The Nonprofit Ecosystem in West Des Moines

MISSION:

IOWA CATHOLIC RADIO IS THE ONLY CATHOLIC RADIO BROADCASTER FOR THE COMMUNITY OF CENTRAL IOWA. WE SERVE AS THE RADIO VOICE FOR THE PARISHES AND SCHOOLS OF THE DIOCESE OF DES MOINES, INCLUDING BISHOP JOENSEN, DOWLING CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL, KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS, AND CATHOLIC CHARITIES, OFFERING MORE THAN HALF A MILLION CHRISTIANS THE OPPORTUNITY TO HEAR THE WORD OF GOD.

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PROMOTE CONSERVATIVE FREE MARKET PRINCIPLES TO THE CITIZENS OF AMERICA.

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TO PROVIDE WIGS FREE OF CHARGE TO CANCER PATIENTS FOLLOWING RADIATION TREATMENT OR CHEMOTHERAPY

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The goal of this organization is to provide philanthropy, voluntarism and grantmaking services where the major purpose is unclear enough that a more specific code cannot be accurately assigned.

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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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ENCOURAGE & SUPPORT LAW ENFORCEMENT, AND LAW ENFORCEMENT FAMILIES NEEDING ASSISTANCE.

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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 are the private foundations whose grant funds are derived primarily from the contributions of a profit-making business organization.

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The goal of this organization is to raise and distribute funds for multiple organizations within the Philanthropy, Voluntarism, and Grantmaking Foundations major group area.

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PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL CAMPING EXPERIENCES FOR GIRLS OF ALL RACES AND CREEDS.

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WE STRIVE TO BE THE UNIFYING ORGANIZATION THAT ENABLES THE WEST DES MOINES COMMUNITY SCHOOLS TO PROVIDE ACCESS TO EXCEPTIONAL DISTRICTWIDE OPPORTUNITIES THAT PROMOTE THE JOY OF LEARNING; IMPROVE EDUCATIONAL OUTCOMES; AND PREPARE ALL STUDENTS TO BECOME CONFIDENT, COMPETENT AND ENGAGED CITIZENS.

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The goal of this organization is to offer new or second-hand furniture, appliances, clothing, toys and other material goods at lower than retail prices, and which often use the proceeds from sales to support other services to the community. Thrift shops accept direct donations from the public of new and reusable goods.

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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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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TO PROVIDE LOW RENT HOUSING FOR THE ELDERLY AND/OR HANDICAPPED.

MISSION:

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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PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES THAT INFORM AND EDUCATE ABOUT AMERICA'S CIVIL JUSTICE SYSTEM

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The goal of this organization is to work to promote the rights of employees to fair remuneration and safe working conditions.

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THE CORPORATION WAS ORGANIZED FOR THE PURPOSE OF HOLDING TITLE TO PROPERTY AND COLLECTING INCOME FROM THERE TO SUPPORT THE SOCIAL ACTIVITIES OF THE CHAPTER IN ORDER TO PROMOTE LASTING AND ENDURING FRIENDSHIP AMONG ITS MEMBERS AND TO FOSTER HIGH STANDARDS OF INTELLECTUAL ACHIEVEMENT.

MISSION:

LEADING THE FIGHT TO TREAT AND CURE ALS THROUGH GLOBAL RESEARCH AND NATIONWIDE ADVOCACY WHILE ALSO EMPOWERING PEOPLE WITH LOU GEHRIG'S DISEASE AND THEIR FAMILIES TO LIVE FULLER LIVES BY PROVIDING THEM WITH COMPASSIONATE CARE AND SUPPORT.