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Whatcom Community Foundation Receives “Seal of Approval” for Compliance with National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations

The Whatcom Community Foundation (WCF) recently received notification that it has met the nation's highest philanthropic standards for operational quality, integrity and accountability. The notice comes from the Council on Foundations, a national professional association based in Washington, D.C.

“This is similar to the Good Housekeeping Seal for community foundations,” said Steve Gunderson, Council on Foundations president and chief executive officer. “It says that The Community Foundation has demonstrated a commitment to operational quality, integrity and accountability.”

The Foundation has served Whatcom County since 1996 as a broad vehicle for philanthropy and community building in Whatcom County. WCF currently holds 83 funds totaling over $7 million to benefit Whatcom County nonprofit organizations in all areas of service to the community. WCF makes grants to organizations throughout the County, as well as providing services to donors who wish their charitable giving to be as effective and efficient as possible.