Public & Societal Benefit

CHICAGO'S RACE AGAINST GUN VIOLENCE Our vision is a Chicago where all can thrive, free from the fear of gun violence. Strides for Peace believes we all have a stake in ending gun violence and that by working together, we can save lives. We are dedicated to increasing the ​collective impact of nonprofits working to stop gun violence and create a stronger Chicago. To that end, we work to empower existing community organizations, promote collaboration and elevate solution-driven dialogue of those on the front lines of ending gun violence. Strides for Peace created the Race Against Gun Violence (RAGV) to build a new platform to support community organizations and bring people together around the collective vision of a Chicago free from the fear of gun violence. The race is a 5K, 8K, kids race, and two-mile walk that convenes a diverse group of organizations and people who share the common vision of a Chicago where all can thrive.

Blue Star Families strengthens military families by connecting them with their neighbors to create vibrant communities of mutual support.

Minnesota voice is a collaboration of organizations working toward permanent change in social racial and economic justice by increasing civic engagement and voter participation across the state especially focused in underrepresented communities; making sure that every minnesotans' voice is heard and the state reflects the values of its citizens.

Forging strong bonds between Americans and Military & First Responders through volunteer service projects, acts of gratitude, and meaningful engagements.

Soldiers 6 Inc falls under the Support N.E.C. category: Organizations that provide all forms of support except for financial assistance or fund raising for other organizations within the Public, Society Benefit - Multipurpose and Other major group area.

Our nurses initiate preventative healthcare initiatives and disease education to countless children around the world.

Citizens’ Climate Lobby is a non-profit, nonpartisan, grassroots advocacy organization focused on national policies to address climate change. Our consistently respectful, nonpartisan approach to climate education is designed to create a broad, sustainable foundation for climate action across all geographic regions and political inclinations. By building upon shared values rather than partisan divides, and empowering our supporters to work in keeping with the concerns of their local communities, we work towards the adoption of fair, effective, and sustainable climate change solutions. In order to generate the political will necessary for passage of the Energy Innovation and Carbon Dividend Act we train and support volunteers to build relationships with elected officials, the media and their local community.

THE MISSION OF THE NAVY-MARINE CORPS RELIEF SOCIETY IS TO PROVIDE, IN PARTNERSHIP WITH THE NAVY AND MARINE CORPS, FINANCIAL, EDUCATIONAL, AND OTHER ASSISTANCE TO MEMBERS OF THE NAVAL SERVICE OF THE UNITED STATES, ELIGIBLE FAMILY MEMBERS, AND SURVIVORS WHEN IN NEED; AND TO RECEIVE AND MANAGE FUNDS TO ADMINISTER THESE PROGRAMS.

Waypoint Vets is a veteran-run 501(c)(3) charity with the mission of Uniting and Empowering Veterans through Camaraderie and Adventure.

Sharp Circle Inc. is a community-based, nonprofit organization dedicated to liberating people from their internal and external obstacles through our innovative mentorship programs so they can freely add their unique value to the world. We work with people who want to shift their lives in an unprecedented and positive direction. We create around them a circle of individualized support, including people, resources, and new opportunities via community connections that are aligned with the individual's goals. - We are individual-centered and design programs around people's needs - We recognize people's desire to be pro-social and contribute resources to growing this perspective - We show people what they CAN do and what's possible - We focus on releasing pro-social behavior vs. restraining anti-social behavior - We guide people towards self-agency via new connections - We encourage people to stretch themselves out of the familiar in order to grow and experience expanded potential

SWORDS TO PLOWSHARES' MISSION IS TO HEAL THE WOUNDS OF WAR, TO RESTORE DIGNITY, HOPE AND SELF-SUFFICIENCY TO ALL VETERANS IN NEED, AND TO SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCE HOMELESSNESS AND POVERTY AMONG VETERANS.

EDUCATIONAL CREDIT MANAGEMENT CORPORATION (ECMC) PROVIDES FINANCIAL COUNSELING AND EDUCATION TO EMPOWER STUDENTS TO MAKE BETTER CHOICES ABOUT THEIR FUTURES.

WE ARE AN INDEPENDENT, NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION THAT WORKS SIDE BY SIDE WITH CONSUMERS FOR TRUTH, TRANSPARENCY, AND FAIRNESS IN THE MARKETPLACE.

We are a charitable organization that advances education on the topic of adoption from Guatemala.

