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.

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.

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.

1. ATTRACT AND RETAIN SERVICE MEMBERS, VETERANS AND THEIR FAMILIES BY CONNECTING THEM TO EMPLOYMENT, TRAINING, AND EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES.2. STRENGTHEN FLORIDA BUSINESSES BY EDUCATING THEM ON THE VALUE AND SKILL SETS VETERANS BRING TO THE WORKFORCE AND BY PROVIDING TRAINING REIMBURSEMENT FOR BUSINESSES WHO HIRE AND TRAIN VETERANS.

TO IMPROVE COMMERCIAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY AND UNIFORMITY THROUGHOUT CANADA, MEXICO, AND THE UNITED STATES BY PROVIDING GUIDANCE AND EDUCATION TO ENFORCEMENT, INDUSTRY, AND POLICY MAKERS.

THE MISSION OF ARIZONA CANCER FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN IS TO PROVIDE SOCIAL, EMOTIONAL AND FINANCIAL SUPPORT FOR FAMILIES MANAGING THE HEALTH AND WELL BEING OF A LOVED ONE WITH PEDIATRIC CANCER. WE PRIDE OURSELVES ON PROVIDING PRACTICAL SUPPORT DIRECTLY TO FAMILIES.

HOLD TITLE TO REAL ESTATE INVESTMENTS OF A PUBLIC EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT PLAN AND COLLECT AND DISTRIBUTE INCOME FROM THESE INVESTMENTS TO THE EMPLOYEE RETIREMENT PLAN.

THE STATE ENGAGEMENT FUND UTILIZES PUBLIC POLICY RESEARCH, GRASSROOTS ORGANIZING AND COMMUNICATIONS STRATEGIES IN COMBINATION TO FACILITATE ALIGNMENT AMONG ORGANIZATIONS SO THEY WORK TOGETHER IN THE AREAS OF HEALTH CARE, PUBLIC EDUCATION, EQUALITY, ENVIRONMENT AND POVERTY.

MILLIONS OF AMERICANS' LIVES ARE NEGATIVELY IMPACTED BY DECISIONS MADE BEHIND THE DOORS OF CORPORATE BOARDROOMS, GOVERNMENT OFFICES, AND SHADOWY NONPROFIT GROUPS. CFA WORKS ON BEHALF OF THE PUBLIC INTEREST TO EXPOSE CORRUPTION, NEGLIGENCE, AND (CONTINUED ON SCHEDULE O) UNETHICAL BEHAVIOR WHEREVER IT MAY OCCUR.

PROGRAM THAT FOCUSES ON ACTIVE DUTY SPECIAL OPERATIONS FORCES PSYCHOLOGICAL AND EMOTIONAL WELL-BEING RETURNING FROM DEPLOYMENT BY BUILDING TRUST, BROTHERHOOD AND FRIENDSHIPS.

AUXILIUM, INC. IS A SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION OF PREPASS SAFETY ALLIANCE UNDER 509(A)(3) OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE AND, AS SUCH, MUST AT ALL TIMES BE OPERATED EXCLUSIVELY FOR THE BENEFIT OF, TO PERFORM THE FUNCTIONS OF AND TO CARRY OUT THE PURPOSES OF PREPASS SAFETY ALLIANCE. AUXILIUM, INC. WAS ESTABLISHED BY PREPASS SAFETY ALLIANCE TO DEPLOY THE 360SMARTVIEW SERVICE AND OTHER NEW SERVICE OFFERINGS THAT REQUIRE COMPENSATION FROM THE STATES TO MITIGATE THE POTENTIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST CONCERNS INVOLVING PREPASS SAFETY ALLIANCE'S BOARD MEMBERS. AS A TYPE I SUPPORTING ORGANIZATION, AUXILIUM, INC. MUST AT ALL TIMES BE OPERATED, SUPERVISED OR CONTROLLED BY PREPASS SAFETY ALLIANCE, WHICH IS THE SOLE MEMBER OF AUXILIUM, INC. AND RETAINS THE RIGHT TO ELECT THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF AUXILIUM, INC. THROUGH THIS STRUCTURE, AUXILIUM, INC. WORKS CLOSELY WITH PREPASS SAFETY ALLIANCE AND BENEFITS FROM ACCESS TO PREPASS SAFETY'S FACILITIES MANAGEMENT AND PROPRIETARY DATABASES AND OTHER INFORMATION.

