Non-profit organizations in Gaithersburg, MD

FUSION POWER ASSOCIATES is a non-profit, tax-exempt research and educational foundation, providing timely information on the status of fusion development and other applications of plasma science and fusion research. We do this primarily through the issuance of bi-monthly Executive Newsletters, email Fusion Program Notes and sponsorship of annual management-level technical symposia. The Association assists students, media, the public and others by providing lay-level materials, brochures, commentary, expert advice and referrals to experts for specialized information and provides editorial assistance to the Journal of Fusion Energy ( Springer Publishers ) in soliciting, translating, editing and publishing technical papers on plasma physics and fusion energy. The Association presents Awards annually to individuals, recognizing Leadership, Distinguished Career, and Excellence in Fusion Engineering. The Association occasionally also presents Special Awards, e.g., for Outstanding Public Service and for Education and Outreach. The Association is managed by a Board of Directors and is guided by a Policy Statement. Institutions are encouraged to participate in Fusion Power Associates by becoming voting Members or Affiliates. The Association also has Individual Affiliates. Fusion Power Associates 2 Professional Drive, MD 20879 Gaithersburg Suite 249 ; FAX: 301 ) 975-9869 ; [email protected] or click on an information link below.

Family Services Agency, established in 2004 and located in Gaithersburg, Md., services high-risk families and communities affected by poverty, abuse, and neglect. It provides child welfare services and offers support and assistance to families for creating safer households. Its child welfare services include foster care, reunification, family permanency planning and sexual abuse assessment. The agency s social workers provide parenting training and support families for reducing the risk of child maltreatment and neglect. It also provides mental health services and training. The agency s social workers help children prepare for school. It also offers variety of volunteer and donation programs. Its Web site offers information about community resources and various support organizations.