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Garbage and Recycling Resources - Whatcom County Health and Community Services

County resources for disposal of trash, including hazardous waste, yard waste, needles, and recycling options.

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Home Goods
Health & Safety
Anyone in Need

Blaine Clothing Bank - The CAP Center

Provides free clothing and household linens to residents of Blaine, Birch Bay, and Custer. Limited hygiene supplies may also be available.

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Goods
Clothing

Wheel to Walk

A non-profit organization that helps children with disabilities, 20 years and younger, obtain medical and adaptive equipment or therapy services not provided by insurance.

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Children (2-12 years old)
All Disabilities
Medical Supplies
Goods

Blaine and Birch Bay Community Toy Store - The CAP Center

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.

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Toys & Gifts
Children (2-12 years old)
Goods
Families

Basics for Babies - Opportunity Council Community Resource Center

Provides one sleeve of diapers and one pack of wipes per visit to families in Whatcom County. 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.

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Families
Children (2-12 years old)
Infants (<1 year old)
Baby Supplies
Diapers
Goods

PREPARES Diaper Giveaway - St. Joseph Church

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
Infants (<1 year old)
Families
Baby Supplies
Diapers

The Christmas Shoppe - The Whatcom Dream

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.

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Families
Goods
Low-Income
Toys & Gifts
Children (2-12 years old)

Ben's Fund Grants - Ben's Fund

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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Financial Assistance
Development Disability
Money
Goods
Teens (13-19 years old)
Help Pay for Healthcare
Children (2-12 years old)
All Disabilities

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library - United Way of Whatcom County

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.

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Goods
Books
Children (2-12 years old)

Dominic's Closet

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

Al Boe Wheelchair Warehouse

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.

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Health
Limited Mobility
Goods
Medical Supplies

Thrift Store - We Care of Whatcom County

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.

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Home Goods
Clothing
Goods
Furniture

Hope House

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 Supplies
Baby Clothes
Financial Assistance
Emergency Food
Medical Supplies
Home Goods
Personal Care Items
Diapers
Clothing

RE Store

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.

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Home Goods
Furniture

The Ground Floor - Northwest Youth Services

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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Personal Care Items
Navigating the System
Near Homeless
Homeless
Personal Hygiene
Adults (31-54 years old)
Emergency Food
Clothing
Goods
Teens (13-19 years old)
Community Support Services
Young Adults (20-30 years old)
Recreation

Sumas Community Clothesline - Sumas Advent Christian Church

A seasonal clothing bank for residents of Sumas and surrounding communities. Typically open September through March. Check Facebook for latest updates.

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Goods
Clothing

Thursday Afternoon with Our Friends - St Peters Catholic Church

Social action program that has free household essentials for community members in need, including clothes, food products, and diapers.

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Home Goods
Clothing
Food Pantry
Diapers

Thrift Shop - Whatcom Humane Society Thrift Shop

Proceeds from purchases at the WHS Thrift Shop benefit daily operations and care for the domestic, wild and farm animals in our shelters.

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Books
Furniture
Clothing
Home Goods
Goods

Mount Baker Family Services - Mount Baker High School

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. \nFor Spanish or Russian interpretation, call (360) 383-2065 or email [email protected].

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Community Support Services
Navigating the System
Emergency Food
Goods
Clothes for School

Ferndale Holiday Giving Store - Ferndale Community Resource Center

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.

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Toys & Gifts
Goods

Christmas Assistance - Salvation Army

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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Goods
Help Pay for Food
Toys & Gifts

Ferndale Other Bank - Ferndale Community Resource Center

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.

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Baby Supplies
Personal Hygiene
Goods

Ferndale Community Resource Center

Services provided onsite include clothing and household items, hygiene supplies, transportation assistance, shower and laundry referrals, help with City of Ferndale water and sewer bills, computer and phone use, housing and job search, community resource navigation and referrals, and more.

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Clothing
Home Goods
Interview Training
Navigating the System
Help Find Work
Bus Passes
Resume Development
Computer or Internet Access
Community Support Services

Get Help - We Care of Whatcom County

Offers help with housewares, clothing, food, limited furniture, and basic toiletries to help offset day to day expenses.

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Furniture
Help Pay for Food
Home Goods
Maintenance & Repairs
Spiritual Support
Clothing

Habitat Store - Habitat for Humanity

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.

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Furniture
Home Goods
Goods

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