Born Free Foundation
United KingdomAnimals/Wildlife
From small beginnings, the Born Free Foundation has grown into a global force for wildlife. But a personal passion for wild animals and desire for positive change remain at our heart. Described by The Times as 'Big enough to make a difference, but small enough to care,' Born Free is not a big anonymous organisation, but a family of like-minded people who share the same goals. Our work to prevent individual animal suffering, protect threatened species and keep wildlife in the wild sets us apart from the rest. Learn more about Born Free history here. Born Free never forgets the individual. Every animal counts. Our emergency teams rescue vulnerable animals from appalling lives of misery in tiny cages and give them lifetime care at spacious sanctuaries. Born Free saves orphaned big cats, great apes and elephants and provides their food and care.
Born Free USA
United StatesAnimals/Wildlife
Born Free USA and respected animal advocacy group, the Animal Protection Institute, joined forces in December 2007 to form a united front for captive and wild animals in the US and worldwide. Born Free USA is the US not-for-profit partner of the UK-based Born Free Foundation, founded by the stars of the film Born Free (the true story of Elsa the lioness), Virginia McKenna and her late husband Bill Travers. The Born Free Foundation is today a highly respected, dynamic presence in Europe, Africa, Asia and other parts of the world where its instantly recognizable logo stands for justice and compassion for all wild animals in need. Born Free USA was established in 2002 to bring that message and vision to caring people throughout the Americas.
Bosler Humane Society
United StatesAnimals/Wildlife
The Bosler Humane Society was founded in 1978 to protect and care for abused and abandoned animals. We receive no federal or state support. All animals are spayed or neutered before placement.
Boston Athenaeum
United StatesArts/Culture
THE BOSTON ATHENEUM, one of the oldest and most distinguished independent libraries in the United States, was founded in 1807 by members of the Anthology Society, a group of fourteen Boston gentlemen who had joined together in 1805 to edit The Monthly Anthology and Boston Review. Today its collections comprise over half a million volumes, with particular strengths in Boston history, New England state and local history, biography, English and American literature, and the fine and decorative arts. The Athenæum supports a dynamic art gallery, and sponsors a lively variety of events such as lectures and concerts. It also serves as a stimulating center for discussions among scholars, bibliophiles, and a variety of community interest groups.
Boston Ballet
United StatesArts/Culture
Boston Ballet, founded in 1963 by E. Virginia Williams, was the first professional repertory ballet company in New England. Today, the Company is one of the major ballet companies in North America and among the top companies in the world. Current Artistic Director Mikko Nissinen was selected to lead Boston Ballet in September 2001. Under his exceptional artistic direction, Boston Ballet maintains an internationally acclaimed repertoire of classical, neo-classical and contemporary works, ranging from full-length story ballets to masterworks by George Balanchine, to new works and world premieres by some of today's finest contemporary choreographers.
Boston Children's Museum
United StatesArts/Culture
Today, after 90 years, Boston Children's Museum exists to help children understand and enjoy the world in which they live. As an early museum experience for children, our environment is informal, but our purpose is serious. We want children to grow up feeling secure and self-confident with respect for others and the natural world. We encourage imagination, curiosity, questioning, and realism. We provide opportunities for new insights, involvement with the world and understanding of human differences with world-class exhibits and programs.
Boston College
United StatesChildren/Education
Boston College commits itself to the highest standards of teaching and research in undergraduate, graduate and professional programs and to the pursuit of a just society through its own accomplishments, the work of its faculty and staff, and the achievements of its graduates. We are one of the oldest Jesuit, Catholic universities in the United States. The University has made a major commitment to academic excellence. It is in the process of adding faculty positions, expanding faculty and graduate research, increasing student financial aid, and widening opportunities in key undergraduate programs, such as foreign study, internships, community service, and personal formation. Boston College has experienced tremendous growth in recent years, including a 75 percent increase in undergraduate applications over the past decade. During the same period, a remarkable increase in revenue from voluntary giving has helped to move the University's endowment to approximately $1.4 billion, among the 40 largest in the nation.
Boston Symphony Orchestra
United StatesArts/Culture
The first Boston Symphony concert, in the Old Boston Music Hall, was performed under the direction of Georg Henschel. Symphony Hall, one of the world's most highly regarded concert halls, was inaugurated on October 15, 1900. Today the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Inc., presents more than 250 concerts annually. It is an ensemble that has richly fulfilled Henry Lee Higginson's vision of a great and permanent orchestra in Boston.
Boston University
United StatesChildren/Education
Boston University is a private urban research university, established in 1869, offering a breadth of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs through its 17 Schools and Colleges and more than 250 fields of study. What sets Boston University apart as a research university is the breadth and depth of its research and the uniquely entrepreneurial spirit of its faculty. Researchers at BU aren’t afraid to cross disciplinary boundaries, as can be seen by strategic efforts to support interdisciplinary research and education in neuroscience, religion and world affairs, integrative biology, clean energy, sustainability and the environment, health care delivery, and global health, to name a few. In each case, the emphasis is not on interdisciplinarity for its own sake, but on using a multifaceted approach to solve the important and complex problems facing society today.
Botanic Gardens Conservation International Limited
United KingdomEnvironment
BGCI was established in 1987 as a small secretariat under the auspices of the World Conservation Union (IUCN). BGCI is now the leading international organisation working to save the world's imperilled flora.BGCI represents over 700 members - mostly botanic gardens - in 118 countries. BGCI is an international organisation that exists to ensure the world-wide conservation of threatened plants, the continued existence of which are intrinsically linked to global issues including poverty, human well-being and climate change.
