The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Oak Ridge

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The goal of this organization is to provide science and technology research services where the major purpose is unclear enough that a more specific code cannot be accurately assigned.

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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.

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OAK RIDGE ASSOCIATED UNIVERSITIES, INC. (ORAU) IS A PRIVATE, NOT-FOR-PROFIT CORPORATION AND CONSORTIUM OF 120+ COLLEGES AND UNIVERSITIES AND IS PRINCIPALLY A MANAGEMENT AND OPERATING CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY (DOE). THROUGH THIS CONTRACT, ORAU MANAGES AND OPERATES THE OAK RIDGE INSTITUTE FOR SCIENCE AND EDUCATION (ORISE), WHICH CARRIES OUT RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS IN SCIENCE/ENGINEERING EDUCATION, TRAINING MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS AND ENERGY/ENVIRONMENTAL SYSTEMS FOR DOE AND OTHER FEDERAL AGENCIES AND GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS. IN ADDITION TO THE OPERATION OF ORISE, ORAU CORPORATE CONDUCTS PROGRAMS TO PROVIDE SERVICES TO ITS MEMBER INSTITUTIONS AND OTHER GOVERNMENTAL AND PRIVATE ORGANIZATIONS.

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RIDGEVIEW IS COMMITTED TO PROVIDING A HIGH QUALITY REGIONAL SYSTEM OF SERVICES FOCUSED ON THE TREATMENT OF MENTAL ILLNESS AND ALCOHOL AND DRUG RELATED PROBLEMS, PREVENTION SERVICES, APPROPRIATE SOCIAL SERVICES, AND SUPPORT TO INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES. RIDGEVIEW STRIVES TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE FOR THE INDIVIDUALS WE SERVE.

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EMORY VALLEY CENTER PROVIDES SUPPORTS AND SERVICES TO INDIVIDUALS WITH DEVELOPMENTAL DISABILITIES. ORIGINALLY ESTABLISHED AS AN ADULT DAY PROGRAM, EMORY VALLEY CENTER NOW PROVIDES A WIDE VARIETY OF SUPPORTS AND SERVICES INCLUDING: SUPPORTED LIVING, RESIDENTIAL HABILITATION, SEMI-INDEPENDENT LIVING, FACILITY BASED AND COMMUNITY BASED DAY SERVICES, SUPPORTED EMPLOYMENT, CASE MANAGEMENT, PERSONAL ASSISTANCE, NURSING SERVICES, EARLY INTERVENTION SERVICES, FAMILY SUPPORT SERVICES AND TRANSPORTATION.

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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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THE ORGANIZATION WAS FORMED TO PROVIDE SUPPORT FOR THE OAK RIDGE CITY SCHOOLS BY PROVIDING GRANTS AND OTHER FUNDING NOT ORDINARILY AVAILABLE FROM GENERAL GOVERNMENT FUNDING SOURCES. OAK RIDGE CITY SCHOOLS IS A PUBLIC PRE-K THRU 12 SCHOOL SYSTEM LOCATED IN OAK RIDGE, TENNESSEE.

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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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ELECTRICAL WORKERS 270 WAS CHARTERED ON JULY 1, 1952. WE AIM: TO PURSUE AND ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN AN ADEQUATE WAGE FOR OUR LABOR. TO REQUIRE OF OUR MEMBERS SKILL, INTELLIGENCE AND CHARACTER. TO PROTECT OUR EMPLOYERS AGAINST THE UNSKILLED AND INEXPERIENCED WORKER. TO ADVANCE THE PRINCIPLES AND PRACTICES OF CONCILIATION AND ARBITRATION IN THE SETTLEMENT OF ANY DIFFERENCE WITH OUR EMPLOYERS. TO DEFEND OUR RIGHTS AND ADVANCE OUR INTERESTS AS ELECTRICAL WORKERS BY ALL LAWFUL MEANS. TO AID AND ENCOURAGE ALL HONORABLE EFFORTS THAT WILL BETTER THE CONDITIONS OF LABOR. TO MAKE OUR CARD AND SEAL A CERTIFICATE OF FRATERNITY, HONESTY, EFFICIENCY AND RELIABILITY.

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THE FOUNDATION WILL SUPPORT AND FOSTER SCIENTIFIC AND EDUCATIONAL ENDEAVORS ALIGNED WITH THE MISSIONS OF OAK RIDGE NATIONAL LABORATORY (ORNL") AND THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY ("DOE") AND THE ECONOMIC, ENERGY AND NATIONAL SECURITY INTERESTS OF THE UNITED STATES.

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TO PROTECT AND PROMOTE THE INTEREST OF ITS 1647 MEMBERS.

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TO ACQUIRE, DEVELOP AND RETURN VACANT OR UNDESIRABLE LAND TO PRODUCTIVE USE

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The goal of this organization is to maintain cemeteries, or provide burial or funeral services for charitable purposes.

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AID TO DISTRESSED FAMILIES OF APPALACHIAN COUNTIES,INC AN INDEPENDENT, NOT-FOR-PROFIT AGENCY, EXISTS TO SERVE THE BASIC NEEDS OF PRIMARILY LOW-INCOME RESIDENTS IN ANDERSON AND SURROUNDING APPALACHIAN COUNTIES. ADFACS GOAL IS TO HELP FAMILIES BECOME STABLE AND SELF-SUFFICIENT.

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BUILDS SIMPLE, DECENT, AND AFFORDABLE HOUSES IN PARTNERSHIP WITH INCOME ELIGIBLE PARTICIPATING FAMILIES, VOLUNTEERS, BUSINESSES ORGANIZATIONS AND FAITH COMMUNITIES. THE HOUSES ARE THEN SOLD TO THE PARTNERING FAMILY AT NO PROFIT WITH ZERO PERCENT INTEREST LOANS TO MAKE THEM AFFORDABLE FOR PEOPLE WHO OTHERWISE CANNOT AFFORD A HOUSE WITH A MORTGAGE.

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TO OFFER CULTURAL EXPERIENCES IN THE ARTS AND HUMANITIES TO ALL AGES AND BACKGROUNDS.

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TO PROMOTE THE PHILOSOPHY AND TEACHINGS OF SPIRITUAL KNOWLEDGE FOR THE SPIRITUAL AND SOCIAL WELFARE OF THE PEOPLE.

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PROVIDE YOUTH AGES 5-17 WITH CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT, LEADERSHIP SKILLS, EDUCATION, CAREER GUIDANCE, TRAINING FOR HEALTHY HABITS, AND LIFE SKILLS DEVELOPMENT TO HELP THEM REACH THEIR FULL POTENTIAL AS CARING, PRODUCTIVE, RESPONSIBLE CITIZENS.

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IMPROVE LIVES BY MOBILIZING THE CARING POWER OF OUR COMMUNITY TO CREATE LASTING CHANGE.

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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.