Foothills
Resources & Organizations

This section includes resource providers and organizations located within the Foothills area and those who bring services 

to our communities From food to housing, healthcare, Elderly & disabled, and more, the resources 

you need to get through a rough spot, a crisis or to improve your life are listed here.

 

To learn more and access services, click on the logo to be taken to that website. 

  • Logo showing mountain with sun rising behind and a fork and knife with words Foothills Food Bank

    The Foothills Food Bank distributes quality, nutritious foods to anyone in need. We operate a grocery store-like model where visitors are welcome once per week to shop items on our shelves and coolers; we normally carry non-perishable staples, fresh produce, dairy goods, breads, and frozen protein.

    We are located on the East Whatcom Regional Resource Center campus at 8255 Kendall Rd. and our hours are Tuesdays from 8am until 11am and Thursdays from 4pm until 7pm.

    No ID or documentation required, but please bring bags or boxes to bring your shopping home in. Home Delivery is available on a limited basis for those who are elderly, homebound or otherwise disabled.

    Stop by, call us at 360-392-8149 or email us at foothillsfoodbankcontact@gmail.org if you have any questions or would like to get signed up. 

    Learn more at foothilllsfoodbank.org.

  • Bridge2Services–People Helping People

    Bridge 2 Services is a mobile outreach program that bridges people to the organizations and services they need. Many of the people we work with have had trust broken, have gotten stuck in a rut, or are feeling hopeless. We provide encouragement and support, valuing and validating each person. Focusing on our unhoused neighbors, B2S locates individuals and families, understands needs, delivers basic triage supplies, and builds relationships to move toward longer term outcomes. Simple actions like providing warm clothing, fresh water, food, and listening are the building blocks of a trusting relationship that can change lives.

    360-380-2200

    services@bridge2services.com

  • Common Threads mission is to connect kids to healthy food in the garden, in the kitchen, and at the table. We want kids to grow up making food choices that are good for their bodies, their communities, and the environment.

    When kids don’t eat well it’s hard for them to learn well, behave well and feel well. In Washington state over 35% of kids don’t eat enough veggies (WA State Healthy Youth Survey, 2016). To get kids excited about veggies, we joyfully garden, cook and eat with 7000+ kids in schools across Whatcom County as well as our partner site locations across Washington state.

    info@commonthreadsfarm.org

    (360)-927-1590

  • Logo: words neighborhood watch dog on fence with image of growling dog

    JOIN US!
    COMMUNITY-LED VOLUNTEER GROUP!
    Who are we?
    Maybe you have seen us in the orange vests picking up garbage along the community roads, or maybe you have heard us speaking at meetings with county officials about the growing trash problems, abandoned vehicles, crime, or need for services in our remote area. You might have met us at our local Summerfest Events as well.
    The Neighborhood Watch Dogs Group was formed in August 2020 by concerned community members who wanted to build a strong community and address the issues of safety and cleanliness in our area. Our focus is on working with one another and outside agencies to build a healthy environment for everyone!
    We gather throughout the year to help clean our roads, removing thousands of pounds of garbage from along our streets. To join our meetings and if you want to learn more, please visit our Facebook page at:

    CLICK HERE

    nwmaplefalls@gmail.com

  • Logo: radio tower with words KAVZ-LP

    KAVZ Radio–The Voice of the Valley

    KAVZ Radio is Your Voice of the Valley in the South Fork Nooksack Valley and East Whatcom County. We are the only community, low-power FM radio station in East Whatcom County. We are located in Van Zandt in the beautiful South Fork Nooksack Valley. and serve the communities of Van Zandt, Acme, Deming, Welcome and all the rural areas in and around Van Zandt.

    We are an all-volunteer radio station that provides a diverse program of music and informational programming with a focus on local interests and local needs.

    KAVZ is a program of the South Fork Valley Community Association (southforkvalley.org) and is housed at the historic Van Zandt Community Hall.

    KAVZ has a long and storied past as a community radio station and we are undertaking to continue our service to the community and refresh our programming and our vision in response to community feedback.

