The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Oak Park

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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The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people to satisfy their inner needs and enhance their spiritual growth through organized worship or through other devotional activities under the auspices of one of the group of religious faiths that is based on the teachings of Jesus Christ. Use this code for Christian denominations that are not specified below as well as their ministries, missions or missionary activities; bible camps and schools. (rev. 11/04)

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TO EDUCATE OUR YOUTH MENTALLY, PHYSICALLY AND SPIRITUALLY WITH A LIFE-LONG LEARNING AND SERVICE EXPERIENCE THROUGH GROUP MENTORSHIP THAT WILL EQUIP THEM WITH THE KNOWLEDGE AND TOOLS FOR LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT AND SUCCESS IN LIFE.

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ECONOMY SHOP SELLS DONATED CLOTHING AND OTHER HOUSEHOLD ITEMS TO THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND UTILIZES THE FUNDS RAISED TO SUPPORT LOCAL CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS.

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The goal of this organization is to enable students who demonstrate financial need to obtain the financial assistance they require to meet their educational and living expenses while in school.

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TO BRING HANDS-ON STEAM OPPORTUNITIES TO YOUTH THAT INSPIRE A LIFE-LONG LOVE OF LEARNING.

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INCORPORATED FOR THE PURPOSE OF UNITING THOSE ENGAGED IN REAL ESTATE FOR THE PROMOTION AND MAINTENANCE OF HIGH STANDARDS IN THE PROFESSION.

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PROVIDE COMPETITIVE,INTERGRATED EMPLOYEMENT FOR PEOPLE WITH A BROAD RANGE OF DISABILITIES IN A RETAIL CENTER & PLACE THEM IN COMPETITIVE CAREERS IN THE COMMUNITY.

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CIR ENGAGES IN RESEARCH, POLICY AND ANALYSIS, TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE, DEMONSTRATION PROJECTS, PUBLIC EDUCATION AND OTHER ACTIVITIES TO PROMOTE POLICIES THAT AMELIORATE POVERTY AND ACHIEVE RACIAL EQUITY, DOMESTICALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY, AND OTHER CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES.

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The goal of this organization is to foster, nurture and sustain artistic excellence and create a climate in which the arts and humanities may flourish in a community.

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KINDNESS CREATORS INTERGENERATIONAL IS A PRIVATE INTERGENERATIONAL PRESCHOOL THAT OFFERS A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUNGER AND OLDER GENERATIONS TO INTERACT AND BUILD MEANINGFUL RELATIONSHIPS THROUGH PURPOSEFUL ACTIVITIES, PROVIDING QUALITY EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCES.

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TO CREATE AND SUPPORT A THRIVING AND VIBRANT BUSINESS ENVIRONMENT IN DOWNTOWN OAK PARK.

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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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The goal of this organization are the religious organizations whose form of Christian faith and practice originated with the principles of the Reformation. Use this code for Protestant churches as well as their ministries, missions or missionary activities; bible camps and schools; and bible distribution programs.

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ENHANCE THE QUALITY AND EFFECTIVENESS OF HEALTH CARE BY FOSTERING EXCELLENCE AND PROFESSIONALISM IN THE PRACTICE OF MEDICINE.

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TO EQUIP PASTORS TO BE THEOLOGIANS FOR TODAY'S COMPLEX WORLD THUS HAVING PASTOR THEOLOGIANS LEAD THRIVING CONGREGATIONS THAT NURTURE FAITHFUL CHRISTIANS WHO CULTIVATE RENEWED COMMUNITIES.

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TO PROVIDE AND EXPAND PRO BONO LEGAL SERVICES TO ASSIST AND SUPPORT LEGAL AID AGENCIES IN SERVING INDIVIDUALS BELOW 150% OF THE POVERTY LINE.

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PROVIDE A SPACE FOR PERFORMING ARTS AND EDUCATE THE COMMUNITY ABOUT PERFORMING ARTS THROUGH ATTENDING AND ACTING IN THEM.

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The goal of this organization is to provide a variety of recreational and social activities for young people with the objective of strengthening their religious values and meeting their spiritual needs as well as supporting their growth and development as individuals.

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OUR MISSION IS TO SUPPORT AND ENHANCE COMMUNITIES DOMESTICALLY AND INTERNATIONALLY VIA SPORTS, EDUCATION, JOB TRAINING AND HEALTH INITIATIVES IN REGARDS TO AWARENESS AND PREVENTION WITHIN THE DISCIPLINE OF CHILDREN AND FAMILY IN EVERY SERVICE FACET. WE ARE COMMITTED TO WORKING WITH HEALTH ORGANIZATIONS, PUBLIC AGENCIES, AS WELL AS INDIVIDUALS, TO DEVELOP PARTNERSHIPS RESULTING IN QUALITY PROGRAMMING AND GOOD PUBLIC POLICY MAKING BASED ON ACCURATE INFORMATION REGARDING HEALTH DISPARITIES. THIS MISSION IS SERVED THROUGH ACTIVITIES THAT INCLUDE THE DISSEMINATION OF VITAL HEALTH CARE INFORMATION TO UNDER-SERVED COMMUNITIES. COMMUNITIES, CHILDREN AND ENTREPRENEURS HAVE BENEFITED FROM OUR VARIOUS PROGRAMS.