December 2021
Newsletter
Updates from the Foundation
2021 Impact Report

Our 2021 Impact Report celebrates the 5th anniversary of WCF–sharing stories of the power of philanthropy on Whidbey Island.

On behalf of the Whidbey Community Foundation, we hope you will continue to join us in recognizing our collective impact and the difference we can make together.
Open Call for WCF Board Candidates
Whidbey Community Foundation is growing and embracing the next stage of impact through relationships, trust, and community. It’s more vital than ever to have broad community participation and diverse voices at the table to help guide our grantmaking, steward the community funds entrusted to us, and lead our strategic work.

WCF is openly seeking community members to serve on our Board of Directors. This opportunity is a great way to inspire local philanthropy and support the Whidbey community you love. Please consider whether this may be a good fit for you, nominate yourself, and help us spread the word to your networks!

Applications due December 31, 2021.

Available for Purchase: Georgia Gerber Pewter Sculpture
The Holiday Sculpture Fund is a gift to our community from renowned sculptor Georgia Gerber and her husband, Randy Hudson.

If you would like to become a collector, or add to your growing collection, your donation will be made to Whidbey Community Foundation. Georgia and Randy will work with WCF to decide where to direct the proceeds.

Also available are the 2020 Three French Hens, the 2019 Dashing Turtle, the 2018 Sheepish Rabbit, and the 2017 Settling Owl.
New Opportunities
Survey on Nonprofit Workforce Shortage

Nationally, nonprofits employ more than 10% of America’s private workforce – more jobs than in manufacturing, construction, or finance. The work being done by local nonprofits helps our communities to thrive.

Please complete the brief form below to share the challenges your nonprofit is facing and the effects on the people you serve.
Join the Community Health Advisory Board!

The Island County Community Health Advisory Board (CHAB) is proud to be working with community stakeholders and Island County residents to promote health for Island County residents.

They are currently undergoing a process to be more equitable and representative of the unique community that is Island County and are seeking members with a shared vision for health for the county.

For more information including how to apply for membership, please visit their website
WCF End-of-Year Reception

Whidbey Community Foundation is planning to hold its Virtual Reception this year via Zoom. We invite all of our grantees, donors, and community partners to join us in celebrating our collective impact.

The program will begin at 3:30pm on Thursday, December 16.
Upcoming Trainings & Events
Goosefoot Business Workshops Return for the Fall

Coming Up Soon:

Graphic Design Basics
Thursday, December 9 | 6-8 pm

Get Started With Video
Saturday, December 11 | 10am-12 pm

Workshops will remain online via Zoom for now, so attendees can log in from their computer, tablet, or phone.

View more information and sign up below.

FREE
Nonprofit Open Office Hour: Volunteer Management in a Virtual World
Friday, December 17, 2021
12:00PM - 1:00PM
Hosted online by Washington Nonprofits

Join the Nonprofit Open Office Hour to get your nonprofit questions answered. Every month, Washington Nonprofits hosts an office hour on a different topic, providing an informal space to ask questions, receive expert guidance, and connect with more resources. Find support on practices you are working to implement and thought partnership to work through challenges.

The December office hour is all about Volunteer Management in a Virtual World! Drop in during the hour to get advice from experienced nonprofit volunteer managers.

FREE
What You Need to Know to Serve on a Nonprofit Board
Wednesday, January 12, 2022
5:00PM - 6:00PM
Free conference call via Washington Nonprofits

Have you been recruited to join a nonprofit board and are now wondering what the job is?
Have you been on a board for a while and want to look at your role with fresh eyes?
Executive Directors, do you have board members who you would like to orient to their new role?

You joined a board to make a difference. You care about its mission, you have skills to offer, and you want to make the most of your time. Now all you need is a clear sense of what the job is and how you can best fulfill it. If you are looking to be an effective board member, this call is for you.

Washington Nonprofits and the Office of the Secretary of State are partnering to bring this low-tech training to your phone so that anyone anywhere in the state can learn how to be an effective board member ready to deliver on your organization's mission. Led by nonprofit expert Pamela Oakes, you will gain a deeper understand for the five elements of effective board service:
  • Connecting your mission to a larger cause
  • Legal and fiduciary responsibilities
  • How to build a great board
  • Sustain a great board
  • Engage your board in fundraising.
You will learn about a larger set of free resources ready to be brought into the life of your organization.
You will have a chance to ask questions prior and during the conversation.

This is a conference call, no computer required.

FREE
Washington Nonprofit Corporation Act and Youth on Boards
Tuesday, January 18, 2022
12:00PM - 1:30PM
Hosted online through Washington Nonprofits

The statutes governing nonprofits in Washington are changing! During the 2021 Washington Legislative Session, SB 5034 was introduced and passed, modernizing the nonprofit statutes for the first time in 50 years. These changes have been a long time coming and a product of government, nonprofits, allies, and Legislators working together. Join this webinar to find out what has changed and what you need to know.

A major update to the Washington Nonprofit Corporation Act includes clearer provisions related to board governance, with specific language allowing youth to serve on boards. Join this webinar to find out more about youth board service outlined by the updated act.

FREE
Online Learning Anytime, Anywhere!
The Washington Nonprofit Institute is Washington Nonprofits’ learning website ready to provide anytime, anywhere nonprofit learning to organizations of all sizes. Whether you need a quick answer about bylaws or a full learning program for your board, we’ve created a collection of curated tools, videos, and archived webinars.
Support Whidbey Community Foundation

Whidbey Community Foundation envisions a more vibrant, healthy, and unified Whidbey Island community. Our mission is to improve the quality of life on Whidbey Island by providing support for the nonprofit sector, assisting donors to build and preserve enduring assets for charitable purposes, and meeting community needs through financial awards.

Your support fuels our ability to provide trainings and grants to Whidbey nonprofits, helping us grow into one of the most effective community foundations in Washington. 
Whidbey Community Foundation Board & Staff
Board of Directors

Sara Kelly, President
Nancy Conard, Vice President & Executive Director
Steve Shapiro, Treasurer/Secretary
Robin Hertlein
Bill Larsen
Jerry Millhon
Helen Price Johnson
George Saul
Staff

Jessie Gunn, Program Director
Maureen Rice, Program Assistant
www.WhidbeyFoundation.org 
 360-660-5041
 Info@WhidbeyFoundation.org