The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Iowa City

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THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION IS TO CREATE OPPORTUNITIES FOR ARTISANS IN DEVELOPING COUNTRIES TO EARN INCOME BY BRINGING THEIR PRODUCTS AND STORIES TO OUR MARKETS THROUGH LONG-TERM FAIR TRADING RELATIONSHIPS. THE ORGANIZATION SELLS MERCHANDISE, SUBSTANTIALLY ALL OF WHICH HAS BEEN HAND- CRAFTED BY PERSONS OF LOW-INCOME, IN ORDER TO PROVIDE INCREASED SELF- EMPLOYMENT AND A BETTER QUALITY OF LIFE FOR LOW-INCOME PERSONS AND THEIR FAMILIES. THE GOAL IS TO RAISE THE PUBLIC'S AWARENESS OF AND CONCERN FOR ECONOMIC JUSTICE FOR THE POOR IN IMPOVERISHED PARTS OF THE WORLD, AND FOR SUSTAINABLE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND APPROPRIATE TECHNOLOGY WHICH PROTECTS THE ENVIRONMENT.

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The goal of this organization is to are responsible for the control and extinction of fires; and the inspection of buildings, hillside property and industrial plants to ensure compliance with fire codes.

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The goal of this organization is to provide international living experiences for individuals and families by arranging job exchanges, residence exchanges and other similar opportunities.

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LINCOLN BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOO PROGRAM IS A BEFORE AND AFTER AND SUMMER DAY CARE PROGRAM FOR SCHOOL AGED CHILDREN

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TO CREATE A VIBRANT COMMUNITY OF FAMILIES AND INDIVIDUALS BY OFFERING A WIDE VARIETY OF SUSTAINABLY AND ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES.

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The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people to learn and become competitive in swimming, diving, snorkeling, surfing, water skiing, water polo, boating, white water rafting and other water sports. Coaching, access to a swimming pool or other facilities, sports equipment, and officials for competitions are generally included.

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TO ADVANCE THE INTEGRATION AND SELF-DETERMINATION OF PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES THROUGH COMMUNITY SERVICES, EDUCATION AND OPPORTUNITY DEVELOPMENT IN THE EASTERN IOWA CORRIDOR AND THE SURROUNDING REGIONS.

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The goal of this organization are the organizations, sometimes referred to as public charities, that derive their funding or support primarily from the general public in carrying out their social, educational, religious or other charitable activities serving the common welfare. Although public foundations may provide direct charitable services to the public as other nonprofits do, their primary focus is on grantmaking.

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The goal of this organization is to operate associations for male and female students which are chapters of national or international organizations, have secret rites and restricted membership, and may undertake, as a part of their activities, community improvement or charitable projects.

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The goal of this organization is to promote, produce or provide access to a variety of arts experiences encompassing the visual, media or performing arts.

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The goal of this organization is to bring together individuals or organizations with a common professional or vocational interest within the Education major group area.

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The goal of this organization is to provide foundation-level learning for children (usually age two through five and four and one half or five respectively) prior to entering the formal school setting.

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The goal of this organization is the operation of societies, professional councils, and other organizations that bring together individuals or organizations with a common professional or vocational interest within the Health - General and Rehabilitative major group area.

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The goal of this organization is to promote awareness of and appreciation for history and historical artifacts.

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THE JAMES GANG WORKS TO FOSTER COMMUNITY-ORIENTED ACTIONS, ATTITUDES, AND EXPERIENCES IN WHICH CREATIVITY AND SERVICE THRIVE. WE PROVIDED COLLECTIVE SUPPORT FOR DRUPAL CORN, THE ANTELOPE LENDING LIBRARY, BRINK, ENTREPARTNERS, HER TECH COLLABORATIVE, IOWA CITY POETRY, PROMPTPRESS, FLOODWATER FESTIVAL, LENA PROJECT, IOWA TECH CHICKS, AND THE MACHINE STOPS OPERA GROUP.

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The goal of this organization is to operate societies, professional councils, and other organizations that bring together individuals or organizations with a common professional or vocational interest within the Medical Research major group area.

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THE MISSION OF INFORMED CHOICE OF IOWA CORPORATION IS TO PROVIDE PREGNANCY / STI / STD DIAGNOSIS / TREATMENT FOR PEOPLE FACING DIFFICULT HEALTH DECISIONS.

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LOCAL AND INTERNATIONAL PROJECTS SUPPORTING HEALTH, EDUCATION AND INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS.

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The goal of this organization is to provide substitute parental care for children during some portion of a twenty-four hour day.

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The goal of this organization is to develop leadership skills and good citizenship practices in youngsters who are interested in service to others.