The mission of the Hugh J. Andersen Foundation is to give back to the community through focused efforts that foster inclusively, promote equality, and lead to increased human independence, self sufficiency and dignity.
The Foundation is particularly interested in asset-based programs created, initiated, supported or staffed by the constituency for whom benefits are sought. This type of effort builds upon and further develops individual and community capacities. These programs or projects are internally motivated and organized, rather than need-based, service-oriented systems brought in and directed by non-constituents.
The Foundation is particularly interested in direct service programs that:
- Serve children and youth, especially those that provide personal development activities;
- Provide various social support services to the community at large;
- Provide access to health-related services and information; and/or
- Provide educational opportunities and enrichment to the general community.
The Foundation will only consider the following types of programs and organizations if services are provided in the St. Croix Valley – Washington County in Minnesota and Pierce, Polk and St. Croix counties in Wisconsin:
- Special projects or programs in public schools.
- Programs for individuals with developmental or physical disabilities.
- Programs for seniors.
- Public/civic projects and activities.
The foundation will generally not consider the following types of organizations and programs for funding: