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Retail location intended to divert as much reusable material as possible from the landfill and to build a culture of reuse in our community by providing salvaged and reclaimed building materials, vintage decor, and a place for community members to donate lightly used items.
As part of the larger PREPARES program, St. Joseph Catholic Church organizes a regular drop-in event to provide diapers, wipes, and other family supplies. All are welcome to receive support and attendees can sign up for more support through PREPARES state program.

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Home Goods
Families
Baby Supplies
Diapers & Formula
Helps Lynden community members with short-term, emergency assistance which may include utilities, rent, clothing, household goods, laundry, and transportation. Call to set up an appointment.

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Help Pay for Utilities
Emergency Payments
Help Pay for Housing
Help Pay for Gas
Help Pay for Transit
Bus Passes
Goods
Home Goods
Emergency
Clothing
Assists families with resources, information and problem solving to help their children succeed in school. Family Services Coordinators are located at Acme Elementary School, Kendall Elementary School, and Harmony Elementary School/ERC Preschool. For Spanish or Russian interpretation, call (360) 383-2065 or email [email protected].

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Emergency Food
Community Support Services
Navigating the System
Goods
Clothes for School
A place to shop and to donate quality new and used women’s clothing. Clothing vouchers provided for women in need. Back to Work Vouchers also available, good for 3 fully styled outfits for interviews or work. Call or visit the YWCA office to inquire about vouchers for yourself or for your organization.
Provides gently used clothing, furniture, and household items priced as low as possible. Bring a grocery bag and fill it with clothes and shoes for $5.
Helps community members with short-term, emergency assistance which may include utilities, rent, clothing, household goods, laundry, and transportation. 1-2 week regular turnaround.

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Help Pay for Gas
Emergency Payments
Help Pay for Food
Home Goods
Help Pay for Utilities
Goods
Help Pay for Car
Help Pay for Housing
Sends an age-appropriate book each month to all registered children in Whatcom County. All Whatcom County children aged zero to five are eligible for this free program.
A holiday gift assistance program for families living in the Blaine School District who are facing difficult financial circumstances. Gifts are arranged in a store-like setting where parents can purchase brand new, unwrapped toys marked down about 75%. Voucher assistance is available for families needing extra help.
Provides one sleeve of diapers and one pack of wipes per visit to families in Whatcom County who cannot afford enough diapers to keep their baby clean, dry, and healthy. To be eligible, a family must have children ages 0-5 yrs old, household income must be 60% AMI or less, and the family must not have other resources to cover the cost of items.
The Holiday Giving Store is set up just like a store, but gifts are free to families that qualify. The store is stocked with a variety of gifts and toys, and warm clothing like pajamas and sweatshirts are available for parents or guardians to choose for each child. Application typically opens in November.
Annual drive and distribution of winter coats, hats, gloves, and socks for men, women, and children living in Blaine, Birch Bay, Custer, and Point Roberts. Distribution typically takes place in late Autumn.
A seasonal clothing bank for residents of Sumas and surrounding communities. Typically open September through March. Check Facebook for latest updates.
Helps students and families connect with school and community resources.

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Personal Care Items
Home Goods
Clothing
Goods
Community Support Services
Navigating the System
Loans durable medical equipment to residents of Whatcom and Skagit Counties. Equipment loaned includes wheelchairs, walkers, crutches, canes, and bedside and bathroom helpers of all kinds.
Provides general information and resources for the East Whatcom County community. Resources include computer and phone access, notary, period and hygiene supplies, clothes, books, toys, household items, specialized intake support such as SNAP benefits, and more. Diapers available depending on supply, call ahead to check.

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Personal Care Items
Computer or Internet Access
Books
Notary
Community Support Services
Clothing
Home Goods
Goods
Diapers & Formula
Government Food Benefits
Navigating the System
Food Benefits
Low-income households or seniors who live in Ferndale or North Whatcom County can select free hygiene products, including menstrual supplies, baby diapers, wipes, and more. Available monthly.
Provides funds to families in need to help cover costs associated with medical bills, therapies and numerous other aspects of supporting a child or young adult on the autism spectrum. Applicants can request a yearly grant up to $1,000 to help cover the costs to get the care, support and items needed.

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Developmental Disability
Help Pay for Healthcare
Financial Assistance
Children
Teens
Money
Goods
Disability
A nonprofit that accepts new and gently used items, such as furniture, appliances, construction supplies, hardware and more. All proceeds go toward building safe, affordable housing in Whatcom County. Free donation pickup available.
Basic Needs provided free of charge to those in need in our community. Resources include clothing, household goods, toiletries, period supplies, cleaning supplies, diapers, emergency food, and more. Limited financial assistance available Mondays and Fridays.

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Baby Clothes
Diapers & Formula
Clothing
Home Goods
Personal Care Items
Financial Assistance
Baby Supplies
Emergency Food
Goods
Annual program available for graduates of Whatcom Dream's Financial Empowerment courses. Participants can shop for brand new toys and gifts at a 75% to 90% discount from the retail price.
A day-use center for at-risk, runaway and homeless youth ages 24 and under. Youth can connect with supportive adults, receive basic needs items such as food, clothing and gear for sleeping outside, and connect with other resources that will help them end their experience of homelessness.

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Near Homeless
Personal Care Items
Homeless
Emergency Food
Personal Hygiene
Goods
Clothing
Teens
Adults
Recreation
Navigating the System
Community Support Services
A non-profit charity helping to provide medical supplies to those in need. Supplies are free of charge to anyone who needs them. Message via email or Facebook Messenger for current supplies/requests.

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Goods
Health
Medical Supplies
Provides free clothing and household linens to residents of Blaine, Birch Bay, and Custer. Limited hygiene supplies may also be available.
Holiday assistance programs that provide lower-income families in our community with an opportunity to receive gifts, have gifts for their children, and funds to purchase food for a Christmas dinner celebration.

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