The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Norfolk

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:

DRIVEN BY ITS CORE VALUES OF ARTISTIC EXCELLENCE AND INCLUSION, THE VIRGINIA SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA'S MISSION IS TO CREATE WORLD-CLASS SYMPHONIC PERFORMANCES, TRANSFORMATIVE MUSIC EDUCATION, AND PURPOSEFUL COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT THROUGHOUT SOUTHEASTERN VIRGINIA.

MISSION:

ASSIST INDIVIDUALS AND COMPANIES WHO ARE IN THE PROCESS OF DEVELOPING TECHNOLOGIES AND IDEAS TO COMBAT SEA LEVEL RISE AND OTHERWIDE AID COMMUNITIES AND MUNICIPALITIES IN ADDRESSING RESILIENCY ISSUES.

MISSION:

THE LIONS MEDICAL EYE BANK & RESEARCH CENTER OF EASTERN VIRGINIA PROVIDES PEOPLE THE OPPORTUNITY TO DONATE OCULAR TISSUE, HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONALS THE MEANS TO END BLINDNESS AND PATIENTS THE HOPE OF CLEARLY SEEING FORM, COLOR AND MOTION.

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 HURRAH PLAYERS, INC., VIRGINIA'S LEADING FAMILY THEATRE COMPANY IS COMMITTED TO UNITE AND ADVANCE COMMUNITIES THROUGH ACCESSIBLE, QUALITY FAMILY-FRIENDLY PERFORMANCES AND EDUCATION.

MISSION:

SIGHT AND HEARING PREVENTION FOR RESIDENTS OF SOUTHEASTERN VIRGINIA AND GRANTS TO ORGANIZATIONS TO FURTHER THOSE GOALS.

MISSION:

The goal of this organization is for named trusts not classified elsewhere. (rev. 11/04)

MISSION:

GROUNDED IN FAITH, CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF EASTERN VIRGINIA SERVES ALL, PROVIDING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES, AND INSPIRING HOPE.

MISSION:

THE DISTRICT COUNCIL OF HAMPTON ROADS AND VICINITY IS THE CENTRAL BARGAINING AGENT FOR THE VARIOUS ILA LOCALS IN THE PORT OF HAMPTON ROADS. THE DISTRICT COUNCIL IS ALSO THE DISPUTE RESOLUTION VENUE FOR THE ILA LOCALS.

MISSION:

PROMOTE, PROTECT, AND ENCOURAGE THE INTERESTS OF COMMERCIAL SHIPPING IN THE PORTS OF VIRGINIA.

MISSION:

TO IMPROVE THE ECONOMIC VITALITY OF THE CITY OF NORFOLK VIRGINIA

MISSION:

THE ORGANIZATION WAS FORMED EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE PURPOSE OF SUPPORTING FORT NORFOLK RETIREMENT COMMUNITY, INC. ("FNRC") AND FURTHERING THE CHARITABLE PURPOSES OF FNRC BY IMPROVING THE LIVES OF PERSONS AGE 62 AND OLDER LIVING IN HAMPTON ROADS, VIRGINIA, BY (I) ENABLING SUCH PERSONS TO RESIDE AT THE CONTINUING CARE RETIREMENT COMMUNITY OWNED AND OPERATED BY FNRC, OR SIMILAR FACILITIES, (II) ENABLING SUCH PERSONS WHO ARE IDENTIFIED AS THOSE NEEDING ASSISTANCE TO RESIDE AT QUALITY ASSISTED LIVING FACILITIES OR SKILLED NURSING FACILITIES, (III) ENABLING SUCH PERSONS TO PARTICIPATE IN QUALITY PROGRAMS OFFERING SERVICES DESIGNED TO MEET THE PHYSICAL, EMOTIONAL, RECREATIONAL, SOCIAL OR HEALTH NEEDS OF SUCH PERSONS AND/OR (IV) MAKING GRANTS TO CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS EXEMPT FROM FEDERAL INCOME TAXATION UNDER SECTION 501(C)(3) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE THAT PROVIDE HOUSING AND/OR SERVICES DESIGNED TO MEET THE PHYSICAL, EMOTIONAL, RECREATIONAL, SOCIAL OR HEALTH NEEDS OF SUCH PERSONS.

MISSION:

THE CONSERVANCY WORKS TO RESTORE THE ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY OF THE ELIZABETH RIVER BY REMOVING LEGACY CONTAMINATES AND POLLUTION. IT CONSERVES THE RIVER AND ADJACENT TRIBUTARIES FOR FUTURE BENEFICIAL USE AND RESILIENCY.

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 residential options exclusively for older adults who want to have a simpler, maintenance-free lifestyle and enjoy the company of peers with common interests, or who require a moderate amount of support in the activities of daily living to maintain independent living.

MISSION:

TO ORGANIZE WORKERS AND TO SECURE IMPROVED WAGES, HOURS AND WORKING CONDITIONS, AND OTHER ECONOMIC ADVANTAGES THROUGH ORGANIZATION, NEGOTIATIONS AND COLLECTIVE BARGAINING.

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:

TO ATTRACT, EDUCATE, DEVELOP AND ENGAGE A DIVERSE BASE OF AUDIENCES, VOLUNTEERS AND PROFESSIONALS THROUGH THE PROMOTION AND PRODUCTION OF QUALITY OPERA PERFORMANCES IN THE COMMONWEALTH OF VIRGINIA.

MISSION:

CREATE AN INCLUSIVE AND RESILIENT URBAN RIVERFRONT TRAIL THAT CONNECTS AND INSPIRES PEOPLE AND BUSINESSES IN THE REGION. THE ERT FOUNDATION PROVIDES THE PLANNING, FUNDRAISING, PROGRAMMING AND MARKETING TO GENERATE PUBLIC SUPPORT FOR A HEALTHY AND DYNAMIC REGIONAL TRAIL, IN SERVICE OF OUR VISION TO BUILD A TRAIL AS DIVERSE AND VIBRANT AS THE LAND IT SITS ON, THE RIVER IT FOLLOWS, AND THE COMMUNITY IT SERVES.