Nonprofit Organizations
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National Alliance for Autism Research
The mission of the National Alliance for Autism Research is to fund, promote and accelerate biomedical research and science-based approaches that seek to determine the causes, prevention, effective treatments and, ultimately, a cure for autism spectrum disorders. This mission includes providing grants to researchers for innovative, new pilot studies; mentoring fellowships to recruit new researchers to focus on autism; and funding larger, collaborative research programs that have the potential to yield major scientific advances in autism research.
National Alliance of Latin American and Caribbean Communities
National Alliance on Mental Illness - Cook County North Suburban
NAMI Cook County North Suburban (NAMI CCNS) is a not-for-profit advocacy organization of families, friends, patients and professionals dedicated to the treatment, rehabilitation and recovery of persons with brain illnesses. Our mission is to give support, education, resources and referrals to the families of those who suffer from neurobiological disorders. To the afflicted themselves NAMI CCNS offers support and opportunities to connect with one another and to work for the betterment of those affected by mental illness. We offer several psycho-education workshops for caregivers and professionals, offer housing information, support and advocacy.
NAMI CCNS is affiliated with NAMI National and NAMI Illinois, providing advocacy at three levels: local, state, and national.
National Association for Olmsted Parks
National Association of Asian American Professionals (NAAAP) - Chicago Chapter
The National Association of Asian American Professionals is a non-profit 501(c)(3), all-volunteer organization whose mission is to promote the personal and professional development of the Asian American community. NAAAP-Chicago is one of 16 chapters, ventures, and affiliates belonging to NAAAP throughout the nation.
Our Mission
NAAAP-Chicago provides opportunities for professional development, community service, social networking, and cultural awareness. In other words, everything we do is in service of enhancing the Asian American community and society as well as the Asian American experience.
History
Founded in 1982 in New York City as The National Association of Asian American Professionals Inc., NAAAP has evolved to become the premiere leader in Asian American Professional organizations in North American with an audience of over 3,000 across the continental U.S. and Canada. The Chicago chapter of NAAAP was founded in 1987.
National Center for Poverty Law
National Coalition to Abolish the Death Penalty
National Interfaith Committee for Worker Justice
National Kidney Foundation of Illinois
National Lawyers Guild
National Lekotek Center
Play and learning centers for families with children with special needs
National Multiple Sclerosis Society - Greater Illinois Chapter
National Museum of Mexican Art
National Peoples Action
National Sarcoidosis Society
National SPASMODIC DYSPHONIA Association
Spasmodic dysphonia (SD) is a neurological voice disorder that involves involuntary "spasms" of the vocal cords causing interruptions of speech and affecting the voice quality. The mission of the National Spasmodic Dysphonia Association is to advance medical research into the causes of and treatments for spasmodic dysphonia, promote physician and public awareness of the disorder, and sponsor support groups for patients and their families.
National Speakers Association - Illinois Chapter
NSA is the leading professional organization of experts in a variety of industries and disciplines who speak to audiences as trainers, educators, humorists, motivators, consultants and authors. NSA strives to advance skills, integrity, member value and the speaking profession.
National Training and Information Center
National Training and Information Center
National Training and Information Center
National Training and Information Center
Natural Resources Defense Council
Natural Resources Defense Council
Natural Resources Defense Council
Navitas Energy
Near Northwest Arts Council
Near South Side Children's Development Center
Neighborhood Assistance Corporation of America
Neighborhood Boys and Girls Club
Founded in 1931, the Neighborhood Boys & Girls Club is dedicated to youth development. Its mission is to enhance the well-being and develop the potential of its members, their families and community. The NBGC approach stresses teamwork, sportsmanship, character and leadership - qualities that will build "Better Men and Women."
Neighborhood Capital Budget Group
Coalition of community organizations and local economic development groups that focuses on research and advocacy to increase the use of capital funds within city neighborhoods.
Neighborhood Capital Budget Group
Neighborhood Capital Budget Group
Neighborhood Housing Service
Neighborhood Housing Service
Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago
Neighborhood Housing Services-Chicago Lawn/Gage Park
New Leaf Theatre
New Leaf Theatre is a producing company made up of 10 company members in Chicago's Lincoln Park. New Leaf Theatre creates intimate, animate theatrical experiences which renew both artist and audience.
