The Orcas Island Community Foundation has announced that Fred Whitridge will be honored for his leadership in philanthropy at the Report to Community Luncheon on Thursday, Sept. 13.

Whitridge has been instrumental in the development and support of many island organizations, including the San Juan Preservation Trust, OPAL Community Land Trust, Orcas Center, Public Library and OICF.

The luncheon held Thursday, Sept. 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Rosario’s Beach House (formerly the Discovery House) is open to the community. Call OICF at 376-6423 to purchase tickets ($35) and reserve a place.