The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Pennsylvania

MISSION:

TO ACQUIRE, CONSTRUCT, DEVELOP, OWN AND MAINTAIN AN ANIMAL RESCUE CENTER, WHICH WILL HOUSE A PUBLIC VETERINARY CLINIC, SHELTER ADOPTION AREA, LOST AND FOUND AREA, TRAINING AND PUBLIC MEETING ROOMS, AS WELL AS STAFF AND VOLUNTEER AREAS LOCATED ON CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY KNOWN BY THE COMMON STREET ADDRESS OF 6926 HAMILTON AVENUE, PITTSBURGH, ALLEGHENY COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA AND TO LEASE THE PROPERTY TO THE HUMANE ANIMAL RESCUE, A PENNSYLVANIA NON PROFIT CORPORATION.

MISSION:

PROVIDE CIVIC EDUCATION PROGRAMS TO TEACHERS AND STUDENTS

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PCADV IS THE OLDEST STATEWIDE DOMESTIC VIOLENCE COALITION IN THE NATION. EACH YEAR, ITS NETWORK OF 59 LOCAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROGRAMS PROVIDES FREE AND CONFIDENTIAL DIRECT SERVICES TO NEARLY 80,000 VICTIMS AND SURVIVORS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, AND THEIR CHILDREN, IN ALL 67 COUNTIES OF THE COMMONWEALTH. TOGETHER, THE LOCAL PROGRAMS AND THE STATEWIDE COALITION WORK COLLABORATIVELY TO DELIVER A CONTINUUM OF SERVICES, SUPPORT, AND SYSTEMS TO HELP VICTIMS AND SURVIVORS FIND SAFETY, OBTAIN JUSTICE, AND BUILD LIVES FREE OF ABUSE.PCADV PASSES THROUGH 90% OF ITS CORE FUNDING TO 59 LOCAL DOMESTIC VIOLENCE PROGRAMS WHICH USE THESE FUNDS TO DELIVER A BREADTH OF SURVIVOR-CENTERED SERVICES TO PENNSYLVANIANS EXPERIENCING DOMESTIC VIOLENCE. AT THE SAME TIME, PCADV PROVIDES INFRASTRUCTURE AND BUILDS CAPACITY FOR THE LOCAL PROGRAMS THROUGH TRAINING, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE, AND STATEWIDE SYSTEMS ADVOCACY AND PUBLIC AWARENESS.

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:

TO PROCURE, MAINTAIN, AND DECORATE A CEMETERY AT OR NEAR JOHNSTOWN, PENNSYLVANIA, TO BE USED AS A PLACE OF BURIAL IN ACCORDANCE WITH BY-LAWS AND RULES AND REGULATIONS OF THE CORPORATION.

MISSION:

TO BUILD AND MAINTAIN A HIKING AND BIKING TRAIL ON THE ACQUIRED RIGHT-OF-WAY OF THE ABANDONED MONTOUR RAILROAD.

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 ENHANCE LIVES, MAXIMIZE FUNCTION, INSPIRE HOPE, AND PROMOTE DIGNITY AND WELL-BEING.

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 PRESERVE AND STRENGTHEN TOWNSHIP GOVERNMENT AND TO SECURE GREATER VISIBILITY AND INVOLVEMENT FOR TOWNSHIPS IN THE STATE AND FEDERAL POLITICAL ARENAS.

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WORKING IN PARTNERSHIP WITH PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES AND THEIR FAMILIES, EASTER SEALS WESTERN AND CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA'S MISSION IS TO CREATE SOLUTIONS THAT CHANGE THE LIVES OF CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES AND OTHER SPECIAL NEEDS THROUGH THE PROVISION OF SPECIALIZED CONSUMER-DRIVEN PROGRAM/SERVICES.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE HEALTHCARE, CULTURAL AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES, AND ROOM AND BOARD FOR RESIDENTS.

MISSION:

PROVISION OF RETIREE HEALTH AND OTHER WELFARE BENEFITS TO PLAN PARTICIPANTS.

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THE MISSION OF SPECIAL OLYMPICS IS TO PROVIDE YEAR-ROUND SPORTS TRAINING AND COMPETITION IN A VARIETY OF OLYMPIC-TYPE SPORTS FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES, GIVING THEM CONTINUING OPPORTUNITIES TO DEVELOP PHYSICAL FITNESS, DEMONSTRATE COURAGE, EXPERIENCE JOY, AND PARTICIPATE IN A SHARING OF GIFTS, SKILLS, AND FRIENDSHIP WITH THEIR FAMILIES, OTHER SPECIAL OLYMPICS ATHLETES, AND THE COMMUNITY.

MISSION:

ENGAGES IN COMMUNITY, ECONOMIC AND REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT, INCLUDING NEIGHBORHOOD PLANNING.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE FREE PUBLIC LIBRARY SERVICES TO THE COMMUNITY AT ITS MAIN LOCATION AND THREE BRANCHES LOCATED IN PLAINS AND WILKES-BARRE, PA

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.

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The goal of this organization is to operate inpatient facilities, also known as convalescent hospitals and nursing homes, that provide skilled nursing and personal care over an extended period of time for people who are no longer in an acute phase of their illness.

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THE MISSION OF LIGUORI ACADEMY IS TO PREPARE FUTURE LEADERS THROUGH INDIVIDUALIZED LEARNING IN A COMMUNITY THAT OFFERS BOUNDLESS OPPORTUNITIES. LIGUORI ACADEMY USES INDIVIDUALIZED CURRICULA TO DRIVE THE INSTRUCTIONAL APPROACH EACH STUDENT NEEDS. BY COMBINING COMPUTER-BASED COURSEWORK AND COLLABORATIVE CLASSROOM ENVIRONMENTS, STUDENTS ENCOUNTER INNOVATIVE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES CENTERED AROUND THEIR INDIVIDUAL NEEDS. WE OFFER A COMPREHENSIVE CURRICULUM UNIQUE TO EACH STUDENT ENSURING THAT THEY ARE CAREER AND COLLEGE READY. OUR APPROACH OF HAVING A CURRICULUM THAT INCLUDES SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL LEARNING AT THE FOUNDATION MAKES US DISTINCTIVE IN SECONDARY EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTIONS. WE EMPHASIZE MINDFULNESS, SELF-AWARENESS, SELF-MANAGEMENT AND SOCIAL AWARENESS SKILLS. EXECUTIVE SKILLS SUCH AS TEAMWORK, CRITICAL THINKING AND INITIATIVE ARE PRESENTED TO STUDENTS ALONGSIDE RIGOROUS ACADEMIC COURSEWORK. STUDENTS AT LIGUORI ACADEMY GRADUATE CAREER AND COLLEGE READY.

MISSION:

ERIE HOMES FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS OPERATES AS A PRIVATE, NON-PROFIT AGENCY PROVIDING PROGRAMS FOR INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL AND PHYSICAL DISABILITIES.