by Hilary Canty | Jul 1, 2018 | Hilary's Update
Human resources are really our most valuable resources as every nonprofit on the island relies on the efforts of a volunteer board to guide and support their work. A skilled board is critical for the growth and development of the many programs that serve Orcas. Board...
by Hilary Canty | Jun 22, 2018 | Hilary's Update
Hang onto your hat, as Orcas dives deep and the festivities ramp up. The Solstice Parade is June 23, high noon, starting in front of the Odd Fellows Hall. This is the 20th year for this happy island tradition and a great example of what can happen when a few...
by Hilary Canty | Jun 15, 2018 | Hilary's Update
Work on the Urner Street building is fully underway. Ken Katz and his crew have replaced almost all of the windows and will start painting soon. New heating systems go in within the month and the roof will be replaced in August. When the work is all done, OICF will...
by Hilary Canty | Jun 8, 2018 | Hilary's Update
The 2018 Prosperity Report has been released. The report, conducted by the Whatcom Opportunity Council, provides analysis of the findings of a 2017 survey of people living at in poverty in several counties including San Juan. The WOC conducts this survey every three...
by Hilary Canty | May 25, 2018 | Hilary's Update
Give Orcas 2018 is a wrap! Thanks to all who contributed, we set a new Partner in Philanthropy record, with 377 individuals this year (up from 276 in 2017) and fully funded 14 of the 20 proposals, distributing $234,000. A complete list of grants can be seen in the...
