Kitsap Bank was recently recognized by the Puget Sound Business Journal as a 2013 Corporate Philanthropist.
“Kitsap Bank is honored to be recognized for such a prestigious award,” said Anthony George, the bank’s president and chief 0perating officer. “Over the past five years, we have had the privilege in contributing $1.25 million to nonprofit organizations in the communities we serve, and in 2013, we will be donating over $300,000 to over 100 nonprofit organizations. In addition, our employees have volunteered over 5,200 hours in our communities over the past year.”
The recognition, which is part of the Business Journal’s Corporate Citizenship Awards, honors businesses that “do well by doing good.” Since 2008, the Business Journal has been publishing the Corporate Citizenship: Business of Giving special report, in which PSBJ researcher Bonnie Graves surveys area companies about their cash contributions to area nonprofits. read more »
Eagle Harbor Books will host a Science Night event to benefit Bainbridge Public Library on May 29, from 4:45-7 p.m.
The event will feature STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) professionals who live on the island and have volunteered to speak at the Science Night. These scientists will provide a glimpse into their area of expertise and also share with the audience some of their favorite science books that will be available for purchase at Eagle Harbor Books. The shop will donate 20 percent of all sales made at the store during the event to BPL. Refreshments will be served.
First up, from 4:45 to 5:15, will be Gregory J. Moncada, STEM coordinator for the Bainbridge Island School District, which is offering a STEM summer camp. read more »
The Central Kitsap Food Bank will hold its annual dinner/auction at the Silverdale Beach Hotel on May 18, with the theme “A Night of Aloha” for this year’s fundraising event.
Guests will enjoy the signature dishes of the Aloha Kitchen in Silverdale. There will also be an authentic Hawaiian band playing the favorite songs of the Islands. Three will be a silent auction as well as a live auction.
Tables for the event can be purchased by calling the food bank at 360-692-9818. Tickets are $500 for a table of 10 or $50 per single ticket. Individual or companies interested in being a sponsor for this event should call 360-692-9818. read more »
When staff at Pinewood Manor in Bremerton need someone to repair the “community” computer, they know they can count on one person: Larry DuSavage. The owner of a computer maintenance and repair business, DuSavage volunteers his time as part of Kitsap Computing Seniors. Pinewood Manor, an RHF retirement community, has a public computer for residents’ use thanks to a KCS program called New Horizons. read more »
The American Red Cross Serving King & Kitsap Counties will honor 11 people at the 2013 West Sound Heroes Breakfast on May 9, from 7-9 a.m. at the Kitsap Conference Center at Bremerton Harborside in Bremerton.
“The Heroes Breakfast is a crucial part of the Red Cross in Kitsap and North Mason counties,” said Karen McKay Bevers, director of the West Sound office. “We take this time every year to honor those in our community who have gone above and beyond. This year’s heroes are no exception. Every one of them deserves special recognition for coming to the aid of others.”
The annual breakfast raises critical funds to help support local Red Cross programs and services. Guests are asked to RSVP by May 1, by calling (360) 377-3761, ext. 13103. read more »
SEATTLE — The American Red Cross Western Washington has announced the selection of Dawn Angelo as its new regional Chief Executive Officer. Angelo succeeds Randy Hutson, who retired at the end of February.
“We are truly pleased to have Dawn in this vital role,” said Jonelle Johnson, chair of the chapter’s board of directors. “She has a long history with the Red Cross and demonstrated success in cultivating relationships with diverse communities, strengthening government partnerships and increasing community preparedness.”
Angelo is former regional CEO of the American Red Cross Capital Region Chapter headquartered in Sacramento, Calif. read more »
The Kitsap Community Food Co-op board and staff will be holding a public meeting May 2 to give the community a chance to learn more about the current state of the co-op and how membership can help shape the future of food in Kitsap. This is a community potluck dinner so please bring a dish to share, but this is not required to attend.
There will be an interactive keynote discussion on food justice with the EduCulture Team. The EduCulture Project is in its seventh year of creating locally grown learning experiences and contributing to the preservation of local sustainable agriculture, nurturing farm stewardship and food citizenship, and inspiring young people to become co-producers in their food communities. There will also be a locally grown seeds and starts fundraiser with all proceeds benefiting the food co-op. read more »
Habitat for Humanity of Kitsap County will mark the completion of their three newest homes in the Bay Vista development on April 20 at 1 p.m. A dedication ceremony will be held to celebrate the hard work and accomplishment of Habitat family partners and volunteers. The public is encouraged to attend. read more »
Soroptimists International of Greater North Kitsap recently presented a second donation check for $ 1,000 to support Peninsula Cancer Center’s Survive and Thrive program. Survive and Thrive is a health and fitness program for women with a history of cancer, with a goal of improved fitness and/or weight loss.
The donation will be earmarked to pay for athletic trainers, a nutritionist and life coaches to support women during the healing process from cancer.
Soroptimists International of Greater North Kitsap has been sponsoring Bras for a Cause for the past six years and added the Baubles, Boots and Bags event for the first time in November 2012 to raise funds for donations to local service organizations and programs with a mission of helping women and children. read more »
