110 Boston Street / Salem, MA 01970 / Phone: 978.744.7905 / Fax: 978.740.9145

Our Values

We have developed these values statements as standards to strengthen our capacity to achieve our mission. These standards should align our decision-making and our relationships with clients, partners, colleagues, Board and staff.

Shorthand phrase What it means
A lasting difference We engage in activities that result in lasting improvement in the lives of children and families.
Respect and care Meeting our mission depends on building and sustaining effective relationships with partners within and outside Children’s Friend. Our relationships are our most precious assets. We approach every relationship with respect and care.
Openness to change We seek and value the views of all of our partners – clients, purchasers, vendors, internal and external colleagues, collaborators.
Responsibility and accountability Every employee, volunteer and Board member is entrusted by the organization, on behalf of children and families, with important responsibilities, choices and resources.
Learning In striving to better serve our clients, constant learning is necessary.
Children's Friend in action.