The Mill Foundation aims to support the disadvantaged youth in the Rockford region by providing them with funding. Their goal is to help these youths develop the values, behaviors, and life skills necessary for responsible and productive lives.
The Mill Foundation Grant focuses on programs and organizations that benefit children, youth, and families, particularly in the context of community and neighborhood development that impacts youth, and education. The grant prioritizes proposals that are innovative, carry an element of risk, yet are thoughtful and anticipatory. They should present clear, specific, and measurable goals that demonstrate quality, effectiveness, and good management, and include plans for long-range fund development beyond the initial grant period.