    As an all-volunteer station, we are always open and seeking more volunteers to help us in our mission. Whether you bring relevant experience in broadcast, music and audio or want to learn, please contact us at info@kavz.org if you want to find out how you can contribute, participate and learn.

    You can stream music from our website 24 hours a day at: https://foothillsinfo.com/print-and-radio/

    (360) 230-8176

    info@kavz.org

    https://www.kavz.org

    breanna@southforkvalley.org

  • Offers a wide range of resources and services for veterans including filing claims, counseling and wellness, and more.

    EWitowsk@whatcomcounty.us

    360-778-6050

  • Logo: whatcom county seal with words Whatcom county water district 13

    Whatcom County Water District #13 serves the communities of Peaceful Valley and Maple Falls, Washington, including Balfour Village and Red Mountain, and the campus of the East Whatcom Regional Resource Center.

    Whatcom Water District No. 13 sources our water from a highly permeable aquifer that lies beneath the floor of the Columbia Valley.

    ​(360) 599-1801 Phone

    admin@wcwd13.com 

    532 Sprague Valley Drive Maple Falls, WA 98266

  • Logo: silhouette of mountain and river with a water faucet and words Columbia Valley Water District

    DID I REALLY USE THAT MUCH WATER?

    Did you know that most people use an average of 70-90 gallons of water per day?  In the average house, two thirds of indoor water is used in the bathroom. 

    Average Household Use

    Toilet                                     26.7%

    Faucet                                    15.7%

    Bath                                           1.7%

    Shower                                  16.8%

    Clothes Washer                   21.7%

    Dishwasher                             1.4%

    Leaks                                     13.7%

    Other Domestic                    2.2%

    Take some time to go through your house and look for ways to conserve.  Be sure to check out the District website for useful tips and guides on water conservation.

    manager@cv-wd.com

    360.599.1699

    6229 Azure Way Maple Falls, WA 98266

    Our Business Hours

    Mon, Wed, Fri : 08:00 am – 12:00 pm and 01:00 pm – 04:30 pm

  • Winter Bright Spots

    We’ve come in for the winter. Sometimes we can feel that sense of cabin fever or being trapped indoors. The short light cycles and gray skies in the Pacific Northwest can change how we feel. Healthy family time during the winter can be silly and inexpensive. Here are a few ideas to brighten up winter days and lift moods. Buy glow sticks at the dollar store and put on the radio or play a favorite CD–have a glow in the dark dance party. The color, light, movement and music increase activation of relaxation reflexes in your body. Visit the local library, find a book of short stories, poems, prose or classic fairytales–cuddle under a blanket with a light overhead and spend 30 minutes reading aloud together. The sun does shine in the wintertime. Because of temperatures we are less likely to step outside. However, soaking in the winter sunshine can be warm and relaxing. Next time it peaks out, slip on your jackets, gloves, hats and books, grab the leash and your pup (if you have one) and simply walk around the block. Getting outdoors in the winter months is beautiful. Being in nature can increase relaxation. Listen to the wind or birds. Look at the branches or bark on trees–really notice the details in color, shape and texture. Our eyes love to attune to beauty and they send comfort signals to our brain. Wear colorful clothing–have a “spark it up” day where you wear yellows, orange, red, pinks, purples. We often resort to our black, grey, white and earth tones in the winter, but adding a splash of color can be mood changing. Have a smile-a-thon. Make it your goal in a day to smile at as many people as possible. County how many smile back–then work to break your own and others’ records! Employment Opportunities in East County! WE ARE HIRING – Be part of the change for our community!  To read the job description, and apply please visit https://wfcn.org/apply-mbcc/ Whatcom Family & Community Network loves to serve kids, families and community of the Mount Baker School District! We have a couple opportunities well suited for people living locally to help make your community better. If you a natural connector, want to see East Whatcom County thrive and grow opportunities for children, teens and families–check out the positions available. Share with people you know care about kids, like people, and want to raise hope!

