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The Ensworth School is a pre-first through twelfth grade, coeducational independent school. The School promotes academic excellence and inspires students to be intellectually curious, to use their talents to the fullest, to be people of integrity, and to be contributors to society. Ensworth School was chartered in 1958 and opened September 10 that year with 152 students in 8 grades and 10 teachers. Ensworth began the 2011-2012 school year with 1,053 students representing 48 zip codes and a faculty-staff of 200. There are 628 students in Grades P1-8 and 425 students in Grades 9-12.

Epiphany School is an independent, tuition-free middle school for children of economically disadvantaged families from Boston neighborhoods. We admit children of diverse faiths, races, cultures and cognitive profiles, believing in the Episcopal tradition that we find God in and through each other's presence. Epiphany's small classes, individualized curricula, and extended school days provide rigorous academic, moral and social instruction. In close partnership with families, we are an innovative learning community that affords structured support to help students thrive. Together we are a school that never gives up on a child. Epiphany challenges students to discover and develop the fullness of their individual gifts. We seek to prepare graduates who will contribute intelligently, morally, and actively to the society they will inherit.

Nourish America improves the health status of children, families, seniors, and veterans at risk for malnutrition by providing nutritional supplements, nourishing foods (including organics and naturals) as well as nutrition education and research. ** UNDELIVERABLE ** regrant to UNICEF USA **

Founded in 1785, The Episcopal Academy educates qualified, motivated students to grow intellectually, physically, and spiritually, and to share their talents generously. We are a coeducational community of learners and teachers working to achieve excellence through a strong academic program, comprehensive athletics, and vibrant arts. Our school's Episcopalian heritage with its respect for all faiths forms the basis of our life together. Through a rigorous academic curriculum, complemented by religious instruction, community service, the arts, and athletics, Episcopal Academy seeks to cultivate the mind, body, and spirit of each student. The school endeavors to instill a belief in God and respect for faith, encourage good work habits and thoroughness, and inspire a thirst for knowledge.

Ethical Culture Fieldston School (ECFS) was founded in 1878 by Felix Adler. His educational vision - to develop individuals who will be competent to change their environment to greater conformity with moral ideals - is as important today as it was when ECFS was founded. We continue to realize that vision by exploring what it means to be an ethical and responsible member of society, valuing inclusion and economic and racial diversity, striving for academic excellence, and teaching students to become independent thinkers through progressive education. ECFS provides educational instruction for approximately 1,670 students in various classes from pre-kindergarten through the twelfth grade. Our school challenges students to reach their highest potential in body, mind and spirit through the humanities, sciences, the arts and physical education.

The Fountain Valley School of Colorado is dedicated to providing a rigorous college-preparatory curriculum in academics, continued on organization's mission continued athletics, and the arts our community endeavors to foster a lifelong love of challenge and learning in an environment of diversity and mutual respect, and to prepare adolescents to become individuals who are open-minded, curious, courageous.  

Foxcroft's mission is to help every girl explore her unique voice and to develop the skills, confidence, and courage to share it with the world. We live out our mission by providing our students with unique learning experiences in and out of the classroom; an uncommonly beautiful setting in which to learn, grow, and thrive; a residential community of understanding hearts; and a lifetime of friendships and global connections.

Genesis School offers creative approaches to learning by adapting to each student's needs. We are committed to fostering a welcoming learning environment for young people to support their efforts and aspirations, while celebrating their value and endless potential. Our core beliefs: * We are committed to academic achievement and excellence in education. * Students deserve a fresh start on their educational journey. * Learning structures should be adaptable to meet individual needs. * Effective education requires a partnership between school and parent. * Effective learning requires appropriate resources and qualified staff. * Caring, qualified teachers and a specialized staff can make all the difference in turning a young person's life around. Our responsibility is vast because Genesis Promise Academy is the only charter school in the Kansas City area serving at-risk and high-risk inner city youth during those vulnerable years, grades kindergarten - 8. We know how to address the special needs of young people and have been doing so for over 30 years. We have a proven track record. And when we are successful keeping young people in school, we help fortify the community's skill base and enhance family cohesiveness.

The mission statement of the agency reads, "Based on the teachings of Christ, Children's Foundation of Mid-America provides compassionate and therapeutic social, psychological and educational services to children and families of all faiths." In response to the needs of hurting children and their families, it is our intention to continue to be creative in serving the needs of children who have been neglected or abused, or who are at risk. Children's Foundation wants to enable each child to become a strong contributing member of our society.

Gideon Hausner Jewish Day School is a kindergarten through eighth grade school founded in 1989. We are committed to promoting academic excellence, community responsibility, and vibrant Jewish living. As a community day school, Hausner serves families from a wide range of Jewish backgrounds and religious practices. Today we enroll close to 400 students and provide an exceptional education in science, math, history, literature, Jewish studies, Hebrew language, music, fine arts, sports, and technology. The academic excellence of our program is built on rigorous standards, exceptional faculty, and small student to teacher ratios.

Child Aid’s mission is to create opportunity for Latin America’s rural and indigenous poor through childhood literacy programs.

The mission of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Fund (VVMF) is to honor and preserve the legacy of service and educate all generations about the impact of the Vietnam War. Based in Arlington, Virginia, VVMF is the nonprofit organization authorized by the U.S. Congress in 1980 to build a national memorial dedicated to all who served with the U.S. armed forces in the Vietnam War. Incorporated on April 27, 1979 by a group of veterans led by Jan C. Scruggs, the organization sought a tangible symbol of recognition from the American people for those who served in the war. The result was the Vietnam Veterans Memorial (commonly referred to as The Wall), which has become one of the most visited memorials in Washington, D.C. with an estimated 5.6 million annual visitors.