CIVIC ENGAGEMENT
Make A Difference values volunteer service and issues education as powerful forces for change and believes that service and education raise awareness of community needs and provide a platform for action. 
 

MEANINGFUL SERVICE
Make A Difference values results-based, meaningful volunteer service and believes that volunteers enrich their lives and the lives of others when they address our community’s needs. 
 

DIVERSITY
Make A Difference values the rich diversity of our community and believes that hands-on service and issues education provide ideal opportunities for people to build mutual respect and understanding. 
 

BROAD INTERESTS IN SERVICE
Make A Difference values the needs of its volunteers to engage in service opportunities that match their individual availability, interest, and capacity.
 

COLLABORATION
Make A Difference values its partners in the community.  We believe the best way to build capacity and a vibrant community to combine our experience with that of our partners. 
 

DIVERSE ENTRY POINTS TO SERVICE
Make A Difference believes in providing people with a continuum of leadership development, issues education and service opportunities. 
 

RESPECT OF STAKEHOLDERS
Make A Difference values its staff, volunteers and board and believes that cultivating their ownership, dedication, and passion leads to providing excellent service and programs.
 

SERVICE INNOVATION
Make A Difference values service innovation and entrepreneurial spirit as a catalyst for building healthy communities.