- LOVE — The motivating power for everything we do is love. Love is action, not feeling. It means putting others first. Love is our bridge to the other side.
- FAMILY — We are a family. All lasting happiness in life is based on our capacity for connection. Most suffering is from the lack of true family.
- HOPE — We are living evidence that everyone’s future is not limited by their past. We live in hope, not history.
- 200% ACCOUNTABILITY — We are all responsible for creating the Village. We shoulder that responsibility every day by living the standard we agree to and helping those around us to live them as well.
- GROWTH — We refuse to accept the discrimination of low expectations. We believe that everyone has the capacity to grow and contribute. Growth means unlearning old ways. Growth cannot be forced, it has to be chosen.
- EACH ONE TEACH ONE — Our individual growth as well as our Village strength comes through teaching and learning. We believe that when A helps B, A gets better.
- PRIDE IN WORK —Taking pride in our work is a powerful expression of self-respect. Work is a fundamental principle of happiness. We create our own sense of dignity. We work together to create the homes, lives, and Village we choose.
- SELF-RELIANCE — We are self-reliant not by going it alone, but by giving more than we take.
- FAITH FRIENDLY — We support each other in any beliefs that help our Neighbors lead a healthier and more connected life. We invite all to bring who they are to our family in a way that inspires us.