The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Rhode Island

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 REDUCE THE INCIDENCE OF INFECTIOUS DISEASES AND PROMOTE THE DEVELOPMENT OF GLOBALLY ACCESSIBLE VACCINES IN THE DEVELOPING WORLD

MISSION:

TO ASSIST RHODE ISLANDERS WITH DIFFERING ABILITIES IN THEIR EFFORTS TO ACHIEVE FULL INCLUSION IN SOCIETY AND TO EXERCISE THEIR CIVIL AND HUMAN RIGHTS THROUGH THE PROVISION OF LEGAL ADVOCACY.

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The goal of this organization is to provide foundation-level learning for children (usually age two through five and four and one half or five respectively) prior to entering the formal school setting.

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PROVIDENCE STUDENT UNION BUILDS STUDENT POWER TO IMPROVE OUR EDUCATION AND WELL-BEING. WE ENVISION A TRUE UNION FOR STUDENTS" THAT INCREASES YOUNG PEOPLE'S COLLECTIVE POWER AND ENSURES OUR FRUSTRATIONS, DEMANDS, AND DREAMS ARE HEARD. AT PSU, YOUNG PEOPLE GROW AS LEADERS, ORGANIZERS, AND ADVOCATES FOR JUSTICE IN ALL FORMS, TODAY AND THROUGHOUT THEIR LIVES.

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TRAIN AND EDUCATE INDIVIDUALS IN SPECIALIZED SKILLS TO QUALIFY FOR EMPLOYMENT.

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EDUCATION, STRENGTHEN COMMUNITIES, AND ALLEVIATE POVERTY IN LIBERIA. WORKING WITH LUTHERAN CHURCHES AND THE COMMUNITIES OF NORTH CENTRAL LIBERIA, WE SERVE CHILDREN AND FAMILIES NEAR THE CITY OF GBARNGA. AS STEWARDS OF LAND DONATED BY THE LUTHERAN CHURCH IN LIBERIA, WE PROVIDE A SAFE, NURTURING EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT ON A 15-ACRE SCHOOL CAMPUS INCLUDING CLASSROOMS, RESIDENCES FOR STUDENTS AND STAFF, ATHLETIC FIELDS, CHAPEL, AND MEDICAL CLINIC TO SERVE THE COMMUNITIES SURROUNDING GBARNGA. WE INTEGRATE THE TRANSFORMING POWER OF CHRISTIAN FAITH , VALUES, AND SERVANT- LIVING INTO THE CURRICULA AND DAILY LIVES OF STUDENTS AND STAFF WHILE EMBRACING EXCELLENCE IN ALL WE DO. BY ADDRESSING NEEDS SUCH AS CLEAN WATER, SANITATION, ELECTRICITY, HYGIENE, NUTRITION AND OTHER INEQUITIES OF POVERTY, WE STRIVE TO MINIMIZE BARRIERS TO A CHILDS EDUCATION.

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The goal of this organization are the organizations like chambers of commerce, business leagues and commercial trade associations whose members are businessmen and women and merchants who have affiliated for the purpose of promoting the general commercial interests of the community or the interests of their own trade. [Many of these are found in section 501(c)(6) business leagues; and 501(c)(6) chambers of commerce.]

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The goal of this organization is the fund-raising entity for a single institution within the Philanthropy, Voluntarism & Grantmaking Foundations major group area.

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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.

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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 FOUNDATION WAS CREATED FOR THE SPECIFIC PURPOSE OF IMPROVING THE LIVES OF THE RESIDENTS OF PAWTUCKET, RI. MANY PROGRAMS AND PROJECTS WILL ALSO BY EXTENSION BENEFITING RESIDENTS OF THE NEIGHBORING CITY OF CENTRAL FALLS, RI. THE FOUNDATION WILL CREATE, DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT PROGRAMS AND RESOURCES DESIGNED TO MOBILIZE THE PRIVATE SECTOR IN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.

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TO PROVIDE SANCTUARY FOR ANIMALS AND CULTIVATE A COMPASSIONATE COMMUNITY

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TO MAINTAIN THE HOMESTEAD AND ARTIFACTS GIFTED TO THE NSHS. TO PRESERVE HISTORICAL DOCUMENTS AND ARTIFACTS OF THE TOWN OF NORTH STONINGTON. TO CREATE AWARENESS OF THE HISTORY OF NORTH STONINGTON.

MISSION:

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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HELPING SENIOR CITIZENS OF LITTLE COMPTON AND TIVERTON REMAIN IN THEIR HOMES SAFELY FOR AS LONG AS POSSIBLE. STAY AT HOME PROVIDES A SERVICE DIRECTORY, MEDICAL EQUIPMENT, AFFORDABLE CAREGIVING, AND TRANSPORTATION SERVICES TO SENIORS IN THE RURAL COMMUNITY.

MISSION:

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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TRADE ASSOCIATION THAT SERVES THE FOOD INDUSTRY THROUGH EDUCATION, MEMBERS SERVICES AND PROVIDING A UNIFIED VOICE FOR THE INDUSTRY BEFORE STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS.

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TO ADVOCATE FOR THE IMPORTANT ROLE ARTS EDUCATION PLAYS IN PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT AND IN THE OVERALL IMPROVEMENT OF SOCIAL, ECONOMIC AND CULTURAL SYSTEMS.