The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Nevada City

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PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL SERVING K-8TH GRADE STUDENTS THROUGHOUT NEVADA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA.

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THE MUIR CHARTER SCHOOL, A CALIFORNIA PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL, OPERATES TO SERVE THE UNIQUE EDUCATIONAL NEEDS OF THE YOUTH OF THE CALIFORNIA CONSERVATION CORPS, THE LOCAL CONSERVATION CORPS, JOB CORPS AND YOUTHBUILD PROGRAMS.

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KVMR PROVIDES COMMUNITY MEMBERS OPPORTUNITIES TO CONNECT THROUGH THE DEVELOPMENT AND PRODUCTION OF MUSIC, NEWS, AND PUBLIC AFFAIRS PROGRAMS THAT ENTERTAIN, INFORM, AND EDUCATE.

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PROVIDE A CONTINUUM OF CARE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

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INCONCERT SIERRA PRESENTS EXCEPTIONAL CLASSICAL AND CHORAL PERFORMANCES THAT INSPIRE AND ENHANCE THE CULTURAL LIFE IN NEVADA COUNTY - OFFERING A WARM AND INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY AND PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR BOTH YOUNG PEOPLE AND ADULTS.

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TO RESEARCH THE EFFECTIVENESS OF VARIOUS KINDS OF THERAPEUTIC AND EDUCATIONAL APPROACHES TO PSYCHEDELIC ASSISTED THERAPY. IN ORDER TO PROVIDE THE RESEARCH COMPONENTS WE WILL TRAIN PRACTIONERS TO PROVIDE TREATMENT FOR RESEARCH.

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FOREST CHARTER SCHOOL(FCS) IS COMMITTED TO NURTURING THE LOVE OF LEARNING IN ALL STUDENTS THROUGH PARENTAL CHOICE IN EDUCATION. BY CULTIVATING A STAFF OF DEDICATED PERSONNEL, FOREST CHARTER SCHOOL PLEDGES AN ONGOING AND EXPANSIVE ENVIRONMENT OF EDUCATIONAL EXCELLENCE. THE CORNERSTONE OF OUR PERSONALIZED LEARNING PROGRAM IS POSITIVE COLLABORATION ON THE PART OF STUDENTS, PARENTS AND PROFESSIONAL EDUCATORS. THE ULTIMATE MISSION OF FCS IS TO HONOR THE STUDENT'S INDIVIDUAL LEARNING STYLE THROUGH PARENTAL OPTIONS IN THE SELECTION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF EFFECTIVE CURRICULUM TO PREPARE HIM/HER FOR SUCCESS IN THE 21ST CENTURY.

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SYRCL UNITES THE COMMUNITY TO PROTECT AND RESTORE THE YUBA RIVER WATERSHED.

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TO STEWARD DIVERSE LEARNING COMMUNITIES AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS.

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TO FURTHER SPREAD THE TEACHINGS AND IDEALS OF PARAMHANSA YOGANANDA AND HIS DIRECT DISCIPLE, SWAMI KRIYANANDA, AND THE PRACTICAL APPLICATION OF THOSE TEACHINGS AND IDEALS WORLDWIDE, IN ALL AREAS OF HUMAN ENDEAVOR. THIS SHALL BE ACCOMPLISHED THROUGH SUPPORT OF THE ANANDA CHURCHES.

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TO BRING CHAN MEDITATION PRACTICE INTO AS MANY PEOPLES LIVES AS POSSIBLE AND TO HELP PEOPLE TO LIVE A LIFE OF PEACE, LOVE, AND HARMONY AS THEY WALK ALONG THE PATH TOWARD ENLIGHTENMENT.

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THE MISSION OF SIERRA FAMILY MEDICAL CLINIC, INC. (SFMC) IS TO PROVIDE QUALITY INTEGRATED PRIMARY MEDICAL, DENTAL, AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CARE TO ALL PERSONS OF NEVADA AND SIERRA COUNTY AND SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES REGARDLESS OF AGE, SEX, RACE, COLOR, NATIONAL ORIGIN, RELIGION OR DISABILITIES.

