Bayview Manor Foundation Newsletter | | | | The Foundation raises funds to support those residents of Bayview who, through no fault of their own, are without financial resources to continue to live at Bayview. | | Hello from Bayview Manor Foundation — here’s what we’ve been doing lately | | |
February gave us the opportunity to spotlight Legacy Giving and the meaningful ways these gifts support Bayview’s community for generations to come. Foundation Board members and financial planners Nicole Schafer and Nancy Jones, along with Ashi Guiles from Faith Foundation Northwest, led an excellent session on simple, effective approaches to planning future gifts. Through thoughtful preparation, residents and supporters can help ensure that financial assistance remains available for those who may otherwise be unable to continue living in our community. With flexible options—such as bequests, beneficiary designations, donor‑advised funds, and charitable trusts—legacy gifts can reflect personal values and stewardship while preserving today’s financial security.
On March 10th, the Foundation held our annual Orientation session to share our mission and answer questions. If you would like more information about the Foundation, please contact Liz Anderson, our Development Manager, or any member of the board.
What’s Next?
If you’re considering a legacy gift or would like to learn more, we encourage you to reach out to Bayview Manor Foundation. We’re always happy to help you explore how charitable giving can align with your goals and the legacy you want to create.
Our Spring Appeal began in March and is one of our most important fundraising efforts of the year.
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Thank you for supporting the Bayview community,
Diann Barry, Foundation President
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Bayview Manor Foundation's Annual Spring Appeal is the Month of March
Each spring, we are reminded that the strongest trees begin as the smallest seeds. With patience, care, and intention, what once seemed modest takes root and grows into something beautiful. The future of Bayview residents and the sustainability of Bayview Manor Foundation are built in the same way.
As we work to strengthen our reserves, assist more residents, and ensure long-term sustainability, we invite you to participate in our annual Spring Appeal. During the month of March, make a contribution to the Spring Appeal will to us achieve our goal of $60,000 and provide imperative support to the Bayview residents and the Foundation.
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Send Mother’s Day flowers to your loved one at Bayview!
Mother’s Day is just around the corner, a meaningful time to celebrate the women who have shaped our lives with love, strength, and care. With each donation made through the form below, the Foundation will personally deliver a beautiful bouquet of flowers to your loved one in time for Mother’s Day on Friday, May 8. Each arrangement will include a card with your name, letting them know a gift has been made in their honor.
Mother’s Day is also a thoughtful opportunity to make a memorial donation, honoring the memory of someone special while supporting the mission of the Foundation. We appreciate the opportunity to help celebrate your loved ones! Please note that we can only deliver flowers to Bayview residents at this time.
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Introducing our New Board Member, Jennifer Weber
Jennifer Weber brings more than 25 years of nonprofit leadership and fundraising experience to Bayview Manor Foundation's Board, along with a personal connection to Bayview’s mission. As founder of Cornerstone Consulting, she has helped mission-driven organizations across Puget Sound build philanthropy and strengthen donor relationships.
Jennifer lived in Seattle for 22 years before moving to Bellingham in 2023. In her free time, she enjoys hiking, swimming, snowshoeing, biking, and reading. Her family chose Bayview for her mother, Susan Towle (pictured on the left), because of its strong sense of community and the security of knowing residents can remain in their home even if their financial circumstances change.
“What stands out most to me is the devotion and quality of the staff at Bayview,” Jennifer says. Now serving on the Foundation Board, she hopes to inspire others to give so that residents can continue to thrive at Bayview for years to come.
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Donor Spotlight: Mary Body & Al Raymond
At the heart of the Bayview Manor Foundation are the people who believe in its mission. Meet Mary Body and Al Raymond, who share why they choose to support the Foundation and invest in the future of the community.
Read Their Donor Story Here
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Thanks for reading our Foundation newsletter! Through this newsletter, we hope to share our successes, recent happenings, stories, upcoming events, and educational information with our donors, families, and friends.
Warmly,
Liz Anderson, Foundation Development Manager
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