Mission Statement of the St. Mark's Cathedral Foundation

• The St. Mark's Cathedral Foundation
  • Foundation Board Members and Officers
  • Mission Statement, Ethical Principles
  • Foundation Committees
  • Endowed Funds Managed by the Foundation
• Planned Giving

St. Mark's Episcopal Cathedral is an icon of faith in Western Washington. Long known as the "Holy Box," Saint Mark's is home to an active parish and several related non-profit organizations, and has served as the "cathedra" or seat of the bishop for the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia since 1926. Saint Mark's provides sacred common ground, two performance venues, and a non-sectarian gathering place for the broader community.

To ensure a safe, environmentally responsible, and inspirational setting for these good works, the St. Mark's Cathedral Foundation raises and manages capital and endowment funds. We honor the past and embrace the future by seeking to preserve and enhance this revered cathedral's buildings and grounds.

 

Statement of Ethical Principles

Preamble

In accordance with the Mission Statement of the St. Mark’s Cathedral Foundation, the following statement of ethical principles shall guide us in our relationship with our constituents.

Statement of Ethical Principles

• The Directors’ relationship with Saint Mark’s Cathedral is central to the mission of the St. Mark’s Cathedral Foundation.
• The Directors shall seek to maintain the principles of trust, respect, accountability, and dedication to excellence in carrying out the mission.
• The Directors shall comply with the intent of each donor and take the steps necessary to ensure the principles stated in the Gift Acceptance Policy are followed.
• The Directors shall honor the confidential nature of all discourse with donors and potential donors to assure their privacy and interests are well served.
• The Directors shall act in accordance with its Conflict of Interest Policy.
• The Directors shall be responsible stewards of received funds and prudent fiduciaries in the management of those funds.
• The Directors shall be accountable for all actions in accordance with the Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws and Policies of the Foundation.