The Nonprofit Ecosystem in Langley

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WHIDBEY ISLAND NOURISHE'S (WIN) PRIMARY ACTIVITY IS TO PROVIDE SOUTH WHIDBEY CHILDREN AND TEENS NUTRITIOUS FOOD FOR WEEKENDS AND SCHOOL VACATIONS. THE FOOD WIN DISTRIBUTES IS EITHER HEALTHY LUNCH-BASED GROCERY ITEMS OR READY TO EAT SACK LUNCHES. EACH ENROLLED CHILD RECEIVES ENOUGH FOOD FOR TWO LUNCHES PER WEEKEND.MEALS ARE DISTRIBUTED TO STUDENTS AT SCHOOL TO TAKE HOME OR DELIVERED DIRECTLY TO THEIR HOUSEHOLD. READY-TO-EAT LUNCH ITEMS ARE ALSO MADE AVAILABLE TO COMMUNITY PARTNERS TO DISTRIBUTE TO YOUTH THEY SERVE. ADDITIONALLY, WIN'S SNACK PROGRAM PROVIDES FRESH FRUIT AND VEGETABLE SNACKS TO ALL STUDENTS IN KINDERGARTEN THROUGH 6TH GRADE AT THE SOUTH WHIDBEY SCHOOL DISTRICT TO ENCOURAGE HEALTHY EATING.

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The goal of this organization is to influence public policy within the Environment major group area.

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The goal of this organization are the organizations whose members are business and professional men and/or women or other individuals who have a common interest in improving the life of the community, which conduct fund-raising events to finance community service projects. Many service clubs are chapters of national or international organizations.

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The goal of this organization is to provide human 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 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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DRAWING UPON SHAKESPEARE'S TIMELESS EXPLORATION OF THE HUMAN SPIRIT, ISLAND SHAKESPEARE FESTIVAL STRIVES TO REFLECT, RENEW, AND REDEFINE THE DIVERSITY OF THE HUMAN EXPERIENCE THROUGH PERFORMANCES, WORKSHOPS, AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES BY PROVIDING FREE CLASSICAL THEATER IN INNOVATIVE AND COMPELLING WAYS, WE INTEND TO IGNITE THE POWER OF THEATER TO ILLUMINATE, INSPIRE, AND FOSTER OUR ABILITY TO LIVE, LOCALLY AND GLOBALLY, IN CONNECTION TO EACH OTHER.

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The goal of this organization is to provide technical assistance, loans, loan guarantees or other forms of management support to help impoverished urban communities create local jobs, sustain local services and build healthier local economies.

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The goal of this organization is to produce plays.

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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.

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The goal of this organization is to create and/or perform a variety of types of dance, including modern, folk, country and western, and square dancing.

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The goal of this organization is to support and fund raise for a single institution within the Education major group.

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The goal of this organization is the operation of a symphony orchestra including youth symphonies.

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The goal of this organization is to provide supervised recreational and social activities for children and youth of all ages and backgrounds, but particularly for disadvantaged youth, through youth-oriented clubs or centers with the objective of building character and developing leadership and social skills among participants.

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The goal of this organization is to influence public policy within the Animal-Related major group area. Includes a variety of activities from public education and influencing public opinion to lobbying national and state legislatures.

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The goal of this organization is to promote the study, teaching, or appreciation of the humanities.

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The goal of this organization is to help youngsters develop their potential and grow into healthy, educated, responsible and productive adults.

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The goal of this organization is to provide access to the performing arts or a variety of art forms including the performing arts, and/or which present performing arts series.

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EDUCATING STUDENTS PRESCHOOL THROUGH 12TH GRADE BY LEADING THEM TOWARDS A STRONG BIBLICAL, SPIRITUAL, ETHICAL AND ACADEMIC FOUNDATION. ICA IS COMMITTED TO CREATING IN STUDENTS AN AWARENESS OF THEIR SIGNIFICANCE AND VALUE TO GOD; THUS DEVELOPING THEIR DESIRE FOR HIGH STANDARDS.

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The goal of this organization is to make available to members and their guests and facilities for recreational activities, sports and games. Also included are social clubs that provide opportunities for people to meet and socialize with their peers at dances, parties, picnics, barbecues and other companionable events; and special interest clubs which enable people to share hobbies or other interests with individuals with those same interests.

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The goal of this organization is to provide opportunities for people to satisfy their inner needs and enhance their spiritual growth through organized worship or through other devotional activities under the auspices of one of the group of religious faiths that is based on the teachings of Jesus Christ. Use this code for Christian denominations that are not specified below as well as their ministries, missions or missionary activities; bible camps and schools. (rev. 11/04)