text: The Community Foundation of Herkimer & Oneida Counties - Idealist
  Utica, NY | http://www.foundationhoc.org
  We work to create a better future for all the people in our region. We are a catalyzing force and partner for positive change. We address the community's most critical or persistent challenges and opportunities. We consistently include, collaborate with and unite the diverse people, institutions and resources that have stakes in our region to address those challenges and opportunities. We foster informed leadership that generates excellence, innovation and entrepreneurship. We produce significant, widely shared and lasting results. We commit ourselves to inspire giving in our region. We provide exemplary stewardship of the resources we manage and leverage. We govern and operate The Foundation in ways that exhibit and foster trust, integrity, accountability and good practice.