Identify a human services organization’s most fundamental philosophy or mission statement. explain why it is important

What is our business and what are we trying to accomplish on behalf of our customers?” (Direction, umbrella statement, purpose statement, scope of operation)

Purpose Statement

What a company is currently seeking to do for its customers is often termed the company’s mission. It answers the question “What is the company’s reason for existing?” A mission statement is a statement of the company’s purpose. A mission statement is useful for putting the spotlight on what business a company is presently in and the customer needs it is presently endeavoring to serve. A mission statement deals with the present and answers the question “What is our business and what are we trying to accomplish on behalf of our customers?” A mission statement is a logical vantage point from which to look down the road.