Updates From the Foundation |
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Together, Making A Difference
This past month, Whidbey Community Foundation's Board & Staff came together at the Pacific Rim Institute in Coupeville for a full-day retreat. We reflected on our organization's accomplishments, where we can improve, and our vision for the next 3 years. It was an energizing day, with big-picture thinking about the ways philanthropy and our community can realize a thriving and resilient island, now and into the future. We are excited to share with you our Strategic Plan in the coming months!
In partnership,
Jessie Gunn, Executive Director
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Thank you to the Pacific Rim Institute for continued use of their beautiful Granary Room which is available for rent.
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Center for Rest & Restoration Awarded Community Learning Grant from Group Health Foundation
Congratulations to the Center for Rest & Restoration, one of 79 organizations from across Washington that will each receive up to $225,000 in core funding over the next 3 years from Group Health Foundation.
The Center for Rest & Restoration is a newly formed organization, led by and for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) living on South Whidbey. Their mission is to center their energy, attention, and resources on BIPOC joy, safety, healing, and liberation, nurturing a thriving community connected to each other and connected to our empowerment. The Center for Rest & Restoration is a charitable program fiscally sponsored by the Whidbey Community Foundation.
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We would also like to congratulate the Whidbey Homeless Coalition on their Community Learning Grant as well. Whidbey Homeless Coalition is a smaller homeless-focused organization meeting needs across Whidbey Island where services require significant additional work and consideration. They have an analysis of systems that is beyond a typical service-only organization and are building a system to eliminate the significant barriers experienced by homeless folks in rural areas.
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We did it, Whidbey!
Thanks to the incredibly generous donations of our community, WCF and Goosefoot met and surpassed our goal by raising $125,195.06 to keep our neighbors housed, keep them working and help them through emergency.
Whether you donated directly, rounded up at the The Goose Community Grocer, had a Cocktail for a Cause at Prima Bistro or Saltwater Fish House and Oyster Bar or just helped spread the word – we thank you for helping to support Whidbey residents through the 2nd Annual Fundraiser for the Essential Needs Program! Your donations support basic needs like child care subsidies, utilities, rental assistance and transportation costs, administered directly to local households by Opportunity Council- Island County Service Center.
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Upcoming Trainings & Events |
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Finance Unlocked for Nonprofits
Thursday, October 20th
12:00pm-1:30pm
We each have our own experiences with finance that may stir up excitement, mixed feelings, or uneasiness. These feelings can shape how we approach our relationship to nonprofit finance. Approaching nonprofit finance in a welcoming way, the Finance Unlocked for Nonprofits virtual workshop aims to help unlock your financial literacy. From key words and forms to understanding how everything fits together, you will increase your basic nonprofit finance knowledge.
FREE
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Rural Nonprofit Gathering
Thursday, October 20th
1:30pm-3:00pm
A virtual gathering for nonprofit leaders who are working in rural parts of Washington state. Join Laura Pierce, Nonprofit Association of Washington’s Executive Director, to network and connect. These conversations will inform NAWA’s 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 spread the word.
FREE
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Human Resources Gathering
Tuesday, October 25th
12:00pm-1:15pm
Keeping workers safe and healthy is an important part of human resources, and we know accidents can happen in the workplace. Are you ready to address an accident or injury when one occurs? Do you have questions about workers’ compensation and supporting employees in returning to work? Based on feedback from participants at our last HR Gathering, we are focusing this session on safety and health, workers’ compensation, and early return to work.
The HR Gathering is for those who currently work in human resources or similar roles in the nonprofit sector. We invite those whose work focuses on HR to come together to learn, exchange information, and support each other. Whether you work in a HR department or support HR in another capacity, this gathering is for you!
FREE
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LGBTQ+ Executive Director Gathering
Wednesday, October 26th
3:00pm-5:00pm
It’s time to get together again for the twice-yearly LGBTQ+ ED Gathering!
The LGBTQ+ Executive Directors Gathering offers a chance for people in the leadership seat at their organization to come together for mutual support and learning. At present, they are continuing to meet online.
This gathering is for nonprofit EDs in Washington state who identify as LGBTQ+ and/or lead an LGBTQ+ community organization. Please help us spread the word to people in these roles.
FREE
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Tell Your Story: Reach Donors Using Your Free Candid Profile
Tuesday, November 1
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Learn how to claim your nonprofit’s Candid profile and earn Seals of Transparency to amplify your nonprofit’s work and connect with potential supporters.
Outcomes:
- Identify how your nonprofit benefits from claiming its Candid profile and earning Seals of Transparency
- Claim your nonprofit's free Candid profile
- Earn a Bronze Seal in a few simple steps
- Plan to earn higher-level Seals of Transparency (Silver, Gold, and Platinum) and keep them
- Collect and share demographic data about your organization’s leadership
- Amplify your organization’s story using its Candid profile
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Tell Your Story: Reach Donors Using Your Free Candid Profile
On-demand, self-paced training
Estimated time to complete this course: 1 hour
Donors need information to guide giving decisions. They look to Candid as a credible source - tell your nonprofit’s story with your Candid profile. Earn your Seal of Transparency to build credibility, enabling your organization to get noticed by millions of potential donors.
FREE
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Land Stewardship 101
WICD is hosting a series of Webinars devoted to the most requested topics for conservation assistance from our Whidbey Island community.
These webinars will provide in depth education, hands on tips and tricks, and dedicated time for question and answers with our trained staff members. As part of your registration for each event, you'll have the opportunity to ask questions ahead as well so they can share specially tailored material.
Afterwards, they'll post videos from the presentations online so that you may refer back at any time. This is an ongoing series so check back often for updates on upcoming events through out the year.
FREE
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Nonprofit Tips, Tricks & Tech Tools
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2022 Candid Seals of Transparency are here! Jumpstart your 2022 fundraising with a new Seal! LEARN MORE »
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Communities Rise and the King County Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division have partnered to offer pro-bono legal services for nonprofit organization. LEARN MORE »
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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
Nancy Conard, President
Helen Price Johnson, Vice President
Steve Shapiro, Treasurer/Secretary
Robin Hertlein
Sara Kelly
Bill Larsen
Aisha Mayfield
Jerry Millhon
Ansel Santosa
George Saul
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Staff
Jessie Gunn, Executive Director
Maureen Rice, Program Assistant
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www.WhidbeyFoundation.org |
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Info@WhidbeyFoundation.org |
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