The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Akron

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SUPPORTED THE MANAGEMENT AND OPERATIONS OF THE KAULIG COMPANIES CHAMPIONSHIP WITH HUNDREDS OF VOLUNTEERS AND TOGETHER WITH NORTHERN OHIO GOLF CHARITIES FOUNDATION RAISED MORE THAN 1.23 MILLION FOR NORTHEAST OHIO CHARITIES.

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TO PROMOTE THE FATERNAL, BENEVOLENT AND PATRIOTIC ACTIVITIES OF THE AMERICAN LEGION, TO SUPPORT COMMUNITY AND YOUTH THROUGH CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES AND TO PROVIDE SOCIAL AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES FOR AMERICAN LEGION MEMBERS. THE ORGANIZATIONS PRIMARY EXEMPT PURPOSE IS TO FUNCTION AS A VETERANS ORGANIZATION.

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The goal of this organization is to develop leadership skills and good citizenship practices in youngsters who are interested in service to others.

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The goal of this organization is to seek to ensure the broad participation of community residents in government decision making and the political process.

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TO PROVIDE SAFE, DECENT, AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO SINGLE MEN AND WOMEN WITH A CHRONIC DISABILITY IN AKRON OH.

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THE WORLD KASHMIR AWARENESS FORUM ENVISION A DOMECRATIC JAMMU AND KASHMIR THAT EXCERCISES ITS RIGHT TO SELF-DETERMINATION WITH ALL ITS CITIZENS LIVING IN PEACE, DIGNITY, AND SECURITY WITH EQUAL RIGHTS.

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The goal of this organization are the organizations, sometimes referred to as public charities, that derive their funding or support primarily from the general public in carrying out their social, educational, religious or other charitable activities serving the common welfare. Although public foundations may provide direct charitable services to the public as other nonprofits do, their primary focus is on grantmaking.

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THE MISSION OF THE SAFETY FORCES SUPPORT CENTER IS TO INCORPORATE ITS SPECIALIZED UNDERSTANDING OF, AND EXPERIENCE IN, THE SAFETY PROFESSIONS TO PROVIDE CONFIDENTIAL EMOTIONAL, MENTAL HEALTH AND SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELING, AND SPIRITUAL AND MATERIAL ASSISTANCE, FREE OF COST TO LAW ENFORCEMENT AND FIRE SAFETY PERSONNEL, EMS, DISPATCHERS AND THEIR FAMILIES. TO FULFILL THIS MISSION SFSC OFFERS CORE SERVICES INCLUDING COUNSELING, SUPPORT, EDUCATION, LAW ENFORCEMENT/SAFETY FORCES ADVOCACY, AND EMERGENCY SUPPORT DURING TRAUMATIC INCIDENTS.

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The goal of this organization is to maintain cemeteries, or provide burial or funeral services for charitable purposes.

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SUMMIT ARTSPACE IS A COMMUNITY-BASED NONPROFIT ARTS INCUBATOR THAT PROVIDES A NURTURING ENVIRONMENT FOR ARTISTS AT ALL PHASES OF THEIR CREATIVE JOURNEYS. VITAL RESOURCES INCLUDE PHYSICAL SPACE, ARTIST-CENTERED PROGRAMS AND PUBLIC EVENTS. SUMMIT ARTSPACE PARTNERS WITH THE COUNTY OF SUMMIT, WHICH OWNS ITS HISTORIC AKRON BUILDING, TO OFFER ARTIST STUDIOS FOR RENT, GALLERIES FOR EXHIBITIONS, CLASSROOMS FOR WORKSHOPS, OFFICES FOR ARTS ORGANIZATIONS, AND PERFORMANCE AND EVENT SPACE. A.STUDIO AND OFFICE SPACE ENABLES VISUAL, PERFORMING AND LITERARY ARTISTS TO INTERACT IN A SUPPORTIVE, GROWING COMMUNITY. B.SUMMIT ARTSPACE OFFERS EDUCATIONAL AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS FOR ESTABLISHED AND EMERGING ARTISTS, AS WELL AS CREATIVE EXPERIENCES FOR ALL AGES. THE ARTISTS AS ENTREPRENEUR INSTITUTE-A COHORT-BASED MULTI-WEEK PROGRAM TO ASSIST CREATIVES IN LAYING THE FOUNDATION OF BUSINESS OPERATIONS -IS A SIGNATURE PROGRAM. C.WORKSHOPS AND PUBLIC EVENTS ARE OFFERED AT FREE OR REDUCED FEES TO ENC

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The goal of this organization is to bring together individuals or organizations with a common professional or vocational interest within the Arts, Culture, and Humanities major group area.

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The goal of this organization is to enable students who demonstrate financial need to obtain the financial assistance they require to meet their educational and living expenses while in school.

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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 EMPOWER, ENCOURAGE, AND EDUCATE YOUTH TO MAKE AND KEEP HEALTHY LIFESTYLE CHOICES.

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The goal of this organization is to support the passage of legislation which assigns legal rights to the unborn and seeks to criminalize the termination of unwanted pregnancies.

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The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people to satisfy their inner needs and enhance their spiritual growth through organized worship or through other devotional activities under the auspices of one of the group of religious faiths that is based on the teachings of Jesus Christ. Use this code for Christian denominations that are not specified below as well as their ministries, missions or missionary activities; bible camps and schools. (rev. 11/04)

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FAMILY PROMISE WELCOME HOME HELPS HOMELESS FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN STAY TOGETHER AND ACHIEVE SUSTAINABLE INDEPENDENCE.

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SUPPORT EXCELLENCE IN PEDIATRIC MINIMAL ACCESS SURGERY & ENDOSCOPY THOUGH EDUCATION & RESEARCH. PROVIDE FORUM FOR EXCHANGE OF IDEAS IN PEDIATRIC MINIMAL ACCESS & TO ENCOURAGE/SUPPORT DEVELOPMENT OF STANDARDS OF TRAINING & PRACTICE.

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REBUILDING TOGETHER NORTHEAST OHIO TRANSFORMS LIVES BY IMPROVING THE SAFETY AND HEALTH OF LOW-INCOME SENIORS, VETERANS, AND DISABLED HOMEOWNERS THROUGH REPAIRS AND MODIFICATIONS THAT ALLOW THEM TO AGE IN PLACE.