Mission

LFA contributes to the health and well-being of communities by providing applied research, evaluation, and technical assistance services that advance the work of organizations in the nonprofit, philanthropic, and public sectors.

Vision

LFA envisions community-oriented nonprofit, philanthropic, and public sectors that work in collaboration to share ideas and best practices in the service of social justice, that these sectors have the tools and resources they require to fulfill their missions, and that their achievements are visible and valued.

LFA envisions communities of people with equal access to resources and decision-making, that these communities honor and preserve cultural integrity, secure the health and well-being of their members, cultivate creativity, and promote social justice.

LFA envisions the workplace as a microcosm of our communities. We strive for a workplace of continuous learning, responsibility to the group, and participation in decision-making. In this workplace, we find satisfaction, challenge, and a sense of purpose.

Values

Our company values are the stage upon which we engage our mission and realize our vision; they help us measure our personal and company success and shape how we work together and with our clients. In all of our dealings as LFA employees, we strive to embody these values:

Accountability: We act with integrity and follow-through on the commitments we have made. We are honest, straightforward, and fair in all of our conduct and communications. We are responsible and responsive to the communities and sectors we serve. We engage in reflection and self-evaluation to ensure that our work is consistent with our vision, mission, and values.

Compassion: We treat each other and our clients with sensitivity, awareness, and understanding. We work collaboratively with clients to develop and implement project designs that are responsive to their beliefs, priorities, and values.

Innovation: We are motivated to produce creative solutions that meet our clients' specific needs and situations. New methods, fresh ideas, and a dedication to continuous learning characterize our work.

Respect: We know that successful interactions are only possible through a mutual regard for the intelligence, talents, and expertise that each of us possess. We are committed to cultural sensitivity in our work and relationships. We treat our clients as partners, and we expect openness, honesty and hard work from ourselves.