The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Kansas

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AS WE BEGAN WORKING WITH STUDENTS FROM OGDEN, KS IN 2010 WE STARTED TO SEE THAT POVERTY IN OUR COMMUNITY IS LARGELY GENERATIONAL. WE WATCHED STUDENTS WE WORKED WITH, WHO GREW UP IN LOW INCOME HOMES, BECOME ADULTS IN LOW INCOME SITUATIONS, AND EVENTUALLY RAISE THEIR OWN KIDS IN LOW INCOME HOMES. IN 2017 WE OPENED THE HOUSE CAFE INC. TO TRY AND INTERVENE IN THE GENERATIONAL POVERTY CYCLE. THROUGH THE SELLING OF FOOD AND DRINK ITEMS IN A LOCALLY OPERATED COFFEE SHOP. PROFITS, AS WELL AS GRANTS AND DONATIONS ARE USED TO FUND CHILDREN, YOUTH, AND COMMUNITY FOCUSED ENDEAVORS THAT EQUIP AND EMPOWER OGDEN CHILDREN AND YOUTH WITH RESOURCES, ABILITIES, AND EDUCATION TO ESCAPE A GENERATIONAL CYCLE OF POVERTY. THESE ENDEAVORS CONFRONT, WITHOUT LIMITATIONS, CONTRIBUTING FACTORS TO POVERTY SUCH AS DRUG ABUSE, HIGH CRIME RATES, LACK OF RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES, UNEMPLOYMENT, AND A LACK OF EDUCATION OR EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES, AND OTHER FACTORS WHICH CONTRIBUTE TO THE CONTINUATION OF THE POVERTY CYCLE.

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PROVIDE MEANINGFUL EMPLOYMENT FOR THOSE 16&UP WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES BY FOSTERING AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE EMPLOYEES ARE MENTORED,INSPIRED & EQUIPPED TO SUCCEED IN THEIR JOBS & THEIR LIVES BY OFFERING MADE-FROM-SCRATCH PRODUCTS & AN INCLUSIVE CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE

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SUPPORT OF THE GREAT PLAINS NATURE CENTER AND EDUCATIONAL EVENTS.

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The goal of this organization is to provide treatment services which may include emotional support, problem-solving assistance, information and guidance through a variety of counseling modalities for individuals who are having difficulty in coping with a traumatic experience or a personal relationship or in making the adjustments that are required by their particular stage in life.

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PROVIDES HISTORICAL DISPLAYS AND RELATED FACILITIES FOR THE REMOTE STRIP MINING LOCATION OF THE MAJOR ATTRACTION, THE WORLDS SECOND LARGEST ELECTRICAL SHOVEL USED IN MINING COAL.

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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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We could not find a description of this organization.

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PURCHASE AND DISTRIBUTION OF FOOD TO NEEDY FAMILIES EACH YEAR

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SUPPORT NON-PROFIT AND CIVIC ORGANIZATIONS WITHIN NORTON COUNTY, KANSAS AND SURROUNDING AREAS

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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.

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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 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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ELLSWORTH COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IS IMPROVING THE LIVES OF CITIZENS OF ELLSWORTH COUNTY THROUGH RECRUITMENT, RETENTION, AND EXPANSION OF GOODS AND SERVICES OFFERED IN ELLSWORTH COUNTY.

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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 is to provide science and technology research services where the major purpose is unclear enough that a more specific code cannot be accurately assigned.

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FRATERNITY OWNERSHIP OF PROPERTY AND PROVISION OF SERVICES TO FRATERNAL ORGANIZATION MEMBERS

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GRANT-MAKING ORGANIZATION FOCUSED ON LIFTING UP THE LIVES OF YOUNG PEOPLE.

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The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people to satisfy their inner needs and enhance their spiritual growth through organized worship or through other devotional activities under the auspices of one of the group of religious faiths that is based on the teachings of Jesus Christ. Use this code for Christian denominations that are not specified below as well as their ministries, missions or missionary activities; bible camps and schools. (rev. 11/04)

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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.

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The goal of this organization is to help youngsters develop their potential and grow into healthy, educated, responsible and productive adults.