The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Bethesda

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DIABETES ACTION RESEARCH AND EDUCATION FOUNDATION IS COMMITTED TO THE PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF DIABETES AND TO THE FUNDING OF INNOVATIVE, PROMISING RESEARCH AIMED AT FINDING A CURE FOR DIABETES AND DIABETES-RELATED COMPLICATIONS.

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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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PROMOTE COMMUNITY REVITALIZATION, HISTORIC TAX CREDITS AND COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS FOR STUDENTS IN FINANCIAL NEED.

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HOLD TITLE TO BUILDING FOR KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL

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TO INCREASE ACCESS TO VITAL SERVICES THROUGH INFORMATION AND REFERRAL STANDARDS AND CREDENTIALING.

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The goal of this organization is to serve the interests of the community as a whole and provide services which meet the needs of people who own or rent apartments, condominiums, townhomes, mobile home parks or other housing complexes who are their members.

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The goal of this organization are the organizations like chambers of commerce, business leagues and commercial trade associations whose members are businessmen and women and merchants who have affiliated for the purpose of promoting the general commercial interests of the community or the interests of their own trade. [Many of these are found in section 501(c)(6) business leagues; and 501(c)(6) chambers of commerce.]

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LEAD4LIFE, INC. EMPOWERS INDIVIDUALS USING STRENGTH-BASED INITIATIVES TO IMPROVE ONE'S QUALITY OF LIFE THROUGH DIRECT SERVICES, ADVOCACY AND EDUCATION.

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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 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 CENTER FOR ADVANCING INNOVATION (CAI) IS A GLOBAL PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP NON-PROFIT FOCUSED ON CREATING A VIRTUOUS CIRCLE OF INNOVATION AND DRIVING GROWTH BREAKTHROUGHS THROUGH NOVEL, CREATIVE PARADIGMS AND MODELS. CAI'S MISSION IS TO ACCELERATE AND INCREASE THE VOLUME OF RESEARCH COMMERCIALIZATION IN SUPPORT OF HIGH GROWTH BUSINESS IN ORDER TO IGNITE ENTREPRENEURSHIP, BOLSTER THE GLOBAL ECONOMY AND MAXIMIZE THE COMMERCIAL AND KNOWLEDGE-BASED POTENTIAL OF PROMISING INVENTIONS. CAI'S AWARD-WINNING CHALLENGE-BASED ACCELERATOR, RIGOROUS FACT-BASED DUE DILIGENCE AND CAPITAL EFFICIENT LEAN MANAGEMENT MODELS SERVE TO HYPER-ACCELERATE "GAZELLE" HIGH- PERFORMING STARTUPS FOR OUTSIZED INVESTOR RETURNS. FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT CAI, PLEASE VISIT HTTP://WWW.THECENTERFORADVANCINGINNOVATION.ORG.

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THE BRIGGS CENTER FOR FAITH & ACTION WELCOMES, SUPPORTS, PROVIDES SERVICES FOR, AND ADVOCATES ON BEHALF OF IMMIGRANTS AND REFUGEES IN THE WASHINGTON, D.C. METRO AREA.

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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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TO CREATE COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES FOR MEMBERS BY ADVANCING THE BUSINESS AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT OF INDEPENDENT DEALERS, MANUFACTURERS AND OTHER REPRESENTATIVES OF -->

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ADDICTION POLICY FORUM'S MISSION IS TO END ADDICTION AS A MAJOR HEALTH PROBLEM IN AMERICA.

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PROVIDE DIRECT SERVICES IN INCREASING LITERACY OF FAMILIES AND STUDENTS FROM LOW-INCOME, CULTURALLY DIVERSE SCHOOL DISTRICTS AND COMMUNITIES; PROVIDE SYSTEMIC FRAMEWORKS AND STRATEGIES TO INCREASE FAMILY ENGAGEMENT AT THE STATE AND LOCAL LEVELS; AND PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES FOR EDUCATORS TO INCREASE THEIR UNDERSTANDING AND SKILLS TO WORK MORE EFFECTIVELY WITH CULTURALLY DIVERSE FAMILIES.

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TO PROMOTE QUALITY CARE AND PATIENT ACCESS TO WOUND CARE PRODUCTS AND SERVICES THROUGH ADVOCACY IN THE REGULATORY, LEGISLATIVE AND PUBLIC ARENAS.

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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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TO PROVIDE FREE ACTIVITIES TO YOUTH WITH SIGNIFICANT DISABILITIES.

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PROMOTE DOMESTIC & INTERNATIONAL FAITH-BASED SERVICE TO PEOPLE OF ALL BACKGROUNDS, AGES & SKILLS.