The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Chicago

MISSION:

PROUDLY FOUNDED BY ETHNIC CHINESE REFUGEES, CHINESE MUTUAL AID ASSOCIATION (CMAA) IS LED BY MANY PROMINENT INDIVIDUALS FROM THE ASIAN AMERICAN COMMUNITY. OUR PURPOSE IS TO SERVE THE NEEDS, PROMOTE THE INTERESTS, AND ENHANCE THE WELL-BEING OF LOW-INCOME, DIVERSE IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE COMMUNITIES ACROSS METROPOLITAN CHICAGO THROUGH SOCIAL SERVICES, ADVOCACY, AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMMING, AND ASSISTANCE FOR YOUTH, ADULTS, THE ELDERLY, AND SMALL BUSINESSES.

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 to provide opportunities for people of all ages to learn, become competitive in and enjoy the organized recreational activity, sport or game of their choice. These programs may be offered by local clubs devoted to a particular activity or sport; may provide individual or team coaching assistance or instruction, access to equipment and facilities, and uniforms, if necessary; and may sponsor or make arrangements for athletes to participate in amateur competitions, usually at the local or regional level, and provide officials for games. These events are generally for the enjoyment of the athletes and are not at a high enough competitive level to be considered spectator sports.

MISSION:

THE ALTERNATIVE SCHOOLS NETWORK IS COMMITTED TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF QUALITY EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS THAT ENGAGE URBAN CHILDREN, YOUTH AND ADULTS WITH WELL-ROUNDED ACADEMIC PROGRAMS LEADING TO COLLEGE ENTRANCE AND/OR CAREER PATHS, WHICH FOSTER ECONOMIC INDEPENDENCE AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY IN THE 21ST CENTURY.

MISSION:

SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION OF THE HOMEWOOD IZAAK WALTON PRESERVE, INC

MISSION:

TO ADVANCE THE KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF ARCHITECTURE, DESIGN, LANDSCAPES AND URBANISM

MISSION:

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

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL TRAINING THAT PREPARES STUDENTS TO LIVE AND WORK SUCCESSFULLY IN A DIVERSE AND TECHNOLOGICALLY COMPLEX SOCIETY.

MISSION:

ADVOCATE, TEACH AND PROMOTE THE STUDY AND PRACTICE OF ORTHODOX JUDAISM, AS WELL AS SUPERVISE KOSHER FOOD PRODUCTION AND PRODUCE EDUCATIONAL PUBLICATIONS.

MISSION:

PROVIDE REHABILITATION SERVICES TO DRUG DEPENDENT INDIVIDUALS.

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:

THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION IS TO EXPAND THE ART FORM OF AMERICAN JAZZ DANCE AND TO PRESERVE/PROMOTE THE GIORDANO TECHNIQUE.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE HOLISTIC, COMPREHENSIVE, ACCESSIBLE, AND QUALITY PRIMARY HEALTH CARE AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROGRAMS TO INDIVIDUALS AND THE COMMUNITY WITH A PARTICULAR FOCUS ON THE HEALTH CARE NEEDS OF THE MEDICALLY UNDERSERVED POPULATION.

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 PROMOTE, FOSTER, AND DEVELOP PUERTO RICAN CULTURE AND ART IN AND FOR THE PUERTO RICAN COMMUNITY OF GREATER CHICAGO.

MISSION:

MIKVA CHALLENGE DEVELOPS YOUTH TO BE EMPOWERED, INFORMED, AND ACTIVE CITIZENS WHO WILL PROMOTE A JUST AND EQUITABLE SOCIETY. THROUGH ITS WORK, MIKVA CHALLENGE LOOKS TO BUILD A STRONGER, INCLUSIVE DEMOCRACY THAT VALUES YOUTH VOICE. THROUGH ITS YOUTH PROGRAMS AND TRAINING FOR EDUCATORS, MIKVA CHALLENGE SERVES 300,000 MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL AGE STUDENTS LOCATED IN ILLINOIS, WASHINGTON DC METRO AREA AND 12 ADDITIONAL PARTNER SITES ACROSS THE COUNTRY.

MISSION:

TO PREPARE YOUNG MEN AND WOMEN IN NORTH LAWNDALE FOR LEADERSHIP BY HELPING THEM GROW IN THEIR FAITH AND CHARACTER, DEVELOP A LOVE FOR LEARNING, AND USE THEIR TALENTS TO SERVE THE COMMUNITY AND STRENGTHEN OUR FAMILIES.

MISSION:

PROMOTE THE SOCIAL WELFARE OF THE COMMUNITY BY DEVELOPING LOW-RENT HOUSING FOR ITS MEMBERS, REGARDLESS OF RACE, CREED, COLOR, SEXUAL ORIENTATION OR NATIONAL ORIGIN & THUS INFLUENCE THE COMMUNITY TO ELIMINATE PREJUDICE & DISCRIMINATION IN HOUSING; ADVANCE THE CAUSE OF EDUCATION BY DEVELOPING LOW COST HOUSING FOR UNIVERSITY STUDENTS WITH LIMITED RESOURCES, SO THAT THOSE WHO MIGHT NOT OTHERWISE BE ABLE TO CONTINUE AT THE UNIVERSITY BECAUSE OF ECONOMIC NEED MIGHT ENJOY THE FRUITS & BENEFITS OF HIGHER EDUCATION; RELIEVE GOVERNMENTS OF VARIOUS STATES FROM THE BURDEN OF BUILDING & OPERATING STATE OWNED DORMITORIES BY CREATING HOUSING FACILITIES FOR STUDENTS AT LOW COST ON A COOPERATIVE BASIS; & TO CONTINUALLY EXPAND THOSE FACILITIES IN THE COMMUNITY INTEREST; INITIATE, COORDINATE, DIRECT & OTHERWISE PARTICIPATE IN EDUCATIONAL EFFORTS & PROGRAM FOR THE EDUCATION OF ITS MEMBERS & THE GENERAL PUBLIC IN THE PHILOSOPHY, PRINCIPLES & PRACTICES OF ALL COOPERATIVES.

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 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.