The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Louisville

MISSION:

TO PROTECT, PRESERVE AND ENHANCE THE NATURAL AND CULTURAL RESOURCES, INCLUDING AGRICULTURAL AND SCENIC RESOURCES, ON BOTH SIDES OF THE OHIO RIVER BETWEEN WESTPORT AND WEST POINT, KENTUCKY, FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC. WE ACCOMPLISH THIS MISSION THROUGH A THREE PRONGED PROGRAMMATIC APPROACH OF LAND CONSERVATION, ADVOCACY AND EDUCATION. RIVER FIELDS STARTED AS AN ADVOCACY GROUP. IN 1986, IT BEGAN LAND AQUISITION WITH THE INTENT TO PROTECT AND MANAGE THE LAND FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC. IN 1996, IT BEGAN ANOTHER CONSERVATION INITIATIVE THROUGH CONSERVATION EASEMENTS. ADDITIONALLY, THE PROTECTION OF HISTORIC RESOURCES TAKES PLACE IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE KY HERITAGE COUNCIL. ADVOCACY IS A PROGRAM THAT USES MANY TOOLS IN PROTECTING THE PLACES PEOPLE LOVE AND CAN ACCESS. THE EDUCATION PROGRAM EDUCATES INTERESTED CITIZENS ABOUT RESOURCES, THREATS AND THE MANY TOOLS THAT ARE AVAILABLE TO PROTECT IMPORTANT RESOURCES AND THE PLACES PEOPLE LOVE.

MISSION:

LOUISVILLE BALLET MAKES MOVING ART THAT RESPECTS TRADITION, ENCOURAGES INNOVATION, AND FOSTERS LIFE-LONG LEARNING. WE INSPIRE CONNECTION, CONVERSATION AND A ROFOUND SENSSE OF COMMUNITY, BY STRIVING FOR BOLD COLLABORATIONS, BY NURTURING THE NEXT GENERATION OF ARTISTS, BY CELEBRATING DIVERSITY, AND BY CREATING ACCESS FOR ALL.

MISSION:

THE CORPORATION IS ORGANIZED FOR THE CHARITABLE AND EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES OF PROVIDING MINISTRY SUPPORT FOR THE CHRISTIAN CHURCH AROUND THE WORLD. THIS IS TO BE ACCOMPLISHED THROUGH THE FOLLOWING MEANS: PARTNERSHIPS WITH CHURCHES IN THE UNITED STATES AND FOREIGN COUNTRIES, COOPERATION WITH MISSIONARIES FROM FOREIGN COUNTRIES, AND ORGANIZING LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES FOR RELIGIOUS WORKERS IN FOREIGN COUNTRIES.

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 EMPOWER INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES, DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES, AND AUTISM AS THEY RECOGNIZE THEIR STRENGTHS, CONTRIBUTE TO THEIR COMMUNITY AND PURSUE THEIR DREAMS.

MISSION:

TO UNITE THE WORKERS WITHIN ITS JURISDICTION IN A SINGLE COHESIVE LABOR UNION FOR THE PURPOSE OF COLLECTIVE EFFORT, TO IMPROVE THE CONDITIONS OF THE WORKERS WITH RESPECT TO WAGES, HOURS, WORKING CONDITIONS AND OTHER MATTERS AFFECTING THEIR LIVES AND WELFARE AND TO DO ALL THINGS WHICH MAY BE NECESSARY OR PROPER TO SECURE FOR THE WORKERS THE ENJOYMENT OF THEIR NATURAL RIGHTS.

MISSION:

TO REPRESENT MEMBERS IN NEGOTIATIONS, TO UNITE WORKERS, TO ENHANCE JOB SECURITY AND OTHER EMPLOYEE BENEFITS.

