alternatives. Address: 65 Ninth Street, San Francisco CA 94103-1401 Voice: (415) 565-0201 Fax: (415) 565-0204 Email: alessik@afsc.org Web: http://www.afsc.org/ [09 Nov 2008]
American Hiking Society (AHS) The only national organization dedicated to serving hikers and protecting the nation's hiking trails. From the halls of Congress to the backcountry, AHS speaks up for America's hikers and the trails they love. Web: http://www.americanhiking.org/ [08 Apr 2007]
American Homeowners Resource Center (AHRC) A comprehensive public interest data center dealing with homeowner associations, with links to related Web sites. The data center includes profiles of HOA's, the history of the development of HOA's as a form of housing, relevant legislation and litigation, the lobbying efforts by special interests, the Homeowner Bill of Rights and relevant news articles. The site provides links to HOA Web sites, to local, state and federal government agencies, relevant publications, and private organizations promoting human rights and social justice. As homeowner associations have largely developed without any concern for individual rights of homeowners, the Homeowner Bill of Rights seeks to redress that imbalance. Web: http://www.ahrc.com [28 Mar 2009]
American Humanist Association Represents both secular and religious naturalistic humanism, and cooperates with other national and international humanist organizations to advance the ideals of humanism. Humanism is a rational philosophy informed by science, inspired by art, and motivated by compassion. Affirming the dignity of each human being, it supports the maximization of individual liberty and opportunity consonant with social and planetary responsibility. Free of supernaturalism, it recognizes human beings as a part of nature and holds that values --- be they religious, ethical, social, or political--have their source in human experience and culture. Web: http://www.americanhumanist.org/ [09 Nov 2008]
American Indian Movement - West Voice: (415) 566-5788 Email: gazelbe@yahoo.com Web: http://www.aimwest.info [17 Feb 2009]
American Institute of Architects East Bay (AIA) For almost 150 years, members of The American Institute of Architects have worked with each other and their communities to create more valuable, healthy, secure, and sustainable buildings and cityscapes. AIA members have access to the right people, knowledge, and tools to create better design, and through such resources and access, they help clients and communities make their visions real. Visit our web site to see enhanced collaboration in action. Address: 1405 Clay Street, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 464-3600 Fax: (510) 464-3616 Email: info@aiaeb.org Web: http://www.aiaeb.org http://aiaeastbay.blogspot.com [24 Mar 2007]
American Lands Alliance America's wildlife and wildlands continue to be threatened by logging, roadbuilding, grazing and mining. This broad coalition of activists and organizations is dedicated to protecting our forest heritage and restoring ecological integrity to the landscape. Web: http://www.americanlands.org/ [08 Jul 2007]
American Library Association The voice of America's libraries. Provides leadership for the development, promotion, and improvement of library and information services and the profession of librarianship in order to enhance learning and ensure access to information for all. Tracks legislation that restricts public access to information. Covers censorship and free speech topics in a newsletter. Web: http://www.ala.org [18 Feb 2007]
American Movement for World Government (AMWG) We believe the only way to solve and resolve global issues is through the establishment of a democratic World Federal Government. That such a world government, could be established through a transformation of the United Nations, a World Constitutional Convention, or other legal means. Web: http://www.amwg.org/ [08 Jul 2007]
American Muslim Voice (AMV) The AMV is committed to bridge the gap between all communities and foster life long friendships with all. We will work with all Muslim and non-Muslim organizations/groups who share our dedication and commitment to protect and preserve civil liberties and constitutional rights for all and protect human rights. We regard all humans as equal and will stand by all oppressed and targeted communities in their plight. We feel strongly about protecting and improving human rights globally. Address: 39675 Cedar Blvd, Suite 295-D, Newark CA 94560 Voice: (650) 387-1994 Email: amvoice@amuslimvoice.org Web: http://www.amuslimvoice.org [12 Aug 2006]
American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) A civil rights organization committed to defending the rights of people of Arab descent and promoting their rich cultural heritage. ADC, which is non-sectarian, non- partisan is the largest Arab-American grassroots organization in the United States. It was founded in 1980 by former Senator James Abourezk and has chapters nationwide. It is based in Washington, D.C. Address: 522 Valencia Street, San Francisco CA 94110 Voice: (415) 861-7444 Email: adcsf@adcsf.org Web: http://www.adcsf.org http://www.adc.org/ [09 Apr 2006]
Americans for a Palestinian State A Political Action Committee (PAC). Our mission is to provide support to congressional representatives in order to enable them to help find a fair solution to the Palestinian / Israeli conflict. The peace and security of the United States are tied to the peace and security of both Israel and the Palestinians. No one can be safe until all are safe. While both sides are committing atrocities, the cause of the conflict is the occupation, settlements and crimes against humanity committed by Israel on the Palestinians. These crimes are aided and abetted by us, the American taxpayer. Address: POBox 99635, Emeryville CA 94662 Voice: (888) 878-3708 Email: jerry@apstate.us Web: http://americansforapalestinianstate.org [10 Nov 2007]
Americans for Nonsmokers' Rights (ANR) The leading national lobbying organization (501 (c) 4), dedicated to nonsmokers' rights, taking on the tobacco industry at all levels of government, protecting nonsmokers from exposure to secondhand smoke, and preventing tobacco addiction among youth. ANR pursues an action-oriented program of policy and legislation. Address: 2530 San Pablo, Suite J, Berkeley CA 94702 Voice: (510) 841-3032 Fax: (510) 841-3071 Web: http://www.no-smoke.org [08 Apr 2007]
Americans for Peace Now (APN) Founded in 1981 to support the activities of Shalom Achshav in Israel. APN's mission is to help Israel and the Shalom Achshav movement to achieve a comprehensive political settlement of the Arab-Israeli conflict consistent with Israel's long-term security needs and its Jewish and democratic values. Web: http://www.peacenow.org [06 May 2007]
Americans for Safe Access (ASA) The nation’s largest organization of patients, medical professionals, scientists and concerned citizens promoting safe and legal access to cannabis for therapeutic use and research. Address: 1322 Webster Street, Suite 402, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 251-1856 Fax: (510) 251-2036 Email: info@safeaccessnow.org Web: http://www.safeaccessnow.org [18 Feb 2007]
Americans United for Separation of Church and State - Silicon Valley (AUSV) As concerned citizens, we have formed a new chapter of Americans United for Separation of Church and State. AUSV is dedicated to protecting and strengthening the 'wall of separation' between our government and religious institutions. All of us have been deeply troubled by the influence religions have in our public policies, on the actions taken by our government, and in the official statements that do not reflect the religious and non-religious diversity of our country. We believe that an absolute separation of church and government (at all levels) is an essential cornerstone to our democracy. Address: 2310 Homestead Road, Suite 523, Los Altos CA 94024 Email: chris@ausv.org Web: http://www.ausv.org http://www.au.org [10 Jul 2006]
Amnesty International (AI) An independent world-wide movement working impartially for the release of all prisoners of conscience, for fair and prompt trials for political prisoners, and for an end to torture and executions. Web: http://www.amnesty.org/ [10 Nov 2007]
Amorfia Productions Promotes the socially aware pan-Arabic music of Georges Lammam and friends. Address: 71 Hartford Street, San Francisco CA 94114 Voice: (415)-431-0768 Web: http://www.amorfiaproductions.com/ [01 Dec 2006]
Ananse Village We are proud to offer the finest traditional African crafts produced in a fair trade environment. By working directly with village artisans we are able to positively affect the economic development in the most needy areas. Ananse Village is dedicated to supporting small scale production by talented craftspeople. A portion of our profits helps provide medical care and educational opportunities to the communities we work with. We are members of the Fair Trade Federation and Coop America, committed to the principles of fair trade and economic empowerment of women. Address: 17800 North Highway One, Fort Bragg CA 95437 Voice: (707) 965-3534 Fax: (707) 964-3544 Web: http://www.anansevillage.com [06 May 2007]
Anarchist Action An open forum that facilitates collective direct action resistance to capitalism, government, racism, patriarchy, and all forms of oppression. Anarchist Action does not plan or execute direct actions. Instead, it serves as a resource and an outreach tool for projects that are brought to it. Web: http://anarchistaction.org/ [04 Oct 2005]
Anarchists Against the Wall (AATW) An Israeli grup which has been supporting the popular Palestinian resistance to the Israeli “separation wall”. Web: http://www.awalls.org/ [30 Jun 2006]
AnewAmerica An asset-building organization, a designated U.S. Small Business Administration Women’s Business Center, and a U.S. Treasury designated Community Development Entity (CDE) whose mission is to promote the long-term economic empowerment of new Americans - new citizens, immigrants and refugees – and to encourage their full participation in the political, social and cultural growth of America. AnewAmerica has developed an innovative model which integrates Business Incubation, Asset Building and Social Responsibility. Entrepreneurs and their families receive a package of comprehensive services for 3 years to meet their cultural and linguistic needs. Address: 1918 University Avenue, Suite 3A, Berkeley CA 94704 Voice: (510) 540-7785 x306 Fax: (510) 540-7786 Email: cparlier@anewamerica.org Web: http://www.anewamerica.org [16 Oct 2005]
Animal Legal Defense Fund (ALDF) Seeks to protect the lives and advance the interests of animals through the legal system. For information about ALDF and actions that you can take right now to help animals , check ALDF's web site. Address: 170 East Cotati Avenue, Cotati CA 94931 Voice: (707) 795-2533 Fax: (707) 795-7270 Email: info@aldf.org Web: http://www.aldf.org [18 Feb 2007]
Animal Place A nonprofit sanctuary and education center for abused and discarded ‘farm’ animals founded in 1989. Rescued individuals and indigenous wildlife share 60 acres of forest, meadow, pasture, hills and small lake. Farm tours, vegetarian cooking classes and volunteer workshops offered throughout the year. Call for a listing of programs or visit our website. Address: 3448 Laguna Creek Trail, Vacaville CA 95688 Voice: (707) 449-4814 Fax: (707) 449-8775 Email: info@animalplace.org Web: http://AnimalPlace.org/ [07 Jun 2008]
Animal Rescue and Care Network, Inc. A not-for-profit 501(c)(3) all volunteer, no-kill organization based in Santa Clara dedicated to providing better lives for animals through rescue and adoption efforts. We provide education services on spay/neuter and teach kindness to animals. We rescue and adopt over 100 kittens and cats a year and have countless success stories. We rely on donations and corporate funding. Please visit our website for more information. Address: POBox 4542, Santa Clara CA 95056 Voice: (408) 846-8466 Email: info@animalrescueandcarenetwork.org Web: http://www.animalrescueandcarenetwork.org [19 Aug 2006]
Animal Rescue Foundation (ARF) Rescues and finds loving homes for abused and abandoned cats and dogs. We also have created programs that bring the healing touch of animals to at-risk youth and others who dearly need a good dose of unconditional love. Address: POBox 30215, Walnut Creek CA 94598 Voice: (925) 256-1273 (1ARF) Fax: (925) 977-9079 Email: info@arf.net Web: http://www.arf.net/ [22 Jul 2007]
Animal Switchboard An animal rights organization that focuses on California state legislation affecting animals and the environment. Offers referrals and consultation on animal issues. Address: Building C, Room 262, Fort Mason Center, San Francisco CA 94123 Voice: (415) 474-4021 Email: vhandley@animalswitchboard.org Web: http://www.animalswitchboard.org [27 May 2007]
Animals Asia Foundation (US Office) An animal welfare organization that works to end animal cruelty in Asia. The primary focus now is to end the marketing of dogs and cats for food as well as end bear farming in China. Thousands of highly endangered Asiatic Black Bears, also known as Moon Bears, are imprisoned on bear farms throughout China. Animals Asia Foundation is the only organization in the world working on the ground in China to rescue 500 Moon Bears from farms and provide sanctuary to the bears, who are often missing limbs, teeth and paws as a result of trapping and confinement. Volunteers are needed to help build awareness as well as fundraise to raise money for the Moon Bear Rescue Center. Address: PMB 506, 584 Castro Street, San Francisco CA 94114-2594 Voice: (888) 420-BEAR Fax: (888) 420-1610 Email: info@animalsasia.org Web: http://www.animalsasia.org [30 Jul 2006]
Animals Voice An award-winning, independent, networking source of timely information, news, campaigns, boycotts, action alerts, and thought-provoking editorial and compelling photography about animal rights and its defenders. Web: http://www.animalsvoice.com/ [28 Mar 2009]
Anita Borg Institute for Women and Technology (IWT) Provides resources and programs to help industry, academia and government recruit, retain and develop women leaders in high technology careers. By providing numerous platforms that ensure women's voices, ideas and spirits to influence technology ABI delivers programs that are changing the world for women and for technology. Address: 1501 Page Mill Road, MS 1105, Palo Alto CA 94304 Voice: (650) 236-4756 Fax: (650) 852-8172 Email: information@anitaborg.org Web: http://www.anitaborg.org [08 Apr 2007]
Annual Reports Library A resource for finding and evaluating Annual Reports of corporations and others. Address: POBox 2006, San Francisco CA 94126 Voice: (415) 956-8665 Fax: (415) 393-8006 Web: http://www.zpub.com/sf/arl [18 Feb 2007]
Anti-Slavery International The world's oldest international human rights organization, founded in 1839. It is the only charity in the United Kingdom to work exclusively against slavery and related abuses. Web: http://www.antislavery.org/ [30 Jul 2006]
antiwar.com Anti-war news, viewpoints, and activities. Sponsored by the Committee Against U.S. Intervention. Web: http://www.antiwar.com/ [09 Nov 2008]
API Equality Committed to working in the Asian and Pacific Islander (API) community in California and nationally for equal marriage rights, fair treatment, and overall acceptance of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender (LGBT) people. Address: 17 Walter U. Lum Place, San Francisco CA 94108 Voice: (415) 274-6760 x306 Fax: (415) 397-8770 Email: alim@caasf.org Web: http://www.apiequality.org [04 Jan 2009]
Appalshop A multi-disciplinary arts and education center in the heart of Appalachia producing original films, video, theater, music and spoken-word recordings, radio, photography, multimedia, and books. Appalshop's education and training programs support communities' efforts to solve their own problems in a just and equitable way. Each year, Appalshop productions and services reach several million people nationally and internationally. Web: http://www.appalshop.org [13 Nov 2005]
Appetite for Profit (CIFC) The website for Michele Simon, is a public health lawyer who has been writing about the food industry since 1996. She specializes in legal strategies to counter corporate practices that harm the public’s health. She is currently Research and Policy Director for the Marin Institute, an alcohol industry watchdog group based in Northern California. She has written extensively on the politics of food, and her first book, Appetite for Profit: How the Food Industry Undermines Our Health and How to Fight Back, was published by Nation Books in 2006. Voice: (510) 465-0322 Email: michele@informedeating.org Web: http://www.informedeating.org [15 Dec 2007]
Applied Research Center (ARC) A national public policy, educational, and research institute emphasizing issues of race and social change. ARC co-publishes ColorLines Magazine with the Center for Third World Organizing. Address: 900 Alice Street, Suite 400, Oakland CA 94607 Voice: (510) 653-3415 Fax: (510) 986-1062 Email: arc@arc.org Web: http://www.arc.org [08 Jul 2007]
Arab Cultural and Community Center (ACCC) A non-profit agency committed to the development of the Arab / Arab American communities in the San Francisco Bay Area by delivering social services, educational programs and cultural events. ACCC’s mission includes: providing services like health referrals, educational services, and ESL classes to all segments of the Arab community; deepening Arab American youths’ connection to their heritage and history; and strengthening the understanding of the Arab culture within the US. Address: 2 Plaza Street, San Francisco CA 94116 Voice: (415) 664-2200 Fax: (415) 664-2280 Email: info@arabculturalcenter.org Web: http://www.arabculturalcenter.org [10 Feb 2008]
Arab Net Aim is to provide the most comprehensive online resource on the Arab world, primarily dealing with countries in the Middle East and North Africa. Web: http://www.arab.net [18 Feb 2007]
Arab Resource & Organizing Center (AROC) A grassroots organization working to empower and organize our community towards justice and self-determination for all. AROC members build community power in the bay area by participating in leadership development, political education, and campaigns. Voice: (415) 861-7444 Email: info(at)araborganizing.org Web: http://www.araborganizing.org/ [04 Jan 2009]
Arc Ecology (Arc) A progressive public interest grassroots community-focused nonprofit organization addressing the environmental, economic, social, and security impacts of governmental policies and activities. Founded in 1983, we provide scientific and advocacy technical support to grassroots community-based organizations seeking a greater voice in governmental policy in the San Francisco Bay Area, California, nationally within the US, and in the Philippines, Okinawa and Great Britain. Arc Ecology's current programs promote the cleanup of toxic contamination on military facilities, sustainable environmental restoration and economic development, social and environmental justice, and peace. Address: 4634 Third Street, San Francisco CA 94124 Voice: (415) 643-1190 Fax: (415) 643-1142 Email: info@arcecology.org Web: http://www.arcecology.org/ http://communitywindowontheshipyard.org [08 Mar 2007]
The Arc San Francisco Dedicated to helping adults with developmental disabilities live and work independently. Has several programs in place to help adults with developmental disabilites achieve their full potential as equal members of society. The Arc's Adult Vocational Program offers packaging, assembly, and direct mailing services as well as catering. You can help support The Arc by becoming a member, or by putting them to work! Address: 1500 Howard Street (at 11th Street), San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 255-7200 Fax: (415) 255-9488 Email: info@thearcsf.org Web: http://www.thearcsanfrancisco.org [09 Nov 2008]
Architects / Designers / Planners for Social Responsibility (Northern California Chapter) (ADPSR) Educates design professionals and the public about critical social and environmental issues. Although established with a disarmament focus, during the last nine years ADPSR has expanded its concerns to include the protection of the natural and built environment, and the promotion of ecologically and socially responsible development. A listserv is available at listserve@adspr-norcal.org for anyone who would like to join it. Address: POBox 9126, Berkeley CA 94709-0126 Voice: (510) 845-1000 Email: admin@adpsr-norcal.org Web: http://www.adpsr-norcal.org/ [20 Apr 2007]
Armenian National Committee, San Francisco Bay Area Chapter (ANC) A grassroots public affairs organization serving to inform, educate, and act on a wide range of issues concerning Armenian Americans throughout the San Francisco Bay Area. Our efforts span a wide range: meeting with political representatives and diplomats about issues affecting our community, participating in local campaigns, publicizing the Armenian Cause and educating the community, fighting historic revisionism, and promoting recognition of the Armenian Genocide. The SF-Bay Area ANC is one of many ANC chapters across the country and around the world, from Armenia to Moscow, Europe, the Middle East, Australia and South America. Address: 51 Commonwealth Avenue, San Francisco CA 94118 Voice: (415) 387-3433 Fax: (415) 751-0617 Email: mail@ancsf.org Web: http://www.ancsf.org [13 Nov 2005]
Art and Education Media A public educational non-profit making documentaries about street survivors since 1979. The web site features the Mysterious World Of Claire Burch, plus the James Baldwin Memorial Site and Bay Area Resources for Street Survivors. Includes catalogs of Ms. Burch's videos and books, an art gallery, and homeless resources. Email: info@ClaireBurch.com Web: http://www.ClaireBurch.com/ [30 Jul 2006]
Art in Action Art in Action is a Bay Area nonprofit organization dedicated to bringing visual arts education to the classroom. The Art in Action program enriches the lives of thousands of students each year through an engaging, hands-on curriculum that teaches art history, art appreciation, and art techniques. Through the training and support of educators, Art in Action seeks to make visual art an integral part of every student's classroom experience. Address: 3925 Bohannon Drive, Menlo Park CA 94025 Voice: (650) 566-8339 Fax: (650) 566-8319 Email: artinaction@artinaction.org Web: http://www.artinaction.org [07 Jun 2008]
Art of Yoga Project Mission is to lead teen girls in the California juvenile justice system toward accountability to self, others and community by providing practical tools to effect behavioral change. Address: 821 Waverley Street, Palo Alto CA 94301 Voice: (650) 245-0766 Email: info@theartofyogaproject.org Web: http://www.theartofyogaproject.org/ [08 Dec 2008]
Artist Resource Connects, educates, empowers and promotes creative people in the visual and literary arts by providing a supportive community online. We post calendars of shows, events and classes, readings, interactive forums, competitions, jobs, galleries, portfolios, hundreds of art links, art supplies, advice and techniques, and artists' stories. Web: http://www.artistresource.org [08 Apr 2007]
Artists for Literacy (AFL) Mission is to influence community, public and private sector support for literacy, and to enrich the lives of reading challenged youth and adults by responding to the need for dynamic and innovative learning tools that foster literary and artistic appreciation, critical thinking, increased confidence, curiosity, and life-long learning. Address: 2325 3rd Street, Suite 324, San Francisco CA 94107 Voice: (415) 307-3181 Web: http://www.artistsforliteracy.org [30 Oct 2006]
Artists' Television Access (ATA) Since the early '80s, Artists' Television Access has provided equipment, education, and a screening venue for independent film and video to artists and the community in San Francisco's Mission District. Our mission is to bring the tools of the mass media within reach. Address: 992 Valencia Street (near 21st), San Francisco CA 94110 Voice: (415) 824-3890 Email: ata@atasite.org Web: http://www.atasite.org [21 Jun 2008]
Arts First Oakland Fosters and exhibits the creativity and beauty of Oakland’s diverse cultural heritage, promoting spiritual growth and community transformation through artistic empowerment. Unites local performing artists and organizations, arts teachers, youth artists, and the families and community members who support the arts to form a nexus of arts activity. Address: 2501 Harrison Street, Suite 1 (at 27th Street), Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 444-8511 x15 Email: info@artsfirstoakland.org Web: http://www.artsfirstoakland.org http://artsfirstoakland.org/mailman/listinfo/announce_artsfirstoakland.org [09 Nov 2008]
ArtSF Mission is to create a foundation on which the community of San Francisco's visual and performing artists can develop unity and solidarity, in order to promote prosperity and self-sufficiency as one evolving entity. How does this translate? TO KEEP ART IN SAN FRANCISCO by raising money to purchase a community art center. There is a great need for practice and performance space in the beautiful city of San Francisco, a city famous for its creative community. Address: 110 Capp Street, 5th Floor, San Francisco CA 94110 Voice: (415) 552-7873 Email: info@artsf.org Web: http://www.artsf.org/ [08 Jul 2007]
ArtSpan A nonprofit organization dedicated to building connections within San Francisco's visual arts community and between artists and the general public. ArtSpan produces San Francisco Open Studios and Art for Inner City Youth, publishes sf open studios: the guide, organizes workshops to help artists with their professional development, and holds Selections, a biennial juried art exhibition. Address: 934 Brannan Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 861-9838 Fax: (415) 431-4575 Email: info@artspan.org Web: http://www.artspan.org http://www.sfopenstudios.com [10 Nov 2007]
ARTworkSF Founded in 1992 [as ARTwork Magazine], ARTwork is dedicated to helping emerging artists gain the confidence and exposure necessary to become successful "art businesses", enhancing the sales of established artists, and selling and renting original art in every media to individuals and businesses at affordable prices. ARTwork is funded by commissions from art sales, rentals fees, exhibit fees and membership fees. Address: 49 Geary Street, Suite 215, San Francisco CA 94108 Voice: (415) 673-3080 Fax: (415) 399-1372 Email: johnnyd@artworksf.com Web: http://www.artworksf.com [10 Sep 2006]
As You Sow As You Sow was founded in 1992 and has grown into two programs that strive to increase corporate accountability. The Environmental Enforcement Program seeks to reduce and remove carcinogenic exposures by pursuing compliance with California's Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act. The Corporate Social Responsibility Program (CSRP) uses shareholder advocacy and the financial markets to catalyze positive change within public held companies. [Anti-spam measure: change * to @ in the email address.] Address: 311 California Street, Suite 510, San Francisco CA 94104 Voice: (415) 391-3212 Fax: (415) 391-3245 Email: asyousow*asyousow.org Web: http://www.asyousow.org [30 Jul 2006]
Asexuality Visibility and Education Network (AVEN) A resource for asexual people, their partners and friends, and anyone interested in the topic of asexuality (an orientation in which people don't experience attraction to any gender). It has active forums, and also holds regular meetups of its members in San Francisco. Web: http://www.asexuality.org [05 Oct 2008]
Ashkenaz Music and Dance Community Center (Ashkenaz) A nationally recognized nonprofit music and culture venue that specializes in live roots music. Ashkenaz strives to bring people of all classes, races, cultures and ages together with musical programs that include Balkan, Celtic, Cajun/Zydeco, Middle Eastern, African, Carribbean, Reggae and American roots from Appalachian to the blues. Address: 1317 San Pablo Avenue (near Gilman), Berkeley CA 94702 Voice: (510) 525-5054 (showline) Fax: (510) 525-3630 Email: dekker@ashkenaz.com Web: http://www.ashkenaz.com/ [18 Feb 2007]
Asian & Pacific Islander Coalition Against War (APICAW) A coalition of individuals and organizations from Asian and Pacific Islander communities of the Bay Area. We believe that true peace and security can only come through global justice. Working in solidarity with other anti-war groups and community organizations, our mission is to build an anti-war and anti-interventionists movement that upholds the sovereignty and human rights of opporessed people within the US and abroad. Web: http://www.apicaw.com/ [15 Oct 2006]
Asian & Pacific Islander Wellness Center Mission is to educate, support, empower and advocate for Asian and Pacific Islander communities - particularly A&PIs living with, or at-risk for, HIV/AIDS. Founded in 1987 as a grassroots response to the HIV/AIDS crisis in communities of color, A&PI Wellness Center is the oldest nonprofit organization in North America focusing on A&PI communities around sexual health and HIV/AIDS services. To meet the needs of our clients who are mostly immigrants or refugees, A&PI Wellness Center staff also speak many Asian languages. Address: 730 Polk Street, 4th Floor (between Ellis and Eddy streets), San Francisco CA 94109 Voice: (415) 292-3400 Fax: (415) 292-3404 Web: http://www.apiwellness.org [27 Apr 2006]
Asian / Pacific Islander Youth Violence Prevention Center (API Youth Violence Prevention Center) Ultimate goal is to prevent and reduce youth violence among the API population and to position communities to become proactive in creating a safe and healthy environment for themselves. The API Center is a gathering place for researchers and API communities to dialogue about issues relevant to violence prevention in API communities. Address: 1970 Broadway, Suite 500, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 208-0500 Email: info@api-center.org Web: http://www.api-center.org [13 Nov 2005]
Asian AIDS Action Focuses on various aspects of the HIV AIDS pandemic affecting the Asian American community. Does outreach to both the queer and heterosexual AA communities, lobbies local, state and federal organizations, engages major pharmaceutical companies in expanding the scope of their clinical trials of AIDS drugs to the AA community, works with AIDS service organizations across Asia, and provides services in the Silicon Valley area. Services include preventative education, support, outreach, and advocacy. All services can be available in Chinese (Mandarin), Thai, Japanese, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi, Gujarati, and Tamil. A program of the Asian American Public Policy Institute. Address: 4546 El Camino Real, Suite B10-129, Los Altos CA 94022 Voice: (650) 518-0069 Email: asianaids@juno.com [29 Dec 2006]
Asian American Dance Performances (AADP) Provides Asian Pacific Islander dance and performance artists support to express, interpret, and articulate their diverse cultural heritages and experiences through performance. Through membership, fiscal sponsorship, annual concert festivals, and performance opportunities through education/outreach, AADP serves artists and audiences. Address: 1310 Mission Street, San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 425-769 Email: AADP@unboundspirit.org Web: http://www.unboundspirit.org [05 Apr 2006]
Asian Americans for Community Involvement (AACI) Mission is to improve the health, mental health, and well-being of individuals and their families by providing an array of human services. AACI empowers the Asian American community by working collaboratively for equality and social justice. Most of our clients are low-income Asian immigrants and refugees. Current programs include mental health and primary care health services, HIV/AIDS prevention and education, breast cancer education, substance abuse treatment, a center for survivors of torture, programs and shelter for women and children who are domestic violence victims, a senior center, after-school youth programs, English and citizenship classes, and advocacy. Address: 2400 Moorpark Avenue, Suite 300, San Jose CA 95128 Voice: (408) 975-2730 Fax: (408) 975-2745 Web: http://www.aaci.org [22 Jul 2007]
Asian Americans for Community Outreach (AACO) An organization dedicated to creating a forum in the San Francisco Bay Area where Asian American professionals and students can meet and foster the common goal of community service, benefiting the extended community as a whole. AACO organizes community service and social events and promotes awareness of social and political issues relevant to Asian Americans. By bringing together people from many diverse fields, AACO hopes to pool its members' knowledge, strength, and experience to make a positive impact on our community. Email: info@aaco-sf.org Web: http://www.aaco-sf.org [30 Jul 2006]
Asian Community Mental Health Services Provides and advocates multilingual and multicultural family services that empower people to lead healthy, productive and self-sufficient lives. The staff speaks 14 Asian languanges. Offices hours are Monday through Friday, 9 to 5. Programs include Mental Health Services, Substance Abuse Services, Services to the Developmentally Disabled, and Family Support Services. Address: 310 Eighth Street, Suite 201, Oakland CA 94607 Voice: (510) 451-6729 Fax: (510) 268-0202 Email: info@acmhs.org Web: http://www.acmhs.org [10 Nov 2007]
Asian Health Services Mission is to serve and advocate for the Asian community regarding its health rights, and to assure access to health care services regardless of income, insurance status, language, or culture. Address: 818 Webster Street, Oakland CA 94607 Voice: (510) 986-6830 Web: http://www.ahschc.org [22 Jul 2007]
Asian Immigrant Women Advocates (AIWA) Works primarily with low-income Asian immigrant women employed as seamstresses, hotel room cleaners, nursing home aides, and electronics assemblers in the Bay Area and Santa Clara county. Seeks to empower women by helping them to exercise their rights and develop the skills necessary to advocate for justice and dignity in their lives and workplaces. Address: 310 Eighth Street #301 (near Harrison), Oakland CA 94607 Voice: (510) 268-0192 Fax: (510) 268-0194 Email: info@aiwa.org Web: http://www.aiwa.org [18 Feb 2007]
Asian Law Caucus The nation's oldest legal and civil rights organization serving the low-income Asian Pacific American communities. Founded in 1972, the Caucus has always strived to defend and empower the Asian Pacific American community through a three-pronged strategy of (1) community education and organizing, (2) provision of direct legal services, and (3) strategic impact litigation. Address: 939 Market Street, Suite 201 (between 3rd and 4th Streets), San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 896-1701 Fax: (415) 896-1702 Email: alc@asianlawcaucus.org Web: http://www.asianlawcaucus.org [04 Aug 2006]
Asian Neighborhood Design Provides multicultural, low-income communities with housing and employment services through housing development, architecture, family support, job training, and furniture manufacturing. Address: 1021 Mission Street, San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 593-0423 Fax: (415) 575-0424 Email: info@andnet.org Web: http://www.andnet.org [10 Nov 2007]
Asian Pacific American Community Center (APACC) A grassroots organization that was founded by several longtime community activists in the Visitacion Valley and Bayview/Hunters Point neighborhoods of San Francisco. APACC's mission is to develop, implement, and evaluate programs and services in response to the changing and various needs of our communities. APACC provides bilingual (English/Chinese) information and referral services to non-English speaking immigrants who are new to the area. APACC also offers language assistance, informational workshops, and cultural activities. Address: 2442 Bayshore Blvd., San Francisco CA 94134 Voice: (415) 587-2689 Fax: (415) 587-0789 Email: apacc_1999@yahoo.com [11 Apr 2006]
Asian Pacific Americans for Progress (APAP) A grassroots, internet-empowered, national network of Asian Pacific Americans (APAs) for Progressive Action. Our goals are to develop a national network of APAs interested in progressive politics, support candidates who represent our organization's vision and mission, increase APA involvement in local and national politics, and increase awareness of APA issues. Web: http://www.apaforprogress.org [17 May 2008]
Asian Pacific Environmental Network (APEN) Seeks to empower low-income Asian Pacific Islander (API) communities to achieve environmental and social justice. APEN believes that the environment includes everything around us: where we live, work and play. And we strive to build grassroots organizations that will improve the health, well-being and political strength of our communities. Address: 310 Eighth Street #309, Oakland CA 94607 Voice: (510) 834-8920 Fax: (510) 834-8926 Email: apen@apen4ej.org Web: http://www.apen4ej.org [09 Apr 2006]
Asian Pacific Islander Legal Outreach A community-based, social justice organization serving the Asian and Pacific Islander communities of the Greater Bay Area. With a staff of 20 in offices in San Francisco and Oakland, we provide legal, social, and educational services in more than a dozen languages and dialects including Cantonese, Chiu-Chow, Hindi, Ilocano, Japanese, Korean, Lao, Mandarin, Spanish, Tagalog, Taiwanese, Urdu, and Vietnamese. Formerly Nihonmachi Legal Outreach. Address: 1188 Franklin Street, Suite 202 , San Francisco CA 94109 Voice: (415) 567-6255 Fax: (415) 567-6248 Email: info@apilegaloutreach.org Web: http://www.apilegaloutreach.org [01 Feb 2006]
