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).

The Doug & Maureen King Scholarship to Support Students with Learning Differences

In 2023, when Doug and Maureen King of Kitty Hawk first began considering the establishment of a scholarship through the Outer Banks Community Foundation, they knew that supporting students with learning differences would be a key feature of any award they would offer.

Outer Banks Community Foundation Grant Boosts N.C. Coastal Federation’s Oyster Shell Recycling Efforts

The North Carolina Coastal Federation's oyster shell recycling program continues to benefit from an Outer Banks Community Foundation (OBCF) grant that was awarded five years ago.
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Remebering Kiki Kiousis

We are saddened to announce the passing of our beloved former neighbor in Southern Shores, Vasiliki "Kiki" G. Kiousis. Kiki was a cherished member of our community and a friend to all who knew her.

New Scholarship Opportunity- The Helping Hand Cookie Jar Scholarship

The Helping Hand Cookie Jar Scholarship, established by Karen DelVacchio of Nags Head, NC, is here to support non-traditional learners ready to take the next step.

Tess Judge Honored with North Carolina’s Prestigious Order of the Long Leaf Pine at Community Foundation’s David Stick Legacy Luncheon

On Dec. 11, the Outer Banks Community Foundation (OBCF) hosted its annual David Stick Legacy Society Luncheon at Basnight’s Lone Cedar Cafe, where Tess Judge was awarded the Order of the Long Leaf Pine, one of North Carolina's most esteemed honors. 

Ten Nonprofits Awarded Community Enrichment Grants

To help meet diverse needs across the Outer Banks, the Outer Banks Community Foundation (OBCF) awarded $57,500 in Community Enrichment Grants to 10 local nonprofits this quarter. 

A look at an OBCF scholarship recipient’s first semester at NC State University

Over Thanksgiving break, Woods sat down with OBCF staff and Carole Garrett, who created the Teddy and Savory Garrett Veterinary Medicine Fund at the Community Foundation, to chat about why he is pursuing veterinary medicine, his first semester of college, his future goals, and to offer advice to high school seniors who will be applying for scholarships soon. 

Barnhill & Roc Solid Foundation Deliver Joy To Local Child

At the Outer Banks Community Foundation, part of our mission is to inspire generosity wherever we encounter it.