The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Connecticut

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The goal of this organization is to interpret, collect and preserve the historical heritage of a specific geographic location.

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YALE-CHINA BRIDGES THE UNITED STATES AND CHINA THROUGH COLLABORATIVE PARTNERSHIPS IN EDUCATION, HEALTHCARE, AND THE ARTS. FOUNDED IN 1901 BY GRADUATES OF YALE UNIVERSITY, THE ASSOCIATION TODAY LINKS YALE COMMUNITIES AND RESOURCES WITH PARTNERS IN CHINA, HONG KONG AND NEW HAVEN.

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THE PURPOSE OF THE ORGANIZATION IS TO ASSIST MARY BUEL MEMORIAL,INCORPORATED AND THE CONNECTICUT JUNIOR REPUBLIC, INCORPORATED BY A)SOLICITING AND RECEIVING CONTRIBUTIONS,GRANTS,BEQUESTS,AND DEVISES,FOR THE CHARITABLE PURPOSES OF THOSE ORGANIZATIONS B)ACCEPTING,HOLDING,INVESTING,REINVESTING,AND ADMINISTERING ANY SUCH FUNDS C)MAKING DISTRIBUTIONS TO THOSE ORGANIZATIONS FOR ANY PROPER PURPOSE

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TO PROCURE AND MAINTAIN A CLUBHOUSE AND SUITABLE GROUNDS FOR THE USE AND ENJOYMENT OF ITS MEMBERS.

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THE FOUNDATION AWARDS SCHOLARSHIPS TO STUDENTS ATTENDING ACCREDITED COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES OR OTHER POST SECONDARY SCHOOLS ON A FULL-TIME BASIS. APPLICANTS MUST BE GRADUATING HIGH SCHOOL AND/OR RESIDENTS OF MANCHESTER. AWARDS ARE BASED ON A COMBINATION OR SCHOLASTIC ACHIEVEMENT, FINANCIAL NEED, AND SCHOOL COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES.

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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 RECEIVE, MANAGE AND EXPEND FUNDS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT SCHOOL OF LAW

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FOUNDED IN 1958, AMERICAN PET PRODUCTS ASSOCIATION, INC. (APPA) IS THE LEADING NOT-FOR-PROFIT PET PRODUCTS TRADE ASSOCIATION COMPRISED OF OVER 1,200 PET PRODUCT MANUFACTURERS, THEIR REPRESENTATIVES, IMPORTERS AND LIVESTOCK SUPPLIERS. THE MEMBERSHIP CONSISTS OF A DIVERSE GROUP REPRESENTING BOTH LARGE CORPORATIONS AND GROWING BUSINESS ENTERPRISES WORLDWIDE. APPA'S MISSION IS TO PROMOTE RESPONSIBLE PET CARE AND ADVANCE THE PET PRODUCTS INDUSTRY. TO ACCOMPLISH THESE OBJECTIVES AND TO PROVIDE MEMBERS WITH VALUABLE BENEFITS, APPA WORKS HARD TO DEVELOP PROGRAMS AND SERVICES WHICH SERVE ITS MEMBERS' UNIQUE NEEDS. BY CONDUCTING INDUSTRY-RELATED MARKET RESEARCH AND HOLDING EDUCATIONAL SEMINARS AND TELECONFERENCES, APPA HELPS KEEP ITS MEMBERS INFORMED ABOUT IMPORTANT INDUSTRY INFORMATION, AND GIVES THEM THE TOOLS THEY NEED TO MAKE IMPORTANT BUSINESS DECISIONS.

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THIS CORPORATION IS ORGANIZED TO OPERATE AS A CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION WITH A FOCUS OF PROVIDING MEDICAL EQUIPMENT, RESOURCES, MAINTENANCE SUPPORT AND SUPPLIES IN RURAL LOCATIONS WITH EMPHASIS ON PEDIATRIC HEALTHCARE

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CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY PROVIDING INDEPENDENT LIVING TO PEOPLE AGED 55 AND OVER.

