YWCA Bellingham

05/11/2026

From May 15 through May 31, the JCPenney Bellingham Salon is partnering with YWCA Bellingham to host a community donation drive supporting individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Whatcom County, including children and seniors.

Community support makes a direct and meaningful impact. Donations help provide comfort, dignity, and essential care items to neighbors who are navigating some of the most difficult moments in their lives. Every contribution helps ensure that local families have access to basic needs and a reminder that they are not alone.

We are currently accepting:
• Canned and nonperishable food items
• New hygiene products and hair care items for all types of hair
• New or gently used clothing for women/gender-neutral and children

Donation drop off is located at the men’s checkout counter near the salon:
10 Bellis Fair Parkway, Bellingham, WA

Store hours:
Monday through Saturday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Together, small acts of generosity create real change right here in our community.

05/11/2026

Today, we celebrate Hinaleimoana Wong-Kalu, a Native Hawaiian educator, cultural practitioner, filmmaker, and proud māhū leader whose work continues to uplift Indigenous identity, language, and community. In Native Hawaiian culture, māhū people have existed and been respected within communities for generations, often recognized as valued caretakers, teachers, and cultural leaders.
As a transgender Native Hawaiian woman, Hinaleimoana Wong-Kalu has used her voice and visibility to advocate for acceptance, cultural preservation, and belonging for future generations. Her leadership reflects the heart of YWCA’s mission: creating a world where every person is valued, empowered, and able to live authentically and safely as themselves.

05/06/2026

In the spring and summer of 1988, Gloria Chun Hoo was a key player in the YWCA USA new logo design. It was the era of YWCA celebrating new beginnings with the implementation of the sunrise logo that ran from 1989 to 2004. It was a defining moment that created persimmon as our signature color. Thank you Gloria Chun Hoo for shaping YWCA.

05/01/2026

Celebrate Mother’s Day by showing care in a meaningful way 💐
This year, YWCA Bellingham invites you to give comfort, dignity, and support to women, mothers, and senior women in our community. Through our Mother’s Day Donation Drive, you can help create small but powerful moments of care for those rebuilding their lives.

Donations like hygiene essentials, cozy comfort items, and gentle self-care products remind the women we serve that they are seen, valued, and supported.

Join us in honoring every mother, by giving with intention.

05/01/2026

Sunset Serenade is almost here, and we still have tickets waiting for you ✨

Thanks to a generous donor, the next 20 tickets are back to $125 for a limited time. Once they’re gone, they’re gone.

Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with bold, inspiring performers coming together for one powerful purpose: ending homelessness in Whatcom County.

Every ticket helps women, children, and senior women move from crisis into safe, stable housing through YWCA Bellingham programs. This night is joyful, meaningful, and truly makes a difference.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of it and grab your tickets here: https://www.ywcabellingham.org

05/01/2026

In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, YWCA Bellingham stands alongside AAPI communities in both celebration and support. We are committed to uplifting AAPI voices, advocating for safety and equity, and ensuring access to stable housing and resources. Supporting AAPI individuals and families strengthens our entire community, and we remain dedicated to showing up with action, respect, and solidarity - not just this month, but every day. 🌺

04/27/2026

Every ticket sold helps create safety, stability, and opportunity for women, children, and seniors in our community. This event is more than a gathering, it’s a shared commitment to ensuring everyone has a place to call home.

We still have a limited number of seats available, and time is of the essence.

If you’ve already secured your spot, thank you. If not, we would be so grateful to have you join us, and to invite a friend to experience the evening alongside you!

Together, we can make this night truly unforgettable and ensure its impact lasts far beyond sunset.

Get tickets here: https://givebutter.com/SunsetSerenade

04/20/2026

Whatcom County! We’re hiring a Lakeway Shelter Program Manager at YWCA Bellingham. This role is about more than operations; it’s about creating safety, stability, and support for women and families in our community.

If you’re ready to lead with compassion and make a lasting impact, we’d love to hear from you!

APPLY TODAY!

YWCA Bellingham

04/07/2026

As YWCA Bellingham joins YWCA USA in recognizing 25 years of Sexual Assault Awareness, we are reminded that safety and housing are deeply connected. In Washington State, 45% of women report experiencing sexual violence in their lifetime, and thousands of survivors seek support each year. [Source: Washington Coalition of Sexual Assault Programs]

For those experiencing homelessness, the risk is significantly higher. Sexual violence is both a cause of housing instability and a reality of living without safe shelter.

At YWCA Bellingham, we work to interrupt that cycle. Through emergency shelter and permanent supportive housing, we provide safe, stable spaces for survivors and others facing housing insecurity. Your support helps ensure that safety, dignity, and long-term stability are within reach for our community.

04/06/2026

We recently had the honor of hosting our first Young Women with Bright Futures Scholarship ceremony, celebrating three remarkable women in our community: Chloe, Logan, and Jolie. Each recipient not only received a scholarship from YWCA Bellingham, but also took the stage to share powerful, inspiring speeches that reflected their resilience, leadership, and vision for the future. Their voices were a strong reminder of why it is essential to invest in and uplift women as they pursue their goals and contribute to community.

This event was made possible through the dedication of our Scholarship Committee, made up of both community members and staff, who thoughtfully reviewed applications and supported this inaugural program. We are also grateful to Calypso Kitchen for providing a beautiful lunch, Elizabeth Willis for setting the tone with her piano performance, and Slice of Heaven Bakery & Cafe for the wonderful desserts that helped make the celebration feel so special.

If you’re wanting to help the next generation of women in our community, please donate through our website [www.ywcabellingham.org] with the note ‘Scholarship Program’ or call us to discuss how you can help!