On Whidbey, art is everywhere: in a studio down a gravel road, a historic barn filled with Bach, a classroom where a child first holds a violin. For 45 years, the Whidbey Island Arts Council (WIAC) has worked to make that possible. This year, I am asking you to help us do even more.

Our guiding principle is to support and share the joy of being creative in a diverse and growing community. The Whidbey Island Arts Council honors the artists that built our thriving creative community while providing the next generation the space and freedom to continue the legacy.

Behind the scenes is an all-volunteer board and a simple belief: when artists have a fiscal home, a platform, and a little funding, the whole island thrives. That is why WIAC is working to expand and create more opportunities and events for our creative community, allowing for artists and art lovers to come together. With your help, we can bring these goals to life.

If you are a current member, thank you. Would you consider a year-end gift in addition to your dues? Every dollar supports member grants, visiting artists, and the programs we sponsor. WIAC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, and all donations are tax deductible. We also gladly accept donor-advised fund gifts and transfers of investments.

If you are not yet a member, please join us. You do not need to be an artist, or even live on the island. Membership is $50 for an individual, $75 for a family or youth, and $125 for a business, gallery, or arts organization. Members enjoy a personal listing, event promotion, our monthly Arts & Culture Guide, and invitations to member-only grants, exhibits, and events.

Take Part in Art this season: give or join today at https://www.islandartscouncil.org/membership, or mail your gift to WIAC, PO Box 197, Greenbank, WA 98253. Gifts received by December 31 count toward your 2026 taxes.

With heartfelt gratitude,
David Hundley, President, Whidbey Island Arts Council