Non-Profits

Orcas Island Garden Club
The purpose of this non-profit organization is to promote interest in gardening, civic beauty, conservation and roadside beautification. – 360-376-6367.

Children’s House

  • is the oldest preschool on Orcas Island
  • is licensed to care for infants 6 weeks and older
  • is eager to help families of all income ranges, family structures, and unique needs
  • is an early childhood education facility.
  • serves only organic food prepared in our kitchens daily. – 360-376-4744.

Orcas Island Community Foundation
Facilitating philanthropy to improve the quality of life on Orcas Island. – 360-376-6423.

Orcas Island Recreation Program
Orcas Island Recreation Program welcomes youth, teens, adults, and families to its year-round programs. Our programs are open to people of all experience and skill levels. We are committed to creating an environment that supports individuality, cooperation, safety, trust, and respect. – 360-376-5339.

The Funhouse
Discovery center featuring multiple hands-on exhibits for children of all ages. FRI/SAT teen center. Community center where people of all ages can take classes, organize events/parties or hold meetings. – 60-376-7177.

On the ferry in the San Juan Islands

On the ferry in the San Juan Islands

OPAL Community Land Trust
OPAL is working to maintain the character, vibrancy and diversity of the Orcas Island community by acquiring land and creating permanently affordable homes. – 360-376-3191.

Orcas Island Education Foundation
A 501(c)3 organization established in 1984 for the sole purpose of financially supporting the superior programs offered in the Orcas Island Public Schools, and for scholarships and grants to students and teachers through tax deductible contributions from public and private sectors.

Orcas Island Lions Club
The Orcas Island Lions Club has been involved in the Orcas community since its inseption in 1972. At the core of this involvement are dedicated club members who devote their time and attention to serving our Orcas Island community and beyound. – 360-376-2202.

Merit Telecom, Sue Kimball
Merit Telecom is a nonprofit corporation that provides long distance telephone services to residential & business customers. We donate 100% of our profits to the nonprofit or charity of your choice. Each long distance phone call you make becomes a real-time donation. – 360-376-2985.

NDI Foundation
The Nephrogenic Diabetes Insipidus Foundation is dedicated to informing and helping the NDI community. – 888-376-6343.

Orcas Island Yacht Club
Founded in 1956, Orcas Island Yacht Club was created to further the boating and social interests of boaters interested in sail and power cruising as well as yacht racing. Located in West Sound, OIYC welcomes any new members who would like to join and participate actively in the club.

Sail Orcas
Sail Orcas is an organization committed to providing high-quality instruction and affordable access to boats and facilities for both youth and adults. -360-376-2732.

Orcas Animal Protection Society
Located in Eastsound, OAPS is dedicated to promoting the humane care and protection of animals through their services.

Orcas Island 4-H
4-H is a community of young people across America who are learning leadership, citizenship, and life skills.

Orcas Island Kiwanis Club
If you would like to be a part of us call Lynn Richarderson -360-376-4925, -360-376-4867.

American Cancer Society
-425-322-1118.

Madrona Club
-360-376-3751.