MISSION

The Athens County Foundation builds on the strengths of our community, advancing participation and collaboration to address longstanding challenges and pursue extraordinary opportunities. ​

 

VISION

Everyone in Athens County is engaged and working together to ensure a healthy, inclusive, thriving community for all.​

 

VALUES & GUIDING PRINCIPLES

Inclusion​

The experiences and perspectives of the diversity of people in Athens County are the foundation of effective, meaningful action. We elevate the voices of those who have struggled to be heard, and we strive for diversity in our initiatives and within our organization.​

Collaboration​

Results that matter come from community members, nonprofits, and public and private organizations working and learning together, listening, and engaging in constructive conversations. We seek outcomes, not ownership. ​ ​

Courage​

Change requires us to be steadfast and bold in seeking solutions. We face difficulties, ask challenging questions, and take feedback, always drawing on our kindness and objectivity.​

Hope​

Our community members make a powerful difference. Their ideas and expertise, their care and concern, their efforts and projects, their investments – these are strengths that inspire us to see opportunity in the face of challenging problems. We are unwavering in our belief that, together, we can make Athens County stronger.​​

Trust​

Philanthropy and community engagement are built with integrity, authenticity, and accountability – by the ACF and by those we serve. The strength of our relationships will propel us toward our shared goals.​

 

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