||| FROM INDIVISIBLE SAN JUAN. ISLAND |||
As we near Thanksgiving, amid this administration’s cruelty, we wanted to reach out. We know it’s through community that we will weather this authoritarian regime, and how fortunate we are to live in such a caring, giving, and supportive community!
Many of us are aware of San Juan County agencies and community partnerships making resources available to islanders. Still, we’d like to highlight a few to make sure no one slips through the cracks. While we can’t list all of the local non-profits doing the good work, thankfully, there are too many to list; these local organizations can direct you to services and resources available should you need them. Together, we will get through these unprecedented times.
Friday Harbor Food Bank – 360-378-9880, come visit 500 Market St. Friday Harbor www.
Joyce L. Sobel Family Resource Center – 360-378-5246 https://jlsfrc.
Meals on Wheels – Mullis Center 360-370-7526 Home-delivered meals on M,W,F. Homebound seniors age 60+, $5 suggested donation.
Community Meals – Mullis Center 360-370-7526 Meals on Mondays and Wednesdays at the Mullis Center. Seniors age 60+, disabled adults, $5 and $10 suggested donation.
San Juan Islands Food Hub – 503-922-1492 An online marketplace of locally grown/ produced food. The San Juan Islands Food Hub accepts EBT payments. Contact Market Manager sarah@sjifh.com sjifh.com
San Juan County – www.
OPALCO Call 360-376-3500 to speak with a Member Services Team for the Energy Assist Program. Also, Project Pal Grant during heating season, November-April, online application https://www.
San Juan Island Community Foundation – 360-378-1001 https://sjicf.
SJICF compiled a directory of service organizations serving San Juan Island. SJICF supports many of the above nonprofits. This is a wonderful island resource!
Food for thought: If you are in a position to support any of these local non-profits with a tax-deductible donation, please do so in the name of Democracy. We the People will make the difference in our communities while we fight to bring back decency, decorum, and a democracy for all to be proud of.
FYI! A few island-time traditions continue this holiday season…
Thanksgiving Day Free Community Dinner – Thursday, November 27, 2025, Noon-5 pm at Friday Harbor Suites www.islandthanksgiving.
Nana’s Holiday House – 20 First St. (The old Toy Box location) A kid’s only affordable holiday shopping experience for their family and friends. Gift certificates will be given to FRC, FHES, FHMS, and FHMS for those families in need. Opens Dec. 3 at 2 pm! Hours will be Wed. & Fri. 2 pm-5 pm and Sat. & Sun.11 am-5 pm Facebook Page for Nana’s Holiday House
NEW! We created a public Facebook page to post our events and pertinent information for quick reference and the ability to share with your circle of influence without them having to be in our private group. Check it out and give it a Like! Indivisible San Juan Island Facebook Public Page
We hope this letter helps in some way, whether it’s information you can use to assist you and your family, or you can share with your friends and neighbors.
Let’s hold onto hope that change is coming, as the cracks are widening in this administration with the release of Epstein’s estate emails. We will reach out as we hear from the national Indivisible Team. Meanwhile, let’s continue to take care of one another.
In solidarity and with gratitude,
Your Indivisible San Juan Island Team ~
Tamela, Diane, Barb, Audrey, Susan G., Susan W., Beth, Brad and Debbi
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