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BI Charities

Community Charities that Bisque Imports supports

Bisque Imports is proud to be able to support our community and those with special needs through our contributions and involvement with a variety of charitable organizations.

American Red Cross

The American Red Cross (ARC), also known as The American National Red Cross, is a humanitarian organization that provides emergency assistance, disaster relief, and disaster preparedness education in the United States.

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ALS Association

The ALS Association is an American nonprofit organization that raises money for research and patient services, promotes awareness about and advocates in state and federal government on issues related to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.

Learn more about this organization here.

Mothers Without Borders

We focus our work in Zambia, Africa where we partner with and support local organizations, empower women, and care for the most vulnerable children. We provide food, housing, and education for children while also offering adult caregivers literacy and business skills training.

Learn more about this organization here.

Animal Rehabilitators of the Carolinas

ARC is a nonprofit organization that cares for orphaned and injured wildlife in Charlotte and the surrounding counties. We accept animals on a regular basis, directly or by referral from Animal Control, Humane Societies, The Carolina Raptor Center, veterinary offices, and concerned individuals.

Learn more about this organization here.

Catherine's House

Catherine's House serves women and children facing homelessness due to a variety of circumstances such as: domestic violence, un/underemployment, the shortage of affordable housing, unexpected tragedies, and the lack of a support network. Our mission of mercy is to love and empower women and children who are homeless through safe housing and supportive services that build self-sufficiency. We envision a community where everyone has stable and safe housing needed to pursue their dreams.

Learn more about this organization here.

Charlotte Catholic

Our Charlotte Catholic High School community seeks to inspire Christ-filled lives that are nourished by prayer, charity, and the sacraments, as well as committed to social justice and the dignity of all life, always recognizing the pursuit of academics as a revelation of God's truth.

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Charlotte Fire Fighters

We are the unifying voice for all employees with the Charlotte Fire Department at the local, state, and federal level. Our mission is to build a strong union through unifying, protecting and serving our brothers and sisters with dependable guidance, training, education, and representation.

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Empty Bowls

“Empty Bowls” is an international project to fight hunger, personalised by artists and art organisations on a community level. The project expands one group of concerned artists and students at a time, and events take place in many areas in the United States and Canada, often in conjunction with the United Nations sponsored World Food Day. “Empty Bowls” now supports food related charities around the world and has raised millions of dollars to fight against hunger.

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Gaston County Police

The mission of the Gaston County Police Department is to enhance safety and security through police services, which reflect our compassion and concern for the quality of life of all citizens. The organizational philosophy of the Gaston County Police Department toward service delivery and an overall sense of direction can best be summarized in the value statements of the department.

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Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund

The Intrepid Fallen Heroes Fund (IFHF) builds critically-needed centers for treating United States military personnel suffering the effects of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Post-Traumatic Stress (PTS). These injuries have severely impacted the lives of hundreds of thousands of men and women who have served selflessly in defense of our nation. To help address this urgent need, IFHF is building a series of ten specially-designed treatment facilities, called Intrepid Spirit Centers, on military bases across the nation.

Learn more about this organization HERE.

Helping Jerry's Kids

Since 1950, we've spearheaded efforts to transform the lives of people with muscular dystrophy, ALS, and related neuromuscular diseases. We fund groundbreaking research for promising treatments and provide families with the highest quality care from the best doctors in the country.

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Walk to Cure Diabetes : Elyse's Glee Club - Glucose Level Elevation Eliminators

JDRF One Walk has one goal: to create a world without type 1 diabetes (T1D). We know you want to make a cure a reality too—and we can't wait for you to join us! When you participate in your local JDRF One Walk, the money you raise supports life-changing breakthroughs that give hope to everyone impacted by this disease.

Learn more about this organization HERE.

Guardian Angel Service Dogs

Lives changed and lives saved. Guardian Angels Medical Service Dog work through their incredible dogs to make a difference in the lives of those struggling with a variety of disorders including: PTSD, Traumatic Brain Injury, Seizure Disorders, Mobility Issues and more.

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Artists for Humanity

Artists For Humanity (AFH) provides under-resourced teens the keys to self-sufficiency through paid employment in art and design. AFH is built on the philosophy that engagement in the creative process is a powerful force for social change, and that creative entrepreneurship is a productive and life-changing opportunity for young people. Bridging economic, racial, and social divisions, AFH enriches urban communities by introducing young people's creativity to the business community.

Learn more about this organization HERE.

Breast Cancer Research Foundation

We want to put an end to breast cancer. Our goal: No more fear. No more hospital visits. No more side effects or needless suffering. No more loved ones lost to breast cancer. The only way to achieve this goal is through research. Research is revolutionizing our understanding of cancer. Research is leading us to the core of this insidious disease. Research is transforming lives every day as women and men get the help they need.

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New Directions

New Directions provides quality life-changing treatment to substance abusing adolescents, young adults, and their families dealing with emotional, behavioral, or psychiatric needs.

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Good Shepherd's Trust Foundation

Our Mission … To be innovators, educators and adherents of best-practices standards in person-centered care management & fiduciary services to the elderly, the young, and persons living with disabilities.

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Belmont Little League

Belmont Little League has been providing youth sports to the Joliet community (and surroundings) since 1951. The league offers opportunities for children to learn our great pastime and provides enhanced playing opportunities for more advanced players.

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Troy Christian Schools

A TCS education is developing both a strong mind and heart for Christ. Education is more than information; it involves the transformation of the heart. We have identified four key values that we believe strongly will be a compass to guide our students in life and assist in the development of their Christian character.

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Direct Relief

Since 1948, Direct Relief has worked to help people who confront enormous hardship to recover from disasters and improve the quality of their lives. The tradition of direct and targeted assistance, provided in a manner that respects and involves the people served, has been a hallmark of the organization since its founding.

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The North Carolina Community Foundation

Inspire North Carolinians to make lasting and meaningful contributions to their communities. We succeed through a unique statewide network of affiliates that leverages the collective power of local leadership to effect meaningful change throughout North Carolina. We build partnerships to strengthen our state through measurable, sustainable strategies that benefit all citizens.

Learn more about this organization here.

Catholic Charities USA

The United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) works in more than 190 countries and territories to put children first. UNICEF has helped save more children’s lives than any other humanitarian organization by providing health care and immunizations, safe water and sanitation, nutrition, education, emergency relief and more.

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Gastonia Fire Fighters Association

Gaston County has a population of about 190,000 residents. The Association is composed of 26 Fire Departments Volunteer, Paid, Combination, and 2 Forestry Rangers.

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Girls on the Run

With programming available in over 12,000 locations across the nation, Girls on the Run is committed to ensuring that all girls have access to our life-changing programs. Our fun and inclusive lessons meet the unique needs of each girl, no matter her circumstances, ability or background. Girls on the Run believes that all communities should have access to our programs. Learn about how we are promoting a culture of inclusion across the organization.

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Ronald McDonald House Charities

Our network of local Chapters has been helping millions of families with sick children find comfort and support when they need it most. Our programs, tailored to meet the urgent needs of each community, can now be found in more than 64 countries and regions across the globe.

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