Asian Pacific Psychological Services (APPS) A nonprofit community-based mental health agency committed to providing culturally and linguistically competent comprehensive mental health services for the Asian and Pacific Islander community. Their priority is serving disadvantaged immigrant and refugee communities who have limited access to care due to cultural, linguistic, and socioeconomic barriers. Address: 55 International Blvd, Oakland CA 94606 Voice: (510) 835-2777 Email: inforequest@appsweb.org Web: http://www.appsweb.org [21 Jun 2008]
Asian Women's Shelter A shelter program for abused Asian women and their children. Provides safety, food, shelter, advocacy, and other resources to assist women in rebuilding violence-free lives. Services are culturally appropriate and language accessible. Has an on-call pool of multilingual advocates to respond to the wide range of Asian languages spoken in the Bay Area. Address: 3543 18th Street, Box 19, San Francisco CA 94110 Voice: (415) 751-7110 (office); (415) 751-0880 (24-hour crisis line) Fax: (415) 751-0806 Web: http://www.sfaws.org [28 Mar 2009]
Aspira A private, non-profit foster care and adoption agency dedicated to providing services to children in foster care and the families who care for them. For over 2 decades, Aspira and its parent organization, MBH, Inc., have recruited, trained, certified and serve families who care for children in the foster care system. Our vision is to take collective action to support communities and families as they love and care for children. Aspira is the leader in providing homes for siblings, advancing siblings rights, reuniting brothers and sisters split by foster care. Address: 400 Oyster Point Blvd., Suite 501, South San Francisco CA 94080 Voice: (650) 866-4080 Fax: (650) 866-4081 Email: dbush@mossbeachhomes.com Web: http://www.aspiranet.org [23 Nov 2007]
Aspire Education Project Provides tutoring, test prep and after-school programs to disadvantaged students who need focused help in order to accomplish their goals of graduating from high school and/or entering college. We aim to maximize the impact of our resources both by facilitating mentoring relationships in the educational community and by creating opportunities for students who want to give back to the community through involvement in mentoring or pursuing careers in education. Address: POBox 10083, Oakland CA 94610 Voice: (510) 658-7500 Fax: (866) 471-3153 Email: info@aspireeducation.org Web: http://www.aspireeducation.org [06 May 2007]
Association for the Study of Peak Oil & Gas (ASPO) A network of scientists and others, having an interest in determining the date and impact of the peak and decline of the world's production of oil and gas, due to resource constraints. Web: http://peakoil.net/ [21 Jun 2008]
Association of World Citizens An international peace organization with World Citizen Centers established in 50 countries. NGO status with the UN, including consultative status with ECOSOC. Address: 55 New Montgomery Street, Suite 224 (between Market and Mission), San Francisco CA 94105-3421 Voice: (415) 541-9610 Fax: (650) 745-0640 Email: info@worldcitizens.org Web: http://www.worldcitizens.org/ [30 Jul 2006]
Asylum Access Envisions a world where refugees are seen as people with rights, not just needs. To make these rights a reality, Asylum Access provides on-the-ground legal counsel and representation for refugees in Africa, Asia and Latin America, and advocates for refugee rights worldwide. Asylum Access believes that by empowering refugees to assert their human rights, we can create effective, lasting solutions for refugees, throughout the global south and around the world. Address: POBox 14205, San Francisco CA 94114 Voice: (415) 601-3896 Email: emily@asylumaccess.org Web: http://www.asylumaccess.org/ [08 Jun 2007]
Atheists of Silicon Valley An Atheist organization founded by Atheists for Atheists. We are committed to defending the separation of state & church and the civil rights of atheists, altering the negative perception many Americans have of atheists by promoting critical thinking, and educating the public about atheists & atheism. Web: http://www.godlessgeeks.com/ [03 Apr 2006]
Atlantic Monthly A magazine devoted to politics, society, the arts, and culture since 1857. Web: http://www.theatlantic.com [06 May 2007]
Attorneys for the Rights of the Child (ARC) An organization of attorneys and their supporters advocating for the legal rights of children, specifically for genital integrity and a halt to all forms of male and female circumcision. Address: 2961 Ashby Avenue, Berkeley CA 94705 Voice: (510) 595-5550 Email: arc@post.harvard.edu Web: http://www.arclaw.org/ [24 Apr 2006]
Aurora Forum at Stanford University An ongoing public conversation series featuring people who turn vision into action for positive social change. The Forum serves as a bridge between the university and a public eager for high quality ideas and information. Our programs are free and open to everyone. Address: 425 Santa Teresa Street, Stanford CA 94305-2245 Voice: (650) 725-5633 Email: auroraforum@stanford.edu Web: http://auroraforum.org [09 Nov 2008]
AutismTutors.com Mission is to provide a directory of tutors so parents can find an appropriate tutor for their child, and a directory of parents, so tutors can connect with parents who need help. Web: http://www.autismtutors.com/ [19 Dec 2005]
Automobile Moratorium A program to develop a car-free day in the city of Berkeley and other communities, looking toward a national and international car-free day in honor of environmental values. Address: POBox 9409, Berkeley CA 94709 Voice: (888) 363-2821 Email: orealius@juno.com Web: http://www.marctwang.org/auto.html [28 Nov 2007]
Auxiliary at Mount Zion Hosptial - UCSF (San Francisco) Our mission is to promote the health and welfare of Mount Zion patients by providing financial support for programs and services to patients which would otherwise not be available. The Auxiliary was founded in 1897 as a volunteer and philanthropic organization, serving as a major link between the hospital and the community. Mount Zion is now a campus of the UCSF Medical Center. Address: 1600 Divisadero Street, Box 1606, San Francisco CA 94143-1606 Voice: (415) 885-7354 Fax: (415) 353-9565 Email: auxiliary.department@ucsfmedctr.org Web: http://mountzion.ucsfmedicalcenter.org/auxiliary [09 Feb 2008]
awolbush.com A web site that details how George W. Bush never showed up for National Guard duty for a period of approximately one year, possibly more, in 1972-1973. Web: http://www.awolbush.com/ [30 Jul 2006]
Axistive Assistive Technology News Portal Offers free news, articles, product reviews and all product and vendor information of assistive technology devices. Web: http://www.axistive.com/ [09 Mar 2006]
BADIL Resource Center for Palestinian Residency & Refugee Rights Takes a rights-based approach to the Palestinian refugee issue through research, advocacy and support of community participation in the search for durable solutions. BADIL was established in January 1998 to support the development of a popular refugee lobby for the right of return through professional research and partnership-based community initiatives. The Center is registered with the Palestinian Authority. Web: http://www.badil.org/ [07 Jan 2006]
BADvertising Institute Counters the seduction of dishonest tobacco advertising by doctoring-up tobacco ads to make them honest. By juxtaposing funny, gross and disgusting images on top of deceitful ads, we jolt people into realizing how tobacco ads are concealing the truth about smoking. We show how they seduce young people into addiction to tobacco, and dupe the rest of society into dependence on tobacco money. Web: http://www.badvertising.org [08 Apr 2007]
Baku Ceyhan Campaign Working to raise public awareness of the social problems, human rights abuses and environmental damage that are being caused by the Baku-Tbilisi-Ceyhan oil pipeline, which runs through Azerbaijan, Georgia and Turkey. In particular, the campaign argues that public money should not be used to subsidise social and environmental problems, purely in the interests of the private sector, but must be conditional on a positive contribution to the economic and social development of people in the region. Web: http://www.bakuceyhan.org.uk/ [30 Jul 2006]
Bandar Interactive Inc. We're an interactive agency, helping corporate and non-profit organizations leverage the Web and improve online user experience. We do about 40% of our work for non-profits, such as TransFair USA, Building Child Care, The National Economic Development and Law Center, Asian Law Caucus, Junior Achievements, and local credit unions. We have a strategic alliance with Altrue.com, Inc., who provide Web site solutions for non-profits. While we also do work for corporate for-profit clients, we target non-profits and provide them with significant discounts. Address: 291 3rd Street, Oakland CA 94607 Voice: (510) 658-7871 Fax: (510) 868-0929 Email: ehab@bandarinteractive.com Web: http://www.bandarinteractive.com [11 Sep 2007]
BANDTEC: A Network for Diversity Training Dedicated to the creation of an equitable society for children and their families by promoting and providing quality training, technical assistance, information and resources in diversity issues for educators, care providers and families of young children. Address: 5236 Claremont Avenue, 2nd Floor, Oakland CA 94618 Voice: (510) 658-9197 Fax: (510) 658-2067 Email: bandtec@earthlink.net Web: http://www.bandtec.org [23 Nov 2006]
Bank Information Center Partners with civil society in developing and transition countries to influence the World Bank and other international financial institutions (IFIs) to promote social and economic justice and ecological sustainability. BIC is an independent, non-profit, non-governmental organization that advocates for the protection of rights, participation, transparency, and public accountability in the governance and operations of the World Bank, regional development banks, and IMF. Web: http://www.bicusa.org/ [10 Sep 2006]
BanTransFats.com Works behind the scenes on a daily basis to help the food industry reduce and eliminate trans fat in our food supply and educate the public about the harmful effects of trans fat. Has successfully sued Kraft and McDonald's over trans fats, and assisted New York City and other cities in developing trans fat bans. Web: http://www.bantransfats.com/ [20 Apr 2008]
BARE-2-BREAKERS An 'unofficial', uncostumed subgroup of the textiled Bay to Breakers footrace. The BARE-2-BREAKERS run is a spontaneous event by individuals; the BARE-2-BREAKERS' Boosters and the supportive Western Association for Nude Recreation are solely information guides. Web: http://baretobreakers.com/ [10 Sep 2006]
Baring Witness When 45 Marin County, California women were photographed on November 12, 2002, forming the word PEACE with their naked bodies, it struck a deep chord around the world. Our exposure of the vulnerable human flesh we all share has created a powerful statement against the naked aggression of our country’s policies. Similar nude and clothed actions took place across the US and around the world. These actions brought unprecedented press to the Pro-Peace movement. Address: POBox 753, Marshall CA 94940 Email: info@BaringWitness.org Web: http://www.baringwitness.org/ http://www.GlobalOrgasm.org [29 Oct 2006]
Bay Area American Indians Two-Spirits (BAAITS) A community-based volunteer organization offering culturally relevant activities for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender and Intersex Native Americans, their families and friends. Two-Spirit refers to the commonly shared notion among many Native American tribes that some individuals naturally possessed and manifested both a masculine and feminine spiritual qualities. American society commonly identifies Two-Spirit People as Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual or Transgender. Bay Area American Indian Two-Spirits comes together to socialize, share and network in an alcohol and drug-free environment. Address: SF LGBT Center, 1800 Market Street, Box 95, San Francisco CA 94102-6227 Voice: (415) 865-5616 Email: admin@baaits.org Web: http://www.baaits.org [10 Nov 2007]
Bay Area Animal Rights Network (BAARN) A network of individuals and organizations within the San Francisco Bay Area working on behalf of animals and animal rights. It is not our intent to create a new organization, but to create a network for existing activists and organizations to communicate and support each other, share resources, alert the activist community about activities/situations which need support as well as share successful strategies. Web: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/baarn/ [10 Nov 2007]
Bay Area Association of Disabled Sailors (BAADS) We believe sailing is the sport where disabled people feel most able. Thus, BAADS seeks to make all aspects of sailing in the San Francisco Bay Area accessible. This includes full participation in teaching sailing, cruising, racing, and developing engineering designs for adaptive equipment to benefit people with diverse abilities. Address: Pier 40, The Embarcadero, San Francisco CA 94107 Voice: (415) 281-0212 Email: baadsmembership@gmail.com Web: http://www.baads.org [24 Jun 2009]
Bay Area Barns and Trails Mission is to preserve the equestrian heritage in the ‘Great Outdoors of the San Francisco Bay Area’. Bay Area Barns and Trails (BABTT) provides financial support, networking and technical assistance to individual equestrians, coalitions, public and private landowners, land and trail trusts, and organizations. BABTT supports partnerships that preserve and maintain publicly accessible barns, stables, pastures, staging areas, horse camps, and trails throughout Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Mateo, San Francisco, Santa Clara, Solano, and Sonoma Counties. Address: POBox 2435, Mill Valley CA 94942-2435 Voice: (415) 383-6283 Fax: (415) 381-3809 Email: babtt@earthlink.net Web: http://www.bayareabarnsandtrails.org [21 Jun 2008]
Bay Area Bicycle Coalition (BABC) Goal is to make the San Francisco Bay Area a national model for progressive bicycling policies, and to provide a safe and comprehensive network to facilitate bicycling throughout the region. BABC believes that bicycling can and should be a viable transportation and recreation option for all of the wonderfully diverse residents of the Bay Area. Address: POBox 2214, Novato CA 94948-2214 Voice: (415) 246-8078 Fax: (415) 893-9596 Email: cole-AT-bayareabikes-DOT-org Web: http://www.bayareabikes.org [20 Apr 2008]
Bay Area Bisexual Network (BABN) Mission is to develop a healthy, vibrant, multicultural bisexual community in the San Francisco Bay Area and to promote better understanding of bisexual lives and issues within the larger lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (LGBTQ) community and the public. We offer: * Two email lists. The events list is a low-volume, moderated list. Our chat list is a free-form discussion of whatever you fancy. * Information and referral. * Cultural & social events. * A monthly peer-support group. Address: SFLGBT Community Center, 1800 Market Street, Room 405, San Francisco CA 94102 Voice: (415) 865-5627 Email: babn@babn.org Web: http://www.babn.org [09 Nov 2008]
Bay Area Center for Nonviolent Communication (BayNVC) A local affiliate of the Center for Nonviolent Communication. BayNVC share's CNVC's vision of a world where everyone's needs can be met peacefully. BayNVC contributes to this vision by providing trainings in NVC to the public and to organizations. Address: 55 Santa Clara Avenue, Suite 203, Oakland CA 94610 Voice: (510) 433-0700 Fax: (510) 452-3900 Email: nvc@baynvc.org Web: http://www.baynvc.org/ http://www.cnvc.org [03 Apr 2006]
Bay Area Coalition for Employment Development (BACED) A network of agencies who work together to substantially increase the hiring of individuals with barriers to employment by connecting qualified applicants with the employers who need them. Address: 1150 South Bascom Avenue #7A, San Jose CA 95125 Email: info@baced.us Web: http://www.baced.us [08 Aug 2008]
Bay Area Coalition for Headwaters Forest (BACH) Mission is to educate and build support in the Bay Area and other urban areas for the preservation of a biologically viable redwood forest. BACH connects local environmentalists with forest activists to preserve the old growth redwood ecosystems, with real solutions for forest workers and communities. Address: 2530 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley CA 94702 Voice: (510) 548-3113 Web: http://www.headwaterspreserve.org [09 Nov 2008]
Bay Area Coalition for Our Reproductive Rights (BACORR) Creates a diverse action-based network of support for family planning clinics and abortion service providers. Seeks to expand the finding of Roe v Wade, and works within communities to support full service family planning / reproductive health centers. Email: bacorrinfo@riseup.net Web: http://www.bacorr.org/ [30 Jun 2006]
Bay Area Community Exchange Re-Localizing for a healthier and more sustainable future. Web: http://bayareacommunityexchange.ning.com/ [19 Feb 2009]
Bay Area Dioxins Project A joint project of Bay Area local governments, working to reduce dioxins pollution. The project has three focuses: Convening interested local governments; assisting local governments with dioxins pollution prevention strategies; and maintaining a productive dialogue with interested community, environmental, labor, government and business groups. Web: http://dioxin.abag.ca.gov [10 Feb 2008]
Bay Area Fair Trade Coalition A group of consumers, students, non-profits, Fair Trade businesses, activists and community members working together to raise awareness and build demand for Fair Trade in the Bay Area. We hope to make San Francisco the first Fair Trade Town in the US! Web: http://bayareafairtradecoalition.blogspot.com/ [21 Jun 2006]
Bay Area Friends of Tibet (BAFoT) Educates the public about Tibet and the Tibetan people; organizes grassroots projects and events; and cooperates with other Tibet support groups locally and internationally. Recognizing the value of the Tibetan way of life to the world, BAFoT actively promotes Tibetan culture and advocates protection of human rights and the environment in Tibet. Address: 2288 Fulton Street, Suite 312, Berkeley CA 94704 Voice: (510) 548-1271 Fax: (510) 548-3785 Email: bafot@friends-of-tibet.org Web: http://www.friends-of-tibet.org [10 Sep 2006]
Bay Area Green Business Program A successful partnership of environmental agencies and utilities that assists, recognizes and promotes businesses and government agencies that volunteer to operate in a more environmentally responsible way. To be certified "green", participants must be in compliance with all regulations and meet program standards for conserving resources, preventing pollution and minimizing waste. We offer motivated businesses and agencies an easy-to-use framework for improving environmental performance. Web: http://www.greenbiz.ca.gov/ [22 Jul 2007]
Bay Area Intactivists Group (BANG) Routine infant circumcision is unnecessary and harmful. We welcome you to help us organize locally to educate and raise consciousness (our own as well as others'), and to work toward changing relevant regulations and policy. Join the worldwide movement to protect human rights by eradicating all forms of the unconsenting amputation of parts of one's healthy body. Dinner-meetings are normally held the first Sunday of the month. Contact us to be put on our listserv, BANG-L. Address: c/o Tina Kimmel, MSW, MPH, 719 Aileen Street (near MLK), Oakland CA 94609-1611 Voice: (510) 653-5260 Fax: (510) 653-5260 (same as voice) Email: tinakimmel@motherlove.org [22 Sep 2007]
Bay Area International Development Organizations (BAIDO) A network of progressive Northern California non-governmental organizations (NGOs) working in partnership with communities around the world. Mission is to promote the U.S. public’s understanding of and involvement in the challenges facing people globally. Address: Higgins House, Preservation Park, 678 Thirteenth Street, Suite 205, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (415) 788-3666 x204 Fax: (877) 633-5381 Web: http://www.baido.org [01 Aug 2005]
Bay Area Iranian American Democrats (BAIAD) A grassroots political organization that stands for protecting the rights and interests of Iranian Americans by empowering the Iranian-American political voice. BAIAD seeks to promote progressive values such as social justice, responsibility and fairness through education, political participation, public and political advocacy, and grassroots activism. Address: 6363 Christie Avenue, Suite 2611, Emeryville CA 94608 Voice: (415) 315-9959 Email: info1-at-baiad.org Web: http://www.baiad.org/ [20 Apr 2008]
Bay Area Labor Committee for Peace & Justice (LC4PJ) An ad hoc committee of union and other labor activists founded three weeks after 9/11. It organizes for immediate withdrawal from Iraq and Afghanistan, against Israeli Apartheid practices in Palestine and Israel, and for social justice in the U.S. An annual donation of $30 is requested (but not required) for membership. Meets most months on the first Sunday of each month from 10am to noon at CWA Local 9415, at 1831 Park Blvd. (near 18th St., across from the Parkway Theater) in Oakland. Affiliated with U.S. Labor Against the War. Voice: (510) 263-5303 Email: labor-for-peace-and-justice@igc.org [02 Mar 2009]
Bay Area Labor Heritage Rockin' Solidarity Chorus The chorus, directed by Pat Wynne, performs songs about work in a variety of styles (including IWW anthems, labor gospel, South African songs, and new compositions). Sessions are held at SF City College, Phelan Campus, Creative Arts Building, Room 133 on Thursdays at 6:30pm and at Laney College, Oakland on alternate Saturdays at 12:30pm. (College credit is available.) All friends of labor are welcome. The chorus is available for performances in the community. Web: http://www.laborchorus.org [10 Nov 2007]
Bay Area Legal Aid, Alameda County The largest provider of free civil legal services in the Bay Area. Our seven regional offices work together to provide high quality legal assistance to low-income people regardless of their location, language, or disability. BayLegal is uniquely positioned to help people across county lines. We assist people in the areas of housing, public benefits, health access, and domestic violence. See the next several entries for the addresses of the other regional offices. Address: 405 14th Street, 11th Floor, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 663-4744 Fax: (510) 663-4710 Email: info@baylegal.org Web: http://www.baylegal.org [10 Nov 2007]
Bay Area Legal Aid, Contra Costa County See description at Bay Area Legal Aid, Alameda County. Address: 1025 Macdonald Avenue, Richmond CA 94801 Voice: (510) 233-9954 Fax: (510) 236-6846 Email: info@baylegal.org Web: http://www.baylegal.org [10 Nov 2007]
Bay Area Legal Aid, Marin County See description at Bay Area Legal Aid, Alameda County. Address: 30 North San Pedro Road, San Rafael CA 94903 Voice: (415) 479-8224 Fax: (415) 479-8549 Email: info@baylegal.org Web: http://www.baylegal.org [10 Nov 2007]
Bay Area Legal Aid, San Francisco County See description at Bay Area Legal Aid, Alameda County. Address: 50 Fell Street, San Francisco CA 94102 Voice: (415) 982-1300 Fax: (415) 982-4243 Email: info@baylegal.org Web: http://www.baylegal.org [10 Nov 2007]
Bay Area Legal Aid, San Mateo County See description at Bay Area Legal Aid, Alameda County. Address: 2287 El Camino Real, San Mateo CA 94403 Voice: (650) 358-0745 Fax: (650) 358-0751 Email: info@baylegal.org Web: http://www.baylegal.org [10 Nov 2007]
Bay Area Legal Aid, Santa Clara County See description at Bay Area Legal Aid, Alameda County. Address: 2 West Santa Clara Street, 8th Floor, San Jose CA 95113 Voice: (408) 283-3700 Fax: (408) 283-3750 Email: info@baylegal.org Web: http://www.baylegal.org [15 Dec 2007]
Bay Area Literacy (BALIT) Serves adults in the Bay Area who choose to improve their reading and writing skills. BALit’s member programs are located throughout the region, from Lake County to Watsonville, and the coast to Livermore. Each year these programs serve some 6,500 adults, helping them to achieve their goals and expand their opportunities. Many programs also offer Families for Literacy Programs, computer labs, and small group instruction. Address: c/o South San Francisco Public Library, 840 West Orange Avenue, South San Francisco CA 94080 Voice: (888) 740-7323 (740-READ --- a project referral hotline) Email: maryannemc@mail2athena.com Web: http://www.literacynet.org/balit [11 Apr 2006]
Bay Area Naturally A printed directory of community resources for natural living, published by City Spirit Publications and distributed in businesses for free. Includes holistic health professionals, green products and services, schools and educational centers, a natural food restaurant guide, and a calendar of events. Address: 7282 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, POBox 267, Lagunitas CA 94938 Voice: (800) 486-4794 Fax: (800) 211-6746 Email: info@naturalpages.com Web: http://www.naturalpages.com/ba.html [18 Feb 2007]
Bay Area Naturists A loosely-knit collection of people in the San Francisco and Monterey Bay areas who believe that the human species must live in harmony with itself and the other species which populate Planet Earth, believe in the fundamental wholesomeness of the human body, and regard it as neither an object of shame nor a subject for degrading exploitation, and advocate the acceptance of suitable areas for nude recreation. Address: POBox 23781, San Jose CA 95153-3781 Web: http://www.bayareanaturists.org/ [10 Nov 2007]
Bay Area Outreach and Recreation Program (BORP) A 501(c)3 non-profit organization working to improve the health, independence and social integration of people with physical disabilities through sports, fitness and recreation programs. At BORP, we believe that sports and recreation provide a path to greater achievement to which all people should have access, and we continually strive to make this a reality. Address: 600 Bancroft Way, Berkeley CA 94710 Voice: (510) 849-4663 Fax: (510) 849-4616 Email: info@borp.org Web: http://www.borp.org [10 Feb 2008]
Bay Area Relocalize A sustainable community-focused project operating out of Post Carbon Institute’s San Francisco Bay Area office that is catalyzing a regional movement to transition the Bay Area away from over-reliance on fossil fuels. Government leaders, businesses, and civil society at-large are busily preparing for another 1906-style earthquake or levee breach, either of which would cause untold devastation throughout the Bay Area. Yet comparably little attention is being paid to the very real threat of escalating oil and natural gas prices – or major supply disruptions in the face of growing international conflict and competition over these increasingly scarce resources. Web: http://bayarea.relocalize.net [05 Apr 2006]
Bay Area Reporter (BAR) A weekly newspaper of transgender, bisexual, lesbian and gay news, activism, and entertainment, distributed free every Thursday. Address: 395 Ninth Street, San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 861-5019; (415) 861-8144 Email: barpaper@aol.com [26 Dec 2006]
Bay Area Seed Interchange Library (BASIL) Holds seed-saving workshops and offers a public library (at the Ecology Center) of open-pollinated seeds, both cultivated and wild. Web: http://www.ecologycenter.org/basil [10 Nov 2007]
Bay Area United Against War (BAUAW) A non-profit affiliation of groups and individuals dedicated to organizing demonstrations, seminars and other peaceful actions to stop war, protect human rights and civil liberties. BAUAW is a non-partisan organization not associated with any political parties or candidates. We receive funding from individual contributions. Address: POBox 318021, San Francisco CA 94131-8021 Voice: (415) 824-8730 (Bonnie Weinstein) Email: bauaw2003-owner@yahoogroups.com Web: http://www.bauaw.org [21 Jun 2008]
Bay Area Vegetarians (BAV) A bay area wide group for vegans, vegetarians, veg*n-inclined and interested people to find community & support with like-minded folks. Our goal is to support and encourage the local veg*n community through our online discussion forum and mailing lists ("SFBAVeg", "SFBAVeg-Events"), and planned monthly events. In the community spirit, all of our events are organized by volunteers, and membership is free. Come join us for a Vegan Food Party! See our website for upcoming events or information on joining. Web: http://www.bayareaveg.org [17 Sep 2006]
Bay Area Video Coalition (BAVC) A nonprofit media arts center that was founded in 1976 by a coalition of media makers and activists who wanted to find alternative, civic-minded applications for a new technology - PortaPak video. While the technology has continued to evolve, BAVC’s mission to bring increased cultural and economic participation to underserved communities through media, and our belief that telling compelling stories is powerful for both media maker and audience, remains. Address: 2727 Mariposa Street, Second Floor (at Bryant), San Francisco CA 94110 Voice: (415) 861-3282 Fax: (415) 861-4316 Web: http://www.bavc.org [28 Mar 2009]
Bay Area Wilderness Training (BAWT) BAWT, a program of the Earth Island Institute, began with the idea that California's bountiful wilderness areas are a vast, yet untapped, resource for local youth-serving organizations. BAWT promotes the wise use of these national, state and regional parks through our professional wilderness leadership training. Then, we link our workshops to our outdoor equipment library, so that youth organizations and schools may outfit their groups for trips of their own -- free of charge! We believe that well led trips to granite cliffs, isolated beaches and ancient redwoods, provide youth with powerful and life changing experiences. Address: c/o Earth Island Institute, 300 Broadway, Suite 23, San Francisco CA 94133 Voice: (415) 788-3666 x125 Fax: (415) 788-7324 Web: http://www.bawt.org [15 Dec 2007]
Bay Area Women Against Rape (BAWAR) Provides free in-person counseling to survivors of sexual assault and their significant others. Also offers accompaniment to police, court and hospital, a 24-hour hotline, support groups, and community education. Address: 470 27th Street, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 430-1298 (office); (510) 845-7273 (24-hour crisis line) Fax: (510) 430-2579 Email: bawar2001@msn.com Web: http://www.bawar.net/ [11 Jun 2006]
bay area youth fund for education (b.a.y.fund) Committed to helping young people finish high school and become the first in their family to graduate from college. We make a 10 year commitment to each student - from the end of 7th grade to the end of 5 years of college. Through mentoring, tutoring, community service and college counseling our students are exposed to experiences and challenges that encourage them to develop the decision-making skills, leadership ability and good judgment necessary to become successful adults. Located at 220 Halleck Street in the Presidio. Address: Presidio of San Francisco, POBox 29415, San Francisco CA 94129 Voice: (415) 561-3450 Fax: (415) 561-3454 Email: info@bayfund.org Web: http://www.bayfund.org [22 Jul 2007]
The Bay Institute Dedicated to the protection and restoration of the ecosystems of San Francisco Bay, the Sacramento - San Joaquin Delta, and the rivers, streams, and watersheds tributary to the estuary. Goals are to protect and restore fish and wildlife, increase freshwater flows, reform water allocation policy, and protect and improve water quality. Address: 500 Palm Drive, Novato CA 94949 Voice: (415) 506-0150 x26 Email: davis@bay.org Web: http://www.bay.org [08 Apr 2007]
Bay Nature The first natural history magazine for the San Francisco Bay Area, dedicated to the intelligent and joyful exploration of the region's natural and the species that inhabit them. Address: 1328 Sixth Street, Suite 2, Berkeley CA 94710 Voice: (510) 528-8550 Email: baynature@baynature.com Web: http://www.baynature.com [10 Nov 2007]
Bay Worms A non-profit dedicated to diverting waste from local landfills by converting it into rich soil amendments. Using vermicomposting methods, we provide compost, worm castings and worms to residents and businesses. We also offer educational opportunities such as workshops, seminars and school presentations. Voice: (510) 776-6210 Email: bayworms@gmail.com Web: http://www.bayworms.org [28 Mar 2009]
BAY-Peace (Better Alternatives for Youth) Fights back against aggressive military recruiting in our schools. Address: 1470 Fruitvalue Avenue, Oakland CA 94601 Voice: (510) 809-7416 Email: baypeace4youth@gmail.com Web: http://www.baypeace.org/ [23 Dec 2007]
BayRail Alliance The voice for modern rail transportation in the San Francisco Bay Area. We mobilize transit riders and other key constituencies to influence government to modernize and expand our regional rail network. We advocate for improvements that will produce a quantum leap in the quality and convenience of rail public transit to boost quality of life in the San Francisco Bay Area. Originally founded in 1982 as Peninsula Rail 2000, BayRail Alliance is a grassroots, non-profit, membership-based organization. Address: 3921 East Bayshore Road, Palo Alto CA 94303 Voice: (866) 267-8024 (toll-free) Web: http://www.bayrailalliance.org [20 Jul 2008]
BayVajra.info A Vajrayana Buddhist events list for the San Francisco Bay Area. Bay Area Vajrayana Buddhist groups and individuals can publish their dharma events here. Sangha social gatherings and fundraising events are good too. Also welcome are events related to Tibetan freedom and human rights, and Tibetan culture. All events should be in and around the Bay Area. Web: http://bayvajra.info/ [09 Dec 2007]
Bayview Hunter's Point Center for Arts & Technology (BAYCAT) A non-profit community media producer that educates, empowers and employs underserved youth and adults in the digital media arts. By bridging the digital divide, BAYCAT inspires students to stay in school and become lifelong learners, and to use the power of digital media and design to shape their communities and tell their unique stories. Address: 2415 Third Street, Suite 230, San Francisco CA 94107 Voice: (415) 701-8CAT (8228) Fax: (415) 701-9CAT (9228) Email: info@baycat.org Web: http://www.baycat.org/ [21 Jun 2008]
Bayview Hunters Point Health and Environmental Resource Center (HERC) Our vision is to empower the residents of Bayview Hunters Point (BVHP) to meet the challenges of healthy living within an urban environment scarred by more than fifty years of environmental pollutants. By working with a consortium of community-based organizations dedicated to developing culturally effective, evidence-based interventions to eliminate and improve the health caused by industrial pollution as well as lifestyle habits. Address: 828 Innes Avenue, Unit 110, San Francisco CA 94124 Voice: (415) 401-6810 Fax: (415) 401-6812 Email: bmcgee_us@yahoo.com Web: http://www.bayviewherc.org/ [05 Apr 2007]
BehindTheLabel.org A multimedia news magazine and on-line community covering the stories and people of the global clothing industry the hidden stories of the millions of workers around the world who make our clothes, the people who care how their clothes are made and the multinational corporations behind the labels. Web: http://www.behindthelabel.org/ [21 Jun 2008]
Ben Lomond Quaker Center A self-service conference and retreat center with simple, comfortable accommodations, modestly priced. It is a sacred place for friends to gather, offering group rentals; personal retreats; our own schedule of Quaker Center Programs focused on Quakerism, spiritual growth, and social justice; a residential internship in non-profit administration; and a permanent outdoor labyrinth available to the public. Quaker Center extends a special hand of support to low-income community groups working for peace, social justice, race and gender equity, and care and reclamation of the environment. Address: POBox 686, Ben Lomond CA 95005 Voice: (831) 336-8333 Fax: (831) 336-0218 Email: mail(at)quakercenter.org Web: http://www.quakercenter.org/ http://www.quakercenter.org/Pages/GroupRentalPages/SpecialSupport.html [20 Apr 2008]
berberworld.com A web site covering the Berber (Amazigh) people and culture. Berbers are the indigenous people of Northern Africa (Tamazgha), and continue to comprise a substantial portion of the population of Morocco and Algeria and elsewhere, yet their culture and language (Tamazight) are being actively repressed. Web: http://www.mondeberbere.com/ [22 Jul 2007]
Berkeley Adult School (BAS) A remarkable community asset. We teach immigrants and non-English speakers English. We teach older adults how to read and solve math problems. We provide the means for adults to complete high school credits, obtain a GED, graduate and pas the exit exam. We help older adults learn and grow and contribute to their quality of life. We also provide career and technical education so that our most needy adults can find meaningful work and a living wage. Located on the corner of San Pablo Avenue and Virginia Streets. You do not have to be a resident of Berkeley and all of the classes that we offer are either free or at the lowest cost possible. Address: 1701 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley CA 94702 Voice: (510) 644-6130 Email: lminor@bas.berkeley.net Web: http://bas.berkeley.net/ [18 Nov 2006]
Berkeley Car-Free Housing Ordinance A number of groups have proposed an ordinance that would allow developers to build car-free-by-contract housing in Berkeley, California. Web: http://www.preservenet.com/carfreehousing/ [18 Feb 2007]
