The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Houston

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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CIVIC & SOCIAL WELFARE ORGANIZATION - PROMOTING THE COMMON GOOD AND GENERAL WELFARE OF THE PUBLIC AND MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY THROUGH THE MAINTENANCE AND MANAGEMENT OF THE ASSOCIATION AND THE PROPERTY,AND PROVIDING SERVICES TO THE COMMUNITY.

MISSION:

TO DETER CRIME IN SPECIFIC AREAS IN HOUSTON BY HAVING OFF-DUTY UNIFORMED HOUSTON LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICERS SERVE THE RESIDENTS 24/7. THE OFFICERS WILL PATROL THE AREA OF APPROX 2,000 HOMES IN POLICE PATROL TYPE VEHICLES.

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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 operate centers which offer, at a single location, a variety of recreational facilities such as athletic fields and courts, a gymnasium, a swimming pool and public lockers. Recreational centers usually offer an organized program of activities for community residents and provide all necessary equipment.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to acquire, preserve, research, exhibit and provide for the educational use of works of art, objects or artifacts that are related to the study of zoology, biology, botany, mineralogy, geology and other natural sciences; history; archeology; or science and technology.

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THE SCIENCE ENGINEERING FAIR OF HOUSTON WAS FOUNDED FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING RECOGNIZED PUBLIC AND PRIVATE AND PAROCHIAL JUNIOR HIGH STUDENTS A COMPETITIVE OUTLET TO DISPLAY SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING.

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The goal of this organization is to develop, maintain and make available to the general public recreational areas which are equipped with athletic fields and courts, campgrounds, picnic areas and a variety of recreational trails such as bridle trails, hiking trails, off-the-road vehicle trails and snowmobile trails.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide multipurpose centers or services that meet the needs and interests of a particular target population.

MISSION:

HOPE HOUSE BEGAN AS A LATE-STAGE RECOVERY MINISTRY, BUT THESE DAYS, ITS MISSION OF COMMUNITY TRANSFORMATION THROUGH THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST IS BEING ACCOMPLISHED THROUGH PROGRAMS LIKE AFTER SCHOOL TUTORING/MENTORING, BOY SCOUTS, BIBLE STUDIES, AND THE ONGOING COMMITMENT

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.

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JAZZ HOUSTON PROMOTES THE CULTIVATION OF JAZZ MUSIC GLOBALLY THROUGH PERFORMANCE, EDUCATION, AND COMMUNITY OUTREACH, AND HONORS HOUSTONIANS AND TEXANS WHO HAVE AND CONTINUE TO BE MAJOR CONTRIBUTORS TO JAZZ THROUGH THE CELEBRATION OF THEIR LEGACIES AND THE PERFORMANCE OF THEIR WORKS.

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 are the organizations whose members are in the real estate business who have affiliated for the purpose of promoting the interests of their trade.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the learned societies, professional councils, and other organizations that bring together individuals or organizations with a common professional or vocational interest within the Community Improvement, Capacity Building major group area.

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TO PROVIDE THE COMMUNITY WITH A HIGH QUALITY CHILDREN'S CHOIR COMPRISED OF BOYS AND GIRLS FROM DIVERSE CULTURES.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide a broad range of social services for individuals or families.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE SPORTS RELATED PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES FOR SCHOOL-AGED YOUTH AND THEIR FAMILIES TO PROMOTE SOCIAL, MORAL AND PHYSICAL WELL-BEING.

MISSION:

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.

MISSION:

PROMOTING THE COMMON GOOD AND GENERAL WELFARE OF THE PUBLIC AND COMMUNITY THROUGH THE MAINTENANCE AND MANAGEMENT OF THE ASSOCIATION AND THE PROPERTY, AND PROVIDING SERVICES TO THE COMMUNITY.