The St. Joe Community Foundation is dedicated to enriching the quality of life for people who live, work, and play in Northwest Florida. Since 1999, they have focused on supporting education, environmental stewardship, building healthier communities, and honoring the cultural arts, with the goal of creating a lasting positive impact on the towns and lives of those in the region. They aim to foster thoughtful stewardship of the area, ensuring its unique qualities are preserved for future generations and to create a legacy of value across the community.
The St. Joe Community Foundation views its grants as investments in Bay and Walton Counties, aiming for projects that promise long-term enhancements to the region's quality of life. Their grantmaking focuses on building civic infrastructure, which leads to continuous improvements in the area. Specifically, they support projects under four main pillars: cultural arts (aiming to enrich community cultural experiences), education (improving the educational process and access), healthcare (enhancing physical and/or mental well-being), and environmental protection (conserving natural resources). This approach underscores their belief in nurturing the communities they serve as both a responsibility and an investment in the future.