The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Virginia

MISSION:

THE SOCIETY'S MISSION IS TO IMPROVE LIFE FOR ALL ANIMALS BY PROVIDING TEMPORARY SHELTER, COMPASSIONATE CARE, COMMUNITY SUPPORT AND EDUCATION. GMHS ACCOMPLISHES THIS THROUGH ANIMAL SHELTERING, ADOPTION, COMMUNITY SPAY/NEUTER PROGRAMS AND A PET FOOD PANTRY.

MISSION:

THE PURPOSE OF THE VSDB FOUNDATION IS TO SUPPORT AND PROMOTE THE GROWTH, PROGRESS AND GENERAL WELFARE OF THE VIRGINIA SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF AND THE BLIND AND EDUCATION OF THE COMMUNITIES SERVED BY VSDB.

MISSION:

THE RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF CHARLOTTESVILLE, INC IS ORGANIZED TO MAINTAIN AND OPERATE ONE OR MORE FACILITIES IN THE AREA OF CHARLOTTESVILLE, VIRGINIA TO PROVIDE TEMPORARY HOUSING FOR SERIOUSLY ILL CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES WHILE THE CHILDREN ARE RECEIVING CARE AT A NEARBY MEDICAL FACILITY. GRANTS ARE GIVEN TO LOCAL EXEMPT 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS IN AND AROUND CHARLOTTESVILLE FOR THE BENEFIT OF CHILDREN.

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.

MISSION:

THE MINERALOGICAL SOCIETY OF AMERICA (THE SOCIETY) WAS FOUNDED FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF MINERALOGY, CRYSTALLOGRAPHY, GEOCHEMISTRY, PETROLOGY, AND PROMOTION OF THEIR USES IN OTHER SCIENCES, INDUSTRY, AND THE ARTS. THE SOCIETY ENCOURAGES FUNDAMENTAL RESEARCH ABOUT NATURAL MATERIALS.

MISSION:

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

MISSION:

THE OPERATION IS AN INNER CITY MINISTRY PROVIDING ASSISTANCE TO FAMILIES AND INDIVIDUALS IN MEETING THEIR FOOD, SHELTER AND HEALTH NEEDS.

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:

UNITING AND CELEBRATING THE SUCCESS OF INSPIRED, INDEPENDENT PACKAGING COMPANIES.

MISSION:

THE AMERICAN MEDICAL STUDENT ASSOCIATION (AMSA) IS A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION WHICH REPRESENTS THE CONCERNS OF PHYSICIANS-IN TRAINING AND FOSTERS A COMMUNITY OF FUTURE PHYSICIANS THROUGH EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY.

MISSION:

TO ADVANCE THE BENEFICIAL AND EFFICIENT USE OF WATER RESOURCES.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is the operation of societies, professional councils, and other organizations that bring together individuals or organizations with a common professional or vocational interest within the Health - General and Rehabilitative major group area.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the private foundations whose grant funds are derived primarily from the contributions of a profit-making business organization.

MISSION:

TO CHAMPION THE CONNECTION OF NEEDED COMMUNITY RESOURCES WITH SCHOOLS TO HELP YOUNG PEOPLE SUCCESSFULLY LEARN, STAY IN SCHOOL, AND PREPARE FOR LIFE.

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:

THE VISUAL ARTS CENTER OF RICHMOND ENGAGES THE COMMUNITY IN THE CREATIVE PROCESS THROUGH THE VISUAL ARTS.

MISSION:

TO ADVANCE THE USE AND VALUE OF DISTRIBUTION IN HEALTHCARE.

MISSION:

PROMOTE HEALTHY AGING BY EMPOWERING PHARMACISTS WITH EDUCATION, RESOURCES, AND INNOVATIVE OPPORTUNITIES.

MISSION:

THE ORGANIZATIONS INCLUDED IN THIS RETURN WERE FORMED TO PROMOTE PUBLIC CONFIDENCE AND TRUST IN THE COUNSELING PROFESSION WITH EMPHASIS ON THE SPECIALTIES REPRESENTED BY EACH ORGANIZATION. NEWSLETTERS, JOURNALS, WEBSITES, AND CONFERENCES ARE AMONG THE SIGNIFICANT ACTIVITIES CARRIED ON BY THESE ORGANIZATIONS.

MISSION:

PROVIDES HOUSING TO ELDERLY AND DISABLED PERSONS AND FAMILIES UNDER SECTION 202 OF THE NATIONAL HOUSING ACT UNDER AN AGREEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF HUD.