The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Wilkes Barre

MISSION:

TO EDUCATE THROUGH A COMMITMENT TO ATTENTION, EXCEPTIONAL TEACHING, AND ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE.

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PRESERVATION AND PROMOTION OF THE HEALTH OF WILKES-BARRE AND SURROUNDING AREA RESIDENTS

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TO PROVIDE DIAGNOSTIC SERVICES TO CHILDREN WITH EMOTIONAL, BEHAVIORAL OR INTELLECTUAL DISORDERS AND FOSTERS THE WELFARE OF THE CHILD AND THEIR FAMILY IN ANY APPROPRIATE MANNER, PROVIDES CONSULTATION SERVICES TO AGENCIES IN THE COMMUNITY WHICH PROVIDE SERVICES TO CHILDREN, FURTHERS THE WELFARE OF THE CHILDREN BY MAINTAINING AN INTEREST IN THE COMMUNITY-WIDE PROGRAM FOR DOMESTIC CARE AND EDUCATION, PROVIDES EDUCATIONAL SERVICES IN THE FIELD OF MENTAL HEALTH TO SECULAR AND PROFESSIONAL GROUPS, AND PURSUES RESEARCH IN THE AREA OF CLINICAL STUDY OF CHILDREN FOR RESIDENTS OF WILKES-BARRE, PA AND THE SURROUNDING COMMUNITIES.

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SEE SCHEDULE O FOR COMPLETE DESCRIPTIONTHROUGH STRATEGIC INVESTMENTS IN EDUCATION, INCOME, HEALTH AND SAFETY NET PRIORITIES, THE UNITED WAY OF WYOMING VALLEY PROVIDES LEADERSHIP THAT IMPROVES COMMUNITY CONDITIONS AND ADVANCES THE COMMON GOOD FOR ALL. THE ORGANIZATION IS SPECIFICALLY FOCUSED ON THE GROWING ISSUES OF CHILDHOOD POVERTY AND HAS CREATED THE POVERTY TO POSSIBILITY INITIATIVE TO IMPROVE THE ODDS FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES IN THE WYOMING VALLEY TO BE SUCCESSFUL. THE ORGANIZATION ACCOMPLISHES ITS GOALS THROUGH COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT, RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT AND INVESTMENT, ADVOCACY AND VOLUNTEERISM.

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AS A PRIVATE NON-PROFIT HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES ORGANIZATION, MATERNAL AND FAMILY HEALTH SERVICES (MFHS) WORKS TO MEET THE HEALTH AND NUTRITION NEEDS OF NORTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA'S WOMEN, CHILDREN, AND FAMILIES WITH ESSENTIAL PREVENTATIVE SERVICES, EDUCATION, AND QUALITY CARE. TODAY, WE OVERSEE AND SUPPORT A NETWORK OF HEALTH AND NUTRITION CENTERS IN 17 PENNSYLVANIA COUNTIES.SINCE ITS INCEPTION IN 1971, MFHS HAS RESPONDED TO THE COMMUNITY'S CHANGING NEEDS BY CONTINUALLY DEVELOPING AND ADAPTING INNOVATIVE PROGRAMING THAT IMPROVES THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR WOMEN, CHILDREN, AND FAMILIES. IN MAY 2023, MFHS OPENED A NEW CLINIC LOCATION, CIRCLE OF CARE, IN A LOW-INCOME, HIGH NEED AREA OF SCRANTON TO EXPAND CAPACITY TO DELIVER PROGRAMS IN AN INNOVATIVE AND INCLUSIVE MATERNITY MEDICAL HOME MODEL OF CARE. THIS NEW MATERNITY MEDICAL HOME MODEL, THE FIRST IN PENNSYLVANIA, IS DESIGNED TO REMOVE LANGUAGE, TRANSPORTATION, AND FINANCIAL BARRIERS TO ENSURE CONTINUITY OF CARE.

