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“We are on Earth to take care of life. We are on Earth to take care of each other.”

— Xiye Bastida, Mexican Climate Activist

$45,000 will power our work through the coming season, fueling our commitment to:


  • Stand our ground in court to ensure that precious places are protected in compliance with the law.


  • Lead more journeys into nature, fostering a deeper understanding and love among community for local ecosystems.


  • Amplify community voices, equipping more people with the tools to shape policy for the environment we share.


  • Shape long-term outcomes by working with Island County to adopt the best possible Comprehensive Plan, guiding the next ten years of evolution in alignment with the Growth Management Plan.


  • Monitor and report environmental violations while helping our community learn to be more empowered and effective advocates in their own backyards.


As national protections are being stripped away, the responsibility to safeguard our local treasures falls even more squarely on our shoulders. Thank you for stepping up.


Your gift is more than a simple donation. It's an act of belief in the future of our forests, our beaches, our prairies, our wetlands, and our parks. It’s an act of solidarity, in community, with human- and other-than-human life. It’s a word on the page in the unfolding story of these islands' vibrant future. Thank you.


  • Protect future generations with a bequest

    You can protect future generations on Whidbey, Camano, and beyond by including WEAN in your estate planning. 


    By naming WEAN as a beneficiary of your will, life insurance policy, or trust, you can ensure that this life-giving work continues across generations. 


    Reach out to learn more, or to let us know if you're taking this profoundly impactful action. Knowing your planned giving intent supports us to understand your wishes and acknowledge your generosity in the way you see fit. 

  • Give in honor or in memory of a friend, place, or loved one

    Mark a birthday, an anniversary, or a special occasion. Honor the life of someone special. Lift up the places, people, and movements that mean the most to you. Let someone know how much you care. 


    When you give online or by check, let us know if your gift is in honor or in memory of something or someone. When possible, we'll let them know. 


    "We must remember how to honor and respect life with each breath, step, word, and thought. What you bless blesses you in return. This is the power of reciprocity."

    —Sandra Ingerman

  • Donate through a Donor Advised Fund or an IRA Qualified Distribution

    Simplify your giving, streamline your record-keeping, and be tax-wise by contributing to your charities of choice, including WEAN, through a Donor Advised Fund.  If you're interested in exploring what a DAF makes possible, we recommend consulting your financial advisor or exploring the resources available from Whidbey Community Foundation (Whidbey), the Stanwood-Camano Area Foundation (Camano), or a foundation of your choosing.


    Qualified Charitable Distributions, made directly by the trustee of the IRA to a registered charity, are tax free! Learn more from the IRS or your financial advisor.

  • Donate stocks or bonds

    Your donation of appreciated securities qualifies you for a charitable deducation without capital gains taxation. This can increase your charitable giving power by 15 to 20%! 


    Your financial advisor can help you understand the whys and hows of donating stocks and bonds.  Ask your broker to contact us for the identifying information necessary to initiate a transfer.

  • Ask your employer about corporate matching

    Please reach out to your employer's human resources department to learn if corporate matching is available to you. 


    Many larger employers offer this benefit to their team members, and every year WEAN donors double or triple their impact by asking their employers to match their contributions. 


    Some donors have even gotten a matching program started at  smaller businesses to uplift WEAN and other community organizations. 

  • Donate via check or Paypal

    Giving via check ensures 100% of your contribution reaches WEAN. You can make a check payable to WEAN and mail to PO Box 293, Langley, WA 98260. 


    To donate via Paypal, visit PayPal.Me/WhidbeyEnvironment.

  • Explore other ways of giving

    Are you curious about making a gift of real property, an in-kind donation, or a gift in a form not described here? Please be in touch. 


    We value all the ways our community supports WEAN and our work to protect the environment upon which we all depend. 

The content on this site does not constitute legal advice. To learn more about your choices in estate planning, charitable giving, and philanthropic impact, we recommend consulting with the financial, tax, or legal advisor of your choosing.