by Lindsay Jennings | Jul 4, 2026 | News
Last year’s 4th of July crowd at Village Green America’s 250th anniversary is a natural moment to reflect, not just on national history or politics, but on what we value closest to home. This community has long embodied something that is easy to...
by Lindsay Jennings | Jun 18, 2026 | News
Orcas Island is abuzz with activity as the summer season picks up, and it’s a jam-packed month at the Foundation as well, reflected in the news we share today. Last week, I had the honor of helping the Orcas Island High School senior class present the annual Youth...
by Lindsay Jennings | Jun 5, 2026 | News
Earlier this week, 52 nonprofit board members and staff gathered to bring fundraising into focus on Orcas Island. What may have been surprising to some, was that much of the workshop didn’t focus specifically on asking for donations. Successful nonprofits can’t, and...
by Lindsay Jennings | May 22, 2026 | News
On Orcas Island, each and every one of us plays a role in providing the seeds, soil, water, and sunlight needed to grow and sustain a high quality of life for all. Thank you for digging deep and nurturing the community together during Spring GiveOrcas! The bounty of...
by Lindsay Jennings | May 20, 2026 | News
GiveOrcas grantees are ready and equipped to make a real impact on Orcas Island. They’ve lined up the gardeners, prepped the soil, and are ready to dig in. They just need a final boost of community support to make their carefully designed plans possible. Taking care...
by Lindsay Jennings | May 15, 2026 | Lindsay's Update, News
We’re a few days into the Spring GiveOrcas campaign, and together we’re growing something beautiful on Orcas Island by helping local nonprofits to cultivate and sustain important programs that serve our community. Every gift helps. Yesterday alone, on Unique...
