Impact Stories
Each week, “Impact Stories” brings you the latest news, events, and inspiring tales from the San Juan Island Community Foundation. This blog is your window into how we, together with our donors and partners, are making a tangible difference in our community. From scholarship awards and significant community projects to in-depth profiles of the people who make our work possible, these stories are here to inform, inspire, and ignite action.
Stay connected, stay informed, and be inspired to join us in making a lasting impact.
Compass Health Elevates Youth Engagement Through Camp and Recreational Activities
Compass Health has made strides in enhancing the well-being of youth in San Juan County through its Camp and Recreational Activities project. This initiative, funded by a grant from the San Juan Island Community Foundation, aims to support children and youth engaged in the organization’s family programs by covering costs associated with camp tuition, fees,… Read More »Compass Health Elevates Youth Engagement Through Camp and Recreational Activities
Transforming Lives: The Neighborly Nourishment Wall at Friday Harbor Food Bank
The San Juan Island Community Foundation is proud to share the positive impact of a recent project – Neighborly Nourishment Wall at Friday Harbor Food Bank. This project is supported by a grant from the San Juan Island Community Foundation and has become yet another valuable resource for island neighbors to find assistance information in… Read More »Transforming Lives: The Neighborly Nourishment Wall at Friday Harbor Food Bank
Impact Spotlight: $2,500 Grant for Friday Harbor High School’s TSA Program
The Technology Student Association (TSA) at Friday Harbor High School has undergone a dramatic transformation, thanks to a generous $2,500 grant that has significantly enhanced its initiatives. This support has empowered students to excel in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) competitions, fostering a thriving community of young innovators. Catalyzing Growth and Innovation The… Read More »Impact Spotlight: $2,500 Grant for Friday Harbor High School’s TSA Program
Strengthening Our Community: Our New Leadership and Enhanced Roles
The San Juan Island Community Foundation (SJICF) is taking significant steps to enhance our community impact. As part of our ongoing commitment to community enrichment, we have restructured our staff roles to better serve local nonprofits, donors, and community members effectively. New Executive Leadership In March, Amy Saxe-Eyler joined the foundation as the new Executive… Read More »Strengthening Our Community: Our New Leadership and Enhanced Roles
Beaming With Pride: 2024 Scholarship Recipients Announced
Happy Friday! I hope you’ll take a moment to read this new feature where I’ll be sharing the latest good news and work from your community foundation – all made possible by you, our generous supporters and friends. This week, we wrapped up another season of our annual scholarship program! We’re honored to be able… Read More »Beaming With Pride: 2024 Scholarship Recipients Announced