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Below is a list of all Orcas Island Community Foundation (OICF) and community funds accepting donations year-round. Please select a fund below to get started. Your generous contribution helps build a stronger community and effect lasting change where it's needed most.


Monthly & Recurring Gifts
You may set up a recurring monthly, quarterly, or annual gift by selecting a fund below. After your initial gift, subsequent donations will be processed within the first five business days of each month.


Ways to Give
Contributions by check or grants from other foundations or donor-advised funds are welcome. Send funds to OICF, PO Box 1496, Eastsound, WA 98245. Learn more about all the ways to give on our website.


OICF is a 501c3 nonprofit corporation, EIN: 91-1680527. 

If you have any questions, please contact us at 360-376-6423 or email info@oicf.us.

Thank you for your generosity!

OICF Cornerstone

OICF Cornerstone

Support our mission with an annual gift of $1,000 or more and become a Community Cornerstone!
OICF Foundation Fund

OICF Foundation Fund

Support our mission and programs with a gift to OICF.
Partners in Philanthropy (PIP)

Partners in Philanthropy (PIP)

Contributions to this fund will be allocated by the OICF Grants Committee during GiveOrcas campaigns to ensure the highest priority needs are fully funded. You are the key to the Orcas tradition of neighbors helping neighbors!
OICF Endowment

OICF Endowment

Contribute to OICF's community endowment to enhance and preserve the quality of life on Orcas Island in perpetuity.
OICF Community Emergency Response Fund (CERF)

OICF Community Emergency Response Fund (CERF)

This fund ensures essential support is available to the Orcas community during times of crisis and emergencies. As of November 1, 2025, OICF will mobilize funding to support food access programs due to the impacts of the government shutdown. To help build resiliency and ensure basic needs are met for all islanders, gifts to CERF will help the Foundation continue to provide support at this time, and in the future.
OICF Hilary Canty Leadership Fund

OICF Hilary Canty Leadership Fund

To support Leadership Development at nonprofit organizations on Orcas Island.
OICF Community Dental Fund

OICF Community Dental Fund

To support access to dental care for all Orcas residents.
OICF Marilyn Anderson Excellence

OICF Marilyn Anderson Excellence

Supporting Excellence in Orcas Nonprofits.
OICF The Hive Fund

OICF The Hive Fund

To support The Hive's mission of connecting younger islanders with philanthropic opportunities and leadership.
Animal Protection Society (Endowment)

Animal Protection Society (Endowment)

Animal Protection Society Endowment Fund
Animal Protection Society Unrestricted

Animal Protection Society Unrestricted

To support day-to-day operations of the animal shelter.
Chamber of Commerce Festivities Fund

Chamber of Commerce Festivities Fund

To support the Chamber of Commerce Festivities and Celebrations on Orcas Island.
Community Heat Pump Program

Community Heat Pump Program

To raise funds for free and reduced heat pump installations for community members.
Cristine Chandler Family Memorial Fund

Cristine Chandler Family Memorial Fund

In memory of Cristine Chandler to support charitable activities.
Deer Harbor 3rd of July Fireworks Fund

Deer Harbor 3rd of July Fireworks Fund

To support the 3rd of July Fireworks Show
Dickenson/Stamnes Memorial

Dickenson/Stamnes Memorial

To support the Orcas Island Skate Park.
Early Childhood Education Initiative ECEI Designated

Early Childhood Education Initiative ECEI Designated

We strive to provide all of Orcas Island’s youngest students permanent access to high quality pre-school education.
Eastsound Fireworks Fund

Eastsound Fireworks Fund

The Eastsound Fireworks Fund collects donations for the July 4th fireworks in Eastsound.
Exchange Zero Waste Fund

Exchange Zero Waste Fund

To support the ongoing mission of the Exchange.
Friends of the Farmers Market

Friends of the Farmers Market

To support the operations of the Orcas Island Farmers Market.
Funhouse Commons Endowment

Funhouse Commons Endowment

To provide a safe and enjoyable gathering place for Orcas youth.
Healing Arts Center Fund

Healing Arts Center Fund

To maintain and improve our historic building as a space for holistic healthcare.

Henigson Funhouse Scholarship Fund

This fund shall be used to support college scholarships. Each year, a committee appointed by the Funhouse Commons will select a student from the graduating class of the Orcas Island School District to receive an $10,000 scholarship, renewable for three additional years based on student eligibility.

