The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Oklahoma

MISSION:

SPECIAL OLYMPICS OKLAHOMA PROVIDES YEAR-ROUND SPORTS TRAINING AND ATHLETIC COMPETITION IN A VARIETY OF OLYMPIC TYPE SPORTS FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS EIGHT YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES, GIVING THEM CONTINUOUS OPPORTUNITIES TO DEVELOP PHYSICAL FITNESS, DEMONSTRATE COURAGE, EXPERIENCE JOY AND PARTICIPATE IN A SHARING OF GIFTS, SKILLS AND FRIENDSHIP WITH THEIR FAMILIES, OTHER SPECIAL OLYMPICS ATHLETES AND THE COMMUNITY. SPECIAL OLYMPICS WAS FOUNDED IN 1968 BY EUNICE KENNEDY SHRIVER. SPECIAL OLYMPICS OKLAHOMA WAS FOUNDED IN 1969 WITH 20 PARTICIPANTS. TODAY, SOOK OFFERS OVER 140 EVENTS ANNUALLY THROUGHOUT THE STATE TO OVER 11,600 REGISTERED ATHLETES IN 15 DIFFERENT SPORTS. EIGHT OF THE SPORTS OFFERED INCLUDE UNIFIED SPORTS OPPORTUNITIES (PARTNERING ATHLETES WITH AND WITHOUT INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES ON THE SAME TEAM).

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:

NORTHEAST OKLAHOMA COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY IS DEDICATED TO INCREASING SELF-SUFFICIENCY OF INCOME-ELIGIBLE INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES IN NORTHEAST OKLAHOMA THROUGH EDUCATION AND SUPPORTIVE SERVICES.

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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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SUPPORT FOR BEHAVIORAL HEALTH BY COLLECTION OF DONATIONS

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AN ACCREDITED POST-SECONDARY INSTITUTION OF HIGHER EDUCATION. THE UNIVERSITY OFFERS SEVERAL DEGREE PROGRAMS, OFFERS SIX SPORTS PROGRAMS, AND CURRENTLY ENROLLS APPROXIMATELY 350 STUDENTS.

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:

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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ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN THE FOLLOWING 7 COUNTIES HUGHES, LINCOLN, OKFUSKEE, PAWNEE, PAYNE, POTTAWATOMIE, AND SEMINOLE.

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The goal of this organization are the residential options exclusively for older adults who want to have a simpler, maintenance-free lifestyle and enjoy the company of peers with common interests, or who require a moderate amount of support in the activities of daily living to maintain independent living.

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:

TO PROVIDE ACCURATE, TIMELY FUNDING FACILITATION FOR HEALTH, DENTAL AND LIFE INSURANCE COVERAGE.

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TO INSPIRE EXCELLENCE IN CHORAL MUSIC THROUGH EDUCATION, PERFORMANCE, COMPOSITION, AND ADVOCACY.

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WE UNITE BROTHERS AND SISTERS IN FOSTER CARE, SURROUND THEM WITH A COMMUNITY OF HOPE, AND HELP THEM GROW INTO CARING AND PRODUCTIVE ADULTS.

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CHRIST FOR HUMANITY (CFH) IS A CHRISTIAN HUMANITARIAN RELIEF ORGANIZATION WHOSE PURPOSE IS TO GLORIFY GOD BY ENABLING THE CHURCH TO ADVANCE THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST TO THE NEEDY. CFH'S GOAL IS TO PROVIDE CHRISTIAN FIELD WORKERS WITH THE MEANS TO MEET THE PHYSICAL NEEDS OF THOSE THEY ARE SERVING PRIMARILY THROUGH THE PROVISION OF FOOD, CLOTHING, MEDICATION, MEDICAL EQUIPMENT AND OTHER SUPPLIES. LOCALLY, CFH FACILITATES MONTHLY OUTREACHES BETWEEN LOCAL CHURCHES AND 15 AREA HOUSING PROJECTS. CFH ALSO PROVIDES WEEKLY IN-HOUSE PROGRAMS, TARGETING YOUNG ADULTS AND HANDICAPPED INDIVIDUALS. INTERNATIONALLY, CFH OFTEN PARTNERS WITH WELL VETTED MINISTRIES, SPONSORING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS LIKE DRILLING WATER- WELLS, BUILDING SCHOOLS, CLINICS AND CHURCHES, AND PROVIDING SEED MONEY FOR MICRO-BUISNESS.

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The goal of this organization is to operate associations for male and female students which are chapters of national or international organizations, have secret rites and restricted membership, and may undertake, as a part of their activities, community improvement or charitable projects.

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THE PURPOSE OF THE ORGANIZATION IS TO PROVIDE FOOD AND SHELTER FOR HOMELESS FAMILIES IN NORMAN, OKLAHOMA, TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE IN REHABILITATION AND TO IMPROVE THE WELL BEING OF THESE PEOPLE BY PROVIDING COORDINATION WITH EXISTING SERVICES IN THE NORMAN AREA. THE ORGANIZATION SERVES FREE LUNCHES SIX DAYS A WEEK AND PROVIDES TEMPORARY SHELTER FOR HOMELESS PERSONS IN THREE LOCATIONS. THE ACTIVITIES OF THE ORGANIZAITON ARE FUNDED BY STATE AND FEDERAL GRANTS, ALLOCATIONS FROM THE UNITED WAY, LOCAL CHURCHES, INDIVIDUAL CONTRIBUTIONS AND OTHER MISCELLAENOUS SOURCES.

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BLESSINGS INTERNATIONAL IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION WHOSE MISSION IS TO HEAL THE HURTING BY PROVIDING PHARMACEUTICALS, VITAMINS, AND MEDICAL SUPPLIES TO TRAVELING MEDICAL TEAMS AND LOCAL CLINICS; TO BUILD HEALTHY COMMUNITIES BY TREATING THE POOR AND VICTIMS OF ENDEMIC MEDICAL PROBLEMS, DISEASE, OR OVERWHELMING DISASTERS; TO TRANSFORM LIVES BY DEMONSTRATING THE LOVE AND COMPASSION OF JESUS CHRIST.

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EMPOWERING FAMILIES ON THEIR JOURNEY TO INDEPENDENCE.

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PROVIDES LEADERSHIP IN DEVELOPMENT, SUPERVISION & CONDUCT OF ACTIVITIES FOR MEMBER SCHOOLS.