Get Involved: Join a Mason County REALTORS® Committee!
At Mason County Association of REALTORS® (MCAR), we are powered by volunteers.
Our REALTORS® and affiliate members are the heart of everything we do — and your time, energy, and ideas make all the difference!
Our REALTORS® and affiliate members are the heart of everything we do — and your time, energy, and ideas make all the difference!
As an MCAR member, joining a committee is one of the best ways to connect, grow, give back, and have a blast doing it. Whether you're passionate about advocacy, education, events, or community outreach, there’s a place for you here. All committees are open to new members and you're welcome to attend a meeting any time! Check our Calendar for the upcoming Committee Meetings.
Why Get Involved?
✔️ Build stronger relationships with REALTORS® and affiliates
✔️ Boost your visibility and leadership within the industry
✔️ Support important causes that impact your business and community
✔️ Learn, grow, and make a lasting difference!
✔️ Boost your visibility and leadership within the industry
✔️ Support important causes that impact your business and community
✔️ Learn, grow, and make a lasting difference!
🤝 Affiliate & Member Care Committee
Chair: Isaiah Johnston | John L. Scott Shelton | 2026 3-Year Director
Co-Chair: Tara Phillips | Land Title Company | 2026 Secretary
Co-Chair: Tara Phillips | Land Title Company | 2026 Secretary
Support the heart of our association — our members!
This committee focuses on welcoming new REALTORS® and affiliates, recognizing member milestones, and promoting a positive, connected MCAR community. From member appreciation efforts to outreach initiatives, you’ll help make sure everyone feels valued and supported.
This committee focuses on welcoming new REALTORS® and affiliates, recognizing member milestones, and promoting a positive, connected MCAR community. From member appreciation efforts to outreach initiatives, you’ll help make sure everyone feels valued and supported.
🏆 Awards Committee
Chairs: Michelle Himlie and Hollyanna Vopat-Steiner
Michelle Himlie | Windermere Himlie | 2026 MCAR President
Hollyanna Vopat-Steiner | Peninsula Credit Union | 2026 MCAR Treasurer
Michelle Himlie | Windermere Himlie | 2026 MCAR President
Hollyanna Vopat-Steiner | Peninsula Credit Union | 2026 MCAR Treasurer
Help recognize the outstanding REALTORS® and affiliates who make a difference.
This committee manages the nomination process and selects our prestigious REALTOR® and Affiliate of the Year awards. Meetings begin around August.
This committee manages the nomination process and selects our prestigious REALTOR® and Affiliate of the Year awards. Meetings begin around August.
🌍 Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Committee
Chairs: Tara Phillips | Land Title Company | Washington REALTORS® 2026 DEI Committee Member
Miranda Elliott | Windermere Himlie | 2025 MCAR Past President | Washington REALTORS® 2026 DEI Committee Member
Help MCAR continue to grow as an inclusive, welcoming organization for all.
The DEI Committee works to promote awareness, education, and action on diversity, equity, and inclusion within the REALTOR® community. From hosting cultural awareness events to fostering fair housing education, this committee plays a vital role in ensuring that every member — and every client — feels seen, respected, and valued.
The DEI Committee works to promote awareness, education, and action on diversity, equity, and inclusion within the REALTOR® community. From hosting cultural awareness events to fostering fair housing education, this committee plays a vital role in ensuring that every member — and every client — feels seen, respected, and valued.
🎓 Education Committee
Chair: Michelle Himlie | Windermere Himlie
Help bring top-notch learning to Mason County!
Find and coordinate clock-hour classes, secure locations, and keep our members up to date — especially during important cycles like the required Code of Ethics year.
Find and coordinate clock-hour classes, secure locations, and keep our members up to date — especially during important cycles like the required Code of Ethics year.
💰 Finance Committee
Chair: Hollyanna Vopat-Steiner | Peninsula Credit Union
Keep our association thriving and strong!
This committee oversees the MCAR budget, meets quarterly to review finances, and helps plan responsibly for our future.