Berkeley Community Gardening Collaborative (BCGC) Composed of diverse community garden members who share a common commitment to organic, urban agriculture and access to healthy food for all residents of Berkeley. What We Do: By providing a forum for mutual support and the sharing of common resources, BCGC assists and protects existing gardens, facilitates the formation of new gardens, and advocates food security initiatives in our local schools and city. Address: POBox 2801, Berkeley CA 94702 Voice: (510) 883-9096 Web: http://ecologycenter.org/bcgc [21 Apr 2007]
Berkeley Community Media (BCM) Dedicated to community access to the media by and for Berkeley residents. Many people know us through B-TV Channel 28, the community access television station run by BCM and by B-TV Channel 33 that airs City Council and other government meetings. We also provide low-cost classes, access to video equipment, editing suites and studios, a popular internship program, and ongoing advocacy with the City and Comcast to protect and enhance these resources for Berkeley residents. Our mission is to build an electronic free speech forum in order to encourage democratic involvement and build community. Address: 2239 Martin Luther King Jr. Way (between Bancroft and Allston), Berkeley CA 94704 Voice: (510) 848-2288 Fax: (510) 848-0265 Email: info@betv.org Web: http://www.betv.org/ [21 Jun 2008]
Berkeley Cooperative Grocery (The CoG) A group of local Bay-Area residents is launching this food cooperative in early 2007. Its mission is to offer reasonably priced food and products that are sustainably sourced from a central Berkeley location. The CoG will run on a democratic model in which every member can vote on operational issues at monthly general meetings. Email: info@berkeleycog.org Web: http://www.berkeleycog.org/ [03 Aug 2006]
Berkeley Daily Planet A twice-weekly newspaper covering Berkeley, California, available for free on the street. Address: 3023-A Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley CA 94705 Voice: (510) 841-5600 Fax: (510) 841-5695 Web: http://www.berkeleydaily.org [22 Jul 2007]
Berkeley Ecological and Safe Transportation Coalition (Berkeley BEST) BEST advocates sustainable transit for all Berkeley area users: pedestrians, bicyclists, wheelchair users, bus and BART riders. BEST is currently inactive (noted October 2006), but could be revived by an infusion of new energy. Address: c/o BFBC, POBos 13357, Berkeley CA 94712-4357 Email: imgreen03@comcast.net [16 Oct 2006]
Berkeley Fellowship of Unitarian Universalists (BFUU) A member congregation of the Unitarian Universalist Association, a non-creedal religious organization consisting of more than a thousand churches, societies, and fellowships in the U.S. and Canada. We welcome people of all religious, social, and cultural backgrounds, people of all sexual orientations, people of different abilities, and of all ages to become part of our congregation. We have a long-standing, very active Social Justice Committee, whose members are deeply engaged in many areas of progressive grassroots politics, including the peace movement, economic justice, deep ecology/environmental activism, abolition of the death penalty, and much more. Fellowship Hall is located at 1924 Cedar Street (at Bonita). Address: 1606 Bonita Avenue, Berkeley CA 94709-2022 Voice: (510) 841-4824 Email: office@bfuu.org Web: http://www.bfuu.org [04 Nov 2006]
Berkeley Food and Housing Project To help ease and end the crisis of homelessness in our community, the Berkeley Food and Housing Project provides emergency food and shelter, transitional housing and assistance, and long-term housing placement with support services to homeless individuals and families. Address: 2140 Dwight Way, Berkeley CA 94704 Voice: (510) 649-4965 x307 (Marci Jordan, Executive Director) Fax: (510) 649-4982 Email: info@bfhp.org Web: http://www.bfhp.org [22 Jul 2007]
Berkeley Free Clinic Offers general medical services, TB testing, HIV testing, hepatitis testing, peer counseling, dental (extractions, checkups, and fillings only), a men's STD clinic, and information referrals. Services are free, but donations are accepted. A volunteer owned and run collective. Address: 2339 Durant Avenue (near Dana), Berkeley CA 94704 Voice: (510) 548-2570; (800) 6-CLINIC Email: info@berkeleyfreeclinic.org Web: http://www.berkeleyfreeclinic.org [22 Jul 2007]
Berkeley Information Network (BIN) A free community information and referral service at the Berkeley Public Library connecting people with local information sources including over 3000 agencies, organizations, and clubs. Access is available by telephone or computer, or you can visit the public files in all 5 Berkeley public libraries. Telephone hours are Mon-Tue noon to 9 PM, Wed-Sat 10 AM to 6 PM, and Sun 1 PM to 5 PM. Address: c/o Berkeley Public Library, 2090 Kittredge Street (at Shattuck), Berkeley CA 94704 Voice: (510) 981-6166 (BIN line); (510) 981-6150 (office voice mail) Fax: (510) 981-6246 Web: http://berkeleypubliclibrary.org/ [12 Nov 2006]
Berkeley Liberation Radio Berkeley Liberation Radio exists to provide a voice for the diverse community in the greater Berkeley / Oakland area. Further, it is a vehicle and a means by which to bring about radical social change. Consistent with a vision of creating an alternative, diverse, vibrant society and community that respects the right to be free of sexism, racism, homophobia and all other forms of oppression, our programming will reflect those goals and beliefs. Broadcasts at 104.1 FM. Meets every Thursday; newcomers welcome. Address: 3124 Shattuck Avenue, Berkeley CA 94705 Voice: (510) 597-0706 Email: berkeleyradio(at)sbcglobal.net Web: http://www.berkeleyliberationradio.net [14 Jun 2009]
Berkeley Organization for Animal Advocacy (BOAA) A student organization on the UC Berkeley campus. We have weekly meetings to discuss animal rights issues, our events, and how to become better advocates for the other beings on this planet. We are currently working on a number of campaigns, including weekly letter writing, revising and relaunching our fight against on-campus animal research, and raising awareness of animal rights issues among students, faculty, and members of the local community. Address: c/o ASUC Office of Student Affairs, University of California, 400 Eshleman Hall, MC 4500, Berkeley CA 94720-4500 Web: http://www.ocf.berkeley.edu/~boaa/ [09 Nov 2008]
Berkeley Partners for Parks (BFPF) A citywide nonprofit devoted to supporting parks and open space in Berkeley through encouraging citizen involvement. Since its incorporation in 1994, BPFP has played an instrumental role in bringing additional funding and thousands of hours of volunteeer labor ('sweat equity') to bear on improving Berkeley's parks, community gardens,and open space. The participation of 'adopt-a-park' groups working in partnership with the City and local businesses has led to innovative projects and visible results in dozens of parks and community gardens throughout the City of Berkeley. Address: POBox 13673, Berkeley CA 94712 Voice: (510) 649-9874 Web: http://www.bpfp.org [04 Jun 2006]
Berkeley Path Wanderers Association (BPWA) A grassroots volunteer group of community members who have come together to increase public awareness of the City of Berkeley's pathways. BPWA hopes to accomplish this goal through volunteer-led path walks; identification and accurate mapping of Berkeley's complete path network; and eventual restoration of paths that have been blocked or obscured. We hope the final outcome of the community effort will be the preservation and on-going maintenance of all the paths, lanes and steps throughout Berkeley. Address: 1442A Walnut Street, Box 269, Berkeley CA 94709 Email: info@berkeleypaths.org Web: http://www.berkeleypaths.org/ [26 Apr 2009]
Berkeley Women in Black We stand each Friday from noon to 1 PM to protest the Israeli Occupation of Palestine. Join us when you can. We are a non-hierarchical group. We create a new flyer each week about the situation on the ground and distribute about 300 at the south side of UC campus, at Bancroft and Telegraph. Voice: (510) 548-6310 Email: wibberkeley@yahoo.com [12 Feb 2008]
Berkeley Youth Alternatives (BYA) Helps youth and families address issues and problems via Prevention --- reaching youth before their problems become crises, and Intervention --- providing support services to youth who are entangled in the juvenile justice system. BYA helps build capacity within individuals to reach their innate potential. Projects include an after-school center, a computer lab, crisis counseling, a Summer Jam day camp, a sports and fitness academy, health and environmental awareness training, and a teen center. Address: 1255 Allston Way, Berkeley CA 94702 Voice: (510) 845-9010 Fax: (510) 849-1421 Email: administration@byaonline.org Web: http://www.byaonline.org/ [22 Jul 2007]
Berkeleyans for a Livable University Environment (BLUE) Mission is to promote and protect a livable community, and a healthy urban and natural environment, around the University of California at Berkeley and its associated institutions. Web: http://berkeleyblue.org/ [26 Apr 2009]
Between The Lines A weekly radio newsmagazine that offers timely, in-depth interviews with progressive activists engaged in the fight for a more just world. This four-time Associated Press award-winning program covers political and economic topics, and provides listeners with the information they need to know about today's growing social justice movement. Web: http://www.btlonline.org/ [07 Feb 2007]
Beyond Chron Provides coverage of political and cultural issues often distorted or ignored by the Bay Area's largest newspaper, the San Francisco Chronicle. Beyond Chron presents a critical look at the cutting edge issues of the day. Address: 126 Hyde Street, San Francisco CA 94102 Voice: (415) 771-9850 Fax: (415) 771-1287 Email: rshaw@beyondchron.org Web: http://www.beyondchron.org/ [10 Nov 2007]
Beyond Oil and Hubbert's Peak Peak Oil books by Princeton University Professor Kenneth S. Deffeyes. Web: http://www.princeton.edu/hubbert/ [09 Nov 2008]
Beyond Pesticides Works with allies in protecting public health and the environment to lead the transition to a world free of toxic pesticides. The founders, who established Beyond Pesticides as a nonprofit membership organization in 1981, felt that without the existence of such an organized, national network, local, state and national pesticide policy would become, under chemical industry pressure, increasingly unresponsive to public health and environmental concerns. Formerly the National Coalition Against the Misuse of Pesticides. Web: http://www.beyondpesticides.org [14 Jan 2006]
BGH Bulletin Here you will find behind-the-scenes details about how a large share of America’s milk supply has quietly become adulterated with the effects of a synthetic hormone secretly injected into cows, and how pressure from the hormone maker Monsanto led Fox TV to fire two of its award-winning reporters and sweep under the rug much of what they discovered but were never allowed to broadcast. Web: http://www.foxbghsuit.com/ [18 Feb 2007]
Bicycle Church Collective (Community Self-Service Cycle Repair) You need not be a mechanic to use the Bike Church's do-it-yourself repair facility; people of all aptitudes make use of the shop. Church ministers (mechanics) are there to help and get as involved in the repair of your bicycle as necessary. We encourage people to learn by getting their hands dirty - familiarize themselves with the machine that they rely on to get them from place to place. The Bike Church is part of The Hub in downtown Santa Cruz. Open 3 pm to 7 pm every day except Sunday. Address: enter on Spruce Street, 703 Pacific Avenue, Santa Cruz CA 95060 Voice: (831) 425-2453 Email: postmaster@santacruzhub.org Web: http://www.santacruzhub.org/bikechurchfrm.html [19 Apr 2008]
Bicycle-Friendly Berkeley Coalition (BFBC) Mission is to make Berkeley a more bicycle-friendly city -- we want to help make bicycling so safe, convenient, and pleasant that it becomes a preferred way of getting around town. Address: POBox 13357, Berkeley CA 94712-4357 Voice: (510) 549-7433 (549-RIDE) Email: bfbc(at)lmi(dot)net Web: http://www.bfbc.org/ [06 May 2007]
Big Think Studios A group of advertising and graphic design professionals dedicated to social change. We craft strategies and communication materials that inspire people to take action to improve the world around them. We understand this is no small task. That’s why we think big. Address: 1426 18th Street (at Connecticut), San Francisco CA 94107 Voice: (415) 934-1111 Fax: (415) 934-1114 Email: lael@bigthinkstudios.com Web: http://www.bigthinkstudios.com/ [09 Nov 2008]
Bike Alameda Mission is to encourage everyday use of the bicycle in and around Alameda. Founded in 1999, BikeAlameda serves the community through education and services such as secure Valet Bike Parking at community events and its Bicycle and Walking Map of Alameda. BikeAlameda believes in safe streets, active, healthy citizens, and vibrant, walkable business districts and neighborhoods. We are a nonprofit 501(c)(3) California corporation. Address: POBox 2732, Alameda CA 94501 Voice: (510) 595-4690 Fax: (510) 595-4690 (same as voice) Web: http://www.bikealameda.org/ [29 Dec 2006]
The Bike Kitchen A cooperative, do-it-yourself bike repair shop. We provide all the tools and parts you need to fix or build a bicycle. Our staff of volunteer mechanics is available to give advice and answer questions. Instead of charging a fee for services, the Bike Kitchen charges membership dues: either $5 a day, or $30 a year. Purchasing a membership gives you access to all the tools and parts in our inventory. If you’re short on cash, you can earn a membership or parts by volunteering in the shop for a certain number of hours. We accept donations of all working and usable bicycle parts for our youth programs and adult classes. Located in San Francisco at 1256 Mission Street between 8th and 9th, with the entrance on Laskie Alley. Open hours are currently 6 to 9 pm Tuesday and Thursday, and 12 to 5 pm Saturdays. Email: info@bikekitchen.org Web: http://www.bikekitchen.org [20 Jan 2007]
Bike the Bridge! Coalition Advocates bicycle access to major Bay Area bridges. Address: POBox 15071, Berkeley CA 94712-6071 Voice: (510) 725-9991 Fax: (510) 486-1528 Email: jmeggs@bikethebridge.org Web: http://www.bikethebridge.org/ [15 Apr 2007]
Bill of Rights Defense Committee (BORDC) Mission is to organize and support an effective, national grassroots movement to restore civil liberties guaranteed by the Bill of Rights. We provide organizing strategies and technical assistance people can use in their communities to join in a broad, national, nonpartisan debate about the need to protect the civil liberties of U.S. citizens and non-citizens. Web: http://www.bordc.org [25 Jan 2006]
Bill Wilson Center Mission is to support and strengthen the community by serving youth and families through counseling, housing, education, and advocacy. The agency’s programs primarily focus on working with youth in order to provide them with the services they need to become healthy and self-sufficient adults. Services include counseling, shelter, transitional housing, independent living skills training and health education. Located at 3490 The Alameda in Santa Clara. Address: POBox 210 A, Santa Clara CA 95052 Voice: (408) 243-0222 Fax: (408) 246-5752 Email: BWCMail@billwilsoncenter.org Web: http://www.billwilsoncenter.org [22 Jul 2007]
Billy DeFrank Lesbian and Gay Community Center A multi-service agency that promotes human care, education and social activities that further the well-being and developent of the lesbian, gay, and bisexual community of Santa Clara County. Works to promote better understanding and unity within the community and its friends. Ensures a 'safe environment' free from verbal and physical harassment, and free from fear of disclosure. Address: 938 The Alameda, San Jose CA 95126 Voice: (408) 293-2429 Web: http://www.defrank.org [08 Apr 2007]
Bioneers Through the annual Bioneers Conference, workshops, the media, the Bioneers Fund and model projects, Bioneers seeks to create a network of visionary innovators working to heal and restore the Earth and people. Address: 160 14th Street, San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 553-8633 Fax: (415) 553-8672 Web: http://www.bioneers.org [22 Jun 2008]
Bitch: Feminist Response to Pop Culture A print magazine devoted to feminist analysis and media criticism. Bitch features critiques of TV, movies, magazines, advertising, and other elements of pop culture. We also interview feminist pop culture makers, review new books and music, and lots more. We're in the process of evolving into a multimedia organization, starting with this very website. Web: http://www.bitchmagazine.com [10 Feb 2008]
San Francisco Black Coalition on AIDS (BCA) Mission is to stop the spread of HIV in the Black community through education, service and advocacy. BCA promotes collective, comprehensive and compassionate care for those infected with, and affected by, the disease. Address: 2800 Third Street, San Francisco CA 94107 Voice: (415) 615-9945 Fax: (415) 615-9943 Email: bcoa@bcoa.org Web: http://www.bcoa.org [10 Nov 2007]
Black Commentator The Black Commentator's core audience is African Americans and their allies in the struggle for social and economic justice. It is also important to share Black American perspectives with the rest of the world, a mission uniquely suited to the Internet. Our focus is commentary, analysis and investigation, elements of political dialogue that are absolutely essential to the creation of movements for social change. Without regular forums for advocacy and debate, a people are at the mercy of their adversaries. Web: http://www.blackcommentator.com/ [15 Oct 2006]
Blue Blanket Improv We are a dedicated group of improvisational actors and comedians. We devote our time and skills to bring free or low cost entertainment to the residents of San Francisco and the Bay Area. We perform for free in outdoor venues around San Francisco, from beaches to parks to anywhere we can hang our eponymous blanket. We are committed to inspire laughter in others, expose theater to those who might not attend otherwise, and to give back to our community. Web: http://www.blueblanketimprov.com/ [09 Nov 2008]
Bluewater Network Works to stop environmental damage from vehicles and vessels, and to protect human health and the planet by reducing dependence on fossil fuels. Bluewater is a division of Friends of the Earth - the U.S. voice of the world's largest network of environmental groups with one million supporters in 70 countries across five continents. Address: 311 California Street, Suite 510, San Francisco CA 94104 Voice: (415) 544-0790 Fax: (415) 544-0796 Email: bluewaternetwork@bluewaternetwork.org Web: http://www.bluewaternetwork.org [10 Sep 2006]
Bolerium Books A bookstore with 45,000 used, rare, and out-of-print books and pamphlets on American labor history, radicalism, social movements, gay literature, African Americans, Asian Americans, Hispanic Americans and the Spanish Civil War. Books are both bought and sold. Address: 2141 Mission Street, Suite 300 (between 17th & 18th Streets, 3rd floor), San Francisco CA 94110 Voice: (415) 863-6353; (800) 326-6353 Fax: (415) 255-6499 Email: info@bolerium.com Web: http://www.bolerium.com [08 Apr 2007]
Boom - The Sound of Eviction The web site of the documentary video on the rise and fall of the dot-com takeover of a San Francisco neighborhood. By turns humorous and scathing, Boom delves into the ironies and contradictions of the 'New Economy' and delivers a potent social critique that is ambitious in its scope while remaining close to the human scale. Produced by Whispered Media. Directed by Francine Cavanaugh, A. Mark Liiv, and Adams Wood. Web: http://www.boomthemovie.org/ [14 Jan 2006]
The Borneo Project Assists diverse tribal groups on the Southeast Asian island of Borneo in their struggles for human rights, rainforest protection and sustainable community development. The Project has supported legal aid, mapping for land rights, indigenous-led reforestation, watershed restoration, and sustainable energy and micro-enterprise. Address: 1771 Alcatraz Avenue (near Adeline), Berkeley CA 94703 Voice: (510) 547-4258 Email: borneo-at-borneoproject.org Web: http://borneoproject.org [22 Jun 2008]
Bound Together Books ('The Anarchist Bookstore') A volunteer-run anarchist collective bookstore and meeting place. Normally open 7 days a week from 11:30 am to 7:30 pm (call to verify). Organizes the annual Bay Area Anarchist Bookfare every spring. Also serves as the mailing address of the Prisoners' Literature Project. Address: 1369 Haight Street (at Masonic), San Francisco CA 94117 Voice: (415) 431-8355 [26 Jan 2006]
Bountiful Garden Foundation A completely volunteer run, nonprofit organization which promotes healthy, sustainable agriculture in the local community by raising premium produce that can be converted into fundraising for local and international humanitarian organizations. Any produce that we raise that can not be converted to cash gets deposited directly into local food banks such as Second Harvest, Salvation Army or small municipal relief organizations. Voice: (408) 255-2010 Email: info@bountiful-garden.org Web: http://www.bountiful-garden.org/ [19 May 2007]
Bowling for Columbine The Michael Moore film addressing the increasing pandemic of gun violence and other violence in the U.S. Web: http://www.bowlingforcolumbine.com [10 Sep 2006]
Boycott the GAP The purpose of the Save the Redwoods - Boycott the Gap Campaign is to inform Gap customers about logging by the Fisher family of the Gap clothing store empire (including Banana Republic and Old Navy Stores), and to convince the Fishers to place all of their damaged redwood forests into a conservation land trust. Web: http://www.gapsucks.org/ [08 Apr 2007]
Boys & Girls Clubs of San Francisco Tenderloin Clubhouse An after-school and summer program offering a fun, safe environment for youth ages six to17. Membership fees are only $10 a year for amazing programming. We provide educational activities, including free tutoring, college application assistance and resume writing help. We also have computers, an outstanding arts & crafts program, and a games room that features pool and foosball tables. During the school year we are open for Monday - Friday from 2:00 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. Special teen-only nights are held from Tuesday – Thursday from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. and Friday nights from 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. We provide extended hours on school holidays and in the summer we are open from 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Address: 115 Jones Street (between Golden Gate and Turk Streets), San Francisco CA 94102 Voice: (415) 351-3125 Email: pzamora@kidsclub.org [19 Dec 2007]
Brass Liberation Orchestra A musical group of brass, reeds and percussion that plays music to support political causes with particular emphasis on peace, and racial and social justice. We are a work in progress. We work to build a multigender/multiracial/multigenerational group that enhances and strengthens the culture of the Left. Email: blo@brassliberation.org Web: http://brassliberation.org/ [01 Mar 2008]
Brave New Films Founded in the wake of the 2004 election after the spectacular success of Robert Greenwald's documentaries Outfoxed and Uncovered. We have since created Wal-Mart: The High Cost of Low Price -- Greenwald's hugely successful documentary that reached millions of people forcing the largest company in the world to become better corporate citizens -- distributed The Big Buy: Tom DeLay's Stolen Congress, produced two television series, created Brave New Theaters, launched a non-profit Foundation, and recently created Iraq for Sale: The War Profiteers -- a story of what happens to everyday Americans when corporations go to war. Web: http://www.bravenewfilms.org/ [17 Sep 2006]
Brazilian Landless Workers Movement (MST) The largest social movement in Latin America and one of the most successful grassroots movements in the world. Hundreds of thousands of landless peasants have taken onto themselves the task of carrying out a long-overdue land reform in a country mired by an overly skewed land distribution pattern. Less than 3% of the population owns two-thirds of Brasil's arable land. Web: http://www.mstbrazil.org/ [28 Mar 2009]
Bread & Roses Dedicated to uplifting the human spirit by providing free, live, quality entertainment to people who live in institutions or are otherwise isolated from society. In carrying out this mission, Bread & Roses seeks to create a social awareness of people who are isolated from society, and to encourage the development of similar organizations in other communities. Produces 40 shows a month for abused children, frail elders, and adults and teens who are homeless, in rehabilitation, or suffering from AIDS. Address: 233 Tamalpais Drive, Suite 100, Corte Madera CA 94925-1415 Voice: (415) 945-7120 Fax: (415) 945-7128 Email: info@breadandroses.org Web: http://www.breadandroses.org/ [14 Jan 2006]
Bread for the World (BFW) A nationwide Christian movement that seeks justice for the world's hungry people by lobbying our nation's decision makers. Web: http://www.bread.org/ [08 Apr 2007]
Breast Cancer Action (BCA) A membership-based organization that carries the voices of people affected by breast cancer to inspire and compel the changes necessary to end the breast cancer epidemic. BCA provides information about breast cancer to anyone who needs it, pushes policy makers to increase funding and research into the causes of breast cancer, and organizes individuals to effect meaningful change around breast cancer issues. Address: 55 New Montgomery Street, Suite 323, San Francisco CA 94105 Voice: (415) 243-9301; (877) 2STOPBC (toll-free) Email: info@bcaction.org Web: http://www.bcaction.org [08 Apr 2007]
Breast Cancer Fund (TBCF) In response to the public health crisis of breast cancer, the Breast Cancer Fund identifies – and advocates for elimination of – the environmental and other preventable causes of the disease. Founded in 1992, the Breast Cancer Fund works from the knowledge that breast cancer is not simply a personal tragedy, but a public health priority that demands action from all. Address: 1388 Sutter Street, Suite 400, San Francisco CA 94109-5400 Voice: (415) 346-8223 Email: info@breastcancerfund.org Web: http://www.breastcancerfund.org [28 Mar 2009]
Brentwood Agricultural Land Trust (BALT) Address: 1120 2nd Street, Suite 108, Brentwood CA 94513 Voice: (925) 634-6738 Fax: (925) 634-6748 Email: brentwoodagtrust@sbcglobal.net Web: http://contracostafarms.com/ [12 Sep 2008]
Bridge for Africa (A Bridge for Africa Foundation) A 501(c)(3) non-profit, Fair Trade organization dedicated to promoting the dignity of work and self-sufficiency in rural Africa. We partner with African artisan groups to develop, create and market unique handcrafted collectible art. The proceeds from our retail and wholesale sales are reinvested in providing a living wage to our artisans, and in advancing job creation, training and development in the region. Address: 268 Bush Street #3539, San Francisco CA 94104 Voice: (415) 244-0604 Fax: (314) 271-3643 Email: info@bridgeforafrica.org Web: http://www.bridgeforafrica.org [30 Jun 2006]
Bright Path Video A production company offering broadcast quality image gathering and story creation. Services include: image aquisition, location sound recording, event coverage, video creation, encoding for streaming media and archiving. Web: http://www.brightpathvideo.com/ [08 Apr 2007]
Brit Tzedek v'Shalom: The Jewish Alliance for Justice and Peace Mission is is to educate and mobilize American Jews in support of a negotiated two-state resolution of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. Web: http://www.btvshalom.org/ [18 Feb 2007]
The Bu$h Agenda: Invading the World, One Economy at a Time This book by Antonia Juhasz exposes the Bush Administration's use of corporate globalization policy as a weapon of war. Web: http://thebushagenda.com/ [03 Jun 2007]
Buddhist Peace Fellowship (BPF) Brings a Buddhist perspective to the peace movement, and the peace movement to the Buddhist community. Explores personal and group responses to political, social, and ecological suffering in the world. A national network of local chapters and individuals. Membership at $45 per year includes the quarterly journal 'Turning Wheel'. Address: POBox 3470, Berkeley CA 94703 Voice: (510) 654-6169 Fax: (510) 655-1369 Web: http://www.bpf.org [09 Oct 2005]
Build It Green A non-profit membership organization whose mission is to promote healthy, energy- and resource-efficient building practices in California. We work with mainstream stakeholders in the housing industry to accelerate the adoption of green building practices, and our short-term goal is to facilitate the greening of 10,000 housing units by the end of 2008. Address: 1434 University Avenue, Berkeley CA 94702 Voice: (510) 845-0472 Fax: (510) 845-1854 Web: http://www.builditgreen.org/ [15 Feb 2008]
Building Better Families Teaches respect and responsibility as essential elements of healthy and satisfying relationships. Our 52-week batterer's treatment and anger management program has been certified by Marin County Probation and offers a humanistic approach to ending family violence. Address: POBox 150207, San Rafael CA 94915-0207 Voice: (415) 721-4304 Web: http://www.bbfmarin.com [12 Aug 2007]
Building Child Care (BCC) Provides a centralized clearinghouse of information and services to increase the California child care sector's understanding of the facilities development process and access to facility development resources. Address: National Economic Development and Law Center, 2201 Broadway, Suite 815, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (888) 411-3535 Email: bcc@nedlc.org Web: http://www.buildingchildcare.org [22 Jul 2007]
Building Opportunities for Self-Sufficiency (BOSS) A nonprofit organization dedicated to ending poverty and homelessness in our community. Provides comprehensive services to 3,500 people per year and also advocates to change the root causes of poverty. Programs (located in Berkeley, Oakland, and Hayward) include: shelter, transitional houses (including AIDS housing), permanent housing assistance, job training, adult and children's education, employment services, community building, leadership development training, mental health/health care, substance abuse services, drop-in center, youth housing and services, and extensive information and referral. Address: 2065 Kittredge Street, Suite E, Berkeley CA 94704 Voice: (510) 649-1930 Fax: (510) 649-0627 Email: bossmail@self-sufficiency.org Web: http://www.self-sufficiency.org [08 Apr 2007]
Building REsources San Francisco's only source for reusable, recycled and remanufactured building and landscape materials. We are a mix of old-fashioned junkyard, building materials store, remanfacturing facility and education center. We are a launch pad for ideas, a community based non-profit and a nexus for creative energy. Web: http://www.buildingresources.org/ [22 Apr 2009]
Bullfrog Films A leading US publisher of independently-produced, environmental videos, that point the way to living healthily, happily, and with greater concern for the other inhabitants of this planet, and for our descendants. We also distribute world-famous performing arts programs from Rhombus Media. Web: http://www.bullfrogfilms.com [28 Mar 2009]
Bums' Paradise A 53-minute documentary that depicts the lives of the men and women who lived in the ten-year-old Albany Landfill community prior to their eviction. It follows them through the eviction and documents them one month after the eviction. The film emphasizes their concepts of community as well as the amazing art that they created. The video is available for purchase on-line. Web: http://www.bumsparadise.com/ [08 Jul 2007]
Bureau of Public Secrets The web site features "The Joy of Revolution" and other writings by Ken Knabb (recently collected in the book PUBLIC SECRETS) as well as Knabb's translations from the Situationist International (the notorious group that helped trigger the May 1968 revolt in France). Address: POBox 1044, Berkeley CA 94701 Email: knabb@bopsecrets.org Web: http://www.bopsecrets.org [10 Feb 2007]
Burma Humanitarian Mission Committed to bringing urgently needed medical supplies to the internally displaced people in Burma. Web: http://burmamission.org [18 Feb 2007]
Burmese American Democratic Alliance (BADA) Burmese, Burmese American and American activists from San Francisco Bay Area working towards Democracy and Human Rights in Burma. Our hearts go out to Burmese people who are suffering under the most repressive and brutal regime on earth. Address: 1453 Marin Avenue, Albany CA 94706 Voice: (510) 528-8175 Email: badaonline@gmail.com Web: http://www.badasf.org/ [05 Aug 2008]
Burning Issues Provides public education about the health hazards of exposure to wood smoke. Smoke from residential burning of wood, wood burning restaurants and outdoor burning of wood, crops and debris is permeating our neighborhoods, resulting in high ground level concentrations of toxic air pollution. Address: Box 1045, Point Arena CA 95468 Voice: (707) 882-3601 Web: http://burningissues.org [10 Sep 2006]
Los Angeles Bus Riders Union A nonprofit membership organization that represents the mass transit and public health needs of the transit dependent and which seeks to promote environmentally sustainable public transportation for the entire population of Los Angeles, on the premise that affordable, efficient, and environmentally sound mass transit is a human right. Web: http://www.busridersunion.org/ [10 Sep 2006]
Business Alliance for Commerce in Hemp (BACH) An international activist-oriented business association promoting three goals: (1) full and unrestricted restoration of hemp as a sustainable farm crop and industrial resource, (2) access to cannabis medicines by prescription of licensed health care professionals, and (3) use, production, and sales of cannabis drugs in a regulated adult market. Does outreach into the environmentalist and business communities as well as political lobbying, community organizing, literature development, and commercial research and development. Address: POBox 1716, El Cerrito CA 94530 Voice: (510) 215-8326 Email: info@chrisconrad.com Web: http://www.chrisconrad.com [12 Sep 2006]
Business Alliance for Local Living Economies (BALLE) Mission is to catalyze, strengthen, and connect local business networks dedicated to building strong Local Living Economies. A Living Economy ensures that economic power resides locally, sustaining healthy community life and natural life as well as long-term economic viability. Address: 165 11th Street, San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 255-1108 Fax: (415) 863-1356 Email: info@livingeconomies.org Web: http://livingeconomies.org/ [02 Sep 2007]
Businesses for Peace An association of businesses seeking to resolve international disputes through collective international diplomacy and without war. Grew out of the controversy surrounding the US Marines recruiting station in Berkeley, California. Email: info@businessesforpeace.org Web: http://www.businessesforpeace.org [06 Apr 2008]
Butterfly Gardeners Association A group of individuals and organizations trying to build a world wide network for global change. Intends to do this by developing and promoting events and programs that will inspire citizens on a worldwide basis. This coalition of organizations is in the process of coming together & getting a structure in place. Projects include the Butterfly Gardeners Association (emphasizing the need for conservation of natural habitats) and Musicians & Fine Artists for World Peace (promoting events and concerts to support our environment and peace organizing). Address: POBox 1511, Vallejo CA 94590 Voice: (707) 552-9886 Email: bflyspirit7@aol.com Web: http://www.butterflyspirit.org [06 May 2007]
Buy Local Berkeley Educates about the cultural, environmental, community and economic benefits of shopping at locally owned and operated businesses. Our goal is to inspire people to shift their spending to Berkeley businesses whenever possible. Web: http://www.buylocalberkeley.com/ [07 Dec 2008]
BuyBlue.org You may have voted blue, but every day you unknowingly help dump millions of dollars into the conservative war chest. By purchasing products and services from companies that donate heavily to conservatives, we have been compromising our own interests as liberals and progressives. BuyBlue.org is a concerted effort to lift the veil of corporate patronage, so consumers can make informed buying decisions that coincide with their principles. Web: http://buyblue.org [22 Jun 2008]
BuzzFlash Provides headlines, news, and commentary for a geographically-diverse, politically-savvy, pro-democracy, anti-hypocrisy web community. Web: http://buzzflash.com/ [30 Oct 2005]
Cal Corps Public Service Center Dedicated to providing opportunities for students to continue to develop their leadership skills. Here you will find information on how to be a leader in the community - whether you want to volunteer once in a while, work with a student group, apply for a fellowship, take a service-learning class, or get paid to address important social issues. Cal Corps hosts several special events throughout the year and is expanding rapidly, so check back with us often. Address: 2515 Channing Way #5150, Berkeley CA 94720-5150 Voice: (510) 642-3916 Email: ccorps@uclink.berkeley.edu Web: http://calcorps.berkeley.edu [09 Apr 2006]
