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The Women’s Inter-Church Council of Canada (WICC) is the only national women’s ecumenical organization in Canada. A vibrant and diverse Christian women’s council consisting of representatives from 11 church partners, WICC coordinates programs and develops resources that foster ecumenism, support faith and spirituality, and encourage action for justice. As well as coordinating the annual World Day of Prayer and the Fellowship of the Least Coin in Canada, WICC works in coalition with other organizations on issues including racism and violence against women. Through Women Doing Theology gatherings, an annual liturgy for December 6, and resources such as Healing Waters and other publications, WICC helps to connect people of faith who are working for justice in church and society. For more information, visit www.wicc.org.

The mission of Samoset Council is to prepare young people for life by providing opportunities to live the Scout Oath and Law through safe, accessible, and inclusive educational programs. We accomplish this by delivering quality programs, assembling and training volunteers, disseminating resources, providing special events, and promoting programs to parents, youth and the general community in the thirteen counties of North-central Wisconsin.

Since 1976 the Welland Heritage Council and Multicultural Centre has assisted immigrants overcome barriers to integration and watched with pride as they build new lives for themselves here in Canada. Our greatest contribution to our community is in helping immigrants gain the necessary skills to live and work in Canada, so that they can become successful contributing members of our society.

Seniors' concerns and issues are identified and solutions are sought through forums, research projects and partnership networks. The Council on Aging, though the work of its volunteer Board of Director's, committees, and staff: - Consults with other organizations in the planning and coordination of seniors' services; - Advocates for seniors on policy and funding priorities at all levels of government; - Educates public understanding and awareness of seniors' issues; - Invites the community at large to support its work through memberships, volunteering and financial donations.

The Back of the Yards Neighborhood Council is a community organization whose mission is to enhance the general welfare of all residents, organizations, and businesses in our service area. We accomplish this by integrating social service and economic development programs into a single community-based intermediary organization, the BYNC leads a holistic approach to the social problems that have plagued the Back of the Yards neighborhood and surrounding communities. We have a variety of activities, programs and services that are provided to our constituents. These programs include a Mexican Folklore Dance Troupe, Computer Technology Center (CTC), Industrial Retention activities, Special Service Area (SSA) management, senior support services, maintaining a high level of participation with local CAPS program, retail development, employment placement assistance, and a variety of other services that assist the participants. Please spend some time visiting our website, call us at (872) 281-7832, or stop by our offices to learn more about our history and our programs.

The mission of Maureen's Haven is to protect the east end homeless by providing shelter, supportive services and compassionate care for individuals in need. We are dedicated to the dignity and worth of all people, regardless of race, ethnicity, religious affiliation, national origin, age or gender.

METCO’s mission is to provide, through professional leadership and voluntary citizen action, the development and promotion of quality integrated educational opportunities for urban and suburban students in the Greater Boston community.

CAIR's mission is to enhance understanding of Islam, encourage dialogue, protect civil liberties, empower American Muslims, and build coalitions that promote justice and mutual understanding.

CLIR is an independent, nonprofit organization that forges strategies to enhance research, teaching, and learning environments in collaboration with libraries, cultural institutions, and communities of higher learning.

To maintain, improve, and protect the quality of life for the residents of South Side

Our mission is to offer services not provided by other agencies for homebound, frail and geographically isolated individuals. Our programs promote independence, improve quality of life and prevent or end abuse, neglect (including self-neglect) and exploitation of at-risk seniors and adults with disabilities.

Their primary mission is the rescue, care, and placement of stray and abandoned animals. We are also committed to furthering the public’s education about proper pet care, pet overpopulation, and the importance of spaying and neutering. SICAW has established its own low-cost spay/neuter program, Neuter Network, in partnership with several local Veterinarians. As part of this program, spay/neuter services can be performed by qualified vets for a lower cost.