Both Ends
NetherlandsEnvironment
Both ENDS supports organisations in developing countries to fight poverty and to work towards sustainable environmental management. We have a three-pronged approach, consisting of direct support via the service desk, strategic cooperation and policy development. Since 1986, Both ENDS has supported many hundreds of environmental organisations in Africa, Asia, Latin America and countries in Central- and Eastern Europe by finding funding for their projects, creating networks at home and abroad, collecting relevant information, creating a dialogue with policy makers and the corporate world on a local, national and international level.
Bothar
IrelandResearch/Dev
Bóthar establishes families in micro-farming units by giving them the living gift of a farm animal. However, this gift is given as the last stage of a long and important process. Bóthar works through local community groups these groups vary immensely in size and form. These groups vary from being church groups to a group of neighbours who have come together to support each other and seek solutions to common problems that they all face. Together with our project partners, Bóthar ensures that all families are equipped with the knowledge and skills to manage the animal. The majority of farmers that receive Bóthar animals are illiterate, and unfamiliar with a classroom situation, so training is done in groups using picture cards, demonstrations and stories to aid in explanation.
Botshabelo
South AfricaCommunity/Family
Botshabelo is based in Midrand, South Africa and is situated on the 20 acre property of iKya, where the Childrens Home, Teacher Training Facillity and offices are located. This base serves as the center of excellence providing critical support and resources for our work into the community of Olievenhoutbosch, Centurion. Our Home Based Care team works in collaboration with the community and local clinic in providing and advocating for quality health care. Our Early Childhood Development Progamme aims at providing children with a safe environment and a solid foundation for further education.
Boulder County AIDS Project
United StatesHealth/Medical
Boulder County AIDS Project (BCAP) serves men, women and children who are HIV positive living in Boulder, Broomfield, Clear Creek and Gilpin Counties. All care services are free, confidential and offered within a non-judgmental environment. Care services include case management, access to medical care, financial assistance, food bank, volunteer support, support groups, and pro bono professional support services. BCAP is a welcoming place. We celebrate and value each person entering our doors for services regardless of age, race, culture, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, lifestyle, background, religion, ability, or income.
Boulder Shelter for the Homeless
United StatesAnimals/Wildlife
The Boulder Shelter for the Homeless is not run by the City or County of Boulder but is a private nonprofit corporation. The Shelter has always been for and of the local community, and still relies on the support of women and men who refuse to stand idly by while others suffer through bitterly cold nights for lack of housing. Winter Sheltering services are available from October 15 through April 30 for any adult in need. Dinner and breakfast, a safe place to sleep, storage space for personal belongings, phone and mail service, access to showers and laundry facilities, and meetings with case managers are all provided free of charge.
Boundless Playgrounds
United StatesDisability
Since 1997, Boundless Playgrounds has been the leading national nonprofit developer of nearly 200 truly inclusive playgrounds in 31 states and Canada. There are currently over 100 projects under development. Hundreds of thousands of children, parents, grandparents, other caregivers, military veterans and their family members with a disability or limited mobility impairment can freely navigate a Boundless playground.
Bowdoin College
United StatesChildren/Education
Bowdoin is an independent, nonsectarian, coeducational residential, undergraduate liberal arts institution founded in 1794. It is located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of 21,000 on the Maine coast. Study at Bowdoin leads to a bachelor of arts degree in one of over 40 departmental and interdisciplinary majors. Bowdoin enrolls approximately 1,710 students from across the country and around the world. More than 120 buildings are a part of the approximately 215-acre Bowdoin campus. With 33 academic departments, cutting-edge interdisciplinary programs, a flexible curriculum, and lots of opportunity for research, fieldwork, and creativity, a Bowdoin education is highly personal. Over 60 percent of students complete independent studies, working one-on-one with faculty on topics they co-design.
Bowel Cancer UK
United KingdomCommunity/Family
Bowel Cancer UK helps to increase knowledge and understanding of the symptoms and prevention of bowel cancer through awareness campaigns. We also work in partnership with healthcare professionals to provide education about bowel cancer. The charity has close links with many colorectal cancer clinicians, oncologists, surgeons and nurse specialists, amongst others. We campaign for improved choice and equal access to bowel cancer treatment, services and best care. We provide information, support and advice for those affected by bowel cancer, including patients, their carers and families. Our information is also available to nurses and GPs, as well as to other healthcare professionals.
Boy Scouts of America
United StatesChildren/Education
The Boy Scouts of America (BSA) is one of the nation's largest and most prominent values-based youth development organizations. The BSA provides a program for young people that builds character, trains them in the responsibilities of participating citizenship, and develops personal fitness.The Boy Scouts of America believes – and, through nearly a century of experience, knows – that helping youth is a key to building a more conscientious, responsible, and productive society. For nearly a century, the BSA has helped build the future leaders of this country by combining educational activities and lifelong values with fun.
Boys & Girls Clubs of America
United StatesChildren/Education
Boys & Girls Clubs of America had its beginnings in 1860 with several women in Hartford, Conn. Believing that boys who roamed the streets should have a positive alternative, they organized the first Club. A cause was born. Boys & Girls Clubs of America believes that character development, the basic building block in personal development, should be an integral aspect of every Club program and activity. In support of this conviction, Aaron Fahringer, a regional director for the west coast in the 1950s, scripted the Boys & Girls Club Code as part of the celebration of the golden anniversary of the Movement. The code was adopted as official by the National Council in 1955, and was used extensively in the 50s and 60s. The Code is still displayed in many Clubs today.