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The Austin Peay State University Foundation supports the mission of Austin Peay University, which is a comprehensive university committed to raising the educational attainment of the citizenry, developing programs and services that address regional needs, and providing collaborative opportunities that connect university expertise with private and public resources.  These endeavors contribute to the intellectual, economic, social, physical, and cultural development of the region.

LitShop provides afterschool and summer programming that pairs engaging literacy opportunities with building and making for girls ages 10-15. By intentionally creating a supportive space where girls can take risks, explore creatively, build skills, and connect with peers, LitShop fosters leadership and confidence our builders can use through adolescence and early adulthood.

Primary Source promotes history and humanities education by connecting educators to people and cultures throughout the world. In partnership with teachers, scholars and the broader community, Primary Source provides learning opportunities and curriculum materials for K-12 educators. By introducing global content, Primary Source shapes the way teachers and students learn, so that their knowledge is deeper and their thinking is flexible and given to inquiry.

Instituto da Crianca is a SOCIAL MANAGER to promote human development. The organization works as a way to bring together people and companies that are able and willing to contribute, but don't know how to make this investment reach those who really need it. With 28 years of history, the Instituto connects and articulates these two groups, advising companies, and directing financial, human, material, and technical knowledge resources.

Young Audiences of Northeast Ohio enriches the lives of children and promotes creative learning by uniting the arts and education.  To enhance students’ learning in reading, writing, math, history or the sciences, YANEO has a range of artists and programs to fit almost any educational need and budget. We have the expertise to provide a complete and connected learning experience while energizing an entire school.

World Dance for Humanity bridges cultures through movement and helps people in need by supporting small, sustainable, grassroots projects locally and in the developing world. All charitable donations and class fees go to underserved communities where a small amount of money can inspire hope and change lives, and where we can develop deep connections to the people we serve.

Our mission is to empower communities to strengthen languages, culture and the environment by using the internet more effectively. Our primary vehicle of engagement is a multilingual cultural wiki designed, populated, and used by the community to help the community satifsfy their evolving community needs. The BASAbali wiki has engaged by nearly 2.5 million to date. The wiki empowerment process is now being replicated in Makassar, Indonesia. BASAbali is a registered nonprofit in the US. BASAbali Wiki is a registered charity in Indonesia. Matur Suksma (thank you very much) for your care of local languages, culture and the environment.

Our goal is to inspire intelligent use of the earth's natural resources and empower individuals to become leaders in biosphere stewardship. The problem - The health of our biosphere – our life support system – is decreasing due to climate change and the needs associated with a growing human population. Our efforts are strategic - We address this global challenge by working locally with island peoples whose livelihood is most affected by sweeping ecological changes. Our projects are collaborative - We learn from individuals about their environment while empowering them to become active advocates, practitioners, and leaders in their communities.

Dream Corps Unlimited is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit social enterprise and incubator for powerful ideas and innovations designed to uplift and empower the most vulnerable in our society.  Our work stems from three core strengths: - Communicating breakthrough ideas and frameworks - Catalyzing new efforts and strategic initiatives - Connecting across cultures and discipline to build a stronger, more integrated, and more collaborative movement Dream Corps is the vision of civil rights leader and former advisor to the Obama White House, Van Jones. An activist for more than two decades, Van has fought for social, economic, racial and environmental justice all over the world. Under Van's leadership, Dream Corps incubates the following programs: Close the Prison Doors: #cut50 works to popularize bipartisan alternatives and practical solutions to help America safely and smartly reduce its jail and prison populations by 50 percent over the next 10 years. Open the Doors of Opportunity: #YesWeCode is a national initiative to help train 100,000 low-opportunity youth to become high-level computer coders. We sponsor youth hackathons, support existing coding education programs, and partner with tech companies, media and other high-profile partners committed to increasing diversity in tech. Into a New Economy Green for All works to build an inclusive green economy strong enough to lift people out of poverty.

Academies at GDBS features a strong academic program and an egalitarian, supportive environment. We pair a strong jewish identity with an innovative curriculum. Our students undertake a journey of self-exploration, guided by warm and passionate educators. They graduate with a love of learning, a deep connection to Israel, and the building blocks for extraordinary futures: knowledge, creativity, leadership, Hebrew fluency, analytical skills, confidence, humility, philanthropy and community.

The Southeast Fiber Arts Alliance intertwines and connects all facets of the fiber arts community.  Open to anyone with an interest in fiber, yarn, fabric, or textiles, SEFAA celebrates, supports, promotes, and perpetuates all fiber art forms. We do so by offering classes, workshops, tours, open studio hours, events, and exhibitions as well as rental space for fiber-related events and studio artists.

Communities In Schools champions the connection of needed community resources with schools to help young people successfully learn, stay in school, and prepare for life - communities in schools is a network of nonprofit organizations focused on improving student and school success by providing needed support and services to students and schools our ultimate goal is to see that all students are successful in school and complete their education at least through high schools.