Lesson 1: Meaning of Philanthropy (The)
Handout 4

Mission Statements

Mission Statement of Hudsonville Christian School


Hudsonville Christian School:


Mission Statement of the American Red Cross

The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization, led by volunteers, that provide relief
to victims of disasters and helps people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.
It does this through services that are consistent with its congressional charter
and the fundamental principles of the International Red Cross Movement.



Mission Statement of the W.K. Kellogg Foundation

To help people help themselves through the practical application of knowledge and resources
to improve their quality of life and that of future generations.

(The W.K. Kellogg Foundation is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to apply knowledge
to solve the problems of people. Its founder W.K. Kellogg, the cereal industry pioneer,
established the Foundation in 1930. Since its beginning the Foundation has continuously focused
on building the capacity of individuals, communities, and institutions to solve their own problems.)