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The purpose of the Orcas Island Garden Club is to stimulate knowledge and love of gardening, to cooperate in the protection and conservation of nature, and to assist in the beautification of the community. Giving grants to organizations within our community is one way in which we fulfill our purpose.
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2024 Grant Recipients
Grants were awarded to the following organizations:
- Orcas Historic Museum: Volunteer tool shed
- OPAL Community Land Trust: Native plants to replace noxious weeds
- Orcas Island Public Library: Educational signs for library grounds
Guidelines for Orcas Island Garden Club Grants
Each year, the OIGC Executive Board accepts and reviews requests for grants.
Which projects will be considered for OIGC award grants?
The OIGC awards grants for projects that support the mission of the OIGC:
Who can apply for a grant?
Anyone with projects that support the mission of the OIGC may apply, although non-profit organizations are given preference.
How does the OIGC determine funds for grants?
After considering the yearly budget, the Executive Board determines the total amount of grants to be awarded in any one year, with no one grant exceeding $500. The Executive Board also determines how often any one organization may receive grants. In recent years, this frequency has been every three years.
What are the requirements for grant recipients?
1. Sign the grant agreement.
2. Comply with grant financial requirements:
4. Present a final report of the grant project with photos by April of the following year.
Which projects will be considered for OIGC award grants?
The OIGC awards grants for projects that support the mission of the OIGC:
- Stimulate knowledge and love of gardening.
- Cooperate in the protection and conservation of nature.
- Assist in the beautification of the community
Who can apply for a grant?
Anyone with projects that support the mission of the OIGC may apply, although non-profit organizations are given preference.
- Applicants must submit a written application to the Orcas Island Garden Club during the grant application period, which occurs annually between January 1 - March 1.
- Eligible applicants may apply for a grant every three years, with exceptions to be made by vote of the Executive Board.
- Applicants may request grants up to $500. Grant requests should not include stipends or wages.
How does the OIGC determine funds for grants?
After considering the yearly budget, the Executive Board determines the total amount of grants to be awarded in any one year, with no one grant exceeding $500. The Executive Board also determines how often any one organization may receive grants. In recent years, this frequency has been every three years.
What are the requirements for grant recipients?
1. Sign the grant agreement.
2. Comply with grant financial requirements:
- Spend the entire grant amount for the purpose described in the grant application.
- Follow the proposed budget.
- Keep adequate records to document how funds were spent for grant activities, including receipts.
- Make financial records related to grant activities available to the OIGC.
4. Present a final report of the grant project with photos by April of the following year.
Grant process timeline
Mid November |
Orcas Island Garden Club grant opportunity is announced to the public. |
January 1 - March 1 |
Grant application period opens. |
March 2 |
Grant application period closes. |
March board meeting |
Executive Board discusses applicants. |
April board meeting |
Executive Board decides on grant approvals. Applicants are notified of decisions. Checks are issued to those awarded. |
April member meeting |
Grant winners are announced. The grant winners from the previous year present their projects and progress. |
May |
Fiscal planning begins for the future grant cycle. |
October |
A member of the Executive Board checks in with the grant recipient regarding project progress. Progress is shared at the following board meeting and recorded in the minutes. |