MISSION:

KENTUCKY YOUTH ADVOCATES (KYA) IS THE INDEPENDENT VOICE FOR KENTUCKY'S CHILDREN. WE HAVE OVER FORTY YEARS OF EXPERIENCE SUCCESSFULLY ADVOCATING FOR POLICIES THAT GIVE CHILDREN THE BEST POSSIBLE OPPORTUNITIES FOR A BRIGHT FUTURE WITH A VISION TO MAKE KENTUCKY THE BEST PLACE IN AMERICA TO BE YOUNG. AS A MULTI-ISSUE ORGANIZATION, WE TAKE A HOLISTIC APPROACH THAT KEEPS KIDS IN THE CENTER, ADVOCATING IN THE ARENAS OF ECONOMIC SECURITY, EDUCATION, HEALTH, EARLY CHILDHOOD, CHILD WELFARE, AND JUSTICE. OUR WORK INCLUDES MEETING WITH DECISION-MAKERS IN FRANKFORT AND ACROSS THE STATE, SHARING DATA ON HOW KENTUCKY KIDS ARE FARING, ENGAGING YOUNG LEADERS, AND MOBILIZING ADVOCATES ACROSS THE STATE. WE HELP WORKING FAMILIES MAKE ENDS MEET, PROTECT KIDS FROM ABUSE AND NEGLECT, ENSURE CHILDREN HAVE ACCESS TO A QUALITY EDUCATION, HELP KIDS GROW UP HEALTHY AND STRONG, AND MORE.

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.

MISSION:

TO PROMOTE THE RECOVERY OF PERSONS WITH MENTAL ILLNESS THROUGH LEADERSHIP IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF QUALITY HOUSING AND REHABILITATION SERVICES.

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.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE PRESCRIPTIVE INSTRUCTION IN A NURTURING ENVIRONMENT DESIGNED TO EMPOWER STUDENTS WHO LEARN DIFFERENTLY IN BECOMING ACCOMPLISHED LEARNERS AND RESILIENT INDIVIDUALS.

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:

ADVOCATE FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD SOCIAL & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND PROFESSIONALS WHO WORK WITH CHILDREN AND THEIR FAMILIES TO ADVANCE THIS MISSION.

MISSION:

THE ORGANIZATION IS A CHRISTIAN NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO THE MINISTRY OF SHORT-TERM MISSIONS AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF PARTNERSHIPS OF MINISTRY PRIMARILY IN DOMINICAN REPUBLIC AND HAITI. THE ORGANIZATIONS GOAL IS TO RECRUIT, EQUIP AND COORDINATE PEOPLE FOR SHOFT-TERM MISSION TRIPS THAT WILL MUTUALLY CHALLENGE EACH PARTICIPANT AND SUPPORT THE INSPIRING EFFORTS OF CHRISTIAN LEADERS ABROAD.

MISSION:

THE MISSION OF THE CORPORATION IS TO GLORIFY GOD THROUGH THE COLLABORATIVE TRAINING AND NURTURING OF STUDENTS WITH THEIR PARENTS IN THEIR SPIRITUAL, ACADEMIC, SOCIAL AND PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT.

MISSION:

PROMOTE UNION MEMBERSHIP FOR THE PURPOSE OF IMPROVING THE CONDITIONS OF ITS MEMBERS BY EDUCATION, IMPROVED WORKING CONDITIONS, BEST WAGES AVAILABLE AND HEALTH, WELFARE, AND PENSIONS FOR MEMBERS AND RETIRED MEMBERS

MISSION:

ADMINISTERS FEDERAL GRANTS AND PRIVATE CONTRIBUTIONS FOR WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT, EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANCE AND OTHER RELATED PROGRAMS FOR THE GREATER LOUISVILLE REGION CONSISTING OF JEFFERSON, BULLITT, HENRY, OLDHAM, SPENCER, SHELBY AND TRIMBLE COUNTIES.

MISSION:

USA CARES' MISSION IS TO PROVIDE POST-9/11 MILITARY VETERANS, SERVICE MEMBERS AND THEIR FAMILIES WITH FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AND POST-SERVICE SKILLS TRAINING TO CREATE A FOUNDATION FOR LONG-TERM STABILITY. OUR SERVICES IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR THEM AND THEIR FAMILIES AND REDUCE THE POTENTIAL RISK FACTORS THAT CONTRIBUTE TO VETERAN SUICIDE.

MISSION:

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.