Mission & Values

MISSION

The Forest Foundation is committed to strengthening and enriching the quality of life in Southwest Washington, with a particular emphasis on Tacoma and Pierce County.

The Foundation pursues its mission by supporting well-managed nonprofit organizations and citizen initiatives that achieve measurable, high-quality results.

VALUES

The Foundation strives to honor the following while carrying out its mission:

• We value honesty, integrity and respect in all our relationships.
• We value the power of community-based leadership.
• We value community-strengthening brought about by individuals who have a strong connection and commitment to where they live.
• We value investing Foundation resources in organizations that:
• Demonstrate programmatic and fiscal accountability, transparency and strength.
• Develop and implement innovative solutions.
• Regularly engage in planning and evaluation.
• Develop and maintain strategic alliances that support the mission.
• Are governed by diverse leaders whose expertise is skillfully managed and employed.