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Before and After School Enrichment - Whatcom Family YMCA

Childcare offered before and after school in conjunction with school districts. Includes supervised and facilitated activities meant to to engage and aid in youth development. Operated on site at participating schools. Program hours vary by location, see website for specific information.

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4-H Clubs - WSU Extension Whatcom County

Local youth development clubs to grow physical, mental, and emotional health. Clubs participate in a wide variety of activities, often focused on nature, farming, science, and culture.

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Whatcom Family and Community Network - Roosevelt Neighborhood Resource Center

Promotes the well-being of children, youth, and families by convening and supporting communities to build their capacity. WFCN networks for collective action on issues that matter; to develop community capacity through prevention strategies, such as leadership and skill development and increasing healthy activities to reduce substance abuse and other harmful behavior.

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Teen Drop-In Center - Bellingham YMCA

Free drop-in spot for teens 6th-12th grades, including snacks, games, art, homework help, and more.

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Outdoors Programs - Vamos Outdoors Project

A variety of outdoor and academic programs that operate seasonally throughout the year. Activities include biking, climbing, swimming, hiking, snowboarding, and kayaking when seasonally appropriate. All programs are free of charge and priority is given to Latine, Migrant, Multilingual, Newcomer and low income families. Visit website to view current activities and sign up.

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Early Learning - Whatcom Family YMCA

The Y operates 3 Bellingham located state-licensed, non-profit child development centers for infants to pre-kindergarten. Part-time (up to 3 days/week) and Full-Time (4-5 days/week) options, dependent on availability.

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MAD HOPE - Roosevelt Neighborhood Resource Center

Youth suicide prevention program with trainings designed by youth and the community. Training is based on current suicide prevention research, and aims to open up a conversation about suicide, help combat stigma surrounding mental illnesses and suicide, and help others learn how to identify and intervene with a loved one.

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Healthy Living Programs - Bellingham YMCA

The YMCA offers a variety of reoccurring classes and programs to encourage healthy living, prevent chronic disease, and learn about managing ongoing health issues. Program topics and availability are variable and dependent on community interest, learn more online.

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Summer Migrant Program - Vamos Outdoors Project

In partnership with area schools, this service provides summer school programs for Migrant and Latine youth that combine bilingual academic instruction with outdoor experiences. These summer programs allow Vamos to help families that move temporarily to the area to work in agriculture by providing a space for their children to engage in meaningful activities and enjoy their temporary home while their parents are at work. Children are enrolled based on where they live and what school they attend, with priority given to participants that are multilingual and whose dominant language is Spanish.

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Strengthening Families - Washington State University Extension

Multi-week classes to help parents and youth communicate better and encourage positive youth development. For parents/caregivers with 10-14 year old children. Dinner provided. Provided at various locations, check website for available programs.

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