California Adolescent Nutrition and Fitness Program (CANFit) A statewide, non-profit organization whose mission is to engage communities and build their capacity to improve the nutrition and physical activity status of California´s low-income African American, American Indian, Latino, Asian American, and Pacific Islander youth 10-14 years old. Address: 2140 Shattuck Avenue, Suite 610, Berkeley CA 94704 Voice: (510) 644-1533 Fax: (510) 644-1535 Email: info@canfit.org Web: http://www.canfit.org/ [10 Sep 2006]
California Advocates for Nursing Home Reform (CANHR) A non-profit information and advocacy organization for nursing home residents, their families and their friends. Services include a consumer information service, a legal information network, legal services support, a lawyer referral service, legislative and administrative advocacy support, family council organizing, and pension rights counseling. Address: 650 Harrison Street, 2nd Floor, San Francisco CA 94107 Voice: (415) 974-5171; (800) 474-1116 Web: http://www.canhr.org/ [18 Feb 2007]
California Alliance to Stop the Spray (CASS) Opposes the upcoming aerial spraying of pesticides in populated areas of California. Web: http://ca.stopthespray.org/ http://www.californiaalliancetostopthespray.org [15 Feb 2008]
California Anti-SLAPP Project (CASP) Dedicated to helping protect and further the rights of Californians to participate in government and civic affairs and to speak freely about public issues. CASP assists the public and legal community in preventing and defending against SLAPPs (Strategic Lawsuits Against Public Participation). Address: 2903 Sacramento Street, Berkeley CA 94702 Voice: (510) 486-9123 Fax: (510) 486-9708 Email: info[at]casp[dot]net Web: http://www.casp.net [10 Feb 2008]
California Association of Human Relations Organizations (CAHRO) Provides resources for building the capacity of Human Relations and Human Rights Organizations. Their website is designed to increase the effectiveness of organizations working to preserve and promote human and civil rights, more specifically, but not limited to issues of intergroup conflict, hate crime and hate violence, police-community relations and human relations commissions. Web: http://www.cahro.org [08 Apr 2007]
California Association of Mental Health Patients' Rights Advocates (CAMHPRA) A membership organization working to promote public policy furthering the rights and well-being of mental health consumers. Web: http://www.camhpra.org/ [14 Jan 2006]
California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF) The only full service organic certification and trade association providing premier organic certification programs and trade association benefits to farms, processors, private labelers, retailers, restaurants, brokers, and supporting members including individuals, suppliers and service providers. CCOF helps you succeed with marketing and PR support and stay informed by supporting the growth of organic foods and agriculture through certification services, organic education, promotion, political advocacy. Address: 1115 Mission Street, Santa Cruz CA 95060 Voice: (831) 423-2263 Fax: (831) 423-4528 Email: ccof@ccof.org Web: http://www.ccof.org/ [18 Feb 2007]
California Clean Money Campaign Works to achieve an open and accountable government that is responsive to the needs of all Californians. We are a non-profit, non-partisan organization whose mission is to pursue that vision by building statewide support for public funding of election campaigns. Web: http://www.caclean.org [22 Jul 2007]
California Coalition for Ethical Mental Health Care (CCEMHC) An advocate of quality healthcare and a strong voice of opposition to deteriorating mental health care services under managed care. Exposes and confronts abuse and advocates for non-managed mental health care alternatives. Consists of professionals from each of the mental health disciplines in California, clients and patients, and consumer advocates. Address: POBox 3977, Oakland CA 94609 Voice: (650) 967-0509 Email: RuthCliff@aol.com Web: http://www.ccemhc.org [14 Jan 2006]
California Coalition for Women Prisoners (CCWP) A grassroots racial justice organization that challenges the institutional violence imposed on women and communities of color by prisons and the criminal justice system. We are building a movement with women prisoners, family members of prisoners, and the larger communities through organizing, leadership development, and political education. Address: 1540 Market Street #490, San Francisco CA 94102 Voice: (415) 255-7036 x4 Email: info@womenprisoners.org Web: http://www.womenprisoners.org [20 Jun 2009]
California Consumer Health Care Council (CCHCC) A grassroots, volunteer-governed and operated organization of individuals and groups concerned with protecting the interests of health care consumers throughout California. Committed to serve all population groups including the insured, the uninsured, the under insured, and traditional under served groups. Address: POBox 590307, San Francisco CA 94159-0307 Voice: (415) 666-0757; (888) CAL-COUNCIL Email: cchcc@igc.org Web: http://www.cchcc.org/ [14 Jan 2006]
California Faculty Association (CFA) A union of 23,000 professors, lecturers, librarians, counselors and coaches who teach in the California State University system. In classrooms on the 23 CSU campuses, CFA members work hard to teach our students the critical-thinking skills, the technical know-how and the cultural insights they need to be thoughtful, productive and artistic participants in our society. Web: http://www.calfac.org/ [10 Feb 2008]
California FarmLink Mission is to build family farming and conserve farmland in California by linking aspiring and retiring farmers; and promoting techniques and disseminating information that facilitate intergenerational farm transitions. Address: POBox 2224, Sebastopol CA 95473 Voice: (707) 829-1691 Fax: (707) 829-1693 Email: info@californiafarmlink.org Web: http://californiafarmlink.org/ [02 Sep 2007]
California First Amendment Coalition (CFAC (SEE-fak)) Mission is to protect and promote freedom of expression and the people’s right to know. The Coalition is a non-profit, nonpartisan educational and advocacy organization serving the public, public servants, and the media in all its forms. Its constituency reflects an increasingly diverse society. The Coalition is committed to the principle that government is accountable to the people, and strives through education, public advocacy, litigation, and other efforts to prevent unnecessary government secrecy and to resist censorship of all kinds. Web: http://www.cfac.org/ [28 Mar 2009]
California Food and Justice Coalition (CFJC) A statewide membership coalition committed to the basic human right to healthy food while advancing social, agricultural and environmental justice. We are partners of the national Community Food Security Coalition, and collaborate with community-based efforts in California working to create a socially just, ecologically and economically sustainable food supply. We envision a California food system in which all activities, from farm to table, are equitable, healthful, sustainable, and community-driven. Web: http://www.foodsecurity.org/california/ [25 Jun 2008]
California Food Policy Advocates A statewide public policy and advocacy organization dedicated to improving the health and well being of low-income Californians by increasing their access to nutritious and affordable food. Address: 436 14th Street, Suite 1220, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 433-1122 Email: khecht@cfpa.net Web: http://www.cfpa.net/ [09 Nov 2008]
California Housing Law Project (CHLP) Provides information on housing issues that are before the California Legislature and various administrative agencies. Web: http://www.housingadvocates.org [12 Aug 2007]
California Institute for Rural Studies (CIRS) Our mission is to work toward a rural California that is socially just, economically balanced, and environmentally sustainable. Each of these elements is integral to the larger goal of sustainable development. As a non-profit research organization, we are committed to pursuing these long-term goals through sound empirical research that is directly relevant to progressive social change. Web: http://www.cirsinc.org/ [05 Feb 2009]
California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) An accredited institution of higher learning that strives to embody spirit, intellect, and wisdom in service to individuals, communities, and the Earth. CIIS honors the spiritual dimension of intellectual life, preparing students to work in the areas of psychology, religion, philosophy, and the humanities. Ph.D., Psy.D., M.A., and B.A. Completion degrees are offered in a stimulating environment that fosters rigorous scholarship and supportive community. LifeLong Learning programs at CIIS provide innovative, experiential learning opportunities that move beyond the constraints of degree-centered education. Address: 1453 Mission Street, San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 575-6100 Fax: (415) 575-1268 Web: http://www.ciis.edu [18 Feb 2007]
California Interfaith Power and Light (CIPL) CIPL is galvanizing a religious response to global warming as the moral issue of our time. All major faith traditions call us to be good stewards of the earth, therefore we must work together to address the grave threat to humanity and all of Creation posed by global warming. Since our founding in 2001, we have mobilized religious support for landmark legislation to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in California, educated hundreds of thousands of congregants, and worked with every major religious denomination in the state. CIPL member congregations are leading by example, reducing CO2 emissions in our own houses of worship by over 20 million pounds. Address: c/o The Next Generation, 1904 Franklin Street, Suite 609, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 444-4078 x319 Email: info@interfaithpower.org Web: http://www.interfaithpower.org/ [12 Aug 2007]
California Labor Federation, AFL-CIO Made up of more than 1,200 AFL-CIO and Change to Win unions, representing 2.1 million union members in manufacturing, retail, construction, hospitality, public sector, health care, entertainment and other industries. Dedicated to promoting and defending the interests of working people and their families for the betterment of California’s communities. From legislative campaigns to grassroots organizing, our affiliates are actively engaged in every aspect of California’s economy and government. Address: 600 Grand Avenue, Suite 410, Oakland CA 94610-3561 Voice: (510) 663-4000 Fax: (510) 663-4099 Email: info@calaborfed.org Web: http://www.calaborfed.org [15 Nov 2008]
California Lawyers for the Arts (CLA) A non-profit organization that provides low-cost lawyer referrals, mediation, arbitration, and educational programs for all kinds of artists. Address: Fort Mason Center, C-255, San Francisco CA 94123 Voice: (415) 775-7200 Fax: (415) 775-1143 Email: cla@calawyersforthearts.org Web: http://calawyersforthearts.org/ [29 Jun 2008]
California League of Conservation Voters (CLCV) The nation's largest and oldest state political action organization for the environment. Founded in 1972, the League mobilizes California voters to support environmentally responsible candidates and issues, and serves as a watchdog to hold elected officials accountable for their environmental votes. The League is a non-partisan organization supported by 30,000 members, working in coalition with a wide spectrum of environmental and community groups. Address: 350 Frank H. Ogawa Plaza, Suite 1100, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 271-0900; (800) 755-3224 Fax: (510) 271-0901 Web: http://www.ecovote.org [03 May 2008]
California Legislative Information A web site containing the complete texts of California Codes, the California Constitution, and all statutes enacted on or after 1 Jan 1993, plus information on pending legislation. Web: http://www.leginfo.ca.gov/ [06 May 2007]
California Native Plant Society (CNPS) A statewide non-profit organization of amateurs and professionals with a common interest in California's native plants. The Society, working through its local chapters, seeks to increase understanding of California's native flora and to preserve this rich resource for future generations. Membership is open to all. Our members have diverse interests including natural history, botany, ecology, conservation, photography, drawing, hiking, and gardening. Web: http://www.cnps.org [15 Dec 2007]
California Newsreel Distributes cutting edge social interest documentaries to universities, high schools and public libraries. A leading resource center for the study of race and diversity, African American life and history and African feature films and documentaries. Address: 500 Third Street, Suite 505, San Francisco CA 94107 Voice: (415) 284-7800 Fax: (415) 284-7801 Email: contact@newsreel.org Web: http://www.newsreel.org/ [15 Nov 2006]
California Nurses Association (CNA) Represents over 75,000 members nationwide. We are the largest and fastest-growing organization of direct care Registered Nurses in the country and are dedicated to providing a voice for nurses and a vision for healthcare. Address: 2000 Franklin Street, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 273-2200 Web: http://www.calnurse.org/ [12 Aug 2007]
California Physicians Alliance A chapter of Physicians for a National Health Program. Address: 2344 Sixth Street, Berkeley CA 94710 Voice: (510) 665-8523 Fax: (510) 665-6027 Email: capa13@sbcglobal.net Web: http://capa.pnhp.org/ [22 Feb 2007]
California Policy Research Center (UCOP) A public service program charged with applying the extensive research expertise of the UC system to the analysis, development and implementation of state policy. Topics covered by the program's sponsored research and publications include agriculture, criminal justice, cultural diversity and demographic change, economic policy, education, governance, environmental policy, health, housing / land use planning, employment, and social services. Address: 1950 Addison Street, Suite 203, Berkeley CA 94720-7410 Voice: (510) 642-5514 Fax: (510) 642-8793 Email: cprc@ucop.edu Web: http://www.ucop.edu/cprc [03 Apr 2006]
California Prison Focus (CPF) Investigates conditions in California's Security Housing Units (SHUs) and works with prisoners with HIV and HEP C to expose human rights abuses in California's prisons. CPF uses the information gathered from California's prisoners and their family members to call for an end to human rights abuses and the use of solitary confinement, for improvement of medical, HIV and HEP C care, and an end to the prison system as we know it. Address: 1904 Franklin Street, Suite 507, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 836-7222 Fax: (510) 836-7333 Email: contact@prisons.org Web: http://www.prisons.org [12 Aug 2007]
California Public Health Association - North (CPHA) Provides leadership in the field of public health by bringing together people whose goal is improving the health of Californians. Welcomes health professionals, para-professionals, lay persons, and organizations from a variety of disciplines including nursing, education, laboratory, medicine, environmental health, social work, administration, nutririon, pharmacy, and community health. Address: 555 Twelfth Street, 10th floor, Oakland CA 94607-4046 Voice: (510) 601-0900 Email: office@cphan.org Web: http://www.cphan.org [06 May 2007]
California Straw Building Association (CASBA) We’re a non-profit organization whose members are architects, engineers, builders, and people interested in straw building. Our mission is to"...further the practice of straw building by exchanging current information and practical experience, promoting and conducting research and testing, and making that body of knowledge available to working professionals and the public at large." Web: http://www.strawbuilding.org [15 Nov 2008]
California Student Sustainability Coalition (CSSC) Unites students, campuses, and campaigns from across California to transform our educational systems into models of sustainability. Mission is to unite and empower the California community of higher education to collaboratively and nonviolently transform our selves and our institutions based on our inherent social, economic, and ecological responsibilities. Web: http://www.sustainabilitycoalition.org/ [12 Oct 2008]
California Tomorrow (CT) Provides vision, leadership, research, customized strategies and ongoing support to community organizations, schools, policymakers and advocates working toward a more equitable, inclusive, multicultural society. We help transform institutions so that they are better able to serve a broader, more diverse public. Address: 1904 Franklin St, Suite 300, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 496-0220 Fax: (510) 496-0225 Email: ct411@californiatomorrow.org Web: http://www.californiatomorrow.org [10 Feb 2008]
California Voter Foundation A nonprofit, nonpartisan organization promoting and applying the responsible use of technology to improve the democratic process. Web: http://www.calvoter.org/ [10 Sep 2006]
California Walks A coalition of nonprofit pedestrian advocacy groups promoting walkable communities for all people throughout California. Web: http://www.californiawalks.org/ [08 Apr 2007]
Californians for Electoral Reform (CfER) Primary purpose is to promote the implementation of election methods such as instant runoff voting and forms of proportional representation. A nonpartisan organization with members from across the political spectrum. Often works with the Center for Voting and Democracy (CVD), a national organization with similar aims. CfER members are automatically enrolled as members of CVD. Web: http://CFER.org [28 Mar 2009]
Californians for GE-Free Agriculture A state-wide coalition of farmer, environmental and consumer groups committed to ecologically responsible and economically viable agriculture. We provide education and resources in support of the rights of farmers and communities to evaluate and address the environmental, human health and economic risks of genetic engineering in agriculture. Cal GE-Free is the only California group focused solely on genetic engineering in agriculture. Address: 15290 Coleman Valley Road, Occidental CA 95465 Voice: (707) 874-0316 Email: calgefree@calgefree.org Web: http://www.calgefree.org/ [12 Aug 2007]
Californians for Justice (CFJ) A statewide, grassroots organization dedicated to build power in communities that have been pushed to the margins of the political process. These groups -- communities of color, and young and poor people of all colors -- represent a new emerging majority in California. Address: 1611 Telegraph Avenue, Suite 317 (at 16th Street), Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 452-2728 Fax: (510) 452-3552 Email: info@caljustice.org Web: http://www.caljustice.org [12 Aug 2007]
Californians for Pesticide Reform (CPR) A coalition of more than 185 public health, consumer, environmental, sustainable agriculture, labor and rural assistance public interest organizations. Goals are to expand the public's right to know about pesticide use and abuse, reduce that use and promote safer, ecologically sound agricultural and urban pest management. Address: 49 Powell Street, Suite 530, San Francisco CA 94102 Voice: (415) 981-3939 Fax: (415) 981-2727 Web: http://www.pesticidereform.org [28 May 2009]
Californians United for A Responsible Budget (CURB) A broad based coalition of over 40 organizations seeking to CURB prison spending by reducing the number of people in prison and the number of prisons in the state. Address: 1904 Franklin Street, Suite 504, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 444-0484 Email: curb@riseup.net Web: http://www.curbprisonspending.org/ [16 May 2007]
Campaign for America's Future Challenging the big money corporate agenda by encouraging Americans to speak up - to discuss and debate a new vision of an economy and a future that works for all of us. Insists that the question of falling wages and rising insecurity be placed at the center of our national debate. Works to revitalize a progressive agenda, and fights to make this economy work for working people once again. We engage citizens, activists and political leaders in a renewed debate about the kind of country - and the kind of world - we want to build for the generations yet to come. Web: http://www.ourfuture.org/ [12 Aug 2007]
Campaign for Innocent Victims In Conflict (CIVIC) Advocates on behalf of victims of armed conflict, working to ensure they receive recognition and assistance from warring parties. CIVIC persuaded the US Congress to establish programs for war victims in Afghanistan and Iraq, guides victims to assistance, brings the human cost of war to the attention of policymakers and the public, and is advocating a new global standard of conduct that warring parties should help where they have hurt. Web: http://www.civicworldwide.org [15 Nov 2008]
Campaign for Justice: Redress Now for Japanese Latin Americans! (CFJ) A collaborative effort by individuals and organizations including the American Civil Liberties Union of Southern California, Nikkei for Civil Rights & Redress, and the Japanese Peruvian Oral History Project. Founding individuals included former JLA internees, their children, grandchildren, and others interested in pursuing justice. Campaign for Justice has two primary goals. First, it seeks to secure proper redress for former Japanese Latin American internees. Second, we want this little known story to be widely known and so we work to educate the public about the wartime and redress experiences of the Japanese Latin Americans. Address: POBox 1384, El Cerrito CA 94530 Voice: (510) 528-7288 Email: info@campaignforjusticejla.org Web: http://www.campaignforjusticejla.org [22 Jun 2008]
Campaign to End the Death Penalty (CEDP) The only national membership-driven, chapter-based grassroots organization dedicated to the abolition of capital punishment in the United States. We have active chapters in cities and campuses across the country -- from Berkeley, California, to Austin, Texas to Chicago, Illinois. We work hand in hand with those who have experienced the horrors of death row firsthand - death row prisoners themselves and their family members - and work to ensure that their voices are at the forefront of our movement. Web: http://www.nodeathpenalty.org http://groups.yahoo.com/group/cedp_oakland/ [15 Nov 2008]
The Campaign to Label Genetically Engineered Foods Mission is to create a national grassroots consumer campaign for the purpose of lobbying Congress and the President to pass legislation that will require the labeling of genetically engineered foods in the United States. Web: http://www.thecampaign.org/ [28 Mar 2009]
Campus Anti-War Network The largest and leading independent, democratic, grassroots network of students opposing the occupation of Iraq and military recruiters in our schools at campuses all over the country. Since our formation before the war in Iraq began, our unapologetic opposition to the U.S. government's project of conquest and plunder in the Middle East, along with its horrible consequences at home, has been unwavering. Web: http://www.campusantiwar.net/ [12 Aug 2007]
Campus California TG (CCTG) A 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, that among other activities, is training & placing international volunteers/activists at humanitarian & environmental projects abroad. We offer programs where you, as a participant, can take actions as a responsible World-citizen through volunteering abroad & in the USA for a better world. Currently Campus California TG has international volunteers at development projects in Mozambique, Nicaragua, Zambia and Namibia. We train and send volunteers to Africa and Central America. Web: http://www.cctg.org/ [12 Aug 2007]
Campus Greens A national student-based, non-profit organization dedicated to building a broad-based movement for radical democracy on America's high school and college campuses. Web: http://campusgreens.org/ [06 May 2007]
Canaan Valley Institute Fosters local decision-making in support of sustainable communities in the Mid-Atlantic Highlands. The Mid-Atlantic Highlands includes portions of Maryland, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and all of West Virginia. The Institute is a not-for-profit, non-advocacy organization committed to enhancing the ability of the region's residents to improve their quality of life. CVI works to help communities build on their assets and implement locally determined solutions to problems that threaten their economic or environmental resources. Web: http://www.canaanvi.org/ [14 Jan 2006]
Canyon Sam --- Asian American Performance Artist A third generation Chinese American from San Francisco, Canyon Sam has graced stages throughout the U.S. and Canada, including the Walker Center in Minneapolis, Columbia University, and the Cleveland Performance Art Festival. Her solo shows reflect themes and settings from her travels and activist work in Buddhist Asia as well as contemporary life in urban America. Web: http://www.canyonsam.com [08 Apr 2007]
Capoeira Arts Foundation A non-profit umbrella organization for the United Capoeira Association / Capoeira Arts Cafe and Projeto Kirimure. Capoeira Arts Cafe is a cultural organization dedicated to the teaching and promotion of capoeira. Our goal is to create the right environment for capoeira to thrive as the dynamic and traditional art form that it is. Projeto Kirimurê is a non-profit program funded by the Capoeira Arts Foundation and designed to enrich the lives of at-risk youth in the neighborhood of Itapoã, Bahia, Brazil. Address: 2026 Addison Street (between Shattuck and Milvia), Berkeley CA 94704 Voice: (510) 704-8422 Web: http://www.capoeira.bz/index2.html http://www.projetokirimure.org/ [07 Oct 2007]
Carbusters Magazine Published four times a year by the World Carfree Network and produced by an international activist team in Prague, Czech Republic. It is a 32-page print magazine critiquing our society's car culture and exploring positive alternatives. Carbusters aims to serve as both an information source and a call to action, providing a full range of content from direct action skills to the latest research developments, feature articles on topics ranging from Driving as Addiction to Ecocity Visions, world news and even cartoons poking fun at the car and oil industries. Web: http://www.carbusters.org/ [06 May 2007]
Carfree.com The web site that goes with the book "Carfree Cities", which proposes a delightful solution to the vexing problem of urban automobiles. Web: http://www.carfree.com/ [19 May 2006]
carpoolconnect.com With carpoolconnect.com, anyone wishing to find fellow commuters to carpool with can easily perform a search for someone in their area and contact them directly through the site. This is accomplished without compromising anyone's security --- all communication happens through carpoolconnect.com's messaging service. Web: http://carpoolconnect.com [15 Nov 2008]
Carquinez Regional Environmental Education Center (CREEC) The role of this all-volunteer, nonprofit organization is to effect wildlife habitat and enhancement, maintenance and restoration projects in the communities and open lands surrounding the Carquinez Strait - California's most significant wildlife migratory corridor. The sole goal of CREEC is the betterment of the area's natural resources through cooperative, constructive and mutually beneficial partnerships with the industries, families and agencies who live and work along the Strait. Web: http://www.creecyouth.org/ [06 Jul 2006]
CATdestroysHomes.org A campaign to stop Caterpillar from selling bulldozers to Israel until Israel stops using these machines to destroy Palestinian lives and livelihoods. Address: 1611 Telegraph Avenue, Suite 500, Oakland CA 94612 Email: info@catdestroyshomes.org Web: http://www.catdestroyshomes.org [15 Nov 2008]
Catholic Charities of San Jose (CCSJ) Serves and advocates for families and individuals in need, especially those living in poverty. Rooted in gospel values, CCSJ works to create a more just and compassionate community in which people of all cultures and beliefs can participate. Address: 2625 Zanker Road, Suite 200 (near Trimble), San Jose CA 95134-2107 Voice: (408) 468-0100 Fax: (408) 944-0275 Web: http://ccsj.org [06 May 2007]
Catholics for a Free Choice (CFFC) Conducts the 'See Change' campaign to change the status of the Holy See at the United Nations from that of a country to that of a non-governmental organization (NGO) since it is in fact a religion (an organization of the Roman Catholic Church) and not a country. Recognition as a country allows the Church to unduly influence U.N. policy on religious freedom, women's reproductive rights, and education on condom use for prevention of HIV / AIDS. Web: http://www.seechange.org/ [06 May 2007]
CELLspace (Collectively Explorative Learning Labs) Offers communal art workshops and learning labs in a variety of artistic mediums: metal, wood, puppetry, sewing, music, digital video, crafts, dance, and theatre. Our 10,000 square foot facility serves as an arts incubator, enabling emerging Bay Area artists to create, develop, exhibit, and perform new work in an affordable, cooperative, and collaborative environment. Address: 2050 Bryant Street (between 18th and 19th Streets), San Francisco CA 94110 Voice: (415) 648-7562 Fax: (415) 285-2809 Email: info@cellspace.org Web: http://www.cellspace.org/ [15 Jan 2006]
Center for a New American Dream Helping Americans change the way they consume to improve quality of life, protect the environment, and promote social justice. Works with individuals, institutions, government agencies and companies to conserve natural resources, counter the commercialization of our culture and promote positive changes in the way goods are produced and consumed. Web: http://www.newdream.org/ [22 Jun 2008]
Center for Accessible Technology (CforAT) We provide access to assistive technology that gives people with disabilities access to computers; provide art programs to provide access to artistic expression; and offer ongoing consultation and support to assist people with disabilities in maintaining and enhancing access. We are a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Address: 2547 Eighth Street #12A, Berkeley CA 94710 Voice: (510) 841-3224 Fax: (510) 841-7956 Email: info1@cforat.org Web: http://www.cforat.org [10 Sep 2006]
Center for Agroecology & Sustainable Food Systems (CASFS) A research, education, and public service program at the University of California, Santa Cruz, dedicated to increasing ecological sustainability and social justice in the food and agriculture system. On the UCSC campus, the Center operates the 2-acre Alan Chadwick Garden and the 25-acre Farm. Both sites are managed using organic production methods and serve as research, teaching, and training facilities for students, staff, and faculty. Address: UC Santa Cruz, 1156 High Street, Santa Cruz CA 95064 Voice: (831) 459-3240 Email: jonitann@ucsc.edu Web: http://casfs.ucsc.edu/ [05 Feb 2009]
Center for Asian American Media A non-profit organization dedicated to presenting stories that convey the richness and diversity of Asian American experiences to the broadest audience possible. We do this by funding, producing,distributing and exhibiting works in film, television and digital media. Address: 145 Ninth Street, Suite 350, San Francisco CA 94110 Voice: (415) 863-0814 Fax: (415) 863-7428 Email: info@asianamericanmedia.org Web: http://asianamericanmedia.org [07 Apr 2007]
Center for Biological Diversity, SF Bay Area Office We believe that the welfare of human beings is deeply linked to nature — to the existence in our world of a vast diversity of wild animals and plants. Because diversity has intrinsic value, and because its loss impoverishes society, we work to secure a future for all species, great and small, hovering on the brink of extinction. We do so through science, law, and creative media, with a focus on protecting the lands, waters, and climate that species need to survive. Address: 1095 Market Street, Suite 511, San Francisco CA 94103-1628 Voice: (415) 436-9682 Fax: (415) 436-9683 Web: http://www.biologicaldiversity.org [10 Feb 2008]
Center for Caregiver Training Enables persons with life-threatening, serious illness (such as AIDS, cancer, emphysema) or frail elders to receive sufficient, appropriate and affordable health care in their own homes by training friends and family members in basic home care skills. Address: 1320 Divisadero Street (between Ellis and O'Farrell), San Francisco CA 94115 Voice: (415) 563-9286 Email: kevin@caregiving101.org Web: http://www.caregiving101.org [06 May 2007]
Center for Citizen Initiatives (CCI) Runs ambitious professional development exchange programs for citizens of the former Soviet Union. Takes pride in citizen activism through localized grassroots efforts. Consists of five programs: Economic Development Program, Productivity Enhancement Program, Agricultural Initiative, Nonprofit Management Training Program, and Russian Initiative for Self Employment. Address: Presidio of San Francisco, Building 1008, General Kennedy Avenue, 1st floor, POBox 29912, San Francisco CA 94129-0912 Voice: (415) 561-7777 Fax: (415) 561-7778 Email: info@ccisf.org Web: http://www.ccisf.org/ [06 May 2007]
Center for Community Change Helping low-income people, especially people of color, build powerful, effective organizations through which they can change their communities and public policies for the better. Web: http://www.communitychange.org/ [14 Apr 2006]
Center for Constitutional Rights (CCR) A non-profit legal and educational organization dedicated to protecting and advancing the rights guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution and the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. CCR uses litigation proactively to advance the law in a positive direction, to empower poor communities and communities of color, to guarantee the rights of those with the fewest protections and least access to legal resources, to train the next generation of constitutional and human rights attorneys, and to strengthen the broader movement for constitutional and human rights. Web: http://www.ccr-ny.org/ [10 Sep 2006]
Center for Corporate Policy A non-profit, non-partisan public interest organization working to curb corporate abuses and make corporations publicly accountable. Web: http://www.corporatepolicy.org/ [22 Jun 2008]
Center for Creative Land Recycling (CCLR ("see clear")) A statewide nonprofit organization focused on creating sustainable communities by identifying and implementing responsible patterns of land use and development. Mission is to encourage and facilitate land recycling in ways that revitalize urban areas, discourage urban sprawl and conserve greenspace. Focuses on sites that are idle, abandoned, underutilized, or contaminated (or perceived to be contaminated), known as 'brownfields'. Address: 200 Pine Street, Suite 400, San Francisco CA 94104 Voice: (415) 398-1080 Fax: (415) 398-5738 Email: info@cclr.org Web: http://www.cclr.org [15 Dec 2007]
Center for Defense Information A private, nongovernmental, research organization that serves as an independent monitor of the military. Believes that strong social, economic, political, and military components and a healthy environment contribute equally to the nation's security. Web: http://www.cdi.org/ [06 May 2007]
Center for Democracy and Technology Works to promote democratic values and constitutional liberties in the digital age. With expertise in law, technology, and policy, CDT seeks practical solutions to enhance free expression and privacy in global communications technologies. CDT is dedicated to building consensus among all parties interested in the future of the Internet and other new communications media. Web: http://www.cdt.org/ [06 May 2007]
Center for Digital Democracy A nonprofit organization working to ensure that the digital media systems serve the public interest. Committed to preserving the openness and diversity of the Internet in the broadband era, and to realizing the full potential of digital communications through the development and encouragement of noncommercial, public interest programming. Web: http://www.democraticmedia.org/ [28 Mar 2009]
Center for Ecoliteracy (CEL) A public foundation that supports a grantmaking program for educational organizations and school communities, primarily in the San Francisco Bay Area; convenes networks of its grantees; sponsors projects consistent with its mission; administers donor-advised funds; and manages a publishing imprint, Learning in the Real World®. Address: 2528 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley CA 94702 Email: info@ecoliteracy.org Web: http://www.ecoliteracy.org/ [12 Aug 2007]
Center for Economic and Policy Research (CEPR) Conducts both professional research and public education. The professional research is oriented towards filling important gaps in the understanding of particular economic and social problems, or the impact of specific policies. The public education portion of CEPR’s mission is to present the findings of professional research, both by CEPR and others, in a manner that allows broad segments of the public to know exactly what is at stake in major policy debates. Web: http://www.cepr.net [10 Sep 2006]
Center for Economic and Social Rights Mission is to advocate for social justice using human rights tools and strategies. For more than ten years we have contributed to the development of a human rights culture that integrates economic security, social equality, and political freedom as established in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. We build relationships with civil society groups and strengthen local initiatives for economic justice by connecting them with international institutions and legal mechanisms for protecting human rights. Web: http://www.cesr.org/ [18 Feb 2007]
