The State of California is the most populous state of the United States. Located on the Pacific coast of North America, it is bordered by Oregon, Nevada and Arizona in the United States, and Baja California in Mexico. Its capital is Sacramento. The state's four largest cities are Los Angeles, San Diego, San Jose and San Francisco. California is known for its diverse climate and geography, and ethnically diverse population. The state has 58 counties.
Alta California was first colonized by the Spanish Empire in 1769, and after Mexican independence in 1821, continued as part of Mexico. Following one brief week as the independent California Republic in 1846, and the conclusion of the Mexican-American war in 1848, California was annexed by the United States and was admitted to the Union as the thirty-first state on September 9, 1850.
Ability Counts, Inc. - California Accredited Rehabilitation Facility, a tax exempt non-profit organization. Provides developmentally disabled adults with vocational training.
Bricklayers and Allied Craftworkers (BAC) Local 3 California - Bricklayers,Stonemasons, Tile Layers and Finishers, Restoration Masons and Caulkers, Marble Masons and Finishers, Terrazzo Mechanics and Finishers, and Refractory Bricklayers in Northern California
California Association of Food Banks - Founded to promote collaboration in response to emerging social, economic and legislative challenges impacting hungry people throughout California. Information on hunger and poverty, how to help, and a list of member agencies.
California Association of Human Relations Organizations - Serves as a resource for organizations working to promote civil rights and addresses issues of hate crime, human and group relations issues, and police-community relations.
California Association of Nonprofits - A state-wide nonprofit association offering services and discounts, public policy and advocacy, insurnace, publications, and assistance to nonprofits in California
California Budget Project (CBP) - A nonpartisan, nonprofit organization seeking fiscal reforms to benefit low and moderate income Californians.
California Center for Regional Leadership - An organization which pushs for regional governments and businesses to work together to build environmentally and economically sustainable communities.
California Center for the Book - In association with the Library of Congress, the center promotes the importance of reading, works to improve literacy, and encourages celebration of the book, book arts, and printing.
California Coalition for Rural Housing - Advocates efforts to build and preserve affordable housing in rural areas of the state.
California Consumer Protection Foundation - Administers consumer trust funds and distributes grants to private non-profit and public agencies. Includes information about available trust funds, granting process, and reporting from past grants.
California Council for the Humanities - Focused on strengthening community life by creating, sponsoring and promoting humanities programs for the general public in every region of the state. Includes overview of its history, how to provide support, special programs, and grant guidelines.
The California Historical Artillery Society - Includes an events schedule, history and images page, and a photo gallery.
California Mobile Home Resource and Action Association - Advocacy organizational site for mobile home owners of the state of California. Lists officers and relevant legislation.
California Non-Profit Organizations - Directory of non-profit organizations.
California State Association of Parliamentarians (NAP) - A division of the National Association of Parliamentarians that features officers, unit goals, events, convention information, feedback, and links.
California State Society - Non-profit, non-partisan organization providing opportunities to unite Californians in the nation's capital and to foster good-will for the State of California in Washington, DC. Newsletter, events, and membership information.
Californians for Population Stabilization - Works to formulate and advance policies and programs designed to stabilize the population and immigration of California at a level which will preserve a good quality of life for all Californians.
Cambridge Alumni Of Northern California - Organizing social events for graduates of the fenland University.
Cambridge in Southern California - Aimed at alumni and friends of Cambridge University residing in the Los Angeles, Santa Barbara and San Diego areas.
CDC Information Network - Provides current news affecting California's prisoners and their families. Covers information on how to visit inmates in all state prisons, as well as contact info for all prisons.
Community Food Bank - Distributes food in Fresno, Madera, and Kings Counties. Includes facts about hunger, list of programs, calendar of events, newsletters, and how to help. Part of the America's Second Harvest network.
Friends of Justice - The case of Steven Dale Bell.
Golden State Bonsai Federation - A tax-exempt, educational organization which provides services and activities promoting the art of bonsai throughout California. Includes magazine, education, clubs and organization.
Independent Order of Odd Fellows and Rebekah of California - IOOF - Fraternal organization provides information about activities and programs, list of many California lodges with addresses and meeting times, information on how to join.
League of California Homeowners - Non-profit homeowner advocacy site provides information about home remodeling, real estate transactions, and financing. Resources and membership information.
L.I.F.E. Foundation - Nonprofit org. that refers people to paranormal Investigators in their area.
LINC Housing - Collaborate with local governments, financial institutions and intermediaries build, renovate, and preserve affordable homes for seniors and families throughout California.
Native Sons of the Golden West - Fraternal organization of native Californians who have dedicated themselves to preserving and promoting California history. Features details on the history, local parlors, an events calendar, and photo gallery.
New Life Ministries - Ordering information for seminar tapes, booklets and laminated cards. Our site also includes a free monthly on-line mini study.
Newcomers Club Directory for California - A California directory of social organizations which help integrate new residents into the local community through social events, interest groups and children's activities (i.e. Newcomers Club, Welcome Wagon Club, New Neighbors League)
Next Ten - Promotes long-term California state budget reform, through civic education, dialogue and action.
Oxford University Society of Northern California - Arranging social events for Oxonians.
Project California - Sponspors forums and townhalls meetings for experts, opinion leaders, and everyday Californians to discuss solutions to the challenges facing the state in the coming decades.
Rainforest Action Network - Works to protect the Earth's rainforests and support the rights of their inhabitants through education, grassroots organizing, and non-violent direct action.
RAND California: - Comprehensive statistics on California economics, economy, business, population, demographics, births, deaths, immigration, education, school, schools, crime, rate, rates, environment, welfare, ssi, medi-cal, medicare, social, security,
Real Birds: Birding in California - Includes Rare Bird Alerts within the state and links to birder pages and resources.
Regional Council of Rural Counties - Leading Rural California into the 21st Century. RCRC, California Rural Home Mortgage Finance Authority, Environmental Services JPA, and Government Advocacy.
School Wise Press - Publishers of books for parents about California schools
Second Harvest Food Bank of Santa Clara and San Mateo Counties - Information about the organization and its services and online donation area.
Senior Gleaners - A nonprofit, charitable corporation run by senior (age 50 and over) volunteers to glean surplus foods for the needy members and charitable organizations in northeast California.
Toys for Tots Central California - Marine non-profit organization provides toys for under-privileged children during the holidays. Provides drop off locations for tots program in Central California.
WineDining - Club for wine and food enthusiasts with weekend events at restaurants and wineries. View benefits and membership information.
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