Opportunity Council
Helping people get what they need for healthy lives and bright futures.
Help keeping Whatcom homes warm (Appointments Open)
Help keeping Whatcom homes warm (Appointments Open)
Utility Assistance Scheduling This is a pre-screening tool to determine your potential eligibility. Once initial eligibility has been established, we will schedule an appointment. The scheduling system will remain open as long as there are appointments available to schedule. If all appointments are filled, please check back at a later date. You may complete this
Winter Shelters for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness | Whatcom County
Winter Shelters for Individuals Experiencing Homelessness | Whatcom County
Learn more about shelter options available in winter for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
Preschool & Education – Opportunity Council
Preschool & Education – Opportunity Council
Head Start & Preschool Children Under 3 Enroll Now Other Services FAQ Whether through providing care directly, partnering with other child care providers and organizations, or supporting new childcare programs, we're working to build a community where every child has the start in life they deserve.
Infants & Toddlers – Opportunity Council
Infants & Toddlers – Opportunity Council
INFANTS & TODDLERS Child Care Aware of NW Washington Provides families in Island, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, and Whatcom Counties with information and referrals to licensed child care facilities and supports child care providers through coaching, technical assistance, behavioral consultation, and professional development opportunities. Call 1-800-446-1114 to
Child Care Resources – Opportunity Council
Child Care Resources – Opportunity Council
CHILD CARE RESOURCES Child Care Aware of NW Washington Provides families in Island, San Juan, Skagit, Snohomish, and Whatcom Counties with information and referrals to licensed child care facilities and supports child care providers through coaching, technical assistance, behavioral consultation, and professional development opportunities. Call 1-800-446-1114 to
DRIVE: Helping You Get Back on the Road – Island County
DRIVE: Helping You Get Back on the Road – Island County
Helping get you back on the road Island County, we're here to help you get back on the road! If you need help covering costs like: Fixing a cracked windshield Replacing failing tires Renewing expired tabs Fix-it-tickets or non-moving violations And more... We may be able to help through our Direct Relief
Better Homes for Better Health – Opportunity Council
Better Homes for Better Health – Opportunity Council
Bringing Fresh Air and Comfort to Homes: Weatherization Plus Health We like to think of home as our safe haven. A place that’s a cozy, comfortable safe shelter from the literal storms. We can all agree home shouldn’t be a place that makes you sick or your loved ones, and no one wants to be afraid
Find Help at Opportunity Council
Find Help at Opportunity Council
FLARE Registration – Opportunity Council
FLARE Registration – Opportunity Council
FLARE Registration The next FLARE session will start on Wednesday, February 4th, 2026 and the last day will be Wednesday, March 25th. It will meet all Wednesdays in person from 3-5 pm at the WECU Bellingham Education Center (511 East Holly St). Please complete the registration form below to register! Financial Learning
Winter Shelters for Individuals and Families Experiencing Homelessness | Whatcom County, WA - Official Website
Winter Shelters for Individuals and Families Experiencing Homelessness | Whatcom County, WA - Official Website
Learn more about shelter options available in winter for individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
Cascadia Daily News: On the winter solstice, Bellingham community mourns homeless people who died in 2025
Cascadia Daily News: On the winter solstice, Bellingham community mourns homeless people who died in 2025
Speaker: Their lives 'not only matter, but deserve better from our community'
Better Homes for Better Health – Opportunity Council
Better Homes for Better Health – Opportunity Council
Bringing Fresh Air and Comfort to Homes: Weatherization Plus Health We like to think of home as our safe haven. A place that’s a cozy, comfortable safe shelter from the literal storms. We can all agree home shouldn’t be a place that makes you sick or your loved ones, and no one wants to be afraid
Snapshot: Homelessness in Whatcom County Report
Snapshot: Homelessness in Whatcom County Report
Find a Location – Opportunity Council
Find a Location – Opportunity Council
Locations Island County Locations San Juan County Locations Whatcom County Locations Where needs get met Whether finding resources, connecting with other community members, or getting direct assistance, Opportunity Council Community Resource Centers are where community needs get met.
Current Job Openings
Current Job Openings
Find Your Local Community Resource Center
Find Your Local Community Resource Center
Locations Island County Locations San Juan County Locations Whatcom County Locations Where needs get met Whether finding resources, connecting with other community members, or getting direct assistance, Opportunity Council Community Resource Centers are where community needs get met.
Food & Meal Resource Guide - Whatcom County
Food & Meal Resource Guide - Whatcom County
Whatcom County Food and Meal Resource Guide List of local food banks and meal programs (2 pages). Click here to download PDF. Also available in Español | русский | українська | ਪੰਜਾਬੀ
Free Hot Meals in Bellingham: Maple Alley Inn
Free Hot Meals in Bellingham: Maple Alley Inn
Get Help with Utility Bills
Get Help with Utility Bills
Help with Natural Gas Bills: CNG CARES Application
Help with Natural Gas Bills: CNG CARES Application
Child Care Resources
Child Care Resources
Timeline: Opportunity Council through the Decades
Timeline: Opportunity Council through the Decades
Volunteer Chore Program: Now in Island County!
Volunteer Chore Program: Now in Island County!
Whatcom Mobile Medicine at EWRRC
Whatcom Mobile Medicine at EWRRC
Early Support for Infants & Toddlers (ESIT)
Early Support for Infants & Toddlers (ESIT)
Volunteer Center
Volunteer Center
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Donate Today
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