News & Updates
St. Andrew’s by the Sea Restores Windows to the Past
Dark wooden walls, creaky floorboards, and the rich scent of incense that hangs in the air of St. Andrews by the Sea are hints of the beloved church’s storied past. And, in order to honor that past, the church is getting a facelift, thanks to the Charles Whedbee Endowment Fund.
Five Friendly Tax Tips For Your Charitable Giving
Here at the Outer Banks Community Foundation, we want to make sure your charitable giving is not only meaningful but also as tax-efficient as possible.
Community Foundation Celebrates 2024 Achievements & 2025 Goals at Annual Meeting
Bright blue skies lining the ocean’s horizon were the perfect backdrop for the 150+ civic leaders, nonprofit professionals, and donors who attended the Outer Banks Community Foundation’s (OBCF) Annual Meeting at Jennette’s Pier on Friday, March 7.
New Ray Gray, Jr. Memorial Scholarship is launched to honor legendary educator and surfer
After years of efforts and fundraising – and a collaboration with the OBCF – the Ray Gray, Jr. Memorial Scholarship is now officially available for an upcoming 2025 graduate on Hatteras Island.
Community Foundation Sees Scholarship Recipient Mya Murphy through to Graduation & Motherhood
Given the unique circumstances, it would have been pretty easy for Mya Murphy to press pause on her college journey. Instead, the 2022 graduate of First Flight High School (FFHS) has hit the fast forward button on her march to adulthood, thanks in part to funding – and flexibility – from the Outer Banks Community Foundation (OBCF).