Kitsap Community Foundation Announces Search for New Executive Director
Harriette Bryant, Chair of the Kitsap Community Foundation Board of Directors, recently announced that the organization is seeking a new Executive Director. Pete Atha has served as the organization's Executive Director for the past 3 years and is retiring in July.

"We sincerely appreciate the contribution Pete has made in the growth of the Foundation and wish him success in his retirement".

The Kitsap Community Foundation is a county-wide, tax-exempt, independent, publicly-supported philanthropic entity, organized and operated primarily as a permanent collection of endowed funds. Income from the investment of these funds provides long-term benefits to Kitsap County and its residents through creative advocacy, scholarships, and grant-making activities. The Foundation currently has approximately $2.4 million in assets under management, 42 charitable funds, and has distributed nearly $850,000 in grants and scholarships to Kitsap organizations and individuals since 1999.

The Foundation is actively seeking and interviewing qualified candidates. To learn more about the position, criteria, and job description please view the full job description.

2012 Grant Cycle Commences
We are pleased to announce the commencement of the 2012 Grant Cycle and invite eligible organizations to apply for grants ranging from $500 to $2,500.

The Kitsap Community Foundation supports charitable organizations that benefit Kitsap County and its surrounding communities. We are primarily interested in funding programs that build on the existing strengths of an organization. For 2012, we will focus on projects that address basic human needs and projects that help children succeed.

The deadline for receipt of applications is January 31, 2012 (post-mark), grant recipients will be announced in March and grant awards will be presented at a ceremony to be held in April.

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Kitsap Community Foundation Announces 2012 Scholarships
We are pleased to announce the availability of the following 2012 scholarships: The Charles and Dorothy Martell Family Music Scholarship, the Fred and Marvel Hill Scholarship, the Marie A. Barker Teaching Scholarship, and the Kitsap Children's Musical Theatre Scholarship(s). Applications must be returned not later than May 15, 2012.

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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 $650,000 in grants to improve the quality of life locally. This year, we gave nearly $130,000 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 Kitsap County by connecting people who care with causes that matter 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.