The Mission Improving Lives. Inspiring Donors. Uniting Community. The Vision To be the preferred organization investing in education, basic needs, and health in our community. Our Strategic Guidelines Education Get kids ready for kindergarten, reading at grade level by 3rd grade, and graduating on time with skills to be career and life-ready. Basic Needs Reduce the long-term need for food, housing, and utility assistance through life skills education and financial counseling. Health Support prevention services so youth and adults are healthy and avoid risky behaviors.