From Opportunity to Impact: Bainbridge Community Foundation Celebrates 25 Years
January 21, 2026
Volunteers at a Community Grants Cycle Thank You Event As Bainbridge Community Foundation (BCF) marks its 25th year in 2026, we aren’t just celebrating our anniversary. We are celebrating the . . .
Building Stronger Nonprofits: Capacity Grants Empower Local Organizations
January 20, 2026
“What kind of impact have the BCF capacity building grants had on BIMA? Our first grant was awarded the very first year BIMA was around in 2013, and they’ve just given us a grant this . . .
Connection to Place: Where We Belong
December 03, 2025
As BCF’s Community Report shows, studies conclude that an individual’s sense of place can be a vital component to their well-being and is recognized as critical to a healthy life. In . . .
A Celebration of Humanity: Philanthropy Takes Center Stage with Bainbridge Community Foundation
November 14, 2025
Last night, Bainbridge Community Foundation (BCF) proudly celebrated its 2025 Philanthropy Awards, and each award recipient shared at least one defining characteristic – they took action when . . .
Bainbridge Community Foundation Grants $50,000 to Address Food Cutbacks
November 13, 2025
Federal funding cuts have had a profound impact on Bainbridge Island and across Kitsap County, and Bainbridge Community Foundation is mobilizing its resources to help fill the gap. This includes . . .
Civic Participation: Building a Better Future Together
November 04, 2025
Perception of civic participation is strong on Bainbridge Island. As BCF's Community Report shows, engagement with elected officials could be stronger. Below are some key highlights. Below are . . .
Capacity Building Grants are open for applications!
October 22, 2025
Applications for the Capacity Building Grants Cycle are now open! Grants range from $1,000 - $2,500 and are being accepted through Wednesday, November 5 at 5PM for the period of January 1 through . . .
Fueling Belonging Through Action
October 21, 2025
Even though the Williams family doesn’t consider themselves philanthropists, giving back has simply been a part of their lives for decades. Shelley Williams, whose deep commitment to service . . .
Upcoming Event: Smarter Giving Strategies for Year End and Beyond
October 16, 2025
This fall, we invite you to join us for a conversation about giving guided by strategy and grounded in heart. November 3 at 5:30-6:30PM OR November 5 at 11AM-12PM299 Madison Ave. N, Bainbridge . . .
Accessing Justice
October 08, 2025
Community demand for access to justice has grown over the past several years. BCF’s Community Report shows that nonprofits face challenges with staffing to meet this rising need. Scroll to . . .