OUR MISSION IS TO INSPIRE HOPE AND EMPOWER PEOPLE BY CREATING OPPORTUNITIES FOR POSITIVE CHANGE.

TO IMPROVE THE HEALTH AND WELFARE OF INDIVIDUALS AND COMMUNITIES BY SUPPORTING POLICIES, ACTIVITIES AND PROGRAMS THROUGH EDUCATION AND ADVOCACY FOR THE ADOPTION OR REJECTION OF LEGISLATION ON ISSUES RELATED TO PUBLIC HEALTH, SAFETY, PREVENTION AND TREATMENT OF LEGAL AND ILLEGAL DRUG USE.

THE ORGANIZATION WORKS TO REDUCE THE NUMBER OF SINGLE-OCCUPANT CARS AND TRUCKS ON THE ROAD, DECREASING POLLUTION, CUTTING DOWN ON TRAFFIC, AND HELPING PEOPLE TO LIVE HEALTHY ACTIVE LIVES.

FISHER HOUSE MICHIGAN IS A NOT-FOR-PROFIT ORGANIZATION FORMED TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF LIFE OF OUR MILITARY MEMBERS, RETIREES, VETERANS, AND THEIR FAMILIES AND CAREGIVERS. THE ORGANIZATION SUPPORTS THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATIONS OF COMFORT HOMES BUILT NEAR VA MEDICAL CENTERS IN MICHIGAN, CALLED ZACHARY AND ELIZABETH M. FISHER HOUSES. THE ORGANIZATION WORKS TO INFORM THE VETERAN COMMUNITY, THEIR FAMILIES, AND THE GENERAL PUBLIC ABOUT FISHER HOUSES, AND PROVIDES NECESSARY SUPPORT TO FISHER HOUSE OPERATIONS AS NEEDED. FISHER HOUSE MICHIGAN PRESENTLY SUPPORTS OPERATIONS AT THE FISHER HOUSE AT LTC CHARLES S. KETTLES VA MEDICAL CENTER IN ANN ARBOR, AND IS RAISING CAPITAL AND PROGRAM FUNDS FOR THE FUTURE HOUSE AT THE JOHN D. DINGELL VA MEDICAL CENTER IN DETROIT.

To transform lives by empowering people to self sufficiency.

Veterans helping veterans for a better future. The Great Plains Veterans Service Center is the hub for veterans, service members and their families to receive all benefits they have earned in the services to the Chippewa-Cree people and our country.

TO PROVIDE FOOD AND OTHER ASSISTANCE TO THOSE IN NEED AND TO ENGAGE OUR COMMUNITY IN THE FIGHT TO END HUNGER.

ULTRAVIOLET ACTION (UVA) IS A 501C4 ORGANIZATION. ULTRAVIOLET ACTION IS THE PREMIER NATIONAL ORGANIZATION ADVOCATING FOR GENDER JUSTICE ISSUES USING CREATIVE, STRATEGIC CAMPAIGNING AND DIGITAL-FIRST ORGANIZING. ULTRAVIOLET DRIVES FEMINIST CULTURAL AND POLITICAL CHANGE BY EXPOSING THE WHITE SUPREMACIST PATRIARCHY AND CREATING THE CONDITIONS FOR A MORE JUST AND EQUITABLE WORLD FOR ALL.

NextOp helps place talented enlisted service members and veterans into civilian careers through highly individualized preparation and an array of programming.

THE ORGANIZATION EMPOWERS COMBAT VETERANS AND FORMER PROFESSIONAL ATHLETES BY CREATING A COMMUNITY AND BY PROVIDING THEM WITH A NEW TEAM TO ASSIST WITH TRANSITION, PROMOTE, AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT.

PROVIDE RESOURCES AND SERVICES TO EMPOWER HOMELESS FAMILIES OF OZAUKEE COUNTY WISCONSIN.

Caroles House of Hope provides transitional living for young women and mothers who have aged out of foster care or have become homeless. Our home-like environment, paired with innovative programs and services, encourages self-sufficiency and independence.

