Updates from the Foundation |
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Together We Raised Over $121,000! |
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Goosefoot Community Fund and Whidbey Community Foundation partnered together to raise over $121,000 for the Essential Needs Program, providing direct assistance to local households struggling from the impacts of the continued pandemic. Because of your generous donations, The Goose Grocer Roundup, and initial seed funding, we surpassed our collective goal of $100,000! With these contributions, we are able to provide immediate relief to community members in need. |
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Now it's time to get those dollars to households in need. How can YOU help?
We are asking that our fellow nonprofits and community organizations help spread the word to those they serve on Whidbey Island. This is an opportunity for all of us to continue working together to help improve our community.
WCF is actively working to promote this program both online and through flyer distribution across Whidbey. If you would like a hard copy, you can download a copy of the flyer below.
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Who is eligible?
- Households with a Whidbey Island zip code
- Household income is no more than 80% of area median income in Island County
- For a Single Household: up to $3,550/month
- For a Household of 4: up to $5,475/month
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How to access assistance?
- Call: 360-679-6577 ext: 2139 or 2135 please leave a detailed message
- Mention the "Whidbey Island Essential Needs Program" when working with staff to determine needs and eligibility
- Connect with Opportunity Council Online
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Giving back is good for business.
Whidbey Community Foundation is supported by a broad base of individuals, families, corporations, and institutions all connected by the desire to improve our Island.
With our growing portfolio of funds, WCF acts as a center for charitable giving to the community. This means we can support the arts, advance conservation efforts, expand literacy, improve health, promote early learning, and support other meaningful causes on Whidbey Island.
But we couldn’t do the work we do for Whidbey Island without the help of our generous community!
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Elementary Educator Resource Workshop
Tuesday, October 5, 2021
4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
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Elementary Educator Resource Workshop
Thursday, October 7, 2021
3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
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An interactive workshop to learn about digital resources and partnership opportunities available through Sno-Isle Libraries. Educators who attend this program will discover how to:
- Access and use relevant Sno-Isle Libraries digital and print resources to support elementary curriculum and enhance student learning.
- Connect and partner with Sno-Isle Libraries to build a collaborative learning community and offer public library services to students.
Washington state clock hours are available for these classes.
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Upcoming Trainings & Events |
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Shaping the Nonprofit Employee Experience in a Digital Age
Wednesday, October 13, 2021
11:00AM - 12:00PM
As we begin to settle into our post-pandemic reality, nonprofits must reshape their hiring and onboarding strategies in order to thrive in an increasingly virtual world. While the process of overhauling your recruitment and onboarding procedures may seem daunting, how you choose to nurture that new hire relationship is critical to the success of both the organization and the employee.
This webinar will address the latest innovative strategies for interviewing and hiring best-fit job candidates while showcasing your brand and culture. And whether your staff is in the office or working from home, you’ll discover how to streamline your onboarding processes and craft an engaging employee experience.
FREE
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Finding Grants with Foundation Directory Online
Thursday, October 14, 2021
10:00AM - 11:00AM
Looking for grants for your nonprofit?
This virtual class will provide an overview of how to look for grants using Foundation Directory Online. FDO is the most comprehensive prospect research tool for fundraisers, with nearly 200,000 grantmaker profiles.
NOTE: This class is for nonprofit organizations looking for funding. It is not geared to individuals seeking grants.
FREE
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Updating Your Nonprofit Profile on Guidestar
Wednesday, October 27, 2021
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
You have the power to choose what tens of millions of potential donors see about your organization by earning a 2021 GuideStar Seal of Transparency.
Learn how updating your Nonprofit Profile on GuideStar will grow your organization’s online identity and share your full story with GuideStar’s 10 million annual users as well as millions more through our 200+ partner sites, including AmazonSmile, Facebook, and Network for Good.
In this virtual training, we will walk you through every step in claiming your GuideStar profile and earning a Platinum Seal of Transparency, GuideStar’s highest form of recognition.
- Learn why you should claim your Guidestar profile
- Know what each Seal level signifies to funders and individual donors
- Earn a 2021 Seal of Transparency
FREE
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Goosefoot Business Workshops Return for the Fall |
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Coming Up Soon:
Intro to Instagram
Tuesday, October 5 | 1-3 pm
Facebook Advanced
Tuesday, November 9 | 1-3 pm
Instagram Advanced
Tuesday, November 16 | 1-3 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
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Rural Nonprofit Gathering
Wednesday, November 10, 2021
1:30PM - 3:00PM
A virtual gathering for nonprofit leaders who are working in rural parts of Washington state. Join Alex Panagotacos, Washington Nonprofit's Director of Community Engagement, and Laura Pierce, Washington Nonprofit's Executive Director, to network and connect. Our conversation will inform Washington Nonprofits' advocacy on behalf of rural nonprofits and future learning offerings.
All interested persons working in nonprofits or community groups in rural parts of Washington are encouraged to attend. Please help us spread the word.
FREE
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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.
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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.
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Whidbey Community Foundation Board & Staff |
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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
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Staff
Jessie Gunn, Program Director
Maureen Rice, Program Assistant
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www.WhidbeyFoundation.org |
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Info@WhidbeyFoundation.org |
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