The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Kansas City

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TO PREPARE CHILDREN WITH VISUAL IMPAIRMENTS TO REACH THEIR HIGHEST POTENTIAL.

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 goal of this organization is to foster, nurture and sustain artistic excellence and create a climate in which the arts and humanities may flourish in a community.

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BIOMED VALLEY CORPORATION ("BVC") SUPPORTS THE ACTIVITIES OF STOWERS INSTITUTE FOR MEDICAL RESEARCH ("SIMR") WHICH CONDUCTS BASIC CELL AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY RESEARCH.

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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 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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NOVA CENTER'S MISSION IS TO PROVIDE THE HIGHEST QUALITY EDUCATIONAL AND HABILATIVE SERVICES TO INDIVIDUALS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES (L.D., B.D., E.M.H), INCLUDING AUTISM AND ASPERGER'S SYNDROME. WE BELIEVE EACH INDIVIDUAL HAS THE RIGHT TO REACH HIS OR HER HIGHEST POTENTIAL AND TO LIVE AND WORK IN THE LEAST RESTRICTIVE ENVIRONMENT POSSIBLE. NOVA CENTER PROVIDES INDIVIDUALIZED PROGRAMS GEARED TO ALL LEVELS OF DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES WITH THE GOAL OF ENABLING EACH PARTICIPANT TO LEAD A RICHER, MORE INDEPENDENT AND PRODUCTIVE LIFE.

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THE FOUNDATION SHALL FURTHER EDUCATIONAL AND CULTURAL PROGRAMS RELATING TO ZOOLOGICAL ACTIVITIES, ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN ZOOLOGICAL FACILITIES, PROVIDE FOR THE ACQUISITION AND CARE OF SPECIES FOR DISPLAY AND STUDY, AND ENGAGE IN COLLATERAL ACTIVITIES CONSISTENT WITH SUCH PROGRAMS IN THE KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI AREA.

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PROMOTE HIGHER EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT THROUGH INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS

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TO FUND AND SUPPORT THE ARTISTIC ADVANCEMENT AND ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF THE LYRIC OPERA OF KANSAS CITY'S PRODUCTIONS, EDUCATION AND SINGER TRAINING PROGRAMS THROUGH ITS PERMANENT ENDOWMENTS.

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The goal of this organization is to provide for the payment of life, sick, accident, or other benefits to the voluntary members of associations or their dependents or designated beneficiaries. This code is used exclusively for organizations exempt from federal taxes under 501(c)(9) of the Internal Revenue Code.

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 THEATER IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION ORGANIZED AND OPERATED EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE PROMOTION OF ACTIVITIES TO ENCOURAGE INTEREST IN AND APPRECIATION FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS.

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THE ASSOCIATION'S MISSION IS TO PROVIDE LEADERSHIP ON RURAL HEALTH ISSUES THROUGH ADVOCACY, COMMUNICATIONS, EDUCATION, AND RESEARCH.

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KANSAS CITY INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY IS COMMITTED TO EXCELLENCE IN EDUCATION, INSPIRING AND EMPOWERING CHILDREN FROM ALL NATIONALITIES AND DIVERSE BACKGROUNDS, GIVING THEM THE FOUNDATION THEY NEED TO ACHIEVE THE HIGHEST LEVEL OF SUCCESS IN LIFE.

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PROVIDE ASSISTANCE AND INFORMATION TO DISABLED VETERANS, THEIR WIDOWS, DEPENDENTS, AND ORPHANS.

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TO PROVIDE LOW-INCOME PERSONS WITH AFFORDABLE HOME OWNERSHIP AND RENTAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES AND ANY OTHER RELATED AFFORDABLE HOUSING, ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES.

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THE ORGANIZATION'S MISSION IS TO CULTIVATE A COMMUNITY SEEKING RECONCILIATION TO TRANSFORM TROOST FROM A DIVIDING LINE INTO A GATHERING PLACE, REVEALING THE STRENGTH OF ALL. ITS VISION IS THAT KANSAS CITY, NO LONGER DIVIDED BY TROOST, IS REVEALED AS A THRIVING AND VIBRANT COMMUNITY INSPIRING RECONCILIATION ACROSS THE NATION.

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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TO HOLD TITLE TO PROPERTY, COLLECT INCOME THEREFROM, AND TURN OVER THE ENTIRE AMOUNT THEREOF, LESS EXPENSES, TO THE MURIEL MCBRIEN KAUFFMAN FAMILY FOUNDATION, A QUALIFIED 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATION