The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Iowa

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MAIN STREET COON RAPIDS MISSION IS TO CREATE A THRIVING DOWNTOWN BY NURTURING BUSINESS GROWTH AND IMPROVEMENT THROUGH INCREASED COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT AND INCLUSION WHILE BEING MINDFUL OF THE PAST AND FOCUSING ON THE FUTURE.

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The goal of this organization is to provide for the conservation, protection and management of different species of wild birds by establishing a system of preserves that are set aside for their habitation and protected from human depredation and interference.

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TO PROVIDE EDUCATION AND CHARITABLE SUPPORT FOR HISPANIC POPULATION AND TO PROMOTE CULTURAL AWARENESS AND DIVERSITY WITH HOSPITALITY AND SUPPORTIVE SERVICES TO ALL.

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The goal of this organization are the neighborhood-based multipurpose centers that offer, at a single location, a wide variety of services and activities that are structured to meet the needs of the entire community through different programs for different age and interest groups.

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THE WORK OF OUR HANDS IS A NONPROFIT RETAIL OUTLET, SUPPORTED BY VOLUNTEERS, WHICH MARKETS HANDCRAFTS MADE BY POOR ARTISANS IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES AND PARTS OF THE UNITED STATES. PURCHASING THROUGH FAIR TRADE ORGANIZATIONS (FTOS) ASSURES THAT THE ARTISANS RECEIVE A FAIR PRICE FOR THEIR PRODUCTS. THE WORK OF OUR HANDS IS AN ECUMENICAL CHRISTIAN MISSION. IT LINKS INDIVIDUALS FROM VARIOUS CHURCHES AND BACKGROUNDS WITHIN THE PELLA AREA IN A COMMON CONCERN FOR THE WORLD'S POOR. IT RELIES ON FTOS WORKING WITH ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED PEOPLE; HELPING THE POOR AND HUNGRY SUPPORT THEMSELVES. PEOPLE OF MANY NATIONS JOIN TOGETHER IN AN ACTIVE VENTURE OF LOVE AND HOPE. THE WORK OF OUR HANDS IS AN EDUCATIONAL MISSION. IT PROVIDES INFORMATION TO VOLUNTEERS, CUSTOMERS AND THE COMMUNITY ABOUT THE ECONOMICALLY DISADVANTAGED ARTISANS AND THE CONDITIONS UNDER WHICH THEY WORK AND LIVE.

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The goal of this organization is to provide community improvement, capacity building services where the major purpose is unclear enough that a more specific code cannot be accurately assigned.

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The goal of this organization is to provide fixed-route mass transit services that utilize buses, trains, ferry boats or other vehicles to transport people within the limits of a city, a metropolitan area, a county or a multi-county region, or to move people from outlying areas into a city or metropolitan area.

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The goal of this organization is to operate health care facilities that are licensed to operate twenty-four hours per day and offer diagnostic and treatment services as well as emergency and critical care services for people who have illnesses or injuries which require immediate, short-term intervention.

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The goal of this organization is to produce plays.

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EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES TO PROMOTE CONSERVATION OF NATURAL RESOURCES

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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 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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PROVIDE A CONGREGATE MEAL SITE FOR SERVING 1 HOT MEAL PER DAY, 5 DAYS A WEEK. PROVIDE A TRANSIT BUS FOR THE ELDERLY FOR LOCAL TRANSPORTATION IN LUCAS COUNTY, IA. PROVIDE OFFICE SPACE FOR VARIOUS AGENCIES WHICH PROVIDE MEDICAL, MENTAL HEALTH, AND OTHER VARIOUS SERVICES TO THE ELDERLY IN LUCAS COUNTY, IA.

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CEDAR VALLEY PRESCHOOL AND CHILD CARE CENTER'S MISSION IS TO PROVIDE A STRUCTURED CURRICULUM OF DEVELOPMENTALLY APPROPRIATE ACTIVITIES, WHICH AIM AT THE POSITIVE GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENT OF EACH INDIVIDUAL CHILD SOCIALLY, EMOTIONALLY, PHYSICALLY, AND INTELLECTUALLY.

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PROVIDE CATHOLIC PRIESTS AND CLERGY OF ALL RELIGIOUS DENOMINATIONS WITH SPIRITUAL SUPPORT

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The goal of this organization is to make available to members and their guests and facilities for recreational activities, sports and games. Also included are social clubs that provide opportunities for people to meet and socialize with their peers at dances, parties, picnics, barbecues and other companionable events; and special interest clubs which enable people to share hobbies or other interests with individuals with those same interests.

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The goal of this organization is to represent the interests of agricultural producers and rural communities.

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USE OF TECHNOLOGY TO IMPROVE EDUCATION AND LEARNING

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THE ALGONA CHAMBER IS WORKING TO ADVANCE ALGONA ACTIVITIES, DEDICATED TO BUSINESS PROMOTION, VOICE OF LOCAL BUSINESSES, ALGONA BUCKS, NETWORKING WHICH FACILITATES LOCAL BUSINESS, COMMUNICATION HUB FOR ALGONA AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES.

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THE PURPOSE OF THE ORGANIZATION IS TO PRESERVE, MAINTAIN, AND MANAGE THE HISTORIC NINE HOLE GOLF COURSE FORMERLY KNOWN AS ALL VETERANS GOLF COURSE AS A CENTER UTILIZED TO ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF LIFE IN THE NORTH IOWA AREA BY PROVIDING CULTURAL, EDUCATIONAL, RECREATIONAL, AND ENTERTAINMENT OPPORTUNITIES.