The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Gainesville

MISSION:

THE MISSION OF ALACHUA CONSERVATION TRUST (ACT) IS TO PROTECT THE NATURAL, HISTORIC, SCENIC AND RECREATIONAL RESOURCES IN AND AROUND ALACHUA COUNTY, FLORIDA. ACT PROTECTS LAND THROUGH PURCHASE, DONATION, AND CONSERVATION EASEMENTS.

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A WELCOMING DIVERSE AND SUPPORTIVE LEARNING COMMUNITY EMPOWERING STUDENTS TO PURSUE THEIR ACADEMIC ARTISTIC AND ATHLETIC PASSIONS

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TO PROMOTE AND SUSTAIN PHILANTHROPY AMONG THE CITIZENS OF NORTH CENTRAL FLORIDA.

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THE CORPORATION IS ORGANIZED EXCLUSIVELY TO SUPPORT THE SERVICE, TEACHING AND RESEARCH MISSION AND GOALS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA AND ITS J. HILLIS MILLER HEALTH CENTER AND THE COLLEGE OF DENTISTRY, ALL AS DETERMINED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA BOARD OF TRUSTEES, AND IT SHALL BE OPERATED EXCLUSIVELY FOR CHARITABLE, SCIENTIFIC AND EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES AND NOT FOR PECUNIARY PROFIT.

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THE ORGANIZATION'S PRIMARY EXEMPT PURPOSE IS TO PROMOTE RECOVERY AND OFFER SOLUTIONS TO THOSE FACING MENTAL ILLNESSES, ADDICTION AND OTHER SOCIAL CHALLENGES.

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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 goal of this organization is to accept donated hearts, kidneys, livers, skin and other organs and tissue for use in transplant operations.

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SUPPORT OTHER CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS OR ENTITIES ENGAGED IN THE ESTABLISHMENT, MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION OF HUMAN BLOOD COMPONENT COLLECTION AND DISTRIBUTION FACILITIES AND ALL OTHER RELATED ACTIVITIES OR SERVICES; PROVIDE MATERIAL SUPPORT BY LEASING FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT OWNED BY IT TO OTHER CHARITABLE INSTITUTIONS OR ENTITIES ENGAGED IN THE ESTABLISHMENT, MAINTENANCE AND OPERATION OF HUMAN BLOOD COMPONENT COLLECTION AND DISTRIBUTION.

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TO PROMOTE THE EDUCATIONAL MISSION AND PURPOSES OF THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA AND PROMOTE, MANAGE, AND ASSIST AND DEVELOP RESEARCH IN THE SCIENCES, TECHNOLOGY, BUSINESS, ARCHITECTURE, AGRICULTURE, ENGINEERING AND ANY OTHER FIELDS THAT FURTHER SUCH MISSION AND EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES AND PROMOTE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.

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SOUTHEASTERN HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION, INC. SUPPORTS THE MISSION OF SHANDS TEACHING HOSPITAL AND CLINICS, INC ("STHC") AND THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA COLLEGE OF MEDICINE.

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THE MISSION OF THE FEDERATION IS TO SUPPORT AND DEVELOP AMERICAN MUSIC AND MUSICIANS.

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THE CORPORATION IS ORGANIZED EXCLUSIVELY TO SUPPORT THE SERVICE, TEACHING AND RESEARCH MISSION AND GOALS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA AND ITS J. HILLIS MILLER HEALTH SCIENCE CENTER AND THE COLLEGE OF VETERINARY MEDICINE, ALL AS DETERMINED BY THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA BOARD OF TRUSTEES, AND IT SHALL BE OPERATED EXCLUSIVELY FOR CHARITABLE, SCIENTIFIC AND EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES AND NOT FOR PECUNIARY PROFIT.

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MYERS & BRIGGS FOUNDATION'S MISSION, AS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION, IS TO EXTEND AND TEACH THE ACCURATE UNDERSTANDING OF THE PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS OF THE C.G. JUNG'S THEORY OF PSYCHOLOGICAL TYPES, WHICH SHOWS HOW OUR DIFFERENCES IN EXPERIENCING EVENTS AND MAKING DECISIONS CAN BE VALUABLE RATHER THAN DIVISIVE AND CAN BE USED CONSTRUCTIVELY TO PROMOTE PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT, TO MANAGE CONFLICT, AND TO INCREASE HUMAN UNDERSTANDING WORLDWIDE.

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OUR MISSION IS TO DIRECTLY IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND WELL BEING OF CHILDREN.

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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 MISSION OF THE AGENCY IS TO PLAN, COORDINATE AND ADVOCATE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A COORDINATED SERVICE DELIVERY SYSTEM TO SERVE THE NEEDS OF OLDER PERSONS LIVING IN MID-FLORIDA.

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TO TRANSFORM COMMUNITIES BY INSPIRING AND EQUIPPING FUTURE INVENTORS, ENTREPRENEURS AND VISIONARIES BY OPERATION OF THE CADE MUSEUM FOR CREATIVITY AND INVENTION ("THE MUSEUM").

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THE MISSION OF FLORIDA RURAL REHABILITATION CORPORATION IS TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO RURAL RESIDENTS FOR HOUSING, EDUCATION, HEALTH CARE AND OTHER ISSUES NECESSARY TO RAISE THEIR STANDARD OF LIVING.

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THE ARC OF ALACHUA COUNTY IS A COMMUNITY BASED ORGANIZATION PROVIDING A CONTINUUM OF EXEMPLARY SERVICES, SUPPORTS, AND ADVOCACY TO ASSURE THAT PEOPLE WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES CAN ENJOY RESPECT AND DIGNITY AND BE FULL PARTICIPANTS IN THE COMMUNITY.

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TO ENSURE THE SURVIVAL OF SEA TURTLES WITHIN THE WIDER CARIBBEAN BASIN AND ATLANTIC THROUGH RESEARCH, EDUCATION, TRAINING, ADVOCACY, AND PROTECTION OF THE NATURAL HABITATS UPON WHICH THEY DEPEND.