YWCA Bellingham: Empowering women since 1907.
Our Mission
Get Involved
Want to make a difference for women in Whatcom County? There are plenty of ways to take action– start by donating or joining the 2023 Racial Justice Challenge.
Housing Services
YWCA Bellingham offers three different housing programs for women experiencing homelessness:
• Emergency shelter
• Senior housing (for women ages 55+)
•Supported rental housing
These programs provide women with a safe home with intensive case management services to help them get the skills and services they need to live a fulfilling, independent life. Learn more →
Y’s Buys Thrift Boutique
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Support the YWCA’s work by shopping at Y’s Buys! This Downtown Bellingham boutique is the place to shop and donate your quality new and used women’s clothing. We also offer clothing vouchers to women in need and Back to Work Vouchers, good for three fully styled outfits for interviews or work.
Sunday – Thursday 12:00 p.m. – 5:00p.m. | Friday – Saturday: 11:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Join the Cause
It’s not just about Bellingham. Wherever we go, in over 120 countries, we are with women who share our values—25 million incredible women working every day to drive real change in the fight for equality. Want to join us? Here are just a few ways to get involved:
Recent Posts
- Women’s History Month 2023
- STAND AGAINST RACISM CHALLENGE
- Listen to our Virtual Leadership Breakfast here!
- YWCA Bellingham’s Response to COVID-19
- Back to Work Boutique Moved!
- Women Sharing Hope grant received!
- Unity Tea Event Success
- Community Food Co-op Donation
- New phone upgrades from Dr. Lee Hein & Interconnect Systems!
