The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Kansas

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WE ARE DEDICATED TO PROVIDING A NURTURING, COMPASSIONATE AND THRIVING ENVIRONMENT FOR INDIVIDUALS AFFECTED BY ALCOHOL AND OTHER DRUGS. WE OFFER THEM AN OPPORTUNITY TO EASE THEIR TURMOIL THROUGH EDUCATION, TREATMENT AND THE RECOVERY PROCESS.

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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 ORGANIZATIONS MISSION IS TO ADVANCE SCHOLARSHIP AND LEADERSHIP, TO ENABLE ALL SHAWNEE MISSION STUDENTS TO ACHIEVE THEIR POTENTIAL.

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VISIT TOPEKA INCREASES TOURISM'S ECONOMIC IMPACT ON TOPEKA THROUGH DESTINATION DEVELOPMENT AND BRAND MANAGEMENT. IT IS OUR JOB TO PROMOTE THE CITY OF TOPEKA. EACH YEAR, THOUSANDS OF VISITORS COME TO TOPEKA TO VISIT FRIENDS AND FAMILY, ATTEND A BUSINESS CONVENTION OR ASSOCIATION CONFERENCE, TO PARTICIPATE IN A SPORTING EVENT AND AS PART OF A GROUP MOTOR COACH TOUR. VISIT TOPEKA MARKETS OUR CITY AND ITS ATTRACTIONS TO EACH OF THESE VISITOR SEGMENTS AND WORKS DIRECTLY WITH MEETING AND SPORT EVENT PLANNERS TO BRING NEW BUSINESS TO TOPEKA. WE RELY ON PARTNERSHIPS WITH LOCAL BUSINESSES TO PROVIDE PLANNERS AND VISITORS WITH UP-TO-DATE INFORMATION AND TIMELY CONTENT.

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EMPOWERING FAMILIES THROUGH A CONTINUUM OF BEHAVIOR HEALTH SERVICES

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THE BALLARD CENTER, A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION, PARTNERS WITH FAMILIES TO ACHIEVE STABILITY THROUGH EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION AND NEEDS-BASED SERVICES.

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PROVIDE TEENS A SAFE, FUN AND AFFORDABLE ESTABLISHMENT FREE OF ALCOHOL, DRUGS, & TOBACCO & PROVIDE AN ENVIRONMENT WHERE TEENS FEEL WELCOME & ARE FREE TO HAVE FUN & BE THEMSELVES.

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HOME SERVICES AND FRIENDSHIP MEALS FOR SENIOR CITIZENS

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TO SUPPORT THE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS OF ITS MEMBER COLLEGES BY RECEIVING AND ACCEPTING PROPERTY TO BE ADMINISTERED EXCLUSIVELY FOR CHARITABLE PURPOSES, PRIMARILY IN CONNECTION WITH THE PROMOTION AND SUPPORT OF EDUCATION AND ENCOURAGEMENT OF UNDERGRADUATE AND ADVANCED EDUCATION PROGRAMS IN KANSAS, AND TO ASSIST SUCH PROGRAMS IN UNDERGRADUATE AND ADVANCED EDUCATION PROGRAMS IN KANSAS, AND TO ASSIST SUCH PROGRAMS IN PERFORMING THE EDUCATIONAL NEEDS OF KANSAS AND TO PROMOTE THEIR GENERAL WELFARE AND FUNDING FOR SUCH PROGRAMS.

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

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THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES SCHOLARSHIPS AND OTHER EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT TO LOCAL STUDENTS AND THE SCHOOL DISTRICT

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AN INTERACTIVE DAY SERVICE THAT EMPLOYS ADULTS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES.

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THE INTERNATIONAL BROTHERHOOD OF ELECTRICAL WORKERS (IBEW) REPRESENTS MEMBERS WHO WORK IN A WIDE VARIETY OF FIELDS, INCLUDING UTILITIES, CONSTRUCTION, BROADCASTING, MANUFACTURING, RAILROADS AND GOVERNMENT. THE IBEW LOCAL UNION 304 MISSIONS IS TO ORGANIZE ALL WORKERS IN THE ELECTRICAL INDUSTRY, TO PROMOTE REASONABLE METHODS OF WORK, TO CULTIVATE FEELINGS OF FRIENDSHIP AMONG THOSE OF THE ELECTRICAL INDUSTRY TO SETTLE ALL DISPUTES BETWEEN EMPLOYERS AND EMPLOYEES BY ARBITRATION (IF POSSIBLE); TO ASSIST EACH OTHER IN SICKNESS OR DISTRESS; TO SECURE EMPLOYEMENT; TO SEEK SECURITY FOR THE INDIVIDUAL; AND BY LEGAL AND PROPER MEANS TO ELEVATE THE MORALE, INTELLECTUAL AND SOCIAL CONDITIONS OF OUR MEMBERS, THEIR FAMILIES AND DEPENDENTS, IN THE INTEREST OF HIGHER STANDARD OF CITIZENSHIP.

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EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION. THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES RECREATIONAL AND SOCIAL ACTIVITIES FOR MEMBERS AS WELL AS THE SALE OF WORK-RELATED SUPPLIES, CLOTHING, AND

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THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION IS TO MANAGE AND GROW ASSETS FOR ITS PARENT ORGANIZATION, LEGACY CHRISTIAN CHURCH, FOR PURPOSES OF ENHANCED MINISTRY. IN THIS REGARD THE ORGANIZATIONS' MOST SIGNIFICANT ACTIVITY IS TO FUNCTION AS AN ENDOWMENT FUND, INVESTING FOR GROWTH AND INCOME.

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PROVIDE A VEHICLE BY WHICH INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES, BUSINESSES, AND ORGANIZATIONS CAN FINANCIALLY SUPPORT THE NEEDS OF THEIR COMMUNITIES. SOLICIT FUNDS AND EDUCATE POTENTIAL DONORS ABOUT THE ADVANTAGES OF GIVING FOR BOTH THE DONOR AND THEIR COMMUNITY.

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SMOKY HILL RIVER WILDLIFE SANCTUARY, INC. MAINTAINS LAND IN ELLSWORTH COUNTY, KANSAS FOR WILDLIFE HABITAT AND SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH. THE GOAL OF THE ORGANIZATION IS FOR EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS AND INDIVIDUALS TO DO SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH ON THE STUDY OF PLANTS AND ANIMALS ON THE LAND.

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THE PURPOSE OF THIS ORGANIZATION IS TO PROVIDE HOUSING FOR A SORORITY EXEMPT UNDER 501(C)(7) INCLUDING PROVIDING FOR UPKEEP, WAGES, & UTILITIES.

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SUPPORT THE PROGRAMS OF MENNONITE BETHESDA SOCIETY, INC. IN PROVIDING RESIDENTIAL CARE NURSING HOME SERVICES TO THE ELDERLY.

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PRESERVE AND IMPROVE EYESIGHT; PROMOTE THE SCIENCE AND PROFESSION OF OPTOMETRY; TO ENCOURAGE SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH; TO AFFILIATE KANSAS OPTOMETRISTS.