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TANGERINE TRAVEL CHARITY
FOUNDATION

The Tangerine Travel Charity Foundation is a public non-profit, volunteer-driven organization committed to the public benefit though philanthropy and hard work.

A VOLUNTEER-DRIVEN AND CAUSE-WORTHY ORGANIZATION

The Tangerine Travel Charity Foundation will help to enrich the lives of our neighbors in the Pacific Northwest region, with respect and compassion for people and their own capabilities. As the Foundation continues to mature, its mission will remain steadfast.

BENEFICIARIES

Babies of Homelessness

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Babies of Homelessness works hard each year to provide diapers, wipes, and formula to thousands of children in King and Snohomish counties, helping to improve the lives of low-income families in our communities. Families with infants and toddlers face various challenges that affect their ability to meet children's basic needs and food, clothing, and housing are among the most significant challenges for families living in poverty. In fact, one in two families lack diapers to keep their children warm and dry, which are in fact the fourth highest living expense among low-income families.

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Since 2016, Babies of Homelessness has served parents or guardians with young children facing homelessness, residing in subsidized housing, or living in underserved rural communities. Families call the BoH intake line and order essentials in preferred sizes. BoH is the only agency in our area that allows families to call or text directly to order what they need and receive a significant diaper supply each month. Additionally, BoH has established partnerships with human service agencies such as food banks, shelters, a human trafficking program, refugee assistance, and other services to help families meet more of their needs.

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Babies of Homelessness has delivered diapers to more than 15,000 children in 2023 and the need keeps growing! Their goal is to provide more than 1 million diapers in 2024 and are in need of help to get the supplies they need.

Christmas House
 

Christmas House is a 100% volunteer, non-profit organization in Everett, Washington that has been serving the children of Snohomish County since 1981. It provides an opportunity for qualifying, low-income, Snohomish County parents to select free holiday gifts for their children age infant – 18 yrs old.

 

In 2023 more than 52,000 gifts made their way from the Christmas House store to 2,940 homes, helping to make it a happy holiday for more than 8,230 children. Hundreds of people contribute to the success of Christmas House. Some contribute their time, some donate money or gifts, some hold fundraisers, some volunteer their skills.

VALUES
Helping and serving - doing our part to strengthen the community and help those in need.

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MISSION

The founders and staff of the Foundation embrace a core set of values:

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  • Integrity – The Board and staff will be open and honest with one another, and the community. We will encourage the highest possible standards of conduct and ethics.

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  • Respect for All People – The Board and staff, in all of their work on behalf of the Foundation, will show graciousness and respect to all people. The success of the Foundation is enriched by soliciting and considering the innovative ideas and advice of others.

 

  • Commitment to Effectiveness – The Board will identify unique and strategic opportunities to advance positive change. Taking a long-term view, the Board will measure and evaluate effectiveness as best as possible to ensure strategies and tactics are on target.

 

  • Capacity to Think Big – The Board will initiate and be receptive to ideas in which a large commitment of funds and/or time can make a unique and lasting contribution. The Foundation will operate in a way that ensures flexibility to respond to such opportunities.

 

  • Governance – Our Board of Directors understands and embraces its responsibility to oversee the Foundation's mission, strategic direction, finances and operations, and will do so honestly and with integrity. The Board establishes clear and understandable policies and ensures that these policies are followed.

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Board of Directors

  • Angie Lepley, President

  • Tara Patton, VP

  • Jodene Rohde, Treasurer

  • Brian Forester, Secretary

  • Susan Milam

  • Karen Ferguson

  • Georgia Smith

  • Jessica Downing

  • Barbara Konrad

  • Dana Mountain

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