This committee oversees the MCAR budget, meets quarterly to review finances, and helps plan responsibly for our future.
🏛️ Government Affairs Committee
Chair: Kristian Schonberg | Windermere Peninsula Properties | Washington REALTORS® Legislative Steering Committee Member
Shape the future of Mason County and beyond!
This committee tracks political developments, supports important local initiatives like school levies and zoning issues, and recommends advocacy actions to the Board of Directors.
(Bonus: It's a key committee for REALTORS® and members who want to make their voices heard!)
This committee tracks political developments, supports important local initiatives like school levies and zoning issues, and recommends advocacy actions to the Board of Directors.
(Bonus: It's a key committee for REALTORS® and members who want to make their voices heard!)
🎉 Installation & Auction Committee
Installation Chair: Krisy Henry | Windermere Himlie | MCAR 2026 Vice President-President Elect
Auction Chair: Colleen Hollingsworth | Land Title Company
Throw the party of the year!
This committee plans our annual Installation Dinner — setting up everything from the menu and entertainment to the induction of our new Board of Directors. This committee is chaired by the incoming president. Plus, help organize the live auction fundraiser benefiting the YMCA and Angels & Cherubs Program.
This committee plans our annual Installation Dinner — setting up everything from the menu and entertainment to the induction of our new Board of Directors. This committee is chaired by the incoming president. Plus, help organize the live auction fundraiser benefiting the YMCA and Angels & Cherubs Program.
🦪 OysterFest Committee
Chair: Amber Shrum | Mason County Cleanouts
We need a co-chair!
Mason County’s favorite (and most delicious) tradition!
Our 2026 OysterFest (October 3rd & 4th) is already raring to go! MCAR has a famous booth, serving our legendary Oysters Rockefeller. The committee begins planning early and prepares the shift schedules, the necessary permits, getting people involved, and more! 100% of the funds from this weekend go to our Scholarship Fund.
Our 2026 OysterFest (October 3rd & 4th) is already raring to go! MCAR has a famous booth, serving our legendary Oysters Rockefeller. The committee begins planning early and prepares the shift schedules, the necessary permits, getting people involved, and more! 100% of the funds from this weekend go to our Scholarship Fund.
🗳️ RPAC (REALTORS® Political Action Committee)
Chair: Isaiah Johnston | John L Scott, Shelton, District 6 Trustee
Support the future of real estate!
RPAC raises funds for REALTOR®-friendly candidates and advocates for policies that protect property rights — and your bottom line. Help plan exciting fundraisers, recognize RPAC investors, and promote the benefits of investment in our industry.
RPAC raises funds for REALTOR®-friendly candidates and advocates for policies that protect property rights — and your bottom line. Help plan exciting fundraisers, recognize RPAC investors, and promote the benefits of investment in our industry.
🎓 Scholarship Committee
Chair: Melissa Lee | John L. Scott Shelton
Co-Chair: Isaiah Johnston | John L. Scott Shelton
Make dreams come true!
Help select the next generation of leaders by reviewing scholarship applications, interviewing candidates, and presenting awards to our deserving local students.
Help select the next generation of leaders by reviewing scholarship applications, interviewing candidates, and presenting awards to our deserving local students.
🎒 School Supply Drive
Chair: Mitch Smith | Guild Mortgage
Make a difference one backpack at a time!
This committee organizes our annual School Supply Drive, gathering and distributing essential supplies to help local students start the school year strong. Join us in supporting education and giving kids the tools they need to succeed!
This committee organizes our annual School Supply Drive, gathering and distributing essential supplies to help local students start the school year strong. Join us in supporting education and giving kids the tools they need to succeed!
Ready to Make a Difference?
We need YOU!
Getting involved is easy, rewarding, and a fantastic way to expand your network while giving back to the profession you love.
Getting involved is easy, rewarding, and a fantastic way to expand your network while giving back to the profession you love.
👉 Contact any Committee Chair or reach out to the MCAR office to learn more and sign up today!