Creating a Mission Statement

Mission Statement Formation
1. A mission statement provides a clear indication of who we are, what we are doing or should be doing it.

2. Ask the following questions when formulating a mission statement;

a. What: What are we currently doing? However, look to what might be, and not just what is currently happening.
b. Who: Mission requires a clear identification of what portion of the potential audience is to be targeted. Cannot meet the needs of all the people.
c. How: How will the mission be accomplished?

Mission Statements
A mission statement of who you are, whom you serve, and how you serve them.

A mission statement should be clear enough to serve as a test of every action made by the organization at any time.

A good mission statement is short, no more than two sentences. If it is too long, people cannot remember it. A mission is the brief answer to the question, "Well, what exactly is your organization?"

Sample Mission Statements

• Satellite Senior Homes serves low and moderate income elderly of all races, creeds, and colors, by providing quality subsidized housing and services to support and maintain a high quality of life.
  

• The Volunteers-In-Partnership committee strengthens the partnership between Oregon State University service and volunteers. VIP supports and provides direction to Extension volunteer managers by coordinating and providing training, resources and recognition.
  

• The Oregon State University Extension Service educates Oregonians by delivering research-based, objective information to help them solve problems, develop leadership, and manage resources wisely.
  

• Our mission is to improve security, health and quality of life for the people of Marion County thorough excellence in public service.

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