The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Illinois

MISSION:

THE SOUTHWEST ORGANIZING PROJECT'S (SWOP) MISSION IS TO BUILD A BROAD-BASED ORGANIZATION OF CHRISTIAN, MUSLIM, AND JEWISH FAITH INSTITUTIONS, LOCAL SCHOOLS AND OTHER INSTITUTIONS IN SOUTHWEST CHICAGO, WHICH WILL ENABLE FAMILIES TO EXERCISE COMMON VALUES, DETERMINE THEIR OWN FUTURE AND CONNECT WITH EACH OTHER TO IMPROVE LIFE IN THEIR NEIGHBORHOODS. TO THIS END, LEADERS OFSWOP HAVE DEDICATED THEMSELVES TO BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS ACROSS RACIAL, ETHNIC, GENERATIONAL AND FAITH DIFFERENCES AND TO BRINGING THE COMMON CONCERNS OF THEIR INSTITUTIONSINTO THE PUBLIC LIFE OF THE COMMUNITY AS THEY DEVELOP THE CAPACITY TO ACT COLLECTIVELY AND "STAND FOR THE WHOLE."

MISSION:

THE FOUNDATION IS EXCLUSIVELY ORGANIZED TO FOSTER, PROMOTE, SUPPORT, DEVELOP, ENCOURAGE AND MAINTAIN A SPECIFIC CHARITABLE, EDUCATIONAL OR RELIGIOUS PURPOSE OR FUNCTION OF, OR AS AUTHORIZED IN THE CHARTER OF, THE JEWISH FEDERATION OF METROPOLITION CHICAGO.

MISSION:

THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES AMBULANCE AND PARAMEDIC SERVICES.

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TO RAISE AND HOLD ECONOMIC RESOURCES FOR THE DIRECT BENEFIT OF SOUTHWESTERN ILLINOIS COLLEGE.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to interpret, collect and preserve the historical heritage of a specific geographic location.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the residential options exclusively for older adults who want to have a simpler, maintenance-free lifestyle and enjoy the company of peers with common interests, or who require a moderate amount of support in the activities of daily living to maintain independent living.

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MEMBER ORGANIZATION FORMED TO PROMOTE THE BANKING INDUSTRY IN THE STATE OF ILLINOIS THROUGH EDUCATION, PROVIDING PRODUCTS, SERVICES & PUBLICATIONS, AND PROVIDING LEGISLATIVE RELATION SERVICES FOR THE INDUSTRY.

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PROVIDE THE HIGHEST QUALITY MUSIC EDUCATION. REACH INDIVIDUALS WHERE OPPORTUNITIES ARE LIMITED.

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.

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BERNARDIN SENIOR HOUSING CORPORATION PROVIDES HOUSING AND SERVICES FOR THE ELDERLY, TO MEET THEIR PHYSICAL, SOCIAL, AND PSYCHO-SOCIAL NEEDS.

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TO FURNISH WATER SUPPLY FACILITIES FOR DRINKING AND GENERAL DOMESTIC USE TO RURAL COOPERATIVE MEMBERS. NOT OPERATED FOR PROFIT.

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 IHSA GOVERNS THE EQUITABLE PARTICIPATION IN INTERSCHOLASTIC ATHLETICS AND ACTIVITIES THAT ENRICH THE EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE. THE PURPOSE OF THE IHSA IS TO PROVIDE LEADERSHIP FOR THE DEVELOPMENT, SUPERVISION AND PROMOTION OF GOOD SPORTSMANSHIP IN INTERSCHOLASTIC COMPETITION AND OTHER ACTIVITIES IN WHICH MEMBER SCHOOLS CHOOSE TO ENGAGE. PARTICIPATION IN SUCH INTERSCHOLASTIC ACTIVITIES OFFERS ELIGIBLE STUDENTS EXPERIENCES IN AN EDUCATIONAL SETTING WHICH PROVIDE ENRICHMENT TO THE EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCE.

MISSION:

NEGOTIATE WAGES AND BENEFITS FOR THE ORGANIZATION'S MEMBERSHIP.

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:

WE UNIQUELY SELECT, TRAIN, & MENTOR ACADEMICALLY AMBITIOUS STUDENTS FROM UNDER-RESOURCED COMMUNITIES TO COMPLETE COLLEGE & BECOME THE NEXT GENERATION OF LEADERS WHO WILL TRANSFORM THEIR NEIGHBORHOODS & OUR CITY.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE MAINTENANCE & RECREATIONAL FACILITIES & SERVICES TO THE COMMUNITY.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR THE BENEFIT OF LOW TO MODERATE INCOME INDIVIDUALS THROUGH THE OPERATION OF GIDEON COURT APARTMENTS, A 150-UNIT HUD ASSISTED PROJECT IN DEKALB, ILLINOIS.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE SERVICES AND PROGRAMS FOR HOMELESS INDIVIDUALS. THE ORGANIZATION'S CURRENT PROGRAMS PROVIDE TRANSITIONAL, RAPID REHOUSING, AND PERMANENT HOUSING IN PHILADELPHIA, PERMANENT SUPPORTIVE HOUSING IN NEW ORLEANS AND ST. LOUIS, PROGRAMS FOR HOMELESS UNIVERSITY STUDENTS IN CHICAGO, NEW YORK CITY, AND PHILADELPHIA, DAY/RESOURCE CENTERS WITH DIVERSE PROGRAMMING IN LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS, MACON, GEORGIA, AND LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN MACON, GA; LITTLE ROCK, AR; AND PHILADELPHIA, PA.

MISSION:

THE FOUNDATION IS AN ORGANIZATION COMMITTED TO MAKING A POSITIVE IMPACT BY SUPPORTING THE WELL-BEING OF WOMEN AND TEENS IN UNDER-RESOURCED COMMUNITIES IN THE U.S. AND BEYOND.