    Youth & Adult Board of Directors Positions! WFCN has an open seats for individuals between 14 and 18 to serve as directors of our board. There are three open seats for adults to serve as well. For youth, these are leadership development positions and can be helpful for scholarship, college, work and other types of applications. These are great for young people who want to explore the fields of business, social services, political science and finance. All directors are volunteers who serve approximately 8 hours per month by attending meetings and engaging in the work of the organization. Candidates do not need experience, just interest to invest in our mission to “promote the well-being of children, youth, and families by convening and supporting communities to build their capacity.” You can learn more about us at www.wfcn.org If you are interested to apply, contact Kristi.Slette@wfcn.org

  • Curated, helpful information for residents of the South Fork Valley, the Mt. Baker Foothills, and Beyond!

    The South Fork Scoop

    Hardness dissolves into love
    There is but one motive
    Listen for it
    – Julie Charette Nunn

    RENOVATION NEWS
    Stop by the Hall and check out the current designs for the renovation.We are topping off our fundraising efforts with the aim of installing a heat pump/air filtration system, a back-up generator, new tables and chairs, and kitchen appliances. When completed (hopefully by next Fall) the Van Zandt Hall will be the best place in the East County to celebrate reunions, weddings, anniversary, birthday and graduation parties. To make a donation, please visit the SFVCA website. And if you have historical information to share, please email history@southforkvalley.org.

    HAPPENINGS AT THE HALL(Van Zandt Community Hall, 4106 Valley Hwy, Deming)

    Third Thursday Potluck and Open Mic – Thursday, December 19 from 6pm to 9pm, and every third Thursday of the month
    More people, more music, more fun every month. Join in this potluck and musical gatherings at the Van Zandt Hall. Enjoy a meal and good conversation with friends and neighbors, followed by music, stories, poetry, comedy, whatever. Bring a dish to share.

    Volunteer at the Hall
    Join a fun group of volunteers to help with programs and events at the Van Zandt Community Hall and Josh Vander Yacht Park. Volunteers will decorate, set up and clean up for Hall events, join work parties in the Park, and contribute ideas for new ways to build community. All ages welcome! To join this fun and dedicated group, call Pam at (360) 739-9381 or email volunteer@southforkvalley.org.

    The Van Zandt History Project
    Did you know there used to be a branch rail line up the Van Zandt Dike, just east of Schornbush Rd? A few locals even claim there is a small rail car up there to this day. The South Fork Valley Community Association (SFVCA) is documenting the history of Van Zandt and the Community Hall, from its early days as a school through present day. We are collecting memorabilia, photos, and stories and we need your help. Do you have something to share? Please contact history@southforkvalley.org or call 360-393-9583. 

    KAVZ 102.5 is your voice of the Valley. Listen online at KAVZ.org or tune your dial to 102.5 to hear local and world talent, shows as well information about upcoming events and opportunities in the Foothills of Komo Kulshan Mt Baker!

    The South Fork Valley Community Association (SFVCA) is a small but mighty 501(c)3 nonprofit dedicated to building communuty. The SFVCA Board of Directors meets monthly on the first Wednesday of every month at the Van Zandt Community Hall. All are welcome. Our physical address is 4106 Valley Hwy, & our mailing is PO BOX 794, in Deming, WA, 98244. Reach out by phone 360-230-8176 or by email at info@southforkvalley.org

    https://www.southforkvalley.org

  • NAMI Whatcom is a local affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness, the nation’s largest grassroots mental health organization. We are dedicated to building better lives for the millions of Americans affected by mental illness by providing free support groups, classes, and education forums to the community. All our programs are free, and led by trained volunteers who either live with a mental health condition or have a loved one with a mental health condition. Our nonprofit operates with the support of our members, donations and grants.

    NAMI Whatcom is fully inclusive of individuals and families of all backgrounds and cultures. Our affiliate collaborates with others to advocate for system change and public policies that best support recovery and resiliency for those living with mental illness. 

    ​View board meeting minutes and our annual report here.

    We are at the East Whatcom Regional Resource Center, 8251 Kendall Rd, Maple Falls, every third Thursday from 10-11.30am.

    (360) 671-4950
    namiadmin@namiwhatcom.org

  • No matter what their circumstances, every person deserves to feel safe, supported and heard. When we talk about individuals affected by domestic violence or sexual assault, we’re talking about every one of us. Whether it’s you, a loved one, a co-worker or a friend, someone you know needs help. DVSAS is here to help. 

