The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Vermont

MISSION:

TO SUPPORT THE LOVE OF LEARNING FOR ITS OWN SAKE, ESPECIALLY BY THOSE NATURALLY CURIOUS, IMAGINATIVE, DREAMERS LIKE PETER, THOUGHT NOT WELL SUITED FOR IT, AND TO ENCOURAGE THE SEARCH FOR THOSE THIN PLACES THAT SEPARATE WHAT WE ARE TAUGHT TO BELIEVE IS TRUE FROM WHAT REALLY IS, GIVE AID TO THOSE WHO UNSELFISHLY APPROACH THOSE PERILOUS PLACES, AND HELP DISCOVER MEANS OF PEACEFUL PASSAGE THROUGH THEM TO CLEARER UNDERSTANDINGS OF OUR NATURAL WORLD AND ITS PEOPLE.

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The goal of this organization are the organizations like chambers of commerce, business leagues and commercial trade associations whose members are businessmen and women and merchants who have affiliated for the purpose of promoting the general commercial interests of the community or the interests of their own trade. [Many of these are found in section 501(c)(6) business leagues; and 501(c)(6) chambers of commerce.]

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The goal of this organization is to operate institutions outside the formal system of regular schools, colleges, universities and technical/trade schools that provide opportunities for adults to develop basic learning and communication skills, complete their high school education, expand their knowledge in a particular field or discipline or develop skills in a new area of interest.

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The goal of this organization are the organizations, sometimes referred to as public charities, that derive their funding or support primarily from the general public in carrying out their social, educational, religious or other charitable activities serving the common welfare. Although public foundations may provide direct charitable services to the public as other nonprofits do, their primary focus is on grantmaking.

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The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people of all ages to learn, become competitive in and enjoy the organized recreational activity, sport or game of their choice. These programs may be offered by local clubs devoted to a particular activity or sport; may provide individual or team coaching assistance or instruction, access to equipment and facilities, and uniforms, if necessary; and may sponsor or make arrangements for athletes to participate in amateur competitions, usually at the local or regional level, and provide officials for games. These events are generally for the enjoyment of the athletes and are not at a high enough competitive level to be considered spectator sports.

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The goal of this organization is to provide services related to research regarding diseases, disorders or medical specialties where the major purpose is unclear enough that a more specific code cannot be accurately assigned.

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THE MISSION OF GREEN MOUNTAIN PERFORMING ARTS (GMPA) IS TO ENHANCE COMMUNITY CULTURAL VITALITY BY PROVIDING FULLY ACCESSIBLE DANCE, THEATRE AND MUSIC EDUCATION IN A CREATIVE AND SUPPORTIVE ENVIRONMENT TO PEOPLE OF ALL AGES, WITH A FOCUS ON CHILDREN AND YOUTH.

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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 MISSION OF ESSEX CHIPS IS TO SUPPORT, ENGAGE, INSPIRE, AND EMPOWER YOUTH TO MAKE HEALTHY DECISIONS AND BECOME COMMUNITY LEADERS.

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

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people of all ages to learn, become competitive in and enjoy the organized recreational activity, sport or game of their choice. These programs may be offered by local clubs devoted to a particular activity or sport; may provide individual or team coaching assistance or instruction, access to equipment and facilities, and uniforms, if necessary; and may sponsor or make arrangements for athletes to participate in amateur competitions, usually at the local or regional level, and provide officials for games. These events are generally for the enjoyment of the athletes and are not at a high enough competitive level to be considered spectator sports.

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VOLUNTEERS FOR PEACE PROMOTES INTERNATIONAL VOLUNTARY SERVICE AS AN EFFECTIVE MEANS OF INTERCULTURAL EDUCATION, SERVICE LEARNING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT. WORKING WITH NON-PROFITS AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS WE ORGANIZE 10-20 PROJECTS IN THE USA EACH YEAR. WE ALSO PROVIDE VOLUNTEERS TO SIMILAR PROJECTS IN 90 COUNTRIES AROUND THE WORLD.

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The goal of this organization is to are responsible for the control and extinction of fires; and the inspection of buildings, hillside property and industrial plants to ensure compliance with fire codes.

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The goal of this organization is to promote or provide access to a variety of visual arts, including organizations that focus on an art form in a specific medium such as stained glass or textiles.

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The goal of this organization are the organizations concerned with civil society, philanthropy, and the nonprofit sector who seek to promote the practice of charitable giving and voluntarism through a variety of strategies including advocacy, disclosure, information exchange, and research. (rev. 1/05)

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The goal of this organization is to create and/or perform primarily ballet.

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The goal of this organization is to provide for the humane care, protection and control of animals and which investigate instances of cruelty to animals.

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We could not find a description of this organization.

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The goal of this organization is to protect our natural resources from abuse, neglect, waste or exploitation and preserve their availability for future generations.

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.