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TO SPREAD AND FOSTER THE CATHOLIC FAITH, TO FOSTER A SPIRIT AND PRACTICE OF TRUE FRATERNALISM, TO PREPETUATE AN APPRECIATION OF ETHNIC CULTURE AND HERITAGE, TO INSTILL PATRIOTIC ZEAL FOR THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, AND TO PROVIDE MEMBERS WITH AFFORDABLE INSURANCE BENEFITS.

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The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people of all ages to learn, become competitive in and enjoy the organized recreational activity, sport or game of their choice. These programs may be offered by local clubs devoted to a particular activity or sport; may provide individual or team coaching assistance or instruction, access to equipment and facilities, and uniforms, if necessary; and may sponsor or make arrangements for athletes to participate in amateur competitions, usually at the local or regional level, and provide officials for games. These events are generally for the enjoyment of the athletes and are not at a high enough competitive level to be considered spectator sports.

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The goal of this organization is to provide technical assistance, loans, loan guarantees and other forms of assistance to support the development and growth of a wide variety of business establishments in the community.

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THE MISSION OF DVSC IS TO WORK TOWARD THE ELIMINATION OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE BY STRIVING TO PROVIDE SAFETY, EMPOWERMENT AND SELF-SUFFICIENCY TO VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE.

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MFHS FOUNDATION IS A PENNSYLVANIA NONPROFIT CORPORATION (THE FOUNDATION) THAT WAS ORGANIZED AND OPERATED AS A SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION DESCRIBED IN THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE (IRC) SECTION 509(A)(3). THE FOUNDATION IS CONTROLLED BY MATERNAL AND FAMILY HEALTH SERVICES, INC WHICH PROVIDES HEALTHCARE SERVICES TO UNDERSERVED WOMEN, CHILDREN AND FAMILIES IN THE NORTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA AREA. MFHS IS A PUBLIC CHARITY DESCRIBED IN IRC SECTIONS 501(C)(3), 509(A)(1), AND 170(B)(1)(A)(VI).THE FOUNDATION WAS FORMED TO SUPPORT OR BENEFIT MFHS. AS A SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION, THE FOUNDATION WAS ORGANIZED AND OPERATES EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE BENEFIT OF, TO PERFORM THE FUNCTIONS OF, OR TO CARRY OUT THE PURPOSES OF THE PUBLICALLY SUPPORTED ORGANIZATION. THE FOUNDATION WAS ORGANIZED AND WILL BE OPERATED EXCLUSIVELY FOR CHARITABLE PURPOSES, SPECIFICALLY, TO SUPPORT AND BENEFIT MFHS. ONE HUNDRED PERCENT OF THE FOUNDATION'S TIME AND RESOURCES WILL BE ALLOCATED TO THE SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION ACTIVITIES.

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FAMILY SERVICE ASSOCIATION OF NORTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA IS A NON-PROFIT, NON SECTARIAN ORGANIZATION WORKING WITH CHILDREN, INDIVIDUALS, FAMILIES AND COMMUNITIES TO ACHIEVE THEIR POTENTIAL.

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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.

MISSION:

THE CONTINUOUS OPERATION OF A CEMETERY AND CREMATORY.

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THE SOCIETY'S MISSION IS TO PRESERVE AND PROMOTE THE HISTORY AND HERITAGE LUZERNE COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA.

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THE CHILD DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL OF NORTHEASTERN PA, INC. WAS ESTABLISHED TO PROVIDE CHILD CARE AND NUTRITIONAL SERVICES TO WORKING FAMILIES.

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PROVIDE HEALTH AND WELFARE BENEFITS FOR PARTICIPANTS

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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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TO ORGANIZE WORKERS AND TO SECURE IMPROVED WAGES, EMPLOYEE BENEFITS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

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PROVIDE JOB TRAINING AND SKILLS NECESSARY FOR EMPLOYMENT

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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.