The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Santa Barbara

MISSION:

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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The goal of this organization is to provide a temporary place to stay for people who have no permanent housing.

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PROVIDE INSURANCE FOR MEMBERS GROUP PURCHASING FOR MEMBERS FOR RECREATIONAL SUPPLIES. ORGANIZE AND FUND RETIREMENT PROMOTIONAL AND EVENTS. PROVIDE LEGAL COUNSEL AND NEGOTIATIONS WITH CITY IN REGARDS TO SALARIES AND WORK CONDITIONS.

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The goal of this organization is to preserve and protect water resources from indiscriminate waste and ensure that the supply of quality water is adequate to meet the needs of the public, agriculture and industry. Also included are organizations that preserve and manage coastal lands including shorelines, coastal waters and lands extending inland from the shore which affect coastal waters; bays, lakes, rivers, wetlands, estuaries, watersheds and other aquatic habitats.

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The goal of this organization are the organizations whose members are business and professional men and/or women or other individuals who have a common interest in improving the life of the community, which conduct fund-raising events to finance community service projects. Many service clubs are chapters of national or international organizations.

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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 bring together individuals or organizations with a common professional or vocational interest within the Arts, Culture, and Humanities major group area.

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TO EDUCATE ABOUT ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES AND PROMOTE ART EXPLORATION

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The goal of this organization is to provide foundation-level learning for children (usually age two through five and four and one half or five respectively) prior to entering the formal school setting.

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SHOWERS OF BLESSING'S MISSION IS TO PROVIDE FREE HOT SHOWERS AND TO FOSTER HYGENIC CARE FOR THE HOMELESS IN SANTA BARBARA COUNTY.

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MAHAMATI'S MISSION IS TO PROMOTE THE ACTIVITIES AND TEACHINGS OF THE KARMA KAGYU TRADITIONS OF TIBETAN BUDDHISM THROUGH THE TEACHINGS, WRITINGS, TRANSLATIONS, AND ACTIVITIES OF ITS PRINCIPAL OFFICER ANANDA SHAN MASSOUBRE, MORE COMMONLY KNOWN AS KARMA TRINLAY RINPOCHE.

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THE FOUNDATION ADMINISTERED A HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN (HEALTHY KIDS SANTA BARBARA) FOR CHILDREN 0-19 IN SANTA BARBARA COUNTY TO IMPROVE THE HEALTH ACCESS OF THIS NEEDY POPULATION. THE CHILDREN ENROLLED IN THIS PLAN PREVIOUSLY DID NOT HAVE HEALTH INSURANCE.

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The goal of this organization is to promote harmony and understanding among nations either globally or in a particular region of the world and/or engage in activities that promote peaceful ways of managing and settling international conflicts.

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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 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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TO PROVIDE EDUCATION PROGRAMS FOR SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN

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TO PROVIDE SUPPLEMENTAL FINANCIAL AND EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE TO THE PEABODY CHARTER SCHOOL.

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The goal of this organization is to support and fund raise for a single institution within the Education major group.

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ACCOMPLISHMENTS:WORLD DANCE FOR HUMANITY BRIDGES CULTURES THROUGH MOVEMENT AND HELPS PEOPLE IN NEED BY SUPPORTING SMALL, SUSTAINABLE, GRASSROOTS PROJECTS LOCALLY AND IN THE DEVELOPING WORLD. 100% OF ALL DESIGNATED DONATIONS GO TO THE PEOPLE WE SERVE IN RWANDA.

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TO PRESERVE THE INTEGRITY OF THE LEGAL PROFESSION, TO ADVANCE THE PROFESSIONAL GROWTH AND EDUCATION OF MEMBERS, TO ENCOURAGE CIVILITY AND COLLEGIALITY AMONG MEMBERS, TO PROMOTE EQUAL JUSTICE AND PROTECT THE INDEPENDENCE OF THE LEGAL PROFESSION AND THE JUDICIARY.