The mission of the Community Foundation is to advance the quality of life in Door County by investing in collaborative efforts that lead to systemic change. This involves supporting initiatives focused on creating greater efficiencies and changes in community systems, with efforts such as improving service delivery, filling significant service gaps, and launching subsidiary corporations like the Door County Community Opportunity Investment Network (COIN) to facilitate job creation.
Sustainability Grants are designed to provide vital operational support to charities in Door County, directly affecting the community's wellbeing. These grants aim to support a variety of needs, from funding salaries for personnel working with troubled teens, purchasing equipment for local performing arts, to improving local infrastructure like community gardens. While these grants might not fund glamorous or soul-stirring projects, their role in supporting essential services is fundamental. Specifically, these grants can assist through different funds such as the Arts Fund, Children & Youth Fund, Education Fund, Green Fund, Health & Human Needs Fund, and the Historic Preservation Fund. The grant application process is streamlined, without the need for separate applications for each fund. The anticipated grant amounts range from $2,500 to $5,000, with multiple grants awarded each cycle.