Horowitz Fine Arts Fund

To promote the arts on Orcas Island.

Hughes Family Endowment Fund

To support nonprofit programs serving Orcas Island.

Island Allies of Indigenous Lifeways

Island Rides - Orcas

Island Rides - Orcas

Donations to the Island Rides Orcas fund support our free ride service for residents in need on Orcas Island.

Jake White Scholarship Fund: Sail Orcas

To support Sail Orcas participants who need subsidies to participate in club activities and travel, including covering fees and equipment costs.
Kaleidoscope Forest School Fund

Kaleidoscope Forest School Fund

Help Kaleidoscope pay off our Forest School mortgage.
Kaleidoscope Operations Fund

Kaleidoscope Operations Fund

Help Kaleidoscope fulfill their mission to " provide safe, affordable, high quality, consistent preschool and childcare services while supporting the families of Orcas Island."
Kids and Canoes Fund

Kids and Canoes Fund

The purpose of the Museum's Kids and Canoes program is to bring indigenous culture, education, and events into our schools and the wider Orcas community.
Library: Chantiny Memorial Fund

Library: Chantiny Memorial Fund

In memory of Rosalie Chantiny, this fund supports the purchase of books, DVDs, audiobooks and ebooks
Library: Doris M Brain Orcas Island Library Fund

Library: Doris M Brain Orcas Island Library Fund

In memory of Doris Brain, this fund prioritizes the purchasing of literature, poetry and biography.
Library: Friends of Orcas Island Library

Library: Friends of Orcas Island Library

Friends of the Orcas Island Library (FOIL) is a nonprofit supporting our library through fundraising, events, and community resources.
Library: Glidden Family Library Fund

Library: Glidden Family Library Fund

To support the Orcas Island Public Library general collections and acquisitions
Library: Gropper Memorial Fund

Library: Gropper Memorial Fund

In memory of Gladys Gropper, this fund supports the purchase of books, DVDs, audiobooks and ebooks.
Library: Ken Gibbs Memorial Fund for Youth Science Education

Library: Ken Gibbs Memorial Fund for Youth Science Education

In memory of Ken Gibbs, this fund supports the development of youth science collections and programs.
Library: Lundeen Book Fund

Library: Lundeen Book Fund

The Betty Lundeen book fund provides revenue for the purchase of books.
Library: Moran Memorial Fund

Library: Moran Memorial Fund

In memory of Melissa E. Moran, this fund provides revenue to the library for any aspects of library collections and service
Library: Orcas Island Library Diversity

Library: Orcas Island Library Diversity

This fund is used to purchase materials and resources in support of human diversity.
Library: Orcas Island Public Library Endowment

Library: Orcas Island Public Library Endowment

This fund provides revenue to the library for any aspects of library collections and service.
Library: Park Endowment Fund

Library: Park Endowment Fund

This endowment provides funds for the care and maintenance of the Library Park landscape.
Library: Schwarz Childrens Book Fund

Library: Schwarz Childrens Book Fund

The Ginny Schwarz book fund provides revenue for the purchase of children's books.
Library: Stupke Fund

Library: Stupke Fund

The Dean and Audrey Stupke Fund for Collection Development supports all aspects of the library collection
LIFT (Local Immigrant Family Treasury)

LIFT (Local Immigrant Family Treasury)

LIFT is devoted to keeping SJI immigrant families together. LIFT provides information to immigrants regarding legal rights and obligations; emergency legal assistance; and education regarding various opportunities relating to immigration.
MAG Joyce Burghardt Excellence in Music Fund

MAG Joyce Burghardt Excellence in Music Fund

Motivating musical achievement and excellence beyond the classroom for Orcas Island School District students, this fund pays for transformative musical experiences such as auditioned competitions and concerts.
MAG Music Advocacy Group Fund

MAG Music Advocacy Group Fund

Advocating for and sustaining the Orcas Island public school music program because School Music Matters!
Marian A Berdan Scholarship Fund

Marian A Berdan Scholarship Fund

Scholarship fund in memory of Marian A Berdan.
Mercy Flight Fund / Orcas Aviation Association

Mercy Flight Fund / Orcas Aviation Association

Orcas Aviation Association works to foster a safe and robust local aviation community while serving the community through the Mercy Flights program as well as an annual aviation scholarship.
Neighbor to Neighbor Shelter

Neighbor to Neighbor Shelter

To support the operational needs of running the Neighbor to Neighbor shelter.
OICMF: Anders Concert Sponsorship

