The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Philadelphia

MISSION:

PHILADELPHIA WORKS, INC. STRIVES TO BUILD A STRONGER WORKFORCE THROUGH CAREER, SKILLS TRAINING, EMPLOYMENT SERVICES FOR CAREER SEEKERS, BUSINESS SERVICES FOR EMPLOYERS, AND LABOR MARKET INSIGHTS FOR SMART WORKFORCE SOLUTIONS AND INNOVATION.

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STUDENTS LEARN THE SKILLS NEEDED FOR POST-SECONDARY SUCCESS AND ARE ABLE TO PURSUE THEIR DREAMS.

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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 for named trusts not classified elsewhere. (rev. 11/04)

MISSION:

PECCDC IS THE REAL ESTATE ARM OF RELATED ORGANIZATION PEOPLE'S EMERGENCY CENTER (PEC). ON ITS OWN OR THROUGH CONTRACTUAL RELATIONSHIPS, PECCDC ACQUIRES, SELLS, RENTS, REHABILITATES AND MANAGES PROPERTIES IN THE WEST PHILADELPHIA COMMUNITY WHERE PEC CARRIES OUT ITS PROGRAMS.

MISSION:

THE LEGACY FOUNDATION INSPIRES AND EDUCATES LEAGUE MEMBERS, STUDENTS, AND THE GREATER COMMUNITY TO BE ENGAGED AND RESPONSIBLE CITIZENS, GUIDED BY THE UNITED STATES CONSTITUTION AND THE HISTORY AND VALUES OF THE UNION LEAGUE.

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THE SOCIETY OF HOSPITAL MEDICINE IS DEDICATED TO PROMOTING THE HIGHEST QUALITY CARE FOR ALL HOSPITALIZED PATIENTS. SHM IS COMMITTED TO PROMOTING EXCELLENCE IN THE PRACTICE OF HOSPITAL MEDICINE THROUGH EDUCATION, ADVOCACY AND RESEARCH.

MISSION:

THE FAIRMOUNT PARK CONSERVANCY WORKS AS A COLLABORATIVE PARTNER TO LEAD AND SUPPORT EFFORTS WHICH PRESERVE AND IMPROVE THE FAIRMOUNT PARK SYSTEM IN ORDER TO ENHANCE THE QUALITY OF LIFE AND STIMULATE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OF THE GREATER PHILADELPHIA REGION.

MISSION:

THE ORGANIZATION IS ORGANIZED AS AN AREA AND INDUSTRY- WIDE LABOR MANAGEMENT COOPERATION COMMITTEE AS PROVIDED BY 302(C)(9) OF THE TAFT-HARTLEY ACT FOR THE PURPOSES SET FORTH IN 6(B) OF THE LABOR MANAGEMENT COOPERATION ACT OF 1978 , INCLUDING THE ENCOURAGEMENT AND SUPPORT OF ESTABLISHMENT AND AREA AND INDUSTRY-WIDE COMMITTEE DESIGNED TO IMPROVE LABOR MANAGEMENT RELATIONSHIPS, JOB SECURITY, COMPETITIVENESS , PRODUCTIVITY, ORGANIZATIONAL EFFECTIVENESS, AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.

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OPERATION OF A CHARTER SCHOOL IN PHILADELPHIA SERVING STUDENTS IN GRADES K-12, DAY CARE AND NURSERY SCHOOL.

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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ENGAGED IN PLANNING, ADVOCACY, ADMINISTRATION AND PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT OF PRIMARY HEALTH CARE FOR LOW INCOME PHILADELPHIANS.

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THE CENTER FOR ART IN WOOD INTERPRETS, NURTURES, AND CHAMPIONS CREATIVE ENGAGEMENT AND EXPANSION OF ART, CRAFT, AND DESIGN IN WOOD TO ENHANCE THE PUBLIC'S UNDERSTANDING AND APPRECIATION OF IT.

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TO PROVIDE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO CURRENT MERCHANTS IN PHILADELPHIA.

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TO PROVIDE ALTERNATIVE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES, HEALTH CARE SERVICES, MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES, AFTER-SCHOOL AND SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAMMING, POST-SECONDARY PROGRAMMING, AND FACILITIES TO CHARTER AND CONTRACTED SCHOOLS.

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The goal of this organization are the organizations, sometimes referred to as public charities, that derive their funding or support primarily from the general public in carrying out their social, educational, religious or other charitable activities serving the common welfare. Although public foundations may provide direct charitable services to the public as other nonprofits do, their primary focus is on grantmaking.

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BYERSCHOOL FOUNDATION PROVIDES FINANCIAL SUPPORT AND GUIDANCE TO RUSSELL BYERS CHARTER SCHOOL.

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THE ORGANIZATION ADVOCATES AND PROMOTES INDEPENDENT LIVING FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.

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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.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE CHARITABLE FUNDING SUPPORT FOR EDUCATION, SCIENTIFIC RESEARCH, COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP, AND SUSTAINABLE TECHNOLOGIES ON THE ISLAND OF ELEUTHERA AND AROUND THE WORLD.