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The mission of the ACCE Institute is to improve the lives of low income and working families in California by carrying out and supporting work that fosters community improvement and civic participation. The ACCE Institute conducts research on critical issues of concern to low- and moderate-income communities, educates the public and policy-makers about these issues, and provides capacity-building trainings to individuals and organizations. Additionally, the ACCE Institute works to increase the civic engagement of low–and – moderate income communities by helping local organizations develop non-partisan civic engagement efforts that encourage active public citizenship and voting in low and moderate-income communities.

COLAGE unites people with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and/or queer parents into a network of peers and supports them as they nurture and empower each other to be skilled, self-confident, and just leaders in our collective communities.

Global Camps Africa changes the lives of South Africa's vulnerable children and youth by providing HIV/AIDS prevention education and training through high impact residential and day camp experiences and continuing education, equipping young people with the life skills that will support them in becoming safe and productive adults who have hope for the future.

Lumberyard, one of the nation's leading contemporary performing arts institutions, serves the performing arts community and its audiences by providing multi-faceted opportunities for artists to develop new work. Unwavering in its commitment to assisting artists throughout the creative process, Lumberyard operates with a collaborative and generous spirit, one driven by this support for artists and appreciation for the audiences who value their work. Lumberyard's history goes back to 1999 when, thanks to founder and benefactor Solange MacArthur, it began as American Dance Institute (ADI), a dance school based in Rockville, Maryland. In 2010, after looking closely at the challenges facing the American contemporary dance field, ADI changed course to focus on artist-centered programs that include residency and performance opportunities. This new direction resulted in what is now Lumberyard's stellar reputation for providing this much needed support, with the Incubator residency program, introduced in 2011, especially praised. Lumberyard also serves emerging artists through its Solange MacArthur Award and Future Artists Initiative. In summer 2016, Lumberyard responded to artists' requests for residencies to culminate with a New York City performance season by launching Lumberyard/NYC, an initiative undertaken in collaboration with New York City theater spaces, which, to this day, not only supports artists but also serves audiences who, at affordable ticket prices, have the chance to see a wide range of contemporary dance. Lumberyard will experience more exciting change in 2018 when it opens new facilities in a former lumberyard in Catskill New York, a town approximately two hours from New York City, positioned beautifully between the Hudson River and the Catskill Creek that was once the home of painter Thomas Cole, founder of the renowned Hudson River School. The renovation of the lumberyard, a four-building complex, will produce fabulous studios and housing, allowing Lumberyard to expand its mission of supporting artists throughout the creative process by being able to increase the number of residencies and performance opportunities available to them. The site will also include a state-of-the art performing arts space, certain to become a cultural destination for Catskill residents and for those traveling to the region. By taking ownership of this property, Lumberyard will connect audiences to some of the best and most provocative performances being created today, and the excitement of seeing works in preview before they premier in less intimate venues will extend beyond the stage to include receptions and talk backs with artists. Catskill residents will also benefit by access to a delightful courtyard that will host a farmers' market and other community events.

Foster Care to Success Founded in 1981, the Orphan Foundation of America (OFA)is the only national organization dedicated solely to helping older foster youth make a successful transition to adulthood. OFA's mission is to provide teens leaving foster care with scholarships, leadership development, mentoring support, and independent living skills that will enable them to become productive, self-reliant adults.

MLT is a national nonprofit organization tackling the underlying, but typically overlooked economic levers critical to advancing racial equity and social justice in America. By expanding economic mobility and transforming the career trajectories of people of color, while also standardizing and scaling racially equitable employer practices, MLT closes the racial wealth gaps that underpin the broader inequities that have continually plagued communities of color.MLT is working to ensure that people of color are able to thrive, not just survive.

Founded in 1981, AFAR is a national non-profit organization whose mission is to support and advance healthy aging.  AFAR helps researchers begin and further their careers in aging research and geriatric medicine.  Over the past 26 years, AFAR has awarded more than $132 million to approximately 2,800 MD’s, PhD’s, and students.

Our mission is to help low-income teenagers transform what they believe is possible for themselves and develop the skills they need to become college educated leaders who give back to their families and communities.

PLAN exists to deepen democracy, transform power and achieve greater justice in Nevada. We employ leadership development, grassroots organizing, policy advocacy and direct action to build power with our communities.

Public Citizen Foundation is the 501(c)(3) arm of Public Citizen that advances consumer protection, government accountability, and public-interest policy through research, public education, and litigation. Its work focuses on making government and corporations more accountable, protecting health and safety, and defending consumers’ rights.

Phoenix Conservatory of Music unleashes the power of music by providing high-quality, affordable music education for all children and youth. Our College Prep program is the most prestigious program for contemporary music education in Arizona and has prepared hundreds of students for success in college. PCM Rocks!

Manchester Music Festival presents high‑quality chamber music performances and runs an intensive Young Artists summer residency; it aims to bring classical music to the southern Vermont community, provide education and outreach, and support emerging pre‑professional musicians through full‑scholarship programs.