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MOMENTA is the living fulfillment of its mission: To produce and present high quality concerts of dance, music and theatre to diverse audiences – local, metropolitan, state-wide, national and international. To achieve this mission, we have the following goals: to bring our audiences a repertoire of historic dances that exemplify the wealth of our American dance heritage; to provide creative opportunities and employment for Chicago area dancers, musicians, composers and choreographers to perform in and to create new works; to educate young artists in performing skills, choreography and dance history by giving them opportunities to experience these directly; and to physically integrate our company by including dancers and choreographers with disabilities in our performances

OWC IS A NON-PROFIT AGENCY THAT SUPPORTS PEOPLE WITH INTELLECTUAL AND PHYSICAL DISABILITIES IN EASTERN CONNECTICUT. WE A COMMITTED TO PROVIDING THE BEST INDIVIDUALIZED SUPPORTS TO ASSIST EVERYONE TO FIND MEANINGFUL VOCATIONAL ACTIVITIES AND/OR GAINFUL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES THAT FIT THEIR PERSONAL GOALS. WE WORK TOGETHER TO FOSTER A SENSE OF RESPECT AND DIGNITY WHICH ENABLES OUR PARTICIPANTS TO WORK AND LIVE WITH A QUALITY OF LIFE.

The relief of sickness and the preservation of health among people residing in Imo State, South Eastern Nigeria by the provision of free primary healthcare services in particular but not limited to medical consultations, eye checks, health education, advice and further referrals. The relief of poverty and financial hardship among people living in Imo state, South Eastern Nigeria by the provision of micro-finance loan funding to individuals in, or at risk of, poverty or financial need to enable them to establish their own businesses to provide for themselves and their families.

FCDE leverages the knowledge, funds and direct personal support of global donors to empower communities to maximize economic, social and environmental opportunities, thereby reducing poverty and injustice.FCDE works to identify impoverished regions that have the drive, desire and basic tools to make positive, lasting change within their communities. By providing technical training, appropriate short-term personnel and seed funds, FCDE will becomes a partner and catalyst in making long-term positive changes within our host communities.

MISSION To eradicate extreme poverty in rural areas of southern India. To improve the living conditions of India's most disadvantaged groups, enhance their dignity and self-esteem, and help them achieve the necessary means to combat poverty. To ensure sustainable development with the active involvement and leadership of the communities. To reach as many poor people as possible and help organize them both individually and as community-based organizations, affording them strength, confidence, and the ability to lead their own development. To transform the semi-desert land through a holistic approach involving land, water, vegetation, and livestock development and to ensure the people live in harmony with natural resources. To sensitize men and women to the inherent discrimination and violence against women in both family and society, and to develop appropriate support systems and networks to fight such discrimination. To help people with disabilities gain equal rights and opportunities in every area of development, as well as access to all resources and services related to health, education, livelihood, and rehabilitation, helping them live a dignified life. To build a dynamic and creative organization that strives to participate in all development efforts and is spiritual in its motivation, based on knowledge and skills, shares the aspirations and struggles of the poor, and, though permanent in time, adapts to the changing times and needs. To raise public awareness about the living conditions of the rural and urban poor and to promote a more caring society. VISION For everyone from poor and oppressed communities to live with justice, dignity, and socioeconomic equality, and for all people to live in peace and harmony with one another. For people to live in harmony with nature, on land capable of sustaining its population. VALUES Permanence: We are a long-term project. Respect: We respect the people's culture and customs. Participation: We encourage the active participation and leadership of our stakeholders. Action: We have an action-based work philosophy. Accountability: We believe in efficient and accountable program and financial management. Humanism: We are strong believers in people and their capacity to help others. OUR PRINCIPLES RDT-Vicente Ferrer believes that people are the main actors in their development process and ensures their active involvement and leadership in the programs. The organization endorses a multi-sectoral approach with a view to enhancing people's overall progress. As a result, RDT addresses all major areas of development, including access to quality education, improved livelihoods, ecologyand the environment, equal opportunities for people with disabilities, women's development and empowerment, and access to healthcare. We organize, at a grassroots level, women, men, andpeople with disabilities into groups to enhance their strength, confidence, and ability to resolve their own issues and problems. An important RDT-Vicente Ferrer approach is the continuous sharing of knowledge, skills, and awareness about all aspects of life. Collaboration with the government and other NGOs to draw maximum benefits from development. To raise people's awareness and support their use of government schemes and resources. Though the organization has a special program forwomen's development, it believes that women's progress should be a factor in every area of work and life, including education, where emphasis is placed on young girls, and healthcare, for the overall well-being of women and girls. We believe in continuous training and orientation for staff members and people. We also have an HR department that regularly organizes internal and external training sessions for staff members of all levels and people on leadership, group building, problem solving, and gender-related matters, among others. To create an efficient human organization capable of acting regardless of where the need arises, even in emergencies. We believe that we must have a strong organization focused on community development, yet flexible and able to accommodate the changing needs of the people. RDT-Vicente Ferrer also stresses continuous dialogue with people and seeks to ensure its programs are useful and practical. An empathetic approach to helping individuals in severe distress due to chronic or acute illness, abandonment, or abuse of any kind.

TO PROVIDE NEEDED FOOD, SHELTER, CLOTHING, MEDICINE AND EDUCATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS.

As a global foundation, BBS promotes and facilitates excellence in giving and mentoring. We match corporations and individuals, their funds and/or skills, with purposeful, sustainable and high impact non-profit initiatives. Through our work we create responsible partnerships and support a culture of accountability, innovation and greater effectiveness in the non-profit sector. We have no religious or political affiliations.

Initiative in Pittsburgh and Southwestern Pa. helping veterans and spouses find employment and educational opportunities.

Before 1958, day programs for adults with mental and physical challenges did not exist. In 1960, with only 14 clients, Partnership Resources, Inc. was formed to help fill this gawe serve over 200 individuals in both employment and cultural enrichment programs. PRI's foundation is job placement. We have a diversified group of community partners that provide employment to our clients. We also have many partnerships with organizations related to our cultural enrichment program. At PRI, we maintain the philosophy that every life matters and everyone has something to contribute. We are dedicated to providing individuals with developmental disabilities the supports and opportunities that they need to help them work and develop.

Educate and empower families who live and work in the trash dumps of Honduras through integral assistance projects.

To nurture the physical and emotional development of children in Uganda who are infected with or affected by HIV, by providing access to healthcare and education

A non-partisan, non-profit organization 501(c)(3) based in Washington, DC that invests in the orange economy by supporting the arts, education, and entrepreneurship to catalyze economic development and stimulate a sustainable economic development. Friends of Puerto Rico is the bridge between educational and cultural communities in Puerto Rico and its diaspora.