YWCA is on a mission and YWCA Bellingham is making it our own!
To empower women and eliminate racism, we must meet our clients where they are most vulnerable and provide the compassion and services that place them on a path to self-sufficiency and prosperity.
Our vision is that all women and their families can achieve their full potential in a world without discrimination.
This requires a focus on the future, anticipating the needs of our clients, and creating innovative solutions to the problems they most often face – poverty, unsafe living conditions, lack of reliable and affordable childcare, and under- or unemployment.
We are evolving our services to meet the changing needs of our clients today and in the future.
We remain rooted in rich history, but our approach to serving our clients is holistic, strategic and innovative.
Nationally, YWCA advocacy issues include lobbying for pay equity and hate crimes legislation, increased funding for Head Start and passing the Violence Against Women Act. Locally, through our programs, we are changing lives and restoring hope for women, their families, and our community!
Housing ↘
At YWCA Bellingham, we are dedicated to providing a range of services for women, including our Senior Housing for women aged 55 and older, offering a secure and supportive community. Our Permanent Supportive Housing services are designed to offer affordable and safe housing with vital support, ensuring all women and children have access to stable living conditions. Our commitment to empowering women, eliminating racism, and fostering positive change is at the core of everything we do.
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Emergency Shelter
At YWCA Bellingham, we offer a safe haven for women in crisis.
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Senior Housing
Empowering women aged 55+ with secure Senior Housing.
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Permanent Supportive Housing
Safe housing with vital support, ensuring women and children have access to stable living conditions.
Y’s Buys
Thrift Boutique ↘
Join us at Y's Buys – a heartwarming shopping destination for a cause! Discover quality new and pre-loved women's clothing while supporting your community. We proudly offer $20 clothing vouchers to empower women in need, ensuring that everyone can access styled outfits, complete with shoes and jewelry, for interviews or work. Connect with our office or visit us to secure vouchers for yourself or your organization. Together, we make a meaningful difference.
We are located at 1224 N State St, Bellingham, WA 98225.
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Shop Y's Buys
Make a difference with every purchase. Proceeds directly support our empowering programs.
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Donate Your Clothing
Your generous gently used clothing donations at Y's Buys empower women as they return to the workforce.
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Volunteer
Volunteer at Y's Buys to help with sorting, pricing, hanging clothing, and cashiering.