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Strategic Plan

Strategic Plan

A world where coaching is integral to transforming societies.

ICF Foundation Governance

Board of Trustees

Council of Ambassadors

Staff

ICF Organizational Values

Professionalism

We commit to a coaching mindset and professional quality that encompasses responsibility, respect, integrity, competence, and excellence.

Collaboration

We commit to develop social connection and community building.

Humanity

We commit to being humane, kind, compassionate, and respectful toward others.

Equity

We commit to use a coaching mindset to explore and understand the needs of others so we can practice equitable processes at all times that create equality for all.

Strategic Plan

The ICF Foundation supports the 2026-2029 ICF Strategic Plan.

Vision Statement: A world where coaching empowers people and societies to thrive.

Mission Statement: Advancing coaching standards, excellence, and impact worldwide.

ICF Strategic Focus Areas

To guide our work, we concentrate on three strategic focus areas. Together, these focus areas ensure we grow responsibly, operate effectively, and continue elevating the profession worldwide.

ICF Strategic Focus Areas
Sustainable Growth & Impact

Drive sustainable growth in coaching while demonstrating social impact.

Organizational Development & Excellence

Align and modernize ICF governance, systems, infrastructure, and talent and people management practices to continue building a high-performing, future-focused organization.

Coaching Excellence & Value

Set the standard for world-class coaching and stakeholder benefit, leading with coaching credentials and education.

Foundation Priorities

Fundraising

Scholarships

Impact Projects

Global Purpose

To harness the power of coaching to increase positive social change.

To build awareness about the power of coaching to change the world.

To provide measurement and data that proves social impact.

Every gift creates meaningful impact.

Every gift creates meaningful impact.

“I give to the ICF Foundation because the work is completely aligned with my life purpose, my aspirations, and my raison d’etre. This work is important for so many reasons and I am honored to be a part of our growing society of trained coaches.”
— Frances Berry, PCC (Australia)

Support our efforts by considering a financial donation. Join the ICF Foundation Society or become a corporate sponsor today!

Frances Berry, PCC (Australia)