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The GRAMMY Foundation was established to cultivate understanding, appreciation and advancement of the contribution of recorded music on American culture -- from the artistic and technical legends of the past to the future generations of music professionals.
Baltimore Clayworks opened in 1980 by nine clay artists with the commitment to establish a public art center of living artists who would teach, exhibit and create for and in collaboration with the broader community. To realize the organization’s mission to develop, promote and sustain an artist-centered community, providing exceptional artistic, educational and collaborative programs in the ceramic arts, the artists, staff and Board of Directors of Baltimore Clayworks provide accessible and affordable classes and artists’ studios and a suite of exhibition space featuring local, national and international work which are free and open to the public six days a week. As a major part of this effort, Clayworks partners with grassroots organizations, schools and city agencies to sensitively develop and implement artistic programs in the community for disadvanteged young people who would otherwise have limited or no access to the arts.
The primary purpose of Emmanuel is to prepare men and women for effective ministry in these areas worship, preaching and pastoral care, Christian education, evangelism and church growth, cross-cultural missions, institutional and military chaplaincy, teaching in schools and colleges and Christian exercise of other vocations.
The mission of Lyme Academy College of Fine Arts is to educate aspiring artists through a rigorous studio curriculum rooted in figurative and representational art. The College offers a comprehensive liberal arts education essential for advanced critical and creative thought. The program reflects a deep respect for both traditional and innovative forms of teaching and provides an unrivalled foundation for developing unique visual expressions. Upon completion of their studies, students will be equipped not only to articulate their culture, but also to give it shape and substance.
Mid-America Reformed Seminary seeks to serve Christ and His church by assisting in the formation and preparation of servants for the Kingdom of God. Our primary purpose is to train men for the gospel ministry of Jesus Christ. Guided by this focus, we are also committed to providing solid theological training for others among God’s people whose life calling may be enhanced by theological education.
To improve the quality of life for americans aged 18-29 by educating them about their common civic and economic interests educational programs consist of traditional seminars, conferences, and print media as well as utilization of the internet, social media, and mobile technology. The organization is a non-partisan organization with its primary mission being to motivate young americans by getting them interested in and focusing on issues and events that affect them to day and throughout their lives.
To excel as a leading high-quality research institution engaged in education, discovery, and innovation with social, intellectual, and economic impact in the New York region, the nation, and the world.
The Rockefeller University was founded in 1901 by John D. Rockefeller Sr. as The Rockefeller Institute for Medical Research. The first institution in the United States devoted solely to using biomedical research to understand the underlying causes of disease, Rockefeller is today one of the foremost biomedical research centers in the world, and its scientists have made numerous seminal contributions to biology and medicine. Over the years, 24 scientists associated with the university have received Nobel Prizes and 21 have earned the Albert Lasker Medical Research Award. Fourteen Rockefeller scientists have received the Gairdner Foundation International Award and 14 have been given the National Medal of Science, the nation's highest scientific honor. In addition to a century of prize-winning breakthroughs, Rockefeller has devoted over half a century to training the next generation of innovative, pathbreaking scientists.
The Center for Arts Education (CAE) is dedicated to ensuring that all New York City public school students have quality arts learning as an essential part of their K-12 education. CAE is the only organization in New York working through direct service programs in schools; professional development for school leaders, classroom teachers and teaching artists; and active advocacy and public engagement to inform and influence educational and fiscal policies in support of a well-rounded education for all children that includes the arts.
Riverside Theatre is committed to providing a total theatre arts experience that entertains, challenges, and educates both adults and children.
University of the Pacific's mission is to provide a superior, student-centered learning experience integrating liberal arts and professional education and preparing individuals for lasting achievement and responsible leadership in their careers and communities.
The Williamson Free School of Mechanical Trades prepares deserving young men to be useful and respected members of society. To accomplish the mission, Williamson gratuitously provides students with academic, trade, technical, moral and religious education, and a living environment based on the Judeo-Christian perspective that fosters the values of faith, integrity, diligence, excellence, and service.