The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Tennessee

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THE IVY CENTER PROVIDES SCHOLARSHIPS TO DESERVING YOUNG LADIES AND YOUNG MEN IN THE COMMUNITY. THE IVY CENTER PROVIDES CONTRIBUTIONS TO PUBLIC CHARITIES TO SUPPORT THEIR PROGRAMS. IT ALSO OPERATES SEVERAL PROGRAMS FOR THE BENEFIT OF OTHER CHARITIES.

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HILLCREST HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION IS A NON-PROFIT CORPORATION ORGANIZED TO IDENTIFY SOURCES OF SOLICITING, RECEIVING, HOLDING, ADMINISTERING, INVESTING AND DISBURSING FUNDS TO OR FOR THE EXCLUSIVE BENEFIT OF HILLCREST HEALTHCARE COMMUNITIES, INC.

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TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO ADULTS WITH MENTAL RETARDATION.

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ORGANIZE, PROMOTE AND OPERATE COMMUNITY MARKETS TO SUPPORT AND ENHANCE LOCAL AGRICULTURE AND FOOD SERVICES

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TO PROVIDE SHELTER AND CARE FOR CHILDREN FROM BROKEN HOMES

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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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OUR MISSION IS TO SERVE JESUS CHRIST BY MOBILIZING BELIEVERS TO MEET THE PHYSICAL AND SPIRITUAL NEEDS OF THE WORLD'S POOR. WE DO THIS BY PLANNING AND CONDUCTING SHORT-TERM MISSION PROJECTS IN THE US AND ABROAD, WHILE ALSO PROVIDING FOR CHILDREN IN NEED THROUGH OUR HOLD SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM, WHICH GIVES ESSENTIAL SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN IN HAITI, JAMAICA, AND GUATEMALA.

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FRIENDS OF THE KNOX COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY IS A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT SUPPORTS A VISION OF AN EXCELLENT, FREE, PUBLIC LIBRARY AVAILABLE TO EVERYONE. WE ARE A GROUP OF COMMITTED INDIVIDUALS WHO ADVOCATE AND RAISE SUPPORT FOR ALL 18 LOCATIONS OF THE LIBRARY SYSTEM. OUR MEMBERS CONTRIBUTE FUNDS THROUGH ANNUAL DUES AS WELL AS THROUGH DONATIONS AND DONATE TIME THROUGH VOLUNTEERING. THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE IN OUR COMMUNITY BENEFIT FROM THE LIBRARY PROGRAMS WE SUPPORT THROUGHOUT KNOX COUNTY.

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THE CIVIC DESIGN CENTERS MISSION IS TO ADVOCATE FOR CIVIC DESIGN VISIONS AND ACTIONABLE CHANGE IN COMMUNITIES TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR ALL.

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THE TROUSDALE SCHOOL SERVES HIGH FUNCTIONING ADULTS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES BY PROVIDING ACADEMICS, LIFE SKILLS, AND OCCUPATIONAL DEVELOPMENT FOR THE PURPOSE OF LEARNING INDEPENDENCE.

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TO PROVIDE SUPPORT TO TAX-EXEMPT SECTION 501 (C) 3 ORGANIZATIONS THAT ASSIST WITH INDIVIDUALS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES IN TENNESSEE

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The goal of this organization is to provide housing or shelter services where the major purpose is unclear enough that a more specific code cannot be accurately assigned.

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CITY LEADERSHIP EXISTS TO RECRUIT, DEVELOP, & CATALYZE LEADERS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CITY OF 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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JOBS FOR TENNESSEE GRADUATE'S MISSION IS TO IDENTIFY STUDENTS WHO FACE BARRIERS TO GRADUATION, GUIDING EACH ONE TOWARD POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION, A MEANINGFUL CAREER, AND PRODUCTIVE ADULTHOOD. JTG SPECIALISTS TEACH THE JOBS FOR AMERICA'S GRADUATES (JAG) MODEL DURING A STUDENT'S SENIOR YEAR, THEN ADD A 12-MONTH FOLLOW UP TO ENSURE SUCCESS AFTER HIGH SCHOOL. AMONG THE SKILLS OBTAINED FOR COLLEGE/WORKFORCE: LEADERSHIP ; JOB INTERVIEW SKILLS/RESUME WRITING; FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY; DRESS ETIQUETTE; COMMUNITY SERVICEJTG'S PURPOSE IT TO IMPROVE YOUNG LIVES FOREVER.

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The goal of this organization is for named trusts not classified elsewhere. (rev. 11/04)

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THE ORGANIZATION PROMOTES AND MANAGES VARIOUS FOXHUNTING & STEEPLECHASE EVENTS DURING THE YEAR FOR ITS MEMBERS.

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The goal of this organization is to ensure that communities have a clean and healthful environment that is free from air and water pollution, pesticides and other hazardous substances, damaging radiation and excessive levels of noise.

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COMMUNITY NOT-FOR-PROFIT CEMETERY, BURIALS AND MAINTENANCE

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The goal of this organization is to influence public policy within the Environment major group area.