Mission and Values
Our Mission
To Feed hungry people by securing and distributing food and grocery products, through a countywide network of food pantries.td>
To Increase public awareness about the problems of hunger in our community, and our solutions.
To Educate the people who come to us on nutrition.
Our Values
In carrying out its mission, the Greater Washington County Food Bank is committed to standards of performance represented by the values in which we believe:
Respect for Human Dignity: We will serve those who come to us without regard to race, creed, sex, lifestyle, residence or any other discriminatory consideration. We strive to provide a voice for people living in poverty.
Integrity: We will be open and honest in all relationships, dealings, and transactions. We will strive to earn and convey trust through openness and honesty.
Stewardship:We will keep faith with the public trust through the efficient and compassionate use of resources entrusted to us. We will strive to be mindful that the mission is accomplished through the generosity of others.
Accountability: We will set clear standards for the benchmark against which to measure competence, efficiency, and record keeping and report information, and all will be subject to an annual independent audit.
Service: We will stay close to those we serve. We will commit to provide excellent service. We will continually strive to study, understand and meet the changing needs of the hungry with competence, compassion and kindness.
Our Vision
We will eliminate hunger in Washington County, so that no one goes to bed hungry.