The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Branford

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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.

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PROVIDE ADULT PALLIATIVE AND HOSPICE CARE TO PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES.

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The goal of this organization is to preserve and protect endangered land resources from indiscriminate development, destruction or decay and which manage the utilization of renewable and nonrenewable resources to ensure ongoing availability. Included are conservation of the nations forests, rangeland, vegetation, deserts, wild and scenic rivers and other wilderness areas and open land spaces; and reestablishment of areas that have been devastated by destructive activities such as strip mining or other destructive activities.

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AN AMERICAN CENTER FOR HOSPICE EDUCATION, TRAINING AND RESEARCH (SEE SCHEDULE O)THE JOHN D THOMPSON INSTITUTE OF EDUCATION, TRAINING AND RESEARCH, INC. (JDT), A RELATED ENTITY OF THE CONNECTICUT HOSPICE, INC. (CTH) CONTINUED ITS MISSION OF EDUCATION, TRAINING AND RESEARCH FOR THE MEDICAL PROFESSION AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC ABOUT THE "HOSPICE PHILOSOPHY AND PALLIATIVE CARE.

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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 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 LEGACY THEATRE IS A PROFESSIONAL THEATER COMPANY THAT ENHANCES THE CONNECTICUT SHORELINE'S ECONOMY, EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES AND QUALITY OF LIFE THROUGH LIVE THEATER AND RELATED PROGRAMS.

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The goal of this organization is to make available to members and their guests and facilities for recreational activities, sports and games. Also included are social clubs that provide opportunities for people to meet and socialize with their peers at dances, parties, picnics, barbecues and other companionable events; and special interest clubs which enable people to share hobbies or other interests with individuals with those same interests.

MISSION:

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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PROVIDE & FACILITATE QUALITY RESIDENTIAL OPTIONS & LIVING SUPPORT SERVICES TO ENABLE PEOPLE WITH INTELLECTUAL & DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES TO SHARE IN THE WHOLENESS OF COMMUNITY LIFE AS VALUED CITIZENS, MAKE LIFE CHOICES BASED ON THEIR OWN ASPIRATIONS & DEVELOP SELF-ESTEEM

MISSION:

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 MISSION OF THE BCF IS TO CONNECT PEOPLE WHO CARE, WITH CAUSES THAT METTER, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PRESERVING AND PROMOTING THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN THE BRANFORD COMMUNITY, NOW AND FOR GENERATIONS TO COME.

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OWNER OF A GENERAL PARTNER INTEREST OF A LOW-INCOME HOUSING TAX CREDIT REAL ESTATE PROJECT

MISSION:

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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TO MAINTAIN COMMUNITY USE PROPERTY IN THE LANPHIER COVE SECTION OF BRANFORD, CT.

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TO REDUCE HOMELESSNESS BY INCREASING THE SUPPLY OF ATTRACTIVE, AFFORDABLE, WELL MANAGED HOUSING AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS IN BRANFORD, CONNECTICUT.

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CEMETERY OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF BURIAL GROUNDS

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The goal of this organization is to provide access to free or low-cost food products to children, seniors, or indigents by distributing groceries, providing meals, providing facilities for storing food or making available land on which people can grow their own produce.

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THE CENTER PROVIDES ADULT DAYCARE SERVICES AND OTHER THERAPEUTIC SERVICES FOR THE CARE, EDUCATION AND REHABILITATION OF THE FRAIL ELDERLY AND DISABLED ADULT.

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TO PROMOTE LANGUAGE SKILLS AND LITERACY FOR CHILDREN, BEGINNING AT BIRTH, AND TO SUPPORT PARENTS AS THEIR BABIES' FIRST TEACHERS.