Every time you purchase Little Biddee Things™, 15% of the order amount is donated to the nonprofit organization of your choice. Learn about the causes you can support below.
The appearance of nonprofit organizations on this page does not imply an endorsement of or partnership with Biddees by the organization.
American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society (ACS) is a nationwide, community-based
voluntary health organization. With chartered divisions throughout the
country and over 3,400 local offices, the American Cancer Society
(ACS) is committed to fighting cancer through balanced programs of
research, education, patient service, advocacy, and
rehabilitation.
American Red Cross
Since its founding in 1881 by visionary leader Clara Barton, the American Red Cross has been the nation's premier emergency response organization. As part of a worldwide movement that offers neutral humanitarian care to the victims of war, the American Red Cross distinguishes itself by also aiding victims of devastating natural disasters. Over the years, the organization has expanded its services to include community services that help the needy; support and comfort for military members and their families; the collection, processing and distribution of lifesaving blood and blood products; educational programs that promote health and safety; and international relief and development programs.
Autism Society of America
Founded in 1965 by Dr. Bernard Rimland, Dr. Ruth Sullivan and many other parents of children with autism, the Autism Society is the leading source of trusted and reliable information about autism. Through its strong chapter network, the Autism Society has spearheaded numerous pieces of state and local legislation, including the 2006 Combating Autism Act, the first federal autism-specific law. Their information and referral team, program staff, and strong chapter presence serve thousands of families each year who are searching for help in their journey with autism.
Big Brothers Big Sisters
Big Brothers Big Sisters is the oldest, largest and most effective youth mentoring organization in the United States. Their mission is to help children reach their potential through professionally supported, one-to-one relationships with mentors that have a measurable impact on youth. Big Brothers Big Sisters mentors children, ages 6 through 18, in communities across the country - including yours.
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California
Big Brothers Big Sisters focuses on youth who are filled with promise but whose life circumstances make it harder to achieve. Caring one-to-one relationships are professionally supported to achieve positive, measurable impact. Impact that can transform lives, assist families, and strengthen communities. By the power of consistent, caring attention, our mentored youth are more likely to stay in school, improve academically, avoid drug and alcohol abuse, and avoid gang participation than their peers.
DRE Learning Centers
DRE Learning Centers provide their clients with educational, social and psychological family services that foster self-
esteem, human development and community development. Additionally, they strive to develop
their services to do common tasks uncommonly well. DRE will use their skills and knowledge to
enhance the lives of those that are disadvantaged. Their goals focus heavily upon overcoming barriers that prevent children and adults from achieving excellence.
The Friendship Circle of South Bay
To bring happiness and companionship to children with special needs in a way that celebrates, rather than laments, their uniqueness and individuality; To impart renewed strength, comfort and peace of mind to the parents of these special children; To foster the values of altruism, volunteerism and sacifice amoung maturing teenagers; To heighten the community's awareness, sensitivity and sense of responsibility with regard to responding to these vital needs. The underlying creed of the program is that every child is a precious soul worthy of love, laugther, nurturing and connection.
Jewish Learning Initiative on Campus
JLIC places Orthodox Rabbinic couples to serve as Torah educators within the Hillels on college campuses. Now on fifteen campuses in North America, the JLIC educators strive to enhance the learning opportunities and to bolster an infrastructure for Orthodox life to flourish. The educators offer weekly Shiurim and classes, bring guest speakers and events to campus, and make key Orthodox necessities easier to observe and more meaningful. Moreover, JLIC families strive for a more individualized touch. Students grace their Shabbat tables as regular guests, interact with them in informal settings, such as the cafeteria, and learn with them B'Chavruta.
Junior Achievement of San Diego and Imperial County
Junior Achievement of San Diego and Imperial Counties has been educating K - 12 students about entrepreneurship, work readiness, and financial literacy since 1950. They use experiential, hands-on programs to help students understand and master the knowledge and skills they'll need as adults. They are passionate about ensuring that every child has access to the economic and financial knowledge they will need in the future. As part of JA Worldwide™ Junior Achievement brings to San Diego and Imperial Counties the power and resources of the world's largest organization dedicated to preparing our youth for life in a global economy. This year they will engage more than 40,000 students in Junior Achievement programs.
