The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Fairfax

MISSION:

THE SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL NATIONAL PARTNERSHIPS MISSION IS TO ADVANCE SAFE WALKING AND BICYCLING TO AND FROM SCHOOLS, AND IN DAILY LIFE, TO IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND WELL-BEING OF AMERICAS CHILDREN AND TO FOSTER THE CREATION OF LIVABLE, SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES.

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:

GIRLS ON THE RUN OF NORTHERN VIRGINIA (GOTR NOVA) INSPIRES GIRLS TO BE JOYFUL, HEALTHY AND CONFIDENT USING A FUN, EXPERIENCE-BASED CURRICULUM WHICH CREATIVELY INTEGRATES RUNNING. VOLUNTEER COACHES WHO ARE TRAINED BY GOTR NOVA DELIVER AN INTERACTIVE CURRICULUM. THE PROGRAM PREPARES THE GIRLS FOR A LIFETIME OF HEALTHY LIVING AND SELF-RESPECT. THE ORGANIZATION SERVES OVER 3,000 GIRLS AT MORE THAN 120 SITES IN NORTHERN VIRGINIA. GOTR NOVA IS LED BY AN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR AND GOVERNED BY A BOARD OF DIRECTORS.

MISSION:

DEDICATED TO PROVIDE TEACHINGS, INCLUDING EDUCATIONAL AND TRAINING TO HELP INDIVIDUALS GAIN IN-DEPTH UNDERSTANDING OF BUDDHISM. TO PROVIDE REGULAR MEDITATION/YOGA/MINDFULNESS CLASSES, PRAYERS, RITUALS CEREMONIES, RETREATS, GROUP SPIRITUAL PRACTICES, COMMUNITY OUTREACH.

MISSION:

THE ORGANIZATION OPERATES AS AN EDUCATIONAL DAY CARE PROGRAM TO DEVELOP AND IMPLEMENT PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES TO STIMULATE THE INTELLECTUAL, PHYSICAL, SOCIAL AND EMOTIONAL GROWTH OF INFANTS AND TODDLERS.

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 OFFICER DOWN MEMORIAL PAGE, INC., (ODMP) IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION DEDICATED TO HONORING AMERICAS FALLEN LAW ENFORCEMENT HEROES. MORE THAN 26,000 OFFICERS HAVE MADE THE ULTIMATE SACRIFICE IN THE UNITED STATES AND IT IS WITH GREAT HONOR THAT THE ODMP PAYS A LASTING TRIBUTE

MISSION:

SLM EXISTS TO PROCLAIM THE GOSPEL OF JESUS CHRIST BY COMPASSIONATELY OFFERING BIBLICAL, LIFE-AFFIRMING ALTERNATIVES TO PEOPLE FACING UNPLANNED PREGNANCIES AND OTHER SEXUAL CRISES/DECISIONS.

MISSION:

PROVIDE FIRE, RESCUE, AND EMS SERVICES, AS WELL AS PUBLIC EDUCATION AND OUTREACH, TO THE FAIR OAKS, NORTHERN VIRGINIA, AND METROPOLITAN WASHINGTON DC REGION.

MISSION:

CAPITAL AREA TIBETAN ASSOCIATION IS A A NON PROFIT ORGANIZATION OF TIBETAN A IN THE WASHINGTON DC METROPOLIAN AREA. IT STRIVES TO PRESERVE AN PROMOTE CULTURAL TRADITION WITH THE TIBETAN COMMUNITY

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE INTELLECTUAL AND CULTURAL EXPERIENCES IN A WELCOMING ATMOSPHERE TO NORTHERN VIRGINIA RESIDENTS IN THEIR RETIREMENT YEARS. THESE INCLUDE COURSES, CLUBS, SPECIAL EVENTS AND SOCIAL ACTIVITIES.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is to protect the nations forests from insects, disease, fire, erosion, air pollution and other destructive forces.

MISSION:

THE WORLD INNOVATION, TECHNOLOGY AND SERVICES ALLIANCE (WITSA) IS A CONSORTIUM OF OVER 60 INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INDUSTRY ASSOCIATIONS FROM ECONOMIES AROUND THE WORLD. AS THE GLOBAL VOICE OF THE IT INDUSTRY, WITSA PLAYS AN ACTIVE ADVOCACY ROLE IN INTERNATIONAL PUBLIC POLICY ISSUES AFFECTING THE CREATION OF A ROBUST GLOBAL INFORMATION INFRASTRUCTURE.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the organizations whose members are followers of the religion of eastern and central Asia that is based on the teachings of Gautama Buddha which stress that suffering is inherent in life and that one can achieve nirvana (release from suffering) through mental and moral self-purification. Includes Zen.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.

MISSION:

ARTSFAIRFAX IS DEDICATED TO EXPANDING SUPPORT FOR AND ACCESS TO ARTS AND CULTURE OPPORTUNITIES FOR ALL OF FAIRFAX COUNTY.

MISSION:

NCCW REPRESENTS AND SERVES ALL CATHOLIC WOMEN. NCCW ACTS THROUGH ITS MEMBERSHIP TO SUPPORT, EMPOWER, AND EDUCATE ALL CATHOLIC WOMEN IN SPIRITUALITY, LEADERSHIP, AND SERVICE. NCCW PROGRAMS RESPOND WITH GOSPEL VALUES TO THE NEEDS OF THE CHURCH AND SOCIETY IN THE MODERN WORLD.

MISSION:

TO PROVIDE AFFORDABLE HOUSING TO PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES.

MISSION:

TO ADVANCE THE PEST MANAGEMENT INDUSTRY THROUGH EDUCATION, RESEARCH AND OUTREACH.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization are the organizations whose members are a worldwide group which constitutes a continuation through descent or conversion of the ancient Jewish people; who practice Judaism, a religion that is characterized by a belief in one God and in the mission of Jews to teach the oneness of God as revealed in the Hebrew scriptures. Organizations making reference to Lubavitch, Chabad, Yeshiva, and Torah should also be classified here, but not necessarily those mentioning Israel, Hebrew, and Shalom.