The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Memphis

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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 provide a variety of recreational and social activities for young people with the objective of strengthening their religious values and meeting their spiritual needs as well as supporting their growth and development as individuals.

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The goal of this organization is to operate societies, professional councils, and other organizations that bring together individuals or organizations with a common professional or vocational interest within the Animal-Related major group area.

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THE COMMISSION IS THE OFFICIAL CITY/COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENCY FOR FILM AND TELEVISION. THE COMMISSION IS NOT AN ARTS AGENCY --NOR IS IT A TRADE ASSOCIATION. RATHER, THE COMMISSION OFFICE WORKS PRIMARILY TO ASSIST AND/OR RECRUIT FUNDED PROJECTS WHICH WILL ECONOMICALLY IMPACT MULTIPLE SECTORS OF THE LOCAL COMMUNITYLOCAL HIRES, LOCAL VENDORS, ETC.

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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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MUSIC EDUCATION - PROVIDING MUSIC EDUCATION AND LIFE SKILLS TO LOCAL YOUTH THROUGH PARTICIPATION IN FOUR ORCHESTRAS AND CITY WIDE WORKSHOPS.

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PROMOTE THE STUDY AND DISCUSSION OF ECONOMIC, POLITICAL, AND SOCIAL ISSUES IN THE MEMPHIS 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 MISSION OF ROTARY IS TO ENCOURAGE AND FOSTER THE IDEAL OF SERVICE AS A BASIS OF WORTHY ENTERPRISE.

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WE PROMOTE LITERACY BY ENCOURAGING THE INTRODUCTION OF BRAILLE TO ALL CERTIFIED VISUALLY IMPAIRED STUDENTS ENROLLED IN K12 PUBLIC SCHOOLS.

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DRESS FOR SUCCESS MEMPHIS IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION WHOSE MISSION IS TO EMPOWER WOMEN TO ACHIEVE ECONOMIC INDEPENDENCE OF BY PROVIDING A NETWORK OF SUPPORT, PROFESSIONAL ATTIRE AND THE DEVELOPMENT TOOLS TO HELP WOMEN THRIVE IN WORK AND IN LIFE.

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The goal of this organization is to offer new or second-hand furniture, appliances, clothing, toys and other material goods at lower than retail prices, and which often use the proceeds from sales to support other services to the community. Thrift shops accept direct donations from the public of new and reusable goods.

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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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THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION IS TO PROVIDE EDUCATION IN THE ARTS TO YOUNG ADULTS AND TO SUPPORT ARTISTS GENERALLY, PARTICULARLY THOSE FROM AN UNDERPRIVELEGED OR LOW-INCOME BACKGROUND OR WHO WOULD OTHERWISE FACE HARDSHIP OR BARRIERS TO ENTRY IN PURSUING ART AND ART EDUCATION OR IN ENTERING THE ART WORLD.

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TO ADVANCE STATE POLICIES AND PRACTICES THAT ENSURE ALL TENNESSEE CHILDREN FROM BIRTH THROUGH 3RD GRADE GET THE HIGH QUALITY EARLY EDUCATION THEY NEED TO POWER OUR STATE'S FUTURE.

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TO PROMOTE THE LEGAL PROFESSION IN MEMPHIS AND SHELBY COUNTY TENNESSEE.

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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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BUSINESS LEAGUE FOR RENTAL REAL ESTATE PROFESSIONALS

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The goal of this organization is to administer centralized fundraising efforts and then in turn distribute the contributed funds to several nonprofit agencies. United Way and community chests or funds, the United Jewish Appeal and other religious appeals are examples of federated giving programs. (rev. 1/05)

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The goal of this organization is to provide technical assistance, loans, loan guarantees and other forms of assistance to support the development and growth of a wide variety of business establishments in the community.