The Joseph & Vera Long Foundation aims to create a society that conserves natural resources, fosters the well-being and development of children and youth, provides care for the vulnerable and afflicted, and supports women. They grant financial aid to non-profit organizations in Northern California and Hawaii, focusing on community strengthening and responsible use of assets. The foundation prioritizes impactful, strategic, and responsive granting to fulfill its vision.
The grant program by The Joseph & Vera Long Foundation operates with a spring and fall cycle, offering larger grants ($50,000 to $150,000) in the spring and smaller grants ($10,000 to $49,000) in the fall. The grants support projects or programs that align with the Foundation's priorities in four main areas: The Environment, Youth in Nature, Youth Arts, Maternal Health, and Healthy Aging. The foundation seeks to invest in organizations committed to the community and the efficient use of the Foundation's resources, with a clear focus on making a significant and well-defined impact through strategic and responsive grants.