The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Kansas City

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The goal of this organization is to work to promote the rights of employees to fair remuneration and safe working conditions.

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MATTIE RHODES CENTER ENRICHES THE LIVES OF INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES, AND COMMUNITIES IN A RESPECTFUL, MULTICULTURAL ENVIRONMENT.

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The goal of this organization is to train people in the specific skills they will need to obtain employment in a particular industry or which provide work experience for youth or others who have no employment history.

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THE CHILDREN'S CENTER CAMPUS IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION FORMED FOR THE PURPOSE OF MAINTAINING AND OPERATING THE CAMPUS STRUCTURE FOR OTHER 501(C)(3) ORGANIZATIONS THAT ARE HOUSED IN THE CAMPUS.

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THE MISSION OF KC SCHOLARS IS TO INCREASE POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION ATTAINMENT IN THE GREATER KANSAS CITY AREA. KC SCHOLARS WILL PROVIDE THE MEANS THROUGH SCHOLARSHIPS, FINANCIAL INCENTIVES TO PROMOTE COLLEGE SAVINGS, AND SUPPORT SERVICES FOR LOW- AND MODEST-INCOME STUDENTS AND ADULTS NEEDING ACCESS TO PURSUE AND COMPLETE A POSTSECONDARY CREDIT-BEARING CREDENTIAL OR DEGREE. BY DOING SO, KC SCHOLARS WILL IMPROVE THE EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT, ECONOMIC INDEPENDENCE, QUALITY OF THE WORKFORCE, AND PARTICIPATION IN COMMUNITY ACTIVITIES IN GREATER KANSAS CITY.

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CROSSROADS REAL ESTATE IS ORGANIZED EXCLUSIVELY FOR CHARITABLE AND EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES IN SUPPORT OF CROSSROADS CHARTER SCHOOLS THAT PREPARE AND INSPIRE STUDENTS TO BUILD A BETTER TOMORROW BY PROVIDING AN ACADEMICALLY RIGOROUS K-12 EDUCATION IN A CREATE, COLLABORATIVE, COMMUNITY-FOCUSED ENVIRONMENT.

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REVITALIZATION OF THE HISTORIC 18TH & VINE JAZZ DISTRICT AND PRESERVE THE OFFICIAL HISTORIC DESIGNATION THROUGH THE COMPLETION OF REHABILITATION AND PRESERVATION WITH THE

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THE GRADUATE SCHOOL OF SIMR'S("GSSIMR") EXEMPT PURPOSE IS TO PROVIDE GRADUATE EDUCATION THAT WILL PREPARE SCHOLARS FOR SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH IN THE BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES.

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PROVIDES RAPID REHOUSING PROGRAMS FOR HOMELESS FAMILIES IN KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI. OTHER ACTIVITIES INCLUDE TRAINING AND EDUCATION REGARDING BUDGETING, LIFE SKILL TRAINING FOR BOTH ADULTS AND CHILDREN, SHORT AND LONG TERM GOAL PLANNING, AND HEALTHY LIFESTYLES, AS WELL AS COUNSELING AND THERAPY FOR BOTH CHILDREN AND ADULTS DUE TO HOMELESSNESS.

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CONNECTING THOSE IN NEED WITH FOOD, HOUSING, HEALTH CARE, EDUCATION, EMPLOYMENT SERVICES, AND OTHER RESOURCES IN ORDER TO NURTURE GREATER HOPE, HEALTH, OPPORTUNITY AND PEACE.

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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 MISSION OF THE BLACK ARCHIVES OF MID-AMERICA IS TO COLLECT, PRESERVE, AND MAKE AVAILABLE TO THE PUBLIC MATERIALS DOCUMENTING THE SOCIAL, ECONOMIC, POLITICAL, AND CULTURAL HISTORIES OF PERSONS OF AFRICAN DESCENT IN THE CENTRAL UNITED STATES, WITH EMPHASIS ON THE KANSAS CITY, MISSOURI REGION. THE BLACK ARCHIVES OF MID-AMERICA IS AN EDUCATIONAL RESOURCE AND PROVIDES ACCESS TO ITS COLLECTIONS FOR RESEARCH, EXHIBITION, AND PUBLICATIONS TO HONOR OUR COMMUNITY'S HERITAGE AND TO CATALYZE PUBLIC AWARENESS.

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WESTSIDE HOUSING ORGANIZATION, INC'S (WHO) MISSION IS TO BUILD ROBUST SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES. IT WORKS WITH RESIDENTS, LOCAL BUSINESSES, AND KEY STAKEHOLDERS TO REBUILD NEIGHBORHOODS SO THAT THEY ARE SAFE, AFFORDABLE AND HEALTHY PLACES WHERE DIVERSE PEOPLE WANT TO LIVE, WORK, AND PLAY WHO DEMONSTRATE THE PRINCIPLES OF SUSTAINABILITY IN ALL LINES OF BUSINESS AND THE COMMUNITIES IT SERVES.

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The goal of this organization

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THE MISSION OF NEWHOUSE IS TO SHATTER THE BARRIERS THAT FEED THE CYCLE OF ABUSE AND FOR ALL PEOPLE TO LIVE A LIFE FREE OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE.

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SERVICES ARE PROVIDED ACROSS FOUR PILLARS: EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE, CHILDREN AND FAMILY SERVICES, HOUSING SERVICES, AND EMPLOYMENT SERVICES. THE STAFF ENCOURAGE ENROLLMENT IN AGENCY PROGRAMS SUCH AS: EMPLOYMENT SERVICES; RAPID AND PERMANENT HOUSING; FINANCIAL LITERACY; BUDGETING AND PARENTING CLASSES. CLIENTS MAY ALSO BE REFERRED TO ONE OR MORE OF THE AGENCY'S COLLABORATIVE PARTNERS WHO OFFER ADDITIONAL SERVICES, SO EACH CLIENT HAS ACCESS TO THE SUPPORT AND SERVICES THEY REQUIRE TO BE SUCCESSFUL. SHORT AND LONG-TERM CLIENT ENGAGEMENT AND OUTCOMES ARE TRACKED IN A ROBUST DATABASE, AND REPORTED REGULARLY TO STAKEHOLDERS.

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THE LANDMARK LEGAL FOUNDATION IS A PUBLIC INTEREST LAW FIRM.

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CASA IS A UNIQUE NON-PROFIT HELPING ABUSED AND NEGLECTED CHILDREN IN THE JACKSON COUNTY FAMILY COURT SYSTEM. OUR TEAM OF TRAINED VOLUNTEERS,STAFF CASE SUPERVISORS, AND STAFF ATTORNEYS ALLOW EACH CHILD TO BE REPRESENTED IN A COURT OF LAW WITH A VOICE.

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ADVISORY SERVICES ON CHAPTER MANAGEMENT, FINANCE AND MEMBER EDUCATION.

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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.