The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Fort Wayne

MISSION:

THE MISSION OF THE FORT WAYNE YOUTHEATRE IS TO EDUCATE, ENGAGE, AND ENTERTAIN AREA YOUTH AND FAMILIES THROUGH THEATRE ARTS. FOUNDED BY MRS. CHAN RAY AND MRS. LESTER JACOBS IN 1934 AS PART OF OLD FORT PLAYERS (NOW THE CIVIC THEATRE), THE FORT WAYNE YOUTHEATRE IS THE FIFTH OLDEST CHILDREN'S THEATRE IN THE NATION AND OFFERS A COMPLETE THEATRE EXPERIENCE TO CHILDREN AGES 3 TO 18 THROUGH THREE KEY PROGRAMS; PRODUCTIONS, CLASSES AND CAMPS, AND OUTREACH.

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TO PROVIDE ACTIVITIES AND SERVICES TO VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES AND TO DONATE SERVICES AND RESOURCES TO THE COMMUNITY

MISSION:

PROMOTE AND PERPETUATE VARIOUS KINDS OF YOUTH PROGRAMS OF AN ATHLETIC AND CULTURAL NATURE AND TO ALLOW BOYS AND GIRLS TO ENROLL IN PROGRAMS WITHOUT CONSIDERATION OF RACE, RELIGION, CREED OR ECONOMIC STATUS.

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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.

MISSION:

TO SERVE HOMELESS FAMILIES BY UNITING FAITH COMMUNITY VOLUNTEERS AND LOCAL AGENCIES IN A COOPERATIVE EFFORT TO PROVIDE SHELTER, MEALS AND COMPASSIONATE ONGOING SUPPORT TO OUR GUESTS.

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STRENGTH THROUGH UNITED ACTION, GUIDED BY INTELLIGENCE IS THE HALLMARK OF TRADE UNION ORGANIZATIONS. BELIEVING SUCH UNITY IS ESSENTIAL FOR THE MUTUAL PROTECTION AND ADVANCEMENT OF THE INTERESTS AND GENERAL WELFARE OF POLICE OFFICERS BELOW THE RANK OF SERGEANT AND OTHER MEMBERS EMPLOYED BY THE CITY OF FORT WAYNE, INDIANA.

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The goal of this organization is to provide education services where the major purpose is unclear cannot be accurately assigned.

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TO PROVIDE APPRENTICESHIP TRAINING FOR PLUMBING CONTRACTORS.

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MINISTRY PROVIDES FOOD, OVER THE COUNTER MEDICATIONS AND WEEKEND LUNCHES TO THOSE MOST IN NEED.

MISSION:

AMPLIFY THE VOICE OF THE CREATOR, BY FOSTERING CONTENT THAT INVITES.

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LITERACY CHANGES LIVES. OUR MISSION IS TO EMPOWER PEOPLE AND STRENGTHEN COMMUNITY THROUGH EDUCATION. IN SUPPORT OF ITS MISSION, THE LITERACY ALLIANCE SERVES ADULTS THROUGH FREE INSTRUCTION IN ADULT BASIC EDUCATION SKILLS, HIGH SCHOOL EQUIVALENCY PREPARATION, AND ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNING. TLA SERVES K-3 SCHOOL CHILDREN BY PROVIDING TUTORS WHO HELP STUDENTS ACHIEVE GRADE-LEVEL READING GOALS. THE LITERACY ALLIANCE COLLABORATES WITH LOCAL SCHOOLS AND COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS TO PROVIDE ON-SITE INSTRUCTION AND MUTUAL REFERRALS. TLA ALSO PLACES A FAMILY LIBRARY IN EACH NEW HABITAT FOR HUMANITY HOME AT THE TIME OF DEDICATION. VOLUNTEERS ARE AN ESSENTIAL PART OF THE INSTRUCTION TEAM IN ALL PROGRAM AREAS.

MISSION:

PROVIDING A PLATFORM TO FUNDRAISE SO THAT EVERY PATIENT CAN BE GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY FOR QUALITY HEARING HEALTH CARE.

MISSION:

CROSSWINDS, INC. IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT, FAITH-BASED ORGANIZATION CREATED IN 2012 WITH A MISSION OF CHANGING HEARTS AND BRINGING HOPE TO INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES.

MISSION:

LOVE FORT WAYNE EXISTS TO IMAGINE, INSPIRE, AND IGNITE TRANSFORMATION THROUGH GOD'S LOVE. IMAGINING A FLOURISHING FORT WAYNE, LOVE FORT WAYNE WORKS TO CONVENE THE LIKE HEARTED TO: LOVE OUR FAMILIES, LOVE OUR SCHOOLS, LOVE OUR LEADERS AND LOVE OUR PASTORS THROUGH THE FOUNDATION OF PRAYER.

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TO PROVIDE HOUSEHOLD FURNISHINGS TO FAMILIES AND INDIVIDUALS AS THEY REBUILD THEIR LIVES AFTER SUFFERING DISASTER, PERSONAL TRAGEDY OR OTHER MISFORTUNES.

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THE FRATERNAL ORGANIZATION OF EAGLES, AN INTERNATION NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION UTITIES FRATERNALLY IN THE SPIRIT OF LIBERTY, TRUTH, JUSTICE AND EQUALLY TO MAKE HUMAN LIFE MORE DESIREABLE BY LESSING ITS ILLS AND PROMOTING P

MISSION:

PEOPLE OF FAITH SERVING THE SOCIAL, PHYSICAL AND EDUCATIONAL NEEDS OF FORT WAYNE'S CENTRAL CITY AND BEYOND. THE AGENCY OPERATES A FOOD AND CLOTHING BANK, AND PROGRAMS FOR OLDER ADULTS AND YOUTH.

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 is to operate twenty-four hour medical institutions that provide diagnostic and treatment services for people whose illnesses require an overnight stay. Most hospitals also provide a variety of services on an outpatient basis. Use this code for hospitals not specified below.

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The goal of this organization is to provide hot meals on a regular basis, usually for elderly individuals but also for disabled adults or other target populations.