Lift Up America
Lift Up America is a nonprofit humanitarian aid movement that provides hope and opportunities for success to the less fortunate by engaging today’s leaders and partnering with corporations, sports and entertainment, education, media, government, and nonprofit organizations. Through unique events that expand one's worldview, Lift Up America provides life-aid to help support the physical, emotional and personal development of the less fortunate, and challenges them to become ambassadors of compassion to help lift up their own communities and America.
Lubavitcher Yeshiva Academy (LYA)
The Lubavitcher Yeshiva Academy (LYA) is a recognized accredited educational and spiritual institution serving the broad spectrum of the Jewish and Secular community since 1945. LYA is an inclusive Jewish movement, drawing its students and families from the varied Jewish belief movements. At LYA’s attractive Day School facility traditional Jewish teachings are delivered in a child centered environment. Judaic and Secular teachers use classroom and experiential learning techniques with warmth and insight. LYA’s multi-generation approach touches the lives of toddlers through senior citizens. The joy of learning is celebrated at all levels and ages both on site and in the community. LYA’s rabbinical staff provides services and support in times of joy and sorrow out in the community. LYA celebrates the Judaic principle of mitzvos (good deeds) and is affiliated with the Chabad movement.
MADD
The mission of MADD is to stop drunk driving, support the victims of this violent crime and prevent underage drinking. MADD has more than 1,400 trained victim advocates across the country that serve those who have been tragically touched by drunk driving. From its humble beginnings 25 years ago, MADD has evolved into one of the most widely supported and well-liked non-profit organizations in America.
Make-A-Wish Foundation
Since 1980, the Make-A-Wish Foundation® has enriched the lives of children with life-threatening medical conditions through its wish-granting work. A network of nearly 25,000 volunteers enable the Make-A-Wish Foundation to serve children with life-threatening medical conditions. Volunteers serve as wish granters, fundraisers, special events assistants and in numerous other capacities. Since its humble beginnings in 1980, the organization has blossomed into a worldwide phenomenon, reaching more than 174,000 children around the world.
Soldiers' Angels
"May No Soldier Go Unloved," encapsulates the motivation behind Soldiers' Angels. Founded by the mother of two American soldiers, Soldiers' Angels is an international, volunteer-led organization supporting America's men and women in uniform. With over 30 different teams and projects, their nearly 200,000 volunteers assist veterans, wounded and deployed personnel and their families in a variety of unique and effective ways.
Special Olympics
Since 1968, Special Olympics has been bringing one message to the world: people with intellectual disabilities can and will succeed if given the opportunity. Through year-round sports training and competition, Special Olympics empowers individuals with intellectual disabilities in more than 180 countries. Transforming the athlete, Special Olympics sports are a gateway to empowerment, competence, acceptance and joy.
The Global Fund
Since its creation in 2002, the Global Fund has become the main source of finance for programs to fight AIDS, tuberculosis and malaria, with approved funding of US$ 15.6 billion for more than 572 programs in 140 countries. The Global Fund's partnership between governments, civil society, the private sector and affected communities represents a new approach to international health financing. The Global Fund works in close collaboration with other bilateral and multilateral organizations to supplement existing efforts dealing with the three diseases. It provides a quarter of all international financing for AIDS globally, two-thirds for tuberculosis and three quarters for malaria.
The Nature Conservancy
The Nature Conservancy is the the leading conservation organization working around the world to protect ecologically important lands and waters for nature and people. since their founding in 1951, they have protected more than 119 million acres of land and 5,000 miles of rivers worldwide — and they operate more than 100 marine conservation projects globally. The Nature Conservancy works in all 50 states and more than 30 countries — protecting habitats from grasslands to coral reefs, from Australia to Alaska to Zambia. They address threats to conservation involving climate change, fire, fresh water, forests, invasive species, and marine ecosystems.
