Non-Profit Organizations

Artsplosure's mission is to produce high quality annual festivals that celebrate excellence in the performing and visual arts; to promote and bring recognition to national, regional, and local artists; and to bring artists and the larger community together to improve the quality of life and cultural environment. Artsplosure was conceived in 1978 by subcommittees of the newly formed City of Raleigh Arts Commission who were planning a citywide arts festival that would combine an "explosion" of art activity with people's "exposure" to all types of art. The following year, Artsplosure was incorporated to produce high quality and accessible arts festivals and to identify, nurture, and showcase artists seeking to reach wider audiences. Since its first festival in April 1980, Artsplosure has presented thousands of established and emerging artists whose works span across many disciplines and art forms in both traditional and non-traditional indoor venues and outdoor settings. info@artsplosure.org (919) 832-8699 (919) 832-0890

The Alzheimer's Association website provides information on the symptoms and signs, seven stages, diagnosis, treatment and care of Alzheimer's disease and dementia. Get support from our 24/7 Helpline, message boards and your local Alzheimer's Association Chapter. We also provide updates on Alzheimer's Association programs, partners and events. Our audience includes caregivers; people living with dementia and their families; care professionals and researchers; Alzheimer advocates; and the general public. Alz.org provides general information about Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, and does not take the place of professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. If you have noticed possible symptoms of Alzheimer's disease in yourself or someone else, please see a doctor. Content on our site is written by Alzheimer's Association staff members. It is reviewed by subject matter experts that include physicians, researchers and clinicians. We do not accept or host paid advertising on www.alz.org. The Alzheimer's Association and its website is supported by the generosity of our donors.

Arthritis Foundation - Triangle/Coastal Office - Mid-Atlantic Region The Arthritis Foundation is the only national not-for-profit organization that supports the more than 100 types of arthritis and related conditions. Founded in 1948, with headquarters in Atlanta, the Arthritis Foundation has multiple service points located throughout the country. The Arthritis Foundation is the largest private, not-for-profit contributor to arthritis research in the world, funding more than $380 million in research grants since 1948. The foundation helps people take control of arthritis by providing public health education; pursuing public policy and legislation; and conducting evidence-based programs to improve the quality of life for those living with arthritis.

Our organization was founded in 2005 under the name ME³ (motivate, educate, empower, and engage). ME³ was launched following a two and a half month cross-country road trip during which co-founders Amber Smith and Heather Leah conducted random acts of kindness and volunteered with a variety of causes in over 20 states. Along the journey, they discovered that many they met were very interested in volunteering, but didn’t know how to get started. At the same time, nonprofits had a great and consistent need for more volunteers to help them serve and improve the communities they worked in. This experience inspired the friends to found ME³ to close the gap between those who wanted to help out but didn’t know how, and those causes that needed volunteer help from more people in the community.

Alliance Medical Ministry is a faith-led medical ministry serving the working uninsured in need of affordable health care. Alliance is a registered 501 (c)(3) non-profit charitable corporation that is supported through the generous donations from individuals, corporations, congregations and foundations to serve the working uninsured in our community.Alliance Medical Ministry (AMM) is a faith-led non-profit organization whose mission is to serve working uninsured adults of Wake County in need of affordable health care. AMM opened in January 2003, offering a primary care home to patients by operating on a private practice model. The clinic is open from 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM daily, from 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM on select Saturdays, and provides 24-hour coordination of a patient's medical needs. Comprehensive, on-site services include chronic and acute medical care, health education, laboratory testing, on-site pharmacy and referrals for specialty care. All services are completely bilingual. 98% of AMM patients have an income below 200% of federal poverty guidelines and pay $15 per primary care visit or $25 per acute care visit, with the remaining paying on a sliding scale. Though the patient fees offset the cost of care, charging patients also encourages them to be engaged in improving their health. In 2009, Alliance had over 7,000 patients and conducted 10,179 patient visits. In the first half of 2010, Alliance averaged 1,100 patient visits per month with patient volume up 20% over the prior year.

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. 100 N. Peartree Ln. Raleigh, NC 27610 Office: 919-231-1602 Fax: 919-231-6314 info@triangleredcross.org

Led by Triangle Community Foundation Triangle Gives Back is a regional initiative increasing charitable giving and community engagement in the North Carolina’s Triangle region. TriangleGivesBack.org is the initiative’s dynamic online community where you can: Learn about giving in the Triangle Join a local community of online givers Connect with causes you care about Find ways to give your time, talent, and treasure

Artspace inspires creativity by engaging the community in the visual arts process. Artspace is a dynamic studio environment of established and emerging artists and a center for hands-on arts education and nationally acclaimed exhibitions. Artspace is Raleigh’s visual art center for creation and interaction. 201 E Davie St Raleigh, NC 27601 Website: www.artspacenc.org

The vision of Action for Children North Carolina is that our state will be the best place to be a child and raise a child. The mission of Action for Children North Carolina is to advocate for child well-being by educating and engaging all people across the state to ensure that our children are healthy, safe, well-educated and have every opportunity for success. More of our children have health insurance than at any other time in our state’s history. More parents can work full-time to support their families, knowing their children are in dependable child care. More of our disadvantaged young people are receiving the community-based services they need to flourish. More of our teenagers are safe on the roads, thanks to graduated drivers’ license and cell phone laws.