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What’s All the Buzz About!?
Posted by Susan in Blog, Events, Hot Opportunities on March 1st, 2010
The WVC offices have been abuzz with activity for the past few weeks–Project Homeless Connect is this Thursday; we’re getting the word out about the free CPR/First aid Training on March 20, our Theatre Guild fundraiser happening April 8, the Heart and Hands volunteer awards event coming up the last Sunday in April and the Human Race kickoff on April 20-22. The buzz is from the activity of the many volunteers that make up a large part of the organizing teams. 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 »
January 2010 Newsletter
Posted by Jodi in Newsletters on January 15th, 2010
Read our newsletter as a downloadable PDF or continue on for the web version the following newsletter articles:
- Turning Houses into Homes
- Plan to Volunteer for Project Homeless Connect on March 4, 2010
- Whatcom Giveathon
- STATE BUDGET CUTS & WVC
- SAVE THE DATE: THURSDAY, MARCH 4: Enjoy a fantastic evening of theatre without leaving town…
- Biker’s Fighting Cancer Distribute Gifts
Holidays: Caring vs. Commercialism?
Posted by Randi in Blog, Hot Opportunities on December 11th, 2009
I hear complaints that the holiday season has been commercialized and transformed into an obligation to give meaningless gifts to strangers and family members that only hear from you once a year.
At Whatcom Volunteer Center, we have the privilige of hearing about the holiday spirit on a daily basis: fundraisers, donations and volunteering that happens within the nonprofit world. Read the rest of this entry »
Thanksgiving Story #26
(Editor’s note: I observe the tradition of going around the turkey table and telling stories about what we are thankful for. I find it to be a good reminder of what’s important. Here is this year’s edition.)
“We got the turkey and everything,” Jane tells me as she sits in a lawn chair in her living room. I had just met her five minutes ago. She is Native American and had lived on the Lummi Reservation in a tiny trailer for nine years. Just a week ago she found housing through Whatcom Homeless Service Center, and now she lives in a small but nice two-bedroom apartment in Bellingham.
She showed me the spot where she had been sleeping on the floor in the living room next to the TV for the last six nights. Read the rest of this entry »
More than Just a Blanket of Thanks
In the spirit of Thanksgiving and inspired by this great community, we have many thanks to give. Here are some specific thank yous from us to you.
We’re Thankful for… Read the rest of this entry »
We’re Thankful for Those Who Volunteer
Posted by Randi in Blog, Hot Opportunities on November 24th, 2009
Say Thank You to Your Community by Showing You Care
Need Volunteers with Trucks to help Virtual Furniture Bank
Don’t have a lot of time? Volunteer on an on-call basis. Read the rest of this entry »
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