The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Traverse City

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.

MISSION:

IMPLEMENT LOCAL SOLUTIONS TO GLOBAL ISSUES AT THE INTERSECTION OF ECOLOGY, EDUCATION, AND DESIGN.

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:

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 AND INCREASE MUSICAL KNOWLEDGE AND MUSIC APPRECIATION TO THE PUBLIC.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to train people in the specific skills they will need to obtain employment in a particular industry or which provide work experience for youth or others who have no employment history.

MISSION:

THE CORPORATION IS ORGANIZED EXCLUSIVELY AS A CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION WITHIN THE MEANING OF INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE CODE THE CODE SECTION 501C3, OR THE CORRESPONDING SECTION OF ANY FUTURE FEDERAL TAX CODE, FOR THE PURPOSE OF: 1 PROMOTING AND ENCOURAGING HEALTH, FITNESS, FAMILY RECREATION AND COMPETITION FOR ALL INDIVIDUALS IN THE COUNTIES OF GRAND TRAVERSE, KALKASKA, LEELANAU, ANTRIM AND BENZIE, THROUGH THE ACTIVITIES OF RUNNING, RACE-WALKING, AND WALKING 2 PROMOTING AND CONDUCTING COMPETITIVE RACES OR OTHER RUNNING/WALKING EVENTS 3 EDUCATING THE PUBLIC AS TO THE HEALTH BENEFITS OF RUNNING AND WALKING 4 PRESENTATION OF AWARDS AND GRANTING OF EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS AND COMMUNITY GRANTS 5 PARTICIPATION IN AND/OR INSTITUTION OF RESEARCH PROJECTS RELATING TO ITS EXEMPT ACTIVITIES 6 MAINTAINING MEMBERSHIP IN THE ROAD RUNNERS CLUB OF AMERICA, INC., A NONPROFIT CORPORATION EXEMPT FROM TAXATION UNDER SECTION 501C3 OF THE CODE, AND 7 DOING ALL OTHER THINGS AND EXERCISING ALL CORPORATE POWERS

MISSION:

TO RELIEVE HUMAN SUFFERING THROUGH FAITH-BASED EQUINE ASSISTED EXPERIENTIAL SERVICES.

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TO CREATE AND SUPPORT ONE TO ONE MENTORING RELATIONSHIPS THAT IGNITE THE POWER AND PROMISE OF YOUTH.

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HELPING PEOPLE SHAPE BETTER COMMUNITIES THROUGH PARTICIPATION, EDUCATION, INFORMATION AND THE EFFECTIVE USE OF TECHNOLOGY. LIAA ALSO OPERATES THE LOCAL PUBLIC ACCESS CABLE CHANNELS 189 AND 191.

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:

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:

THE GRAND TRAVERSE BAY WATERSHED INITIATIVE, INC. ADVOCATES FOR CLEAN WATER IN THE GRAND TRAVERSE BAY AND ACTS TO PROTECT AND PRESERVE THE BAY'S WATERSHED.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE AFFORDABLE ELDERLY HOUSING IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE NATIONAL HOUSING ACT.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE SINGLE MOMS WITH REFERRALS TO FAITH-BASED NON-GOVERNMENTAL AND GOVERNMENTAL AID ORGANIZATIONS TO ESTABLISH TRANSITIONAL HOUSING, AND TO EDUCATE SINGLE MOMS THROUGH FAITH-BASED PROGRAMMING, MENTORING, AND PROFESSIONAL CONSULTATIONS. THE ORGANIZATION ALSO CONSULTS WITH CHURCHES, COMMUNITIES, AND OTHER FAITH-BASED ORGANIZATIONS ABOUT THE NEEDS OF SINGLE MOMS AND WAYS THEY CAN AID SINGLE MOMS AND THEIR FAMILIES.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE SUPPORT TO AREA'S 501 C 3'S THAT PROVIDE FOR HOUSING SUPPORT AND TEACH INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS TO ADULTS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES.

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BRICKWAYS' MISSION IS TO IMPROVE THE LIVES OF THOSE WITH PHYSICAL AND DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES BY PROVIDING HOUSING OPTIONS BY ADAPTING TO THEIR INDIVIDUAL NEEDS AND BY MAXIMIZING THEIR POTENTIAL IN WAYS THAT INTEGRATE THEIR LIVES WITH THE COMMUNITY AROUND THEM.

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MICHAEL'S PLACE PROVIDES SUPPORT AND ADVOCACY FOR THOSE WHO ARE GRIEVING AND EDUCATES THE COMMUNITY ON GRIEF ISSUES.

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WE OPERATE A THRIFT STORE & FOOD PANTRY WITH MOSTLY VOLUNTEERS. WE HELP THE POOR, HUNGRY, & HOMELESS AS POSSIBLE.

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.