New Phoenix Assistance Center
Furnished sattered site housing and support services to HIV women and children, homeless, street outreach for run-a-way, throw-a-way homeless youth, State Child Welfare agency for pregnant and partenting wards.
No New Nukes
No Wooden Nickels
No Wooden Nickels is a non-profit, charitable organization through its MedStart-5 program dedicated to providing indirect or out-of-pocket expense assistance to low-income cancer patients while undergoing treatment (chemotherapy and/or radiation). Our geographic focus are mostly those underserved communities within the Chicago area. Assistance is provided through out the State of Illinois and limited resources provided for outside of the State. There is also help for current students of cancer families as well as a donor-to-recipient match program. Our community outreach includes an annual health fair for men held each October.
Noah Learning Center
Noah Learning Center just obtained its 501(c)(3) from the IRS in November of 2004. We are looking to open our doors as a new afterschool program in the Englewood community by October 2006. The purpose for our existence is to improve the academic achievement of impoverished children living in an underpriviledged neighborhood by implementing the, 'No Child Left Behind Act'.
Nonprofit Financial Center
Nonprofit Roundtable of Greater Washington
The Nonprofit Roundtable builds the strength, influence, and visibility of the nonprofit sector in metropolitan Washington DC (including Northern Virginia and suburban Maryland).
North Cook Co. Soil & Water Conservation District
The Mission of the North Cook County Soil and Water Conservation District is to provide information , education, and guidance in the conservation and wise use of natural resources within the District by:
1. Educating the public and encouraging local governments to plan, pass and implement ordinances for protecting health, safety and the general welfare of the people of the District and its soil and water resources.
2. Work with all residents and units of government in protecting and increasing public lands.
3. Assist communities in understanding the need to identify, preserve, and enhance our natural communities of forests, savannas, prairies, and wetlands as well as areas that serve as important wildlife habitats. 4. Provide assistance in protecting the wetlands, lakes, and rivers in our communities from damage caused by point and non-point source pollution, flooding, erosion and sediments.
North Lakeside Cultural Center
Community arts center in the Rogers Park, Edgewater, Uptown area. Located directly on the shore of Lake Michigan in Berger park. Programs and events include plays, concerts, humanities programs, children's camps, and classes.
North Lawndale Employment Network
North Lawndale Employment Network
North Park University
North Park University is located on Chicago's north side and enrolls more than 3,100 students from around the country and the world. At North Park, excellence implies not only a deep tradition in the liberal arts and the Christian faith, but also a spirit of innovation, reaching out to serve and to learn from the dynamic community around us. Graduate and special undergraduate programs bring adult, working professionals to the campus on evenings and weekends, enhancing the University's resources in the liberal arts as well as in specialized areas such as business, the health sciences, and education.
North Shore School District 112
North Shore School District has 12 schools serving students from Highland Park, Highwood and Fort Sheridan.
North Side Community Federal Credit Union
Northcenter Chamber of Commerce
The mission of the Northcenter Chamber is to promote the interests of and secure the well-being of the businesses and neighborhood known as the Northcenter community.
Northeast Ohio AFSC
Northern Illinois Food Bank
Northern Illinois Food Bank, a non-profit, 501(c)(3) charity organization and member of America's Second Harvest - The Nation's Food Bank Network, was founded in May 1983. NIFB has grown tremendously - currently serving over 500 food-assistance sites in 13 northern Illinois counties. In 1995, Northern Illinois Food Bank relocated its headquarters to St. Charles, IL. In 2001, the Lake County Branch was opened in Park City, IL. In 2005, the Hunger Connection became a branch of Northern Illinois Food Bank in Rockford, IL.
Northside Parents Network
Northtown Academy
Northwest Side Housing Center
Northwest Side Housing Center
Northwestern School of Law
Northwestern University
Northwestern University Dance Marathon
NPO.net
Resources and links for Chicago's philanthropic community. Includes the Jobs posting service for area nonprofits. Powered by the IT Resource Center.
NPOTechs
NPOTechs consists of technology enthusiasts, staff members of non-profit-organizations, and other people interested in empowering our communities by helping to bring open-source and free technologies to non-profits.
Nuclear Energy Information Service
Nuclear Energy Information Service
Nuclear Energy Information Service
