The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Gainesville

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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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EMPOWER ADULTS AFFECTED WITH MENTAL ILLNESS THROUGH SOCIAL INVOLVEMENT AND EMPLOYMENT FOR SELF-DIRECTED RECOVERY.

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The goal of this organization is to provide for the humane care, protection and control of animals and which investigate instances of cruelty to animals.

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SOUTHERN LEGAL COUNSEL, INC. (SLC) IS A FLORIDA STATEWIDE NOT-FOR-PROFIT PUBLIC INTEREST LAW FIRM THAT IS COMMITTED TO THE IDEAL OF EQUAL JUSTICE FOR ALL AND THE ATTAINMENT OF BASIC HUMAN AND CIVIL RIGHTS. SLC PRIMARILY ASSISTS INDIVIDUALS AND GROUPS WITH PUBLIC INTEREST ISSUES WHO OTHERWISE WOULD NOT HAVE ACCESS TO THE JUSTICE SYSTEM AND WHOSE CASES MAY BRING ABOUT SYSTEMIC REFORM. SLC USES A RANGE OF STRATEGIES TO ACHIEVE ITS GOALS, INCLUDING LITIGATION, POLICY ADVOCACY, AND TRAINING AND TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE TO LAWYERS, LAY PERSONS AND ORGANIZATIONS.

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CHILDREN'S RIGHTS PROGRAM: EDUCATE AND TRAIN VOLUNTEERS TO HELP CARE FOR NEEDS OF CHILDREN IN COURT CASES OF ABUSE, ABANDONMENT AND NEGLECT IN THE 8TH JUDICIAL CIRCUIT IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA.

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DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION OF HEALTH-EDUCATION PROJECTS.

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TO BRING THE HOPE OF CHRIST TO THE PEOPLE LIVING IN THE WESTERN AMAZON BASIN OF BRAZIL. THIS IS ACCOMPLISHED BY FACILITATING REGULAR TEAM TRIPS TO THE AMAZON BASIN. ALSO SEEK TO MEET MEDICAL, DENTAL AND OTHER PHYSICAL NEEDS.

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TO CULTIVATE AND SUSTAIN A RESILIENT LOCAL FOOD COMMUNITY IN NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA THROUGH COLLABORATION, ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY, EDUCATION, AND SEED STEWARDSHIP. FROM SEED TO PLATE, WE ARE GROWING A ROBUST LOCAL FOOD SYSTEM!

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THE INTERNATIONAL STEREOTACTIC RADIOSURGERY SOCIETY (ISRS) WAS FOUNDED AS A WORLDWIDE ORGANIZATION IN 1991 AND REMAINS THE ONLY PROFESSIONAL BODY OF ITS KIND. CREATED TO FOSTER LEARNING AND RESEARCH ON THE TOPICS OF BRAIN AND BODY RADIOSURGERY, THE SOCIETY IS HIGHLY DEDICATED TO: 1. PROMOTING TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENTS IN STEREOTACTIC RADIOSURGERY 2. PROMOTING THE HIGHEST LEVELS OF CLINICAL EXPERTISE 3. CONVENING EVERY TWO YEARS AT THE ISRS CONGRESS. THE ISRS FOSTERS TECHNICAL DEVELOPMENT AND RESEARCH ON THE TOPICS OF BRAIN AND BODY RADIOSURGERY BY HOLDING BIENNIAL CONGRESSES, MAINTAINING A WEBSITE, AND OTHER ACTIVITIES TO ENCOURAGE THE EXCHANGE OF INFORMATION.

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THE MISSION OF ALTRUSA HOUSE OF GAINESVILLE IS TO PROVIDE A SUPPORTIVE, ENRICHING, AND SAFE ENVIRONMENT FOR ADULTS NEEDING DAYTIME SUPERVISION AND ASSISTANCE.

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PROVIDE EDUCATION ON GOUT AND HYPERURECEMIA TO PATIENTS AND MEDICAL PROFESSIONALS. THIS IS ACCOMPLISHED IN THE FORM OF WRITTEN AND WEB BASED MATERIALS, CONFERENCES, AND A MAJOR EDUCATIONAL EVEN CALLED "GOUT AWARENESS DAY."

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THE MISSION OF GAINESVILLE PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS (FPF) IS TO PROTECT THE BRAVE AND DEDICATED FIREFIGHTERS AND THEIR FAMILIES WHO MAKE GAINESVILLE SAFER AND A MORE SECURE PLACE TO WORK AND LIVE. GPF SERVES THE MEN AND WOMEN OF GAINESVILLE FIRE-RESCUE IN GAINESVILLE, FLORIDA.

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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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PROVIDED HOUSING FOR APPROXIMATELY 24 PERSONS WITH INTELLECTUAL OR DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES UNDER DEPARTMENT OF HUD RENT HOUSING PROGRAM FOR THE DISABLED AND ELDERLY.

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GAINESVILLE COMMUNITY MINISTRY PROVIDES HELP AND HOPE TO FAMILIES AND INDIVIDUALS IN CRISIS.

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THE ASSOCIATION FOR TROPICAL BIOLOGY AND CONSERVATION IS INTERNATIONAL IN SCOPE, MEMBERSHIP, AND OBJECTIVES, FUNCTIONING AS AN INTERNATIONAL BODY TO PROMOTE RESEARCH, EDUCATION, CONSERVATION, AND COMMUNICATION FOR TROPICAL BIOLOGY.

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LOCAL CAMBODIAN STAFF ASSIST RURAL VILLAGE FAMILIES IN IDENTIFYING THEIR NEEDS AND EMPOWERING THEM THROUGH SUSTAINABLE PROGRAMS TO ADDRESS THESE NEEDS, INCLUDING FOOD SECURITY, SAFE WATER, LATRINES, ECONOMIC & AGRICULTURAL OPPORTUNITIES, HEALTH WORKSHOPS, SELF-RELIANCE AND QUALITY OF LIFE THROUGH EDUCATION.

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THE MISSION OF THE REX & BRODY FOUNDATION IS TO EDUCATE, EMPOWER, AND EQUIP OUR YOUTH, THROUGH THE GAME OF BASEBALL, TO POSITIVELY IMPACT OUR COMMUNITIES.

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THE GIFT STOPS MISSION IS TO PROVIDE CARING SERVICE TO PATIENTS, VISITORS, FACULTY, STAFF, STUDENTS AND VOLUNTEERS WITH ALL PROCEEDS TO BENEFIT UF HEALTH, THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA ACADEMIC HEALTH CENTER.

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SONSHINE DAY PRESCHOOLS MISSION IS TO PARTNER WITH THE HOME AND CHURCH TO PROVIDE A LOVING, SECURE CHRISTIAN ENVIRONMENT WHERE DEDICATED STAFF CARE FOR, NUTURE, AND TEACH YOUNG CHILDREN TO KNOW, HONOR, AND SERVE GOD.