The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Michigan

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 UPKEEP OF 1,200 ACRES OF NATURAL HOMESTEAD SURROUNDING TWO LAKES, BIG RAINBOW AND LITTLE RAINBOW, IN SOUTHERN GRATIOT COUNTY, MICHIGAN, INCLUDING BEACH AREAS, COMMON GROUNDS, AND A DAM.

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GRANTING WISH TRIPS TO TERMINALLY ILL AND LIFE LIMITED CHILDREN.

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PROVIDE A PLACE FOR GOD TO TRANSFORM AND HEAL HIS BRIDE, THE CHURCH, THROUGH RELIGIOUS RETREATS.

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FOUNDED IN PARTNERSHIP WITH GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE, NOORTHOEK ACADEMY IS DEDICATED TO PROVIDING A CONTINUING EDUCATION PROGRAM IN THE ARTS AND SCIENCES FOR STUDENTS WITH LEARNING CHALLENGES WHO WANT TO PURSUE THEIR EDUCATION IN A COLLEGE SETTING AFTER HIGH SCHOOL. THE GRAND RAPIDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE ALLOWS NOORTHOEK TO USE ITS CLASSROOMS, BIOLOGY LAB, GREEN ROOF, AND LIBRARY WITHOUT CHARGE.

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CELEBRATION OF CITY BIRTHDAY TO CONDUCT BUSINESS PURSUANT TO AND IN CONNECTION WITH CELEBRATING ANNIVERSARIES OF THE INCORPORATION OF THE CITY OF LIVONIA, MICHIGAN; FURTHER, BY WAY OF EXAMPLE, BUT NOT LIMITATION: TO CONDUCT PICNICS, DINNER-DANCES, SPORTS EVENTS, PARADES, CARNIVALS AND TO SELL TICKETS FOR ALL OF THE FOREGOING TO PROMOTE PAGEANTS; TO HIRE BANDS AND ORCHESTRAS; TO RENT ANY PREMISES NECESSARY FOR THE STAGING OR HOLDING OF ANY CIVIC FUNCTION CONNECTED OR RELATE TO ANY OF THE FOREGOING; TO PURCHASE NECESSARY SUPPLIES, MERCHANDISE, FOOD AND BEVERAGES; TO SELL AND DISPENSE SOUVENIRS, FOOD, SOFT DRINKS, AND BEER.

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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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The goal of this organization are the religious organizations whose form of Christian faith and practice originated with the principles of the Reformation. Use this code for Protestant churches as well as their ministries, missions or missionary activities; bible camps and schools; and bible distribution programs.

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CONNECTING THOSE IN NEED TO JESUS CHRIST THROUGH THE MINISTRIES OF HIS CHURCH. TO SERVE THE NEEDS OF THE LOWER INCOME, AT RISK, AND SENIOR PERSONS IN THE GREATER BYRON CENTER AREA.

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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).

MISSION:

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

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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THE MISSION OF WILDERNESS TRAILS ZOO IS TO STRENGTHEN FAMILY BONDS AND TO PROMOTE CONSERVATION OF THE NATURAL WORLD. WE STRIVE TO REACH OUR GOAL THROUGH: HANDS-ON AND CLOSE UP EXPERIENCES WITH ANIMALS, PROMOTING HARMONY BETWEEN NATURE AND DEVELOPMENT THROUGH EXAMPLE. PROMOTING PUBLIC AWARENESS OF CONSERVATION ISSUES AND TO EDUCATE HOW EASY IT CAN BE TO HELP WITH KNOWLEDGE AND UNDERSTANDING OF ANIMALS. CREATING NEW AND INNOVATIVE EXHIBITS WITH PLENTY OF RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES. CREATE AN ENVIRONMENT IN WHICH WHICH EMPLOYEES CAN USE AND EXPAND THEIR KNOWLEDGE OF THE ANIMAL KINGDOM AND SHARE THIS KNOWLEDGE WITH THE PUBLIC IN A FUN, FAMILY FRIENDLY ATMOSPHERE. THE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR HANDS-ON ANIMAL ENCOUNTERS AND THE NATURAL SURROUNDING OF THE ZOO HAVE ALWAYS BEEN REGARDED AS COMMUNITY TREASURES. HUNDREDS OF SCHOOL GROUPS VISIT THE ZOO EACH SPRING AND THOUSANDS OF FAMILIES MAKE THE ZOO A TRADITIONAL VISIT FOR SUMMER VACATION. AREA RESIDENTS APPRECIATE THE SERVICES THAT THE ZO

MISSION:

TO OPERATE A 24 HRS RESIDENTIAL CARE PROGRAM TO ADULTS WITH MENTAL ILLNESS

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TO EFFECTUATE ECONOMIC EQUALITY FOR UNDERSERVED, AT-RISK RESIDENTS AND FAMILIES IN DETROIT MI

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The goal of this organization are the membership organizations that are engaged in promoting the interests of the veterans or active or retired military personnel who are their members.

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TO PERPETUATE THE HISTORIC SIGNIFICANCE OF THE MANITOU BEACH COMMUNITY THROUGH EDUCATION COMMUNITY PROGRAMS.

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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The goal of this organization is to raise and distribute funds for multiple organizations within the Education major group area.

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TO PROMOTE AND ENCOURAGE GROWTH IN TOURISM RESEARCH.