• all people deserve the chance to lead productive and healthy lives
• philanthropy plays an important, but limited role building capacities is critical
• we believe in a grassroots approach. we are the funders and shapers, but rely on others to implement the solutions.
• we are humble and mindful in our actions and words
• we require ethical behavior of ourselves and those we work with
• we seek and heed the council of outside voices
• we leave room to grow and change