Nags Head Woods 5K celebrates 40 years of miles and smiles

First Flight Rotary Club members are gearing up for the 40th anniversary of the Nags Head Woods 5K, which takes place Saturday, May 9, at 8 a.m.

Case Study: Helping Coastal North Carolina Business Owners Exit with Purpose

From construction companies and marine trades to hospitality groups, retail, and professional services, generation after generation of entrepreneurs have built successful enterprises rooted in this region. For many of your clients, these businesses are more than income—they are identity, legacy, and community impact.

Rooted in History, Guided by Love: The Birindelli Legacy

Author and historian James Benson "Ben" Birindelli passed away peacefully last March, and in the wake of his legacy, his wife Nancy established a scholarship for local high school seniors in October 2025.

Manteo High School 2026 Scholarship Recipients

Twelve Manteo High School seniors will start college next fall with financial assistance from Outer Banks Community Foundation funds established by local donors and organizations. Many scholarships will follow these students through all four years of school, as long as they complete the renewability requirements.

First Flight High School 2026 Scholarship Recipients

Seventeen First Flight High School seniors will start college next fall with financial assistance from Outer Banks Community Foundation funds established by local donors and organizations. Many scholarships will follow these students through all four years of school, as long as they complete the renewability requirements.

From Billie Holiday to Scholarships: The Outer Banks Forum Supports Arts Education

While the Billie Holiday matinee and evening performance will conclude this season for the Outer Banks Forum, the nonprofit’s scholarships enable it to support the future of young artists and the artistic community on the Outer Banks all year.

Why 2026 Is Different: A Few Tax-Time Reminders

With new tax rules taking effect in 2026, a quick conversation with your CPA—and with us—can help make sure your generosity is working as hard as it can for both you and our community.

Remembering Elmer Reuben Midgett, Jr.

It is with great sadness that the Outer Banks Community…

Surfing For Autism launches Sandbar Social to support neurodivergent adults

What began in 2010 as a single day pairing children with autism and local surfers has grown into a year-round network of support and a new initiative designed to meet a growing need among neurodivergent adults on the Outer Banks.

Nine Local Nonprofits Receive $60,000 In Community Enrichment Grants

The Outer Banks Community Foundation recently awarded $60,000 in Community Enrichment Grants to nine nonprofits that are meeting local needs and creating promising opportunities in healthcare, arts and culture, animal welfare, historical preservation, and environmental stewardship on the Outer Banks.