Updates from the Foundation |
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Each corporate philanthropy investment, regardless of the size, grows the ripple of philanthropy created by our community. Thank you to Puget Sound Energy for your generous support of Whidbey Community Foundation and our Island.
Every donation to WCF helps us support over 270+ nonprofits that serve Whidbey Island through our grant programs, our training and development for nonprofits, and community forums.
We couldn’t do the work we do for Whidbey Island without the help of our generous community!
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June Totals
Over 79% funded! Between the tasty Cocktails for a Cause at Prima Bistro & Saltwater, the round-up program at The Goose and Goosefoot & WCF's loyal donors, together we raised over $26,000 in June for the Essential Needs Program – bringing our total to $99,350! Which means just over $25,000 left to raise in the final three weeks of our campaign!
Thank you to everyone who has donated thus far and for the community support – every dollar goes directly to local households in need. Learn more about our fundraiser and donate directly through the button below.
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Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association Seeking new Executive Director
The Executive Director leads the Coupeville Historic Waterfront Association, a Main Street Program and the Main Street Four Point Approach as an integral foundation for downtown economic development.
The Executive Director encourages public awareness of the program activities and acts as a liaison to all
committees, members and partner organizations. The Executive Director will serve as a full-time advocate for the downtown and as an authority and source for information, resources and activities related to the revitalization initiative. Most importantly, the Executive Director will be a positive role model, servant leader and coalition builder to maximize the impact of our efforts for the entire community of Coupeville.
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Washington Nonprofits is now Nonprofit Association of Washington!
Nonprofit Association of Washington (NAWA) is your state association. They’re your go-to organization for learning about nonprofit management and your best source for information, training, and resources. NAWA also brings together diverse groups from across the state to build a world where nonprofits are respected and valued for all the good we do in the community.
Over the last year, NAWA has updated their mission, vision, and values to better reflect how they help nonprofits like yours learn, advocate, and collaborate to make a real difference in the lives of the people we serve. Their new name, Nonprofit Association of Washington, literally puts nonprofits – you – first! And NAWA’s new identity matches the vibrancy of the broad network across the state and the scale of our shared ambition to make the world a better place.
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2022 Opportunity grants are now available!
Humanities Washington is excited to offer Opportunity Grants. These grants support statewide access to public humanities presentations and events, and are intended for small or rural organizations.
Organizations with projects led by and serving underrepresented groups are especially encouraged to apply. These groups include people who identify as Black, Indigenous, or people of color; young people (18-35); people who live in rural areas; people with disabilities; people who identify as immigrants or refugees; and people whose first (or only) language is not English; among others.
Intended to support public humanities presentations or events that clearly serve a Washington State audience.
Grants will be awarded from March to December 2022. Applications will be accepted until funds have been fully allocated.
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Upcoming Trainings & Events |
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Rural Nonprofit Gathering
Thursday, July 14, 2022
1:30PM - 3:00PM
A virtual gathering for nonprofit leaders who are working in rural parts of Washington state. Join Alex Panagotacos, Nonprofit Association of Washington's Director of Community Engagement, and Laura Pierce, Nonprofit Association of Washington's Executive Director, to network and connect. The conversation will inform Nonprofit Association of Washington's advocacy on behalf of rural nonprofits and future learning offerings.
FREE
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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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Forestry 101
Wednesday, July 20, 2022
5:30 pm
Have you ever wondered how to care for forested parts of your property? Join our Regional Forester, Stacey Dixon, for Forestry 101! Stacey will provide an ecological overview of forests on Whidbey Island and common forest health issues in the region. She will also share tips and resources for all landowners to improve the health of their forests and answer your specific questions.
FREE
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Nonprofit Tips, Tricks & Tech Tools
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50% off Zoom Licensing for TechSoup Members! After paying TechSoup's admin fee of $57, you will have access to a one-year subscription to a Zoom Meetings Pro or Business plan at 50% off its usual rates. LEARN MORE »
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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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Canva for Nonprofits has everything you need to create powerful marketing campaigns. Create social media posts, presentations, infographics, websites, reports, posters, flyers and signage. And they offer CanvaPro FREE to nonprofits. 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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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
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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