Membership
We’re building the endowment for our Outer Banks, one gift at a time. Consider making your gift today! Read more
Create a Fund
It’s easy to establish a charitable endowment with the Outer Banks Community Foundation. Read more
David Stick Legacy Society
By planning your gift to the Community Foundation, you are leaving a Legacy that will benefit the Outer Banks forever. Read more
News & Updates
Remembering Clark Sawyer
We are saddened to share the passing of Clark J. Sawyer. Over the years, Clark became much more than someone we worked with—he became part of our Community Foundation family. He generously shared his time, talent, and resources to help strengthen our organization, and his willingness to lend a hand whenever needed never went unnoticed. […]
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.
