The Nonprofit Ecosystem in District of Columbia

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ACADEMYHEALTH ADVANCES THE FIELD OF HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH BY ACTING AS AN OBJECTIVE BROKER OF INFORMATION, BRINGING TOGETHER STAKEHOLDERS TO ADDRESS THE CURRENT AND FUTURE NEEDS OF AN EVOLVING HEALTH SYSTEM, INFORM HEALTH POLICY AND PRACTICE, AND TRANSLATE EVIDENCE INTO ACTION. ACADEMYHEALTH TOGETHER WITH ITS MEMBERS INCREASES THE UNDERSTANDING OF METHODS AND DATA USED IN THE FIELD, ENHANCES THE PROFESSIONAL SKILLS OF RESEARCHERS AND RESEARCH USERS, AND EXPANDS AWARENESS.

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THE FOUNDATION SUPPORTS THE SPECIFIED PUBLIC CHARITIES

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The goal of this organization is to conduct research, study or teaching in one or more of the social sciences, i.e., those involving the systematic study of social systems, social institutions and social behavior.

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THE RETAIL INDUSTRY LEADERS ASSOCIATION'S MISSION IS TO PROMOTE CONSUMER CHOICE AND ECONOMIC FREEDOM THROUGH PUBLIC POLICY AND INDUSTRY OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE.

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The goal of this organization is to provide services relating to public affairs or society benefit where the major purpose is unclear enough that a more specific code cannot be accurately assigned.

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TO PROVIDE AN EXEMPLARY, INDIVIDUALIZED EARLY CHILDHOOD AND ELEMENTARY EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM THAT INCLUDES STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS. OUR DEVELOPMENTALLY APPROPRIATE, STUDENT AND FAMILY-CENTERED EDUCATIONAL APPROACH NURTURES STUDENTS TO EXPAND THEIR DEVELOPMENTAL SKILLS, IN ORDER TO BUILD A FOUNDATION FOR LIFELONG LEARNING.

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THE FOUNDATION PROVIDES FINANCIAL SUPPORT TO THE STUDENTS,FACULTY AND PROGRAMS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA DAVID A. CLARKE SCHOOL OF LAW (FORMERLY DC SCHOOL OF LAW) IN ORDER TO PROMOTE EXCELLENCE IN PUBLIC LEGAL EDUCATION IN THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA.

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SITAR ARTS CENTER'S ENGAGES DC YOUTH, FROM EARLY CHILDHOOD TO YOUNG ADULTHOOD, IN BUILDING A CREATIVE COMMUNITY OF LEARNING AND BELONGING THAT REMOVES FINANCIAL AND CULTURAL BARRIERS TO ARTS EDUCATION AND CAREER TRAINING. AT SITAR, STUDENTS HAVE EQUITABLE ACCESS TO HIGH QUALITY EDUCATION AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT IN THE VISUAL, DIGITAL, AND PERFORMING ARTS. ALL PROGRAMS ARE OFFERED ON A SLIDING FEE SCALE AND 80% OF ENROLLMENT IS RESERVED FOR FAMILIES EXPERIENCING LOW INCOME. PROGRAMS TAKE PLACE IN SITAR'S STATE-OF-THE-ART FACILITIES AND REACH UP TO 900 STUDENTS A YEAR.

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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 BUILD INTELLECTUAL SUPPORT AMONG POLICYMAKERS, THE MEDIA, EDUCATORS, AND STUDENTS FOR A PRO-MANUFACTURING, PRO-GROWTH AGENDA WHILE ENCOURAGING RECOGNITION OF MANUFACTURING'S CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE WELL BEING OF THE NATION.

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TO ENHANCE AND IMPROVE THE TAX SYSTEM AND TO SERVE ITS MEMBERS.

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TO ENGAGE IN FAST DEVELOPING POLICY ISSUES THAT ARE CRITICAL TO INTERNET COMMERCE CHILD SAFETY DATA SECURITY AND TAXATION

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TO BUILD EFFECTIVE LAW AND GOVERNANCE SYSTEMS FOR ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION BY PROVIDING INFORMATION SERVICES, PUBLICATIONS, TRAINING COURSES, SEMINARS, RESEARCH PROGRAMS AND POLICY RECOMMENDATIONS IN A MANNER THAT ENGAGES AND EMPOWERS LEADERS AND PRACTITIONERS TO ADVANCE ENVIRONMENTAL GOVERNANCE AND RULE OF LAW. ELI'S AUDIENCE INCLUDES LEADING ENVIRONMENTAL PROFESSIONALS IN GOVERNMENT, INDUSTRY, THE LAW PRACTICE COMMUNITY, PUBLIC INTEREST GROUPS, AND ACADEMIA.

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The goal of this organization is to provide youth development services where the major purpose is unclear enough that a more specific code cannot be accurately assigned.

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THE WASHINGTON CENTER FOR EQUITABLE GROWTH IS A NON-PROFIT RESEARCH AND GRANTMAKING ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO IMPROVING THE UNDERSTANDING OF EQUITABLE GROWTH AND INEQUALITY BY SUPPORTING NEW ACADEMIC RESEARCH AND BRINGING TOGETHER SCHOLARS TO SHARE THEIR WORK - BUILD A STRONGER BRIDGE BETWEEN ACADEMICS AND POLICYMAKERS TO HELP ENSURE THAT RESEARCH ON EQUITABLE GROWTH AND INEQUALITY IS RELEVANT, ACCESSIBLE, AND INFORMATIVE TO THE POLICYMAKING PROCESS -SHARE A RIGOROUS, FACT BASED NATIONAL DEBATE ON EQUITABLE GROWTH AND INEQUALITY BY FACILITATING SCHOLARS' PARTICIPATION IN THE MEDIA AND INVESTING IN A SOPHISTICATED IN-HOUSE COMMUNICATIONS AND SOCIAL MEDIA EFFORT.

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MAG AMERICA'S MISSION IS TO SAVE LIVES AND BUILD FUTURES BY WORKING WITH OTHERS AROUND THE WORLD TO RECLAIM LAND CONTAMINATED WITH THE EXPLOSIVE REMNANTS OF CONFLICT, REDUCE THE DAILY RISK OF DEATH OR INJURY FOR CIVILIANS, AND CREATE SAFE AND SECURE CONDITIONS FOR DEVELOPMENT.

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AEO IS THE VOICE OF INNOVATION IN MICROBUSINESS AND MICROFINANCE IN THE UNITED STATES. AEO WORKS TO CHANGE THE WAY THAT CAPITAL AND SERVICES FLOW TO UNDERSERVED ENTREPRENEURS SO THAT THEY CAN CREATE JOBS AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL.

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TO PROVIDE HEALTH CARE TO SICK, HOMELESS PERSONS IN DC AND HELP BREAK THE CYCLE OF HOMELESSNESS.

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The goal of this organization is to provide technical assistance training and material resources to support the capacity-building efforts of nations outside the U. S. with a focus on agricultural and rural development, health, education, social welfare, small business development and industrial growth.

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The goal of this organization is to provide education services where the major purpose is unclear cannot be accurately assigned.