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THE JEWISH FEDERATION OF WESTERN CT SUPPORTS JEWS LOCALLY, IN ISRAEL AND WORLDWIDE ACCORDING TO THE PRINCIPLES OF TZEDAKAH(SOCIAL JUSTICE); CHESED(CARING AND COMPASSION); TORAH(JEWISH LEARNING; AND TIKUM OLAM(REPAIRING THE WORLD).

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THE UNIVERSAL HEALTH CARE FOUNDATION'S MISSION IS TO BE A CATALYST THAT ENGAGES PEOPLE AND COMMUNITIES IN SHAPING A DEMOCRATIC HEALTH SYSTEM THAT PROVIDES UNIVERSAL ACCESS TO QUALITY HEALTH CARE AND PROMOTES HEALTH IN CONNECTICUT. THE FOUNDATION BELIEVES THAT HEALTH CARE IS A FUNDAMENTAL RIGHT AND THAT THEIR WORK IS PART OF A BROADER MOVEMENT FOR SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC JUSTICE.

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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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ESTABLISHED FOR RELIGIOUS, CHARITABLE, EDUCATIONAL AND SCIENTIFIC PURPOSES.

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TO ENHANCE THE PLEASANT CAMARADERIE THROUGH GOLF ACTIVITIES AND SOCIAL CONTACTS WITH CONGENIAL PEERS.

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THE MERIDEN-NEW BRITAIN-BERLIN YMCA SEEKS TO BECOME A 'MASTER LINK' IN OUR COMMUNITIES TO ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR ALL PEOPLE WHO LIVE AND WORK IN MERIDEN, NEW BRITAIN AND BERLIN. THE MERIDEN-NEW BRITAIN-BERLIN YMCA PROVIDES ALL PEOPLE OPPORTUNITIES THAT CAN OPEN DOORS TO AN EXCEPTIONAL LIFE. THE MERIDEN-NEW BRITAIN-BERLIN YMCA WAS FOUNDED IN 1866 AND IS PART OF THE LARGEST NONPROFIT COMMUNITY SERVICE ORGANIZATION IN AMERICA. YMCAS ARE THE HEART OF THE COMMUNITY LIFE IN NEIGHBORHOODS AND TOWNS ACROSS THE NATION. YMCAS WORK TO MEET THE HEALTH AND SOCIAL SERVICE NEEDS OF OVER 16 MILLION MEN, WOMEN AND CHILDREN. THE MERIDEN-NEW BRITAIN-BERLIN YMCA, LIKE ALL YMCAS, SERVES ALL FAITHS, RACES, ABILITIES, AGES AND INCOMES. NO ONE IS TURNED AWAY FOR INABILITY TO PAY. OUR STRENGTH IS IN THE PEOPLE THAT WE BRING TOGETHER. THE MERIDEN-NEW BRITAIN-BERLIN YMCA PROGRAMS ARE THE TOOLS FOR BUILDING THE CORE VALUES OF CARING, HONESTY, RESPECT AND RESPONSIBILITY. THE YMCA IS ABOUT YOUTH DEVELOPMEN

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THE COAST GUARD FOUNDATION SUPPORTS COAST GUARD MEMBERS AND THEIR FAMILIES.

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The goal of this organization is to maintain cemeteries, or provide burial or funeral services for charitable purposes.

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VISTA PROVIDES TRAINING, SUPPORT, AND RESOURCES THAT EMPOWER INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.

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PACIFIC HOUSE, INC. (PH) IS A COUNTYWIDE MULTI-SERVICE AGENCY CURRENTLY OPERATING OUT OF STAMFORD, NORWALK AND DANBURY, THAT IS COMMITTED TO ENDING HOMELESSNESS IN FAIRFIELD COUNTY. AS A LEADING HOUSING DEVELOPER FOR THE HOMELESS, PH IS COMMITTED TO THE ONGOING DEVELOPMENT OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES WHO ARE HOMELESS, AND PROVIDE CASE MANAGEMENT SERVICES THAT WILL SUPPORT SUCCESS IN HOUSING. PH IS ALSO A LEADING EMERGENCY SHELTER PROVIDER IN BOTH THE CITY OF STAMFORD AND DANBURY CONNECTICUT, COMMITTED TO INNOVATION AND EVIDENCED BASED PRACTICES IN SUPPORT OF HIGH QUALITY AND STANDARDS.