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.

MISSION:

TO IMPROVE AND ENHANCE THE PHYSICAL, SOCIAL, AND ECONOMIC ENVIRONMENT OF THE EASTSIDE SECTION OF THE CITY OF KALAMAZOO, MICHIGAN TO THE ENDS THAT THE COMMUNITY MAY HAVE A MORE PLEASANT, ATTRACTIVE, SAFE AND CONVENIENT PLACE TO LIVE AND WORK, AND THAT THE CITY OF KALAMAZOO WILL PROSPER BY HAVING A FIRST-RATE COMMUNITY IN ITS EASTSIDE.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to preserve and protect water resources from indiscriminate waste and ensure that the supply of quality water is adequate to meet the needs of the public, agriculture and industry. Also included are organizations that preserve and manage coastal lands including shorelines, coastal waters and lands extending inland from the shore which affect coastal waters; bays, lakes, rivers, wetlands, estuaries, watersheds and other aquatic habitats.

MISSION:

IVC PROVIDES A VARIETY OF SUPPORT TO OLDER AND DISABLED ADULTS WHO ARE STRUGGLING TO REMAIN SAFE AND INDEPENDENT IN THEIR OWN HOMES, THROUGH A DEDICATED TEAM OF VETTED, TRAINED AND SUPPORTED VOLUNTEERS.

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TO PROMOTE ETHICAL STANDARDS AMONG MORTGAGE INDUSTRY PROFESSIONALS BY PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL AND OTHER SERVICES TO MEMBERS AND TO THE PUBLIC.

MISSION:

PROSPERITY MICHIGAN IS THE NONPARTISAN VOICE ADVOCATING FOR ECONOMIC GROWTH AND OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL MICHIGANDERS, WE MAKE A PRO-OPPORTUNITY AGENDA FRONT AND CENTER WITH ELECTED OFFICIALS, CANDIDATES, AND VOTERS BY MOBILIZING CITIZENS AS A FORCE FOR A PROSPEROUS FUTURE.

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SWEDETOWN TRAILS CLUB (STC) IS DEDICATED TO PROVIDING THE BEST TRAIL EXPERIENCES POSSIBLE AT THE SWEDETOWN RECREATION AREA IN CALUMET, MICHIGAN. CLUB MEMBERS WORK TO CONNECT PEOPLE TO TRAILS, NATURE, AND EACH OTHER THROUGH OUTDOOR RECREATION. THE CLUB PROMOTES YEAR-ROUND NON-MOTORIZED SPORTS BY SUPPORTING TRAIL USE, DEVELOPMENT, MAINTENANCE AND RELATED SPORTS EDUCATION AT SWEDETOWN RECREATIONAL AREA. THE STC AND CALUMET TOWNSHIP WORK TOGETHER TO PROVIDE RESPONSIBLE, SUSTAINABLE, AND POSITIVE RECREATION AMENITIES FOR ALL TRAIL USERS.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to make available to members and their guests and facilities for recreational activities, sports and games. Also included are social clubs that provide opportunities for people to meet and socialize with their peers at dances, parties, picnics, barbecues and other companionable events; and special interest clubs which enable people to share hobbies or other interests with individuals with those same interests.

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VOCATIONAL SCHOOL WITH THE INTENT OF EQUIPPING UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES WITH THE SKILLS AND KNOW HOW. TRAINING FOR ADOLESCENTS AND ADULTS.

MISSION:

THE ORGANIZATION OPERATES A RENTAL HOUSING PROJECT FOR PERSONS OF LOW AND MODERATE INCOME.

MISSION:

DEVELOP AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND SUPPORT SERVICES IN TARGETED URBAN AREAS.

MISSION:

STRENGTHENING MICHIGAN'S HUMAN SERVICES SYSTEMS THROUGH ADVOCACY AND EDUCATION.

MISSION:

FRATERNITY WITH PHILANTHROPIC MISSION. GROUP RETURN FOR SEVENTEEN SALADIN SHRINER CLUBS.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide a wide variety of social services that are designed to support healthy family development, improve the familys ability to resolve problems and prevent the need for unnecessary placement of children in settings outside the home.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to operate organizations that provide educational programs within the formal educational system or offered as an adjunct to the traditional school curriculum which help students succeed in school and prepare for life. Includes organizations that partner parents, families, schools, business and/or community leaders to broker resources for the benefit of local schools.

MISSION:

OUR MISSION IS TO UNIFY AND STRENGTHEN MICHIGAN'S RESPONSE TO CHILD VICTIMS OF ABUSE THROUGH SUSTAINABLE GROWTH, COLLABORATION, AND EMPOWERMENT OF CHILDREN'S ADVOCACY CENTERS (CACS). OUR VISION IS THAT ALL OF MICHIGAN'S CHILDREN WILL HAVE ACCESS TO A CAC.

MISSION:

PRESERVATION OF A NATIONALLY AND STATE-RECOGNIZED HISTORICAL STRUCTURE.

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TO PROVIDE CHILDREN IN FOSTER CARE MENTORING AND CAMP PROGRAMS. GIVING THOSE CHILDREN THAT HAVE BEEN ABUSED OR NEGLECTED A SAFE AND LOVING SPACE.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people to learn and become competitive in archery; fly or bait fishing; game bird, game fowl, or game animal hunting; fox hunting; and/or the use of firearms on the target range.

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.