The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Massachusetts

MISSION:

DEDICATED TO PROVIDING AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR SENIORS OF LOW AND MODERATE INCOME.

MISSION:

AMERICA SCORES NEW ENGLAND HELPS URBAN YOUTH BUILD ESSENTIAL LIFE SKILLS AND CHARACTER THROUGH SOCCER AND TEAM-BASED ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS. BOSTON SCORES ENVISIONS A WORLD WHERE ALL YOUTH FEEL A SENSE OF BELONGING AND ACHIEVE THEIR FULL POTENTIAL.

MISSION:

TO OPERATE AND MAINTAIN AN EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION TO PREPARE CHILDREN FOR HIGH SCHOOL, SECONDARY SCHOOL AND HIGHER EDUCATION AND IN CONNECTION THEREWITH TO PROMOTE EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR STUDENTS AND THEIR FAMILIES AND THE COMMUNITY.

MISSION:

THE MARTHA'S VINEYARD COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, INC., SUCCESSOR TO THE PERMANENT ENDOWMENT FUND FOR MARTHA'S VINEYARD, THE ISLAND'S COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, PUTS CHARITABLE CONTRIBUTIONS TO WORK FOR THE PEOPLE OF MARTHA'S VINEYARD BY MAKING GRANTS THAT ADDRESS COMMUNITY NEEDS, FUNDING SCHOLARSHIPS FOR ISLAND STUDENTS, AND BUDILING AN ENDOWMENT TO PROVIDE THE RESORUCES TO ENHANCE AND PRESERVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE ON THE VINEYARD FOREVER.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE INDIVIDUALS WITH ADVENTUROUS AND CHALLENGING EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PROGRAMS THAT INSPIRE CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT, COMPASSION, COMMUNITY SERVICE, ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT.

MISSION:

THE PURPOSES OF THE CORPORATION SHALL BE TO PROMOTE, STIMULATE, DEVELOP, AND ADVANCE THE BUSINESS PROSPERITY AND ECONOMIC WELFARE OF THE WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS REGION AND THE CITIZENS THEREOF, TO ENCOURAGE AND ASSIST, THROUGH LOANS, INVESTMENTS, OR OTHER BUSINESS TRANSACTIONS, THE LOCATION OF NEW BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY IN THE WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS REGION; TO REHABILITATE AND ASSIST EXISTING BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY; AND SO TO STIMULATE AND ASSIST IN THE EXPANSION OF ALL KINDS OF BUSINESS ACTIVITY WHICH WILL TEND TO PROMOTE THE BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AND MAINTAIN THE ECONOMIC STABILITY OF THE WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS REGION, PROVIDE MAXIMUM OPPORTUNITIES FOR EMPLOYMENT, ENCOURAGE THRIFT, AND IMPROVE THE STANDARD OF LIVING OF ITS CITIZENS; AND SIMILARLY TO ENDEAVOR TO INCREASE AND DIVERSIFY INDUSTRY AND EMPLOYMENT.

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:

REACH OUT AND READ GIVES YOUNG CHILDREN A FOUNDATION FOR SUCCESS BY INCORPORATING BOOKS INTO PEDIATRIC CARE AND ENCOURAGING FAMILIES TO READ ALOUD TOGETHER.

MISSION:

PROVIDES HOME CARE SERVICES, REFERRALS, AND ADVOCACY TO THE ELDERLY POPULATION OF SOUTH SHORE MASSACHUSETTS.

MISSION:

CATHOLIC CHARITIES IS DEDICATED TO PROVIDE EXTENSIVE SOCIAL SERVICE PROGRAMS TO HELP PEOPLE CHALLENGED BY DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES, FRAIL AND VULNERABLE ELDERS, FAMILIES AND CHILDREN. THE ORGANIZATION ALSO PROVIDES SERVICES THROUGH OUTREACH TO PARISHES AND COMMUNITIES.

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:

350.ORG IS BUILDING A GLOBAL GRASSROOTS MOVEMENT TO SOLVE THE CLIMATE CRISIS.

MISSION:

THE VALLEY OF BOSTON IS A DOMESTIC FRATERNAL ORGANIZATION WHOSE MISSION IS TO STRENGTHEN THE MASONIC WAY OF LIFE THROUGH ITS WORLDWIDE BROTHERHOOD.

MISSION:

TO ENCOURAGE, RECEIVE AND ADMINISTER GIFTS AND BEQUESTS OF PROPERTY AND FUNDS FOR EDUCATIONAL AND CHARITABLE PURPOSES FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF BERKSHIRE COMMUNITY COLLEGE.

MISSION:

A REGIONAL TRADE ASSOCIATION FOR THE NATURAL GAS INDUSTRY PROVIDING EDUCATION & TRAINING, TECHNOLOGY RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT, OPERATIONS, PLANNING, AND INCREASING PUBLIC AWARENESS OF NATURAL GAS IN THE NORTHEAST U.S.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE HOUSING FACILITIES ON A NON-PROFT BASIS FOR THE USE AND OCCUPANCY OF ELDERLY, AGED, OR HANDICAPPED PERSONS AND OTHER SERVICES SPECIALLY DESIGNED TO MEET THE PHYSICAL, SOCIAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL NEEDS OF THE ELDERLY, AGED AND HANDICAPPED AND TO PROMOTE THEIR HEALTH, SECURITY, HAPPINESS IN LONGER LIVING, THE CHARGES FOR SUCH HOUSING AND SERVICES INSOFAR AS CONTRIBUTIONS, BEQUESTS OR INCOME OF THE CORPORATION MAKE THIS POSSIBLE.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to support the passage and enforcement of laws and other social measures that protect and promote the rights and interests of one or more specific ethnic groups or individuals who have a common national origin.

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:

2LIFE BUILDS & OPERATES HOUSING FOR LOW INCOME SENIORS & OFFERS SERVICES TO ENHANCE INDEPENDENCE AND DIGNITY. INSPIRED BY JEWISH VALUES, 2LIFE COMMUNITIES ARE NONSECTARIAN.2LIFE SERVICES, INC. ("SERVICES") PROVIDES RESIDENT SERVICES FOR 2LIFE'S NINE HUD SUBSIDIZED SENIOR DEVELOPMENTS OWNED AND MANAGED BY RELATED ENTITIES, THAT ENABLE 2LIFE'S RESIDENTS TO AGE WELL AND OBTAIN THE SUPPORT NEEDED TO REMAIN IN THEIR 2LIFE HOMES. IN ADDITION, THE ORGANIZATION DEVELOPS THE REFINANCING AND RENOVATION OF 2LIFE'S OLDEST BUILDINGS, AND THE FINANCING AND CONSTRUCTION OF NEW PUBLICLY ASSISTED AFFORDABLE HOUSING. THE ORGANIZATION OVERSEES PROPERTY OPERATIONS, INCLUDING ACTIVITIES DESIGNED TO INSURE COMPLIANCE WITH ALL PERTINENT GOVERNMENT REGULATIONS, AND PROVIDES MANAGEMENT SUPPORT IN AREAS OF ACCOUNTING AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY.

MISSION:

TO ORGANIZE IRISH AMERICA ON BEHALF OF IT'S IRISH HERITAGE TO SUPPORT EDUCATION PROGRAMS, CROSS-COMMUNITY PROGRAMS, AND JOB CREATION PROGRAMS IN IRELAND AND NORTHERN IRELAND, AND TO PROVIDE SPEAKING AND INTERACTIVE FORUMS IN THE UNITED STATES FOR VISITING LEADERS FROM IRELAND AND NORTHERN IRELAND.