THE CONSORTIUM FOR ELECTIONS AND POLITICAL PROCESS STRENGTHENING (CEPPS) IS A 501 (C) (3) ORGANIZATION AND A LEGAL JOINT VENTURE OF THREE EQUAL PARTNERS: THE INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR ELECTORAL SYSTEMS (IFES), THE INTERNATIONAL REPUBLICAN INSTITUTE (IRI), AND THE NATIONAL DEMOCRATIC INSTITUTE (NDI). CEPPS WAS CREATED IN 1995 TO ADDRESS THE UNIQUE CHALLENGE OF PROVIDING DEMOCRACY ASSISTANCE UNDER A GLOBAL COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT TO A VARIETY OF LOCAL DEMOCRATIC INSTITUTIONS WITHOUT CREATING CONFLICTS OF INTEREST OR UNDERMINING THE INDEPENDENCE AND IDENTITY OF LOCAL BENEFICIARIES. CEPPS PARTNERS IMPLEMENT A DIVERSE RANGE OF PROGRAMS THAT ASSIST POLITICAL AND ELECTORAL ACTORS AND INSTITUTIONS - ELECTION COMMISSIONS, DOMESTIC ELECTION MONITORING ORGANIZATIONS, PARLIAMENTS AND THEIR MEMBERS, CIVIL SOCIETY ORGANIZATIONS AND POLITICAL PARTIES.

TO PROVIDE THE BEST POSSIBLE ELECTRIC SERVICE TO ALL WHO DESIRE IT WITHIN THE SYSTEM AREA AT A REASONABLE COST CONSISTENT WITH THE HIGHEST STANDARDS OF SERVICE.

THE ST. LOUIS MUNICIPAL FINANCE CORPORATION WAS ESTABLISHED IN 1991 BY THE CITY OF ST. LOUIS, MISSOURI TO LESSEN THE FINANCIAL BURDEN OF THE CITY, BY FINANCING OR ACQUIRING ASSETS THROUGH THE ISSUANCE OF DEBT

"The KB Foundation is focused on impacting the lives of today's youth by creating fun educational learning experiences. We believe the impact of our efforts, will positively affect the life of each child participating and the community they live in. The mentors volunteering their time and all the supporters helping financially are contributing to the success of these children. The support from others helps to build up their confidence, keep them engaged in positive activities and increase their participation in school." - https://www.kb.foundation/ourimpact

WE GUIDE FAMILIES OF THE UNIFORMED SERVICES, INCLUDING THOSE OF THE DEPLOYED, WOUNDED AND FALLEN, THROUGH STRESSFUL TIMES BY PROVIDING CHILDREN'S AND FAMILY PROGRAMS, FINANCIAL HELP, ADVICE, AND ADVOCACY.

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TO ENHANCE BOTH THE GLOBAL COMPETITIVENESS OF U.S. BUSINESS AND THE U.S. QUALITY OF LIFE BY PROMOTING AND FACILITATING VOLUNTARY CONSENSUS STANDARDS AND CONFORMITY ASSESSMENT SYSTEMS, AND SAFEGUARDING THEIR INTEGRITY.

IPRO'S MISSION IS TO IMPROVE HEALTH CARE QUALITY AND VALUE BY ENGAGING IN HEALTHCARE ASSESSMENT AND QUALITY IMPROVEMENT ACTIVITIES.

WORK FOR CONSUMER RIGHTS.

TO BE THE PREFERRED PROVIDER OF COMMUNITY ENERGY SERVICES THAT BENEFIT OUR CUSTOMERS, THE COMMUNITY AND THE ENVIRONMENT.

CREATE A MORE ACCESSIBLE, SUSTAINABLE, PROSPEROUS AND LIVABLE NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION BY BEING A DISCUSSION FORUM, EXPERT RESOURCE, ISSUE ADVOCATE, AND CATALYST FOR ACTION.

Promoting better public understanding, providing factual information and data, and analyzing impacts of government programs and policies that affect the lives of low and moderate income families and individuals at federal and state levels.

Merit Network's mission is to be a respected leader in developing and providing advanced networking services to the research and education community. Merit is a trusted source for providing high-quality network infrastructure; initiating and facilitating collaboration; and providing knowledge and technology transfer through outreach.

WE EMPOWER DIRECTORS AND TRANSFORM BOARDS TO BE FUTURE READY.

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TO EFFECTIVELY AND EFFICIENTLY MITIGATE RISKS TO THE RELIABILITY AND SECURITY OF THE WESTERN INTERCONNECTION'S BULK POWER SYSTEM.

PROMOTE THE GENERAL WELFARE OF THE CITY OF CHARLOTTE AND ASSIST THE CITY BY ACQUIRING, CONSTRUCTING, OPERATING, OR LEASING REAL ESTATE, FACILITIES, & EQUIPMENT.

We're on a mission to build stronger Veterans, thriving communities, and an enduring legacy of service in Baltimore by connecting people, convening resources, and curating opportunities via an inclusive, collaborative, and centralized hub.

