The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Buffalo

MISSION:

RESTORATION, RECREATION AND EDUCATION IN THE CITY OF BUFFALO.

MISSION:

THE ORGANIZATION IS ORGANIZED EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING THE EDUCATIONAL MISSION OF THE SCHOOL OF DENTAL MEDICINE OF THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT BUFFALO BY PARTICIPATING IN THE PLAN FOR THE MANAGEMENT OF CLINICAL PRACTICE INCOME APPLICABLE TO THE SCHOOL OF DENTAL MEDICINE OF THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT BUFFALO AND INCIDENTAL THERETO, BY PROVIDING CLINICAL INSTRUCTION AND SUPERVISION OF STUDENTS, INTERNS AND RESIDENTS AND RENDERING THE PROFESSIONAL DENTAL SERVICES.

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The goal of this organization is to build, rehabilitate, manage and/or provide rental housing for low-income individuals and families, older adults and people with disabilities; or which make purchasable housing available to low or moderate income families by offering lower priced housing and/or affordable payment plans, by arranging for interest or mortgage subsidies or by involving eventual owners in the construction process (sweat equity).

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TO ADVANCE THE RESEARCH MISSION OF THE DEPARTMENT OF VETERAN'S AFFAIRS BY FACILITATING BIOMEDICAL RESEARCH AND RELATED ACTIVITIES.

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PROFESSIONAL THEATRE FOR YOUTH BASED ON HEALTH AND WELLNESS TOPICS AND CHILDRENS LITERATURE.

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The goal of this organization is to engage in radio productions and broadcast, including public radio stations and radio stations that offer programming that is designed for community residents who are blind or visually impaired (radio reading services).

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TO PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL TRAINING AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR THOSE PEOPLE PREPARING TO ENTER THE CONSTRUCTION INDUSTRY AND THOSE ALREADY BENEFITING FROM EMPLOYMENT IN IT.

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THE P2 COLLABORATIVE OF WESTERN NEW YORK ALIGNS RESOURCES TO MEASURABLY IMPROVE POPULATION HEALTH AND HEALTHCARE DELIVERY, INCREASE ACCESS TO CARE, AND REDUCE HEALTH DISPARITIES IN WESTERN NEW YORK.

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GRASSROOTS GARDENS OF WESTERN NEW YORK, INC.'S MISSION IS TO SHARE KNOWLEDGE, POWER AND RESOURCES TO GROW HEALTHY FOOD, HEAL SYSTEMIC HARM, AND STRENGTHEN NEIGHBORHOOD CONNECTIONS THROUGH COMMUNITY GARDENS.

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TO REVITALIZE THE FRUIT BELT COMMUNITY OF BUFFALO NEW YORK

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GLIDING STARS, INC. PROVIDES ADAPTIVE ICE SKATING PROGRAMS TO INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND OPPORTUNITIES TO REACH THEIR FULLEST POTENTIAL AND ENHANCED SELF-ESTEEM THROUGH DEVELOPMENT OF ICE SKATING SKILLS AND PERFORMANCE IN AN ANNUAL ICE SKATING SHOW. THE ORGANIZATION DEVELOPS CHAPTERS IN NEW LOCATIONS, PROVIDES INSTRUCTIONAL EXPERTISE, ACTS AS A RESOURCE TO INTERESTED INDIVIDUALS, AND PROMOTES MAKING ICE SKATING ACCESSIBLE TO ALL.

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THE NATIONAL LACROSSE LEAGUE PLAYERS ASSOCIATION IS THE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT OF THE PLAYERS IN THE NATIONAL LACROSS LEAGUE. THE ASSOCIATION WORKS TO IMPROVE THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT FOR PLAYERS IN THE LEAGUE, EDUCATES ITS MEMBERS ABOUT TOPICS IMPACTING PLAYERS' EMPLOYMENT, AND SERVES AS THE COLLECTIVE BARGAINING UNIT FOR CONTRACT NEGOTIATIONS BETWEEN THE PLAYERS AND THE LEAGUE. THE ASSOCIATION MAINTAINS A ROBUST WEBSITE WITH A SIGNIFICANT AMOUNT OF EDUCATIONAL MATERIAL.

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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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TO OPERATE A HOUSING PROJECT FOR ELDERLY AND HANDICAPPED PERSONS OF LOW INCOME, WHERE NO ADEQUATE HOUSING EXISTS, AND TO PROMOTE THE WELFARE OF THE PEOPLE RESIDING IN THE PROJECT.

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The goal of this organization is to provide food, agriculture or nutrition services where the major purpose is unclear enough that a more specific code cannot be accurately assigned.

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THE INTERNATIONAL SOCIETY OF THE LEARNING IS A PROFESSIONAL SOCIETY DEDICATED TO THE INTERDISCIPLINARY EMPIRICAL INVESTIGATION OF LEARNING AS IT EXISTS IN REAL-WORLD SETTINGS AND HOW LEARNING MAY BE FACILITATED BOTH WITH AND WITHOUT TECHNOLOGY.

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TO INCREASE PUBLIC AWARENESS, APPRECIATION, AND PARTICIPATION IN THE SPORT OF CURLING FOR ALL INDIVIDUALS REGARDLESS OF AGE OR ABILITIES; AND IN ADDITION TO SUPPORT MEMBERS WHO WISH TO PROGRESS IN COMPETITIVE CURLING.

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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 MISSION OF BE-A-FRIEND PROGRAM, INC. COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF ERIE, NIAGARA AND THE SOUTHERN TIER IS TO CREATE AND SUPPORT ONE-TO-ONE MENTORING RELATIONSHIPS THAT IGNITE THE POWER AND PROMISE OF YOUTH, WITH THE VISION THAT ALL YOUTH ACHIEVE THEIR FULL POTENTIAL.

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SPLICE IS A COMMUNITY OF LICENSORS WHO SHARE BEST PRACTICES FOR PROTECTING, PROMOTING, AND ENHANCING BRAND INTEGRITY THROUGH LICENSING BY CONDUCTING WORKSHOPS AND ONLINE FORUMS.