There’s an interconnectedness in Assistance League of Bellingham that gives each member, each customer that walks into our Thrift & Gift Shop and each recipient of our philanthropic programs a lasting bond that is the strength of our Whatcom County community. That bond is especially felt during the Christmas Season.  Customers find treasures that […]

When a visitor enters the Lobby of the Whatcom Museum (Old City Hall) during the Christmas Holidays, the first thing that catches their eye is Assistance League’s Christmas Tree with an antique lighted topper and adorned with all the magic of lights and silver tinsel.  The red ornaments highlighted against the tinsel invites the viewer […]

Every year the first Tuesday in December is recognized around the world as GIVING TUESDAY, a global day of generosity where people everywhere are encouraged to give to nonprofits that are impacting lives. This year were have joined with other local service organizations on the Washington Gives website to make donating to Assistance League of […]

A special thank you to the MARY H STORER FOUNDATION who recently gave a generous $40K grant to Assistance League of Bellingham to support our Operation School Bell program and our five other philanthropic programs. We are proud to receive such a large donation that will impact the lives of children and adults here in […]

One of the many reasons we have to be thankful at Assistance League of Bellingham is for our amazing Community Volunteers! These are non-members who help us out with their valuable time and expertise. One such volunteer is Lisa Schessler, of Bea Hamster Sews, who is a licensed and certified sewing machine repair specialist. Lisa […]

Assistance League of Bellingham’s annual Yule Boutique held on Saturday, November 2th, 2024 was a fabulous success! Assistance League member volunteers were absolutely thrilled with the huge turnout at our annual fundraiser. A huge thank you to all of our friends, family and customers. All proceeds from this fun-filled event support our six community programs in […]