The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Charleston

MISSION:

TO PROMOTE THE PETROLEUM AND CONVENIENCE STORE INDUSTRY BY:PROMOTING COOPERATION BETWEEN THE INDUSTRIES THROUGH THE PURSUIT OF THEIR COMMON INTERESTS AND GOALS; INCREASING AWARENESS OF FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS GOVERNING THE INDUSTRIES; LOBBYING FOR THE PASSAGE OF LAWS AND REGULATIONS FAVORABLE TO THE INDUSTRIES;SPONSORING AND PROMOTING CONVENTIONS AND TRADE SHOWS FEATURING THE INDUSTRIES, AND PROVIDING EDUCATION AND RESOURCES TO THE MEMBERS;CREATING AND MAINTAINING HIGHER STANDARDS FOR, AND POLICING TRADE ABUSES WITHIN, THE INDUSTRIES; INCREASING PUBLIC AWARENESS OF INDUSTRY ISSUES AND IMPROVING RELATIONS BETWEEN THE PUBLIC AND THE INDUSTRIES.

MISSION:

OPERATE A ONE-CALL SYSTEM TO RECEIVE NOTIFICATION PRIOR TO EXCAVATION/ANY ACTIVITY WHICH MAY DAMAGE UNDERGROUND FACILITIES, AND TO RELAY NOTIFICATION TO THE ORGANIZATIONS MEMBERS IN ORDER TO AVOID & REDUCE DIG-IN DAMAGES, PERIODS OF UTILITY SERVICE DISRUPTIONS & RISK OF INJURY

MISSION:

TO RECEIVE AND ADMINISTER GIFTS ON BEHALF OF THE YOUNG MEN'S CHRISTIAN ASSOCIATION OF KANAWHA VALLEY, INC. TO ASSURE THE LONG RANGE FINANCIAL STABILITY OF THE ORGANIZATION.

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:

TO PROVIDE EDUCATION FOR HOSPITAL PERSONNEL AND OTHER HEALTHCARE ORGANIZATIONS PERTAINING TO THE HEALTHCARE FIELD AND TO PROMOTE OPERATIONAL IMPROVEMENTS IN HOSPITALS.

MISSION:

TO SUPPORT THE MEN AND WOMEN OF THE WEST VIRGINIA NATIONAL GUARD DURING TIMES OF FINANCIAL NEED. THE ORGANIZATION ALSO SUPPORTS GOLD STAR FAMILIES AND AGRICULTURE AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT WORK OF THE WV NATIONAL GUARD THROUGH GRANTS MANAGEMENT FOR PATRIOT GUARDENS.

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

MISSION:

THE WEST VIRGINIA STATE MEDICAL ASSOCIATION IS ORGANIZED FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING SERVICES TO ITS MEMBERS, WHO ARE ALL EITHER PHYSICIANS PRACTICING IN THE STATE OF WEST VIRGINIA OR MEDICAL STUDENTS. SPECIFICALLY, THE ASSOCIATION SERVES THE MEDICAL PROFESSION OF THE STATE BY CARRYING OUT ITS STATED OBJECTIVES OF REPRESENTING COLLECTIVELY THE ENTIRE MEDICAL PROFESSION, EXTENDING MEDICAL KNOWLEDGE, ADVANCING MEDICAL SCIENCE, AND PROMOTING PUBLIC HEALTH.

MISSION:

TO FACILITATE DEVELOPMENT OF SAFE AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO LOW/MODERATE INCOME WEST VIRGINIANS.

MISSION:

TO PROMOTE THE ELECTRICAL INDUSTRY AND TO FOSTER A HARMONIOUS WORKING RELATIONSHIP WITH THE ELECTRICAL CONSTRUCTION AND MAINTENANCE INDUSTRY THROUGHOUT WEST VIRGINIA, VIRGINIA, EASTERN OHIO, AND KENTUCKY

MISSION:

ODD FELLOWSHIP'S MAIN PURPOSE IS A SOCIAL ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO HELPING THE SICK, RELIEVING THE DISTRESSED, BURYING THE DEAD AND EDUCATING THE ORPHAN. WE PROMOTE BROTHERLY/SISTERLY LOVE AND HARMONY THROUGH SOCIAL EVENTS.

MISSION:

TO SERVE THE GENERAL PUBLIC AS AN INDEPENDENT, CIVIC NEWS ORGANIZATION THAT TELLS STORIES OF IMPORTANCE TO WEST VIRGINIANS ABOUT ISSUES AND CHALLENGES FACING THEIR COMMUNITIES.

MISSION:

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

MISSION:

CARDINAL CONDUCTS, COMMUNICATES, AND POPULARIZES PUBLIC POLICY RESEARCH THAT MOVES WEST VIRGINIA IN A POSITIVE DIRECTION.

MISSION:

PROVIDE SUPPORT TO WV AGRICULTURAL EDUCATION / FUTURE FARMERS OF AMERICA PROGRAM THROUGH VARIOUS SCHOLARSHIPS AND AWARDS PROGRAMS MADE AVAILABLE TO ALL ENROLLEES AT THE SECONDARY AND UNDERGRADUATE LEVEL.

MISSION:

DEEPEN EXPERIENCE OF PRAYER, PEACE AND OTHER SPIRITUAL 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:

SUPPORTS THE DEVELOPMENT, GROWTH AND CONTINUATION OF CHILD ADVOCACY CENTERS AND MULTI-DISCIPLINARY TEAMS

MISSION:

PROVIDE RENTAL HOUSING FOR LOW-INCOME ELDERLY AND/OR DISABLED INDIVIDUALS.