The Nonprofit Ecosystem in North Kingstown

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THE PURPOSE OF THE WICKFORD YACHT CLUB IS TO FOSTER THE SPORT OF YACHTING AND TO PROVIDE SUITABLE FACILITIES AND ACTIVITIES FOR ITS MEMBERS.

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THE UNITED STATES OPTIMIST DINGHY ASSOCIATION (USODA) WAS FORMED TO INTRODUCE AND EDUCATE CHILDREN ABOUT SAILING. THE OPTIMIST CLASS ARE USED FOR THIS PURPOSE AND ARE DESIGNED SPECIFICALLY FOR CHILDREN. THE USODA IS A NATIONWIDE MEMBERSHIP ORGANIZATION THAT SPONSORS, SACTIONS AND OVERSEES THE ACTIVITIES OF THE ASSOCIATION. THERE ARE OVER 400,000 OPTIMISTS CLASS BOATS THROUGHOUT THE WORLD.

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The goal of this organization is to provide or coordinate a wide variety of programs and services that meet the needs and interests of the senior population. Also included are organizations that administer funding for senior services under Title III of the Older Americans Act.

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The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people to learn and become competitive in swimming, diving, snorkeling, surfing, water skiing, water polo, boating, white water rafting and other water sports. Coaching, access to a swimming pool or other facilities, sports equipment, and officials for competitions are generally included.

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MAINTAIN AND OPPERATE A MEMORIAL PARK AND MUSEUM DEDICATED TO THE PRESERVING THE HISTORY OF THE SEABEES

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TO EDUCATE, ENCOURAGE AND INSPIRE OUR MEMBERSHIP, LOCAL ARTS COMMUNITY AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC AND TO PROMOTE FINE ARTS IN THE COMMUNITY.

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The goal of this organization is to provide for the payment of life, sick, accident, or other benefits to the voluntary members of associations or their dependents or designated beneficiaries. This code is used exclusively for organizations exempt from federal taxes under 501(c)(9) of the Internal Revenue Code.

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The goal of this organization is to interpret, collect and preserve the historical heritage of a specific geographic location.

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The goal of this organization is to protect our natural resources from abuse, neglect, waste or exploitation and preserve their availability for future generations.

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WICKFORD CLUB IS A SOCIAL CLUB FOR MEMBERS OF THE COMMUNITY WHO MEET TO DISCUSS COMMUNITY ISSUES AND PROJECTS AND WHOSE MEMBERS VOLUNTEER FOR VARIOUS LOCAL CHARITIES AND SOCIAL ENDEAVORS.

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The goal of this organization are the organizations like chambers of commerce, business leagues and commercial trade associations whose members are businessmen and women and merchants who have affiliated for the purpose of promoting the general commercial interests of the community or the interests of their own trade. [Many of these are found in section 501(c)(6) business leagues; and 501(c)(6) chambers of commerce.]

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OPERATION OF A LABOR UNION FOR FIREFIGHTERS IN NORTH KINGSTOWN, RHODE ISLAND

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The goal of this organization is to acquire, preserve and exhibit collections of objects including fine art, decorative art, folk/ethnic art and textiles that are collected primarily for their aesthetic qualities and their importance as representatives of a particular artistic tradition or style.

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The goal of this organization is to provide a broad range of social services for individuals or families.

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The goal of this organization is to operate institutions outside the formal system of regular schools, colleges, universities and technical/trade schools that provide opportunities for adults to develop basic learning and communication skills, complete their high school education, expand their knowledge in a particular field or discipline or develop skills in a new area of interest.

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The goal of this organization is to help with court administration; court reform including the rights and privileges of prisoners, incarceration alternatives and other criminal justice issues; and alternatives to litigation.

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The goal of this organization is to operate organizations of parents, educators, students, and other citizens who are active in their schools and communities promoting the health, education, and welfare of children.

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The goal of this organization is to sponsor sports competitions for amateurs at the national, state, or international level or competitions at multiple levels including the international level.

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DISPERSE EMPLOYEE CONTRIBUTIONS TO NEEDY COMMUNITY BASED ORGANIZATIONS AND TO CURRENT EMPLOYEES WHO HAVE EXPERIENCED A QUALIFYING EVENT

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The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people to learn and become competitive in swimming, diving, snorkeling, surfing, water skiing, water polo, boating, white water rafting and other water sports. Coaching, access to a swimming pool or other facilities, sports equipment, and officials for competitions are generally included.