To work for a fair, just, and safe software marketplace for all consumers and to empower consumers to protect themselves.

AID THE SILENT HELPS DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING CHILDREN AND TEENS RECEIVE EQUAL ACCESS TO OPPORTUNITY BY PROVIDING FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE TO ENHANCE COMMUNICATION METHODS, GAIN ACCESS TO EDUCATIONAL RESOURCES AND TO IMPROVE THEIR OVERALL HEALTH BOTH MENTAL AND PHYSICAL, THAT LEADS TO INDIVIDUAL GROWTH SOCIALLY, EDUCATIONALLY, AND SPIRITUALLY.

ENABLE VETERANS TO VISIT THE WAR MEMORIALS BUILT IN THEIR HONOR. WITH RESPECT AND GRATITUDE TO THEIR SERVICE AND SACRIFICE.

TRANSFORM HAWAII GOVERNMENT IS A GRASSROOTS ORGANIZATION FORMED TO SUPPORT THE STATE OF HAWAII'S EFFORT TO TRANSFORM GOVERNMENT THROUGH AN EMPOWERED WORKFORCE, IMPROVED BUSINESS PRACTICES, AND CONTINUED INVESTMENTS IN TECHNOLOGY TO BENEFIT ALL PEOPLE OF HAWAII.

TO ADVANCE ECONOMIC JUSTICE IN MICHIGAN

FLY MILITARY VETERANS TO WASHINGTON DC

THE MILITARY WELLNESS INITIATIVE ("MWI") SEEKS THE FINEST PERSONALIZED SOLUTIONS FOR MILITARY COMMUNITY WELLNESS. MWI IS AN EFFORT TO MOVE UPSTREAM, TOWARDS PREVENTION AND PREVENTATIVE CARE, DEMONSTRATING THAT AN ENTIRELY NEW APPROACH TO MILITARY HEALTH CARE IS POSSIBLE.

SHAMROCK REINS FOSTERS POSITIVE LIFE CHANGING EXPERIENCES FOR VETERANSS, ACTIVE DUTY AND RESERVE SERVICE MEMBERS, FIRST RESPONDERS, THEIR FAMILIES, AND THE FAMILIES OF FALLEN HEROS BY ASSISTING WITH RECOVERY AND BY OFFERING COMFORT AND KINDNESS IN A SAFE ENVIORNMENT.

Renew Oregon Action Funds purpose is to advance policy in Oregon to transition to a clean energy economy and protect air and water from pollution.

Provide opportunities to improve the quality of life for special needs young adults by promoting independence through employment, training service, and support.

TO RECEIVE AND ADMINISTER FUNDS FOR THE BENEFIT OF CHARITABLE PURPOSES AND TO LESSEN THE FINANCIAL BURDENS OF THE GOVERNMENT OF THE STATE OF MICHIGAN AND ITS LOCAL INSTRUMENTALITIES AND POLITICAL SUBDIVISIONS.

Our mission is to take Maine Veterans to Washington DC to see the Memorials erected in their honor. Honor Flight Maine is a non-profit, all volunteer, organization that exists for that sole purpose. On average, Honor Flight Maine takes 3-5 trips a year to Washington DC. Memorials visited with Veterans so that they may tour, experience and reflect include WWII, Korean, Vietnam, Navy, Marines, and Air Force, the Lincoln Memorial, Arlington Cemetery with the changing of the guard, and the Women's Military Museum. Extra events such as trips to Fort Meade and Fort McHenry may be included depending on weather and logistics. HFM covers expenses (for the veterans) for round trip air, 2 nights at the Hilton (BWI), bus transportation and all meals. Wheelchairs are provided to transport those Veterans needing assistance.

TO EDUCATE PEOPLE ABOUT THE STRUGGLES THAT VETERANS FACE, ENGAGING THEM WITH LOCAL COMMUNITY MEMBERS AND FUNDRAISING TO SUPPORT THEIR NEEDS.

WASTE WATER TREATMENT FACILITY FOR CIMMAMON LAKE UTILITIES ASSOCIATION INC IS AN OHIO NOT FOR PROFIT CORPORATION THAT OWNS AND OPERATES A WASTE WATER TREATMENT FACILITY SYSTEM FOR THE HOME OWNERS OF CINNAMOM LAKE ASSOCIATION.

