The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Chicago

MISSION:

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 CONSERVE AND RESTORE THE WORLD'S LARGEST FRESH WATER RESOURCE USING POLICY, EDUCATION AND LOCAL EFFORTS, ENSURING A HEALTHY GREAT LAKES AND CLEAN WATER FOR GENERATIONS OF PEOPLE AND WILDLIFE.

MISSION:

COMMUNITIES UNITED (F/K/A ALBANY PARK NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCIL) IS AN INTERGENERATIONAL COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION THAT ENGAGES COMMUNITY MEMBERS IN EFFORTS TO PRESERVE AFFORDABLE HOUSING, IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF EDUCATION, INCREASE ACCESS TO AFFORDABLE HEALTH CARE, INCREASE POSITIVE INVESTMENT IN YOUNG PEOPLE, DISMANTLE THE SCHOOL TO PRISON PIPELINE, AND ADVANCE IMMIGRANT RIGHTS.

MISSION:

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.

MISSION:

AS A NONPROFIT, ACCREDITED, AND FAITH-BASED ORGANIZATION, WE SUPPORT, IMPROVE AND ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR OLDER ADULTS BY EMPOWERING THEM TO LIVE WITH DIGNITY AND RESPECT.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the organizations, sometimes referred to as public charities, that derive their funding or support primarily from the general public in carrying out their social, educational, religious or other charitable activities serving the common welfare. Although public foundations may provide direct charitable services to the public as other nonprofits do, their primary focus is on grantmaking.

MISSION:

SUPPORT THE CHARITABLE, RELIGIOUS, AND EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES OF MOUNT CARMEL HIGH SCHOOL BY SECURING AND INVESTING FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS THAT WILL ENSURE THE FUTURE FINANCIAL STABILITY OF THE SCHOOL.

MISSION:

PROVIDE FUNDING FOR THE OPERATIONS OF BROOKGREEN GARDENS.

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The goal of this organization is to provide supportive services for individuals and families who are homeless or which work with people who are at risk for homelessness in an effort to prevent them from losing their permanent residence.

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TO PROVIDE FOR RETIREE LIFE INSURANCE AND OTHER BENEFITS

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PARTNERS WITH THOSE IN POVERTY TO BUILD CONNECTIONS, DEVELOP SKILLS AND OPEN DOORS OF OPPORTUNITY.

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THE FOUNDATION IS A 501(C)(3) NONPROFIT CORPORATION DEDICATED TO PROVIDING HOUSING-RELATED ASSISTANCE TO VICTIMS AND THEIR FAMILIES IN DISASTER SITUATIONS AFFECTING THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA AND ITS TERRITORIES.

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EDUCATION, ACCREDITATION AND RESEARCH TO IMPROVE HEALTH CARE IN CORRECTIONAL FACILITIES

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The goal of this organization is to enable students who demonstrate financial need to obtain the financial assistance they require to meet their educational and living expenses while in school.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide philanthropy, voluntarism and grantmaking services where the major purpose is unclear enough that a more specific code cannot be accurately assigned.

MISSION:

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:

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

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to enable students who demonstrate financial need to obtain the financial assistance they require to meet their educational and living expenses while in school.

MISSION:

TO PROMOTE EQUAL PARTICIPATION OF IMMIGRANTS & REFUGEES IN POLITICAL & SOCIAL LIFE.

MISSION:

NORTHWESTERN SETTLEMENT FOUNDATION IS ORGANIZED AND OPERATED EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE BENEFIT OF NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY SETTLEMENT ASSOCIATION.