The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Lockport

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The goal of this organization is to focus broadly on strengthening, unifying and building the economic, cultural, educational and social services of an urban community or neighborhood.

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The goal of this organization is to focus on the development and improvement of food resources or food procurement through information and technical assistance for agricultural establishments and individuals in rural or urban settings.

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The goal of this organization are the organizations concerned with civil society, philanthropy, and the nonprofit sector who seek to promote the practice of charitable giving and voluntarism through a variety of strategies including advocacy, disclosure, information exchange, and research. (rev. 1/05)

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The goal of this organization is to produce plays.

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LOCKPORT LEMONT SPARTANS HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY CLUB ON WAS FOUNDED IN 2012, AND INCORPORATED IN SEPTEMBER 2012 AS AN ILLINOIS BASED NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT PROVIDES A SAFE AND MENTORING ENVIRONMENT WITH DEDICATED ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS FOR MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH THAT WANT TO PLAY THE GAME OF ICE HOCKEY IN THE LOCKPORT, LEMONT AND JOLIET AREAS. LOCKPORT LEMONT SPARTANS HIGH SCHOOL HOCKEY CLUB SEEKS TO EMPOWER AMERICAS YOUNG TO HELP THEM REALIZE THEIR FULL POTENTIAL AND TO INSTILL A SENSE OF HOPE IN THEIR FUTURE THROUGH PARTICIPATION IN HEALTHY ATHLETIC COMPETITION.

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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.

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IMPROVE THE STATUS OF TEACHERS, EDUCATIONAL WORKERS AND OTHER WORKERS IN THE COUNCIL'S AREA.

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The goal of this organization is to raise and distribute funds for multiple organizations within the Education major group area.

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The goal of this organization is to maintain involvment in publishing, productions or programming utilizing any of a variety of media or in educational programs related to the media.

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The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people to learn and become competitive in soccer. Coaching, access to a soccer field, soccer equipment, uniforms, and officials for competitions are generally included.

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OCCASIONAL OPEN HOUSE IS HELD SO THAT PEOPLE CAN HAVE A SAFE VIEWING ENVIRONMENT & GAIN KNOWLEDGE & UNDERSTANDING OF NORTH AMERICAN WILDLIFE. OTHER ON SITE EVENTS ARE HELD, SUCH AS FIELD TRIPS, LIBRARIES, GROUP PRESENTATIONS & EDUC. SERVICES FOR SCHOOLS AND OTHER AGENCIES.

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The goal of this organization is to operate organizations of parents, educators, students, and other citizens who are active in their schools and communities promoting the health, education, and welfare of children.

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TO PROVIDE EQUINE-ASSISTED SERVICES AND DIRECT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR THERAPEUTIC ACTIVITIES IN THE CHICAGOLAND AREA.

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The goal of this organization is to raise and distribute funds for multiple organizations within the Religion Related, Spiritual Development major group area.

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The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people of all ages to learn, become competitive in and enjoy the organized recreational activity, sport or game of their choice. These programs may be offered by local clubs devoted to a particular activity or sport; may provide individual or team coaching assistance or instruction, access to equipment and facilities, and uniforms, if necessary; and may sponsor or make arrangements for athletes to participate in amateur competitions, usually at the local or regional level, and provide officials for games. These events are generally for the enjoyment of the athletes and are not at a high enough competitive level to be considered spectator sports.

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The goal of this organization are the organizations whose members are business and professional men and/or women or other individuals who have a common interest in improving the life of the community, which conduct fund-raising events to finance community service projects. Many service clubs are chapters of national or international organizations.

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The goal of this organization is to provide for the humane care, protection and control of animals and which investigate instances of cruelty to animals.

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The goal of this organization are the membership organizations that are engaged in promoting the interests of the veterans or active or retired military personnel who are their members.

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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 for the humane care, protection and control of animals and which investigate instances of cruelty to animals.