OICMF: Anders Concert Sponsorship

This fund shall be used to sponsor two OICMF concerts annually: (1) the final concert in the summer festival and (2) the Deer Harbor Hamlet Concert
OICMF: Anders Staff Support Fund

OICMF: Anders Staff Support Fund

This fund shall be used as needed to secure OICMF payroll expenses.
OICMF: Anita's Volunteer & Local Support Fund

OICMF: Anita's Volunteer & Local Support Fund

The fund is to be used in support and appreciation of OICMF volunteers.
OICMF: Board Designated Bob Henigson Fund

OICMF: Board Designated Bob Henigson Fund

This fund shall be used to support OICMF activities.
OICMF: John F Hogan Jr Hospitality Fund

OICMF: John F Hogan Jr Hospitality Fund

This fund shall be used to support hospitality activities for artists, donors, and other OICMF community members.
OICMF: Lopez Island Music Enrichment Endowment

OICMF: Lopez Island Music Enrichment Endowment

This fund shall be used to support OICMF activities on and for the benefit of Lopez Island and Lopez Island Residents.
OICMF: Lundgren Legacy Artist Fund

OICMF: Lundgren Legacy Artist Fund

This fund shall be used for an annual OICMF artist sponsorship.
OICMF: Music Education Endowment Fund

OICMF: Music Education Endowment Fund

This fund is established to support OICMF music education activities.
OICMF: Stage Management Endowment Fund

OICMF: Stage Management Endowment Fund

This fund is established to help pay, as needed, the costs associated with OICMF's stage management, stage assistants, and/or stage technical staff.

OIHS: Orcas Island Historical Museums Operations Fund

To support the operations of the Orcas Island Historical Museum and the Crow Valley Schoolhouse.

OIHS: Orcas Island Historical Society Endowment

To provide long-term financial security at the Historical Museum.
OILD Unrestricted Gift Fund

OILD Unrestricted Gift Fund

Unrestricted funds to support the overall mission and operational needs of the library.
OISD Academic Excellence

OISD Academic Excellence

Supports enhanced learning opportunities, classroom resources, and innovative programs across all grade levels in the Orcas Island School District.

OISD Environmental Club

To support projects, programs and events of the Environmental Club.

Olga Park Fund

To provide for the purchase, development, maintenance and expansion of property known as The Olga Park.
Olga Strawberry Council Fund

Olga Strawberry Council Fund

The Olga Strawberry Council works to preserve the historic Olga Strawberry Plant building through community fundraising, maintenance, and heritage-focused community projects.
OPAL Community Land Trust - Affordable Housing

OPAL Community Land Trust - Affordable Housing

Support OPAL’s work to create and sustain permanently affordable homes so that Orcas Island remains a vibrant, inclusive community—now and for future generations.
OPALCO Project PAL

OPALCO Project PAL

Eligible households in San Juan county can get one grant each year to help pay their electric bill during the winter heating season.
Orcas Center - Artha Kass Longevity Fund

Orcas Center - Artha Kass Longevity Fund

Gifts to the Artha Kass Longevity Fund sustain the long-term vitality of Orcas Center, ensuring arts access and community connection for generations to come. Your support carries forward Artha's vision of a vibrant cultural future for Orcas Island.
Orcas Center Operations Fund

Orcas Center Operations Fund

To support current daily operations at Orcas Center.
Orcas Community Resource Center Emergency Support Fund (OCRC)

Orcas Community Resource Center Emergency Support Fund (OCRC)

The Resource Center’s Emergency Support Fund delivers fast, crucial aid to islanders facing unexpected crises—offering immediate relief in times of urgent need.
Orcas Community Resource Center Endowment (OCRC)

Orcas Community Resource Center Endowment (OCRC)

The Resource Center’s Endowment Fund builds lasting support for essential services, ensuring we can meet community needs for food, housing, and healthcare well into the future.
Orcas Community Resource Center Facilities Fund (OCRC)

Orcas Community Resource Center Facilities Fund (OCRC)

The Resource Center’s Facilities Fund supports the planning, construction, and maintenance of spaces that enable us to provide vital services to the Orcas Island community.
Orcas Community Resource Center General Fund (OCRC)

Orcas Community Resource Center General Fund (OCRC)

The Resource Center’s General Fund offers flexible, direct support for islanders—covering housing, food, healthcare, transportation, and more when help is needed most.

