The focus areas of the Self Family Foundation are deeply rooted in the values of founder James C. Self and his son, Jim, who believed that a community was only as strong and prosperous as the individuals who lived in it. During his nearly 40 years as chairman of the Foundation’s board, Jim Self shaped the Foundation’s work by continually asking questions and seeking solutions to solve problems. Today, this work has evolved into two primary focus areas, education and community wellness, and a secondary focus on arts, culture and history.