Our Mission
Our Mission
Austin Sunshine Camps provides the magic of overnight camp without the barrier of cost.
Our Vision
We envision a world where all children have a place to grow, connect, and explore.
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Our Values
Action
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- We utilize data-driven strategies to plan to the best of our abilities.
- We take timely actions and calculated risks using available information.
- We are willing to change course as more information becomes available.
- We keep our word and follow deadlines that we commit to. We remain flexible when extenuating circumstances arise, and communicate our needs with others.
- We are transparent with our expectations and we hold each other accountable to achieving those expectations.
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Authenticity
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- We are honest stewards of the larger community and our stakeholders.
- We give feedback directly, respectfully, in a timely manner, and with a focus on solutions.
- We are open to feedback and improvement, and are willing to acknowledge our roles in conflicts and when we make mistakes.
- We hold ourselves accountable to building trust with others.
- We hold a genuine desire to get to know every person we interact with, even if the encounter is brief.
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Compassion
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- We assume positive intent and give others the benefit of the doubt.
- We hold ourselves accountable to the impact that our words and actions can have on others.
- We make an effort to understand others by asking questions and taking time to listen.
- We celebrate each other’s differences and unique strengths.
- We do not form cliques, but work to include everyone.
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Connection
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- We try to create a space where everyone who interacts with ASC feels a sense of belonging.
- We believe in the power of building relationships over time.
- We are present with one another in group settings, and ask for permission if we need to be less present.
- We pitch in as needed to support each other's work as a unified team, across and between departments, focusing on the greater good.
- We are visible and present in the larger community.
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Exploration
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- We lead with an open mind.
- We are curious about the world around us and the people in it.
- We encourage everyone to try new things and see the world from new perspectives.
- We provide diverse opportunities for internal and external discovery.
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Fun
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- We have a sense of humor.
- We find fun and joy in our work.
- We take time out of our busy schedules to celebrate, play, and be silly together.
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Growth
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- We give everyone the space to learn and to improve, even when things don’t go as planned.
- We have courageous conversations because we believe they may lead to the positive transformation of our organization or the wider community.
- We are committed to personal self growth and we commit to being on a path of lifelong learning.
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Our Strategic Plan
Our strategic plan will help to ensure our Austin roots stay around forever and that we can serve more kids with what we know works.
