The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Chicago

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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 goal of this organization are the private foundations whose grant funds are derived primarily from the contributions of a profit-making business organization.

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EMPOWER, EDUCATE, AND EMPLOY PEOPLE TO CHANGE LIVES AND STRENGTHEN COMMUNITIES.

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The goal of this organization is for named trusts not classified elsewhere. (rev. 11/04)

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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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BRIGHT STARS OF BETHLEHEM, NFP (BSB) IS A 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION FOUNDED IN 2003 FOR THE PURPOSE OF RAISING FUNDING, SUPPORT, AND AWARENESS OF MINISTRIES THAT SERVE THE PEOPLE OF PALESTINE BY FURTHERING EDUCATIONAL, WELLNESS, SOCIAL, AND ECONOMIC PROGRAMS.

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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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ICOY PROMOTES THE SAFETY, HEALTH, AND SUCCESS OF ILLINOIS' CHILDREN, YOUTH, AND FAMILIES BY ACTING AS A COLLECTIVE VOICE FOR POLICY AND PRACTICE, AND BY CONNECTING AND STRENGTHENING THE ORGANIZATIONS THAT SERVE THEM.

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TO IMPROVE THE COMMUNITY THROUGH BUSINESS AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES.

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ILLINOIS LEGAL AID ONLINE (ILAO) OPENS OPPORTUNITIES FOR JUSTICE BY EDUCATING ILLINOISANS ABOUT THEIR RIGHTS AND CONNECTING THEM TO LAWYERS, SOLUTIONS, AND EACH OTHER. ILAO ACHIEVES THIS MISSION BY PAIRING DIGITAL INOVATION, VIA ILLINOISLEGALAID.ORG, SMS, AND SOCIAL MEDIA AND OTHER CHANNELS, WITH COMMUNITY PARTNESHIPS SUCH AS LOCAL COURTS, LEGAL AID, HUMAN SERVICES, AND PUBLIC LIBRARIES.

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The goal of this organization is to focus broadly on strengthening, unifying and building the economic, cultural, educational and social services of an urban community or neighborhood.

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REFUSHE IDENTIFIES, PROTECTS AND PROVIDES RESOURCES FOR REFUGEE CHILDREN AND YOUTH IN KENYA.

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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 CORPORATION WAS FORMED TO PROVIDE SOCIAL SERVICES EXCLUSIVELY UNDER SECTION 501 (C) (3) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE, OR CORRRESPONDING SECTION OF ANY FUTURE FEDERAL TAX CODE. SPECIFICALLY, THE CORPORATIONS AIMS AND OBJECTIVES ARE TO PROVIDE SUBSIDIZED AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO THE NEEDY AND THE LOW INCOME PUBLIC.

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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 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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TO EDUCATE AND ENGAGE NATIONAL POLICYMAKERS ON THE COUNTRIES BROKEN FOOD SYSTEM THAT HAS LEAD TO A CHRONIC DISEASE CRISIS FOR 6 IN 10 ADULTS. PROMOTE DIALOGUE ON SOLUTIONS THROUGH TREATING "FOOD AS A MEDICINE AND THE USE OF REGENERATIVE ORGANIC AGRICULTURE.

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THE PURPOSE OF HELEN MILLER MEMBER EDUCATION AND TRAINING CENTER IS TO PROVIDE EDUCATION, TRAINING AND RESEARCH TO BENEFIT LOW-WAGE CHILDCARE WORKERS, HOMECARE WORKERS AND OTHER WORKERS IN RELATED INDUSTRIES.

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PRIMARY PURPOSE IS TO FUND SCHOLARSHIPS AND SUPPORT CURRICULUM AND TRAINING PROGRAMS FOR PERSONS INTERESTED IN A CAREER IN THE FOODSERVICE INDUSTRY.

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The goal of this organization is to raise and distribute funds for multiple organizations within the Health - General and Rehabilitative major group area.