The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Norwalk

MISSION:

BECOME THE PARTNER-IN-HEALTH FOR THE PEOPLE THROUGHOUT THE CORE REGIONS OF WESTERN CONNECTICUT AND THE HUDSON VALLEY OF NEW YORK THROUGH THE EFFICIENT DELIVERY OF EXCELLENT, INNOVATIVE AND COMPASSIONATE CARE.

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FAIRFIELD COUNTY'S COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, (THE "COMMUNITY FOUNDATION") PARTNERS WITH OUR COMMUNITY TO CREATE A FAIRFIELD COUNTY WHERE EVERY PERSON HAS AN EQUITABLE OPPORTUNITY TO THRIVE. THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION PROVIDES:-- PERSONALIZED PHILANTHROPIC ADVISORY SERVICES, GRANT SERVICES AND FINANCIAL STEWARDSHIP TO FUNDHOLDERS;-- COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP AND STRATEGIC, COLLABORATIVE INITIATIVES TO ADDRESS KEY REGIONAL ISSUES, SUCH AS OPPORTUNITY GAP, WOMEN AND GIRLS, AFFORDABLE HOUSING, ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY, IMMIGRATION AND OTHER AREAS-- GRANTS, COUNSEL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT/LEADERSHIP AND OTHER TRAINING TO LOCAL NONPROFITS-- RESEARCH ON NONPROFITS AND CAUSES, DUE DILIGENCE AND CONSULTATION WITH AGENCIES, AND MONITORING AND EVALUATION OF GRANT PROGRAMS AND FOUNDATION INITIATIVES.

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THE MISSION OF NORWALK HOSPITAL FOUNDATION IS TO RAISE FUNDS, REINVEST AND ADMINISTER THESE FUNDS AND MAKE DISTRIBUTIONS TO NORWALK HOSPITAL AND OTHER NOT-FOR-PROFIT NORWALK HOSPITAL AFFILIATES.

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THE MISSION OF THE FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING FOUNDATION (FAF) IS TO ESTABLISH AND IMPROVE FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING STANDARDS, TO PROVIDE USEFUL INFORMATION TO INVESTORS AND OTHER USERS OF FINANCIAL REPORTS AND TO EDUCATE STAKEHOLDERS ON HOW TO MOST EFFECTIVELY UNDERSTAND AND IMPLEMENT THOSE STANDARDS. THE FAF, ORGANIZED IN 1972, IS THE INDEPENDENT, PRIVATE-SECTOR ORGANIZATION RESPONSIBLE FOR THE OVERSIGHT, ADMINISTRATION, FINANCING AND APPOINTMENT OF THE FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING STANDARDS BOARD (FASB) AND THE GOVERNMENTAL ACCOUNTING STANDARDS BOARD (GASB), WHICH WERE ESTABLISHED TO PERFORM DISTINCT FUNCTIONS IN THE PROCESS OF ESTABLISHING AND IMPROVING FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING AND REPORTING STANDARDS.

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The goal of this organization is to assist in the prevention or treatment of diseases or conditions that affect the nerves, muscles or bones. Use this code for organizations that focus on a wide variety of nerve, muscle and bone diseases or those not specified below. The related medical specialty is orthopedic surgery.

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PROVIDE BENEFITS TO ELIGIBLE MEMBERS TO PAY FOR MEDICAL&DENTAL EXPENSES,FLEXIBLE SPENDING ACCOUNTS, SHORT-TERM DISABILITY & LIFE ACCIDENTAL DEATH, DISMEMBERMENT INSURANCE BENEFITS.

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The goal of this organization are the cooperative 501(c)(14) associations that use money deposited by a group of people (e.g., fellow employees) and lend it out again to people in the same group at favorable interest rates.

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FUNDRAISING FOR SCHOLARSHIPS, PROGRAMS AND CAPITAL SUPPORT FOR NORWALK COMMUNITY COLLEGE.

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OUR MISSION IS TO CREATE OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES TO REACH BEYOND SERIOUS ILLNESS AND DISCOVER JOY, CONFIDENCE AND A NEW WORLD OF POSSIBILITIES, ALWAYS FREE OF CHARGE.

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TO PROVIDE COMPREHENSIVE SOCIAL SERVICES INCLUDING SHELTER, OUTREACH, FOOD, HOUSING, ACCESS TO BENEFITS AND HEALTHCARE, JOB TRAINING, AND FINANCIAL COACHING FOR THOSE LIVING IN POVERTY AND THOSE EXPERIENCING HOMELESS.

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THE MISSION OF STEPPING STONES MUSEUM FOR CHILDREN IS TO BROADEN AND ENRICH THE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR CHILDREN AGES TEN AND UNDER AND ENHANCE THEIR UNDERSTANDING OF THE WORLD. THE MUSEUM SEEKS TO CREATE AN ENVIRONMENT THAT INSPIRES LIFE-LONG LEARNING AND SUPPORTS PARENTS, CAREGIVERS AND EDUCATORS AS FACILITATORS OF CHILDREN'S EXPLORATIONS.

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NORWALK LAND TRUST SEEKS TO BALANCE NATURE AND DEVELOPMENT BY ACQUIRING LAND AND PRESERVING IT IN ITS NATURAL STATE FOR THE BENEFIT OF NORWALK RESIDENTS AND FUTURE GENERATIONS.

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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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ENDING THE STIGMA OF ADDICTION; PROVIDING FAMILIES WITH CRITICAL INFO & SUPPORT; BRINGING APPROACHES TO BEAR ON PREVENTION, TREATMENT & RECOVERY; AND CHANGING PUBLIC POLICY

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TO PROVIDE LIVING ARRANGEMENTS AND DAY PROGRAM SERVICES FOR DEVELOPMENTALLY DISABLED PERSONS.

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PROVIDING THE HIGHEST QUALITY OF MEDICAL CARE TO THEIR PATIENTS IN SOUTHWESTERN CONNECTICUT; SPECIALIZING IN PRIMARY CARE FOR PEOPLE LIVING WITH HIV, THE LGBTQ COMMUNITY, AS WELL AS HIV PREVENTION (PREP & PEP), HEPATITIS C, AND STI TESTING AND TREATMENT. THE ORGANIZATION'S PROGRAMS INCLUDE MEDICAL AND PHARMACY SERVICES.

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THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES FACILITIES FOR PROGRAMS WHICH PROVIDE TREATMENT AND PREVENTION OF DRUG AND ALCOHOL ABUSE.

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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 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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FAMILY & CHILDRENS AGENCY INC. IS A NON-STOCK, NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION FORMED AS A SOCIAL SERVICE AGENCY ENGAGED IN ASSISTING INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES PRIMARILY THROUGHOUT FAIRFIELD COUNTY WHO ARE FACED WITH ADVERSITY. ASSISTANCE IS AVAILABLE THROUGH VARIOUS PROGRAMS WHICH PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL GUIDANCE DESIGNED TO PROMOTE HARMONIOUS FAMILY AND INTERPERSONAL RELATIONSHIPS AND HEALTHY PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT.