The Nonprofit Ecosystem in District of Columbia

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ANCHOR MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION, INC. PROVIDES SOCIAL, EDUCATIONAL, VOCATIONAL, AND RESIDENTIAL SERVICES TO MENTALLY AND EMOTIONALLY DISABLED ADULTS IN THE WASHINGTON AREA.

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MOBILIZE MEMBERS AND ACTIVISTS TO FIGHT FOR PUBLIC POLICIES THAT REFLECT THE VALUES OF FREEDOM, FAIRNESS, AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY.

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THE MISSION OF THE KIWANIS FOUNDATION IS TO AID, BENEFIT, CARE FOR, MAINTAIN, PROTECT, EDUCATE, AND SUPPORT UNDER-PRIVILEGED CHILDREN IN THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. THE KIWANIS FOUNDATION FULFILLS ITS MISSION PRINCIPALLY BY SUPPORTING THE KIWANIS CLUB OF WASHINGTON, DC/K00127.

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NBCC'S MISSION IS "TO END BREAST CANCER THROUGH THE POWER OF ACTION AND ADVOCACY."

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The goal of this organization is to publish a variety of materials on diverse topics. Includes university presses.

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TANAGER BRINGS PEOPLE TOGETHER TO CO-CREATE NEW WAYS OF REALIZING LIFE-CHANGING ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY.

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TO LEAD STATE AND NATIONAL STAKEHOLDERS IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF COMPREHENSIVE POLICY AND PROGRAMS FOR ALL THOSE AFFECTED BY PROBLEM GAMBLING IN ORDER TO IMPROVE SOCIETAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS BY REDUCING THE PERSONAL, SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC COSTS OF PROBLEM GAMBLING.

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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 ASSOCIATION IS A MEMBERSHIP ORGANIZATION OF EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS OF PUBLIC HOUSING AUTHORITIES WHOSE PURPOSE IS TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY AND MANAGEMENT OF ASSISTED HOUSING PROGRAMS THROUGH SEMINARS, WORKSHOPS AND THE REPRESENTATION OF PUBLIC HOUSING EXECUTIVE DIRECTORS TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD) AND THE CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.

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AN EDUCATIONAL ORGANIZATION WHICH CONDUCTS RESEARCH,INFORMS AND EDUCATES THE PUBLIC ON VARIOUS NATIONAL AND INTERNATIONAL ISSUES.

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THE INTERNATIONAL BRIDGE, TUNNEL & TURNPIKE ASSOCIATION IS THE WORLDWIDE ALLIANCE OF TOLL OPERATORS AND ASSOCIATED INDUSTRIES THAT PROVIDES A FORUM FOR SHARING KNOWLEDGE AND IDEAS TO PROMOTE AND ENHANCE TOLL FINANCED TRANSPORTATION SERVICES.

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TO FOSTER DEEPER UNDERSTANDING AND APPRECIATION FOR THE IBEW HISTORY AND TO STIMULATE AND ENCOURAGE THE COLLECTION, PRESERVATION, AND INTERPREATION OF THE IBEW HISTORY.

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The goal of this organization is to provide or coordinate a wide variety of programs and services that are structured to meet the social, educational, economic, recreational and other needs of specific ethnic and/or immigrant groups in ways that are culturally appropriate.

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DEVOTED TO TRANSFORMING THE FOOD LANDSCAPE IN PURSUIT OF HEALTH EQUITY. SEE SCHEDULE O

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RISING FOR JUSTICE'S (RFJ) MISSION IS TO LEVERAGE THE COLLABORATIVE EFFORTS OF LAW AND SOCIAL WORK STUDENTS AND SEASONED ATTORNEYS AND SOCIAL WORKERS TO ADDRESS RFJ'S CLIENTS' NEEDS THROUGH AN INTERDISCIPLINARY APPROACH AND TO SECURE EQUAL ACCESS TO JUSTICE FOR CLIENTS WHO CANNOT AFFORD REPRESENTATION. RFJ OFFERS DIRECT REPRESENTATION IN DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA COURTS AND VARIOUS ADMINISTRATIVE AGENCIES AND EDUCATES LAW STUDENTS FROM LOCAL SCHOOLS IN TRIAL ADVOCACY AND ESSENTIAL LEGAL SKILLS, EMPHASIZING THE IMPORTANCE OF PRO BONO SERVICE. FURTHERMORE, RFJ PROVIDES FIELD PLACEMENTS FOR SOCIAL WORK GRADUATE STUDENTS.

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

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THE MISSION OF BASIS DC IS TO EMPOWER STUDENTS TO ACHIEVE AT GLOBALLY COMPETITIVE LEVELS WITH A TRANSFORMATIVE ACADEMIC PROGRAM.

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The goal of this organization is to protect our natural resources from abuse, neglect, waste or exploitation and preserve their availability for future generations.

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TO DIVERSIFY THE CONSERVATION MOVEMENT BY FUNDING AND SUPPORTING CONSERVATIONISTS FROM UNDERREPRESENTED COMMUNITIES WHILE EDUCATING AND INSPIRING THE NEXT GENERATION OF LEADERS.