The Nonprofit Ecosystem in South Dartmouth

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THE CLUB WAS FORMED IN 1877 AND IS LOCATED IN PADANARAM HARBOR IN DARTMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS. IT HAS A RICH HISTORY AND DIVERSE MEMBERSHIP WITH OUTSTANDING FACILITIES, INCLUDING A CLUBHOUSE AND WATERFRONT WITH DOCKS, SLIPS, LAUNCHING FACILITIES, HARBOR LAUNCH AND FUEL SERVICES. ACTIVITIES INCLUDE A SAILING SCHOOL THAT WAS THE START OF MANY HIGH SCHOOL, COLLEGIATE AND ALL AMERICAN SAILORS; AN ACTIVE WEDNESDAY NIGHT RACING SERIES AND PERIODIC PERPETUAL TROPHY RACES FOR COMPETITIVE SAILORS; A HOST OF SOCIAL EVENTS DURING THE ACTIVE SUMMER AND MORE LIMITED WINTER SEASONS; AND AN ANNUAL CRUISE OF A WEEK OR MORE WITH SHORTER CRUISING EVENTS DURING THE SUMMER SEASON.

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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 is to maintain cemeteries, or provide burial or funeral services for charitable purposes.

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RECREATIONAL CLUB THAT PROVIDES POOL AND TENNIS FACILITIES TO APPROXIMATELY 330 MEMBER FAMILIES.

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The goal of this organization are the organizations, sometimes referred to as public charities, that derive their funding or support primarily from the general public in carrying out their social, educational, religious or other charitable activities serving the common welfare. Although public foundations may provide direct charitable services to the public as other nonprofits do, their primary focus is on grantmaking.

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ROUND THE BEND FARM (RTB), A CENTER FOR RESTORATIVE COMMUNITY, LOCATED IN DARTMOUTH, MASSACHUSETTS IS A WORKING FARM AND EDUCATIONAL NON-PROFIT. WE ARE A LIVING LABORATORY THAT CULTIVATES, EDUCATES, AND EMPOWERS PEOPLE OF ALL AGES. WE ARE DEVOTED TO THE GLOBAL PARADIGM SHIFT TOWARD HOPE AND ABUNDANCE BY VALUING DIVERSITY, MODELING NATURE, AND REDEFINING WEALTH.

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The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people to learn and become competitive in basketball. basketball equipment, uniforms, and officials for competitions are generally included.

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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AWARD SCHOLARSHIPS TO STUDENTS; DEATH BENEFITS TO MEMBERS FAMILIES;AND OTHER DEEDS BENEFITING THE COMMUNITY

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The goal of this organization is to make available to members and their guests and facilities for recreational activities, sports and games. Also included are social clubs that provide opportunities for people to meet and socialize with their peers at dances, parties, picnics, barbecues and other companionable events; and special interest clubs which enable people to share hobbies or other interests with individuals with those same interests.

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The goal of this organization is to operate organizations whose members are graduates of a particular educational institution who provide support for the institution in the form of financial contributions, student recruitment efforts, promotional activities, fund-raising events and continued ties with the academic program.

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TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE TO FARMERS, EDUCATE THE COMMUNITY ON THE IMPORTANCE OF LOCAL AGRICULTURE, WORK TO INCREASE THE FUNCTIONALITY OF OUR REGION'S FOOD SYSTEM, AND CONNECT ALL PEOPLE TO LOCAL FOOD.

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The goal of this organization is to gather, store and distribute food to indigents at no charge or at low cost.

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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.

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The goal of this organization is to raise and distribute funds for multiple organizations within the Education major group area.

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The goal of this organization is to provide organized opportunities for individuals to pursue their interest in ornamental plants, flowers, trees, shrubs, house plants, herbs, garden fruits and vegetables or other species of plants.

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The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people to learn and become competitive in swimming, diving, snorkeling, surfing, water skiing, water polo, boating, white water rafting and other water sports. Coaching, access to a swimming pool or other facilities, sports equipment, and officials for competitions are generally included.

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The goal of this organization is to identify and promote laws for the protection of species of birds, animals, fish or other wildlife that are at risk of extinction; and/or which sponsor programs for breeding endangered species in captivity and releasing them to selected habitats in the wild in which they are given a better chance for survival.

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LOCAL UNION ENFORCED THE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING AGREEMENT TO BETTER THE WORKING CONDITIONS OF THE LOCAL UNION PROVIDE REPRESENTATION TO ITS MEMBERS.

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The goal of this organization is to provide for the humane care, protection and control of animals and which investigate instances of cruelty to animals.