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CAMP AUGUSTA'S MISSION IS TO PROVIDE CHILDREN A SAFE, FUN-FILLED EXPERIENCE THAT WILL SERVE AS A CATALYST FOR PERSONAL GROWTH AND AN APPRECIATION OF THE OUTDOORS. WE PROVIDE A SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT GEARED TOWARD EACH CHILD'S NEEDS AND INTERESTS.OUR NURTURING ATMOSPHERE IS ACHIEVED BY LIMITING OUR TOTAL NUMBER OF CAMPERS PER SESSION, INCREASED SUPERVISION, AND A DEDICATED AND CARING STAFF.IN A SMALL, TIGHT, TRUE COMMUNITY SET IN NATURAL SPLENDOR, CAMPERS DEVELOP SELF-CONFIDENCE, INDEPENDENCE, SOCIAL SKILLS (EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE), CREATIVITY, ACTIVITY SKILLS, ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS AND APPRECIATION, FRIENDSHIPS, AND HEALTHY LIVING SKILLS. KIDS ALSO LEARN WHAT MOST MODERN CHILDREN HAVE FORGOTTEN -- HOW TO JUST PLAY AND BE A KID WITHOUT TELEVISION, VIDEO GAMES, THE INTERNET, CANNED GAMES, OR SOCIAL PRESSURE.

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ADVANCE VETERINARY DERMATOLOGY AND INCREASE THE COMPETENCY OF THOSE WHO PRACTICE IN THE FIELD.

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PROVIDES FOR UPKEEP AND OPERATION OF HISTORICAL MUSEUM AND FACILITIES FOR INFORMATION ON LOCAL HISTORY OF NEVADA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA.

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TO FUND RESEARCH IN VETERINARY DERMATOLOGY THAT WILL AID IN THE IDENTIFICATION AND TREATMENT OF SKIN DISEASE IN ANIMALS

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THE COMMUNITY OF WRITERS, ESTABLISHED IN 1969, ASSISTS TALENTED WRITERS WITH DIVERSE CULTURAL PERSPECTIVES TO ACHIEVE THEIR GOALS IN THE GENRES THEY PURSUE. THE COMMUNITY OF WRITERS FLAGSHIP SUMMER WORKSHOPS MEET IN OLYMPIC VALLEY IN THE CALIFORNIA SIERRA NEVADA, AND ARE HIGHLY SELECTIVE, WITH AN AVERAGE OF 40-50% OF APPLICANTS INVITED TO ATTEND. THROUGH THE INTERPLAY OF TALENTED PARTICIPANTS, PUBLISHING PROFESSIONALS AND ESTABLISHED WRITERS IN A COMMUNITY ATMOSPHERE, FICTION WRITERS ARE ASSISTED IN THEIR ARDUOUS JOURNEY FROM WRITER TO AUTHOR, AND POETS ACHIEVE A RESONANT FRAMEWORK FOR THEIR COLLECTED WORDS. IN AN ATMOSPHERE OF CAMARADERIE AND RESPECT, THE COMMUNITY OF WRITERS SEEKS TO CREATE EXCELLENCE AND COMMUNITY. PARTICIPANTS TRAVEL FROM ALL OVER THE COUNTRY, AND THE WORLD, TO ATTEND. THE COMMUNITY OF WRITERS ALSO SERVES THE WEST CALIFORNIA, NEVADA, AND THE TAHOE-TRUCKEE REGION AREA IN PARTICULARAS AN ACTIVE LITERARY AND MEDIA ARTS CENTER, PROVIDING ACCESS TO READINGS, TALKS AND F

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WE ARE COMMITTED TO CARING FOR HOMELESS CATS AND DOGS AND ESTABLISHING A NO KILL COMMUNITY FOR CATS AND DOGS IN MENDOCINO COUNTY, AND EDUCATING THEIR OWNERS AS WELL AS THE GENERAL POPULACE. OUR VOLUNTEERS PROVIDE TEMPORARY SHELTER AND MEDICAL CARE.

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THE SCHOOLS MISSION IS TO PROVIDE STUDENTS WITH A BALANCED EDUCATION OF BODY, FEELING, WILL, AND INTELLECT IN PREPARATION FOR MEETING LIFES DIVERSE CHALLENGES.

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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.