Opportunities to Connect & Engage

Opportunities to Connect & Engage

Yesterday’s fire in Friday Harbor (Photo: Kevin Ranker, Orcas Island EMS Student)   Yesterday’s fire on San Juan Island was devastating for so many.  The Economic Development Council has launched a fund to support those affected.  Contributions can be...
The 2020 Results are In!

The 2020 Results are In!

The fog hanging in Crow Valley in the morning   The results of the CF Insights Columbus Survey for 2020 have been released. OICF is ranked #1 out of 207 community foundations nationally for per capita gifts with a rate of $1,266.  That represents an annual...
Up, Up, and Away!

Up, Up, and Away!

Bob Waunch looking over the flight simulator in use   I had the pleasure of attending the ribbon cutting for the Airhawks flight simulator this past weekend.  What an amazing machine and what a lovely experience.  The simulator will be used to supplement...
Spring has sprung

Spring has sprung

Lum Farm lambs (Photo by Jenn Staplin)   It is the season of renewal.  Baby lambs are prancing in the fields, daffodils are opening up in the rain, and the trees are starting to bud out.  I suspect that you, like me, are ready to start branching out as well. It...
Ready to Serve

Ready to Serve

Poster in the Volk Room at OICF   Ready to Serve! Have you ever considered joining a nonprofit Board? Board service is a wonderful way to support causes you care about, meet new people, and connect the community.  With over 100 local nonprofits, there are many...