Heron’s Key is proud to announce that, for the first time, our Social Accountability Fund is providing $35,000 in community grants to local nonprofit organizations that share our commitment to service.
These gifts will support groups making a positive difference across Gig Harbor and the surrounding region, especially those focused on older adults, community connection, and volunteer engagement.
“As a nonprofit, it matters to us that we’re not only caring for the people who live and work here, but also helping our wider community,” said Daphne Schneider, Chair of the Social Accountability Committee. “So many people are facing real challenges right now — especially around food security — and we’re proud that Heron’s Key can help.”
How the Social Accountability Grants Work
This new program invites residents and staff members to nominate nonprofit organizations doing meaningful work in our region. The Social Accountability Committee reviews each nomination and evaluates organizations based on their impact, alignment with our mission, and demonstrated need.
Through this process, Heron’s Key ensures that charitable giving reflects our values and supports causes that make a tangible difference in the lives of others.
Our Focus Areas
As part of fulfilling our nonprofit mission, we focus our community outreach efforts in four key areas:
- Seniors – Programs that serve older adults or invest in the future of aging.
- Community – Initiatives that make a measurable impact in our region.
- Volunteerism – Opportunities that engage residents and staff in giving back.
- Mission – Efforts that further other elements of our organizational purpose.
This Year’s Charitable Recipients
- Food Backpacks 4 Kids – $20,000
- Harbor WildWatch – $10,000
- Senior Santa Project by Olympic Civic Services – $5,000
These contributions reflect the values that guide Heron’s Key every day and the collective generosity of our residents, team members, and Board.
We’ll be celebrating these gifts and the impact they’ll have on December 3rd at Heron’s Key.