Orcas Families Senior Housing Fund

To support Orcas Families Senior Housing.

Orcas Island Caregiver Collaboration

Orcas Island Children's House Endowment

Orcas Island Children's House Endowment

To support the mission of Orcas Island Children’s House to provide a dynamic play-based curriculum that prepares children for kindergarten and life.

Orcas Island Education Foundation Outdoor Education Fund (OIEF)

To fund Outdoor Education programming at OISD

Orcas Island Film Festival/Orcas Open Arts Fund

To support the ongoing work and programming of the Orcas Island Film Festival, HALO (Hub for the Arts & Literature, and other arts-related nonprofit projects on Orcas Island.
Orcas Island Food Bank Capital Project Fund

Orcas Island Food Bank Capital Project Fund

The Fund shall be used to support capital projects of the Orcas Island Food Bank.
Orcas Island Food Bank Endowment

Orcas Island Food Bank Endowment

To support the ongoing work of the Orcas Island Food Bank.
Orcas Island Food Bank Fund

Orcas Island Food Bank Fund

To support the Orcas Island Food Bank.
Orcas Island Food Bank Operating Reserves Fund

Orcas Island Food Bank Operating Reserves Fund

The fund shall be used to support operation of the Orcas Island Food Bank.
Orcas Island Football Club

Orcas Island Football Club

Help OIFC provide soccer-related opportunities to island youth.
Orcas Island Garden Club Fund

Orcas Island Garden Club Fund

Your donations keep membership dues affordable, provide grants to the community, cover costs for environmental projects, and help subsidize a welcoming meeting space at the Orcas Center.
Orcas Island Garden Club Program Endowment

Orcas Island Garden Club Program Endowment

To retain speakers and presentations for Garden Club meetings.
Orcas Island Sexual Health Alliance

Orcas Island Sexual Health Alliance

Formerly known as Island Reproductive Health Initiative, OISHA supports sexual health on Orcas Island through education and access to confidential, community-care

Orcas Island Sexual Health Alliance Endowment Fund

To support access to reproductive health services for the Orcas Island community.
Orcas Island Youth Conservation Corps

Orcas Island Youth Conservation Corps

To support the Orcas Island Youth Conservation Corps program.

Orcas LGBT Fund

To support Orcas LGBT and it's mission.

OrcaSong Orcas Thrives!

OrcaSong Institute's mission activities, programs, and projects
Orcas Senior Center Capital Improvement

Orcas Senior Center Capital Improvement

Helps preserve and improve the Orcas Senior Center—our island’s hub for connection, support, and care. A safe, well-maintained building ensures that seniors and adults with disabilities can gather, share meals, access services, and thrive in a welcoming environment.
Orcas Senior Center Designated Fund

Orcas Senior Center Designated Fund

Invests in the well-being of our entire island by supporting programs and services that keep older adults engaged, healthy, and connected. A strong Senior Center means a stronger community.
Orcas Senior Center Endowment

Orcas Senior Center Endowment

Your investment builds a permanent foundation for the Orcas Senior Center, guaranteeing long-term stability and a vibrant community resource for the future.
Pea Patch Community Campus Fund

Pea Patch Community Campus Fund

The Pea Patch collaboration addresses food, shelter and wellbeing in a unified campus designed to meet the needs of islanders experiencing hardship for years to come.

Recovery In Community

To support island residents in their recovery from addiction and mental health challenges.

Roach Youth Activities

To benefit island youth activities.

Sail Orcas

This fund shall be used to support the activities of Sail Orcas.
San Juan County Farm Fund

San Juan County Farm Fund

The FARM (Food, Agriculture, Relationships, Markets) Fund provides critical capital to San Juan County commercial farmers, producers, processors and distributors to implement projects that strengthen our local food economy.
Shaw Island School District Teacher Housing Project

Shaw Island School District Teacher Housing Project

Support the effort to build teacher housing for Shaw Island School.

The Olga Store Building Fund

To support the cost of renovations and maintenance of the Olga Store Building.

The Pichu Fund

To provide scholarships for Latinx graduating students from OIHS for studies beyond high school.

Thurman Bond Scholarship Fund

To support the Thurman Bond scholarship through the Orcas Island Education Foundation.
Volunteer Firefighters and EMTs

Volunteer Firefighters and EMTs

Donate to this fund to support your volunteer firefighters and EMTs through the Orcas Island Volunteer Orcas Firefighter and EMT Association.