The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Sherman Oaks

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TO INSPIRE, ENCOURAGE AND TO FACILITATE CHARITABLE GIVING FOR LASTING IMPACT ON THOSE WHO LIVE IN THE SAN FERNANDO VALLEY AND SANTA CLARITA VALLEY

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PRESERVE AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR LOW INCOME RESIDENTS

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The goal of this organization is to produce films, videos and holographic images for a variety of educational, documentary and cultural purposes, and/or promote public appreciation of film and video. Also included are organizations that encourage new, foreign and independent filmmakers through the organization and presentation of film expositions and festivals or which show old or difficult to obtain films in noncommercial facilities.

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The goal of this organization are the organizations whose members are a worldwide group which constitutes a continuation through descent or conversion of the ancient Jewish people; who practice Judaism, a religion that is characterized by a belief in one God and in the mission of Jews to teach the oneness of God as revealed in the Hebrew scriptures. Organizations making reference to Lubavitch, Chabad, Yeshiva, and Torah should also be classified here, but not necessarily those mentioning Israel, Hebrew, and Shalom.

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The goal of this organization are the organizations whose members are followers of the religion of eastern and central Asia that is based on the teachings of Gautama Buddha which stress that suffering is inherent in life and that one can achieve nirvana (release from suffering) through mental and moral self-purification. Includes Zen.

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The goal of this organization is to support and fund raise for a single institution within the Education major group.

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CLINICAL RESEARCH OF ORTHOPEDIC KNEE SURGERY. PRESENTATION OF FINDINGS TO PUBLIC AND MEDICAL AUDIENCES.

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TO PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL THEATRE AND VIDEO PROGRAMS TO K-12 SCHOOLS AND COLLEGE STUDENTS.

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TO PAY FOR SCHOLARSHIPS TREATMENTS AND OTHER SUPPORT SERVICES TO THOSE IN NEED

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The goal of this organization is to provide philanthropy, voluntarism and grantmaking services where the major purpose is unclear enough that a more specific code cannot be accurately assigned.

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The goal of this organization are the organizations like chambers of commerce, business leagues and commercial trade associations whose members are businessmen and women and merchants who have affiliated for the purpose of promoting the general commercial interests of the community or the interests of their own trade. [Many of these are found in section 501(c)(6) business leagues; and 501(c)(6) chambers of commerce.]

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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 raise and distribute funds for multiple organizations within the Arts, Culture, and Humanities major group area.

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The goal of this organization is to promote or provide access to a variety of visual arts, including organizations that focus on an art form in a specific medium such as stained glass or textiles.

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FUNDAMENTALLY REFORMING STUDENT DEBT AND HIGHER EDUCATION LOAN POLICIES

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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 PURPOSE OF THE L A SHERIFF RESERVE ASSOCIATION IS TO ORGANIZE AND CONDUCT FUND RAISING EFFORTS TO DIRECTLY SUPPORT THE L A COUNTY RESERVE FORCES BUREAU INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO PROGRAMS FOR PUBLIC SAFETY AND THE DETERRENCE OF CRIME.

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The goal of this organization is to provide equipment, services or other forms of support which are supplemental to the treatment or rehabilitation of people who have illnesses, injuries or disabilities; or which are instrumental in the prevention of illnesses, injuries or disabilities prior to their occurrence.

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PROMOTING FRIENDSHIP, TRADE AND INVESTMENT BY SUPPORTING ECONOMIC GROWTH BETWEEN THE UNITED STATES AND THE UNITED KINGDOM.

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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.