Center for Ecosystem Survival (CES) Dedicated to creating global partnerships to inspire broadbased participation in the preservation of biological diversity through ecosystem protection worldwide. CES works in partnership with schools, universities, zoos, aquariums, botanical gardens, natural history museums, and science centers worldwide to protect wildlife and nature. Address: 699 Mississippi Street, Suite 106, San Francisco CA 94107 Voice: (415) 648-3392 Email: info@savenature.org Web: http://www.savenature.com/ [12 Aug 2007]
Center for Employment Training (CET) One of the country's largest, most effective educational, and employment training programs, focused on those who need help the most. A nonprofit organization, CET was established in San Jose, California in 1967 and has grown to a national network of 31 vocational educational centers operating in 11 states, and Washington D.C. Working with the private sector, CET has successfully trained and placed more than 100,000 people into jobs, over the last 37 years. Address: 701 Vine Street, San Jose CA 95110 Voice: (408) 287-7924 Email: maxm@cet2000.org Web: http://www.cetweb.org [09 Apr 2006]
Center for Environmental Health (CEH) Works to protect the public from environmental and consumer health hazards. Committed to environmental justice, reducing the use of toxic chemicals, supporting communities in their quest for a safer environment, and corporate accountability. Changes corporate behavior directly through education, litigation and advocacy. Address: 2201 Broadway, Suite 302, Oakland CA 94612-3017 Voice: (510) 655-3900 Fax: (510) 655-9100 Web: http://www.cehca.org [26 Jul 2008]
Center for Food Safety (West Coast Office) (CFS) A non-profit public interest and environmental advocacy membership organization established in 1997 by its sister organization, International Center for Technology Assessment, for the purpose of challenging harmful food production technologies and promoting sustainable alternatives. CFS combines multiple tools and strategies in pursuing its goals, including litigation and legal petitions for rulemaking, legal support for various sustainable agriculture and food safety constituencies, as well as public education, grassroots organizing and media outreach. Address: 2601 Mission Street, Suite 803, San Francisco CA 94110 Voice: (415) 826-2770 Fax: (415) 826-0507 Email: office@centerforfoodsafety.org Web: http://www.centerforfoodsafety.org/ [09 Sep 2007]
Center for Health, Environment and Justice (CHEJ) Through training, coalition-building and one-on-one technical and organizing assistance, CHEJ works to level the playing field so that people can have a say in the environmental policies and decisions that affect their health and well-being. By organizing one school, one neighborhood, one community at a time, CHEJ is making the world cleaner and healthier for all of us. Web: http://www.chej.org/ [10 Sep 2006]
Center for Housing Policy Combining research and practical, real-world expertise, the Center helps to develop effective policy solutions at the national, state and local levels that increase the availability of affordable homes. Web: http://www.nhc.org/index/chp-index/ [14 May 2009]
Center for Independent Living (Berkeley) A national leader in supporting disabled people in their efforts to lead independent lives. As an organization founded by people with disabilities, we understand the challenges faced by our consumers. This motivates us to achieve immediate and long-term solutions – be it assistance with finding housing or a job, equipping a home with assistive technologies, or enhancing independent living skills. Address: 2539 Telegraph Avenue, Berkeley CA 94704 Voice: (510) 841-4776 Fax: (510) 841-6168 Web: http://www.cilberkeley.org/ [06 May 2007]
Center for Insurance Research Provides an independent voice for reform in debates about insurance, banks, financial services companies and related public policy issues around the nation. Web: http://www.centerforinsuranceresearch.org/ [18 Feb 2007]
Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL) A public interest, not-for-profit environmental law firm founded in 1989 to strengthen international and comparative environmental law and policy around the world. CIEL provides a full range of environmental legal services in both international and comparative national law, including: policy research and publication, advice and advocacy, education and training, and institution building. Web: http://www.ciel.org/ [10 Sep 2006]
Center for International Policy (CIP) Mission is promoting a U.S. foreign policy based on international cooperation, demilitarization and respect for basic human rights. The Center for International Policy was founded in 1975, in the wake of the Vietnam War, by former diplomats and peace activists. This mix of those from inside the government and those from outside by choice has shaped both our methodology and our agenda. Web: http://www.ciponline.org/ [11 Feb 2006]
Center for Investigative Reporting A nonprofit organization that reveals injustice and strengthens democracy through the tools of journalism. Investigative reporting -- requiring long lead times and significant investment of resources -- is in short supply. Address: 2927 Newbury Street, Suite A, Berkeley CA 94703 Voice: (510) 809-3160 Fax: (510) 849-1813 Email: center@cironline.org Web: http://www.muckraker.org/ [22 Jun 2008]
Center for Latin American Studies (CLAS) Recognized by the US Department of Education as a National Resource Center for Latin American Studies. Beyond the Center's teaching and research mission, it carries out an important function of liaison in Latin America and Latino-related issues with the extended educational community. Offers outreach programs to high schools in 14 school districts in the Bay Area, with an average of 65 teachers participating in training programs each year. Address: 2334 Bowditch (between Durant and Haste), Berkeley CA 94720 Voice: (510) 642-2088 Fax: (510) 642-3260 Email: clas@berkeley.edu Web: http://www.clas.berkeley.edu/clas [15 Jan 2006]
Center for Lesbian and Gay Studies in Religion and Ministry (CLGS) A center of Pacific School of Religion in Berkeley, California. The Center serves three distinct but overlapping constituencies: the academic theological world; the churches; and the lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgendered communities. CLGS is purposed toward developing programming in each of four major areas: Research, Resourcing, Education for Leadership, and Community-Building / Advocacy. Address: Pacific School of Religion, 1798 Scenic Avenue, Berkeley CA 94709 Voice: (510) 849-8206 Fax: (510) 849-8212 Email: info@clgs.org Web: http://www.clgs.org/ [08 Apr 2007]
Center for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Art and Culture (QCC) A multiracial community-building organization that fosters the artistic, economic and cultural development of San Francisco's LGBT community. We implement our mission by operating programs that commission and present Queer artists, that promote the development of culturally diverse Queer arts organizations and that document significant Queer arts events taking place in San Francisco. Web: http://www.queerculturalcenter.org/ [15 Nov 2008]
Center for Media & Democracy (PR Watch) Strengthens participatory democracy by investigating and exposing public relations spin and propaganda, and by promoting media literacy and citizen journalism, media "of, by and for the people." Our programs include PR Watch, a quarterly investigative journal; six books by CMD staff; Spin of the Day; the Weekly Spin listserv; and, Congresspedia and SourceWatch, part of our wiki-based investigative journalism collaborative to which anyone, including you, can contribute. Web: http://www.prwatch.org/ http://www.sourcewatch.org [15 Nov 2008]
Center for Nonprofit Success A nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide the training, knowledge and resources to help nonprofit organizations succeed. We believe that the most important asset in an organization is its people, and our programs and services are designed with your most important asset in mind. Our offerings include mentoring, workshops, a job bank, consulting, and research. Web: http://www.cfnps.org/ [09 Sep 2008]
Center for Popular Economics A nonprofit collective of political economists who demystify economics and give social change activists a framework for understanding the economy. Provides alternatives to mainstream analyses and helps people understand and counteract the economic 'facts' used against them on the job, in the media, and by the government. CPE's programs emphasize the centrality of class, race and gender in analyzing how the economy works. Web: http://www.PopularEconomics.org [15 Dec 2007]
Center for Progressive Leadership (CPL) A national political training institute that develops diverse leaders who can effectively advance progressive political and policy change. Through long-term, comprehensive programs for organizational leaders, political professionals, activists and future candidates, CPL provides promising leaders with the skills, resources, and networks needed to become powerful progressive leaders. Web: http://www.progressleaders.org/ [10 Feb 2008]
Center for Public Environmental Oversight (CPEO) Promotes and facilitates public participation in the oversight of environmental activities at federal facilities, private "Superfund" sites, and Brownfields. CPEO educates public stakeholders on both the process and technologies for cleanup and environmental protection. CPEO conducts sites visits, convenes workshops and forums, publishes articles and three Internet newsgroups, and maintains the web-based "technology tree." Address: 278-A Hope Street, Mountain View CA 94041 Voice: (650) 961-8918 Email: cpeo@cpeo.org Web: http://www.cpeo.org [06 May 2007]
Center for Public Integrity (CPI) Mission is to provide the American people with the findings of our investigations and analyses of public service, government accountability and ethics related issues. The Center's books, studies and newsletters combine political science and investigative reporting, unfettered by the usual time and space constraints. Through its hard-earned reputation for "public service journalism," the Center aims to produce high-quality, well-documented, investigative research resulting in a better-informed citizenry that demands a higher level of accountability from its government and elected leaders. Web: http://www.publicintegrity.org [30 Oct 2006]
Center for Reproductive Rights A non-profit legal advocacy organization dedicated to promoting and defending women's reproductive rights worldwide. Web: http://www.reproductiverights.org [08 Apr 2007]
Center for Responsive Politics A non-partisan, non-profit research group based in Washington, D.C. that tracks money in politics and its effect on elections and public policy. The Center conducts computer-based research on campaign finance issues for the news media, academics, activists, and the public at large. The Center’s work is aimed at creating a more educated voter, an involved citizenry, and a more responsive government. Web: http://www.crp.org/ [06 May 2007]
Center for Sex and Culture Mission is to provide non-judgmental, sex-positive sexuality education and support to diverse populations by means of classes, workshops, social gatherings, and hands-on, practical skills-building events; to maintain and house these events and supporting materials and functions; to maintain a publicly-accessible library and archives; to staff and support this learning environment. Address: c/o Carol Queen, 2215-R Market Street, PMB 455, San Francisco CA 94114 Voice: (415) 255-1155 Email: info@centerforsexandculture.com Web: http://www.sexandculture.org/ [04 Apr 2006]
Center for Socialist History Promotes research, education, and publication in the field of socialist history. Address: POBox 626, Alameda CA 94501 Voice: (510) 601-6460 Email: mlipow@pacbell.net Web: http://www.gn.apc.org/csh [06 May 2007]
Center for Tactical Magic Engages in extensive research, development, and deployment of the pragmatic system known as Tactical Magic. A fusion force summoned from the ways of the artist, the magician, the ninja, and the private investigator, Tactical Magic is an amalgam of disparate arts invoked for the purpose of actively addressing Power on individual, communal, and transnational fronts. At the CTM we are committed to achieving the Great Work of Tactical Magic through community-based projects, daily interdiction, and the activation of latent energies toward positive social transformation. Email: invoke@tacticalmagic.org Web: http://www.tacticalmagic.org [18 Feb 2007]
Center for Third World Organizing (CTWO) On the cutting edge of change efforts in communities of color. CTWO's stance and innovative work to advance a racial analysis and ideology in organizing campaigns is acknowledged by peers, constituent group leaders, and funders as key contributions to the broader social-justice movement. Over the years, CTWO has supported the creation of multi-racial, multi-ethnic organizations and campaigns; has fearlessly challenged racist policies and practices of the state and other institutions; and has continuously sought opportunities to build bridges among a wide range of communities and activists of color. Address: 1218 East 21st Street (near 12th Avenue), Oakland CA 94606-3132 Voice: (510) 533-7583 Fax: (510) 533-0923 Web: http://www.ctwo.org [06 May 2007]
Center for Urban Education about Sustainable Agriculture (CUESA) Runs the Ferry Plaza Farmers' Market on Tuesdays and Saturdays. CUESA's fundamental purpose is to provide the community with a place to buy fresh produce direct from producers in a congenial atmosphere and to provide producers with a direct market for their goods. Further objectives include education about regional sustainable agriculture. CUESA believes that small family farms are essential to the sustainable agricultural economy, and is committed to making economic and educational connections between urban dwellers and sustainable farmers. Address: One Ferry Building - Suite 50, San Francisco CA 94111 Voice: (415) 291-3276 (291-FARM) Fax: (415) 291-3275 Email: info@cuesa.org Web: http://cuesa.org [28 Apr 2007]
Center for Voting and Democracy (FairVote) The leading national organization acting to transform our elections to achieve secure and universal access to participation, a full spectrum of meaningful choices and majority rule with fair representation and a voice for all. Achieving our goals rests upon bold, but achievable reforms: a constitutionally protected right to vote, a national popular vote for president, instant runoff voting for executive elections and proportional voting for legislative elections. As a reform catalyst, we develop and promote practical strategies to improve elections for local, state and national leaders. Web: http://www.fairvote.org/ [15 Dec 2007]
Center on Juvenile and Criminal Justice (CJCJ) A private non-profit organization whose mission is to reduce society's reliance on the use of incarceration as a solution to social problems. Address: 54 Dore Street, San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 621-5661 Fax: (415) 621-5466 Web: http://www.cjcj.org/ [03 Apr 2006]
Central Committee for Conscientious Objectors (CCCO) Supports and promotes individual and collective resistance to war and preparations for war. Address: 405 14th Street #205, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 465-1617 Fax: (510) 465-2459 Email: info@objector.org Web: http://www.objector.org [22 Jun 2008]
Centre for Research on Globalisation (CRG) An independent research and media group of writers, scholars and activists. It is a registered non profit organization in the province of Quebec, Canada. The Global Research webpage publishes news articles, commentary, background research and analysis on a broad range of issues, focussing on social, economic, strategic, geopolitical and environmental processes. Web: http://globalresearch.ca/ [30 Oct 2006]
Challenging White Supremacy Workshops (CWS) The purpose of CWS workshops is to train principled and effective grassroots anti-racist organizers. Since Hurricane Katrina, CWS has focused on providing one-on-one and small group anti-racist political education programs for activists who want to work in solidarity with the struggle for the Right of Return of all Katrina survivors to New Orleans and the Gulf Coast. We do this work in collaboration with Bay Area solidarity networks and New Orleans grassroots racial justice organizations. Address: 2440 Sixteenth Street #275, San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 647-0921 Email: cws@igc.org Web: http://www.cwsworkshop.org [12 Sep 2006]
Change-Links Published monthly as a print newspaper in the Los Angeles area and now on the Web with a calendar of progressive events. Web: http://www.change-links.org/ [18 Feb 2007]
Changemakers A national public foundation that promotes community-based philanthropy through grantmaking, donor education and fundraising programs. We make capacity-building grants to organizations practicing and promoting community-based philanthropy; we educate donors and their advisors about effective giving practices; and promote the models and practices of community-based philanthropy in the larger philanthropic sector. Address: 1550 Bryant Street, Suite 850, San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 551-2363 Web: http://www.changemakers.org [23 Jul 2006]
Chardon Press Books Resources on fundraising and organizing for social change. Web: http://www.chardonpress.com/ [24 Feb 2007]
CharityFocus Endeavors to leverage technology for inspiring greater volunteerism and providing meaningful volunteer opportunities for all who want them -- no matter what their skills, how much time they have to give, where they are located, and what their interests. In the process, CharityFocus volunteers provide much-needed assistance to nonprofit organizations worldwide and create inspiring local events that manifest the spirit of service. Address: POBox 2711, Santa Clara CA 95055 Web: http://www.charityfocus.org [15 Nov 2008]
Charlotte Maxwell Complementary Clinic A state-licensed holistic health clinic with locations in both Oakland and San Francisco that provides free complementary alternative medicine treatments to low-income women with cancer. Complementary Alternative Medicine treatments are rarely covered under health care plans. Without the services provided by CMCC, low income women in the Bay Area would not have access to these beneficial treatments. Address: 5691 Telegraph Avenue (at 57th street), Oakland CA 94609 Voice: (510) 601-7660 Fax: (510) 601-7669 Email: info@charlottemaxwell.org Web: http://www.charlottemaxwell.org [22 Jun 2008]
Chasing Amy Social Club (CASC) A bisexual and bi-supportive women's social group geared towards creating community among bisexual women and their friends, and promoting acceptance of bisexuality within the queer female community. Women of all ages, races, cultures, religions, political views, colors and creeds are welcome. New members are screened by telephone for safety and privacy reasons. The CASC isn't politically or religiously affiliated. Based in San Francisco, CA, and catering to the whole Bay Area. Do NOT send marketing or commercial email to this group, this is a private club for women only and should only be contacted by those interested in membership. Email: FashionEmpress@chasingamysocialclub.com Web: http://www.chasingamysocialclub.com/ [12 May 2007]
Chelsea Green Publishing Publishes books related to sustainable living. Web: http://www.chelseagreen.com [06 Nov 2005]
Chiapas Media Project A bi-national partnership that provides tools and training so that marginalized indigenous communities can establish their own information outlets. The project provides video cameras, editing equipment, computers and appropriate training so that communities in Chiapas can tell their own stories in their own words. Web: http://www.chiapasmediaproject.org [15 Dec 2007]
Chiapas Peace House Project We provide support and housing to long term volunteers to work in Indigenous community and with partner organizations in Chiapas. We also offer workshops and news and analysis of social justice struggles in Mexico. Address: c/o Faithful Fools, 230 / 234 Hyde Street, San Francisco CA 94102 Email: info@uupeacehouse.org Web: http://www.chiapaspeacehouse.org [19 Jan 2006]
Chiapas Support Committee (CSC) A grass roots all-volunteer organization in Oakland, California. We support indigenous and campesino organizations in Mexico. We have an hermanamiento (partnership) with San Manuel autonomous Zapatista municipality. In the Bay Area we provide public information about Chiapas through public events, radio programs, our newsletter, Chiapas Update, our listserv and several web sites. We organize delegations to Chiapas and also recruit and certify human rights observers and volunteers. We are now organizing for the Other Campaign and the International Campaign in Northern California. Address: POBox 3421, Oakland CA 94609 Voice: (510) 654-9587 Email: cezmat@igc.org Web: http://www.chiapas-support.org [22 Jun 2008]
Chico Peace & Justice Center Dedicated to bringing an end to violent conflict among nations and individuals. As a community-based non-profit 501(c)3 organization we are committed to working for peace, social and economic justice through the power of nonviolence. Issues we have worked to combat since 1960 include poverty, racism, sexism, economic exploitation, militarism, and environmental destruction. We work on these issues through education, community building, and direct action. Web: http://www.chico-peace.org/ [30 Oct 2006]
Child Care Links Acts as a link between government social service agencies and families. Income-eligible families can receive needed funds to pay for child care and also education on how to find quality child care. Child Care Providers, parents and employers receive valuable one-on-one support and education from our agency. Free child care referrals are provided to parents in the Tri-Valley area. Address: 1020 Serpentine Lane, Suite 102, Pleasanton CA 94566 Voice: (925) 417-8733 Email: mail@childcarelinks.org Web: http://www.childcarelinks.org [22 Jun 2008]
Child Family Health International (CFHI) The leading nongovernmental organization (NGO) placing health science students on global health education programs in ways that are socially responsible and financially just. We model best global health education practices which demonstrate a priority commitment to community engagement and local integrity. Address: 995 Market Street #1104, San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 957-9000 Fax: (415) 840-0486 Email: info@cfhi.org Web: http://www.cfhi.org/ [24 Jun 2009]
Child Labor Coalition (CLC) Exists to serve as a national network for the exchange of information about child labor; provide a forum and a unified voice on protecting working minors and ending child labor exploitation; and develop informational and educational outreach to the public and private sectors to combat child labor abuses and promote progressive initiatives and legislation. Web: http://www.stopchildlabor.org/ [30 Oct 2006]
The Children and Armed Conflict Unit A project at the University of Essex addressing the impact of armed conflict on children. Aims to keep the issue of the impact of armed conflict on children in the public and institutional eye through its web-site, which provides accessible information on conflicts and relevant international standards and norms as well as good practices relating to children. Web: http://www.essex.ac.uk/armedcon/ [15 Nov 2008]
Children of Lesbians and Gays Everywhere (COLAGE) The only national organization in the world specifically supporting children, youth and adults with LGBTQ parent(s). Using our experiences and creativity, COLAGE offers a diverse array of community building opportunities, education, leadership development and advocacy by and for folks with LGBTQ parents. Address: 1550 Bryant Street, Suite 830, San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 861-5437 (861-KIDS) Fax: (415) 255-8345 Email: colage@colage.org Web: http://www.colage.org [22 Jun 2008]
Children of the Gulf War --- Photo Exhibition U.S. Committee An exhibition of the works of Japanese photojournalist Takashi Morizumi. The works of this fine photographer deal with the horrors and ravages of war and economic sanctions in Iraq. Address: POBox 66751, Scotts Valley CA 95067-6751 Voice: (831) 438-1401 Email: chouwa@savewarchildren.org Web: http://www.savewarchildren.org [15 Dec 2007]
Children's Council of San Francisco Works to improve the well-being of children, parents, families, and child care providers, and to make affordable, high-quality child care a reality for all working families. Provides free resource and referral listings; child care subsidy assistance to low-income families; license preparation and training to child care providers; health and nutritional services and food subsidies; child care resources and options for children with special needs; and advocacy, public education, and support to the child care community. Address: 445 Church Street, San Francisco CA 94114 Voice: (415) 276-2900 Web: http://www.childrenscouncil.org [15 Dec 2007]
Children's Defense Fund - California (CDF-CA) The Children’s Defense Fund’s Leave No Child Behind® mission is to ensure every child a Healthy Start, a Head Start, a Fair Start, a Safe Start, and a Moral Start in life and successful passage to adulthood with the help of caring families and communities. We pay particular attention to the needs of poor and minority children and those with disabilities. Since 1973, CDF has educated the nation about the needs of children and encourages preventive investment before they get sick or into trouble, drop out of school, or suffer family breakdown. We are a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, and have never taken government funds. Address: 2201 Broadway, Suite 705, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 663-3224 Email: cdfca@cdfca.org Web: http://www.cdfca.org [15 Nov 2008]
Chin Jurn Wor Ping - Moving Forward For Peace (CJWP) An intergenerational alliance of people of Taiwanese, Chinese and Hong Kong heritage, working together in the Bay Area for peace and social justice. We empower and build leadership within our communities through education, grassroots organizing and activism on local and global issues. We build community strength and resist systems of injustice by exploring our shared, diverse heritages, and by building alliances with other people of color involved in social justice. Email: info@cjwp.org Web: http://www.cjwp.org [15 Dec 2007]
Chinese for Affirmative Action A civil rights group addressing immigrant rights, bilingual access, voting rights, education, census count, telecommunications access, media, and the glass ceiling. Services include counseling, referrals, and placements for SF residents interested in construction, blue collar, and public safety occupations; support for victims of racial discrimination and harassment; career fairs; and mass-targeted recruitments during the year. Address: 17 Walter U Lum Place (near Portsmouth Square Park), San Francisco CA 94108 Voice: (415) 274-6750 Fax: (415) 397-8770 Email: info@caasf.org Web: http://www.caasf.org [15 Jan 2006]
Choice Medical Group Provides quality abortion care to the women of Northern California. We are committed to providing the support and education you need to make good health care decisions. The decision to terminate a pregnancy is not an easy one to make. We are sensitive to the thought, and sometimes confusion or stress, involved in the decision to terminate a pregnancy. Voice: (800) 338-1361 Web: http://www.choicemedicalgroup.com/ [22 Jun 2008]
Christian Peacemaker Teams (CPT) A program of Brethren, Quaker and Mennonite Churches and other Christians that support nonviolence. Offers an organized, nonviolent alternative to war and other forms of lethal inter-group conflict. CPT provides organizational support to persons committed to faith-based nonviolent alternatives in situations where lethal conflict is an immediate reality or is supported by public policy. Web: http://www.cpt.org [12 Aug 2007]
Church of Reality A new breed of religion that is based in reality rather than mythology. We answer the great questions that other religions address like what is right and wrong, how do people live in community, and what are our responsibilities, and we do so in the context of our evolutionary history, our present reality, and what we as human want to evolve into as we take control of our evolution. Address: 754 Glenview Drive #201, San Bruno CA 94066 Voice: (866) 666-3211 Email: marc@churchofreality.org Web: http://www.churchofreality.org [06 May 2007]
Church World Service The relief, development, and refugee assistance ministry of 35 Protestant, Orthodox, and Anglican denominations in the United States. Working in partnership with indigenous organizations in more than 80 countries, CWS works worldwide to meet human needs and foster self-reliance for all whose way is hard. Web: http://www.churchworldservice.org [10 Sep 2006]
Cicala Filmworks, Inc. A full-service film, video, and new-media production company. Headquartered in New York City, the company creates content as varied as documentary programming, industrial videos, TV commercials, CD-ROMs and DVDs, and short and feature films. Clients range from not-for-profit arts and education organizations to advertising agencies to universities, foundations and museums. Web: http://www.cicalafilmworks.com/ [28 Mar 2009]
Circle of Life Founded in 1999 by Julia Butterfly Hill, Circle of Life activates people to live in a way that honors the diversity and interdependence of all life. We believe that you, yes you, make the difference in the world. Since the Luna tree-sit, Julia Butterfly and Circle of Life have worked to transform consciousness into spiritually-based action. This work intertwines the goals of ecological integrity, social and economic justice, and peace. Through our educational programs, action support, and promotion of sustainable-living choices, Circle of Life is a leader in the spiritual activation movement. Address: POBox 3764, Oakland CA 94609 Voice: (510) 601-9790 Fax: (510) 601-9788 Web: http://www.circleoflife.org [30 Oct 2006]
Citizens Action Network A political action, community minded organization, dedicated to building a cleaner, safer and more beautiful San Francisco. Purpose is to work very closely with the many and varied neighborhood and community groups dedicated to a better living environment. Address: 1115 Polk Street #35, San Francisco CA 94109-5523 Voice: (415) 776-9430; (415) 724-8079 (cell) Email: citizensactnet@aol.com Web: http://www.citizensactnet.org [15 Jan 2006]
Citizens Against Private Government HOAs, Inc. (CAPGH) A nonprofit organization formed to provide full and material disclosure of all the factors that can have profound effects on your decision to buy into an HOA controlled property. Mission includes informing the public (a) of the private government nature of HOAs and their governing bodies; (b) of the restrictions on homeowners’ civil liberties and; (c) of the lack of effective enforcement of state laws and the governing documents under the “private contract” interpretation of HOA. Web: http://pvtgov.org [18 Feb 2007]
Citizens for Healthy Options In Children's Education (CHOICE) Launched in 1994 by a group of concerned parents to promote a choice of wholesome plant-based meals and nutrition education in our nation's schools. It is supported entirely by individual contributions. CHOICE produces and distributes teaching materials, supports parents working for change in their schools, assists school administrators and food service providers in developing healthier meals, encourages students to select healthier food choices, and reports on similar efforts throughout the U.S. Web: http://www.choiceusa.net/ [28 Mar 2009]
Citizens for Independent Public Broadcasting (CIPB) A national membership organization dedicated to putting the public back into public broadcasting so that we can all join in the debate about our nation's future. At the national level, CIPB has developed a detailed proposal for a Public Broadcasting Trust (PBT) that is independently funded, publicly accountable, and true to the service's founding mission. At the community level, CIPB builds chapters, and is working with national partner organizations to democratize community public broadcasting service. Toward these goals CIPB offers a training manual, video and a national clearinghouse for organizing. Web: http://www.cipbonline.org/ [09 Sep 2007]
Citizens for Tax Justice (CTJ) A nonpartisan, nonprofit research and advocacy organization dedicated to fair taxation at the federal, state, and local levels. CTJ fights for fair taxes for middle and low-income families, requiring the wealthy to pay their fair share, closing corporate tax loopholes, adequately funding important government services, reducing the federal debt, and taxation that minimizes distortion of economic markets. Web: http://www.ctj.org/ [28 Mar 2009]
Citizens for the Albany Shoreline (CAS) A strong advocate for protection of Albany's shoreline since the 1980s. We are currently working to stop Magna Entertainment Corp and Caruso Affiliate's Waterfront Shopping Mall planned for Golden Gate Fields in Albany, CA. Instead of the mall development, CAS advocates the acquisition of the GGF property to expand the Eastshore State Park. CAS opposes a waterfront shopping mall as development would prevent state park expansion. Address: POBox 6087, Albany CA 94706 Voice: (510) 525-6726 Email: brianp@pacbell.net Web: http://www.albanyshoreline.org [03 Dec 2005]
Citizens for the Eastshore Parks Established the Eastshore State Park on December 6, 2002 through residents' initiatives and strong voter support of ballot measures and funding. The park runs 8.5 miles from Oakland through Emeryville, Berkelely, Albany and El Cerrito to Richmond. It includes trails for bicycling and walking. It abounds in natural resources that make it ideal for bird and plant walks. CESP works to promote and preserve open space through advocacy and education. It also frequently organizes outings in the park. Address: POBox 6087, Albany CA 94706 Voice: (510) 524-5000 Fax: (510) 524-5008 Email: eastshorepark@hotmail.com [22 Mar 2008]
Citizenship Project A center for workers and immigrant rights... a network of labor and community-based organizations... serving and organizing the whole labor movement and whole communities of the California central coast. We are dedicated to a citizenship that is active, deep and broad. Our citizenship recognizes the inalienable rights of ALL citizens of ALL countries, not just the United States. Address: 931 East Market Street, Salinas CA 93905 Voice: (831) 424-2713 Fax: (831) 424-1309 Email: citizenship@newcitizen.org Web: http://www.newcitizen.org [09 Apr 2006]
City CarShare A Bay Area nonprofit on a mission to provide convenient, affordable access to cars so that we can reduce individual car ownership—and improve the environment and quality of life in our cities. We're a nonprofit because we feel that is the best way to provide great service to our members for the long-term, while staying focused on our mission. City CarShare remains dedicated to socially responsible car sharing and, true to our purpose and mission, continues to work with community, government and private companies to support the growth and expansion of car sharing. Address: 1182 Market Street, Suite 300, San Francisco CA 94102-4919 Voice: (415) 995-8588; (510) 352-0323 Fax: (415) 995-8589 Web: http://www.citycarshare.org [29 Jun 2008]
City Lights Bookstore A landmark independent bookstore and publisher that specializes in world literature, the arts, and progressive politics. Address: 261 Columbus Avenue (near Broadway), San Francisco CA 94133 Voice: (415) 362-8193 Fax: (415) 362-4921 Email: staff@citylights.com Web: http://www.citylights.com [15 Jan 2006]
City of Dreams Dedicated to helping at-risk youth build brighter futures through mentorship and youth development. We provide caring mentorship in group settings and one-to-one matches, designed to help young people understand the value of staying in school and avoiding teen pregnancy, drugs, and gangs. Through our experiential learning, one-to-one mentoring, and community development programs, we expand our kids' perspectives and promote their self esteem. We believe that learning, seeing and doing new things—and then reflecting on those lessons learned—are crucial to helping our kids think critically, identify what's important to them, and pursue their dreams. Address: POBox 77007, San Francisco CA 94107 Voice: (415) 706-5799 Fax: (800) 948-8219 Email: info@city-of-dreams.org Web: http://www.city-of-dreams.org [29 Mar 2008]
City of Refuge Community Church A congregation of the United Church of Christ that combines social justice ministry, Gospel music, and spiritual healing. Address: 1025 Howard Street (at Post), San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 861-6130 Fax: (415) 861-6103 Email: arkinfo@pacbell.net Web: http://www.sfrefuge.org [06 May 2007]
East Bay City Repair An organized group action that educates and inspires communities and individuals to creatively transform the places where they live. We facilitate artistic and ecologically-oriented placemaking through projects that honor the interconnection of human communities and the natural world. Email: eastbay@cityrepair.com Web: http://eastbay.cityrepair.org/ http://cityrepair.org/ [17 Mar 2007]
