The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Washington

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TO ADVANCE PUBLIC INTEREST IN RESOLVING CRITICAL ENERGY/NATIONAL SECURITY/ECONOMIC CHALLENGES.

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PROTECTING AMERICA'S NATIONAL PARKS FOR PRESENT AND FUTURE GENERATIONS.

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TO IMPROVE HOUSING CONDITIONS FOR THE POOREST OF THE POOR IN THE MOST RURAL PLACES.

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THE LAB SCHOOL OF WASHINGTON IS AN INNOVATIVE LEARNING COMMUNITY FOSTERING SCHOLARSHIP AND CREATIVITY IN STUDENTS WITH LEARNING STYLES (DOCUMENTED LEARNING DISABILITIES). THE SCHOOL PROVIDES A RIGOROUS, COLLEGE-PREPARATORY EDUCATION; PROVIDES INTENSIVE REMEDIATION AND TEACHES LEARNING STRATEGIES; AND USES VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS TO FACILITATE THE EDUCATION PROCESS.

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The goal of this organization is to provide community improvement, capacity building services where the major purpose is unclear enough that a more specific code cannot be accurately assigned.

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TO PROVIDE FUNDING TO ENTITIES THAT PROVIDE INNOVATIVE, COMPASSIONATE, AND WELL-MANAGED PROGRAMS TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR ELDERLY AND/OR TERMINALLY ILL RESIDENTS IN THE WASHINGTON, DC METROPOLITAN AREA.

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PROVIDES A UNIFIED MEMBERSHIP ASSOCIATION TO ADVANCE THE COMMON INTERESTS OF THE LIFE INSURANCE INDUSTRY. THE ACLI IS A UNIFIED VOICE ON ISSUES FROM RETIREMENT SECURITY TO TAX POLICY TO INTERNATIONAL TRADE. WE ARE BACKED BY AN INDUSTRY WITH MORE THAN 200 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE PROTECTING AMERICAN FAMILIES AND BUSINESSES. THE ACLI SHAPES PUBLIC DEBATE, STAYS AHEAD OF TRENDS, AND HELPS ITS MEMBERS COMPETE IN CHANGING TIMES. THE ACLI EXPANDS AWARENESS OF HOW THE PRODUCTS OFFERED BY LIFE INSURERS-LIFE INSURANCE, ANNUITIES, DISABILITY INCOME AND LONG-TERM CARE INSURANCE, PENSION, 401(K), 403(B), 457 PLANS, AND IRAS - HELP AMERICANS PLAN FOR AND ACHIEVE FINANCIAL AND RETIREMENT SECURITY.

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SHAKESPEARE THEATRE COMPANY CREATES WORLD-CLASS (SEE SCHEDULE O FOR CONTINUATION)

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THE WOODROW WILSON INTERNATIONAL CENTER FOR SCHOLARS PROMOTES POLICY, RELEVANT (SEE SCH O)

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YOUTH SCOUTING BUILDS YOUTHS OF COURAGE, CONFIDENCE AND CHARACTER WHO MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE.

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THE MISSION OF BREAD FOR THE CITY IS TO HELP WASHINGTON, D.C. RESIDENTS LIVING WITH LOW INCOME TO DEVELOP THE POWER TO DETERMINE THE FUTURE OF THEIR OWN COMMUNITIES. THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES FOOD, CLOTHING, MEDICAL ARE, AND LEGAL AND SOCIAL SERVICES TO REDUCE THE BURDEN OF POVERTY. BFC SEEKS JUSTICE THROUGH COMMUNITY ORGANIZING AND PUBLIC ADVOCACY.

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TO PROVIDE CULTURAL AND EDUCATIONAL PUBLIC SERVICES AND PROGRAMS THAT ENCOURAGE WELFARE

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to operate institutions outside the formal system of regular schools, colleges, universities and technical/trade schools that provide opportunities for adults to develop basic learning and communication skills, complete their high school education, expand their knowledge in a particular field or discipline or develop skills in a new area of interest.

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THE CHILDREN'S DEFENSE FUND'S MISSION IS TO LEAVE NO CHILD BEHIND AND TO ENSURE EVERY CHILD A HEALTHY START, A HEAD START, A FAIR START, AND A MORAL START IN LIFE AND SUCCESSFUL PASSAGE TO ADULTHOOD WITH THE HELP OF CARING FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES. WE ARE A NATIONAL ORGANIZATION WITH OUR HEADQUARTERS IN WASHINGTON, D.C., AND OFFICES IN CALIFORNIA, MINNESOTA, MISSISSIPPI, NEW YORK, OHIO, SOUTH CAROLINA, TEXAS AND TENNESSEE.

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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 is to provide a broad range of social services for individuals or families.

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THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION FOR THE EDUCATION OF YOUNG CHILDREN (NAEYC) IS A PROFESSIONAL MEMBERSHIP ORGANIZATION, FOUNDED IN 1926, WHOSE MISSION IS TO PROMOTE HIGH-QUALITY EARLY LEARNING FOR ALL YOUNG CHILDREN, BIRTH THROUGH AGE 8, BY CONNECTING EARLY CHILDHOOD PRACTICE, POLICY AND RESEARCH. NAEYC ADVANCES A DIVERSE, DYNAMIC EARLY CHILDHOOD PROFESSION AND SUPPORTS ALL WHO CARE FOR, EDUCATE, AND WORK ON BEHALF OF YOUNG CHILDREN, AS WELL AS ACCREDITING EARLY CHILDHOOD FACILITIES AND HIGHER EDUCATION PROFESSIONAL PREPARATION PROGRAMS

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THE NORTH FUND PARTNERS WITH COMMITTED COMMUNITY LEADERS TO HELP MAKE OUR COUNTRY A MORE JUST, FAIR, AND EQUITABLE PLACE TO LIVE, WORK, AND RAISE FAMILIES. IT FOCUSES ON SUPPORTING INNOVATIVE SOCIAL ENTREPRENEURSHIP, EDUCATIONAL INITIATIVES, AND ADVOCACY CAMPAIGNS THAT LIFT UP COMMUNITIES AND CREATE REAL AND LASTING CHANGE.

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ON BEHALF OF PARTICIPATING COMPANIES FROM THE PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY, MED-PROJECT PROVIDES SAFE, EFFECTIVE, AND COMPLIANT PHARMACEUTICAL PRODUCT TAKEBACK PROGRAMS MANDATED BY STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENTS FOR UNWANTED HOUSEHOLD MEDICINES AND SHARPS.

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TO ACT AS A LENDING INSTITUTION TO LOW AND MODERATE INCOME INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES AND TO PROVIDE CREDIT TO LOW IN INCOME INDIVIDUALS AND BUSINESSES.