MISSION
By investing in people through academic scholarships and supporting capital projects of local organizations, the William G. and Marie Selby Foundation looks beyond what is and enables change for what can be.
DESCRIPTION
The Selby Foundation Core Values
1) Humanity: The Selbys demonstrated that they cared for and about people in general, and especially for those known to them. They cared about equal opportunity for all. They believed that regular acts of kindness, no matter how great or small, do make a difference in the world.
2) Humility: The Selbys lived simply, quietly, modestly, and below their means. They did not seek recognition or fanfare in their lives or as a result of their charitable giving.
3) Social Responsibility: The Selbys believed in educating others to provide them with better opportunities to improve their lives and the lives of others. They believed in taking care of one’s community, especially Sarasota County and the surrounding counties.
4) Innovation: The Selbys looked for opportunities to bring about positive change in their community and were willing to invest in new methods, ideas, or products to bring about that positive change.
5) Stewardship: The Foundation was established to reduce the Selbys’ substantial tax burden on their assets. The professionals they chose whether legal, accounting or banking, were individuals known to the Selbys and they maintained the ability to retain or terminate them according to the needs/goals of the Foundation. The Selbys expected reasonable fees for all services. The Foundation was to be administratively operated in accordance with established best practices and financial standards, and it was organized to maintain its independence and the ability to direct its future. The Foundation was clearly established to be maintained in perpetuity.
SERVICES/PROGRAMS
The Selby Foundation invests in young leaders with renewable scholarships and in local nonprofits with capital support. The Shelby Foundation specializes in supporting local area non-profits with capital grants. Capital grants support the construction, acquisition and/or renovation of facilities, as well as the purchase of equipment or software. They may also include the costs of related technical services (legal, architectural, engineering, etc.). Non-profit organizations are required to be primarily located in Charlotte, DeSoto, Manatee or Sarasota Counties. For more information, contact EPower@SelbyFdn.org.
