The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Acton

MISSION:

PROVIDE SOCCER TRAINING TO YOUNG PLAYERS. THE MISSION OF FC STARS OF MASSACHUSETTS IS TO PROVIDE THE OPTIMAL TRAINING AND COMPETITION TO BEST PREPARE OUR YOUNG ATHLETES TO PLAY AT THE HIGH SCHOOL, COLLEGIATE, REGIONAL AND NATIONAL REPRESENTATIVE LEVELS.

MISSION:

TO SPARK DELIGHT IN LEARNING BY IGNITING CURIOSITY AND CREATIVITY IN CHILDREN AND ADULTS, AS THEY DISCOVER TOGETHER THE JOYS OF SCIENCE, NATURE, AND PLAY.

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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 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 access to free or low-cost food products to children, seniors, or indigents by distributing groceries, providing meals, providing facilities for storing food or making available land on which people can grow their own produce.

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TO COLLECT DONATED HOUSEHOLD ITEMS AND MAKE THOSE GOODS AVAILABLE TO THOSE IN NEED.

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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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HABITAT FOR HUMANITY IS A NON-PROFIT CHRISTIAN HOUSING MINISTRY THAT SEEKS TO BE A PARTNER AND CATALYST IN BUILDING COMMUNITIES WHERE EVERYONE HAS THE OPPORTUNITY TO THRIVE. WE BELIEVE OUR MODEL OF SERVICE CAPITAL, NOT CHARITY, CO-WORKERS AND NOT CASE WORKERS PROVIDES A STRENGTH-BASED APPROACH THAT ENHANCES THE CAPABILITIES OF FAMILIES, ENCOURAGING THEM TO DRAW ON THEIR OWN SELF DETERMINATION AND STRENGTHS. WE BELIEVE THAT FAMILIES WHO INVEST IN THEMSELVES THROUGH FINANCIAL EDUCATION AND SWEAT EQUITY IN THE CONSTRUCTION OF THEIR OWN HOMES TRANSFORM THEIR LIVES AND THE LIVES OF THEIR CHILDREN FOR THE BETTER. OUR FAMILIES ARE REQUIRED TO INVEST 200-350 HOURS OF SWEAT EQUITY INTO HABITAT PROGRAMS. THE OWNER AND FAMILIES ARE ALSO REQUIRED TO COMPLETE CERTAIN HOMEOWNERSHIP READINESS CLASSES BEFORE PURCHASING THEIR HABITAT HOMES, AS THE MORTGAGE HOLDER HABITAT OF NORTH CENTRAL MASSACHUSETTS IS ABLE TO PROVIDE A 0% INTEREST MORTGAGE LOAN.

MISSION:

TO BE A LEARNING COMMUNITY WHERE CHILDREN, FROM INFANTS TO SCHOOL AGE, COME TOGETHER WITH EXPERIENCED AND RESPONSIVE TEACHERS TO LEARN ABOUT THEMSELVES, EACH OTHER, AND THE WORLD.

MISSION:

TO EMPOWER ETHIOPIAN COMMUNITIES THROUGH CLEAN WATER ACCESS, EDUCATION, ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITY AND HEALTH CARE - ALL DRIVEN BY LOCAL LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNITY COLLABORATION.

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INCREASE FUNCTION & FITNESS OF CHILDREN AND ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES THROUGH SPORTS AND TRAINING.

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TO PROMOTE AND PRESERVE HISTORICAL BUILDINGS IN ACTON.

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 ORGANIZATION'S MISSION IS TO PROMOTE THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE DRINKING WATER PROFESSION THROUGH EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY.

MISSION:

TO PRODUCE COMMUNITY PROGRAMMING FOR THE RESIDENTS, INSTITUTIONS, AND ORGANIZATIONS OF ACTON, MASSACHUSETTS ON THE PUBLIC, EDUCATIONAL, AND GOVERNMENT ACCESS CHANNELS. IT ALSO PROVIDES EQUIPMENT, TRAINING, AND SUPPORT TO ACTON RESIDENTS AND INSTITUTIONS IN THE USE OF ACCESS FACILITIES AND ACCESS CHANNELS FOR THE AIRING OF LOCAL PROGRAMMING, COMMUNITY EVENTS, AND GOVERNMENTAL PROCEEDINGS.

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THE BRIDGING FOUNDATION AIMS TO EXPAND THE OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDY ABROAD IN JAPAN BY GRANTING INCENTIVE SCHOLARSHIPS TO AMERICAN UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS TO HELP PREPARE AMERICA'S YOUNG PEOPLE TO ASSUME FUTURE GLOBAL LEADERSHIP ROLES.

MISSION:

SUPPORT FOR DOMESTIC VIOLENCE VICTIMS. EDUCATIONAL WORKSHOPS, SUPPORT GROUPS, RESOURCES AND OTHER PROGRAMS FOR WOMEN.

MISSION:

THE ALLEX FOUNDATION ENABLES UNIVERSITIES TO BEGIN OR MAINTAIN A HIGH QUALITY ASIAN LANGUAGE PROGRAM BY PROVIDING THEM WITH PROFESSIONALLY TRAINED NATIVE CHINESE, JAPANESE, OR KOREAN INSTRUCTORS.

MISSION:

PRESERVE AND PROMOTE THE KNOWLEDGE AND PRACTICE OF THE TRADITIONAL AND CONTEMPORARY DANCE AND DANCE MUSIC OF ENGLAND AND NEW ENGLAND.

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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)