"Our mission is to increase awareness and respect for Memorial Day through a public display of remembrance. We have created several types of public displays of remembrance which can be view by clicking on “Donate”. Please help us accomplish our mission by supporting the Foundation thru donations for one or more of these displays of remembrance or with a financial contribution." - https://www.memorialdayfoundation.org/

The CTX USAFA PA is incorporated as a tax-exempt nonstock corporation. The stated purpose of the corporation is: “To further the principles and welfare of the Prep School Students and Cadets of USAF Academy and its future appointees through service to the community, country, and to fellow graduates.”

Adelfi partners with individuals, families, Christ-centered ministries and businesses to protect, grow, and share their financial resources. Through their accounts at Adelfi, members help to advance the Kingdom, so that one (brother or sister in Christ) impacts many.

TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF THE ARK-TEX COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS AREA ON BEHALF OF ITS MEMBER GOVERNMENTAL ORGANIZATIONS BY PROVIDING A REGIONAL PERSPECTIVE ON INFORMATION AND PROBLEM SOLVING AND BY COORDINATING FUNDING, RESOURCES, PROGRAMS AND SERVICES.

VIETNAM VETERANS OF SAN DIEGO IS DEDICATED TO EXTENDING ASSISTANCE TO NEEDY AND HOMELESS VETERANS OF ALL WARS AND ERAS AND THEIR FAMILIES BY PROVIDING HOUSING, FOOD, CLOTHING, SUBSTANCE ABUSE RECOVERY, MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING, JOB TRAINING AND JOB PLACEMENT SERVICES.WE BELIEVE IN THE INHERENT WORTH OF EACH AND EVERY VETERAN AND HIS OR HER RIGHT TO A REHABILITATION PROGRAM WHICH LEADS TO RENEWED SELF-WORTH AND INDEPENDENT LIVING. VIETNAM VETERANS OF SAN DIEGO, AS AN ORGANIZATION, SHALL ACCOMPLISH THIS THROUGH APPROPRIATE RELATED GOALS.

THE UNITED SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS, INC. ("USO") STRENGTHENS THE WELL-BEING OF THE PEOPLE SERVING IN AMERICA'S MILITARY AND THEIR FAMILIES.

We, the Board of Employees of United Electric Cooperative, Inc. are committed to Enhancing the rural way of life through United.

TO PROVIDE TELECOMMUNICATION SERVICES TO MEMBERS OF THE COOPERATIVE LOCATED IN ITS RURAL SERVICE AREA.

BUILD PUBLIC WILL FOR FEDERAL POLICIES THAT PROMOTE AND PROTECT CIVIL AND HUMAN RIGHTS, AND EMPOWER AND MOBILIZE ADVOCATES AROUND THE COUNTRY TO PUSH FOR PROGRESSIVE CHANGE IN THE UNITED STATES.

Democracy Fund Voice is an organization established in 2014 to conduct and support advocacy that will produce a stronger, healthier democracy in the United States.

CSS HELPS SCHOOLS BECOME PLACES WHERE STUDENTS WANT TO BE. WE PARTNER WITH SCHOOLS IN THREE AREAS: DEVELOPING ALL STUDENTS INTO LEADERS; EMPOWERING TEACHERS TO COLLABORATE WITH EACH OTHER AND WITH STUDENTS; AND ENGAGING ENTIRE SCHOOL COMMUNITIES TO IMPROVE HOW LEARNING HAPPENS.

THE ASSOCIATION OF FOOD AND DRUG OFFICIALS STRIVES TO PROTECT PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY BY WORKING COLLABORATIVELY WITH PUBLIC AND PRIVATE SECTORS, ADVOCATING WITH A UNIFIED VOICE TO MAKE A POSITIVE IMPACT OF FOOD AND MEDICAL PRODUCT SAFETY LAWS, REULS, AND REGULATIONS.

TO HELP STUDENTS GAIN ACCESS TO FUNDS TO PAY FOR COLLEGE COSTS AND TO SUPPORT A VARIETY OF PHILANTHROPIC PROGRAMS INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IN THE AREAS OF EDUCATION, THE ARTS, AND RESEARCH, THROUGH GRANT MAKING TO OTHER 501(C) ORGANIZATIONS.

THE PURPOSE OF MARSHALL COUNTY RURAL ELECTRIC MEMBERSHIP CORPORATION IS TO DISTRIBUTE ELECTRIC ENERGY AVAILABLE TO ITS MEMBERS AT THE LOWEST COST CONSISTANT WITH SOUND ECONOMIC MANAGEMENT.

TO IMPROVE EDUCATIONAL RESULTS FOR CHILDREN, YOUTH AND ADULTS BY PROVIDING RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE IN DELIVERING EQUITABLE, HIGH-QUALITY EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS. THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT ASSISTANCE TO EDUCATION, GOVERNMENT, COMMUNITY AGENCIES, BUSINESS AND LABOR.

TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF DELAWARE COUNTY CITIZENS BY MEETING THEIR MOBILITY NEEDS THROUGH RELIABLE, AFFORDABLE SERVICE.