The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Boston

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 MISSION OF THE U.S. CHARITABLE GIFT TRUST (THE "GIFT TRUST") IS TO INCREASE CHARITABLE GIVING THROUGH A COST-EFFECTIVE AND TAX-ADVANTAGED INVESTMENT PROGRAM THAT HELPS DONORS ACHIEVE THEIR PHILANTHROPIC GOALS. EATON VANCE MANAGEMENT SPONSORS THE GIFT TRUST UNDER THE SUPERVISION OF THE GIFT TRUST'S BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND, ALONG WITH EATON VANCE WATEROAK ADVISORS (FORMERLY EATON VANCE INVESTMENT COUNSEL), EATON VANCE TRUST COMPANY, AND CALVERT RESEARCH AND MANAGEMENT, PROVIDES INVESTMENT ADVISORY SERVICES TO THE GIFT TRUST. ON AN ONGOING BASIS, EATON VANCE TRUST COMPANY, AS THE GIFT TRUST'S TRUSTEE, HIRES AND OVERSEES CERTAIN SERVICE PROVIDERS TO THE GIFT TRUST.

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The goal of this organization is to acquire, preserve and exhibit collections of objects including fine art, decorative art, folk/ethnic art and textiles that are collected primarily for their aesthetic qualities and their importance as representatives of a particular artistic tradition or style.

MISSION:

WE STRIVE TO HEAL, TO COMFORT, TO TEACH, TO LEARN, AND TO SEEK THE KNOWLEDGE TO PROMOTE HEALTH AND TO PREVENT DISEASE. OUR PATIENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES ARE AT THE CENTER OF EVERYTHING WE DO. SEE PART III.

MISSION:

TO EDUCATE STUDENTS TO BECOME LEADERS IN COMMUNICATION AND THE ARTS (CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O) AND TO ADVANCE SCHOLARSHIP AND CREATIVE WORK THAT BRINGS INNOVATION, DEPTH AND DIVERSITY TO THESE DISCIPLINES.

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PROVIDE ACCESS TO AND CONDUCT ACTIVITIES IN FURTHERANCE OF HIGHER EDUCATION.

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WGBH ENRICHES PEOPLE'S LIVES THROUGH PROGRAMS AND SERVICES THAT EDUCATE, INSPIRE, AND ENTERTAIN, FOSTERING CITIZENSHIP AND CULTURE, THE JOY OF LEARNING, AND THE POWER OF DIVERSE PERSPECTIVES.

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The goal of this organization is to provide equipment, services or other forms of support which are supplemental to the treatment or rehabilitation of people who have illnesses, injuries or disabilities; or which are instrumental in the prevention of illnesses, injuries or disabilities prior to their occurrence.

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The goal of this organization is to operate postsecondary educational institutions that offer postgraduate study at masters or doctorate levels in addition to an undergraduate program for people who meet entry level requirements and are interested in an advanced education. Some institutions of university status are known as colleges or institutes.

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THE MISSION OF BERKLEE COLLEGE OF MUSIC IS TO EDUCATE, TRAIN, AND DEVELOP STUDENTS TO EXCEL IN THE PERFORMING ARTS.

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THE MISSION OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS FOUNDATION, INC. IS TO FOSTER AND PROMOTE THE GROWTH, PROGRESS AND GENERAL WELFARE OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS AS STATED IN THE ORIGINAL 1950 ARTICLES OF ORGANIZATION. THE FOUNDATION RECEIVES, INVESTS AND DISBURSES PRIVATE GIFTS FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS AND ITS EDUCATIONAL MISSION.

MISSION:

INVEST FUNDS FOR THE BENEFIT OF PRESIDENT & FELLOWS OF HARVARD COLLEGE, A RELATED 501(C)(3) SUPPORTED ORGANIZATION.

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COMMONWEALTH CARE ALLIANCE, INC.'S MISSION IS TO IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING OF PEOPLE WITH SIGNIFICANT NEEDS BY INNOVATING, COORDINATING AND PROVIDING THE HIGHEST QUALITY, INDIVIDUALIZED CARE.

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:

THE MISSION OF THE BOSTON SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA (BSO) IS TO FOSTER AND MAINTAIN AN ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO THE MAKING OF MUSIC CONSONANT WITH THE HIGHEST ASPIRATIONS OF THE MUSICAL ART, CREATING PERFORMANCES AND PROVIDING EDUCATIONAL AND TRAINING PROGRAMS AT THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF EXCELLENCE.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the cooperative 501(c)(14) associations that use money deposited by a group of people (e.g., fellow employees) and lend it out again to people in the same group at favorable interest rates.

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PRESERVATION OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING, INC. (POAH) WAS FORMED TO PRESERVE AND CREATE AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR PERSONS IN NEED OF SUCH HOUSING.

MISSION:

THE FOUNDATION PROVIDES MEDICAL, HEALTH CARE SERVICES, AND EDUCATIONAL SERVICES TO (SEE SCHEDULE O) BOSTON CHILDREN'S HOSPITAL AND HARVARD MEDICAL SCHOOL. THE FOUNDATION ALSO PROVIDES CARE FOR PATIENTS IN NEED OF HEALTH CARE SERVICES, REGARDLESS OF THEIR ABILITY TO PAY, AS WELL AS PROVIDING COMMUNITY BASED SERVICES.

MISSION:

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)

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to operate multihospital health care systems that have two or more hospitals owned, leased, sponsored, or managed by a central organization. Also includes parent companies of diversified single hospital systems that provide comprehensive management and support services for the hospital.