by Lindsay Jennings | Sep 19, 2025 | In the News, Lindsay's Update
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...
by Lindsay Jennings | Sep 5, 2025 | Lindsay's Update, News
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...
by Lindsay Jennings | Aug 22, 2025 | Lindsay's Update, News
Summer Sunset Over Orcas Island In these final weeks of summer, a common question we ask each other is “how has your summer been?” Often the answer includes a mix of exhaustion and joy, and a bit of sadness and excitement for the turning of the season. Summer is the...
by Lindsay Jennings | Aug 8, 2025 | Lindsay's Update, News
Musical Artist Delighting the Orcas Community Even in challenging times, the arts have a way of reminding us who we are as a community. They bring neighbors together, spark conversations, and open doors to new perspectives. They nourish our spirits when headlines feel...
by Lindsay Jennings | Jul 25, 2025 | Lindsay's Update, News
My dog Zoe enjoying the view of Crow Valley farmland Over and over again, we hear that nonprofits are feeling uncertain. Uncertain about funding, uncertain about policy changes, uncertain whether progress made will unravel, and uncertain about the ability to...
by Lindsay Jennings | Jul 15, 2025 | Lindsay's Update, News
I am so excited for local nonprofits to experience professional development opportunities like this one I attended last spring. For 30 years, the Orcas Island Community Foundation has focused on encouraging and supporting local philanthropy and strengthening...
