The Joseph and Mercedes McMicking Foundation is dedicated to improving the quality of life for San Francisco Bay Area residents by offering contributions, grants, and scholarships focused on the education and welfare of children and their families. They emphasize support for all ages and ethnic backgrounds, particularly in arts, technology, education, and science.
The grant program aims to serve as a beacon of charitable giving for children of all ethnicities and ages, primarily focusing on supporting educational curriculum in K-12 schools and universities in the San Francisco Bay Area. It also aims to aid major museums and cultural organizations in the area with their educational programs for children and families. The grant supports specific causes in the fields of arts, technology, education, and science.