Posts Tagged women’s issues
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 »
Health Care Help is your Gift to the Community
Posted by Randi in Blog, Hot Opportunities on December 17th, 2009
Read this post for our Hotsheet 3 for this week!
Calling all Registered Nurses
Be a mentor for a nursing student.
Flexible Schedule.
Retired or working RNs welcome!
Did you know nursing students are seven times more likely to stay in school with a mentor?!
December Meaningful Giving Event for Non-Profits
This has been a tough year for many in our community and the needs of our area residents have grown substantially. Nonprofits provide the safety net, but they’ve been hit hard as well. Over 700 Whatcom County Realtors are answering the call to help, Read the rest of this entry »
Join us for Make A Difference Day!
Posted by Randi in Blog, Events, Hot Opportunities on September 24th, 2009
Get ready to pull on your work gloves and join Whatcom Volunteer Center and thousands of other volunteers for the 20th annual Make A Difference Day on Saturday, October 24, 2009.
Across the country, millions of people will participate Read the rest of this entry »
Placing Tina
Tina came to the Whatcom Volunteer Center to use volunteerism as a vehicle to get back into the work world. Due to a debilitating injury, her strength and confidence had been diminished. As a first step toward a more active life, she agreed to help sort the photo files at WVC. Read the rest of this entry »
Tack these opportunities on your Calendar
Posted by Randi in Hot Opportunities on August 5th, 2009
“The Mother of all Garage Sales!”
Help at a garage sale fundraiser at Lydia Place
to support moms & kids that are homeless.
Volunteer at any of the following times to gather and transport donations:
Saturday Aug. 8th- 9am to 4pm
Sunday Aug. 9th- noon to 4pm
Monday Aug. 10th- 2pm to 8pm
Tuesday Aug. 11th- 2pm to 8pm
Wednesday Aug. 12th- 2pm to 8pm
Volunteer at the actual garage sale at the following times:
Aug. 14th 8am – 7pm / Aug. 15th 8am – 3pm
located at the Sportsplex.
Can’t show up? Donate your stuff to the garage sale. Proceeds go to Lydia Place.
Click Here for more information about the Garage Sale
Call (360) 671-7663 to help out or for additional information.
School’s almost here
Through the Opportunity Council, community donations provide school supplies for children who are homeless or in very low-income families.
Sort, organize and inventory school supplies on one or both of the following days:
August 13th or 14th
Call Shawn Collins at (360) 734-5121 ext. 233 to help out or for additional information.
Nourish your community
Help out at the Ferndale Community Meals.
Serve & clean up on the 2nd & 4th Saturday of the month.
Opportunities available this Saturday on August 8 or 22!
10 am – 12 pm
Located at United Church of Ferndale
Call (360) 384-1422 to sign up or for more information
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