The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Fort Myers

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THE ORGANIZATION'S PRIMARY EXEMPT PURPOSE IS TO ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF CHILDREN'S LIVES BY PROVIDING FAMILIES, EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATORS, CARE- GIVERS AND COMMUNITY PARTNERS IN COLLIER, GLADES, HENDRY AND LEE COUNTIES, WITH OPPORTUNITIES TO POSITIVELY IMPACT THE FUTURE. THE EARLY LEARNING PROGRAMS HAVE HIGH QUALITY STANDARDS, COMPREHENSIVE SERVICES, SEAMLESS DELIVERY SYSTEMS WITH DIVERSE SETTINGS, AND WELL-EDUCATED, COMPETENT STAFF. THE DELIVERY SYSTEMS FOR SCHOOL READINESS PROGRAMS ARE COMPRISED OF CHILD CARE PROVIDERS AND OF SCHOOL-BASED SITES OPERATED BY PUBLIC AND NONPUBLIC SCHOOLS.

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ST CHARLES YACHT CLUB, INC. SERVES THE NEEDS OF MEMBERS, OFFERING FINE DINING, SWIMMING FACILITIES, TENNIS COURTS, AND A HARBOR FACILITY FOR THEIR BOATING NEEDS.

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TO PROVIDE SHELTER, TREATMENT, COUNSELING, HOTLINE SERVICES, AND EDUCATION TO VICTIMS OF SEXUAL AND DOMESTIC VIOLENCE.

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THE ENTITY PROVIDES AFFORDABLE HOUSING AND SERVICES TO LOW-INCOME ELDERLY AND HANDICAPPED PERSONS THROUGH THE OWNERSHIP AND OPERATION OF APARTMENT BUILDINGS. IT OWNS AND MANAGES 100 PROJECT BASED SECTION 8 UNITS SUBJECT TO HUD REGULATIONS AND GUIDELINES.

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The goal of this organization is to train people to become effective leaders at the national or local level.

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THE MISSION OF VALERIES HOUSE IS TO HELP CHILDREN AND FAMILIES WORK THROUGH THE LOSS OF A LOVED ONE TOGETHER AND GO ON TO LIVE FULFILLING LIVES. OUR VISION IS THAT NO CHILD WILL GRIEVE ALONE.

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THE ORGANIZATION IS DEDICATED TO ENDING HUNGER AND HOMELESSNESS IN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WHILE INSPIRING AND SUPPORTING SUSTAINED POSITIVE CHANGE. THIS IS ACCOMPLISHED BY PROVIDING NUTRITIOUS MEALS, GROCERIES, SOCIAL SERVICES AND EDUCATION TO THE IMPOVERISHED.

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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 MISSION IS TO PROVIDE UNIQUE EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES BASED ON THE HISTORIC WINTER HOMES, LABORATORY, GARDENS, ARTIFACTS, LEGACY AND LIVES OF THOMAS EDISON AND HENRY FORD.

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WE ENHANCE AND ENRICH THE QUALITY OF THE PUBLIC EDUCATION IN LEE COUNTY FOR STUDENTS AND EDUCATORS THROUGH PROGRAMS, RESOURCES AND EXPERIENCES MADE POSSIBLE THROUGH CORPORATE, INDIVIDUAL AND EDUCATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS.

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TO PROVIDE AN INTEGRATED AND HOLISTIC APPROACH TO PATIENT AND COMMUNITY CARE FOR HIV-AFFECTED CLIENTS IN THE SERVICE AREA USING A CLINICAL CARE MODEL THAT FOCUSES UPON CHRONIC, PRIMARY AND PALLIATIVE CARE AND THAT INCLUDES NEEDY AND UNDERSERVED CLIENTS.

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THE PURPOSE OF THE ORGANIZATION IS TO PROVIDE ADMINISTRATION AND OVERSIGHT TO ORGANIZATIONS AND AND INDIVIDUALS WHO SERVE THOSE SEEKING EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES THROUGH JOB TRAINING, JOB PLACEMENT,COUNSELING AND OTHER ASSISTANCE.

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.

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SINCE 1981, CHILDREN'S ADVOCACY CENTER OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA, INC. (CAC) HAS ADVOCATED FOR A HEALTHY, SAFE COMMUNITY FOR CHILDREN THROUGH A MULTIDISCIPLINARY TEAM APPROACH TO CHILD ABUSE AND NEGLECT. OUR MISSION IS TO PROVIDE A COORDINATED RESPONSE TO CHILD VICTIMS OF ABUSE AND NEGLECT AND IMPROVE THE LIVES OF AT-RISK CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES THROUGH PREVENTION SERVICES. THE CHILDREN'S ADVOCACY CENTER OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA OFFERS ABUSE DETERMINATION SERVICES, THERAPEUTIC COUNSELING, PARENTING EDUCATION, ADVOCACY, PET THERAPY, AND PREVENTION PROGRAMS IN LEE COUNTY. ABUSE DETERMINATION SERVICES AND THERAPEUTIC COUNSELING ARE ALSO PROVIDED IN HENDRY, GLADES, AND CHARLOTTE COUNTIES. CAC IS THE ONLY CHILDREN'S ADVOCACY CENTER IN THE FOUR-COUNTY AREA. CAC IS ACCREDITED BY THE NATIONAL CHILDREN'S ALLIANCE, AND ONE OF THE LARGEST CHILDREN'S ADVOCACY CENTERS IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA.

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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 OPERATE A SCHOOL TO EDUCATE CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL NEEDS THAT PROVIDES A SAFE, SUPPORTIVE AND NUTURING ENVIRONMENT WHERE EACH STUDENT'S DIVERSE ABILITY IS HONORED AND VALUED.

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SEE SCHEDULE O FOR ORGANIZATION'S MISSION STATEMENTOUR MISSION IS TO NURTURE INNOVATION AND EXCELLENCE IN THE VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS VIA EXHIBITIONS, PERFORMANCES, EDUCATION, AND COMMUNITY OUTREACH. THROUGH OUR DEVELOPMENT AND MANAGEMENT OF THE SIDNEY AND BERNE DAVIS ART CENTER, WE CARRY ON THE LEGACY OF BERNE DAVIS AND HER MISSION TO PROVIDE A WORLD-CLASS VENUE AND OPEN ACCESS TO THE ARTS FOR ALL MEMBERS OF THE SOUTHWEST FLORIDA COMMUNITY.

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TO SERVE AND SUPPORT THE CHRISTIAN AND MISSIONARY ALLIANCE FOUNDATION, INC. D/B/A SHELL POINT RETIREMENT COMMUNITY.

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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 ALLIANCE FOR THE ARTS IS THE OFFICIALLY DESIGNATED ARTS ORGANIZATION FOR LEE COUNTY CHARGED WITH THE MISSION TO TRANSFORM LIVES AND IMPROVE COMMUNITY THROUGH THE ARTS.