The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Oakland

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IMPACT OFFERS VIOLENCE-PREVENTION PROGRAMS FOR PEOPLE TO EMBODY THEIR OWN POWER, SET EFFECTIVE BOUNDARIES, DEFEND THEIR PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL SAFETY, AND HEAL.

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The goal of this organization is to provide technical assistance, loans, loan guarantees or other forms of management support to help impoverished urban communities create local jobs, sustain local services and build healthier local economies.

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DEDICATED TO HELPING COMMUNITY CATS THROUGH SPAY/NEUTER, TNR, ADOPTION, AND EDUCATION.

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OUR MISSION IS TO BUILD AN ECONOMIC BASE OF SELF-DETERMINATION FOR HIP HOP CULTURE TO ONCE AGAIN PRODUCE, EMPLOY, EDUCATE, AND EMPOWER MARGINALIZED AND HISTORICALLY NEGLECTED VOICES IN OUR COMMUNITY. OUR AIM IS TO RESTORE HIP HOP AS A TOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE AND ADVOCACY, TO PROMOTE EQUITY AND REAL SYSTEMS CHANGE IN THE US AND WORLDWIDE, AND TO HAVE A LOT OF FUN WHILE DOING IT.

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The goal of this organization is to provide technical assistance, venture capital, loans, loan guarantees or other forms of support for individuals or groups who want to establish or expand the operation of a small business enterprise or venture.

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TO PROVIDE SERVICES TO ADULT INDIVIDUALS WHO RESIDE IN THE OAKLAND CALIFORNIA AREA WHO ARE DIAGNOZED WITH INTELECTUAL DEVELOPMENTAL DELAY AND TO ASSIST PEOPLE IN THE PROGRAM IN FINDING MEANINGFUL EMPLOYMENT WHILE EARNING COMPETITIVE WAGES LIKE INDIVIDUALS WHO DO NOT HAVE DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES PERFORMING THE SAME WORK.

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OAKLAND GENESIS PROVIDES AFTERSCHOOL SOCCER PROGRAMMING TO 4 OAKLAND UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT MIDDLE SCHOOLS. OAKLAND GENESIS ALSO PROVIDES COST FREE COMPETITIVE SOCCER PROGRAMMING TO MIDDLE SCHOOL AGED PARTICIPANTS THAT INCLUDE PROFESSIONAL COACHING, COMPETITIVE GAMES, OPTIONAL TRANSPORTATION, ACADEMIC SUPPORT AND MENTORSHIP.

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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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EMPOWERING FRONTLINE YOUTH TO LEAD THE MOVEMENT FOR TRANSFORMATIVE CLIMATE JUSTICE

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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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ALAMEDA COUNTY PARENT'S COUNSEL INC'S SOLE PURPOSE IS TO PROVIDE QUALIFIED INDEPENDENT CONTRACT ATTORNEYS TO REPRESENT PARENTS AND OTHER INTERESTED PARTIES IN DEPENDENCY MATTERS LOCATED IN ALAMEDA COUNTY CA. OUR PANEL OF INDEPENDENT CONTRACT ATTORNEYS PROVIDE LEGAL REPRESENTATION TO THE PARTIES ONCE THE DEPARTMENT OF CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES PROMOTES THEIR MATTER TO A COURT CASE.

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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.

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The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people to satisfy their inner needs and enhance their spiritual growth through organized worship or through other devotional activities under the auspices of one of the group of religious faiths that is based on the teachings of Jesus Christ. Use this code for Christian denominations that are not specified below as well as their ministries, missions or missionary activities; bible camps and schools. (rev. 11/04)

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TO PROMOTE LEGISLATIVE CHANGE THROUGH COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, VOTER MOBILIZATION, AND LOBBYING FOR LEGISTLATION THAT PROVIDES DIGNITY AND OPPORTUNITY FOR COMMUNITIES THAT HISTORICALLY HAVE BEEN EXCLUDED IN POLICY CONSIDERATIONS, INCLUDING DISENFRANCHISED BLACK AND BROWN COMMUNITIES AND OVERLOOKED FAMILIES WITH LOW OR NO INCOMES.

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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.

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The goal of this organization is to operate facilities which house a collection of materials including books, manuscripts, journals, government documents and non-print formats such as paintings, musical recordings, videotapes, films and data files which are organized for access by a targeted population.

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The goal of this organization is to promote artistic expression within a particular ethnic community; work for the preservation and promotion of the traditions, values and lifestyles of different cultural groups; organize activities and events which promote cultural exchange locally or nationally; and encourage understanding and respect for different cultural heritages among the youthful members of the group as well as the mainstream population.

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CENTER FOR FAMILY COUNCELING WAS FOUNDED IN RESPONSE TO THE NEED FOR AN ALTERNATIVE TO INCARCERATION FOR YOUTH WHO ARE INCORRIGIBLE, TRAUANT AND RUNNING AWAY FROM HOME.CFC FILLS THAT NEED WITH A COUNCELING PROGRAM DEVELOPED SOLELY FOR THESE YOUTH AND THEIR FAMILIES.

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DIA BRINGS TOGETHER RESIDENTS, BUSINESSES & OTHER GROUPS TO LEAD STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS, BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, CRIME REDUCTION, BEAUTIFICATION AND COMMUNITY EVENTS IN THE DIMOND.

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The goal of this organization is to operate organizations whose members are graduates of a particular educational institution who provide support for the institution in the form of financial contributions, student recruitment efforts, promotional activities, fund-raising events and continued ties with the academic program.