DRF efforts target four areas of focus. Successful grant requests will reflect these outcomes:
Economic Transformation to develop a rising standard of living, including increased income, assets, and economic security across the region.
Educational Attainment to ensure that educational readiness, in-school achievement, and post-secondary success are the regional norm.
Health and Wellness to produce "healthy people in healthy communities."
Community Engagement to build deep civic support for community innovations and to broaden and deepen the leadership base.