Transforming Lives  •  Strengthening Community

Philanthropic Programs

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Books and Beyond

Reading Promotes
Knowledge

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Operation
School Bell

New Clothes
Boost Self Confidence

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Enrichment Scholarship

Providing Enriching
Opportunities

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Care Center Support

Being Remembered
Feeling Loved

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Eating Healthy
Program

Connecting Kids
to Healthy Food

Year in Review

1966

 K-12 students
clothed in
Whatcom County 

$70,256

in scholarships
awarded to students
in Whatcom County

2,750

 books donated through
Books and Beyond
 program

News & Events

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  • Yule Boutique

Save the Date: Assistance League’s Annual Yule Boutique, Saturday, Nov. 2nd

Join us at our popular Yule Boutique! You won’t want to miss our famous 15-foot-long table loaded with cookies, candies and cakes. Also featured are handcrafted gifts, soup mixes, holiday decoration and vintage collectibles. Free admission. Come early…bring a friend! This annual fundraiser supports our five community programs in Whatcom County.  

Over $70,000 in Enrichment Scholarships Awarded in 2024

Congratulations to the Whatcom County students who won Enrichment Scholarship Awards from Assistance League of Bellingham! Ninety-one scholarships were awarded to middle school and high school students for a total of $70,256. The funds were raised through our Thrift & Gift Shop sales and other fundraising efforts. Click on the link below for the list […]

College Student Discount Days Coming Soon to Assistance League’s Thrift & Gift Shop

Assistance League of Bellingham’s Thrift & Gift Shop is holding two College Student Discount Days. On Saturday, Sept, 28th and Saturday Oct. 5th, college students who show a valid student ID will receive 20% off all items in our shop. This sale does not include items already on sale. Students…now is a great time to […]

Operation School Bell: Clothing Students for Success in 2024-2025

Operation School Bell (OSB) is thrilled to announce the successful launch of our 2024-2025 program, bringing warmth and dignity to students across Whatcom County. Thanks to a generous budget increase and overwhelming community support, we’ve expanded our reach and impact this year.  Program Highlights Increased Support:  We’ve purchased 2,044 JCPenney gift cards, each valued at […]

Whatcom Talk: Assistance League of Bellingham Offers a Path to Literacy

Assistance League of Bellingham Offers a Path to Literacy

Assistance League of Bellingham Earns 2024 Platinum Seal with @CandidDot Org!

We just earned our 2024 Platinum Seal with @CandidDotOrg! We are excited to share the work our nonprofit does though our #NonprofitProfile. Learn how you can support us and make a difference. https://www.guidestar.org/profile/91-1039776

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