The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Lake Wales

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to promote awareness of and appreciation for history and historical artifacts.

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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.

MISSION:

TO ENHANCE THE LAKE WALES COMMUNITY BY PROVIDING BETTER SOCIAL & HEALTH SERVICES TO ITS PEOPLE, IMPROVING EDUCATIONAL & RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES FOR ITS YOUTH, HELPING OBTAIN AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR THE POOR, ELDERLY, & LOW WAGE EARNER, HELPING IMPROVE BLIGHTED CONDITIONS IN THE CITY OF LAKE WALES AND ADJACENT AREA.

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TO SUPPORT LOCAL CHARITIES BY MAKING GRANTS TO THESE ORGANIZATIONS SO THAT THEY MAY CARRY OUT THEIR CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES

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The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people to satisfy their inner needs and enhance their spiritual growth through organized worship or through other devotional activities under the auspices of one of the group of religious faiths that is based on the teachings of Jesus Christ. Use this code for Christian denominations that are not specified below as well as their ministries, missions or missionary activities; bible camps and schools. (rev. 11/04)

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REMOVING THE BARRIERS INITIATIVE WAS FOUNDED IN 2011 FOR THE PURPOSE OF REMOVING BARRIERS TO GREAT EXPENIENCES FOR PEOPLE AND FAMILIES WITH DISABILITIES, DIFFERENCES AND SPECIAL NEEDS. WE STARTED BY ASSISTING CAMPS WHO SERVED CAMPERS WITH DISABILITIES BY SOLVING LOGISTICAL ISSUES. WE GOT TRAILS PAVED, SECURED WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE GOLF CARTS, CREATED WHEELCHAIR ACCESSIBLE TRAMS FOR HAY RIDES, PROVIDED LIFTS, AND BEACH WHEELCHAIRS. EVENTUALLY, WE WORKED WITH THE FISH AND WILDLIFE FOUNDATION OF FLORIDA TO BUILD WHEELCHAIR INCLUSIVE ARCHERY RANGES AND CONSERVATION CENTERS.AS WE BECAME CONNECTED TO OTHER ORGANIZATIONS THROUGHOUT FLORIDA WE BEGAN TO HELP PROGRAMS FROM DEFUNIAK SPRINGS IN THE FLORIDA PANHANDLE TO LAKE WORTH ON THE GOLD COAST. WE WERE THEN ASKED TO ASSIST THE POLK MUSEUM OF ART WITH MAYFAIRE BY THE LAKE, PROVIDING ACCESSIBLE SERVICES FOR THEIR EVENT IN LAKELAND.THAT SPREAD TO PIONEER DAY AND MAKE IT MAGICAL IN LAKE WALES.THIS YEAR WE LAUNCHED IN MEETING NEEDS WITH TRACK CHAIR

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TO SPONSOR CAMPS FOR UNDERPRIVILEGED CHILDREN IN THE LAKE WALES, FLORIDA AREA AND TO SUPPORT COMMUNITY AND INTERNATIONAL CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES.

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The goal of this organization is the production of musical events, including concert series and music festivals.

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The goal of this organization is to provide arts and humanities services or products not covered by other categories.

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PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR VARIOUS LOCAL NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS WHOSE FOCUS IS ON HEALTH, EDUCATION OR YOUTH. THE FOUNDATION GRANTS 100% OF ITS CONTRIBUTIONS BACK TO COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS.

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PREPARE & REPAIR FACILITIES FOR DRINKING WATER IN SIERRE LEONE.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to work to relieve poverty in developing countries by providing funds, technical assistance and supplies which improve the health, education, welfare, social well-being and self-reliance of individuals and families. Also included are organizations that provide relief services in response to a major disaster or large-scale emergency that occurs abroad.

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CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WHICH PROMOTES THE LAKE WALES BUSINESS DISTRICT AND EDUCATES INTERESTED PARTIES ABOUT THE LAKE WALES AREA.

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THE MISSION OF THE LAKE WALES HISTORY MUSEUM IS TO PRESERVE AND SHARE THE HERITAGE OF LAKE WALES.

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The goal of this organization is to administer centralized fundraising efforts and then in turn distribute the contributed funds to several nonprofit agencies. United Way and community chests or funds, the United Jewish Appeal and other religious appeals are examples of federated giving programs. (rev. 1/05)

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APPLY THE ALL HAZARDS, ONE HEALTH, ONE NATURE APPROACH TO HEALTH EQUITY, ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE, NATIONAL RESILIENCE, AND DISASTER READINESS WHILE PROVIDING ECONOMICAL SOLUTIONS FOR TRAINING IN PHYSICAL AND BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE, DISASTER PLANNING AND RESPONSE, PROMOTE RESILIENCE, AND TECHNICAL SKILLS NECESSARY FOR UNSERVED AND UNDER-SERVED COMMUNITIES IMPACTED BY EMERGENCY AND DISASTER EVENTS.

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THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH THE CORPORATION IS ORGANIZED IS TO NURTURE THE CULTURE OF LAKE WALES BY PRESENTING A SPECTACULAR GATHERING OF MUSICIANS AND PERFORMERS THAT LEADS TO A GREATER AWARENESS AND SUPPORTS LAKE WALES ARTS AND RECREATION PROGRAMMING THE CORPORATION IS ORGANIZED EXCLUSIVELY FOR CHARITABLE, RELIGIOUS, EDUCATIONAL AND SCIENTIFIC PURPOSES, INCLUDING FOR SUCH PURPOSES, THE MAKING OF DISTRIBUTIONS THAT QUALIFY AS AN EXEMPT ORGANIZATION UNDER 501 (C)(3) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE, OR THE CORRESPONDING SECTION OF ANY FUTURE FEDERAL TAX CODE.

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The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people to learn and become competitive in soccer. Coaching, access to a soccer field, soccer equipment, uniforms, and officials for competitions are generally included.

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WE ENVISION THRIVING COMMUNITIES SUSTAINED BY SUPERIOR EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES, AN INNOVATIVE ENTREPRENEURIAL ENVIRONMENT, BUSINESS INCUBATION AND ANGEL INVESTMENT.

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The goal of this organization is to produce plays.