The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Lynchburg

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:

HORIZON OPPORTUNITIES, INC. SUPPORTS HORIZON BEHAVIORAL HEALTH AND ITS MISSION TO PROVIDE ACCESSIBLE, EVIDENCED BASED AND CONSUMER-CENTERED BEHAVIORAL HEALTH IN CENTRAL VIRGINIA. IT ALSO SUPPORTS INITIATIVES THAT REDUCE THE STIGMA OF MENTAL HEALTH, SUBSTANCE USE AND INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY, AND ENCOURAGES INDIVIDUALS TO SEEK EARLY PREVENTION AND TREATMENT.

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TO PROVIDE AN ATMOSPHERE FOR RECREATION, PLEASURE & ACTIVITIES FOR CLUB MEMBERS

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AMAZEMENT SQUARE CULTIVATES AN ENGAGED COMMUNITY OF LIFELONG LEARNERS BY SPARKING IMAGINATION, CREATIVITY, AND CURIOSITY.

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CHERISHES CHILDREN AND CHALLENGES THEM TO BECOME SCHOLARS, LEADERS, AND CITIZENS FOR THE 21ST CENTURY, IN A COMMUNITY OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE.

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TO PROVIDE FOR SCHOLARSHIPS, FACULTY & STAFF DEVELOPMENT AND INSTRUCTOR EQUIPMENT

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MEALS ON WHEELS OF GREATER LYNCHBURG ADDRESSES THE HUNGER, ISOLATION, AND UNIQUE NEEDS OF THE HOMEBOUND. DRIVEN BY VOLUNTEERS WHO EMBODY COMPASSIONATE CARE, MEALS ON WHEELS STRENGTHENS OUR COMMUNITY BY DELIVERING HOT, NUTRITIOUS MEALS, FRIENDLY VISITS, AND SAFETY CHECKS - EMPOWERING PEOPLE TO LIVE VALUED, INDEPENDENT LIVES AT HOME.

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The goal of this organization is to develop, manage and/or provide rental housing with the availability of supportive services for individuals with disabilities.

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TO END HOMELESSNESS BY REBUILDING LIVES AND EMPOWERING OUR COMMUNITY'S MOST VULNERABLE.

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TO PROVIDE ALL LYNCHBURG CITY PUBLIC SCHOOL STUDENTS THE TOOLS AND RESOURCES TO ATTAIN A POST-SECONDARY EDUCATION

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 GOVERNOR'S SCHOOL FOUNDATION IS A NON-PROFIT CORPORATION ESTABLISHED TO CHANNEL FUNDS FROM PRIVATE SOURCES TO ENHANCE THE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM PROVIDED FOR STUDENTS BY THE CENTRAL VIRGINIA GOVERNOR'S SCHOOL FOR SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY.

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VIRGINIA LEGAL AID SOCIETY, INC. IS A NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATION ORGANIZED TO PROVIDE LEGAL ASSISTANCE IN NON-CRIMINAL PROCEEDINGS OR MATTERS TO PERSONS FINANCIALLY UNABLE TO AFFORD LEGAL ASSISTANCE.

MISSION:

TO CREATE AFFORDABLE HOUSING IN THE LYNCHBURG REGION FOR LOW-INCOME FAMILIES WITH DISABILITIES THROUGH DEVELOPMENT, ADVOCACY, AND SUPPORT.

MISSION:

PROVIDE LOW-INCOME FAMILIES WITH AFFORDABLE HOUSING.

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The goal of this organization is to operate facilities which house a collection of materials including books, manuscripts, journals, government documents and non-print formats such as paintings, musical recordings, videotapes, films and data files which are organized for access by a targeted population.

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SERVE TO STRENGTHEN OUR MEMBER BUSINESSES AND STIMULATE REGIONAL PROSPERITY

MISSION:

UNITES ITS MEMBERS IN THE BONDS OF FRATERNAL BENEVOLENCE AND CHARITY. THROUGH YEAR ROUND SOCIAL AND RECREATIONAL ACTIVITIES FOR THE MEMBERS AND THEIR FAMILIES. ESTIMATED AT 965.

MISSION:

THE YWCA IS DEDICATED TO ELIMINATING RACISM, EMPOWERING WOMEN, AND PROMOTING PEACE, JUSTICE, DIGNITY, AND FREEDOM FOR ALL.

MISSION:

TO SUPPORT OLDER ADULTS AND ADULTS WITH DISABILITIES TO LIVE WITH DIGNITY IN ACCORDANCE WITH THEIR OWN PERSONAL CHOICE.