Vision, Mission & Values

Vision

Along with natural wonder, innovative business and vibrant culture, the Puget Sound region is defined by informed citizens engaged with their leaders in effective democracy.

Mission

CityClub informs, connects and engages citizens to evaluate complex issues, make sound judgments and contribute to solutions that address issues vital to our region.

Values

Passionate Non-Partisanship

• Opportunities to evaluate diverse perspectives on issues vital to our region
  

Leader Access and Accountability

• Active exchange among citizens, leaders, experts and policy-makers to facilitate citizen influence and leader accountability

Diverse People and Ideas

• Civic dialogue reflects the community—across political ideology, race, professional and cultural background, generation and class

Respectful Civic Discourse

• Creating open, respectful space that cultivates fair, authentic and lively debate

Convening, Collaboration, Connection

• Building bridges that connect people and ideas to address critical regional issues

Engaged Citizens

• Serving as a recognized advocate and monitor of citizen engagement

Description

CityClub presents 35-40 public affairs programs each year featuring almost 100 leaders and newsmakers from around the region and across the nation.

Topics include

• Global and regional business & economic affairs
• Public policy & election debates, leadership & civic engagement
• Social services, health care & education
• Environment transportation & development
• Philanthropy & community responsibility
• Media, technology & telecommunications
• Arts, cultural affairs, leisure & sports
  

CityClub is supported through membership dues, fundraising activities, individual donations, sponsorships and special events. We are a 501(c)(3) educational nonprofit organization.