The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Darien

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:

DEVELOP QUALITIES OF CITIZENSHIP, DISCIPLINE, SELF-CONFIDENCE, TEAMWORK AND PHYSICAL WELL-BEING FOR CHILDREN IN THE COMMUNITY WITH PROPER GUIDANCE AND EXEMPLARY LEADERSHIP.

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TO CREATE HOPE AND CURE KIDS BY RAISING FUNDS AND AWARENESS IN THE FIGHT AGAINST PEDIATRIC CANCER.

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 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:

TO SUPPORT THE SMALL BUSINESS SECTOR IN CUBA BY PROVIDING EDUCATION AND TRAINING TO ENTREPRENEURS, AS WELL AS TO PROVIDE ADVISORY SERVICES TO EXISTING AND NEW BUSINESSES.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to make available to members and their guests and facilities for recreational activities, sports and games. Also included are social clubs that provide opportunities for people to meet and socialize with their peers at dances, parties, picnics, barbecues and other companionable events; and special interest clubs which enable people to share hobbies or other interests with individuals with those same interests.

MISSION:

THE FOUNDATION IS AN ADVOCATE FOR CHILDREN'S ISSUE. ITS GOAL IS TO INSPIRE INDIVIDUAL POTENTIAL AND TO PROMOTE AND ACTIVE AND FULFILLING LIFE, INCLUDING MEDICAL SUPPORT FOR CHILDREN SUFFERING WITH VASCULAR BIRTHMARKS AND RELATED CONDITIONS, EDUCATION AND AWARENESS ABOUT VASCULAR ANOMALIES, EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT

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:

THE NOROTON HEIGHTS FIRE DEPARTMENT, INCORPORATED PROVIDES FIRE AND OTHER EMERGENCY RESPONSE SERVICES TO ITS DISTRICT WITHIN THE TOWN OF DARIEN, CONNECTICUT, AS WELL AS PROVIDING MUTUAL AID COVERAGE TO THE OTHER FIRE DEPARTMENTS IN TOWN AND TO SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES, BOTH UPON REQUEST AND UPON ESTABLISHED AGREEMENTS. THE DEPARTMENT IS TOTALLY STAFFED BY VOLUNTEERS, 24 HOURS PER DAY. THE RESPONSE SERVICE INCLUDES EXTINGUISHMENT OF FIRE OF ANY SORT (STRUCTURAL, VEHICLE, OPEN LAND, ETC.), EMERGENCY EXTRACTION OF VICTIMS AND STRUCTURE STABILIZATION, OF VEHICLE ACCIDENTS AND OTHER ENTRAPMENTS, SEARCH AND RESCUE OF LOST PERSONS, INITIAL HAZARD MATERIAL RESPONSE AND OTHER EMERGENCY SITUATION RESPONSES OF A NATURE REQUIRING IMMEDIATE ACTION DUE TO PERSON OR PROPERTY BEING AT RISK. THE DEPARTMENT SERVES APPROXIMATELY 40% OF THE TOWN OF DARIEN, RESPONDING TO APPROXIMATELY 300 ALARMS. PROPERTY AND BUILDING WHICH HOUSE THE DEPARTMENT IS OWNED BY THE DEPARTMENT. THE DEPARTMENT DOES NOT HAVE ANY PA

MISSION:

SOCIAL AND CIVIC ORGANIZATION IN NATURE - FOCUSING ON PRESERVATION OF ITALIAN HERITAGE

MISSION:

SPONSORSHIP OF VARIOUS ACTIVITIES DESIGNED TO MAINTAIN CONTACT & VISIBILITY WITH THE COMMUNITY; TO IMPROVE RELATIONS & FOSTER GOODWILL WITH THE PUBLIC.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people to learn and become competitive in swimming, diving, snorkeling, surfing, water skiing, water polo, boating, white water rafting and other water sports. Coaching, access to a swimming pool or other facilities, sports equipment, and officials for competitions are generally included.

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:

DARIEN BOOK AID IS A NON-PROFIT, ALL VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATION THAT PROMOTES LITERACY AND EDUCATION WORLDWIDE AND BUILDS A FOUNDATION OF PEACE, UNDERSTANDING AND FRIENDSHIP THROUGH THE FREE DISTRIBUTION OF BOOKS.

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The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people to learn and become competitive in football. Coaching, access to a football field, football equipment, uniforms, and referees for competitions are generally included.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the religious affiliations that publish books such as Bibles and other materials which have religious content.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people to satisfy their inner needs and enhance their spiritual growth through organized worship or through other devotional activities under the auspices of one of the group of religious faiths that is based on the teachings of Jesus Christ. Use this code for Christian denominations that are not specified below as well as their ministries, missions or missionary activities; bible camps and schools. (rev. 11/04)

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide a broad range of social services for individuals or families.

MISSION:

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.