The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Pittston

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EDUCATE, INSPIRE, ENTERTAIN & FOSTER CITIZENSHIP, DIVERSE CULTURES, & PERSPECTIVES TO NURTURE COMMUNITY.

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The goal of this organization is to support the needs of public safety agencies and their personnel.

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EDCNP IS A REGIONAL MULTI COUNTY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AGENCY PROVIDING LEADERSHIP, PLANNING, EXPERTISE & SERVICES TO REGIONAL & LOCAL GOVERNMENTS, BUSINESSES & INDIVIDUALS THROUGH COLLABORATIONS & PARTNERSHIPS TO ENHANCE THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT IN THE AREA. EDCNP'S PROGRAMS & SERVICES ADD VALUE TO THE REGION.

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PROMOTE DEVELOPMENT OF GROWTH,IMPROVE ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES AND REMAIN DEDICATED TO THE FUTURE BUILDING OF EDUCATIONAL, AND RECREATION ACTIVITIES FOR THE GREATER PITTSTON AREA.

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NORTH PENN LEGAL SERVICES IS A PROVIDER OF FREE CIVIL LEGAL SERVICES TO RESIDENTS OF A 20 COUNTY AREA IN NORTHEAST PA. POTENTIAL CLIENTS ARE SCREENED FOR INCOME ELIGIBILITY WHICH IS, IN MOST CASES, 125% OF THE FEDERAL POVERTY LEVEL. CASE TYPES ACCEPTED FOR SERVICE ARE THOSE WHICH FIT WITHIN PRIORITIES REVIEWED ANNUALLY BY THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS. NORTH PENN LEGAL SERVICES ADVOCATES HANDLE A VARIETY OF CASES INCLUDING HOUSING, HEALTH, JUVENILE, FAMILY, EMPLOYMENT, EDUCATION, CONSUMER, INCOME MAINTENANCE, AND INDIVIDUAL RIGHTS. THE PRIORITIES ARE DESIGNED TO SCREEN FOR CASES WHICH ARE EMERGENCIES AND WHICH HAVE AN EFFECT ON THE SAFETY AND ECONOMIC STABILITY OF A FAMILY. FOR EXAMPLE, NORTH PENN LEGAL SERVICES ADVOCATES TAKE CASES WHERE THE CLIENT IS AT RISK OF EVICTION FROM PRIVATE OR FEDERALLY SUBSIDIZED HOUSING, HAS BEEN DENIED ACCESS TO PUBLIC BENEFIT - WHETHER IN THE FORM OF CASH ASSISTANCE OR MEDICAL SUPPORT - OR THE VICTIM OF CREDITOR HARASSMENT.

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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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PROVIDES VOLUNTEER FIRE PROTECTION AND RESCUE SERVICES FOR THE MUNICIPALITY OF PITTSTON TOWNSHIP, PA

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EMERGENCY AMBULANCE SERVICES TO GREATER PITTSTON AND SURROUNDING AREAS.

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TO CREATE AND SUPPORT INCLUSIVE AND SUSTAINABLE LIVES FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES

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The goal of this organization is to stimulate the economy, expand employment opportunities, encourage the establishment and growth of commerce and industry and otherwise enhance the economic development of the community.

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SOCIAL CLUB FOR THE HARMONY AND UNDERSTANDING OF ITS MEMBERS

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THE ORGANIZATION WAS FORMED TO RETAIN EXISTING BUSINESSES WITHIN NORTHEASTERN PA AND ASSIST BUSINESSES INTERESTED IN LOCATING WITHIN PA. THE ORGANIZATION ALSO STRIVES TO ATTRACT AND RETAIN PEOPLE WITHIN THE COMMONWEALTH OF PA.

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THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES & MAINTAINS A PUBLIC LIBRARY FACILITY FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE EDUCATIONAL INTERESTS OF THE RESIDENTS OF PITTSTON

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The goal of this organization is to provide technical assistance for nonprofit organizations who need management support in areas like board development; facility administration; fiscal administration; grant writing; personnel administration; program planning, development or evaluation; service delivery; volunteer utilization; or public relations.

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DEVELOPING LAND WHICH HAS BEEN MADE AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE BY SMALL BUSINESS CONCERNS IN NORTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA FOR ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT.

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THE DOWNTOWN PITTSTON PARTNERSHIP, DPP, WAS CREATED FOR THE PROMOTION OF CHARITABLE, RELIGIOUS, EDUCATIONAL AND SCIENTIFIC PURPOSES BY ADVANCING THE REVITALIZATION OF DOWNTOWN PITTSTON, PA BY PROMOTING ACTIVITIES, PROGRAMS AND AESTHETIC IMPROVEMENTS THAT BENEFIT BUSINESSES, RESIDENTS AND VISITORS.

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The goal of this organization is to bring together individuals or organizations with a common professional or vocational interest within the Education major group area.

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The goal of this organization are the learned societies, professional councils, and other organizations that bring together individuals or organizations with a common professional or vocational interest within the Community Improvement, Capacity Building major group area.

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The goal of this organization is to promote artistic expression within a particular ethnic community; work for the preservation and promotion of the traditions, values and lifestyles of different cultural groups; organize activities and events which promote cultural exchange locally or nationally; and encourage understanding and respect for different cultural heritages among the youthful members of the group as well as the mainstream population.

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PROVIDING CHRISTMAS GIFTS TO CHILDREN IN THE WYOMING AREA/PIITSTON AREA SCHOOL DISTRICTS AND SURROUNDING AREAS