To maintain an association of philanthropic individuals to raise, receive and administer gifts, endowments and bequests for and to support the goals and objectives of the Sloan Museum and the Longway Planetarium.

Our impact is felt every day through our mission: To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

To empower youth in West Michigan through educational and recreational experiences that promote social responsibility, encourage academic success, and support the development of healthy self-esteem. ​

To build a robust and nationally-recognized pipeline of under-represented students who, because of UNCF support, become highly-qualified college graduates and to ensure that our network of member institutions is a respected model of best practice in moving students to and through college.