The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Santa Cruz

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The goal of this organization is to provide informal arts educational programming and/or instruction but do not grant diplomas or degrees; or which offer services regarding the arts to educational institutions or to public entities involved in education.

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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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The goal of this organization is to influence public policy within the Environment major group area.

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CONNECTING MONTEREY BAY AREA FAITH COMMUNITIES WITH COMMUNITIES IN EL SALVADOR SUPPORTING EDUCATION CLEAN WATER SANITATION

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The goal of this organization is to operate organizations of parents, educators, students, and other citizens who are active in their schools and communities promoting the health, education, and welfare of children.

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The goal of this organization is to produce music not specifically covered by another category including marching bands, jazz groups, chamber music groups, blues, country music, ethnic music (e.g., Brazilian, Celtic, Afro-pop, etc.), folk music, rhythm and blues.

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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 operate associations for male and female students which are chapters of national or international organizations, have secret rites and restricted membership, and may undertake, as a part of their activities, community improvement or charitable projects.

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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 are the organizations concerned with civil society, philanthropy, and the nonprofit sector who seek to promote the practice of charitable giving and voluntarism through a variety of strategies including advocacy, disclosure, information exchange, and research. (rev. 1/05)

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SANTA CRUZ SUNRISE IS A MEMBER CLUB OF ROTARY INTERNATIONAL. THE ROTARY MOTTO, "SERVICE ABOVE SELF" CONVEYS THE HUMANITARIAN SPIRIT OF THE CLUB'S MEMBERS. STRONG FELLOWSHIP AMONG ROTARIANS AND MEANINGFUL COMMUNITY AND INTERNATIONAL SERVICE PROJECTS CHARACTERIZE ROTARY WORLDWIDE. SUNRISE ROTARY PROVIDES AID TO OTHER NONPROFITS, YOUTH ATHLETICS, & HUMANITARIAN PROJECTS IN AND AROUND THE SANTA CRUZ AREA.

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The goal of this organization is to provide a broad range of social services for individuals or families.

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The goal of this organization is to provide services, facilities and programs that support student needs, foster student learning and personal development, create a healthy and diverse community, and enrich student life.

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PROVIDES ANNUAL CONCERT SERIES OF CHAMBER MUSIC BY LIVING COMPOSERS.

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The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people to learn and become competitive in swimming, diving, snorkeling, surfing, water skiing, water polo, boating, white water rafting and other water sports. Coaching, access to a swimming pool or other facilities, sports equipment, and officials for competitions are generally included.

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The goal of this organization is to provide international cultural educational experiences abroad and/or sponsor international cultural events (e.g., touring performing arts troupes) that are designed to increase understanding of other societies through the arts and humanities.

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The goal of this organization is to provide preventive, diagnostic and inpatient, outpatient and residential treatment services as well as transitional support for people who have a physical and/or psychological dependency on alcohol and/or drugs.

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BUILDING SELF-CONFIDENCE AND PROVIDING HEALTHY EXERCISE FOR KIDS AGES 8-14 THROUGH MOUNTAIN BIKING.

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The goal of this organization is the fund-raising entity for a single institution within the Recreation & Sports major group area.

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RESEARCHING AND ADVOCATING FOR HUMAN RIGHTS IN THE DIGITAL AGE