The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Ojai

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THE THACHER SCHOOL IS A COEDUCATIONAL BOARDING HIGH SCHOOL (GRADES 9-12) SERVING ACADEMICALLY TALENTED STUDENTS WHO WILL BENEFIT FROM A RIGOROUS COLLEGE PREPARATORY EXPERIENCE. HONOR, FAIRNESS, KINDNESS AND TRUTH ARE THE CORNERSTONES OF SCHOOL LIFE.

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

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TO MAINTAIN AN EDUCATIONAL CENTER THAT NURTURES SPIRITUAL, ARTISTIC AND INTELLECTUAL GROWTH AS WELL AS PHYSICAL AND MENTAL WELL-BEING.

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THE FOUNDATION OPERATES AN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION (OAK GROVE SCHOOL) AND OPERATES THE KRISHNAMURTI CENTER WHICH CONDUCTS SEMINARS, AND ENGAGES IN THE PUBLICATION AND DISTRIBUTION OF BOOKS, FILMS, AND RECORDINGS PROMULGATING THE TEACHINGS OF J. KRISHNAMURTI.

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The goal of this organization is to acquire, preserve and exhibit collections of objects including fine art, decorative art, folk/ethnic art and textiles that are collected primarily for their aesthetic qualities and their importance as representatives of a particular artistic tradition or style.

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PERMANENT PRESERVATION OF OPEN SPACE FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE WILDLIFE AND THE COMMUNITIES OF THE OJAI VALLEY

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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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TO PROVIDE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR WORTHY STUDENTS AND TO PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL GRANTS FOR CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS WITH FINANCIAL NEEDS.

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PROVIDE CATHOLIC, CLASSICAL EDUCATION TO OUR STUDENTS THROUGH DISTANCE LEARNING.

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ELEPHANT AID INTERNATIONAL (EAI)'S MISSION IS TO END THE WORLDWIDE SUFFERING OF ELEPHANTS BY CREATING INNOVATIVE APPROACHES TO THE CARE AND MANAGEMENT OF ELEPHANTS IN CAPTIVITY. EAI GIVES HANDS-ON ASSISTANCE TO IMPROVE STANDARDS OF CARE; TEACHES HUMANE METHODS OF TRAINING AND HANDLING; RAISES PUBLIC AWARENESS OF THE LIVES AND NEEDS OF ELEPHANTS.

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MONICA ROS SCHOOL IS COMMITTED TO EDUCATING YOUNG CHILDREN AGES 18 MONTHS TO 9 YEARS OF AGE, PROVIDING AN ENVIRONMENT OF SAFETY AND FREEDOM OF SELF EXPRESSION TO OUR STUDENTS. WE MAINTAIN A 9 MONTH TRADITIONAL SCHOOL YEAR, AND ALSO OFFER ENROLLMENT CLASSES AFTER SCHOOL AND OVER THE SUMMER MONTHS.

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HELP OF OJAI'S (THE ORGANIZATION) MISSION IS TO COMBINE COMMUNITY AND INDIVIDUAL RESOURCES TO RESPOND TO THE IDENTIFIED, UNMET BASIC HUMAN NEEDS OF THE OJAI VALLEY RESIDENTS. THE ORGANIZATION IS DEDICATED TO ASSISTING OJAI VALLEY CITIZENS THROUGH VARIOUS PROGRAMS, INCLUDING HOME DELIVERED MEALS, HOT NOON CONGREGATE MEAL, VARIOUS SUPPORTIVE SERVICES AND LOCAL TRAVEL. IN ADDITION, THE ORGANIZATION RUNS THE LOCAL HOMELESS SERVICE CENTER AND LOW-INCOME ASSISTANCE PROGRAM. FINALLY, THE ORGANIZATION SUPPORTS YOUTH THROUGH A JOINT COLLABORATION WITH THE OJAI UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT TO PROVIDE ON-SITE, FREE COUNSELING FOR ISSUES OF GRIEF OR LOSS.HELP OF OJAI'S PRIMARY GOAL IS TO MEET BASIC NEEDS WITH 61% OF ITS EFFORTS BEING TARGETED AT PROVIDING FOOD, SHELTER AND ACCESS TO MEDICAL CARE. ON THE OTHER HAND, 10%, 26% AND 3% OF HELP OF OJAI'S EFFORTS ARE TARGETED AT PROVIDING CASE MANAGEMENT, SUPPORT SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES BASED PROGRAMS, RESPECTIVELY.

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HAILED AS A CREATIVE MUSIC LABORATORY, THE OJAI MUSIC FESTIVAL HAS NURTURED MANY OF THE MOST IMPORTANT ARTISTS AND COMPOSERS TO INTERNATIONAL PROMINENCE FOR OVER 70 YEARS.

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The goal of this organization is to provide services relating to religion where a more specific code cannot be accurately assigned. Examples may include Unitarianism, Taoism, Sikhs, Zoroastrism, Atheism, Actualism, Theosophy, Bahaism and reference to miracles.

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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 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 ORGANIZATION SPONSORS VARIOUS RETREATS AND WORKSHOPS PROVIDING AN EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT AND COMMUNITY FOR ITS PARTICIPANTS.

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PUBLIC K-12 EDUCATION: VALLEY OAK CHARTER'S MISSION IS TO PROVIDE INSTRUCTION, SUPPORT AND RESOURCES TO STUDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES WHO CHOOSE TO HOMESCHOOL.