City Slicker Farms Increases food self-sufficiency in West Oakland by creating organic, sustainable, high-yield urban farms and back-yard gardens. These spaces provide healthy, affordable food and improve the environment. We seek to serve all West Oakland residents, prioritizing people who have least access. Our farms and gardens demonstrate the viability of a local food-production system, serve as community spaces, empower children and adults who want to learn about the connections between ecology, farming and the urban environment, and give West Oakland residents tools for self-reliance. Address: 737 Henry Street, Oakland CA 94607 Voice: (510) 763-4241 Email: cityslickerfarms@riseup.net Web: http://www.cityslickerfarms.org/ [02 Sep 2007]
Civicorps Schools Promotes citizenship and builds a civil society by creating educational models that draw upon the power of service as a way of learning. An educated citizenry is the cornerstone of a healthy democracy. Students who learn not only academic knowledge but also their potential for changing the world become capable, caring citizens. Address: 1021 Third Street, Oakland CA 94607 Voice: (510) 992-7800 Fax: (510) 992-7950 Email: info@cvcorps.org Web: http://www.cvcorps.org/ [15 Nov 2008]
Civil Liberties Defense Center A nonprofit organization of practicing public interest attorneys and organizers. We focus on defending and upholding the rights of activists through education, outreach, litigation, and legal support and assistance. Web: http://www.cldc.org/ [14 Oct 2006]
Civil Liberties Monitoring Project Monitors police and governmental agencies for abuse of civil rights in Humboldt, Mendocino and Trinity counties. Urges correction of abusive situations when found. Address: POBox 544, Redway CA 95560 Voice: (707) 923-4646 Fax: (707) 923-9040 Email: clmp@civilliberties.org Web: http://www.civilliberties.org [15 Jan 2006]
Clara-Mateo Alliance Provides emergency and transitional housing to individuals, couples, and families with children, in a safe, structured and supportive program where people can work on overcoming homelessness. Case management, meals and supportive services, including 12-step programs are available on site. The Elsa Segovia Center, a one-stop day service center for women and families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness is also on site, offering laundry facilities, showers, food and access to many other services. Address: 795 Willow Road, Bldg. 323-D (on the VA Hospital grounds), Menlo Park CA 94025 Voice: (650) 853-8697 x208 Fax: (650) 853-7083 [30 Jun 2007]
Claremont Canyon Conservancy Dedicated to the preservation and restoration of Claremont Canyon’s natural landscape and to the promotion of fire safety throughout the canyon and in adjacent residential neighborhoods. The Conservancy works closely with public and private property owners and various government agencies to ensure the best possible stewardship of the canyon as a whole. We support educational programs designed to improve fire safety and seek out the most effective measures that private property owners can take to protect their own properties from wildfire. Address: POBox 5551, Berkeley CA 94705 Voice: (510) 843-2226 Web: http://ccconservancy.homestead.com/home.html [26 Apr 2009]
Clary-Meuser Research Network Provides information, tools, resources and expertise that may be used for improving environmental and social conditions. In addition to products and consulting for a few, the web site includes free maps, free GIS programs, a free mapping tutorial and much more related to the environment and advocacy community mapping. Web: http://www.mapcruzin.com [18 Feb 2007]
Clean Water Action (CWA) A national organization of diverse people and groups working together for clean water, protecting health, creating green jobs, and making democracy work. Address: 111 New Montgomery Street, Suite 600 (between Mission and Minna Street), San Francisco CA 94105 Voice: (415) 369-9160 Fax: (415) 369-9180 Web: http://www.cleanwateraction.org [31 May 2008]
cleanpeople.org Goal is to create a forum for people in recovery from addiction, as well as those with a desire to be in recovery. This forum is designed to allow for an open exchange of ideas on addiction and recovery. Addresses any form of addiction, such as drugs, alcohol, gambling, food, and so on. Web: http://cleanpeople.org/ [15 Jan 2006]
Clif Bar A socially responsible maker of energy bars. Web: http://clifbar.com [15 Dec 2007]
Climate Ark A climate change portal and internet search tool that provides access to reviewed climate change and alternative energy news and information. Allows searching the entire content of several hundred leading research and advocacy sites, and browsing a huge Climate Change News Archive. The Climate Ark's premise is that Climate Change is occurring and that policy must be crafted now in response. Web: http://www.climateark.org/ [09 Sep 2007]
Close to Home (CTH) Offers a threshold into the natural world of the East Bay. Focus is on appreciating "open areas" as habitat for other species. Offers a year-long program of Saturday outings to some of the East Bay's most interesting and beautiful places. Public talks one Monday a month in Montclair in Oakland. Address: 3758 Grand Avenue #38, Oakland CA 94610 Voice: (510) 655-6658 Email: spring5@mindspring.com Web: http://www.close-to-home.org/ [11 Sep 2007]
Co-Op America Provides the economic strategies, organizing power and practical tools for businesses and individuals to address today's social and environmental problems. Programs include the National Green Pages, a campaign to end sweatshops, information on boycotts, forest conservation, responsibility ratings of individual corporations, and information on socially responsible investing. Web: http://www.coopamerica.org/ [15 Dec 2007]
Coalition Against Unsolicited Commercial Email (CAUCE) An all-volunteer consumer advocacy organization that has moved beyond its original mission of encouraging the creation and adoption of anti-spam laws to a broader stance of defending the interests of the average Internet user. Web: http://www.cauce.org/ [28 Mar 2009]
Coalition for the Advancement of Medical Research (CAMR) The nation's leading bipartisan pro-cures coalition. CAMR is comprised of over 100 nationally recognized patient organizations, universities, scientific societies, and foundations advocating for the advancement of breakthrough research and technologies in regenerative medicine. CAMR’s advocacy and education outreach focuses on stem cell research, somatic cell nuclear transfer, and related research fields in which the mission is to develop treatments and cures for individuals with life-threatening illnesses and disorders. Web: http://www.camradvocacy.org [15 Dec 2007]
Coalition of University Employees (CUE) A labor union that represents clerical employees at all nine UC campuses plus Lawrence Berkeley National Lab. Address: 2855 Telegraph Avenue, Suite 302, Berkeley CA 94705 Voice: (510) 845-2221 Fax: (510) 845-7444 Email: clericals@cueunion.org Web: http://www.cueunion.org [09 Sep 2007]
San Francisco Coalition on Homelessness Initiates program and policy changes that result in the creation of exits from poverty. The COH unites homeless people and service providers with concerned community members in outreach, advocacy, and community organizing activities to ensure that low-income communities are in a leadership position in the work to promote social justice in San Francisco. Address: 468 Turk Street, San Francisco CA 94102 Voice: (415) 346-3740 Fax: (415) 775-5639 Email: coh@cohsf.org Web: http://www.cohsf.org [15 Dec 2007]
Coalition on the Environment and Jewish Life (COEJL) The leading Jewish environmental organization in the United States. COEJL has helped tens of thousands of Jews make a connection between Judaism and the environment. COEJL has put environmental protection on the agenda of the organized Jewish community and made the case to elected officials and decision-makers that protecting the environment is a moral and religious obligation. Today, COEJL represents 29 national Jewish organizations spanning the full spectrum of Jewish religious and communal life and serves as the voice of the organized Jewish community on environmental issues in Washington, D.C. and around the country. Web: http://www.coejl.org/home.shtml [10 Sep 2006]
Coalition to Defend Affirmative Action and Integration and Fight for Equality By Any Means Necessary (BAMN) A mass, democratic, integrated, national organization dedicated to building a new mass civil rights movement to defend affirmative action, integration, and the other gains of the civil rights movement of the 1960s and to advance the struggle for equality in American society by any means necessary. Web: http://www.bamn.com/ [10 Sep 2006]
Coalition to Free the University of California A student-led coalition that seeks to transform the University from an elitist, corporate, militaristic, autocratic institution into a responsible, just, diverse equitable, democratically-governed body that educates and works for the common welfare. To walk with the Phoenix Coalition is to be on the ground level of a new radical student movement. We will use nonviolent direct action to assist the evolution of the University structurally and ethically. We will organize, educate, protest, party, obstruct, heal, learn, struggle and grow together. Web: http://www.freetheuc.org [18 Feb 2008]
Coastside Committee For a New Library (CCFNL) An organization composed of persons from all along the San Mateo Coastside. CCFNL is a subcomittee of the Friends of the Library that supports the library building project. Our mission is to unite the Coastside community in building a library that will serve our informational needs in future decades. Web: http://www.newlibrarynow.org/ [19 May 2007]
Coastside Peace A community of concerned citizens dedicated to giving others like us the information and opportunity to create a more just and humane world through grassroots action. We support the activities of all like-minded groups and will gladly make our website available for announcements from groups working for peace or social justice causes. The group is located in the Half Moon Bay Coastside area south of San Francisco, CA. Web: http://www.coastsidepeace.org [09 Sep 2007]
CODEPINK Women for Peace A women-initiated, women-led grassroots peace and social justice movement working to end the war in Iraq, stop new wars, and redirect our resources into healthcare, education and other life-affirming activities. CODEPINK rejects the Bush administration's fear-based politics that justify violence, and instead calls for policies based on compassion, kindness and a commitment to international law. With an emphasis on joy and humor, CODEPINK women seek to activate, amplify and inspire a community of peacemakers through direct action, creative campaigns and a commitment to non-violence. Voice: (510) 524-2776 Email: info@bayareacodepink.org Web: http://www.codepinkalert.org/ http://www.bayareacodepink.org/ [08 Apr 2007]
Codornices Creek Watershed Council A new local, volunteer organization made up of stakeholders who live and work in the watershed. The purpose of the Council is to protect and restore watershed processes and function and promote awareness and stewardship through collaborative partnerships with agencies, businesses, organizations, and the community. Voice: (510) 759-1689 Email: pamboyle@gmail.com Web: http://www.codornicescreekwatershed.org [23 Apr 2008]
Cohousing Association of the United States (Coho/US) Mission is to promote the cohousing movement, support individuals and groups in creating communities, provide assistance to completed groups for improving their systems for living together in community, and create networking opportunities for those involved or interested in cohousing. Voice: (314) 754-5828 Web: http://www.cohousing.org http://www.cohousing.org/contact [27 Sep 2008]
cointel.org This web site has many authoritative links and references on the CIA's Cointelpro counterintelligence campaign against radical activists. Web: http://www.cointel.org [30 Oct 2006]
Coleman Advocates for Children and Youth Serves as the voice for children in San Francisco. Works independently to change city policies and programs through advocacy, research, public education, and development of creative, cost-effective proposals on issues such as child welfare, health, juvenile justice, and recreation. Sponsors 'The Kids Network', a new citizen watchdog group with a free newsletter for activists. Address: 459 Vienna Street, San Francisco CA 94112 Voice: (415) 239-0161 Fax: (415) 239-0584 Email: info@colemanadvocates.org Web: http://www.colemanadvocates.org/ [09 Sep 2007]
ColorLines Magazine The nation’s leading magazine on race, culture, and organizing. Published six times a year by the Applied Research Center (ARC). Address: 900 Alice Street, Suite 400, Oakland CA 94605 Voice: (510) 653-3415 Fax: (510) 986-1062 Email: colorlines@colorlines.com Web: http://www.colorlines.com [11 Sep 2007]
Commercial Alert Mission is to keep the commercial culture within its proper sphere, and to prevent it from exploiting children and subverting the higher values of family, community, environmental integrity and democracy. Web: http://www.commercialalert.org [20 Oct 2005]
Committee for Green Foothills Our mission is to protect the open space, farmlands, and natural resources of San Mateo and Santa Clara counties through advocacy, education and grassroots action. Address: Peninsula Conservation Center, 3921 East Bayshore Road, Palo Alto CA 94303 Voice: (650) 968-7243 Fax: (650) 968-8431 Email: info@GreenFoothills.org Web: http://www.greenfoothills.org [19 May 2007]
Committee for Human Rights in the Philippines (CHRP) Shares the vision of human rights advanced by the National Democratic movement of the Philippines. CHRP educates, organizes, and mobilizes people and communities in the Bay Area to take progressive action in upholding and supporting human rights in the Philippines and throughout the world. Voice: (415) 377-2599 Email: chrp-owner@yahoogroups.com [01 Nov 2006]
Committee for Nuclear Responsibility, Inc. (CNR) Works to prevent deception in nuclear radiation research, while also contributing new insights about radiation injury. Address: POBox 421993, San Francisco CA 94142-1993 Voice: (415) 776-8299 Web: http://www.ratical.com/radiation/CNR [19 May 2007]
Bay Area Committee In Solidarity with the People of El Salvador (CISPES) Supports grassroots labor and womens organizing and combats neoliberalism in El Salvador and in the US through petitions, media attention, speaking tours, demonstrations and street theatre. Also works with immigrants rights groups and sends people on solidarity delegations to El Salvador. There is a human rights network to combat attacks on workers and immigrants. Address: 3012 16th Street #205 (off Mission), San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 503-0789 Fax: (415) 647-4718 Email: bayareacispes@yahoo.com Web: http://www.cispes.org [17 Mar 2007]
Committee of 100 for Tibet A collective of prominent world citizens --- including many Nobel laureates, politicians and artists --- supporting the Tibetan people in their nonviolent struggle for independence. The committee's role is to inform the public about the unique national, cultural and religious identity of the Tibetan people, to work to preserve that identity and to assure the survival and human rights of the Tibetan people. One project is Tibet Online, a job training and computer resource center for the Tibetan people. Web: http://www.c100tibet.org/ [09 Oct 2005]
Committee to Free Lori Berenson Lori Berenson is a US citizen currently being held as a political prisoner in Lima. After serving nearly five years in harsh Peruvian jails high in the Andes, her conviction of treason against Peru and her life sentence were overturned. In June 2001 she was cleared of charges of being a terrorist, but convicted of collaboration, and sentenced to twenty years in prison by a civilian terrorism court which, according to the U.S. State Department, "fails to meet international standards of openness, fairness, and due process." Web: http://www.freelori.org/ [29 Jun 2008]
Committees of Correspondence for Democracy and Socialism (CofC) We are people of all races and national backgrounds who are committed to the struggle for democracy and socialism. Our name is taken from the history of the U.S. revolutionary war against British colonialism. In the 1770s, Committees of Correspondence were formed in all 13 colonies and became the catalyst for united action against British oppression. We, too, seek united action among all who feel the brunt of oppression in the U.S. Web: http://www.cc-ds.org/ [09 Apr 2006]
Common Agenda Network A local network affiliated with the National Priorities Project of Massachusetts, working for significant cuts in military spending and redirecting the money to community and environmental needs. Address: c/o Betty Brown, 44 Beverly Road, Kensington CA 94707 Voice: (510) 524-6071 [21 Apr 2007]
Common Cause A nonprofit, nonpartisan citizen's lobbying organization promoting open, honest and accountable government. Supported by the dues and contributions of over 250,000 members in every state across the nation, Common Cause represents the unified voice of the people against corruption in government and big money special interests. Web: http://www.commoncause.org [19 May 2007]
Common Courage Press By publishing books for social justice, Common Courage Press helps progressive ideas to find a place in our culture. The press provides a platform to spread these ideas to activists and ordinary citizens alike. It has sold a total of over one million copies since its founding in 1991, and its books have been translated and reprinted in 24 countries. Skillfully edited, graphically striking, and popularly accessible, Common Courage books explore corporate power, ecology, race, gender, economics, health, welfare, and media politics, and U.S. policy from Central America to the Middle East and Afghanistan. Web: http://www.commoncouragepress.com/ [15 Nov 2008]
Common Dreams News Center Breaking news & views for progressive-thinking Americans. Web: http://www.commondreams.org/ [28 Mar 2009]
Common Ground Magazine Serves as a resource to help readers live healthier lives and create a sustainable society. Our editorial content builds conscious community by expanding social, political, and environmental awareness. It supports wellness and healthy living by informing readers about natural foods, nutrition, and integrative health care. We support and engage in socially responsible business practices. Address: 604 Mission Street, 10th Floor, San Francisco CA 94105-3526 Voice: (415) 459-4900 Fax: (415) 459-4974 Web: http://www.commongroundmag.com [10 Feb 2008]
Common Ground Organic Garden Supply and Education Center We offer hands-on classes and events in organic gardening and sustainable lifestyles; seeds and plant starts - hundreds of edible, medicinal, native and ornamental varieties; organic composts, fertilizers and mulches - a broad selection; tools and natural disease and pest control products - the highest quality; books, magazines, cards, and gift items; and volunteer opportunities and new friends. Address: 559 College Avenue, Palo Alto CA 94306 Voice: (650) 493-6072 Email: manager@commongroundinpaloalto.org Web: http://www.commongroundinpaloalto.org [09 Sep 2007]
Common Knowledge A consulting agency helping nonprofits leverage the Internet for fund raising, advocacy, marketing, and communications. Progressive clients like IFAW, Defenders of Wildlife, Earth Justice, and Equality California have made use of our services, including strategy, software, design and online campaigns. Address: 50 First Street, Suite 400, San Francisco CA 94105 Voice: (415) 543-7600 Email: jpatrick@commonknow.com Web: http://www.commonknow.com [28 Jan 2007]
Commonweal Institute A think tank that seeks to maximize the visibility and the power of progressive ideas and values. From environmental protection to racial justice, from religious tolerance to economic security, the Commonweal Institute promotes fundamental American ideals of community, responsibility, and fairness. Applying a unique combination of policy analysis, strategy, and marketing know-how, we work to advance the common good, both now and for future generations. Address: 325 Sharon Park Drive, Suite 332, Menlo Park CA 94025 Voice: (650) 854-9796 Fax: (650) 854-8132 Email: info@commonwealinstitute.org Web: http://www.commonwealinstitute.org [10 Feb 2008]
The Commonwealth Fund A private foundation that aims to promote a high performing health care system that achieves better access, improved quality, and greater efficiency, particularly for society's most vulnerable, including low-income people, the uninsured, minority Americans, young children, and elderly adults. The Fund carries out this mandate by supporting independent research on health care issues and making grants to improve health care practice and policy. An international program in health policy is designed to stimulate innovative policies and practices in the United States and other industrialized countries. Web: http://www.cmwf.org/ [20 Sep 2006]
Communi-tea A company that provides solutions to improving your soil biology so that your plants grow better. This is based on a scientific next step to improve organic agriculture provided by Elaine Ingham, founder of the Soil Foodweb. By using specially prepared compost tea, you will improve the biology and fertility of your soil naturally, eliminate the need for chemical pesticides and fertilizers, and save money and the environment. Voice: 650 574-7154 (Brian) Email: brian@communi-tea.org Web: http://www.communi-tea.org/ http://www.greensolutions.org/ [28 Mar 2009]
Communities for a Better Environment (CBE) A social justice organization with a focus on environmental health and justice. We organize in working class communities of color because those communities suffer the most from environmental pollution and toxics. CBE works in these communities because they are also centers of resistance to environmental racism. We provide community residents who want to challenge corporate polluters with organizing help, scientific and policy research, and legal assistance. The focus of our work is to help community members identify their own problems, and define their own campaigns and solutions. Address: 1440 Broadway, Suite 701, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 302-0430 Fax: (510) 302-0437 Email: cperez@cbecal.org Web: http://www.cbecal.org/ [15 Dec 2007]
Community Action Board of Santa Cruz Mission is to conduct, administer, or coordinate community programs to combat poverty and the causes of poverty in Santa Cruz and Monterey Counties. Programs shall collaborate with private and public partners to establish a continuum of services and involve low income persons in program development and advocacy. Address: 406 Main Street, Suite 207, Watsonville CA 95076 Voice: (831) 763-2147 Fax: (831) 724-3447 Email: info@cabinc.org Web: http://www.cabinc.org [09 Apr 2006]
Community Action Publications (CAP) "Information empowering constructive action for a better world for all." CAP produces and distributes information that empowers effective action on environmental, health, and community issues. Topic specialities include: healthy food and homes; sustainable energy sources; and effective individual and community action. Information is available through our website, articles, talks, and more. We also offer speakers, trainers, and training design for classes and workshops on these topics. Address: 708 Gravenstein Hwy N, Suite 104-W, Sebastopol CA 95472 Voice: (707) 829-2999 Email: info[at]healthyworld.org Web: http://www.healthyworld.org [19 Dec 2007]
Community Alliance with Family Farmers (CAFF) Building a movement of rural and urban people to foster family-scale agriculture that cares for the land, sustains local economies and promotes social justice. Web: http://www.caff.org/ [29 Jun 2008]
Community Awareness and Treatment Services, Inc. (CATS) Offers a system of compassionate care through outreach, transportaion, support services, rehabilitation and housing for individuals and families affected by substance abuse, HIV / AIDS, mental disabilities, poverty, and / or homelessness. Address: 1446 Market Street, San Francisco CA 94102 Voice: (415) 241-1199 Fax: (415) 553-3939 Email: admin@catsinc.org Web: http://www.careforhomeless.org [25 Jun 2006]
Community Boards A non-profit, community based dispute resolution organization that helps neighbors resolve conflicts. Examples of disputes we mediate are: barking dogs, noisy neighbors, landlord / tenant, or roommates. San Francisco residents may receive mediation services free-of-charge. For a fee, we provide facilitation services to organizations and businesses. Since 1976 thousands of people have been trained by Community Boards in the art of peacemaking and many more have been served. Address: 3130 24th Street, San Francisco CA 94110 Voice: (415) 920-3820 Fax: (415) 626-0595 Email: jgarrison@communityboards.org Web: http://www.communityboards.org [29 Jun 2008]
Community Food Security Coalition (CFSC) A non-profit 501(c)(3), North American organization dedicated to building strong, sustainable, local and regional food systems that ensure access to affordable, nutritious, and culturally appropriate food for all people at all times. We seek to develop self-reliance among all communities in obtaining their food and to create a system of growing, manufacturing, processing, making available, and selling food that is regionally based and grounded in the principles of justice, democracy, and sustainability. Web: http://www.foodsecurity.org/ [15 Nov 2008]
Community Homeless Alliance Ministry (CHAM) For over ten years, the CHAM has mobilized and ministered in San Jose -- the heart of Silicon Valley. CHAM is one of the few grassroots, urban ministry for the homeless in the Bay Area -- where some of the highest rents and lowest vacancy rates in the nation have driven thousands of individuals and families into homelessness. CHAM's ministry seeks to empower those with the least and invites all people, rich and poor, to join together in creating equality, justice, and abundance for all. Our ministry is ultimately centered in the gospel principles and life of Christ: professing love, understanding, forgiveness, and compassion. Address: 80 South Fifth Street, San Jose CA 95112 Voice: (408) 295-4463 Email: sjwagers001@aol.com Web: http://www.cham-ministry.org/ [31 Oct 2005]
Community Housing Partnership (CHP) Creates, implements and demonstrates solutions to homelessness by working in partnership with people in San Francisco who would otherwise be without a home. CHP develops and operates high quality permanent affordable housing, integrating optional support services, job training and community organizing. We strive to break the cycle of homelessness by strengthening community, encouraging self-determination and involving tenants in every aspect of the organization. Address: 280 Turk Street, San Francisco CA 94102 Voice: (415) 929-2470 Fax: (415) 749-2791 Email: info@chp-sf.org Web: http://www.chp-sf.org [12 Dec 2008]
Community Legal Services in East Palo Alto (CLSEPA) Provides free legal services to low-income and under-served people in the areas of housing and immigration through advice clinics, direct services and representation. It is also home to the Volunteer Attorney Program (VAP) and a Juvenile Justice clinic, which provide legal services in a broad range of practice areas by engaging the assistance of volunteer law students and pro bono attorneys. Address: 2117-B University Avenue (near Donohoe Street), East Palo Alto CA 94403 Voice: (650) 326-6440 Fax: (650) 326-9722 Email: info@clsepa.org Web: http://www.clsepa.org [19 May 2007]
Community Media Center A not-for-profit resource where every citizen can make a difference. Use it to learn video production, make shows on local cable TV access channels, support us financially, join our Board of Directors, or view programs on the cable channels or this web site Your involvement makes the Media Center better, stronger, and increasingly vital. Address: 900 San Antonio Road, Palo Alto CA 94303-4917 Voice: (650) 494-8686 Fax: (650) 494-8386 Email: info@communitymediacenter.net Web: http://www.CommunityMediaCenter.net [09 Apr 2006]
Community Peacemakers Organized to partner with schools, religious organizations and civic groups in the pursuit and nurturing of common dreams --- a world of peace, without violence and with equal and social justice. Strives to offer the tools, skills and resources to make a real difference in how we see, deal and work with the issues, causes and solutions surrounding Social Conflict by the way of Education, Activism and Rebuilding Community. Programs and events are custom tailored including Walkabouts for Peace, Stand Up for Peace Discussion Groups and Peace Power Jamborees for Kids, Teens and Youth. Address: 2908 Madeline Street, Suite 100, Oakland CA 94602-3337 Voice: (510) 530-1319 Fax: (510) 530-1527 [15 Jan 2006]
Community Resources for Independent Living (CRIL) Offers independent living services at no charge to persons with disabilities living in southern and eastern Alameda County. In order to become a CRIL consumer, an individual must have a disability and be paired with an Independent Living (IL) Coordinator. CRIL is also a resource for disability awareness education and training, advocacy and technical advice. Address: 439 'A' Street, Hayward CA 94541 Voice: (510) 881-5743; (510) 881-0218 (TTY) Fax: (510) 881-1593 Email: info@cril-online.org Web: http://www.cril-online.org/ [29 Jun 2008]
The Community Solution Dedicated to the development, growth and enhancement of small local communities. We envision a country where the population is distributed in small communities that are sustainable, diverse and culturally sophisticated. Web: http://www.communitysolution.org/ [16 Feb 2006]
Community Technology Alliance Provides technology tools that link and network agencies in the region to more effectively deliver services to the homeless and at-risk populations. Community VoiceMail helps the homeless and at-risk populations find housing, employment and stay in touch. Provided in partnership with the Housing Authority of Santa Clara County, the Housing Listing lists rental units available to Section 8 participants. The Shelter Bed Hotline (1-800-7SHELTER) gives information on shelter availability throughout the nine county San Francisco Bay Area. http://www.helpSCC.org offers online information on all health and human service providers in Santa Clara County. Address: 115 East Gish Road, Suite 222, San Jose CA 95112-4719 Voice: (408) 437-8800 Fax: (408) 437-9169 Email: admin@CTAgroup.org Web: http://www.ctagroup.org http://www.helpSCC.org [09 Sep 2007]
Community Technology Centers' Network (CTCNet) A national membership network of community technology centers (CTCs) and other non-profits, united in their commitment to provide technology access and education to underserved communities. CTCNet works through the CTC Network to provide resources and advocacy to improve the quality and sustainability of CTCs. Web: http://www.ctcnet.org/ [19 May 2007]
Community Technology Foundation of California Mission is to bring basic and advanced information technology and telecommunications to underserved communities. Envisions a world where there is a technology user in every home, a technology resource center in every community, and where technology no longer divides, but is a bridge to a better life. Address: 101 Spear Street, Suite 218, San Francisco CA 94105 Voice: (415) 371-8808 Fax: (415) 371-8818 Email: info@zerodivide.org Web: http://www.zerodivide.org/ [30 Oct 2006]
Community Toolbox for Children’s Environmental Health Guided by a board composed primarily of grassroots leaders, Community Toolbox seeks to build the organizational capacity and sustainability of parent and other community-based organizations working to eliminate children's environmental health threats, such as lead poisoning, in communities at highest risk. Community Toolbox addresses the needs of environmental health and justice groups serving children in disproportionately impacted communities through grantmaking, technical assistance, and community building programs, all of which aim to locate control on the grassroots level. Address: 999 Sutter Street, Fourth Floor (near Hyde Street), San Francisco CA 94109 Voice: (415) 614-9533 Fax: (415) 614-9537 Email: information@communitytoolbox.org Web: http://www.communitytoolbox.org [08 Apr 2007]
Community United Against Violence (CUAV) Seeks to address and prevent domestic violence and hate violence directed at lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transgender individuals and to provide empowering services to survivors of hate violence. Offers crisis intervention, short-term counseling, advocacy with the criminal justice system, support groups, speakers for schools and community groups, and safety monitoring for community events. Address: 170-A Capp Street, San Francisco CA 94110 Voice: (415) 777-5500 x322; (415) 333-4357 (333-HELP, a 24-hour crisis line) Fax: (415) 777-5565 Web: http://www.cuav.org [01 May 2006]
Community Vocational Enterprises (CVE) Mission is to provide opportunities, training, and support to individuals with mental health disabilities, empowering them to fulfill their employment potential. Address: 1425 Folsom Street, San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 544-0424 Fax: (415) 544-0351 Email: info@cve.org Web: http://www.cve.org [17 Jun 2006]
Community Works (CW) An arts and education nonprofit that seeks to provide disenfranchised populations in the San Francisco Bay Area with opportunities to build community and give voice to their experiences. CW is particularly concerned with the effects of soaring incarceration rates on communities, impacting not only the offending individuals but also families, neighbors, and survivors of crime. CW links up with the institutions that most affect our constituents’ lives, including the criminal and juvenile justice systems, the public school system, and other community-based organizations, in order to provide enriching, sustainable programs that work to bring communities together. Address: 1605 Bonita Avenue, Berkeley CA 94709 Voice: (510) 486-2340 Fax: (510) 649-8239 Email: community_works@yahoo.com Web: http://www.community-works-ca.org [23 Apr 2006]
Community Youth Center (CYC) A multi-service organization serving Asian at-risk youths and their families in individual / group / family counseling, prevention of juvenile delinquency, drug education, parent education, career counseling, job placement and referral, labor market orientation, internship, volunteer recruitment, gang prevention, street outreach, after-school tutoring, and recreation. Address: 1237 Van Ness Avenue, Suite 200, San Francisco CA 94109 Voice: (415) 775-2636 Fax: (415) 775-1345 Email: cyc@cycsf.org Web: http://www.cycsf.org [10 Sep 2006]
Compass Community Services A leading provider of shelter and critical services to San Francisco’s homeless and very low-income families. The agency helps more that 3,000 parents and children each year in their efforts to achieve stability, permanent housing, and employment. Services include crisis intervention, homeless prevention services, emergency shelter, transitional housing, counseling and intensive case management, pre-employment training, enriched infant care and childcare, and permanent housing placement. Address: 995 Market Street, 5th Floor, San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 644-0504 x315 Fax: (415) 644-0514 Email: ldyas@compass-sf.org Web: http://www.compass-sf.org [12 Aug 2007]
Compassion & Choices A nonprofit organization working to improve care and expand choice at the end of life. As a national organization with over 60 chapters and 30,000 members, we help patients and their loved ones face the end of life with calm facts and choices of action during a difficult time. We also aggressively pursue legal reform to promote pain care, put teeth in advance directives and legalize physician aid in dying. Web: http://www.compassionandchoices.org/ [29 Jun 2008]
Compassion Over Killing (COK) A nonprofit animal advocacy organization based in Washington, D.C. Working to end animal abuse since 1995, COK focuses on cruelty to animals in agriculture and promotes vegetarian eating as a way to build a kinder world for all of us, both human and nonhuman. Web: http://www.cok.net/ [22 Nov 2006]
Compassionate Cooks Dedicated to empowering people to make informed food choices and to debunking myths about vegetarianism and animal rights through cooking classes, podcasts, workshops and lectures, articles and essays, and cooking DVDs. Compassionate Cooks gives people the tools and resources they need to prevent disease, optimize their health, and create new habits that benefit the earth and all its inhabitants. Address: POBox 18512, Oakland CA 94619 Voice: (510) 531-2665 Email: info@compassionatecooks.com Web: http://www.compassionatecooks.com/ [10 Feb 2007]
CompassPoint Nonprofit Services A consulting, research, and training organization providing nonprofits with management tools, strategies, and resources to lead change in their communities. With offices in San Francisco and Silicon Valley, we work with community-based nonprofits in executive transition, planning, boards of directors, finance systems and business planning, fundraising, and technology. Address: 731 Market Street, Suite 200, San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 541-9000 Fax: (415) 541-7708 Email: info@compasspoint.org Web: http://www.compasspoint.org [10 Sep 2006]
