The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Oregon

MISSION:

METROPOLITAN PUBLIC DEFENDER SERVICES, INC. ("MPD") IS A 501(C)(3) NON-PROFIT LAW FIRM THAT PROVIDES LEGAL DEFENSE SERVICES FOR MISDEMEANOR TO CAPITAL MURDER CASES, JUVENILE MATTERS FROM DELINQUENCY TO DEPENDENCY, MENTAL HEALTH CASES FROM CIVIL COMMITMENTS TO MENTAL HEALTH COURTS, AND SPECIALTY PROJECTS FROM DRUG COURTS TO COMMUNITY COURT. MPD HANDLES THOUSANDS OF CASES A YEAR WITH THE PRIMARY PUBLIC DEFENSE CONTRACTS IN MULTNOMAH AND WASHINGTON COUNTIES AS WELL AS THE LARGEST CAPITAL DEFENSE CONTRACT IN THE STATE.MPD IS ALSO DEDICATED TO BUILDING A HOLISTIC MODEL IN WHICH WE ARE A COMMUNITY-BASED RESOURCE, PROVIDING A BROAD ARRAY OF LEGAL SERVICES TO LOW-INCOME INDIVIDUALS FOR THE PURPOSE OF IMPROVING OUTCOMES LIKE LONG-TERM STABILITY.

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CALDERA ARTS IS A NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT USES ART AND ENVIRONMENT-BASED EXPERIENCES, SUPPORTED BY A COMMUNITY OF ARTISTS AND MENTORS, TO INSPIRE AND SUPPORT HISTORICALLY EXCLUDED YOUTH TO DEVELOP THEIR CONFIDENCE, VOICE AND AGENCY IN THE WORLD.

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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 NORTHWEST ACADEMY IS A NON-PROFIT, INDEPENDENT, COEDUCATIONAL, ACCREDITED COLLEGE-PREPARATORY DAY SCHOOL (GRADES 6 THROUGH 12) WITH AN EMPHASIS ON RIGOROUS ACADEMICS, THE ARTS, AND TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS.

MISSION:

DEVELOP AND OPERATE DECENT AFFORDABLE LOW INCOME HOUSING.

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OUR MISSION IS TO EMPOWER ALL YOUNG PEOPLE, ESPECIALLY THOSE WHO NEED US MOST, TO DISCOVER THEIR FULL POTENTIAL AS CARING, ENGAGED, RESPONSIBLE COMMUNITY MEMBERS.

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RIDE CONNECTION LINKS ACCESSIBLE, RESPONSIVE TRANSPORTATION ALTERNATIVES WITH INDIVIDUAL AND COMMUNITY NEEDS, HELPING PEOPLE IN CLACKAMAS, MULTNOMAH AND WASHINGTON COUNTIES ACCESS GOODS AND SERVICES TO SURVIVE AND THRIVE.

MISSION:

TO ENHANCE MULTNOMAH COUNTY LIBRARY'S INNOVATIVE WORK AND STRENGTHEN OUR LIBRARY SYSTEM.

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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CREATION OF VIDEOS FOR PEOPLE WHO HAVE A RELIGIOUS OR NON-RELIGIOUS INTEREST IN THE BIBLE AND WANT TO UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENT, THEMES, AND STORYLINE BETTER. (CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O).

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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.

MISSION:

PROVIDE TRAINING TO HOMECARE AND PERSONAL SUPPORT WORKERS.

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ON A MISSION TO ALLEVIATE SUFFERING AND OFFER HOPE FOR A BETTER LIFE BY SERVING ESSENTIAL AID WITH DIGNITY.

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PROVIDE AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR ELDERLY AND OTHER LOW INCOME RESIDENTS

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ACQUIRE AND MANAGE LAND AND CONSERVATION EASEMENTS THROUGH PURCHASE AND DONATION TO ENSURE LONG TERM CONSERVATION OF CLEAN WATER, FISH AND WILDLIFE HABITAT, AND OTHER COMMUNITY VALUES.

MISSION:

THE CLIMATE TRUST COMBATS CLIMATE CHANGE BY FUNDING AND MANAGING PROJECTS THAT REDUCE GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS.

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COLUMBIA BASIN ELECTRIC COOPERATIVE, INC MISSION IS TO DISTRIBUTE ELECTRICAL POWER, ON A COOPERATIVE BASIS, TO OUR CONSUMER OWNER/MEMBERS, AT THE MOST AFFORDABLE COST WHILE PROVIDING A HIGH LEVEL OF CONFIDENCE AND RELIABILITY.

MISSION:

OBTAIN, REFURBISH, PRESERVE AND EXHIBIT COLUMBIA RIVER MARITIME ARTIFACTS.

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TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE THROUGH WORKER EMPOWERMENT AND A PROGRESSIVE LABOR MOVEMENT.

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TO ASSIST PEOPLE ENCOUNTERING PROBLEMS WITH DRUG, ALCOHOL, MENTAL, EMOTIONAL, DEVELOPMENTAL, OR INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES.