The Nonprofit Ecosystem in New Orleans

MISSION:

WILLWOODS COMMUNITY'S PRIMARY PURPOSE IS TO MINISTER THE CORPORAL AND SPIRITUAL WORKS OF MERCY. THEY ACHIEVE THIS PURPOSE BY PROVIDING FAITH AND MARRIAGE PROGRAMS, PRAYER AND ADORATION SERVICES, AND MANAGING SEVERAL AFFORDABLE AND LOW INCOME HOUSING FACILITIES.

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THE STUART HALL SCHOOL IS AN INDEPENDENT CATHOLIC SCHOOL FOR BOYS FROM PRE-K THROUGH 7TH GRADE.

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TO SUPPORT TULANE'S PROGRAMS AND RESEARCH CONDUCTED BY CIPR

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TO PROVIDE HOLISTIC AND CLIENT-CENTERED SERVICES IN A SAFE ENVIRONMENT.

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ASSISTING CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES SINCE 1951 OUR MISSION (CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O) IS TO ASSIST PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AND THEIR FAMILIES IN FINDING AND MAKING EFFECTIVE USE OF RESOURCES WHICH WILL BE HELPFUL TO THEM IN DEVELOPING THEIR ABILITIES AND IN LIVING PURPOSEFUL LIVES.

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TO BE OPERATED FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE LOUISIANA SOCIETY FOR THE PREVENTION OF CRUELTY TO ANIMALS, WHICH OPERATES TO PREVENT CRUELTY TO ANIMALS.

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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.

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OUR LADY OF WISDOM FACILITY CORPOATION ("OWLOW FC") IS A 501(C)(3) ORGANIZED AS A TYPE I SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION OF NOTRE DAME HEALTH SYSTEM. NOTRE DAME HEALTH SYSTEM IS A LOUISIANA NON-PROFIT ENTITY SPONSORED BY THE ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH OF THE ARCHDIOCESE OF NEW ORLEANS. OLOW FC'S PURPOSE IS TO ACQUIRE, OWN, OPERATE, AND MAINTAIN THE REAL AND IMMOVABLE PROPERTY OF OUR LADY OF WISDOM HEALTHCARE CENTER("OLOW"). OLOW IS A NURSING CARE FACILITY OWNED BY NOTRE DAME HEALTH SYSTEM,THE SUPPORTED ORGANIZATION OF OLOW FC, THAT OPERATES A 138 BED, SKILLED AND INTERMIEDIATE NURSING FACILITY.

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THE MISSION OF NSNO IS TO ACHIEVE EXCELLENT PUBLIC SCHOOLS FOR EVERY CHILD IN (SEE SCHEDULE O) NEW ORLEANS BY ATTRACTING AND PREPARING TALENT TO TEACH AND LEAD, LAUNCHING AND SUPPORTING OPEN-ENROLLMENT PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOLS, AND ADVOCATING FOR ACCOUNTABLE AND SUSTAINABLE HIGH-QUALITY PUBLIC SCHOOLS.

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The goal of this organization is to operate inpatient facilities, also known as convalescent hospitals and nursing homes, that provide skilled nursing and personal care over an extended period of time for people who are no longer in an acute phase of their illness.

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The goal of this organization is to build, rehabilitate, manage and/or provide rental housing for low-income individuals and families, older adults and people with disabilities; or which make purchasable housing available to low or moderate income families by offering lower priced housing and/or affordable payment plans, by arranging for interest or mortgage subsidies or by involving eventual owners in the construction process (sweat equity).

