The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Little Compton

MISSION:

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:

FOUNDED IN 1998 TO REVITALIZE A HISTORIC HARBOR PROPERTY AND TO PRESERVE ITS STORIED HERITAGE, THE SAKONNET POINT CLUB'S MISSION IS TO PROVIDE MEMBERS AND THEIR GUESTS ACCESS TO SAKONNET WATERS, AS WELL AS OFFER QUALITY, COMPLEMENTARY ACTIVITIES SUCH AS BOATING, SWIMMING, EXERCISING, DINING AND SOCIALIZING IN A SETTING OF UNMATCHED HARBOR AND OCEAN VIEWS. THE CLUB IS FULLY COMMITTED TO MAINTAINING A RELAXED, FAMILY FOCUSED AND WELCOMING ATMOSPHERE, AND MANAGING ITS FINANCIAL AFFAIRS IN A RESPONSIBLE MANNER.

MISSION:

THE SAKONNET PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION, INC.,IS DEDICATED TO PRESERVING THE RURAL CHARACTER NATURAL RESOURCES OF LITTLE COMPTON, RHODE ISLAND, FOR THE LASTING BENEFIT OF THE COMMUNITY.

MISSION:

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.

MISSION:

PRESERVATION OF HISTORICAL BUILDINGS, ARTIFACTS, AND RELATED COMMUNITY EDUCATION.

MISSION:

PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL, SOCIAL, AND CULTURAL PROGRAMMING FOR THE ENRICHMENT OF THE COMMUNITY OF LITTLE COMPTON, RHODE ISLAND.

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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MAINTAINS BUILDING AND GROUNDS OF THE BROWNELL LIBRARY FOR A COMMUNITY OF APPROXIMATELY 3500 PEOPLE

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to support a single institution within the Arts, Culture & Humanities major group.

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.

MISSION:

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 is to make available to members and their guests and facilities for recreational activities, sports and games. Also included are social clubs that provide opportunities for people to meet and socialize with their peers at dances, parties, picnics, barbecues and other companionable events; and special interest clubs which enable people to share hobbies or other interests with individuals with those same interests.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE SAILING LESSONS FOR THE CHILDREN OF MEMBERS OF THE CLUB. TO PROVIDE INTRA-CLUB RACING FOR MEMBERS.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to focus broadly on strengthening, unifying and building the economic, cultural, educational and social services of an urban community or neighborhood.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to operate twenty-four hour medical institutions that provide diagnostic and treatment services for people whose illnesses require an overnight stay. Most hospitals also provide a variety of services on an outpatient basis. Use this code for hospitals not specified below.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to enable students who demonstrate financial need to obtain the financial assistance they require to meet their educational and living expenses while in school.

MISSION:

HELPING SENIOR CITIZENS OF LITTLE COMPTON AND TIVERTON REMAIN IN THEIR HOMES SAFELY FOR AS LONG AS POSSIBLE. STAY AT HOME PROVIDES A SERVICE DIRECTORY, MEDICAL EQUIPMENT, AFFORDABLE CAREGIVING, AND TRANSPORTATION SERVICES TO SENIORS IN THE RURAL COMMUNITY.

MISSION:

TO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC ABOUT THE OCEAN AND THE URGENT NEED TO PROTECT THIS VITAL ECOSYSTEM. THIS INCLUDES RESEARCHING AND REPORTING ON THE IMPACTS THAT INDUSTRIALIZING OCEAN WATERS WITH TURBINES OFF THE COAST OF RI AND MA WILL IMPOSE ON THIS FERTILE YET FRAGILE ECOSYSTEM.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to gather, store and distribute food to indigents at no charge or at low cost.

MISSION:

TO REDUCE SUBSTANCE USE AND OTHER RISK BEHAVIORS WHILE MOTIVATING YOUTH AND ADULTS TO ENGAGE IN SAFE AND HEALTHY LIFESTYLES.