The Kimball Foundation's mission is to support a broad spectrum of causes including, but not limited to, homeless shelters, environmental concerns, health centers, and volunteer fire and ambulance corps. They focus on matching gifts, aiding start-ups, and supporting small struggling organizations to ensure their continuity. The Foundation promotes collaboration among charitable organizations with similar goals.
The grant program prioritizes a wide variety of causes, demonstrating flexibility and a broad scope in its funding strategy. It is particularly interested in matching gifts from other foundations and businesses, supporting start-up projects, and assisting small organizations that are facing financial difficulties. Additionally, the Foundation values and encourages collaborative efforts among charities aiming for similar objectives.