To improve the quality of life of all Rim Community mountain residents, especially low-income and disadvantaged individuals/families, those affected by disasters and/or unforeseen circumstances and to provide a model for future disasters. This is accomplished by:
(1) building a community of support.
(2) educating the community.
(3) participating in coalitions with other advocates.
(4) continuing to seek new resources and partnerships

The specific purpose of Hearts & Lives is to be a not-for-profit resource center that provides direct aid or referrals to other organizations for those affected by a disaster, natural or man-made, or by socio-economic circumstances in accordance with Internal Revenue Code Section 501 (c) 3.

http://www.heartsandlives.org