The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Detroit

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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PROVIDE FREE LEGAL ASSISTANCE TO INDIGENT AND LOW INCOME PERSONS

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PROTECT & RESTORE LAND, AIR, WATER & DIVERSITY OF LIFE THROUGH INFORMED PERSONAL & PUBLIC ACTION.

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The goal of this organization is to enhance the aesthetic characteristics of the built environment by acquiring and preserving open spaces for public enjoyment; planting trees, flowers and shrubs in public places; conducting recycling and roadside cleanup campaigns; and engaging in other environmental beautification activities.

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TO SUPPORT AND ENHANCE THE E. WARREN COMMERCIAL CORRIDOR AND ADJACENT NEIGHBORHOOD.

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WE ADVANCE THE MISSIONS OF MICHIGAN NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS THAT SERVE LOW INCOME INDIVIDUALS AND COMMUNITIES THROUGH PRO BONO AND LOW COST LEGAL AND OTHER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, ORGANIZATIONAL DEVELOPMENT, AND TRUSTED GUIDANCE.

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KEEP GROWING DETROIT EXISTS TO PROMOTE A FOOD SOVEREIGN CITY WHERE THE MAJORITY OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES DETROITERS CONSUME ARE GROWN BY RESIDENTS WITHIN THE CITY'S LIMITS.

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TO PROVIDE RETIREE ACCIDENT AND HEALTH CARE BENEFITS TO ELIGIBLE FORMER, EMPLOYEES OF MICHIGAN CAT AND THEIR SPOUSES

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TO PROVIDE SERVICES TO THE NEEDY IN A TARGETED DETROIT AREA.

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THE MISSION OF EASTERN MARKET DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION IS TO DEVELOP BUSINESSES AND OTHER RESOURCES WITHIN THE EASTERN MARKET DISTRICT.

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LABOR ORGANIZATION- COLLECTIVE BARGAINING ON BEHALF OF THE MEMBERS OF ROOFERS LOCAL #149.

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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 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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TO OWN AND DEVELOP LAND IN THE 7 MILE AND MEYERS AREA OF THE CITY OF DETROIT.

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TO CARE FOR ANY PERSON IN NEED BY PROVIDING COUNSELING, ADVOCACY AND MATERIAL ASSISTANCE WHEN POSSIBLE AND APPROPRIATE, AND TO RESPOND TO OTHER HUMAN NEEDS IN THE COMMUNITY.

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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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WE PROVIDE SERVICES THAT CONNECT PEOPLE TO RESOURCES AND PROGRAMS THAT PROMOTE SENIOR INDEPENDENCE, HOUSING STABILITY AND HEALTHY COMMUNITIES.

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TO EMPOWER PEOPLE TO LAUNCH IDEAS AND GROW BUSINESSES BY PROVIDING ACCESS TO EDUCATION, RESOURCES AND A SUPPORTIVE ENGAGED COMMUNITY.

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MERCY EDUCATION PROJECT IS A FEMALE-CENTRIC SPACE DEDICATED TO PERSONAL GROWTH AND STABILITY, WHERE QUALITY EDUCATION, ACCESS TO RESOURCES, ENCOURAGEMENT, AND EMPOWERMENT ARE THE VEHICLES FOR THEIR FUTURE SUCCESS. MEP BELIEVES EVERY WOMAN AND GIRL HAS THE RIGHT TO BOUNDLESS OPPORTUNITIES AND RESOURCES NECESSARY TO BE EDUCATED NO MATTER THEIR BACKGROUNDS, BELIEFS, OR SOCIO-ECONOMIC SITUATION.

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ACCOUNTING AID SOCIETYS MISSION IS TO HELP GROW AN ECONOMY FOR INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES AND SMALL BUSINESSES IN DETROIT AND SOUTHEASTERN MICHIGAN. WE DO THIS BY PROVIDING FREE TAX PREPARATION, SMALL BUSINESS FINANCIAL SERVICES, FINANCIAL COACHING AND CALL CENTER WORKFORCE TRAINING