Every Gift Matters

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

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...
Expect the Unexpected

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 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...
Embracing the Equinox

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...
With A Little Help from Our Friends

With A Little Help from Our Friends

For Immediate Release 11/16/2020 Contact: Hilary Canty (hilary@oicf.us) As we enter into a new month of restrictions due to Covid, it is a good time to review what services are available on Orcas and how we as a community can help support each other through this...