The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Fairfax

MISSION:

TO BIND ITS MEMBERS TOGETHER BY A COMMON OBJECTIVE DIRECTED AT PLEASURE AND RECREATION.

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TO FUND LAND CONSERVATION THROUGH DONATIONS AND THE SALE OF DONATED ART WORK.

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TO PROVIDE A WARM, RESPONSIVE SCHOOL ENVIRONMENT AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR PRESCHOOL AND SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN, AND THEIR FAMILIES WHO COME FROM VARIED ETHNIC BACKGROUNDS SO THAT LEARNING BECOMES AN EXCITING, ENRICHING EXPERIENCE.

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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 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 goal of this organization are the religious organizations characterized by their acknowledgement of the supreme authority of the bishop of Rome, the pope, in matters of faith. Use this code for Roman Catholic churches as well as their ministries, missions or missionary activities; bible camps and schools; and bible distribution programs.

MISSION:

TO FORM A BODY OF MEN THOROUGHLY REPRESENTATIVE OF THE BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL INTERESTS OF THE CITY OF FAIRFAX, TO ENCOURAGE PARTICIPATION IN ALL THINGS THAT HAVE TO DO WITH THE COMMERCIAL, CIVIC, AND INDUSTRIAL BETTERMENT, AND SERVICE TO MANKIND.

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OUR MISSION IS TO EMPOWER DIVERSE VOICES IN DIGITAL MEDIA SO THAT THEY CAN PUBLISH NEWS AND INFORMATION WITH INDEPENDENCE, JOURNALISTIC INTEGRITY, AND A POSITIVE IMPACT ON THE COMMUNITIES THEY SERVE.

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The goal of this organization is to provide a formal education for children and adolescents in kindergarten or first grade through grade twelve.

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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 Public Safety, Disaster Preparedness, and Relief major group area.

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PROVIDE IMPETUS FOR SERVICE IN FIRE PREVENTION AND DISSEMINATE INFORMATION ON FIRE SAFTEY TO THE PUBLIC

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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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SWIM CLUB THAT COACHES CHARACTER AND EXCELLENCE THROUGH COMPETITIVE SWIMMING.

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TO PROVIDE GIRLS OF THE V-DAY SAFE HOUSE IN NAROK, KENYA WITH COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY OR TRADE SCHOOL EDUCATION IN ORDER TO SUPPORT THESE YOUNG WOMEN TO BECOME CHANGE-MAKERS IN THEIR COMMUNITIES AND STOP THE CYCLES OF OPPRESSION (FEMALE GENITAL MUTILATION, EARLY CHILDHOOD MARRIAGE AND THE REFUSAL TO EDUCATE FEMALES) IN THEIR CULTURE AND ON OUR PLANET; TO OFFER THESE STUDENTS SCHOLARSHIP FOR TUITION, ALL LIVING EXPENSES, AS WELL AS DEEPLY ENGAGED MENTORSHIP FROM S.H.E. STAFF AND FUNDERS AS THEY FACE THE TASKS OF BECOMING LEADERS IN THEIR COMMUNITIES AND THE WORLD; TO FOSTER AS MANY AS MANY STUDENT-DONOR RELATIONSHIPS AS POSSIBLE, IN THE KNOWLEDGE THAT THE CROSS-CULTURAL HUMAN CONNECTION WILL CHANGE THE LIVES OF ALL.

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TO ILLUMINATE AND CELEBRATE CYCLING'S PAST PRESENT AND FUTURE.

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The goal of this organization are the organizations whose members are followers of the religion of eastern and central Asia that is based on the teachings of Gautama Buddha which stress that suffering is inherent in life and that one can achieve nirvana (release from suffering) through mental and moral self-purification. Includes Zen.

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TO PROMOTE SAFE BICYLING FOR EVERYDAY TRANSPORTATION AND RECREATION. THIS IS ACCOMPLISHED BY WORKING WITH LOCAL JURISDICTIONS TO DESIGN IMPROVED BICYCLE FACILITIES, IDENTIFYING PROJECT FUNDING, AND PROVIDING COUNTYWIDE BICYCLING EDUCATION.

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The goal of this organization is to sponsor, organize and promote fairs and festivals. Includes collectible/antique fairs, county and state fairs, street fairs, festivals, parades, and other similar activities during religious and patriotic holidays and other special occasions.

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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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CLASSES AND WORKSHOPS. TEACHING STUDENTS SPECIALIZED PAINTING SKILLS.