20 Amazing Local Non-Profits

Thank you to everyone who volunteered during KZFR's Spring 2015 pledge drive. We could not do it without you!

Much gratitude goes to the 20 awesome local non-profit groups for supporting community radio by answering the phones during the pledge drive! WOW! 20!?! Yes! and we appreciate them all.

The following 6 went above and beyond by staffing multiple shifts - Stonewall, Home at Last Sanctuary, Butte Literacy Council, Chico Natural Foods Co-Op,  Chico Certified Farmers Market and Catalyst!

Stonewall Alliance  - "Stonewall Alliance is committed to cultivating a safe, open, inclusive environment for all members of the gender and sexual minority (GSM)* and ally community. Stonewall Alliance unites, strengthens, and affirms the community through support, resources, education, advocacy, and celebration. We know that too often gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people face discrimination and rejection because of who they love. The Stonewall Alliance Center exists to provide a connection to community in an effort to lessen isolation of, strengthen the spirit of, and give voice to the disenfranchised."

Home at Last Sanctuary - "HALS is home to more than 70 horses, donkeys and mules, plus calves, goats, dogs and cats-all rescues. The animals at HALS receive the best care, feed and vet attention. Quality of life is our main concern. Juan came with an upturned hoof and now has a specially made shoe. The horses, donkeys and mules rely on your kindness to help them."

Butte Literacy Council - "BLC was established in 1989 to support local efforts promoting literacy and enjoyment of reading in Butte County and surrounding areas. Among our purposes are increasing public awareness of available local literacy resources, assisting in identifying areas of literacy needs, directing efforts to improve literacy in the Butte County area, providing referral information about literacy services and instituting programs that assist learners in attaining their literacy goals"

Chico Natural Foods Co-Op - "Chico Natural Foods Cooperative visualizes a food industry where refinement, manipulation, packaging, and synthetic ingredients are kept to a minimum - an industry that cares about the environment and the health of its people."

Chico Certified Farmers Market - "The CCFM provides a unique opportunity for farmers and vendors to sell directly to the consumer by hosting State Certified Farmers’ Markets. Our first Farmers’ Market began in Chico, CA in July of 1980. Our market moved several times before we found our ideal home at our current location in the City of Chico Municipal Parking Lot #1 at 2nd and Wall Streets in Downtown Chico, CA."

Catalyst - "Catalyst is committed to serving the needs of all victims of domestic violence and their children regardless of ethnicity, citizenship, language, religion, physical disabilities, sexual orientation, gender identity or HIV status." 

And the following organizations volunteered as well. We appreciate everyone's efforts! Thank you all!

Brain Injury Coalition - "The BIC is an advocacy and educational organization dedicated to promoting brain injury awareness and creating opportunities for individuals with brain injury, their caregivers, and families.

Butte Environmental Council - "Our mission is to protect and defend the land, air and water of Butte County and the surrounding region."

Butte Humane Society - "We are one of the oldest non-profit agencies in Butte County, California, working since 1911 to bring humanitarian care to dogs, cats and other animals." 

Chico Science Fair - "CSF provide guidance to the Chico Science Fair and ensure the continued availability and vitality of this community-wide celebration of scientific inquiry for the student citizens of Chico, Calif."

Chico Creek Nature Center - "The official information center for Bidwell Park, we are home to a living animal museum and we host camps, field trips, hikes and teacher workshops."

Chico Velo - "Chico Velo offers a wide range of programs that you can get involved in and start the whole family cycling."

Downtown Chico Business Association - "Created in 1975, the DCBA was formed by a small group of downtown business owners recognizing the need to plan for the future of downtown and ensure its economic vitality."

GRUB - "This nonprofit aims to improve the quality of our lives and all life we interact with through locally based, environmental and socially sustainable agriculture, sharing of resources, and experiential learning and services."

Independent Living Services of Northern California - "ILSNC helps community members with disabilities to achieve and/or maintain their optimal level of self-reliance and independence."

North Valley Housing Trust - "The NVHT is a locally generated trust fund targeted to locally identified housing needs in the greater Chico area."

Paradise Grange #490 - "Build Community - Support Local Agriculture - Promote Sustainable Living - Education."

Sherwood Montessori School - "Sherwood Montessori is the effort of a dedicated group of Chico parents who have a combined expertise in education, management, psychology and financial planning to create a public Montessori charter Kindergarten-Eighth grade school."

Torres Shelter - "The Chico Community Shelter Partnership is dedicated to assisting a wide variety of people in their efforts to achieve self-sufficiency and a more stable lifestyle."

Veterans Garden Project - "To provide veterans and their families a "hands on" gardening experience. Encouraging social engagement between veterans and the community as a whole."