The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Philadelphia

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PROVIDES SHELTER, CARE, AND LIFE-SAVING EFFORTS TO ANIMALS, AND PROVIDES ANIMAL CONTROL SEVICES TO THE CITY OF PHILADELPHIA UNDER CONTRACT.

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EDUCATION REGARDING THE MIDDLE EAST AND ISLAMISM IN THE WEST.

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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 EQUITY RESEARCH COOPERATIVE (EQRC) IS A NON-PROFIT RESEARCH COLLECTIVE THAT ADVANCES THE SOCIAL, ECONOMIC, EDUCATIONAL, AND POLITICAL INTERESTS OF COMMUNITIES OF COLOR THROUGH COMMUNITY-ENGAGED RESEARCH, ADVOCACY, AND THE PRAXIS OF REDISTRIBUTION. AS A PEOPLE OF COLOR-LED INTERDISCIPLINARY RESEARCH COOPERATIVE, WE STRATEGICALLY REDISTRIBUTE OUR FINANCIAL RESOURCES, ACADEMIC CAPITAL, AND OPERATIONAL INFRASTRUCTURE TO SOCIAL JUSTICE INITIATIVES, ORGANIZATIONS, AND MOVEMENTS THAT REDRESS STRUCTURAL OPPRESSION.

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HOPE PARTNERSHIP FOR EDUCATION'S MISSION IS EMPOWERMENT THROUGH EDUCATION. HPE SERVES FAMILIES IN EASTERN NORTH PHILADELPHIA THROUGH ITS EDUCATION CENTER, WHICH HOUSES AN INDEPENDENT MIDDLE SCHOOL, GRADES 5 - 8, AN AFTER- SCHOOL ENRICHMENT PROGRAM, A GRADUATE SUPPORT PROGRAM AND AN ADULT EDUCATION PROGRAM.

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THE TEMPLE UNIVERSITY LAW FOUNDATION WAS CREATED TO ASSIST NEEDY LAW STUDENTS IN COMPLETING THEIR STUDIES (SEE PART III).

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The goal of this organization

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TO RAISE FUNDS TO DEVELOP, CONSTRUCT, AND SELL HOUSES TO LOW INCOME HOMEBUYERS. OPERATE A RESOURCE HOME THAT PLACES CHILDREN WITH FAMILIES THAT ARE ABLE TO NURTURE THE CHILDREN.

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TO PROVIDE CULTURAL SENSITIVE SOCIAL SERVICES, CULTURAL ROGRAMS, ECONOMIC AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS TARGETING AFRICAN CARIBBEAN IMMIGRANTS IN THE UNITED STATES.

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TO PROMOTE AND ENHANCE THE EDUCATIONAL FACILITIES AND SERVICES PROVIDED TO THE STUDENTS OF GIRARD COLLEGE (AN ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY SCHOOL) AND OTHER PHILADELPHIA AREA SCHOOLS BY RAISING FUNDS FROM THE ALUMNI AND FRIENDS FOR THESE INSTITUTIONS.

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TO PROVIDE A QUALITY INDEPENDENT CHRISTIAN EDUCATION WHICH EMPHASIZES BIBLICAL VALUES. AN ACADEMIC CURRICULM INCORPORATES A BIBLICAL WORLD VIEW INTO ALL SUBJECT AREAS.

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COLLABORATING WITH ARTISTS, REVEALING NEW POSSIBILITIES.

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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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PROMOTE CORDIAL AND COOPERATIVE RELATIONS BETWEEN CONTRACTORS IN THE HIGHWAY SEGMENT OF THE INDUSTRY AND TO ENGAGE IN COLLECTIVE BARGAINING WITH ORGANIZED LABOR

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ACQUISITION OF AND LEASING OF REAL ESTATE FOR CATCH, INC.

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PROVIDES SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES FOR HANDICAPPED CHILDREN.

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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:

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 PROMOTE JUSTICE, PROFESSIONAL EXCELLENCE AND RESPECT FOR THE RULE OF LAW.

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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.