Forward-thinking

• We’re anchored to our core values and foundations, but we adapt. We respond to changes in our external environment, whether in philanthropy, our community, our membership, or elsewhere.
• We strive to think creatively and respond effectively to challenges that we face as an organization or that we see in the community.

Inclusive 

• We welcome any woman who wants to join Impact100 and be part of our collective grants. The only requirement is to identify as a woman, be age 21 or older, and make the membership contribution by November 15 for the following year’s grants.  
• We uphold a culture that is friendly and welcoming.
• Diverse perspectives are valued and needed; the more diverse we are, the better an organization we are.
  
• Members decide their personal level of participation, and all levels are equally valued by our organization.

Open-minded and Curious 

• We are interested in new ideas and opposing views that challenge our thinking.
• We seek to learn about and understand the needs in our region.
• We welcome feedback and use it to get better; we seek to be continuously improving.

Transparent 

• We have no hidden agendas. The Board informs, and ideally engages, members when making major decisions. Any significant changes to grantmaking are clearly communicated to members, applicants, and grantees.
• We show no favoritism to any member over another or to any applicant over another.