CompuMentor A nonprofit organization specializing in technology assistance for community-based organizations and schools. Through our consulting practice, we offer technology planning, implementation, and support services. CompuMentor is also the home of TechSoup.org, the technology website for the nonprofit sector. Address: 435 Brannan Street, Suite 100, San Francisco CA 94107 Voice: (415) 633-9300 Fax: (415) 633-9400 Email: realperson@compumentor.org Web: http://www.compumentor.org [29 Jun 2008]
Computer Professionals for Social Responsibility (CPSR) A global organization promoting the responsible use of computer technology. Incorporated in 1983 (following discussions and organizing that began in 1981), CPSR educates policymakers and the public on a wide range of issues. CPSR has incubated numerous projects such as Privaterra, the Public Sphere Project, EPIC (the Electronic Privacy Information Center), the 21st Century Project, the Civil Society Project, and the CFP (Computers, Freedom & Privacy) Conference. Originally founded by U.S. computer scientists, CPSR now has members in 26 countries on six continents. Address: 1370 Mission Sreet, 4th floor, San Francisco CA 94103-2654 Voice: (415) 839-9355 Email: cpsr(a)cpsr.org Web: http://www.cpsr.org [19 May 2007]
Computer Recycling Center (CRC) The largest of its kind in California, and the oldest in the USA, continuously operating full-service collection, reuse, and refurbishment program. Working with businesses and municipalities, CRC's participation in collection and drop-off programs diverts millions of pounds of computer equipment from landfills each year. Reuse of entire units is given highest priority, followed by disassembly for reuse of parts, and finally recycling for the elements of unusable remaining items. Web: http://www.crc.org/ [06 Jan 2007]
ConceptionMedia A full-service digital production company specializing in documentary work. With its own state of the art land and underwater cameras, sound lighting and editing equipment. ConceptionMedia produces the highest quality films for education, television and theatrical release. Web: http://www.conceptionmedia.net [30 Jun 2006]
Conexions: Partnerships for a Sustainable Future A non-profit collaborative organization working towards bringing our region into right relationship with Earth's systems and with each other. We develop and promote win-win solutions for the environment, the economy, and for our social systems through our own programs and by working in collaboration with other organizations and institutions. Address: 1023 Corporation Way, Palo Alto CA 94303 Voice: (650) 938-9300 Email: info@conexions.org Web: http://www.conexions.org/ [18 Feb 2007]
Congregation Sha'ar Zahav A progressive Reform synagogue, established in 1977. We are lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and heterosexual Jews, together with family and friends, both Jewish and non-Jewish. We come from a wide range of religious, ethnic, class and cultural backgrounds to worship God with egalitarian, feminist and gay-positive Jewish liturgy. Services are held at the corner of Dolores Street and 16th Street. Address: 290 Dolores Street (at 16th Street), San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 861-6932 Fax: (415) 861-6081 Email: office@shaarzahav.org Web: http://www.shaarzahav.org/ [15 Dec 2007]
Congress for the New Urbanism (CNU) We work with architects, developers, planners, and others involved in the creation of cities and towns, teaching them how to implement the principles of the New Urbanism. These principles include coherent regional planning, walkable neighborhoods, and attractive, accommodating civic spaces. CNU has over 2,000 members throughout the United States and around the world. We sponsor annual conferences, known as Congresses, for the sharing and discussion of best practices in New Urbanism. Web: http://www.cnu.org/ [10 Sep 2006]
Congress.org Allows users to identify and contact elected leaders in Congress, the White House, and state legislatures. Web: http://www.eactivist.org/ [19 May 2007]
Consortium For Independent Journalism Tackles tough, important stories that the mainstream media either ignored or failed to cover accurately. Editor / publisher Robert Parry broke many of the stories now known as the Iran-contra scandal, including the first stories on contra cocaine smuggling. Web: http://www.consortiumnews.com/ [19 May 2007]
Consumer Action (CA) A non-profit, membership-based organization that was founded in San Francisco in 1971. Since then, Consumer Action has continued to serve consumers nationwide by advancing consumer rights, referring consumers to complaint-handling agencies through our free hotline, publishing educational materials in Chinese, English, Korean, Spanish, Vietnamese and other languages, advocating for consumers in the media and before lawmakers, and comparing prices on credit cards, bank accounts, and long distance services. Address: 221 Main Street, Suite 480, San Francisco CA 94105 Voice: (415) 777-9635 Web: http://www.consumer-action.org [08 Apr 2007]
Consumer Federation of America (CFA) Provides consumers a well-reasoned and articulate voice in decisions that affect their lives. Day in and out, CFA's professional staff gathers facts, analyzes issues, and disseminates information to the public, policymakers, and rest of the consumer movement. Web: http://www.consumerfed.org/ [15 Nov 2008]
Consumer Project on Technology (CPTech) Currently CPTech is focusing on issues concerning the production of and access to knowledge, including medical inventions, information and cultural goods, and other knowledge goods. Much of this work concerns intellectual property policy and practices, but some of it concerns different approaches to the production of knowledge goods, including for example new business models that support creative individuals and communities, and new incentive systems for investments in medical and agricutural inventions, such as those involving prizes and/or competitive Intermediaries. We also do some work on electronic commerce and competition policy. Web: http://www.cptech.org/ [10 May 2008]
Consumers for Dental Choice (CDC) Was established in 1996 by consumer advocates, mercury poisoning victims, scientists and mercury-free dentists, and soon thereafter became a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation. Our purpose is to educate the public about the health and environmental dangers of mercury fillings, and to ensure more effective government oversight on amalgam. Web: http://www.toxicteeth.org/ [18 Jun 2006]
Consumers International A worldwide non-profit federation of consumer organizations, dedicated to the protection and promotion of consumer interests. Strives to promote a fairer society through defending the rights of all consumers, including poor, marginalized and disadvantaged people, by supporting and strengthening member organisations and the consumer movement in general, and by campaigning at the international level for policies which respect consumer concerns. Web: http://www.consumersinternational.org/ [19 May 2007]
Contra Costa Child Care Council An exciting resource for parents, child care providers and advocates seeking child care services and resources in Contra Costa County. The Council provides leadership to advance quality child care and early education. Services include free child care referrals and parent resources; inclusion of children with special needs in child care; child care subsidies for low-income families; provider training and accreditation; child care job bank; public education and advocacy; child nutrition, health and safety. Address: 1035 Detroit Avenue, Suite 200, Concord CA 94518 Voice: (925) 676-5442 Email: Administration@cocokids.org Web: http://www.cocokids.org/ [09 Sep 2007]
Cooperative Community Energy (CCEnergy) A member-owned organization of people like you who want clean, affordable energy for their homes and businesses. CCEnergy provides discounts on renewable energy equipment as well as expert design and project management services. We can handle any size system from a small residential system to megawatt industrial systems. CCEnergy also acts as advocates influencing public policy to promote renewable energy. Address: 534 Fourth Street, Suite C, San Rafael CA 94901-3360 Voice: (877) 228-8700; (415) 457-0215 Fax: (415) 457-0216 Email: info[at]ccenergy.com Web: http://www.ccenergy.com [15 Dec 2007]
Berkeley Copwatch A community based volunteer organization which monitors police activity in Berkeley in an effort to defend the the rights of all people to fair treatment under the law. Copwatch also carries out campaigns and distributes educational material geared at ending institutionalized injustice and police misconduct in our communities. Address: 2022 Blake Street (near Shattuck), Berkeley CA 94704-2604 Voice: (510) 548-0425 Email: berkeleycopwatch@yahoo.com Web: http://www.berkeleycopwatch.org/ [04 Jun 2006]
Oakland Copwatch Address: POBox 72444, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 548-0425 Email: oaklandcopwatch@gmail.com [21 Mar 2009]
The Coral Reef Alliance (CORAL) A member-supported non-profit organization dedicated to keeping coral reefs alive around the world. Works to protect coral reefs (creating coral reef parks and protected areas), educating people, and building active partnerships with divers, snorkelers, the dive tourism industry, scientists, and others. Address: 417 Montgomery Street, Suite 205, San Francisco CA 94104 Voice: (415) 834-0900 Fax: (415) 834-0999 Email: info@coral.org Web: http://www.coralreefalliance.org/ [10 Sep 2006]
Corporate Accountability International A membership organization that protects people by waging and winning campaigns that challenge irresponsible and dangerous corporate actions around the world. Corporate Accountability International and our members have scored major victories that protect people and save lives. For over 25 years, we have forced corporations like Nestlé, General Electric and Philip Morris/Altria to stop abusive practices. Formerly known as Infact. Web: http://www.stopcorporateabuse.org [14 Oct 2005]
Corporate Predators A book by Mokhiber and Weissman on how corporations are tightening their grip on the global political economy. It can be ordered directly from this web site. Web: http://www.corporatepredators.org/ [18 Feb 2007]
Corporateering (the book) In Corporateering, Jamie Court shows how corporations routinely and quietly rob us of our personal freedoms, including privacy, security, the right to legal recourse, and more. In fact, "corporateering" -- the act of prioritizing commercial gain over individual, social, or cultural gain -- is everywhere in our lives. Corporateering offers empowering strategies for counter-corporateering so we can reclaim our private lives, our right to health and safety, and other personal liberties. Web: http://www.corporateering.org/ [09 Sep 2007]
The Corporation (the film) In this complex and highly entertaining documentary, Mark Achbar, co-director of the influential and inventive MANUFACTURING CONSENT: NOAM CHOMSKY AND THE MEDIA, teams up with co-director Jennifer Abbott and writer Joel Bakan to examine the far-reaching repercussions of the corporation’s increasing preeminence. Based on Bakan’s book The Corporation: The Pathological Pursuit of Profit and Power. Web: http://www.thecorporation.com/ [15 Dec 2007]
Corpreform.com Dedicated to exposing the truth about tort reform: That it punishes people to protect profits by limiting the rights of the catastrophically injured to sue those who injured them. Our goal is to show the average citizen that “frivolous lawsuits” are not ruining this country, and that the justice system isn’t broken. Both of those messages come from corporate interests that don’t want to be held accountable for their wrongs. Web: http://www.corpreform.com/ [10 Feb 2008]
CorpWatch Investigates and exposes corporate violations of human rights, environmental crimes, fraud and corruption around the world. We work to foster global justice, independent media activism and democratic control over corporations. Address: 1611 Telegraph Avenue, #702, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 271-8080 Web: http://www.corpwatch.org [08 Apr 2007]
Cottonwood Foundation A charitable, tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to promoting empowerment of people, protection of the environment, and respect for cultural diversity. The foundation focuses its funding on committed, grass roots organizations that rely strongly on volunteer efforts and where foundation support will make a significant difference. Web: http://www.cottonwoodfdn.org/ [15 Dec 2007]
Council for Responsible Genetics (CRG) Fosters public debate about the social, ethical and environmental implications of genetic technologies. Founded in 1983, CRG is a non-profit, non- governmental organization based in Cambridge, Massachusetts. CRG works through the media and concerned citizens to distribute accurate information and represent the public interest on emerging issues in biotechnology. CRG also publishes a bimonthly magazine, GeneWatch, the only publication of its kind in the nation. Web: http://www.gene-watch.org/ [09 Sep 2007]
Council of Churches of Santa Clara County Serves as a catalyst for its members as they act locally to strengthen their ministries, support each other, and provide moral leadership for meaningful social change. Distributes "Ecumemo" (an e-mail newsletter) and "Ecumemo Bulletins" as material warrants. Address: 1710 Moorpark Avenue, San Jose CA 95128-2724 Voice: (408) 297-2660 Web: http://www.councilofchurches-scc.org [15 Nov 2008]
Council of Community Housing Organizations (CCHO) A 24-member organization made up of of faith and community based non-profit affordable housing developers and advocate organizations seeking affordable housing and community development opportunities for homeless and low income San Franciscans. It's member organizations are located in Chinatown, the Tenderloin, South of Market, Mission, Bay View / Hunters Point, Bernal Heights and the Ingleside neighborhoods. They have, over the last 15 years developed and manage some 10,000 permanently affordable housing units including 2,400 single room occupancy hotels rooms. They employ some 1,000 residents in permanent jobs associated with the development, management and maintenance of the affordable housing. CCHO meets monthly on the last Wednesday of the month to plan common actions aimed at effecting public policy to expand affordable housing and needed services and employment opportunities for lower income San Franciscans. Address: 405 Shrader, San Francisco CA 94117 Voice: (415) 666-0314 Fax: (415) 863-2860 Email: sfic98@pacbell.net [22 Feb 2007]
Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) A Muslim civil liberties and advocacy group. CAIR’s vision is to promote justice and mutual understanding. CAIR’s mission is based on 3 core goals – enhancing understanding of Islam, promoting justice and empowering American Muslims. Web: http://www.cair-net.org/ [15 Nov 2008]
Council on Wireless Technology Impacts (CWTI) Citizens and professionals concerned about safe uses of electromagnetic radiation. Address: 936-B Seventh Street #206, Novato CA 94945 Email: info@energyfields.org Web: http://energyfields.org/ [29 Jun 2008]
CounterCorp CounterCorp believes that corporations are inherently anti-social organizations, because they are specifically designed to put the private interests of management and shareholders ahead of the public interest of the community. The organization seeks to dispel the widely held notion that the world must accept human exploitation, environmental destruction, and cultural degradation as the price for the largely illusory "benefits" corporations supposedly provide. Its mission is to document, decrease, and ultimately prevent the corrosive social, political, and economic effects that large corporations have in the U.S. and around the world. Among its programs is the annual CounterCorp Anti-Corporate Film Festival. Address: 2017 Mission Street, #305 (at 16th Street), San Francisco CA 94110 Voice: (415) 282-2486 Fax: (415) 282-2486 (same as voice) Email: info@countercorp.org Web: http://www.countercorp.org [27 Mar 2006]
CounterPULSE Provides support and low cost resources for emerging artists, serving as an incubator space to create socially relevant, diverse, community-based art in San Francisco. CounterPULSE works towards a world that celebrates a diversity of race, class, ability, gender identity & sexual orientation. Address: 1310 Mission Street (at 9th Street), San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 626-2060 Fax: (415) 626-1643 Email: info@counterpulse.org Web: http://www.counterpulse.org/ [18 Feb 2007]
CounterPunch The bi-weekly muckraking newsletter edited by Alexander Cockburn and Jeffrey St. Clair. Twice a month it brings its readers the stories that the corporate press never prints. Muckraking with a radical attitude. Web: http://www.counterpunch.org/ [09 Sep 2007]
Courage Campaign An online organizing network that empowers over 300,000 grassroots and netroots activists to push for progressive change in California. Web: http://www.couragecampaign.org [10 Jan 2009]
Courage to Resist A group of concerned community members, veterans and military families that supports military objectors to illegal war and occupation and the policies of empire. Our People Power strategy weakens the pillars that maintain war and occupation in Iraq, Afghanistan and elsewhere by supporting GI resistance, counter-recruitment and draft resistance, which cuts off the supply of troops. Address: 484 Lakepark Avenue # 41, Oakland CA 94610 Voice: (510) 488-3559 Web: http://www.couragetoresist.org [01 Nov 2007]
Covenant House California Helps homeless and at-risk youth through shelter, food, clothing and assisting them to self sufficiency through employment and educational assistance, counseling, case management and life skills such as anger management, social justice and self advocacy classes. Covenant House California serves youth ages 13-23 and shelters youth 18-23. Address: 200 Harrison Street, Oakland CA 94607 Voice: (510) 379-1010 Email: info@covdove.org Web: http://www.covenanthouseca.org [29 Jun 2008]
COYOTE (Call Off Your Old Tired Ethics) Works for the rights of all sex workers (strippers, phone operators, prostitutes, porn stars, etc.) of all genders and persuasions. Supports programs to assist sex workers in their choice to change their occupation. Works to prevent the scapegoating of sex workers for AIDS and other STDs, and to educate sex workers, their clients and the general public about safe sex. Send SASE for info. Address: POBox 210256, San Francisco CA 94121 Voice: (415) 751-1659 Fax: (415) 751-1659 (same as voice) Email: info@bayswan.org Web: http://www.bayswan.org [17 Aug 2008]
craigslist A San Francisco Bay Area community of people helping each other out with everyday, real world stuff, via the Internet. The intent is to be inclusive, to better humanize and democratize the Internet. A community bulletin board covering finding a job, a sofa, a place to live, or a roommate and so on. Web: http://www.craigslist.org/ [09 Jan 2006]
Craigslist Foundation We produce events and online resources that help emerging nonprofit leaders get established, gain visibility, develop the skills and knowledge required for long-term success, and connect with peers, potential supporters and valuable industry resources We do not fund, consult nor promote individual organizations. Instead, we produce and highlight resources that benefit as many organizations as possible and strengthen civil society as a whole. Address: 60 Spear Street, 9th Floor, San Francisco CA 94105 Email: info@craigslistfoundation.org Web: http://www.craigslistfoundation.org/ [06 Dec 2006]
Creating Economic Opportunities for Women, Inc. (C.E.O. Women) Mission is to create economic opportunities for low-income immigrant and refugee women through teaching English, communications and entrepreneurship skills, so they can establish successful livelihoods. C.E.O. Women then provides women with intensive mentoring, coaching and access to capital needed to start a small business. Address: 405 14th Street, Suite 712 (near 6th Avenue), Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 836-3481 Fax: (510) 836-3473 Email: info@ceowomen.org Web: http://www.ceowomen.org [10 Feb 2008]
Creative Children's Environments (CCE) A non-profit organization dedicated to providing quality children's programming to youth service providers. CCE is about bringing artists who are dedicated to working with youth and youth service providers together to provide school age children with a rich diversity of art-inspired programs. In creating this network, we contribute to the push for education reform and the fight to validate art experiences as the foundation for all learning. CCE aspires to create a market for programming developed by artists and educators that allows the children we serve to share our passion and knowledge. Address: 3829 Clarke Street, Oakland CA 94609 Voice: (510) 332-3157 Email: Bdrayton@creativechildren.org Web: http://www.creativechildren.org [30 Nov 2006]
Creative Life This website provides inspiration, articles, discussion and an international on-line community for people using innovation, compassion and conscience to create a more authentic life and a better world. Has a particular focus on children’s rights and childhood. Web: http://www.creativelife.citymax.com [06 Jan 2008]
Creative Xpressions Publishing and Consulting Books: 'Hemp: Lifeline to the Future' ($15), 'Shattered Lives: Portraits from America's Drug War' ($20), 'Human Rights and the Drug War' ($6), 'Nostradamus and the Attack on NY' ($10) and 'Hemp for Health' ($15) [$3.95 s&h]. Legal services of court-qualified cannabis expert Chris Conrad; seminars on medical marijuana, industrial hemp, drug policy; educational displays; audio tapes. Schedules appearances/ interviews for BACH, FCDA, HRDW and Cannabis Consumers Campaign. Address: POBox 1716, El Cerrito CA 94530 Voice: (510) 215-8326 Email: info@chrisconrad.com Web: http://www.chrisconrad.com [12 Sep 2006]
Creativity Explored A non-profit visual arts center where adults with developmental disabilities create, exhibit and sell artwork. We provide workspace, materials, instruction and exhibition space for more that 125 artists working in our two studios. Our gallery mounts 6 exhibitions a year that feature the art created by the artists of Creativity Explored. Address: 3245 16th Street (between Dolores and Guerrero), San Francisco CA 94103 Voice: (415) 863-2108 Fax: (415) 863-1655 Email: info@creativityexplored.org Web: http://www.creativityexplored.org [10 Sep 2006]
Crisis Support Services of Alameda County (CSS) Offers support to people of all ages and backgrounds during times of crisis. We work to prevent suicide and offer hope during times of hopelessness. We provide direct services to high risk groups like shut-in seniors, youth, the unemployed, and the chronically mentally ill. Founded on the humanistic idea that skilled intervention by nonprofessionals can help people in emotional crisis, CSS is part of an international movement with centers around the world. Address: POBox 3120, Oakland CA 94609 Voice: (800) 309-2131 (crisis line) Web: http://www.crisissupport.org [09 Sep 2007]
Crissy Field Center Offers a wide variety of programs and amenities that connect the diverse population of the Bay Area to urban environmental issues. Our mission is to encourage new generations to become bold leaders for healthy communities, thriving parks, a more environmentally just society. Address: Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy Building 201, Fort Mason, San Francisco CA 94123 Voice: (415) 561-3000 Fax: (415) 561-3003 Email: tellmemore@parksconservancy.org Web: http://www.crissyfield.org [15 Nov 2008]
Critical Mass A fun, radical, spontaneous, and spirited demonstration of bicyclists uniting to challenge the autocentric world by riding together one afternoon each month. The San Francisco ride begins at 5:30 pm on the last Friday of the month at the Embarcadero BART station at the foot of Market Street, and features several hundred riders. The Berkeley ride begins at 5:30 pm on the second Friday of the month at the (downtown) Berkeley BART station at Shattuck and Center Streets. Web: http://www.critical-mass.org/ [19 May 2007]
Critical Resistance Seeks to build an international movement to end the Prison Industrial Complex by challenging the belief that caging and controlling people makes us safe. We believe that basic necessities such as food, shelter, and freedom are what really make our communities secure. As such, our work is part of global struggles against inequality and powerlessness. The success of the movement requires that it reflect communities most affected by the PIC. Because we seek to abolish the PIC, we cannot support any work that extends its life or scope. Address: 1904 Franklin Street, Suite 504, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 444-0484 Fax: (510) 444-2177 Email: crnational@criticalresistance.org Web: http://www.criticalresistance.org [09 Sep 2007]
Crocodyl - Collaborative Research on Corporations Crocodyl is a collaboration sponsored by CorpWatch, the Center for Corporate Policy and the Corporate Research Project. Our aim is to stimulate collaborative research among NGOs, journalists, activists, whistleblowers and academics from both the global South and North in order to develop publicly-available profiles of the world's most powerful corporations. The result is an evolving compendium of critical research, posted to the public domain as an aid to anyone working to hold corporations increasingly accountable. Web: http://www.crocodyl.org/ [02 Feb 2008]
CropChoice.com An information source for American farmers about genetically modified crops, alternatives, management options, and profitability. Cropchoice has news that big companies may not want farmers to hear. Cropchoice provides balance, complementing other news sources and helping American producers make the best planting and management decisions. Web: http://www.cropchoice.com/ [09 Sep 2007]
CrossCut Secure Shredding A progressive shredding company whose ambition is to become fully carbon neutral. We recycle 100% of the material we shred for customers, we run our trucks on bio-diesel, we source from vendors with similar values and we are currently in the market for alternative energy credits/carbon offsets. Address: POBox 737, Hayward CA 94541 Voice: (510) 895-9400 Fax: (510) 895-9408 Email: info@crosscutshredding.com Web: http://www.crosscutshredding.com [09 Mar 2006]
The Crucible A non-profit educational collaboration of arts, industry and community. Offers a wide variety of classes to adults, kids and soon to seniors in: welding, blacksmithing, glass work, foundry work, kinetics, neon, figure sculpture, enameling, machining, jewelry fabrication. An incredible environment of creative energy and sharing, full of (literally) sparks and fire and molten metal. The Crucible is all about making these industrial / art processes part of everyday life for everyone that they can, and creating a vibrant sense of community in the process. Address: 1260 7th Street, Oakland CA 94607 Voice: (510) 444-0919 Fax: (510) 444-0918 Email: info@thecrucible.org Web: http://www.thecrucible.org/ [09 Sep 2007]
Cruise Junkie Your resource page to the other information about the cruise industry, including health and environmental issues. Web: http://www.cruisejunkie.com [08 Apr 2007]
Cultural Restoration Tourism Project (CRTP) Works with local communities to restore culturally important structures, and promoting responsible tourism through "volunteer vacations". Our innovative programs to restore Buddhist temples in Nepal and Mongolia allow people from any background and any skill level to join the local communities in their restoration efforts. Address: 410 Paloma Avenue, Pacifica CA 94044 Voice: (415) 563-7221 Email: mark@crtp.net Web: http://www.crtp.net [09 Sep 2007]
Culture and Animals Foundation (CAF) A nonprofit, cultural organization committed to fostering the growth of intellectual and artistic endeavors united by a positive concern for animals. Explores our relationship with animals through cultural studies, history, and philosophy, and celebrates our unity through poetry, dance, fiction, painting, theater, sculpture, and music. Web: http://www.cultureandanimals.org/ [18 Feb 2007]
Culture Change Demonstrates alternatives to sprawl and petroleum dependence while fighting new road construction. Through independent thinking and cooperative action it is possible to attain bioregionally based economic security that would greatly heal the Earth's and our own wounds. We are not only "concerned" about global climate change; we present a realistic analysis of the so-called techno-fix. Formerly Sustainable Energy Institute / Fossil Fuels Policy Action / Alliance for a Paving Moratorium. Address: POBox 4347, Arcata CA 95518 Voice: (215) 243-3144 Fax: (215) 243-3144 (same as voice) Web: http://www.culturechange.org [16 Aug 2008]
Currie Tech A maker of battery-powered scooters and bicycles and devices to electrically assist standard bicycles. Web: http://currietech.com [09 Sep 2007]
Cycles of Change An East Bay youth bicycle educational program that has a team of ten program directors and eighteen youth interns operating programs at twelve East Bay public schools. Cycles has four main programs: Beginners Training Course, Advanced Field Trips, Bicycle Mechanics and Urban Sustainability. By taking part in all Cycles’ programs, youth gain strong and lasting connections to the living world and the larger community. These connections become a foundation for reshaping the relationships between people and land to make our urban neighborhoods healthy and sustainable. Address: c /o EBAYC, 2025 East 12th Street, Oakland CA 94601 Voice: (510) 595-4625 Email: cyclesofchange@yahoo.com Web: http://www.cyclesofchange.org/ [28 May 2006]
Dahr Jamail's Mideast Dispatches Weary of the overall failure of the US media to accurately report on the realities of the war in Iraq for the Iraqi people and US soldiers, Dahr Jamail went to Iraq to report on the war himself. His dispatches were quickly recognized as an important media resource and he is now writing for the Inter Press Service, Le Monde Diplomatique, and many other outlets. Web: http://www.dahrjamailiraq.com/ [20 Jul 2008]
Daily Acts Our mission is to inspire, educate and activate citizens and leaders to create a healthy, just, reverent world by addressing the root issue of behavior change to unleash human potential. Through becoming the media, highlighting models of eco-design and providing hands-on education, we inspire effective action, activating influential citizens, strengthening leaders and growing community self-reliance. Address: POBox 293, Petaluma CA 94953 Voice: (707) 789-9664 Email: moreinfo@daily-acts.org Web: http://www.daily-acts.org/ [15 Nov 2008]
Daily Acts Committed to reclaiming the richness of all life by providing the inspiration, tools and opportunities which empower and support people to live full lives by embracing and recreating the impact of our individual and collective daily actions as they ripple out into the world. Publishes ripples journal, leads one-day sustainability tours, and promotes simple daily actions to create healthy relations with all that surrounds you. Address: POBox 293, Petaluma CA 94953 Voice: (707) 865-2915 Email: moreinfo@daily-acts.org Web: http://www.daily-acts.org/ [16 Mar 2006]
Dance Monks Thrives on the creation and performance of innovative experimental dance-art that awakens cross-cultural connections and explores the intimate relationship between people and nature. They are committed to working with artists of diverse disciplines, supporting inspired collaberations among fellow creators. Additionally, Dance Monks provides educational outreach to diverse bi-lingual (Spanish/English) communities as well as professional dance training at universities, festivals, and programs. Directors: Mirah Kellc Moriarty and Rodrigo Esteva. Voice: (510) 644-1654 Email: dance_monks@yahoo.com Web: http://www.dancemonks.com [05 Jan 2008]
Dance Theatre of the Gospel Mission is to create inspirational dance productions that reflect real life experiences through kinesthetic storytelling. This energetic and colorful company strives to teach history, concepts, and culture reflected througout Africa and the African Diaspora. This diverse group of dancers share their uniqueness in culture and background while creating movements rooted in African-American church expression. This expression reflects on spiritual journeys, healing, enlightenment, and the pursuit of freedom, while also encouraging it's audience to grow stronger physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. Address: POBox 1846, Richmond CA 94802 Voice: (510) 645-9822 Email: admin@dtgdance.org Web: http://www.dtgdance.org/ [18 Feb 2007]
Darwan Tour & Travel Co. Ltd Offers visas and tours to Iran. Multilingual guides, hotel reservation and nomad tours. Event tours for Christians, Jews, Muslims and Zoroastrians. Web: http://www.darwantour.com [15 Nov 2008]
DataCenter A 31-year-old national progressive non-profit that provides strategic information & research training to communities advocating for dignity, justice & civil rights. We deliver the tools and power of information and knowledge into the hands of people working to make a more equitable and sustainable world. We support grassroots groups to bridge the gap between ideas for solutions and the actual power to engage in the civic process & decision making that affects their lives in order to make social change. Address: 1904 Franklin Street, Suite 900, Oakland CA 94612-2912 Voice: (510) 835-4692 Fax: (510) 835-3017 Email: datacenter@datacenter.org Web: http://www.datacenter.org [28 Mar 2009]
David Hanks Photography David Hanks has photographed hundreds of protests in the Bay Area and around the US. He's done photography for many non-profit organizations, including extensive work with Oakland's organic food movement. His photographs have been displayed at the Museum of the African Diaspora (SF) and the ASUC Art Studio (Berkeley). He's been published in dozens of newspapers, magazines and is featured in the periodicals and websites of many social justice organizations. His photography is also featured in the books, "Globalize Liberation" and "Army of None". Voice: (510) 205-2724 Email: photos@davidhanks.org Web: http://www.davidhanks.org/ [06 Jan 2008]
Davis Peace Coalition A coalition of diverse groups and individuals that support peace and nonviolence. The Davis Peace Coalition seeks foreign and domestic policies guided by a commitment to peace and justice achieved through nonviolent, democratic means. Web: http://www.davispeace.org/ [30 Oct 2006]
Deaf Queer Resource Center (DQRC) A national nonprofit resource and information center for, by and about the Deaf Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Intersex and Questioning communities. This is "the place" to find the most comprehensive and accurate information about this unique community. Web: http://www.deafqueer.org/ [20 Apr 2008]
Death Penalty Focus A non-profit organization dedicated to the abolition of capital punishment through grassroots organizing, research, and the dissemination of information about the death penalty and its alternatives. Address: 870 Market Street, Suite 859, San Francisco CA 94102 Voice: (415) 243-0143 Fax: (415) 243-0994 Email: information@deathpenalty.org Web: http://www.deathpenalty.org/ [10 Sep 2006]
Death with Dignity National Center (DDNC) Works to legalize an individual's right to seek physician assistance as a humane and compassionate end to the dying process. Web: http://www.deathwithdignity.org [17 Feb 2008]
Deer Hill Ranch A nonprofit experiential education center located in Lafayette, California. Serves Bay Area youth, ages 4-18, as well as adults. Also has a special outreach effort to at-risk youth. Utilizing experiential learning techniques and adventure education in the intimate setting of a family ranch, Deer Hill Ranch programs empower participants by building self-esteem, increasing their communication skills, and improving interaction with other people, other living creatures and the earth. Address: 3232 Deer Hill Road, Lafayette CA 94549-3202 Voice: (925) 283-1197 Fax: (925) 283-1184 Email: office@deerhillranch.org Web: http://www.deerhillranch.org [15 Jan 2006]
DefCon An online grassroots movement combating the growing power of the religious right. We will fight for the separation of church and state, individual freedom, scientific progress, pluralism, and tolerance while respecting people of faith and their right to express their beliefs. Web: http://www.defconamerica.org/ [11 Aug 2006]
Defend Science The Defend Science Statement aims to rally broad opposition and resistance to the mounting attacks on science and scientific thinking which are unfolding in the United States. Our basic aim now is to run the Defend Science Statement, signed by scientists, as an ad in major newspapers, reaching millions. Web: http://defendscience.org/ [13 Apr 2006]
Defenders of Wildlife Founded in 1947, Defenders of Wildlife is one of the country’s leaders in science-based, results-oriented wildlife conservation. We stand out in our commitment to saving imperiled wildlife and championing the Endangered Species Act, the landmark law that protects them. Web: http://www.defenders.org/ [20 Jan 2008]
