The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Philadelphia

MISSION:

OUR MISSION IS TO INSPIRE, DEVELOP, AND PROVIDE QUALITY, EVIDENCE-BASED EDUCATION, RESEARCH, AND OTHER CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES IN ANIMAL TRAINING AND BEHAVIOR.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people of all ages to learn, become competitive in and enjoy the organized recreational activity, sport or game of their choice. These programs may be offered by local clubs devoted to a particular activity or sport; may provide individual or team coaching assistance or instruction, access to equipment and facilities, and uniforms, if necessary; and may sponsor or make arrangements for athletes to participate in amateur competitions, usually at the local or regional level, and provide officials for games. These events are generally for the enjoyment of the athletes and are not at a high enough competitive level to be considered spectator sports.

MISSION:

TO PROMOTE THE LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT, ECONOMIC AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES, SOCIAL EQUALITY, AND TO SAFEGUARD THE GENERAL HEALTH AND WELFARE OF BLACK DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING PEOPLE.

MISSION:

FUND THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION OF THE 1616 LATIMER STREET PROPERTY, WHICH HAS STANDING IN THE NATIONAL REGISTER OF HISTORIC PLACES AS A CONTRIBUTING PROPERTY TO THE RITTENHOUSE HISTORIC DISTRICT

MISSION:

URBAN ART GALLERY HAS REPLENISHED THE COMMUNITY WITH SOME FREE PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN, SUCH AS VOCAL LESSONS, MUSIC LESSONS, AND ARTS AND CRAFT, WHICH ALLOW CHILDREN TO EXPRESS THEMSELVES ARTISTICALLY AND BUILDING ONE COMMUNITY.

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 MISSION OF THE HAMILTON BRIDGE CLUB IS TO PROVIDE A CONGENIAL VENUE FOR MEMBERS TO PLAY CONTRACT AND OTHER FORMS OF THE GAME OF BRIDGE AND TO FURTHER INTEREST AND PARTICIPATION IN THE GAME OF BRIDGE.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to acquire, preserve, research and exhibit collections of objects including documents, tools, implements and furnishings that have significance in helping to interpret or understand the past.

MISSION:

COLLABORATIVE NETWORK TO SUPPORT & SERVE THE CHILDHOOD CANCER COMMUNITY.

MISSION:

THE ALLIANCE IS A TRADE ASSOCIATION THAT SUPPORTS ORGANIZATIONS THAT PROVIDE HUMAN SERVICES IN THE AREA OF BEHAVIORAL HEALTH, INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES AND AUTISM. THE ALLIANCE WORKS TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY AND SUSTAINABILITY OF SERVICES, PROVIDE A VOICE FOR OUR MEMBER AGENCIES AND THE PEOPLE THEY SERVE AND CREATE A VENUE FOR COLLABORATION AND INFORMATION SHARING.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the organizations whose members are followers of the religion of eastern and central Asia that is based on the teachings of Gautama Buddha which stress that suffering is inherent in life and that one can achieve nirvana (release from suffering) through mental and moral self-purification. Includes Zen.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to operate associations for male and female students which are chapters of national or international organizations, have secret rites and restricted membership, and may undertake, as a part of their activities, community improvement or charitable projects.

MISSION:

TEMPESTA DI MARE IS A SELF-LED BAROQUE ORCHESTRA AND CHAMBER ENSEMBLE WITH A MISSION TO INSPIRE AND ENLIGHTEN THROUGH CONCERTS, RECORDINGS AND BROADCASTS.

MISSION:

ODIN FORWARD'S MISSION IS TO IMPROVE THE LIVES OF LOW INCOME INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES RESIDING IN INNER CITY PHILADELPHIA THROUGH TOOLS, EDUCATION AND PROGRAMMING FOR FINANCIAL, HEALTH, WELLNESS, JOB AND CAREER PATH SKILLS.

MISSION:

SEE ATTACHED NOTE. INLIQUID'S CORE COMMUNITIES SERVED CONSIST OF EMERGING, MID-CAREER, PROFESSIONAL ARTISTS, DESIGNERS, CURATORS FROM ACROSS THE REGION AND DIVERSE AUDIENCES THROUGHOUT PHILADELPHIA.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people of all ages to learn, become competitive in and enjoy the organized recreational activity, sport or game of their choice. These programs may be offered by local clubs devoted to a particular activity or sport; may provide individual or team coaching assistance or instruction, access to equipment and facilities, and uniforms, if necessary; and may sponsor or make arrangements for athletes to participate in amateur competitions, usually at the local or regional level, and provide officials for games. These events are generally for the enjoyment of the athletes and are not at a high enough competitive level to be considered spectator sports.

MISSION:

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.

MISSION:

TO IMPROVE THE LIVES OF PEOPLE IN THE PHILADELPHIA REGION BY SUPPORTING DEMOCRATICALLY ORGANIZED BUSINESSES, PROMOTING THE INTERNATIONAL COOPERATIVE MOVEMENT AND GROWING THE COOPERATIVE ECONOMY.

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.