About Whidbey Island Bulletin
Whidbey Island Bulletin — or WI Bulletin — was created for one reason: to give Whidbey Island its own independent, reliable way for people to stay connected, to support each other, and to strengthen the local community.
Whidbey is a place people choose. A place where small businesses matter, where local organizations hold the island together, and where neighbors still depend on one another.
But staying connected — truly connected — requires infrastructure that belongs to the community, not to an algorithm or a corporation.
WI Bulletin isn't just a website. It's community infrastructure: a system built to keep local life flowing in good times and in hard times.
Why We Exist
Whidbey Island is strong because of its people — the businesses that anchor the economy, the nonprofits that support families, the farms that feed us, the civic groups that lead, and the residents who give their energy to the island.
But the world changes quickly. Economies shift. Platforms come and go. Communication gets scattered across dozens of places.
Whidbey needed one dependable system — built for the island, controlled by no outside entity, designed to help local life continue no matter what the larger world is doing.
WI Bulletin was created to:
- Support local businesses
- Strengthen organizations and civic groups
- Make events more successful
- Help residents find what they need
- Keep information circulating
- Build local resilience during uncertainty
- Ensure Whidbey can always rely on itself
This is the local loop, reinforced.
What We Are
WI Bulletin brings the core pieces of island life into one simple system:
Local Classifieds
Island-only buying, selling, trading, and service offerings. Every ad is from a resident — no mainland clutter, no noise. Browse classifieds.
Community Directory
A trusted directory of island businesses, farms, nonprofits, civic groups, and organizations. Each listing becomes its own connection point — a place where the community can learn about you, reach you, see your events, view your posts, and connect. Explore the directory.
Events & Announcements
A complete event ecosystem designed for how Whidbey actually operates. See upcoming events.
- Organizers create events
- Vendors can attach themselves
- Residents click "I'm Going" (no login needed)
- Real-time interest numbers display publicly
- Organizations can collaborate on events with their teams
Events become living community hubs, not isolated pages.
Tools That Strengthen Local Life
Flyers
Every event or post can generate a clean, ready-to-share flyer instantly.
- Create from scratch or from posts
- Download QR codes for posters
- Share online or offline
Collaborators
Organizations don't run on one person. Add team members with role-based permissions.
- Staff, volunteers, board members
- No shared logins needed
- Clean teamwork
Integrated Events
Events reflect real community dynamics with full integration.
- Organizer & vendor listings
- "I'm Going" builds momentum
- Auto calendar integration
Who It's For
Choose your path to see how WI Bulletin can help you:
For Residents
- Find goods, services, community groups, and opportunities in the directory
- Post your own ads in minutes
- See how many people plan to attend upcoming events
- Track workshops, classes, festivals, and island happenings
- Get involved — volunteer, support organizations, or discover local initiatives
Our Values
Community First
Designed to strengthen the connections that make Whidbey what it is.
Resilience
Local systems create stability during uncertain economic and social conditions.
Transparency
Simple, clear design with no algorithmic interference.
Trust
Island-only posting and respectful moderation keep the Bulletin safe and reliable.
Our Vision
A strong island is a connected island.
A connected island is a resilient island.
And a resilient island is one that can take care of itself.
WI Bulletin exists to help make that real — not through corporate platforms or mainland solutions, but through a local system built with intention, care, and respect for what makes Whidbey unique.
This is more than a tool. More than a website. More than a directory.
It's a foundation for a stronger Whidbey — created by someone who lives here, cares deeply about this place, and wants to see the island thrive for years to come.
Get in Touch
Have questions or want to get involved?
Contact Us