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History Able sailing started at Nepean Sailing Club in the mid 1990’s when enthusiastic sailors with disabilities tried sailing initially on a Tanzer 22 sailboat. The first two Martin 16 sailboats were acquired by Nepean Sailing Club in 1997 and the National Capital Able Sailing Association was incorporated in 1998. In 2003 Nepean Sailing Club and the National Capital Able Sail Association hosted Mobility Cup on the new able sail dock. Nepean Sailing Club acquired a third Martin 16 in 2003 and a fourth in 2005 to meet the growing demand. In 2008 Ontario Sailing lent Nepean Sailing Club a fifth Martin 16. In 2008 two members acquired International 2.4mR sailboats and are currently training for the 2013 Canada Summer Games..

Our status as a division of the National Federation of the Blind, the largest and most influential organization of blind people in the world, provides many benefits. Our members are well informed about the technological, legislative, and societal issues that affect blind people. We also enjoy the resources, support, and expertise of 50,000 blind people who can serve as mentors and role models for our children. And finally, as our children grow up, they, too, have the Federation to belong to. The purpose of the NOPBC is to: create a climate of opportunity for blind children in home and society. provide information and support to parents of blind children. facilitate the sharing of experience and concerns among parents of blind children. develop and expand resources available to parents and their children. help parents of blind children gain understanding and perspective through partnership and contact with blind adults. function as an integral part of the National Federation of the Blind in its ongoing effort to achieve equality and opportunity for all blind persons.

The National Urea Cycle Disorders Foundation was founded in 1990 by a small group of parents of children affected by urea cycle disorders. Since 1990, NUCDF has grown to be the recognized leader in the fight to conquer urea cycle disorders. NUCDF's mission is dedicated to the identification, treatment and cure of these devastating disorders, affecting approximately 1:14,000 births and leading to developmental disability in children. NUCDF's goals are to stimulate and support medical research activities, raise awareness and educate medical personnel on the diagnosis and treatment of UCD, provide information and support to affected families, increase public awareness of existence of urea cycle disorders, and educate legislators on the needs of families affected by these rare disorders.

HealthyWomen is the nation’s leading independent health information source for women. Their platform can be found at www.HealthyWomen.org. For more than 20 years, women have been coming to HealthyWomen for answers to their most pressing and personal health care questions. Through its wide array of online resources, HW provides health information that is original, objective, reviewed by medical experts and reflective of the advances in evidence-based health research. HealthyWomen has a history of providing unbiased and accurate health information. Over the years they have earned the trust of consumers, health care providers, nonprofits, corporate partners and the media. HealthyWomen is widely referenced in print, broadcast and online venues and has been named a top women's health site.

The National ME/FM Action Network addresses issues that affect patients with these illnesses. For example: We spearheaded the drive for clinical definitions and diagnostic and treatment guidelines for ME/CFS and FMS, which were published in peer-reviewed medical journals. Overviews of these Canadian Consensus Documents have be sent to a few thousand doctors across Canada. Both the Consensus Documents and Overviews can be viewed on our website. We have intervened in a number of court case, which affect the patient community as a whole. Revenue Canada implimented our suggestions for revising the Disability Tax Credit form and procedure. We have developed a variety of educational resources for patients. And much more! There is still much more to be done. Please help us help others!

A Disorder of the Corpus Callosum (DCC) is a congenital brain disorder in which the main superhighway of the brain is damaged or missing. Because diagnosis is only possible through neuroimaging (MRI, CT Scan, etc) those with a DCC are often misdiagnosed or underdiagnosed. The NODCC exists to support those affected by a DCC and to educate and advocate regarding DCC so that the painful years of misdiagnosis can be avoided for future families.

To lead and mobilize social change for improved care at the end of life.

To prevent blindness and preserve sight through direct services and programs, education and advocacy.

The Utah Hemophilia Foundation provides support services and education for Utahns with bleeding disorders. Through education, advocacy, and networking, the Utah Hemophilia Foundations encourages people with bleeding disorders to live healthier and more self-sufficient lives.

The mission of the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan is to prevent kidney disease and improve the quality of life for those living with it.

LSSNCA helps refugees, immigrants, children, youth, and underserved families in the Washington, D.C. metro area by providing resettlement and immigration legal services, foster-care and adoption support, housing and workforce programs, and trauma-informed mental-health and community services that promote self-sufficiency and stability.

This website is a fundraising hub for support of The Calgary Highlanders.