The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Tennessee

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to interpret, collect and preserve the historical heritage of a specific geographic location.

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The goal of this organization are the private foundations that use a bulk of their resources to provide charitable services or run charitable programs of their own. They make few, if any, grants to outside organizations and, like private independent foundations, they generally do not raise funds from the public.

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The goal of this organization is to provide access to the performing arts or a variety of art forms including the performing arts, and/or which present performing arts series.

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

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TO ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF EDUCATION FOR STUDENTS AT INDEPENDENCE HIGH SCHOOL THROUGH VARIOUS FUNDRAISING ACTIVITIES, TO HELP SUPPLEMENT PROGRAMS AND PROVIDE ADDITIONAL MATERIAL AND EQUIPMENT, WHICH FALL OUTSIDE THE SCHOOL BUDGET. ALSO, TO ENCOURAGE MORE PARENT INVOLVEMENT.

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PROVIDE FOR THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION AND ECONOMIC REVITALIZATION OF THE DOWNTOWN OFDAYTON, TENNESSEE AREA.ORGANIZED AND OPERATED EXCLUSIVELY FOR CHARITABLE PURPOSES WITHIN THE MEANING OFSECTION(C)(3), INTERNAL REVENUE CODE.

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TO PROTECT THE HERITAGE OF CHATTANOOGA THROUGH HISTORIC PRESERVATION EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY.

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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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TALS STRENGTHENS THE DELIVERY OF CIVIL LEGAL HELP TO VULNERABLE TENNESSEANS BY SIMPLIFYING THE SEARCH FOR CIVIL LEGAL HELP, BEING A LEADING & UNIFYING VOICE AND ESTABLISHING A CENTER FOR INNOVATION, TRAINING, & EXPERTISE.

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TO PROVIDE AID AND SUPPORT FOR VARIOUS NOT FOR PROFIT SENIOR HEALTHCARE FACILITIES.

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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.

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THE MISSION OF THE NASHVILLE BAR FOUNDATION IS TO SUPPORT AND EXPAND THE PROVISION OF LAW-RELATED EDUCATIONAL AND CHARITABLE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES THAT PROMOTE THE KNOWLEDGE, UNDERSTANDING, AND RESPECT FOR THE LAW AMONG STUDENTS, THE GENERAL PUBLIC, AND THE LEGAL COMMUNITY; TO PRESERVE THE HONOR AND INTEGRITY OF THE LEGAL PROFESSION; TO FOSTER COLLEGIALITY AMONG MEMBERS OF THE LEGAL PROFESSION; AND TO IMPROVE THE ADMINISTRATION OF JUSTICE THROUGHOUT THE GREATER NASHVILLE AREA.

MISSION:

THE AMERICAN COUNCIL OF ENGINEERING COMPANIES OF TENNESSEE PROVIDES LEADERSHIP ON THE BUSINESS ISSUES AFFECTING MEMBER COMPANIES CONSISTENT WITH THE FUNDAMENTAL CANONS OF OUR PROFESSIONAL PRACTICE.

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The goal of this organization is the production of concerts including barbershop singing groups, glee clubs/choir groups, childrens choirs and other singing ensembles.

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The goal of this organization is to work to promote the rights of employees to fair remuneration and safe working conditions.

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PROMOTE SOCIAL ECONOMIC JUSTICE THROUGH COLLECTIVE BARGAINING MEETINGS EDUCATION COMMUNICATION ORGANIZING COMMUNITY ACTION ADMINISTRATION MAINTENANCE OF PROPERTY ASSETS DELIVERY OF BENEFITS TO REPRESENTED MEMBERS FRATERNAL & SOCIAL ACTIVITIES & ACTIVITIES WHICH FURTHER COMMON INTERESTS OF THE MEMBERSHIP.

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THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES FOR COMMUNITY WORSHIP AND FELLOWSHIPTHE ORGANIZATION ALSO HELPS THOSE IN NEED

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TO PROVIDE EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING PROGRAMS UNDER THE WORKFORCE INVESTMENT ACT

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The goal of this organization are the organizations whose members are business and professional men and/or women or other individuals who have a common interest in improving the life of the community, which conduct fund-raising events to finance community service projects. Many service clubs are chapters of national or international organizations.

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PORTLAND PAY IT FORWARD STRIVES TO MEET THE BASIC NEEDS OF OUR LOCAL COMMUNITY WITH A NON-JUDGMENTAL ATTITUDE & NO QUESTIONS ASKED POLICY. DURING OUR BIWEEKLY FOOD GIVEAWAYS, WE PROVIDE PRODUCE, MEAT, DRY GOODS,& OTHER FOOD ITEMS FREE OF CHARGE TO ANY PORTLAND RESIDENT IN NEED.