The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Kankakee

MISSION:

TO KEEP FAMILIES TOGETHER BY PROVIDING STRUCTURED EDUCATIONAL AND TRAINING SUPPORT, SOCIAL SERVICE AND THE BASIC NEEDS FOR YOUTH TO IMPROVE AND ENHANCE THEIR QUALTIY OF LIFE AND THEIR FAMILIES.GOPYC SERVICES INCLUDE: GROUP HOME AND RESIDENTIAL SERVICES, INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY COUNSELING, FAMILY ADVOCACY AND SUPPORT SERVICES, MENTORING, TUTORING, AFTER SCHOOL RECREATION, LIFE SKILLS TRAINING, AND JOB READINESS TRAINING. THE ULTIMATE GOAL OF THIS AGENCY IS "KEEPING FAMILIES TOGETHER".

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The goal of this organization is to stimulate the economy, expand employment opportunities, encourage the establishment and growth of commerce and industry and otherwise enhance the economic development of the community.

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THE DUANE DEAN BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CENTER (THE CENTER) IS A NONPROFIT CORPORATION WHICH OPERATES A PROFESSIONAL CENTER, PROVIDING COUNSELING AND TREATMENT TO INDIVIDUALS INVOLVED IN CHEMICAL DEPENDENCE OR ABUSE IN KANKAKEE AND SURROUNDING AREAS. THE CENTER ALSO PROVIDES EDUCATION, PARENT TRAINING AND OTHER RELEVANT SUPPORTIVE SERVICES TO FAMILIES AFFECTED BY CHEMICAL DEPENDENCE.

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KANKAKEE COUNTY COMMUNITY SERVICES, INC. BELIEVES THAT INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES DESERVE ECONOMIC WELL-BEING. WE WORK IN COLLABORATION WITH FUNDERS AND LOCAL ORGANIZATIONS TO OFFER OPPORTUNITIES TO EDUCATE, EMPOWER AND BUILD SELF-RELIANCE.

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PROMOTES INDUSTRIAL AND COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT THROUGH MANAGEMENT OF AN INDUSTRIAL RENTAL FACILITY.

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TO ORGANIZE ALL WORKERS FOR THE ECONOMIC, MORAL AND SOCIAL ADVANCEMENT OF THEIR CONDITION AND STATUS.

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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.

MISSION:

PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO THE SURVIVING SPOUSES AND DEPENDENTS OF LAW ENFORCEMENT AND FIREFIGHTING PERSONNEL WHO LOSE THEIR LIVES IN THE LINE OF DUTY WHILE WORKING IN THE COUNTY OF KANKAKEE.

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The goal of this organization is the operation of a symphony orchestra including youth symphonies.

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THE MISSION OF THE KANKAKEE COUNTY CENTER AGAINST SEXUAL ASSAULT IS TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF SERVICES FOR SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT AND ABUSE; TO ASSIST IN THEIR RECOVERY; AND TO WORK TOWARDS THE ELIMINATION OF SEXUAL VIOLENCE

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TO IMPROVE THE ECONOMIC WELL-BEING OF AGRICULTURE AND ENRICH THE QUALITY OF FARM FAMILY LIFE.

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TO IMPROVE, CONSISTENTLY AND MEASURABLY, THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR ALL THEPEOPLE OF KANKAKEE COUNTY BY RAISING AND DISTRIBUTING FUNDS, MOBILIZINGCOMMUNITY RESOURCES AND ENCOURAGING SOLUTIONS TO THE COMMUNITY'S HEALTH ANDHUMAN SERVICE NEEDS.

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IMPROVE EMPLOYMENT AND COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY UTILIZING INDUSTRIAL REAL ESTATE.

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RAINBOW LEARNING ENRICHMENT PROVIDES HEAD START DAY CARE SERVICES TO CHILDREN OF MIGRANT WORKERS.

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REPRESENT LOCAL KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCILS PLUS THE K OF C CHARITIES.

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The goal of this organization is to sponsor, organize and promote fairs and festivals. Includes collectible/antique fairs, county and state fairs, street fairs, festivals, parades, and other similar activities during religious and patriotic holidays and other special occasions.

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THE MISSION OF RIVERSIDE HEALTH SYSTEM IS TO SUPPORT AND ENCOURAGE HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES BY PROVIDING MANAGEMENT ASSISTANCE TO THE RIVERSIDE HEALTHCARE DELIVERY SYSTEM.

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TO PROVIDE DECENT AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO LOW INCOME RESIDENTS OF KANKAKEE COUNTY.

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TO PROMOTE, PRODUCE, ENCOURAGE AND SPONSOR CIVIC THEATRE ARTS AND DRAMA N THE KANKAKEE VALLEY AREA

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FORTITUDE OPERATES AS A STREET OUTREACH ORGANIZATION, DESIGNED TO CONNECT NEEDY AND HOMELESS INDIVIDUALS WITH RESOURCES AND ASSISTANCE.