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The Orcas Island Community Foundation OICF was founded in 1995 to help build and strengthen our community by encouraging and supporting local philanthropy and by connecting people and organizations who want to make a difference by improving the quality of life on Orcas Island. The Council on Foundations 2022 national survey ranked the Orcas Island Community Foundation OICF 1 for Gifts per Capita and 7 for a 20 distribution rate reflecting the communitys truly remarkable generosity. While Orcas Island is often seen as a wealthy enclave nearly 25 of residents require financial support due to the ever growing affordability gap. Local nonprofits like OPAL the Food Bank the Community Resource Center and the Senior Center provide essential services relying on community donations to meet increasing needs.