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Every Gift Matters
A heartfelt thank you to the 500+ community members who have given gifts that matter this week! As of this morning, we are nearly a third of the way to our collective giving goal of $371,391. CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR UNIQUE DONOR DAY WINNERS! 1st...
Give Orcas Is Here
Giving season is officially here, and we hope you consider giving local with GiveOrcas! The annual holiday collective giving campaign is now open and runs through Thursday, December 11 at www.giveorcas.org. Today is also Giving Tuesday, a world-wide celebration of...
From Giving Thanks to Giving Local
As I prepare to gather with family for Thanksgiving, I have profound gratitude for the simple, powerful act of neighbors helping neighbors. On our small island, I've witnessed countless moments of quiet generosity—a ride to a medical appointment, a warm meal...
Coming Together for Food Access + GiveOrcas Ahead
Over the past two weeks, we were able to mobilize resources to mitigate local impacts of the Government Shutdown, ensuring that Orcas residents who did not receive their SNAP benefits had the ability to purchase food for their families. Community members came together...
Supporting Food Access on Orcas Island
As the government shutdown continues, OICF has been in close communication with partners to mobilize resources and coordinate support as federal funding for critical programs like WIC and SNAP are threatened. These programs are essential to ensuring that all families,...
Expect the Unexpected
Please pardon the mess as repair work continues at OICF offices. Last week, I found out we had a big leak in the water line buried in our office building’s foundation, with no easy fix. Contractors, excavation crews, and plumbers mobilized quickly to trench a...
Looking into the Future
Looking into the horizon of OICF's future Next Wednesday, the OICF Board of Trustees will gather for a planning retreat to solidify our Foundation’s vision, mission, and values, and shape our strategic goals and priorities for the years ahead. We’re grateful for the...
Embracing the Equinox
Orcas apples are ready for fall, are you? The equinox is upon us, with plenty of fall gatherings and activities to look forward to. At OICF, the shift into the cozy, slower vibe of autumn means that applications for nonprofits to be included in the Holiday GiveOrcas...
Sharpen Your Pencils
An Annual Sign of Positivity and Resilience Whether you have kids back in school or not, September brings a shift on Orcas Island, with fewer visitors and lake days, and the opportunity to reconnect locally and plan for the cooler months ahead. It’s hard to believe a...
Help Shape Our Foundation’s Future
Let's Grow Something New Together Dear Orcas Island Community, The Orcas Island Community Foundation is embarking on an exciting strategic planning process to guide our work over the coming years, and we need your input to make it meaningful and impactful for...