MISSION, VISION, VALUES
MISSION, VISION, VALUES
Slingshot is a poverty-fighting center of influence that’s igniting a movement to revolutionize the way we fight poverty.
VISION
Our vision is for all Memphians, regardless of social or economic circumstances, to have equitable opportunities for personal and economic success.
MISSION
Our mission is to ignite a movement that revolutionizes the way we fight poverty in Memphis.
VALUES
Empathy – We humbly seek to connect, inquire, and listen to those we work with in order to understand and respect their unique challenges and needs.
Equity – We embrace an inclusive approach and value diverse perspectives based on their merit, not the background or identity of the contributor.
Objectivity – We endeavor to remain free from bias and external influence by letting the evidence guide our conclusions.
Rigor – We strive to produce the most accurate and highest-quality work because we understand that it influences the quality of people’s lives.
Transparency – We commit to being candid and openly sharing evidence-based insights, even when they may challenge or conflict with prevailing beliefs.
Urgency – We don’t hold back as we relentlessly pursue opportunities, and invest resources, in ways that accelerate poverty-fighting benefits.
