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Grants Little Wishes to children ages 6 to 18 for support of school trip fees, summer camp enrollment fees, bicycle and helmet, special needs equipment, tutoring, computers, school related supplies, sports fees and/or uniforms, cleats, and other items.

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Children (2-12 years old)
Financial Assistance
Teens (13-19 years old)
Recreation
Supplies for School
A year-round substance use prevention and mentoring program that meets bi-monthly on weekends, for youth ages 9-12 affected by the substance use disorder of a family member. All camp activities are provided free of charge.

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Support Network
Support Groups
Overnight Camp
Group Therapy
Addiction & Recovery
Teens (13-19 years old)
Recreation
Children (2-12 years old)
Calendar of Whatcom County Library System events, including story times, social gatherings, book clubs, and more.

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Community Support Services
Recreation
Members engage in a variety of activities and community excursions. Programs include YMCA workouts, cooking classes, hikes, sports, library visits, art projects and much more. Alternative activities are always provided.

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Teens (13-19 years old)
Adults (31-54 years old)
Intellectual Disability
Adult Daycare
Recreation
Daytime Care
All Disabilities
Development Disability
Care
Play group for children ages 0 - 5. Meet weekly to connect with families and caregivers around songs, stories, and show and tell, and offer support as needed.
A library card gives you access to eBooks, eAudiobooks, music streaming and downloads, online language tutorials, digital magazines, reference resources, and more.

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Recreation
More Education
Free drop-in spot for teens 6th-12th grades, including snacks, games, art, homework help, and more.
A cohort-style outdoor education program for youth in grades 2 - 12. Outings focus on developing naturalist knowledge, cultivating leadership skills, and creating lasting connections to nature and community.\n

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Environmental Education
Recreation
Children (2-12 years old)
Teens (13-19 years old)
An after school program that connects kids with the outdoors through exploration, play, art, and nature activities. Available for grades K-5.

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Environmental Education
Recreation
Children (2-12 years old)
After School Care
Summer camp programs for grades 1-8. Activities include all-day outdoor adventures, mentor-facilitated learning and discovery, and wilderness skills development.

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Day Camp
Recreation
Teens (13-19 years old)
Children (2-12 years old)
Environmental Education
For people ages 18+ to explore the natural history of local parks on meandering walks meant to engage your senses and deepen your sense of place. Accessible to people of most abilities.
Annual weekend retreat for families impacted by the foster care system.

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Parenting Education
Day Camp
Adoption & Foster Care
Recreation
Offers a variety of activities and programs to meet the diverse interests of the local senior population. Activities include card games, pool tables, and potluck lunch on Thursdays at 12:00 PM.
Adaptive and inclusive recreation opportunities for individuals with disabilities, including climbing, swimming, pickleball, and biking.

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Recreation
All Disabilities
Development Disability
Physical Disability
In partnership with area schools, this service provides summer school programs for Migrant and Latine youth that combine bilingual academic instruction with outdoor experiences. These summer programs allow Vamos to help families that move temporarily to the area to work in agriculture by providing a space for their children to engage in meaningful activities and enjoy their temporary home while their parents are at work. Children are enrolled based on where they live and what school they attend, with priority given to participants that are multilingual and whose dominant language is Spanish.
Empowering women through outdoor recreation and education opportunities, including programs for mountain biking, sea kayaking, backpacking, road biking, rock climbing, day hiking, bikepacking, and events and workshops.
A day-use center for at-risk, runaway and homeless youth ages 24 and under. Youth can connect with supportive adults, receive basic needs items such as food, clothing and gear for sleeping outside, and connect with other resources that will help them end their experience of homelessness.

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Navigating the System
Young Adults (20-30 years old)
Personal Care Items
Recreation
Near Homeless
Clothing
Adults (31-54 years old)
Personal Hygiene
Teens (13-19 years old)
Emergency Food
Homeless
Goods
Community Support Services
Adaptive summer camp builds confidence and physical ability, and enables participants to enjoy the outdoors.

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Daytime Care
Recreation
Development Disability
Children (2-12 years old)
Day Camp
All Disabilities
Physical Disability
Adults (31-54 years old)
Teens (13-19 years old)
The Bellingham Public Library has partnered with the Whatcom Museum, the Spark Museum of Electrical Invention, and Mindport Exhibits to offer complimentary general admission to each museum. A Museum Pass allows free entry for up to 4 people, valid for use on the date and at the museum selected when registering. Each family is eligible for a pass for each museum every 60 days. Register online using the library calendar of events.

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Families
Recreation
Community Support Services
Children (2-12 years old)
Max Higbee Center members are paired with a Recreation Leader to receive one-on-one support to create an individualized, goal-oriented and community-based recreation experience. This service is highly flexible and allows for people to schedule sessions that are tailored and designed based on short-term and long-term goals.

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One-on-One Support
Daytime Care
Adults (31-54 years old)
Intellectual Disability
Recreation
All Disabilities
Adult Daycare
Development Disability
Teens (13-19 years old)
Mentoring
Care
Monthly Fiber Arts affinity group meeting.
Every summer, The Salvation Army helps kids of all ages go to camp at Camp Arnold at Timberlake. Summer Camp experiences are offered based upon the age of the camper. For more information about sending your child to camp, contact The Salvation Army in Bellingham.
Adaptive riding lessons are taught by PATH International certified instructors. Lesson plans take into account the participant's physical, emotional, and mental strengths and limitations. Classes include arena riding, trail rides, and group activities.

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All Disabilities
Teens (13-19 years old)
Adults (31-54 years old)
Children (2-12 years old)
Recreation
Drop-in community playgroups located in Bellingham, Ferndale, and Lynden. There is no cost and no registration required for drop-in classes. Donations appreciated.

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Toddlers (1-2 years old)
Children (2-12 years old)
Families
Recreation
Outdoor group outings to explore local parks, beaches, and trails. Family friendly, all ages welcome.

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Adults (31-54 years old)
Recreation
Children (2-12 years old)
Teens (13-19 years old)
Families

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