Family and friends of Elizabeth Welch have set up a fundraiser account at Wells Fargo Bank to help with the expense of the medical costs from her cancer surgery and treatments.

President of the Island Arts League, Welch is a gifted artist with a master’s degree in history and well known for her passion for drama and theater.

Donations can be made by check either in person or through the mail to the Elizabeth Welch Fund, at the Friday Harbor branch of Wells Fargo Bank, P.O. Box 189, Friday Harbor, WA 98250.