Posts Tagged children
Nonprofit to Know #4: Assistance League
That’s right, shopping can support children, domestic violence victims and senior citizens!
Have “no idea” what Assistance League is? It’s okay, Zach, Max, Steven and Brad of Western Washington University didn’t either…until one fateful day when they volunteered there to fulfill a class requirement and walked away with much more than class credit.
Assitance League is a national organization with a Bellingham branch run mostly by volunteers. Basically, they raise money, mostly through their Thrift & Gift Shop (1322 Cornwall Ave) for far-reaching programs: programs you know about, but didn’t know Assistance League was behind it all. Read the rest of this entry »
Nonprofits to Know #3: Communities In Schools
Posted by Randi in Blog, Events, Hot Opportunities on March 2nd, 2010
One in three kids in Whatcom County will fail to graduate from high school. I hope you agree with me that even one high school dropout is a real problem: one we can solve together. Read the rest of this entry »
What Volunteering Has Meant to Me
Written by: Lacey Kara, Western Washington University student
I moved to Bellingham, WA from Boston, MA at the beginning of my sophomore year of high school. Not knowing anybody or having any other “niche,” I joined our high school’s volunteer organization called “Key Club.” I felt like I would be accepted here, if anywhere, and I would have the opportunity to meet new people while volunteering at various locations around Whatcom County, and the place I now call home. Read the rest of this entry »
Volunteering: Selfless AND Selfish?
Volunteerism is a selfless, sacrificial act…at least that’s what everyone thinks. But let’s be honest, it can benefit the volunteer almost equally, or more. Think about it: volunteering is a way to meet new people, network amongst nonprofits, get class credit, build your resume, gain experience, get personal satisfaction, and stroke your ego a little bit. Amongst all of these secret motivations to volunteer, you know that someone else benefits from the time & energy you put in. Read the rest of this entry »
Nonprofits to Know #2: Northwest Youth Services
Amongst all the conversations about health care, social security and voting for school funding, at the heart of what we are discussing is the legacy we are leaving for today’s youth. In the spirit of creating opportunity for youth locally, we have Northwest Youth Services (NWYS), whose heart and energy is completely invested in the youth of our community.
Why Do You Want to Volunteer at Project Homeless Connect?
100 people sitting in a room, facing a projector screen, and still we decide to go around the room and introduce every person, one-by-one. A sigh and a passing thought of how much time this is going to take, until the comments people have are so riveting, the time flies and I want more. Read the rest of this entry »
A Trip to WVC is “Well Worth the Time!”
Written By: Lacey Kara, WWU Service-Learning student
Despite volunteering for local non-profit organizations, such as Big Brothers and Big Sisters, and Bellingham Parks and Recreation through Whatcom Volunteer Center, and frequently viewing their list of current volunteer opportunities, I’ve never been to their office. Last week, I finally visited the WVC office, and discovered what else they have to offer. Not only do they provide a place for volunteers and local non-profits seeking opportunities and assistance to be matched, but they have their own programs established in our community. Three such programs include “Volunteer Chore Program,” “House 2 Home Network,” and “Project Warm-Up.” Read the rest of this entry »
Second annual Project Homeless Connect works to end homelessness in Whatcom County
Posted by Randi in Blog, Events, Hot Opportunities on January 21st, 2010
Bellingham, Wash – On March 4, 2010, more than 600 people in Whatcom County will receive free, confidential services, including dental care, medical exams, vision screening, women’s health care, information on veteran benefits, housing assistance, and much more. Project Homeless Connect will be held in downtown Bellingham, at the Depot Market Square, The Majestic, Central Lutheran Church, Whatcom County Annex, YWCA and Red Cedar Dharma Hall. Read the rest of this entry »
How to Help Haiti
As we are all too aware, on Tuesday Haiti experienced an earthquake that caused devastation beyond what words and photos can convey. There is tremendous loss of life, catastrophic damage to most buildings affecting a third of the population, and dire need for food, water and medical care. Our thoughts are with the people of Haiti and their families and loved ones. Read the rest of this entry »
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: A Day On
Posted by Randi in Blog, Hot Opportunities on January 13th, 2010
Martin Luther King Jr. Day has been declared as “a day on, not a day off.” Be a part of the movement.
See volunteer opportunities below for MLK Jr. week. Read the rest of this entry »
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