The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Hoover

MISSION:

THE HOOVER AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE PROMOTES ECONOMIC GROWTH OF BUSINESS BY PROVIDING A STRONG SUPPORT SYSTEM WHICH ENCOURAGES BUSINESS AND COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS.

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CONDUCTING AND SUPPORTING HIGH QUALITY AND TIMELY MEDICAL RESEARCH TO IMPROVE THE LIVES OF PATIENTS WITH CHRONIC ILLNESSES.

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THE ASSOCIATION PROMOTES GOLF FOR ITS MEMBERS AND CONDUCTS GOLF CHAMPIONSHIPS FOR ITS MEMBERS AND JUNIOR GOLFERS.

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The goal of this organization are the private foundations that make grants based on charitable endowments. Because of their endowments, they are focused primarily on grantmaking and generally do not actively raise funds or seek public financial support. These are the most common type of private foundation. They are generally endowed, usually from a single individual or family. Private foundations are considered family foundations if relatives or the original donor are still active on the board of trustees or in the operation of the foundation.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO CHRISTIAN MINISTRY ORGANIZATIONS.

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The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people of all ages to learn, become competitive in and enjoy the organized recreational activity, sport or game of their choice. These programs may be offered by local clubs devoted to a particular activity or sport; may provide individual or team coaching assistance or instruction, access to equipment and facilities, and uniforms, if necessary; and may sponsor or make arrangements for athletes to participate in amateur competitions, usually at the local or regional level, and provide officials for games. These events are generally for the enjoyment of the athletes and are not at a high enough competitive level to be considered spectator sports.

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The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people to learn and become competitive in soccer. Coaching, access to a soccer field, soccer equipment, uniforms, and officials for competitions are generally included.

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The goal of this organization is to are responsible for the control and extinction of fires; and the inspection of buildings, hillside property and industrial plants to ensure compliance with fire codes.

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The goal of this organization is to operate institutions outside the formal system of regular schools, colleges, universities and technical/trade schools that provide opportunities for adults to develop basic learning and communication skills, complete their high school education, expand their knowledge in a particular field or discipline or develop skills in a new area of interest.

MISSION:

LEARNING DIFFICULTIES AND ALABAMA. WHILE THERE IS A WEALTH OF LEARNING CENTERS IN THE COMMUNITY, CURRENTLY THERE IS A DEFICIT AND AVAILABLE RESOURCES WHICH SPECIFICALLY ADDRESS NEURO-DEVELOPMENTAL LEARNING DEFICITS (SUCH AS DYSLEXIA). AGC IS A TRANSDISCIPLINARY CENTER STAFFED BY BOTH MEDICAL AND EDUCATIONAL PROFESSIONALS WHO ARE COMMITTED TO EARLY IDENTIFICATION, APPROPRIATE REMEDIATION, ASSISTANCE AND ADVOCACY FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS WHO ARE AFFECTED BY SUCH LEARNING DISABILITIES. ONCE A DISABILITY HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED, PARENTS AND STUDENTS ARE OFFERED EDUCATION REGARDING THE DIAGNOSIS, OPTIONS FOR INTERVENTION AS WELL AS INFORMATION REGARDING APPROPRIATE RESOURCES FOR THE LEARNING CHALLENGES AHEAD. THEY ARE OFFERED A NEURO-DEVELOPMENTAL INTERVENTION THROUGH THE CENTER. AGC ALSO PROVIDES COMMUNITY LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES, PARENT SUPPORT GROUPS AND SIMULATION EXPERIENCES. AGC'S GOAL IS A FULLY EQUIPPED PARENTS AND STUDENTS TO BECOME INFORMED ADVOCATES.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to operate organizations that provide educational programs within the formal educational system or offered as an adjunct to the traditional school curriculum which help students succeed in school and prepare for life. Includes organizations that partner parents, families, schools, business and/or community leaders to broker resources for the benefit of local schools.

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The goal of this organization is to enable students who demonstrate financial need to obtain the financial assistance they require to meet their educational and living expenses while in school.

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PROVIDING FOOD AND DIRECT ASSISTANCE TO CHILDREN IN NEED IN HOOVER, ALABAMA

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The goal of this organization is to maintain cemeteries, or provide burial or funeral services for charitable purposes.

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The goal of this organization is to provide foundation-level learning for children (usually age two through five and four and one half or five respectively) prior to entering the formal school setting.

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The goal of this organization is to help youngsters develop their potential and grow into healthy, educated, responsible and productive adults.

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The goal of this organization is to represent the interests of agricultural producers and rural communities.

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The goal of this organization are the nongovernmental, nonprofit organizations with funds (usually from a single source, such as an individual, family or corporation) and programs managed by its own trustees or directors, established to maintain or aid social, educational, religious or other charitable activities serving the common welfare, primarily through grantmaking.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to operate institutions outside the formal system of regular schools, colleges, universities and technical/trade schools that provide opportunities for adults to develop basic learning and communication skills, complete their high school education, expand their knowledge in a particular field or discipline or develop skills in a new area of interest.

MISSION:

TO KEEP AND ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR THE CITIZENS OF THE VILLAGES OF THIKA KENYA, THROUGH SERVICES, STEWARDSHIP OF RESOURCES, AND SHARED RESPONSIBILITY.