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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.

Categories

Food Benefits
Navigating the System
Government Food Benefits
Goods
Home Goods
Clothing
Books
Personal Care Items
Computer or Internet Access
Notary
Diapers & Formula
Community Support Services
Proceeds from purchases at the WHS Thrift Shop benefit daily operations and care for the domestic, wild and farm animals in our shelters.
Apply online or in person to receive a free library card. Adult applicants will ned to provide a photo ID.
Apply online or in person to receive a free library card.
Apply online or in person to receive a free library card.
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.
Apply online or in person to receive a free library card.
Apply online or in person to receive a free library card.
Youth in foster care and their caregivers can shop in-person or submit an online request for free clothing, shoes, school supplies, toys, books, free tickets to events and other essentials.

Categories

Clothes for School
Books
Clothing
Supplies for School
Foster Youth
Toys & Gifts
Baby Clothes
Adoption & Foster Care
Services provided onsite include clothing and household items, hygiene supplies (Other Bank), transportation assistance, shower and laundry referrals, help with City of Ferndale water and sewer bills (Utility Fund), computer and phone use, housing and job search, community resource navigation and referrals, and more.

Categories

Navigating the System
Computer or Internet Access
Interview Training
Home Goods
Clothing
Goods
Community Support Services
Bus Passes
Work
Help Find Work
Resume Development
Food
There are two primary ways to receive help: request volunteers to help with simple work, or submit a request for help/financial assistance which will be shared with church partners. There are no guarantees for assistance, and it can take some time (often 3-8 weeks) to arrange. Fill out the "Get Help" form online to request assistance.

Categories

Maintenance & Repairs
Help Pay for Healthcare
Financial Assistance
Furniture
Help Pay for Food
Help Pay for Gas
Help Pay for Transit
Help Pay for Utilities
Spiritual Support
Apply online or in person to receive a free library card. Adult applicants will ned to provide a photo ID.
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.

Categories

Financial Assistance
Personal Care Items
Home Goods
Clothing
Diapers & Formula
Baby Clothes
Baby Supplies
Emergency Food
Goods
Apply online or in person to receive a free library card. Adult applicants will ned to provide a photo ID.
Apply online or in person to receive a free library card.
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 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.
Improves a home’s energy efficiency, durability, indoor air quality and addresses health and safety concerns. Weatherization services focus on attic, floor and wall insulation, reducing drafts, heating system cleaning and safety inspection and ventilation improvements. Available for both homeowners and renters with landlord permission.

Categories

Maintenance & Repairs
Home Owners
Health & Safety
Efficient Appliances
Apply online or in person to receive a free library card.
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.
Social action program that has free household essentials for community members in need, including clothes, food products, and diapers.
Apply online or in person to receive a free library card.
Apply online or in person to receive a free library card. Adult applicants will ned to provide a photo ID.
Apply online or in person to receive a free library card.
Apply online or in person to receive a free library card.

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