The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Kansas City

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NCES PARTNERS WITH CHRISTIAN FAMILIES AND CHURCHES TO PROVIDE A GOD-CENTERED DISCIPLESHIP-BASED SCHOOL WITH ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE AND A BIBLICAL WORLDVIEW, EQUIPPING STUDENTS TO SERVE AND INFLUENCE THE WORLD FOR CHRIST

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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.

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THE MOST SIGNIFICANT ACTIVITY IS TO OPERATE A SPORTS MUSEUM AND TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN THE NEGRO LEAGUES BASEBALL MUSEUM AS THE CENTRAL REPOSITORY FOR AFRICAN AMERICAN BASEBALL HISTORY.

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RIVER OF REFUGE EMPOWERS WORKING POOR FAMILIES WITH FINANCIAL SECURITY THROUGH INTERIM HOUSING

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TO REDEVELOP A CHURCH PROPERTY IN THE CENTRAL CORE OF KANSAS CITY, MO, FOR OFFICES OF HEARTLAND PRESBYTERY, AN AREA HEADQUARTERS OF THE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (USA) AND FOR 501(C)(3) AGENCIES AND PROGRAMS SERVING THE COMMUNITY IN WHICH THE PROPERTY IS LOCATED.

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THE ATCHISON YMCA QALICB, INC. IS A PUBLIC BENEFIT CORPORATION FORMED FOR THE PURPOSE OF PURCHASING AND RENOVATING A BUILDING KNOWN AS THE ATCHISON FAMILY YMCA LOCATED IN ATCHISON, KANSAS.

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KANSAS CITY INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY IS COMMITTED TO EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION, INSPIRING AND EMPOWERING CHILDREN FROM ALL NATIONALITIES AND DIVERSE BACKGROUNDS, GIVING THEM THE FOUNDATION THEY NEED TO ACHIEVE THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF SUCCESS IN LIFE.

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TRADE ASSOCIATION FOR COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY. THE ASSOCIATION SERVES 650 MEMBERS IN WESTERN MISSOURI AND EASTERN KANSAS.

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THE PURPOSE OF THE FOUNDATION IS TO SUPPORT FINANCIALLY THE SPIRITUAL, EDUCATIONAL, AND OTHER CHARITABLE NEEDS OF THE CATHOLIC COMMUNITY BY PROVIDING OPPORTUNITIES FOR PEOPLE TO FUND CAUSES CONSISTENT WITH THE MISSION OF THE DIOCESE OF KANSAS CITY-ST. JOSEPH THAT ARE MOST MEANINGFUL TO THEM.

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EVERY DAY, MISSOURIANS ARE DENIED ACCESS TO THE BASIC RIGHTS TO WHICH THEY ARE ENTITLED UNDER THE LAW, SIMPLY BECAUSE THEY CANNOT AFFORD AN ATTORNEY. LEGAL AID PROVIDES FREE CIVIL LEGAL ASSISTANCE TO PEOPLE WHO NEED IT MOST AND CAN AFFORD IT LEAST WITHIN A 40-COUNTY AREA WHERE 300,000 PEOPLE LIVE IN POVERTY.

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URBAN ACTION PARTNERS, INC. WAS FORMED FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR LOW-INCOME SENIORS, PROVIDING FINANCING FOR REHABILITATION OF URBAN CORE HOUSING, PROVIDING TEMPORARY FINANCING FOR NON-PROFITS SERVING THE URBAN CORE AND OTHER SERVICES TO NON-PROFITS AND URBAN CORE NEIGHBORHOODS.

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VNA FOUNDATION IS ORGANIZED AND OPERATED EXCLUSIVELY FOR CHARITABLE PURPOSES BY CONDUCTING OR SUPPORTING ACTIVITIES FOR THE BENEFIT OF OR TO PROMOTE HOME HEALTH AND THE VNA.

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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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INSPIRED BY CHRISTIAN FAITH, BISHOP SULLIVAN CENTER SHOWS GOD'S LOVE TO PEOPLE IN FINANCIAL HARDSHIP BY PROVIDING FOOD, HELP IN FINDING JOBS, AND OTHER AID. BEYOND MATERIAL ASSISTANCE, BISHOP SULIVAN CENTER STRIVES TO BUILD RELATIONSHIPS BETWEEN THOSE WHO LIVE IN POVERTY AND THOSE WHO DO NOT, PROMOTING MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING AND AFFIRMING THE DIGNITY OF ALL.

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SHERWOOD AUTISM CENTER'S MISSION IS TO EMPOWER CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH AUTISM AND RELATED DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITES TO MAXIMIZE THEIR POTENTIAL IN FAMILY AND COMMUNITY LIFE. WHILE AUTISM REMAINS AN IMPORTANT AREA OF EXPERTISE AND FOCUS, THE AGENCY SERVES CHILDREN AND ADULTS OF ALL AGES WITH A WIDE RANGE OF NEEDS AND DISABILITIES.

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PROVIDE LONG TERM FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR COMPREHENSIVE MEDICAL AND VOCATIONAL SERVICES FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES IN THE GREATER KANSAS CITY METROPOLITAN COMMUNITY.

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THE BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY ASSOCIATION (BTA) IS AN INTERNATIONAL NOT-FOR-PROFIT TRADE ASSOCIATION SERVING INDEPENDENT DEALERS, VALUE-ADDED RESELLERS, SYSTEMS INTEGRATORS, MANUFACTURERS AND DISTRIBUTORS IN THE OFFICE TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY. BTA HELPS ITS MEMBERS PROFIT THROUGH A WIDE VARIETY OF SERVICES, INCLUDING FREE LEGAL ADVICE AND GUIDANCE; BUSINESS BENCHMARKING STUDIES AND REPORTS; INFORMATION ON THE LATEST NEWS, TRENDS AND PRODUCTS IN THE INDUSTRY; STRONG EDUCATIONAL OFFERINGS; AND INDUSTRY-SPECIFIC PUBLICATIONS.

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PROVIDING COMPASSIONATE CARE TO BREAK CYCLES OF POVERTY FOR DIVERSE POPULATIONS INCLUDING A FOOD PANTRY, EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE, SAFETY NET DENTAL SERVICES, SOCIAL AND EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS TO ADDRESS CURRENT COMMUNITY NEEDS

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TO IMPROVE WORKING CONDITIONS IN THE PIPEFITTING INDUSTRY AND PROTECT MEMBERS FROM UNJUST AND INJURIOUS CONDITIONS AND TO ASSIST MEMBERS IN SECURING AND STABILIZING EMPLOYMENT.

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ORGANIZATION IS A 509(C)(3) FOR AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF MUSICAL STUDIES