The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Massachusetts

MISSION:

LOCATED IN WESTON, MASSACHUSETTS, WIGHTMAN TENNIS CENTER IS A UNIQUE PRIVATE TENNIS CLUB, OPERATING FOR THE BENEFIT OF ITS 300 MEMBER FAMILIES. SINCE 1970, WIGHTMAN HAS PROVIDED A FAMILY-FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE, OFFERING ACTIVITIES FOR INDIVIDUALS OF ALL AGES AND ABILITIES, CENTERED CHIEFLY AROUND TENNIS, SWIMMING, AND FITNESS.

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The goal of this organization is to acquire, preserve, research and exhibit collections of objects including documents, tools, implements and furnishings that have significance in helping to interpret or understand the past.

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The goal of this organization is to promote artistic expression within a particular ethnic community; work for the preservation and promotion of the traditions, values and lifestyles of different cultural groups; organize activities and events which promote cultural exchange locally or nationally; and encourage understanding and respect for different cultural heritages among the youthful members of the group as well as the mainstream population.

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PROVIDE AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR ELDERLY AND HANDICAPPED AND IS FINANCED BY THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HUD AND RURAL ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT.

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SCREENING FOR MENTAL HEALTH'S MISSION IS TO PROVIDE INNOVATIVE MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE USE RESOURCES, LINKING THOSE IN NEED TO QUALITY TREATMENT OPTIONS.THE ORGANIZATION RECRUITS EACH OF THE SCREENING SITES, PROVIDES THE MODEL FOR THE EVENT AND MAKES MATERIALS AVAILABLE FOR SITES IMPLEMENTING THE PROGRAM. ADDITIONALLY, ONLINE SCREENINGS ARE AVAILABLE TO COMMUNITY-BASED ORGANIZATIONS, HOSPITALS, COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES, WORKPLACES, AND MILITARY INSTALLATIONS WORLDWIDE, THUS BRINGING THE PROGRAM AND SERVICES TO AN EVEN LARGER AUDIENCE.

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THE MASSACHUSETTS FALLEN HEROES MEMORIAL FUND WAS FOUNDED IN 2010 BY DECORATED COMBAT VETERANS, GOLD STAR FAMILIES AND BOSTON FIREFIGHTERS WITH THE GOAL OF ERECTING A PERMANENT MEMORIAL HONORING THE MEN AND WOMEN OF MASSACUSETTS WHO GAVE THE LAST FULL MEASURE OF DEVOTION TO OUR COUNTRY SINCE 9/11. THE COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS HAS DESIGNATED MASS FALLEN HEROES AS THE OFFICIAL ORGANIZATION CHARGED WITH THIS RESPONSIBILITY. MASS FALLEN HEROES KNOWS, HOWEVER, THAT TO TRULY HONOR THE FALLEN AND THEIR FAMILIES, WE MUST ALSO CARE FOR THEIR FELLOW VETERANS. OVER 44,000 MASSACHUSETTS MEN AND WOMEN HAVE RISEN TO MILITARY SERVICE SINCE THE TERRORIST ATTACKS OF SEPTEMBER 11, 2001. TO SERVE OUR MASSACHUSETTS VETERANS AND FAMILIES OF THE FALLEN, MASS FALLEN HEROES PARTNERS WITH A NETWORK OF CIVILIAN, VETERAN AND NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS TO PROVIDE ACCESS TO EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS AND EMPLOYMENT, MEDICAL, LEGAL, FINANCIAL AND MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES.

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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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The goal of this organization is to provide education services where the major purpose is unclear cannot be accurately assigned.

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TO PROVIDE PUBLIC, EDUCATIONAL AND GOVERNMENTAL ACCESS PROGRAMMING OPERATING 3 PEG CHANNELS AS WELL AS PROVIDE TRAINING AND FACILITIES TO REVERE RESIDENTS AND ORGANIZATIONS TO PRODUCE THEIR OWN PEG PROGRAMMING.

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

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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.

MISSION:

TO PROMOTE SOCIAL WELFARE WITHIN THE MEANING OF SECTION 501(C)4 OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE,INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO: INFLUENCING THE PUBLIC DISCOURSE REGARDING COPYRIGHT ISSUES; ADVOCATING TO PROTECT THE OPEN, NEUTRAL INTERNET FROM THOSE WHO SEEK TO RESTRICT CREATIVITY; AND GENERALLY SEEKING TO ENCOURAGE INDIVIDUAL POWER AND FREEDOM.

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The goal of this organization is to conduct research and/or public policy analysis within the Environment major group area.

MISSION:

THE COALITION SUPPORTS NEEDY FAMILIES IN THE GREATER PLYMOUTH AREA TO BECOME SELF-SUFFICIENT BY PROVIDING EMERGENCY SHELTER, SKILLS BUILDING TO ENHANCE EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES, HOUSING SEARCH & STABILIZATION AND ONSITE SUPPORT SERVICES. IN ADDITION TO SHELTER SERVICES THE COALITION PROVIDES SUPPORT FOR LOW-INCOME HOUSEHOLDS THROUGH A FOOD PANTRY, A SECOND HAND GOODS EXCHANGE, A CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY FUND, GED PREPARATION, ESOL CLASSES AND REFERRALS TO OTHER HUMAN SERVICES AGENCIES.

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FRATERNAL ORGANIZATION BASED ON CHRISTIAN VALUES AND FELLOWSHIP, WHOSE MISSION IS TO RAISE FUNDS AND DONATE TIME AND TALENT TO ALREADY ESTABLISHED CHARITIES, RELIEF GROUPS AND PHILANTHROPIC ENDEAVORS.

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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.

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:

CONNECTED CARE OF SOUTHEASTERN MASSACHUSETTS WAS FORMED BY SOUTH SHORE HEALTH SYSTEM AND HARBOR MEDICAL TO OPERATE AS A NEXT GENERATION ACCOUNTABLE CARE ORGANIZATION (ACO) FOR MEDICARE BENEFICIARIES. THE ACO BRINGS TOGETHER THE HOSPITAL AND HEALTH CARE PROVIDERS TO PROVIDE HIGH QUALITY, COORDINATED CARE TO MEDICARE FEE-FOR-SERVICES PATIENTS.

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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.

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.