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APPRECIATIVE OF OUR RICH HISTORY, FOCUSED ON THE FUTURE, KNOWLEDGEABLE OF OUR SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY AND COMMITTED TO OUR MISSION, THE DRYADES YMCA REMAINS STEADFAST INOUR CAUSE TO STRENGTHEN THE LIVES OF THE PEOPLE AND THE COMMUNITIES WE SERVE. OUR FOCUS IS YOUTH DEVELOPMENT, HEALTHY LIVING, AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY. WE OFFER AFFORDABLE CHILDCARE, PRE-K THROUGH EIGHT GRADE EDUCATION, AND ADULT WORKFORCE SKILLS TRAINING IN ADDITION TO AFTER SCHOOL AND SUMMER ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS. SINCE 1905, WE HAVE BEEN PERSISTENT AND UNWAVERING IN OUR COMMITMENT TO SERVE, EDUCATE, NURTURE, CULTIVATE AND SUPPORT YOUTH AND ADULTS THROUGHOUT GREATER NEW ORLEANS. EACH YEAR OVER 1,500 PEOPLE MOST OF THEM CHILDREN AND TEENS COME TO THE Y TO LEARN, GROW AND THRIVE. WE COUNT ON THE GENEROSITY OF OUR FUNDERS AND PARTNERS TO KEEP OUR DOORS OPEN TO WHOEVER NEEDS A PLACE TO GO TO BECOME EMPOWERED TO BE MORE HEALTHY, CONFIDENT, CONNECTED AND SECURE.

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THE ST. ALOYSIUS HOLDINGS CORPORATION IS ORGANIZED TO HOLD TITLE TO REAL (CONTINUED ON SCH. O) PROPERTY AND COLLECT INCOME FROM THESE PROPERTIES.

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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 ORGANIZATION PROVIDES HOUSING FOR LOW-INCOME, ELDERLY, AND HANDICAPPED INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES.

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TO PROMOTE & ADVANCE PRINCIPLES OF TRADE UNIONISM: IMPROVE WAGES/HOURS OF WORK; INCREASE JOB SECURITY; MAKE BETTER WORKING CONDITIONS; ASSURE FULL EMPLOYMENT; INCREASE INDUSTRY STABILITY; ORGANIZE THE UNORGANIZED: EDUCATE ITS MEMBERSHIP; & NEGOTIATE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENTS.

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COVENANT HOUSE NEW ORLEANS (THE ORGANIZATION) IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION AFFILIATED WITH SIMILAR ORGANIZATIONS IN OTHER LOCATIONS, ALL OF WHICH ARE AFFILIATES OF COVENANT HOUSE INTERNATIONAL (PARENT AFFILIATE). THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION OF SERVING RUNAWAY, HOMELESS AND AT RISK YOUTH WITH ABSOLUTE RESPECT AND UNCONDITIONAL LOVE IS FULFILLED BY OFFERING SHELTER, FOOD, CLOTHING, COUNSELING, MEDICAL ATTENTION, CRISIS INTERVENTION, AND AN ARRAY OF OTHER SUPPORTIVE SERVICES. IN THE SPIRIT OF OPEN INTAKE, SERVICES ARE OFFERED TO ALL YOUTH WHO SEEK HELP, WITH A PRIORITY OF CONCERN A COMMITMENT TO THOSE FOR WHOM NO OTHER SERVICE IS AVAILABLE. DURING THE PAST YEAR THE ORGANIZATION'S AVERAGE CENSUS WAS 191 KIDS SERVED PER DAY/NIGHT.

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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 ORGANIZATION IS AN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION ORGANIZED TO IMPROVE STUDENT LEARNING, INCREASE LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL STUDENTS, ENCOURAGE THE USE OF INNOVATIVE TEACHING METHODS AND A VARIETY OF GOVERNANCE, MANAGEMENT, AND ADMINISTRATIVE STRUCTURES, BE MORE THOROUGHLY ACCOUNTABLE FOR EDUCATIONAL RESULTS, AND CREATE NEW PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR TEACHERS AND OTHER EMPLOYEES.

MISSION:

THE ALGIERS CHARTER SCHOOL ASSOCIATION, INC., IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE ORLEANS PARISH SCHOOL BOARD, HAS ELECTED TO ESTABLISH CHARTER SCHOOLS TO ADDRESS THE EDUCATIONAL NEEDS OF FAMILIES WHO ARE SEEKING EDUCATIONAL ALTERNATIVES TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF EDUCATION FOR STUDENTS.