The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Palo Alto

MISSION:

ENGAGE YOUNG PEOPLE FROM DIVERSE MID-PENINSULA COMMUNITIES IN MEANINGFUL SERVICE-BASED LEARNING. YCS STUDENTS BUILD LEADERSHIP SKILLS, EMPATHY FOR THE NEEDS OF OTHERS, AND A SENSE OF CONNECTEDNESS, PURPOSE AND EFFICACY, WHILE MAKING A POSITIVE DIFFERENCE IN THE LIVES OF THOSE AROUND THEM.

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EMBARCADER MEDIA FOUNDATION SEEKS TO ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF LIFE AND PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT IN THE SAN FRANCISCO BAY AREA BY: MAKING GRANTS TO NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS PROVIDING NEEDED SOCIAL & HUMAN SERVICES TO THE COMMUNITY; SUPPORTING ACCURATE AND PROFESSIONAL NEWS COVERAGE OF THE REGION, ESPECIALLY FOR UNDERSERVED COMMUNITIES OF INTEREST, THROUGH IN-DEPTH AND INVESTIGATIVE REPORTING; CONDUCTING PUBLIC EDUCATIONAL EVENTS AND FORUMS ON LOCAL ISSUES; AND LITIGATING AGAINST AGENCIES THAT ARE NOT COMPLYING WITH CALIFORNIA'S PUBLIC RECORDS ACT AND OPEN MEETING LAWS.

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The goal of this organization is to provide access to the performing arts or a variety of art forms including the performing arts, and/or which present performing arts series.

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The goal of this organization is to enable students who demonstrate financial need to obtain the financial assistance they require to meet their educational and living expenses while in school.

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TO SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESS IN THEIR QUEST TO BUILD A STRONG COMMUNITY

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The goal of this organization is the operation of a symphony orchestra including youth symphonies.

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TO SUPPORT STUDENTS, STAFF AND PARENTS. TO SPEAK ON BEHALF OF YOUTH IN THE SCHOOLS, IN THE COMMUNITY AND BEFORE GOVERNMENT ORGANIZATIONS AND OTHERS MAKING DECISIONS AFFECTING CHILDREN.

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TO NEGOTIATE, ENFORCE, AND DEFEND THE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT. TO PROVIDE INFORMATION AND TRAINING REGARDING BENEFITS AND RESPONSIBILITIES FOR TEACHERS IN THE UNION.

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The goal of this organization is to operate organizations that provide educational programs within the formal educational system or offered as an adjunct to the traditional school curriculum which help students succeed in school and prepare for life. Includes organizations that partner parents, families, schools, business and/or community leaders to broker resources for the benefit of local schools.

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The goal of this organization is to promote artistic expression within a particular ethnic community; work for the preservation and promotion of the traditions, values and lifestyles of different cultural groups; organize activities and events which promote cultural exchange locally or nationally; and encourage understanding and respect for different cultural heritages among the youthful members of the group as well as the mainstream population.

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TO PROVIDE HOUSING FOR LOW-INCOME PERSONS; TO SERVE AS A GENERAL PARTNER IN A LIMITED PARTNERSHIP WHICH OWNS AND OPERATES HOUSING FOR THE BENEFIT OF LOW-INCOME PERSONS AND TO SUPPORT THE PURPOSES OF ALTA HOUSING.

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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 operate organizations of parents, educators, students, and other citizens who are active in their schools and communities promoting the health, education, and welfare of children.

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TO ESTABLISH ORGANIZED SOFTBALL WITH ULTIMATE OBJECTIVES OF SOCIAL, PHYSICAL, MENTAL AND MORAL DEVELOPMENT OF GIRLS AGED 5-16 YEARS.

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WORK WITH THE CITY OF PALO ALTO AND OTHER GROUPS TO HAVE THE BEST PARKS AND OPEN SPACES FOR THE CITY.

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TO SUPPORT RECREATION PROGRAMS & SOCIAL/CULTURAL ACTIVITIES BENEFITING THE PALO ALTO COMMUNITY.

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OUR MISSION IS TO DEVELOP THE INTELLECTUAL, MORAL, CIVIC AND CREATIVE CAPABILITIES OF YOUTH SO THAT THEY CAN SERVE AND LEAD OUR SOCIETY.

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The goal of this organization is the production of concerts including barbershop singing groups, glee clubs/choir groups, childrens choirs and other singing ensembles.

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THE MISSION OF FRESHWATER LIFE IS TO PREVENT SPECIES EXTINCTION BY REMOVING INVASIVE SPECIES.

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TO FUND AND PROMOTE EDUCATION AND RESEARCH AMONGST STUDENTS AND FACULTY OF THE INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, GANDHINAGAR. THE ORGANIZATION ACHIEVES ITS GOALS BY PROVIDING FINANCIAL AND OTHER RESOURCES.