Supporting Special Operations families, teams and individuals with recreational opportunities to decompress between deployments.

THE SUMMIT COMMUNITY INSTITUTE'S MISSION IS TO APPLY CREATIVE SOLUTIONS TO REAL-WORLD CHALLENGES RELATED TO THE ENVIRONMENT, EDUCATION, THE ARTS, HEALTH AND SOCIAL INNOVATION.

PROMOTE COMMUNITY SPORTS AND SOCIAL EVENTS WITH THE GOAL OF FUNDRAISING FOR VARIOUS ESTABLISHED PUBLIC CHARITIES BOTH LOCALLY AND NATIONALLY. FUNDRAISING EVENTS WILL INCLUDE, BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO, ROAD RUNNING RACES, SOCIAL PICNICS, PUBLIC MUSIC SHOWS AND GOLF TOURNAMENTS. FUNDS WILL BE RAISED BY ENTRY FEES FROM PARTICIPANTS AND SPECIAL DONATIONS FROM INDIVIDUALS AND BUSINESSES. ALL NET PROCEEDS WILL BE DONATED TO A NAMED LOCAL OR NATIONAL CHARITY FOR WHICH THE PARTICULAR EVENT WAS CREATED.

Helping elderly veterans and their families age and live with dignity

TO ENSURE VETERANS RECEIVE THE SERVICES AND TOOLS NEEDED TO BEGIN THEIR HEALING PROCESS, A RETURN TO NORMALCY AND AN INDEPENDENT LIFESTYLE. WE ARE ESTABLISHED TO ADDRESS THE GREAT NEED FOR RESOURCES TO SUPPORT VETERANS WHO SUSTAINED CATASTROPHIC INJURIES.

TO PROVIDE A TRAINING FARM, ASSIST SERVICEMEMBERS AND VETERANS TO TRANSITION, TO FIND PURPOSE AND MEANING IN LIFE AND ENABLE THEM TO LEARN VALUABLE VOCATIONAL SKILLS TO MEET THE DEMAND FOR AGRICULTURAL OWNERSHIP, EMPLOYMENT, OR OTHER ADVANCED SCHOOLING. FACILITATE HEALING FOR THOSE IN NEED AND PLACE THOSE TRAINED ON WORKING FARMS.

TO BUILD COMMUNITY THROUGH FINANCIAL EDUCATION AND EMPOWERMENT.

OUR MISSION IS TO ASSIST ACTIVE DUTY AND HONORABLY DISCHARGED VETERANS WITH THIER NEEDS IN A DIGNIFIED AND HONORABLE MANNER. WE PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS TO THESE INDIVIDUALS ON A NO FEE BASIS. THE RESALE STORE, FREE CAKES FOR KIDS BIRTHDAYS, OPERATION CAKE DROP AND OTHERS.

Our mission is to fly World War II, Korean War, and Vietnam War Veterans to Washington DC for a one day all expenses paid visit to their memorials that are dedicated to their service and sacrifices.

TO PROVIDE RESOURCES AND FUNDS TO ENHANCE AND SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY OF MARQUETTE HEIGHTS AND SURROUNDING AREAS OF CENTRAL ILLINOIS.

DEDICATED TO PROMOTING EQUAL ACCESS TO ECONOMIC PROSPERITY, SAFE AND VIBRANT COMMUNITIES, AND AN ENHANCED QUALITY OF LIFE TO ENSURE EVERY SAN DIEGAN HAS THE OPPORTUNITY TO SUCCEED. ONE SAN DIEGO SUPPORTS THE INTEREST OF NEIGHBORHOODS CITYWIDE AND SEEKS TO ENRICH THE LIVES OF ALL SAN DIEGO'S ECONOMY, AND BUILDING AN EDUCATED AND SKILLED 21ST CENTURY WORKFORCE. THROUGH ITS WORK, ONE SAN DIEGO SEEKS TO SUPPORT THE ORGANIZATION OF THE MAYOR'S OFFICE AND CITY, ENGAGE NEIGHBORHOODS THROUGH COLLABORATION AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT, AND BETTER CONNECT SAN DIEGANS WITH LILAC LEADERS TO BUILD MORE RESILIENT COMMUNITIES.