The Nonprofit Ecosystem in District of Columbia

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The goal of this organization is to encourage citizens to participate in the political process, in a nonpartisan manner, by providing opportunities for political involvement, access to public officials, information that is necessary to make informed decisions at the ballot box or assistance in registering to vote.

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THE NATIONAL WOMEN'S LAW CENTER ACTION FUND IS A SOCIAL WELFARE ORGANIZATION WHOSE PURPOSE IS TO PROMOTE THE SECURING OF EQUAL RIGHTS AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR WOMEN. THE NATIONAL WOMEN'S LAW CENTER ACTION FUND'S WORK PROMOTES POLICIES THAT IMPROVE WOMEN'S (1) CHILD CARE AND INCOME SECURITY OPPORTUNITIES, (2) EDUCATION, (3) WORKPLACE JUSTICE, AND (4) HEALTH AND REPRODUCTIVE RIGHTS -- WITH SPECIAL ATTENTION GIVEN TO THE NEEDS OF LOW-INCOME WOMEN AND THEIR FAMILIES. THE NATIONAL WOMEN'S LAW CENTER ACTION FUND'S ACTIVITIES CONSIST OF ADVOCACY, PUBLIC EDUCATION, AND RESEARCH.

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NAESCOS MISSION IS TO PROMOTE THE DELIVERY OF COMPREHENSIVE ENERGY SERVICES INCLUDING ENERGY EFFICIENCY BY ENERGY SERVICE COMPANIES (ESCOS) TO MAXIMIZE CUSTOMER ENERGY AND DOLLAR SAVINGS.

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INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH POLICY ACCOUNTABILITY (IHPA) ADVANCES THE COMMON BUSINESS INTERESTS OF ITS MEMBERS BY SERVING AS AN INDEPENDENT AUTHORITY ON KEY DRIVERS OF DECISION MAKING IN THE HEALTH CARE SPACE. IHPA PROVIDES FACT-BASED RESEARCH AND ANALYSIS ACROSS THE PUBLIC POLICY LANDSCAPE, ADDING A CENTRAL AND CURRENTLY MISSING VOICE TO THE CONVERSATION. OUR MISSION IS SIMPLE: ENSURE THE PUBLIC RECEIVES AN HONEST ASSESSMENT OF POLICY PROPOSALS AND THEIR POTENTIAL IMPACTS ON PATIENTS.

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TO KEEP MEMBERS INFORMED OF NEW DEVELOPMENTS IN THE INDUSTRY AND SHARE BEST PRACTICES.

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ADVANCE RESEARCH AND EDUCATION IN CLINICAL AND TRANSLATIONAL SCIENCE TO IMPROVE HUMAN HEALTH.

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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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FUNDING OF PUBLIC INTEREST FELLOWSHIPS FOR LAW STUDENTS.

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The goal of this organization is to provide support services to patients and their families. Programs can include social and recreational activities for people who are recovering from surgery or a serious illnesses; supportive services for children who are ill and for their families which enable family members to remain with a child who is hospitalized; family and sibling support groups, and programs which attempt to make a gravely or terminally ill child’s final days, weeks and months more pleasant. (rev. 9/2005)

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WE BUILD PARTNERSHIPS IN RESEARCH, ADVOCACY, AND INNOVATION TO MAKE LIFE BETTER FOR FAMILY CAREGIVERS.

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TO ADVANCE SAFE AND HEALTHY PREGNANCY, BIRTH AND EARLY PARENTING THROUGH EVIDENCE-BASED EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY.

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TO SERVE AS A CATALYST IN STATE LEADERSHIP PROGRAMS TO EDUCATE MEMBERS ON METHODS TO IMPROVE THE PERFORMANCE AND EFFECTIVENESS WITHIN STATE GOVERNMENT, AND TO ESTABLISH TIES WITH OTHER NATIONAL OR REGIONAL ORGANIZATIONS TO STRENGTHEN CITIZEN PARTICIPATION IN THE PROCESS OF PUBLIC DECISION MAKING.

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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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IMPROVE DIALYSIS CITIZENS' QUALITY OF LIFE BY ADVOCATING FOR FAVORABLE PUBLIC POLICY.

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TO STRENGTHEN HEALTH SYSTEMS AND WORKFORCE CAPACITY THROUGH LOCALLY DRIVEN PARTNERSHIPS WITH SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS.

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PROMOTE THE ACHIEVEMENT OF HIGH PROFESSIONAL STANDARDS FOR ELECTRONIC JOURNALISM, FOSTER PRINCIPLES OF JOURNALISTIC FREEDOM, ENSURE ADVANCEMENT OF ITS MEMBERS, AND ENHANCE PUBLIC PERCEPTIONS OF ELECTRONIC JOURNALISM AS A VITAL AND RESPONSIBLE FORCE IN THE NATION'S SOCIAL, ECONOMIC AND POLITICAL DEVELOPMENT.

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KENNEDY INSTITUTE'S MISSION IS TO LEAD THROUGH INNOVATION SO PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES LIVE WITH FREEDOM, DIGNITY, AND DISTINCTION.

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The goal of this organization is to focus on influencing public policy within the Education major group 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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TO PROVIDE INFORMATION, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE, AND ADVOCACY FOR THE NATION'S WORKFORCE.