The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Leawood

MISSION:

THE MISSION OF THE LEAWOOD CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IS PURSUING BUSINESS PROSPERITY THROUGH INNOVATION AND COLLABORATION.THIS MISSION IS ACCOMPLISHED BY DEMONSTRATING THE ADVANTAGES OF LIVING AND WORKING IN LEAWOOD, BY PROVIDING PROGRAMS AND SERVICES TO HELP ITS MEMBERS' BUSINESSES GROW PROFITABLY, BY ENCOURAGING NETWORKING, AND BY OBTAINING AND RETAINING MEMBERS.

MISSION:

THE ASSOCIATION'S PRIMARY EXEMPT PURPOSE IS TO ENHANCE MEMBER'S PROFESSIONAL GROWTH IN AGRI-MARKETING AND TO PROMOTE AGRI-BUSINESS AS A CAREER.

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The goal of this organization are the private foundations that use a bulk of their resources to provide charitable services or run charitable programs of their own. They make few, if any, grants to outside organizations and, like private independent foundations, they generally do not raise funds from the public.

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THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES PRIMARY CARE FOR 12 VILLAGES AND OTHERS ON THE RIO DULCE RIVER. OVER 3400 PATIENTS WERE TREATED WITH MULTIVITAMINS, DENTAL CARE, ETC.

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The goal of this organization is to promote awareness of and appreciation for history and historical artifacts.

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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:

PHILANOS' MISSION IS TO INSPIRE WOMEN'S PHILANTHROPIC LEADERSHIP, AND TO EQUIP AND STRENGTHEN COLLECTIVE GIVING ORGANIZATIONS THROUGH EDUCATION AND COLLABORATION THAT PROMOTES INFORMED, IMPACTFUL GRANTMAKING IN COMMUNITIES.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR STUDENT ATHLETES OF SHAWNEE MISSION NORTH HIGH SCHOOL WHO HAVE ACHIEVED ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE IN THE CLASSROOM AND MAINTAINED HIGH CIVIC CHARACTER.

MISSION:

THE AUXILIARY UTILIZES VOLUNTEERS AND EMPLOYEES TO OPERATE GIFT SHOPS IN THE HOSPITALS AND TO SUPPORT THE SURGICAL LOUNGE, THE CHAPEL, AND THE LIBRARY, AS WELL AS OTHER ACTIVITIES. THE AUXILIARY ALSO MAKES DONATIONS TO CHARITABLE ACTIVITIES RELATED TO SAINT LUKES HOSPITAL.

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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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The goal of this organization is to provide a broad range of social services for individuals or families.

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.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE TODAY'S AGRIBUSINESS STUDENTS TOOLS. THESE TOOLS INCLUDE INDUSTRY, KNOWLEDGE, LEADERSHIP SKILLS, NETWORKING ABILITIES, PUBLIC SPEAKING EXPERIENCE AND CRITICAL ANALYSIS SKILLS.

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The goal of this organization is the fund-raising entity for a single institution within the Religion-Related major group area.

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The goal of this organization is for named trusts not classified elsewhere. (rev. 11/04)

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide treatment services which may include emotional support, problem-solving assistance, information and guidance through a variety of counseling modalities for individuals who are having difficulty in coping with a traumatic experience or a personal relationship or in making the adjustments that are required by their particular stage in life.

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The goal of this organization is to provide access to the performing arts or a variety of art forms including the performing arts, and/or which present performing arts series.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to provide a broad range of social services for individuals or families.

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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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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.