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The purpose or purposes for which the corporation is formed are: to foster and promote creativity through building educational opportunities and connections among artists, performers, audiences, and arts and culture organizations to create a thriving environment for arts and culture in the upper peninsula. specifically, a. to promote arts and culture as a way to create a community aesthetic that attracts visitors and new residents. b. to provide activities and networking opportunities for artists, performers, audiences, and arts and culture organizations in the upper peninsula. c. to advocate for the arts as a catalyst for cultural and economic growth d. to educate the public as to the value of arts and culture in the upper peninsula
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To assist pregnant women and families with young children. in particular, men and women who are experiencing an unintended pregnancy are provided life-affirming options and counseling. men and women who are pregnant or have young children can take pregnancy, parenting, health and wellness classes. in exchange for taking the classes, they can earn items such as baby clothes, diapers, wipes, and baby furniture.
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To involve community in live theater
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Be the caring voice for animals in need.
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Visitors toured grounds and and viewed information signs.
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The organization has been established to provide services and resources for individuals seeking long term care health related services.
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To receive and administer charitable endowment funds for the benefit of the residents of the upper peninsula of michigan and to provide administrative, communication and other support to affiliate members and other community foundations.
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Shelter and services to victims of domestic violence
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Community development
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To help people develop christian character and to aid in building a christian community where all people, especially the young, are encouraged to develop to their fullest potential in spirit, mind, and body by participating in ymca programs and classes that are designed for improvement of physical, mental, social, moral, and educational conditions. the ymca welcomes everyone, regardless of age, race, sex, faith, ethnicity, ability, or religion. ymca membership activities create supportive communities of members who are involved in a variety of enriching activities, recreational and supportive social networks, and a sense of belonging. ymcas are founded by volunteers, led by volunteers, and encourage volunteerism in their programs. dues are based on community affordability, and financial assistance is available for those who cannot afford to pay the full cost of membership.
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Founded in 1974, the william bonifas fine arts center is a comprehensive arts organization. with a commitment to excellence to its exhibits, education, performances, facilities, events and other activities, the center exists to enhance and inspire the cultural and creative lives of the people in the central upper peninsula. (february 25, 2013)
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To plan and implement programs for persons with cognitive, emotional, and/or physical disabilities.
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Promote the development of human, social and community resources of the upper peninsula of michigan through various activities.
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Provide opportunities for people of all ages and means to improve their quality of life through advocacy education, housing, nutrition, volunteerism, and support services; to design and carry out programs to overcome causes and instances of poverty; primarily supported through federal and state government grants.
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Provide support to human service agencies
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Provide opportunities for people of all ages and means to improve their quality of life through advocacy, education, housing nutrition, volunteerism, and support services.
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Mission statement: the friends of the escanaba public library are dedicated to providing support to the escanaba public library through monetary donations that promote public knowledge and use of the library resources, services and programs, while stimulating the use of the library as a cultural and educational asset to the community.
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Provide recreational and leisure services
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To provide student scholarships and development of educational programs to meet the educational needs of the community not currently provided by existing programs approximately 390 students were assisted.
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Bridgewood operates a 15-bed and a 6-bed group home for emotionally impaired adults. room, board, and 24 hour supervision are provided.
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