The Daniel-Mickel Foundation's mission is to support effective nonprofit organizations that strengthen and impact the community economically and socially. It focuses on education, arts and culture, health and human services, and the environment with the goal of enhancing the quality of life for all in the community.
The Daniel-Mickel Foundation grant program supports a broad range of causes including education, arts and culture, health and human services, and the environment. Their grants are designed to make capital investments in facilities and equipment, support specific programs demonstrating a clear need or innovative activities, and occasionally provide general operating support to highly effective organizations. While they do not limit the size of the grants they award, acknowledging that both small and large grants can significantly impact outcomes, they emphasize a thoughtful approach from applicants in determining the size of the grant request. The foundation’s funding priorities also encompass a readiness to consider partial funding due to the limited resources available relative to applicants' needs. Generally, grants are given for one year, with some exceptions for larger capital grants which may be paid over multiple years.