Remembering Clark Sawyer

We are saddened to share the passing of Clark J. Sawyer. Over…

Jacob Askew Fund and Scholarship Recalls the Joy of Sport and Friends

The Askews set up the Jacob Askew Memorial Fund for OBX Storm and the Jacob Askew Memorial Scholarship Fund to keep their son Jacob Askew's memory alive as a part of the community.

Good News for Charitable Donors Using Retirement Assets

Qualified Charitable Distributions (QCDs) continue to become even more attractive for charitably minded retirees.

OBCF Grant Helps Equip First Responders with Emergency Pet Rescue Kits

The Community Foundation recently awarded a $10,000 Community Enrichment Grant to the Eastern North Carolina SPCA, allowing the nonprofit to assemble and distribute PAWmergency Safety Kits to emergency responders throughout Dare County.

Building a Board That Makes a Difference

One of the most common conversations we have with local nonprofit leaders centers on board service. Recruiting dedicated volunteers is challenging enough, but creating a board that remains engaged, informed, and effective over time is often an even bigger hurdle.

OBCF Grant to Food for Thought Ensures that No Dare County Child Goes Hungry

For the past two decades, a local nonprofit has quietly and mightily been ensuring that no Dare County child goes hungry over the weekends or during summer breaks, and that come Monday mornings, they are at school ready to learn.

Build a Charitable Portfolio That Evolves with the Outer Banks

One of the most rewarding parts of our work at the Outer Banks Community Foundation is helping donors think about philanthropy as a portfolio—not just a series of individual gifts.

Summer at the Community Foundation

Summer has a way of creating space to think—about family, about community, and about the impact you want your giving to have over time.

Community Foundation Awards $50,000 Focus Grant To Relief Foundation

The Community Foundation recently awarded the $50,000 Focus Grant to the Outer Banks Relief Foundation, enabling them to provide financial relief to Ocracoke/Hyde County families facing unexpected personal tragedy. 

Community Foundation Closes Out Record Scholarship Season

For the 2026-2027 academic year, the Outer Banks Community Foundation awarded 129 scholarships totaling $306,750 to 102 students.