Community Assistance Program

SpecialtiesKulshan Community Land Trust strengthens community by holding land in trust for permanently affordable homeownership and other community needs, and by offering financial and educational services to people of limited means. Kulshan Community Land Trust is a member-based nonprofit organization located in Bellingham, a community situated between the mountains and the sea in northwest Washington State. KulshanCLT works in partnership with residents, community groups, and local government to preserve equitable and sustainable housing in Whatcom County. To find out more please visit our website www.KulshanCLT.org.

Opportunity Council, based in Bellingham, WA, is dedicated to ending poverty and building strong communities through a wide range of services and partnerships. Their mission emphasizes providing access to essential resources, helping individuals thrive, and fostering community collaboration. With programs that include housing assistance, food nutrition, childcare resources, and financial wellness, Opportunity Council aims to empower individuals and families throughout the region. They uphold a commitment to equal opportunity and anti-discrimination, ensuring that support is available to all members of the community. Generated from the website

YWCA Bellingham is a non-profit organization dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all. They provide direct services, empowerment programming, and advocacy to support marginalized individuals and families, with a particular focus on women and girls of color. Their programs include emergency shelter for survivors of domestic violence, housing services for women experiencing homelessness, and a thrift boutique that directly supports their housing programs. With a commitment to challenging structural barriers to equity, YWCA Bellingham works tirelessly to create a safer and more just world. They offer employment training, career navigation, job search support, and financial classes to help low-wage workers build economic security. Additionally, their eviction prevention, rental assistance, and affordable housing programs aim to address homelessness and provide stability for low-income households. Through their efforts, YWCA Bellingham strives to make a direct impact on people's lives and drive real change in the fight for gender equality and racial justice.Generated from the website