Nonprofit Organizations in Halifax

Indigo Girls Group is a registered non-profit organization that is built for cis and trans women and non-binary folx who are comfortable in spaces that centres the experiences of women. Through diverse mediums, we aim to educate and create safe, non-judgmental discussions surrounding current societal themes for self-identifying girls to equip them with tools to become change-makers in life.

Intersectionality is a platform dedicated to supporting minorities and empowering local projects that advocate for the beauty of our varied identities. We stand at the cross point where different social, cultural, and personal identities meet, interact, and enrich each other. Our mission is to acknowledge, understand, and champion the individuality that each person brings to the table. We focus on unity in diversity, building strength in our shared experiences, and embracing the dynamic tapestry of cultures, genders, ethnicities, and beliefs that make up Canada. We're here to create safe spaces, foster conversations, and stimulate action. We believe in the power of local initiatives and we dedicate ourselves to uplifting voices that have often been unheard. Our work is to bring light to stories that matter, and to encourage compassion, understanding, and equality. Here at Intersectionality, we're not just fundraising. We're a community, a movement, a call to action. Join us as we stand for diversity, inclusion, and unity. Because together, we can make a difference. Discover our mission, our projects, our impact and learn how you can contribute to this vital cause. Welcome to Intersectionality - uniting differences, building strength, and embracing diversity. Together, let's share and promote perspectives.

ISCBC is a dynamic action-oriented organization, helping concerned stakeholders work together to stop the spread of invasive species in BC. We lead efforts encouraging people, businesses, government and industry to adopt simple practices that can make a huge impact in preventing the introduction and spread of invasive species.

JDRF is the leading global organization funding type 1 diabetes (T1D) research. JDRF's vision is to achieve a world without T1D and to turn type 1 into type none. We are the largest non-profit funder of T1D research in the world, with a mission to accelerate life-changing breakthroughs to cure, prevent and treat T1D and its complications. When you raise funds for research through local Nova Scotia events like the 2018 #JDRFWalk to Cure Diabetes, it enables us to support the best and brightest scientists in the field. JDRF strives to help people at all ages and stages of the disease to live better, longer, healthier lives. These people are the reason JDRF exists, and remain at the forefront of everything we do. For more information, and to learn all about the latest T1D research developments, self-management tips and advocacy efforts, please see our website at jdrf.ca.

JDRF is the leading organization funding the top research in the world to better treat, prevent and cure type one diabetes (T1D)

Jack.org is Canada's only charity training and empowering young leaders to revolutionize mental health. Through Jack Talks, Jack Chapters, and Jack Summits, young leaders identify and dismantle barriers to positive mental health in their communities. Jack.org is working towards a Canada where all young people understand how to take care of their own mental health and look out for each other. A Canada without shame, where all those who need support get the help they deserve. With thousands of young leaders across every province and territory in Canada, we’re only just getting started.

JA Nova Scotia provides hands-on experiential learning in the classroom and through extra-curricular activities. Programs focus on three educational pillars: financial literacy, workplace readiness, and entrepreneurship. JA recruits volunteers from the business community to collaborate on the delivery of programs, which exposes students to real world business perspectives and ideas. Step into the classroom and help students take steps in the right direction! As a Junior Achievement volunteer, you bring the real world of work to students by facilitating our hands-on, interactive learning experiences. Junior Achievement programs are brought to life with your investment of time and expertise, are fun to deliver, and provide immediate feedback and satisfaction. With school and community support, corporate endorsement and it’s easy to get involved and make a big difference. Show students what it takes to accomplish their goals! The time is right for you to become an active role model in your community. Your commitment could vary from a single school day to hourly visits over the course of several weeks. Choose from a number of programs that match your background, skills and interests. Take your work back to class and let their success be your inspiration! JA of Nova Scotia provides the training, materials and support to make your volunteer experience fun, meaningful and easy to deliver, at no cost to schools or groups.

The Junior League of Halifax is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving the community through effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable. The Junior League of Halifax reaches out to women of all races, religions and national origins who demonstrate an interest in and a commitment to voluntarism.

Providing highly trained Service Dogs to individuals with various disabilities. Our focus is developing our Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Service Dogs. Committed to ethical training and treatment.

A NS based nonprofit that trains and placed medical service dogs to disabled individuals. We are a very small, close knit group. Our main program is training Mobility Dogs for Ehlors-Danlos Syndrome. Our other program places medical service dogs with survivors of sexual violence who have become disabled due to their conditions (ex. PTSD, mobility, brain injury). We are completely volunteer run and always looking to expand out team!

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Karate Nova Scotia is the only body which the Province of Nova Scotia recognizes for Karate.  Our goals are to provide a provincial organization to promote, encourage and stimulate interest in karate in Nova Scotia and celebrate the excellence in all styles of karate affiliated under Karate Nova Scotia.  Participating in karate extends far beyond the self-defense aspect into training for the mind by increasing concentration, focus and determination.  It not only increases fitness but also self confidence, self-awareness and self-esteem.  Participating in karate molds skills which carry over into all other aspects of life.