2009 Celebration of Philanthropy Fetes Nancy and Jerry Reid, U.S.S. John C. Stennis, and Mike James
A celebration of local philanthropy will take place on Wednesday when the Kitsap Community Foundation (KCF) recognizes individuals and organizations who have exceeded the accepted bounds of generosity. The Celebration will both bestow honors on specific recipients and pay tribute to the spirit that compels people to donate their time and financial resources.

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2008 - 2009 Grant Recipients Announced
Grant Recipients are recognized at an Award Ceremony held at the Norm Dicks Government Center on Tuesday, April 14, 2009: Click here for the full listing.

Kitsap Community Foundation Welcomes New Board Members
Change Comes With New Fiscal Year

(Silverdale, WA) The Kitsap Community Foundation welcomed its new Board Members at its recently-held annual planning retreat:

• Ruth Bernstein, Community Volunteer
• Michael Felts, Chief Executive Officer, The Suquamish Foundation
• R. A. 'Monty' Montgomery, Community Volunteer and Retired Boeing Systems Analyst
• Betti Sheldon, Community Volunteer and past Washington State Senator

They join the current members:

• President, Tom Kilbane, Community Volunteer and Retired Advertising/Sales Executive
• Vice President, Brant Greene, CFP, CRPC, Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc.
• Secretary, Don Poggi, Community Volunteer and Retired CEO/Owner, Seattle Limb Systems
• Treasurer, Dot Lintz, Community Volunteer and Retired Nonprofit Executive and Financial Analyst
• Patty Lent, Community Volunteer and past Kitsap County Commissioner

"We are pleased to see the continued diverse skill sets represented on our Board, as well as a strong representation of communities throughout our county," noted Tom Kilbane, Board President. "As we renew our focus on improving quality of life in Kitsap County through endowment-funded grants, we invite investors to join with us to share our commitment to both the immediate and long-term vitality of our community." For questions or for more information about the Kitsap Community Foundation, please contact Robert Schneidler, Executive Director at 360.698.3622 or kcf@kitsapfoundation.org.

Sharing A Commitment
For Good, For Ever

The Kitsap Community Foundation is building endowments that will give forever to improve the quality of life for the citizens of Kitsap County. Today, the Kitsap Community Foundation has 50 community funds including several fields of interest in health, education, environment, social service, youth, and the arts.

Since 1999, we have awarded nearly $500,000 in grants to improve the quality of life locally. This year, we gave nearly $120,000 in grants for programs and projects benefiting the Kitsap County community.

We are excited about the coming year and look forward to continuing to meet the growing needs of Kitsap County; today, tomorrow and for generations to come.

Mission Statement: “To improve quality of life in Kitsap County through endowment-funded grants.”

Independent Auditor: Ball & Treger, LLP. Audited financial statements and IRS Form 990 are available for public viewing during regular business hours by contacting KCF at 360.698.3622.