Effective organizations identify and develop clear and concise organizational values. Once defined, values impact every aspect of an organization and are modeled by staff and board members.

Children/Families
We are dedicated to the well-being of children in our community and the positive role that families and caring adults play in the lives of children. We also believe in the importance and value of family in both our work and personal lives.

Teamwork
We succeed by working together toward a shared vision and common goals.

Accountability
We are responsible and accountable to our customers - children and families, programs and the taxpayers - to effectively utilize community dollars.

Collaboration
We believe that by fostering effective community partnerships, we broaden and strengthen the services to children and families.

Integrity
We pursue our mission with honesty, trustworthiness, and a high ethical standard.

Excellence
We believe in our work and its impact on our community and believe that what is worth doing is worth doing well.

Respect
We acknowledge the dignity and worth of each person by recognizing their diversity, opinions, and needs.

Creativity
We are open to unique and creative approaches and solutions understanding that yesterday's approaches may not be today's or tomorrow's.

Communication
We appreciate that open, honest communication - both expressing and listening to ideas - is crucial to accomplishing our mission and establishing an effective work environment.

Humor
We take our jobs seriously, but not ourselves. We look for humor and fun in our daily work.