Women and Philanthropy: Shaping the Outer Banks Across Generations

March is Women’s History Month, and here on the Outer Banks, it’s a powerful time to reflect on the women whose generosity has helped shape this place we all love.
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Heavy Lifting: Coach Jim Metzinger and Investing in the Future of Manteo Athletics

Through a Community Enrichment Grant, Manteo High School is able to purchase new, modern mats that will not only improve safety for wrestlers in grades 2 through 12 but also transform the space into a true multi-purpose athletic room.
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The Outer Banks Community Foundation Celebrates The Success of 2025 At Annual Meeting

Positive stories, the impact of generosity, moments of reflection, and discussions of the future were all a part of the Outer Banks Community Foundation’s (OBCF) Annual Meeting, which hosted 160+ civic leaders, nonprofit professionals, and donors at Jennette’s Pier on Tuesday, March 10.
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Remembering Cathi Stewart Hines

It is with great sadness that we mourn the passing of Cathi…
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Still Showing Up: The Kerry Sanders Memorial Fund Keeps People Moving

In her daily work at the Outer Banks Family YMCA, Kerry Sanders didn’t need recognition to lead. Her presence did that on its own — drawing people in, making them feel capable, and reminding them they belonged.
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Outer Banks Community Foundation supports critical needs on Ocracoke Island

Ocracoke has a lot of off-island friends, and one of its most treasured friends is the Outer Banks Community Foundation.
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Worth a Look: Charitable Gifts of Real Estate on the Outer Banks

It's not surprising that some of the most transformational gifts to the Outer Banks Community Foundation have come through donations of real estate, made either during a donor’s lifetime or as part of an estate plan.
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New Hugh McCullen Memorial Scholarship Fund Honors Community Commitment

The Hugh McCullen Memorial Scholarship Fund seeks to support the next generation of dynamic leaders in their pursuit of higher education. The new fund through the Outer Banks Community Foundation went live this year and will be awarded for the first time this spring.
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Community Foundation Annual Meeting

The Outer Banks Community Foundation Board of Directors cordially invites you to attend its Annual Meeting on Tuesday, March 10, 2026.
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What type of fund—or combination of funds—is right for you?

At the Outer Banks Community Foundation, we often hear the same question: “What kind of fund should I open?” And just as often, we hear the uncertainty behind it. Many people sense there isn’t a one-size-fits-all answer—but they’re not quite sure how to choose.
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Community Foundation Introduces 10+ New Scholarships For 2026

Scholarship season is underway at the Outer Banks Community Foundation (OBCF), and this year, 10 new scholarships have been added to OBCF’s offerings to support students and community members in their educational journeys. 
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President & CEO Thomas Barkin of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond to Speak at Community Foundation event, February 10

The Outer Banks Community Foundation invites the public to attend A Special Evening with Thomas Barkin, President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond, on Tuesday, February 10, at Duck Woods Country Club.
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OBCF 101-15- Community Scholarships

Our 2026 scholarship application is open and while we manage over 80 scholarships for Dare, Currituck, and Ocracoke students, for OBCF 101-15 we are going to talk about the community scholarships that OBCF offers.
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OBCF Chief Operating Officer Nandy Stuart Named Vice President of Programs

The Outer Banks Community Foundation (OBCF) has announced that Chief Operating Officer Nandy Stuart has assumed the role of Vice President of Programs, overseeing the foundation’s grants and scholarship programs. 
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Willow Rea Temple’s Art Journey Comes Full Circle

Willow Rea Temple is no stranger to the art world. She grew up in Manteo surrounded by the performing, literary, and visual arts. While her childhood was filled with art, Temple says that her parents also emphasized the importance of “if you want something, you have to work for it”. 
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The Tiny Tax Law Change That Could Spark a Wave of Boomer Charity

Proposed, important legislation has been introduced that may knock down an arbitrary tax wall.
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