Our Values

The Board of Directors share several values that provide a moral basis for all work of the Stillwater Foundation.

Respect

Members of the Board believe that all people should be treated with respect.

Independence

We believe that the most rewarding responsibility is independence.

Perseverance

Success of those who persevere through adversity is the greatest kind.

Commitment

Loyalty to family and friends, along with a commitment to self improvement and growth, are values that positively effect society.

Knowledge

We value learning opportunities that enhance our knowledge.

Stewardship

Board members accept the responsibility to most effectively use the funds of the Stillwater Foundation to support our mission and to act in accordance with the values that we all share.

Our Mission

The Stillwater Foundation seeks to promote global well being by supporting organizations that provide youth development and education, contribute to medical research and outreach, or alleviate poverty and combat climate change through sustainable development. 

Message from the Board

An old Cherokee is teaching his grandson about life.  "A fight is going on inside me," he said to the boy.

"It is a terrible fight between two wolves.  One is evil - he is anger, envy, sorrow, regret, greed, arrogance, self-pity, guilt, resentment, inferiority, lies, false pride, superiority, and ego."  He continued, "The other is good - he is joy, peace, love, hope, serenity, humility, kindness, benevolence, empathy, generosity, truth, compassion, and faith.  The same fight is going on inside you - and inside every other person, too."

The grandson thought about it for a minute and then asked his grandfather.  "Which wolf will win?"

The old Cherokee simply replied, "The one you feed."