Defending Justice: An Activist Resource Kit An Activist Resource Kit that helps progressive activists understand and resist the Right, the State, and other forces that contribute to the growing system of courts, surveillance, policing, and incarceration. The easy-to-use chapters and factsheets are useful tools to draw upon in leading discussions and talking to the press. Through dialog and thinking together, we can create the best strategies for challenging the criminal justice system. Web: http://www.defendingjustice.org/ [15 Nov 2008]
Defense of Place Goal is to create a principle in the minds of Americans that our protected lands will be protected forever. The need comes from an uncomfortable trend to violate preserved landscapes. Universities, churches, Boy Scout groups, and even environmental organizations are increasingly tempted to sell places they accepted with the promise that they would be saved forever. Years after the donors are long dead, land values go up, and the temptation to cash in takes over. We believe protecting these lands and honoring the promises to do that are more valuable than money. Address: Fort Mason Center, Building D, San Francisco CA 94123 Voice: (415) 928-3774 Fax: (415) 928-4050 Web: http://defenseofplace.rri.org/ [22 Sep 2007]
deleteTheBorder.org Towards a global network of movements against borders. Web: http://www.deletetheborder.org [05 Apr 2009]
The Democracy Center Founded in 1992 to strengthen the advocacy work of nonprofit and community groups in California as well as NGOs in a variety of countries around the world. The Center has provided advocacy training, counseling, strategy planning and other assistance to hundreds of groups and thousands of people working on social and economic justice issues on three continets. The Center has also produced a new comprehensive advocacy guide, 'The Democracy Owners' Manual' from Rutgers University Press. Information on the book as well as free advocacy materials are available at the Center's Web site. Address: POBox 22157, San Francisco CA 94122 Voice: (415) 564-4767 Fax: (978) 383-1269 Email: info@democracyctr.org Web: http://www.democracyctr.org/ [15 Jan 2006]
Democracy Unlimited of Humboldt County (DUHC) Educates citizens about the illegitimate seizure of our authority to govern ourselves. We design and implement grassroots strategies that exercise democratic power over corporations and governments. We seek to create a truly democratic society by provoking a non-violent popular uprising against corporate rule in Humboldt County that can serve as a model for other communities across the United States. Web: http://www.duhc.org/ [22 Sep 2007]
DemocracyInAction We provide a full suite of online organizing tools to help you build awareness and mobilize members and supporters and keep them engaged. Our technology was specifically designed to help organizations engage their members and supporters more efficiently and effectively. Our services are web-based, don't require any technical expertise, and are designed to integrate easily with web publication systems and offline databases. The DemocracyInAction tools have everything you need to create campaigns, send timely alerts and newsletters, get real-time reports and inspire grassroots action. Web: http://www.democracyinaction.org [13 Jul 2006]
Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) Democratic Socialists believe that both the economy and society should be run democratically—to meet public needs, not to make profits for a few. To achieve a more just society, many structures of our government and economy must be radically transformed through greater economic and social democracy so that ordinary Americans can participate in the many decisions that affect our lives. Web: http://www.dsausa.org [19 May 2007]
Democratic World Federalists Seeks to move beyond the obsolescent system of 'sovereign' nation-states whose rulers spend a trillion dollars annually on war preparations but are unable to cope with transnational problems affecting life (e.g. pollution, famine, drugs, population explosion) and liberty (violation of human rights). Goal is a democratic federal system of global government with world citizenship, to deal with those problems facing the world community that nation-states cannot solve by themselves, to be pursued, if possible, through the United Nations. Address: 55 New Montgomery Street, Suite 225 (between Market and Mission), San Francisco CA 94105-3421 Voice: (415) 227-4880 Fax: (415) 227-4880 (same as voice) Email: dwfed@dwfed.org Web: http://www.dwfed.org [10 Sep 2006]
Desert Survivors A group of people who like to explore the American desert wilderness and are committed to its study and protection. Recognizes that this wilderness will not survive unless those who appreciate it are vigilant and act to preserve it. Leads hiking and backpacking trips. Publishes a quarterly journal. Address: POBox 20991, Oakland CA 94620-0991 Voice: (510) 769-1706 Email: bighorn@desert-survivors.org Web: http://www.desert-survivors.org [21 Feb 2008]
Design Action Collective A project of the Inkworks Press collective, intended for expanding the collective's design capabilities, and to begin to provide web and other interactive or "new media" services. Address: 1710 Franklin Street #300, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 452-1912 x204 Fax: (510) 452-0489 Email: info@designaction.org Web: http://www.designaction.org/ [10 Nov 2007]
Destiny Arts (De-Escalation Skills Training Inspiring Nonviolence in Youth) Provides movement-arts education & violence-prevention training for youth ages 3-18. In a multicultural community, youth come together to learn and challenge each other in an atmosphere of love & inspiration. Together Destiny participants build confidence, leadership skills and self-esteem through dance, martial arts, theater, outdoor education, and youth leadership training. Programs teach young people to become violence prevention/arts educators & community activists with skills to promote peaceful solutions to violence. Address: 1000 42nd Street, Oakland CA 94608 Voice: (510) 597-1619 Email: info@destinyarts.org Web: http://www.destinyarts.org/ [15 Nov 2008]
The Development Group for Alternative Policies Assists in the promotion of economic justice across the South, or Third World, by helping to maximize control by poor communities and sectors over their own development in the face of impositions from the North. Founded on the principle of the right to self-determination and on the belief that local knowledge is indispensable to the shaping of sound development policies, programs and projects relevant to local needs and conditions. Web: http://www.developmentgap.org/ [19 May 2007]
Development Services (granthelper.com) Specializes in consulting services and project management for mission-driven community benefit organizations. Address: 6450 Doyle Street, Emeryville CA 94608 Voice: (415) 686-6239 Email: marie@granthelper.com Web: http://www.granthelper.com [21 Sep 2008]
Dharma Publishing Publishes books and art reproductions for adults and children that promote meaningful and compassionate action and support multicultural diversity. Has a special focus on using work as a source of fulfillment. Address: 2910 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley CA 94702 Voice: (510) 548-0270 Fax: (510) 548-2230 Web: http://www.dharmapublishing.com/ [08 Apr 2007]
Diablo Valley Post Carbon Study Group Short Term goals: 1. Educate ourselves about Peak Oil. Try to find the "answers" that work for us as a community (our answers). 2. Connect with other groups, both those working on this exact issue and those who are likely to be interested. Medium-Term: 1. Become a resource for the community, providing information, inspiration, and models of community solutions. Long Term: 1. Become politically active, lobbying local, state and national agencies to make changes that prepare us for a post-carbon world and encourage sustainability. Email: peak_tyler@yahoo.com Web: http://www.relocalize.net/groups/diablo http://www.sfbayoil.org/dpcsg/index.html [18 Feb 2008]
DieOff.org A nice overview of the imminent decline in the rate of petroleum production and its far-reaching consequences. Web: http://www.dieoff.org/ [22 Sep 2007]
Digital Underground Storytelling for Youth (DUSTY) Goal is to begin to bridge the digital divide in West Oakland by providing afterschool and summer instruction in digital story telling. In DUSTY's youth programs, participants work with undergraduate mentors and experienced teachers to create their own digital story. Besides improving writing, they learn to express themselves using sophisticated software including adobe photoshop and premiere. A collaborative between the University of California’s UC Links Program, UC Berkeley’s Graduate School of Education, and the Joseph-Prescott Center for Community Enhancement. Address: Prescott Joseph Center, 920 Peralta Street (near West Oakland between 9th and 10th on Peralta), Oakland CA 94607 Voice: (510) 839-6812 Web: http://oaklanddusty.org/ [11 Apr 2007]
Dinner with Grace (DwG) A collaborative program (secular, non religious) between Grace Cathedral and Episcopal Community Services. It offers home-cooked complete meals to approximately 140 each month who live in SRO (Single Residence Occupancy) Hotels in the Tenderloin district of San Francisco. Volunteers help procure the ingredients, prepare and serve the food twice monthly on Tuesday and Wednesday nights. Voice: (415) 749-6356 Web: http://www.ministriesofgrace.org/dinnerwithgrace [16 May 2009]
Direct Action to Stop the War (DASW) Recently a group of Bay Area activists got together and re-started Direct Action to Stop the War (DASW). Five years ago, on March 20, 2003, DASW organized a massively successful shutdown of the San Francisco financial district, in protest of President Bush’s decision to attack Iraq. Some of the people who were involved in that organizing effort, along with many new people, have come together to organize two mass direct actions on the fifth anniversary of the U.S. invasion of Iraq. Voice: (510) 984-2566 Email: takedirectaction[at]riseup[dot]net Web: http://www.actagainstwar.net [23 Feb 2008]
Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund (DREDF) Does advocacy at local, state, and national levels through policy reform, legal representation, and education. Address: 2212 Sixth Street (between Bancroft and Allston), Berkeley CA 94710 Voice: (510) 644-2555 (voice and TTY) Fax: (510) 841-8645 Email: dredf@dredf.org Web: http://www.dredf.org [15 Jan 2006]
Disinformation Books A compendium of the most important daily news and information links carefully selected from the "noise" that clutters up the web. The site also has a deep archive of opinion and editorial articles featuring original Disinformation interviews and reporting, plus community areas for users to find other users (a/k/a the personals), post comments and chat about the issues presented on the site and other topics of importance to our community. Also offers an excellent selection of progressive DVDs and books for sale. Web: http://www.disinfo.com [27 Feb 2006]
Dissident Voice (DV) An internet newsletter dedicated to challenging the distortions and lies of the corporate press and the privileged classes it serves. The goal of Dissident Voice is to provide hard hitting, thought provoking and even entertaining news and commentaries on politics and culture that can serve as ammunition in struggles for peace and social justice. Web: http://www.dissidentvoice.org/ [06 Jan 2008]
Distributed Learning Workshop A pioneering not-for-profit collaborative organization created to develop a more effective approach to distributed learning and teaching. The Workshop develops exemplary computer-mediated instructional materials that increase the effectiveness of teachers and the achievement of college students. Address: 2116A Berkeley Way, Berkeley CA 94704 Voice: (510) 644-3600 Email: info@dlworkshop.net Web: http://www.dlworkshop.org [15 Jan 2006]
The Diversity Center A community center dedicated to advancing the causes and priorities of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, intersex and questioning (LGBTIQ) individuals and their allies in Santa Cruz County. Address: 1117 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz CA 95061 Voice: (831) 425-5422 Web: http://www.diversitycenter.org [16 Aug 2008]
DiversityWorks Cultivates youth empowerment, challenges attitudes, promotes social change, and affirms diversity. We accomplish our mission through community building, consciousness-raising, skill building, and taking action. In doing so, DiversityWorks creates opportunities for youth to think critically, express themselves, and become leaders in dismantling oppression. Address: 1924 Franklin Street #201, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 763-9300 Fax: (510) 763-9305 Email: mail@diversityworks.org Web: http://www.diversityworks.org [15 Jan 2006]
Doctors Without Borders / Médecins Sans Frontières An independent international medical humanitarian organization that delivers emergency aid to people affected by armed conflict, epidemics, natural or man-made disasters, or exclusion from health care in more than 70 countries. Web: http://www.dwb.org [22 Sep 2007]
Dollars and Sense Publishes economic news and analysis, reports on economic justice activism, primers on economic topics, and critiques of the mainstream media's coverage of the economy. Our readers include professors, students, and activists who value our smart and accessible economic coverage. Web: http://www.dollarsandsense.org/ [19 May 2007]
Don't Buy SFI The timber industry’s Sustainable Forestry Initiative does not protect forests or deliver credible assurances. The SFI condones environmentally harmful practices including large-scale clearcutting and chemical use, logging of old growth and endangered forests, and replacement of forests by ecologically degraded tree plantations. And there’s no guarantee that many products marketed as SFI have any connection to SFI certified forests. Most other forest certification systems also permit destructive logging practices. Web: http://www.DontBuySFI.com [19 May 2007]
Donnelly / Colt Progressive Resources Catalog A family-owned business that has been selling progressive materials by mail for over 25 years. Products include buttons, bumperstickers, t-shirts, posters, postcards, books, videotapes, and calendars. Web: http://www.donnellycolt.com [10 Sep 2006]
Dorothy Day House (Catholic Worker of Berkeley) A Catholic Worker community in Berkeley, California, USA. Seven mornings a week, they serve breakfast in the men's shelter at the Berkeley Veterans Building, and six mornings a week at Trinity Methodist Church, near the University of California at Berkeley, to the poor and homeless members of our community. Address: Catholic Worker of Berkeley, POBox 12701, Berkeley CA 94712 Voice: (510) 466-5553 [06 Aug 2007]
Dove101 A web portal to peace news, sites, and rallies around the USA and the world. Web: http://www.dove101.com/ [18 Feb 2007]
Downing Street Memo A web site all about the 2002 British Government documents that detail how the US government did not believe Iraq was a greater threat than other nations; how intelligence was packaged to sell the case for war to both Congress and the American public; and how the Bush Administration’s public assurances of "war as a last resort" were at odds with their privately stated intentions. Web: http://www.downingstreetmemo.com/ [15 Nov 2008]
Downwinders A research and educational foundation established in 1978 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Downwinders takes its name from the residents living in the prevailing wind pattern surrounding the Nevada Test Site, and who have been constantly exposed to radioactive fallout from America's nuclear testing activities conducted there. Downwinders was founded with two primary goals: (1) To expose the plight of downwind residents whose fallout exposures have caused cancers, leukemia, and other illnesses, and to obtain justice for their injuries. (2) To fight for an immediate end to all nuclear testing at the Nevada Test Site and elsewhere. Web: http://www.downwinders.org/ [19 May 2007]
Dr. Huey P. Newton Foundation A community-based, non-profit research, education, and advocacy center dedicated to fostering progressive social change. By preserving the history of multicultural activism and community self-determination, by educationg the public about this history's continued relevance, and by creating a crucible for practicing ongoing progressive change, guided by the writings and teachings of Huey P. Newton, the Foundation seeks to empower all people, but especially urban youth, to be builders of a true global community. Web: http://www.blackpanther.org [19 May 2007]
DrawBridge: An Arts Program for Homeless Children The mission of DrawBridge is to provide art programs for homeless children in an environment that fosters their sense of childhood joy, creativity, and exuberance. Beyond that we strive to promote the well-being and stability of the family by creating a supportive community. DrawBridge holds art programs in 28 sites throughout the Bay Area - volunteers are always needed! Address: POBox 2698, San Rafael CA 94912 Voice: (415) 444-0930 Fax: (415) 444-0931 Email: Art4Home@sonic.net Web: http://www.drawbridge.org [22 Sep 2007]
DreamCatcher Youth Shelter & Support Center The only emergency shelter ffor youth ages 13 through 18 in Alameda County. It is located in a house in downtown Oakland and provides overnight shelter, laundry, shower, food, clothing, transportation and counseling services to youth who have runaway from home, been thrown out of their homes, or who are living on the streets. All services are free of charge and voluntary. DreamCatcher Youth Shelter is a program of Alameda Family Services. All services are confidential and the Center is legally mandated to contact guardians after the first 24 hours of shelter and no longer than 72 hours. (The address shown here is the mailing address and not the address of the shelter.) Address: 2325 Clement Avenue, Alameda CA 94501 Voice: (510) 522-8363 (information); (800) 379-1114 (to get into a shelter) Email: nstclaire@xanthos.org Web: http://www.xanthos.org [30 Nov 2006]
Drinking Liberally An informal, inclusive progressive social group. Raise your spirits while you raise your glass, and share ideas while you share a pitcher. Drinking Liberally gives like-minded, left-leaning individuals a place to talk politics. You don't need to be a policy expert and this isn't a book club - just come and learn from peers, trade jokes, vent frustration and hang out in an environment where it's not taboo to talk politics. Web: http://livingliberally.org/drinking/ [20 Jul 2008]
Drug Policy Alliance, San Francisco Office (DPA Network) The nation's leading organization working to end the war on drugs. We envision new drug policies based on science, compassion, health and human rights and a just society in which the fears, prejudices and punitive prohibitions of today are no more. Address: 2233 Lombard Street (at Steiner), San Francisco CA 94123 Voice: (415) 921-4987 Fax: (415) 921-1912 Email: sf@drugpolicy.org Web: http://www.drugpolicy.org [05 Apr 2009]
Drug Reform Coalition Network (DRCNet) Calls for an end to drug prohibition (e.g. some form of legalization), and its replacement with some sensible framework in which drugs can be regulated and controlled instead. Founded in 1993 by executive director David Borden, DRCNet has from the beginning called unambiguously for an end to prohibition; we are the largest "full-purpose" national membership organization with a wide range of programs to hold that position. Web: http://www.drcnet.org/ [05 Apr 2009]
Drug Reform Coordination Network (DRCNet) A national and global network working for drug policy reform from a variety of perspectives, including harm reduction, reform of sentencing and forfeiture laws, medicalization of currently schedule I drugs, and promotion of an open debate on drug prohibition. DRCNet opposes the prison-building frenzy and supports rational policies consistent with the principles of peace, justice, freedom, compassion and truth. Each of these has been compromised in the name of the Drug War. Web: http://www.stopthedrugwar.org [22 Sep 2007]
Dumbarton Dialogue Project Working to build collaborative leadership in East Palo Alto, Menlo Park, Palo Alto, and surrounding communities to interface with the Dumbarton-101 Corridor Traffic Impact Mitigation efforts. The project seeks to reduce barriers to effective local participation in public input processes and to strengthen community bonds by bringing together professionally, ethnically, geographically diverse stakeholders with a common interest in enabling our communities to solve regional challenges. Web: http://www.dumbartondialogue.org/ [14 Apr 2007]
E-cycle Environmental Provides companies an easy and safe way to dispose of retired electronics while keeping them in compliance with federal and state laws. E-Cycle Environmental embraces the vision of enabling businesses to deal with their obsolete electronics in an environmentally responsible fashion. The E-Cycle Environmental mission is to eradicate the improper disposal of obsolete electronic equipment from the corporate and institutional sectors in the most ethical, cost effective, and accountable manner. Address: 4096 Piedmont Avenue, Suite 150, Oakland CA 94611 Voice: (510) 839-5000 Fax: (310) 593-4984 Email: email:info@ecycleenvironmental.com Web: http://www.ecycleenvironmental.com [07 Jan 2006]
E. F. Schumacher Society Mission is to promote the building of strong local economies that link people, land, and community. To accomplish this we develop model programs, including local currencies, community land trusts, and micro-lending; host lectures and other educational events; publish papers; and maintain a library to engage scholars and inspire citizen-activists. Web: http://www.schumachersociety.org/ [05 Apr 2009]
Earth Action Network (EAN) A non-profit, environmental / social justice organization dedicated to the prevention of Earth-damaging developments. With EAN, you can subscribe to receive several action letters each month in your mailbox. Your letters are pre-addressed from you to your elected officials, world leaders and other people of influence. All you need to do is sign and send them. This is your chance to spend ONLY a few minutes a month to help preserve this planet for future generations. Web: http://www.earthactionnetwork.org/ [08 Apr 2007]
Earth Films (HAVC) An independent non-profit media project founded in 1998. We use documentary filmmaking, media activism and art to bring diverse, critical perspectives to pressing ecological and social justice issues. Address: POBox 2198, Redway CA 95560 Voice: (707) 923-1121; (415) 820-1635 Email: earthfilms(at)asis.com Web: http://www.havc.org/ [17 Sep 2006]
Earth Island Institute An environmental organization that develops a wide variety of innovative projects for the conservation, preservation, and restoration of the earth. Publishes Earth Island Journal quarterly. Address: 2150 Allston Way, Suite 460, Berkeley CA 94704-1375 Email: johnknox@earthisland.org Web: http://www.earthisland.org [20 May 2009]
Earth Policy Institute Dedicated to providing a vision of what an environmentally sustainable economy — an eco-economy — looks like, as well as a roadmap of how to get from here to there. Web: http://www.earth-policy.org [19 May 2007]
Earth Share of California Gives corporations, government agencies and small businesses an easy and efficient way to care for the environment. Through workplace giving, employers and employees can contribute to Earth Share of California's network of respected environmental organizations to promote healthy, clean and safe communities, both here in California and nationwide. Address: 49 Powell Street, Suite 510, San Francisco CA 94102 Voice: (415) 981-1999; (800) 368-1819 Fax: (415) 981-3773 Email: esca@earthshareca.org Web: http://www.earthshareca.org [19 May 2007]
Earthjustice The non-profit law firm for the environment. For more than a quarter century, Earthjustice has represented hundreds of environmental clients, large and small, without charge. Address: 426 17th Street, 6th Floor, Oakland CA 94612-2820 Voice: (510) 550-6700 Fax: (510) 550-6740 Email: eajus@earthjustice.org Web: http://www.earthjustice.org [16 Apr 2006]
EarthLight: Journal for Ecological and Spiritual Living A journal of sacred ecology addressing the spiritual, psychological, and cultural dimensions of the environmental crisis. This quarterly magazine explores the relationship of nature and religion, science and the sacred, cosmology and community, inspiring and empowering its readers to spirit-led activism for Earth. Address: 111 Fairmount Avenue, Oakland CA 94611 Voice: (510) 451-4926 Email: klauren@earthlight.org Web: http://www.earthlight.org [22 Sep 2007]
EarthRights International (ERI) Combines the power of law and the power of people in defense of human rights and the environment, our Earth rights. Earth rights are those rights that demonstrate the connection between human well-being and a sound environment, and include the right to a healthy environment, the right to speak out and act to protect the environment, and the right to participate in development decisions. ERI's mission is to protect humans and their natural environment from abuses occurring in the name of development. Web: http://www.earthrights.org/ [19 May 2007]
EarthSave Bay Area A local chapter of EarthSave International. Provides monthly guest lectures with vegan buffets and other events in order to promote food choices that are healthy for people and the planet. The events are most often held in the South Bay --- Sunnyvale, Cupertino, San Jose, Santa Clara, Palo Alto and Mountain View. Address: POBox 865, Cupertino CA 95014 Email: bayarea@earthsave.org Web: http://bayarea.earthsave.org [21 May 2006]
EarthSave Foundation Educates on the powerful effects our food choices have on the environment, our health, and all life on Earth, and supports people in moving toward a plant-based diet. Founded by John Robbins, author of Diet for a New America. Web: http://www.earthsave.org [19 May 2007]
East Bay Agency for Children (PediatriCare) Improves health, offers hope, and provides opportunities to children and families. Our programs, located throughout Alameda County, prepare children to succeed in school; assist families through times of crisis; and provide therapeutic support to children who have suffered from abuse and/or neglect. Address: 303 Van Buren Avenue, Oakland CA 94610 Voice: (510) 268-3770 Fax: (510) 268-1073 Web: http://www.ebac.org/ [23 Nov 2006]
East Bay Alliance for a Sustainable Economy (EBASE) An organization that uses public policy and community organizing to build power and raise standards for working families in the East Bay. People who work hard should be able to provide for themselves and their families, but for too many people today, this isn't a reality. Our economy is creating more and more low-wage, no-benefit, dead-end jobs. To change this situation, EBASE builds alliances of labor, community, and faith that give working people a voice on the job, in the community and in government. We pass laws, like living wages. We make sure big economic development projects create good jobs and affordable housing. We stand up against workplace discrimination and exploitation of immigrants and people of color. Address: 1714 Franklin Street, Suite 325, Oakland CA 94612 Voice: (510) 893-7106 Fax: (510) 893-7010 Email: info@workingeastbay.org Web: http://www.workingeastbay.org [29 Oct 2006]
East Bay Animal Advocates (EBAA) A community-based organization in the San Francisco Bay Area. Powered by volunteers, EBAA defends animals harmed in agriculture, entertainment, fashion, science and beyond. Address: POBox 1406, Martinez CA 94553 Voice: (925) 487-4419 Email: info@eastbayanimaladvocates.org Web: http://www.eastbayanimaladvocates.org [06 Jan 2008]
East Bay Atheists Meets each month in the Berkeley main library to discuss atheism and other topical events of interests to atheists. Our collective mission includes local activism when "freethinkers" rights to be free from religion are threatened, or when government promotes religion. Voice: (510) 222-7580 Email: info@eastbayatheists.org Web: http://www.eastbayatheists.org [28 Sep 2007]
East Bay Bicycle Coalition (EBBC) A non-profit, tax-exempt 501(c)3 organization dedicated to promoting bicycling as an everyday means of transportation and recreation. The EBBC safeguards the interest of bicyclists in Alameda and Contra Costa counties. The EBBC works with cities, counties, Caltrans, and other government agencies to improve conditions for cyclists. Membership benefits include the newsletter rideOn, monthly meeting programs, shop discounts, and the opportunity to participate in "hands-on" efforts to improve cycling conditions. Address: POBox 1736, Oakland CA 94604 Voice: (510) 533-7433 Fax: (510) 533-7432 Web: http://www.ebbc.org/ [29 Nov 2008]
East Bay Cohousing (EBCOHO) An umbrella group for a variety of activities and resources related to cohousing, senior cohousing, cooperative housing, ecovillages, and other types of intentional communities. Resources include: 1. Calendar of events such as tours, talks, trainings, conferences. 2. Openings (purchase and rentals) in new and existing communities. 3. Technical assistance to "burning souls," groups, and professionals on group process and facilitation; recruiting members, project development, financing, affordability, green building, consensus-based decision making. Web: http://ebcoho.org [04 Feb 2007]
East Bay Community Law Center (EBCLC) A core value of our society is equal access to justice. The complex nature of the legal system limits equal access, especially for people in poverty and those faced with language and cultural barriers. Well-trained legal advocates should be available to all people, regardless of economic status. To that end, EBCLC provides: * desperately-needed legal services to the low-income community in the areas of housing, welfare, HIV & health, homelessness and economic development; and * hands-on clinical education to law students to make these future lawyers aware of and skilled in addressing the needs of indigent communities. Address: 2921 Adeline Street, Berkeley CA 94703 Voice: (510) 548-4040 Fax: (510) 548-2566 Email: webinquiry@ebclc.org Web: http://www.ebclc.org/ [20 Jul 2008]
East Bay Community Mediation A non-profit, community based mediation program created by the union of Berkeley Dispute Resolution Service and Conciliation Forums of Oakland which have provided people access to mediation and other conflict resolution services since 1983. Offers counseling on options and approaches to resolving a dispute, mediation, large-group conflict facilitation, conflict resolution skills workshops. EBCM cannot and does not offer legal advice nor can we advocate on anyone’s behalf. We do make referrals to appropriate agencies and legal resources. Address: 1968 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley CA 94702-1612 Voice: (510) 548-2377 Fax: (510) 548-4051 Web: http://www.ebcm.org/ [06 Jan 2008]
East Bay Impeach An online group is for people in the East Bay working for impeachment of Bush and Cheney. Web: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/eastbayimpeach [26 Mar 2006]
East Bay Pesticide Alert Does not compromise around health. Advocates NO use of pesticides. Address: 2399 East 14th Street #24, San Leandro CA 94577 Voice: (510) 895-2312 Email: beneficialbug@netzero.net Web: http://www.eastbaypesticidealert.org [06 Jan 2008]
East Bay Sanctuary Covenant (EBSC) Mission is to provide sanctuary-support, protection, and advocacy-to low income and indigent refugees and immigrants. Through its Refugee Rights Program, EBSC provides quality free or low cost legal immigration assistance. EBSC also works to empower and encourage the civic participation of the refugee and immigrant population and to educate local religious communities and the wider public about circumstances that cause refugees to flee their homelands. In EBSC's education programs we involve refugees and immigrants in telling their own story. Address: 2362 Bancroft Way, Berkeley CA 94704 Voice: (510) 540-5296 Fax: (510) 540-5907 Web: http://www.eastbaysanctuary.org [05 Apr 2009]
East Timor and Indonesia Action Network (ETAN) A US-based grassroots organization working in solidarity with the peoples of East Timor and Indonesia. ETAN provides information about, and ways to help, East Timor, which was invaded and subjugated by U.S. ally Indonesia in 1975. East Timor chose independence in August 1999 and was soon destroyed by the Indonesian military. East Timor finally became independent on May 20, 2002. ETAN educates, organizes, and advocates for justice for historic and ongoing crimes against humanity, war crimes, and human rights violations in East Timor and Indonesia. ETAN supports democratic reconstruction of East Timor. ETAN supports restrictions on military assistance to Indonesia in order to support democracy and justice in both countries. Web: http://www.etan.org/ [20 Jul 2008]
EastBay Voice A place where the East Bay LGBT communities may mingle and share with new and old friends alike. Our site serves the diverse and dynamic Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender community with personals, reviews, discussion forums, an LGBT eDirectory, chat rooms, and more. All are welcome to share anything, from your personal views to creating awareness about your business. EastBay Voice is an online community center. As we continue to evolve, you'll find your favorites, such as listing of LGBT events and discussion forums, and new features that showcase our ever-changing world. Web: http://www.eastbayvoice.org/ [06 Jan 2008]
Eating Fresh A publishing and information services company and consulting firm that connects home cooks, professional chefs, restaurateurs, food enthusiasts, and consumers to taste, health, and community benefits of locally grown and raised foods. Through regional cookbooks featuring today's most exciting chefs, online information, newsletters, events, and customized information products, Eating Fresh takes the rising interest in organic agriculture to its next important step: An emphasis on local agriculture and small, independent farmers. By connecting consumers with local growers, pasture-based farmers, retailers, and chefs, Eating Fresh builds local food systems and provides a framework for transforming the way we eat, shop, cook, and relate to food. Web: http://www.eatingfresh.com [10 Sep 2006]
Eco Echo A directory of the forest activist community of Eugene, Oregon. Web: http://www.ecoecho.org/ [15 Jan 2006]
Ecocity Builders A non-profit organization devoted to bringing back bio-diversity to the hearts of cities. Major objectives are: 1. to build ecologically healthy, socially equitable cities, towns, and villages; 2. to cultivate creative solutions to today's environmental and societal problems; and 3. to rebuild our civilization in balance with nature. Speakers are available on ecological city planning, design, and activism. Our latest publication is Ecocities, Rebuilding Cities in Balance with Nature, by Richard Register, New Society Publishers, illustrated second edition, 2006. Ecocity Builders also is the keeper of the International Ecocity Conference Series last held in August, 2002 in Shenzhen, China and soon to be convened in Bangalore, India. Address: POBox 697, Oakland CA 94604 Voice: (510) 444-4508 Fax: (510) 444-4508 (same as voice) Email: ecocity@igc.org kleighmi@flash.net Web: http://www.ecocitybuilders.org [03 Jul 2006]
EcoHaul A socially and environmentally responsible waste removal and disposal company that specializes in recycling and reuse for both residential and commercial customers. EcoHaul serves communities and customers by providing enthusiastic, high quality customer service that is cost effective and efficient. We value and embody creativity, cooperation, environmental awareness, and drastically decreasing waste through total dedication to reuse and recycling. Through creative partnerships with non-profit organizations, charities, schools, and other businesses, as well as with its own resources, EcoHaul lives up to this mission daily. EcoHaul is based in Petaluma, California. Voice: (800) ECOHAUL (800-326-4285) Fax: (707) 763-1898 Email: info@ecohaul.com Web: http://www.ecohaul.com [21 May 2006]
Ecological Building Network A growing and international association of builders, engineers, architects, academics and developers committed to promoting intelligent building methods and materials for a sustainable future. Projects include the publication of inexpensive guides clarifying key topics such as fly ash concrete, and earthen and straw-bale construction; sponsoring conferences and seminars for the exchange of ideas; influencing building codes and standards; and providing technical assistance to non-profits and NGO's working in the developing world. Address: 11 Mark Drive, San Rafael CA 94903 Email: bruce@ecobuildnetwork.org Web: http://www.ecobuildnetwork.org/ [26 May 2007]
Ecological Farming Association Dedicated to the development of ecologically-based food systems, both domestically and throughout the world by educating farmers, the agriculture industry, and other stewards of the land about practical and economically viable techniques of ecological agriculture, informing consumers and policy makers about ecological food production and its connection to the health of people and communities, and promoting alliances between individuals and organizations who share our vision of a transformed global food system. Web: http://www.eco-farm.org/&nbs