    Our mission is to support individuals affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and sexual exploitation and to lead the community towards ending these abuses of power.

    NEED HELP? CALL 1.877.715.1563 | 24/7

    We accept 711 and other relay calls.
    Walk-in services: Monday and Wednesday, 10AM – 2PM

  • Logo: outline mt baker and 3 sisters with sun rising behind, graphic of circle of people holding hands and words Foothills Community Alliance: the voice of change for Columbia Valley

    Upcoming General Community Meetings in 2024

    All Community Meetings will be held at the Kendall Elementary School Library on the following dates:

    October 9th 5:30-6:30PM

    November 13th 5:30-6:30PM

    December 11th 5:30-6:30PM

    Visit our website for more information or to access the Zoom Link for online meeting access at: www.foothillscommunityalliance.com

    JOIN US THE 2ND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH From 5:30-6:30pm at the Kendall Elementary Library, 7547 Kendall Rd. Maple Falls in person and via Zoom

    info@foothillscommunityalliance.com 

    Look for our event invitations on FacebookNextDoor and our Calendar. 

     

  • Meals and Wheels and More supports the health and independence of the older adult populations of Whatcom and San Juan Counties by providing nutritious food, social connection, and nutrition education.

    Through our Meals on Wheels and Community Meals programs we provide 2000+ seniors throughout Whatcom and San Juan Counties with more than 200,000 nutritious meals each year!

    Every meal we provide meets at least one third of a senior’s daily nutritional requirements.

    kparker@whatcom.coa.org

    3607466480

  • Logo: outline of mountain with words Mt Baker Chamber

    The Mt. Baker Chamber of Commerce was formed in 1982 to support businesses and build community in the East Whatcom region of Whatcom County in Washington State. Membership is offered to businesses, as well as residents, interested in supporting local businesses and Chamber projects. In acknowledgement of the many amazing people in our community that are members or allies of the LGBTQ+ community, AND to actively resist bigotry, hate and the marginalization of any member of our community we want to make it clear that: We believe, Black Lives Matter, No Human is Illegal, Love is Love, Women’s Rights are Human Rights, Science is Real, and that Injustice Anywhere is a Threat to Justice Everywhere.

    The Mt. Baker Visitor Center in the Maple Falls Town Hall is open daily from 10 am to 4 pm, 7509 Mt. Baker Hwy., in Maple Falls. Staff and Volunteers are on hand to answer questions and provide suggestions to travelers and locals alike. Some business support services are available including printing, laminating, and notary. Stop by, Rebecca and Sonya will be happy to see you!

    Each spring and fall the Chamber organizes a team of volunteers to clean up litter along Mt. Baker Hwy. Volunteers are needed and appreciated! Click here to contact Sonya.

    Produced in the Mt. Baker Visitor Center, the Mt. Baker Local Resource Guide is our local directory of businesses in the East Whatcom region. It features members of the Chamber alongside other notable local businesses and community resources. 

    The Chamber Board of Directors meets once per month on the second Tuesday at 6 o’clock in the Maple Falls Town Hall. Members and visitors are welcome, please contact Rebecca if you’d like to make a presentation.

    360-599-1518

    mtbakervisitorcenter@gmail.com

  • Logo with double row of open books and words Whatcom County Library System

    Deming Library

    Contact Library Branch Manager: katrina.carabba@wcls.org

    Deming Library
    5044 Mt. Baker Hwy
    P.O. Box 357
    Deming, WA 98244
    (360) 592-2422

    Hours
    Mon-Thurs 10:00 AM-8:00 PM
    Fri 10:00 AM-6:00 PM
    Sat 10:00 AM-5:00 PM

    View Map
    Ride WTA Route 72X to the Deming Library,
    using the Deming Rd at Water St (Nooksack River Casino) stop.

  • November 20th, 5-7.30PM

    Cruise through the holidays with ease! The Mt Baker Community Coalition will be hosting a Holiday Hero Open House focused on safe driving around the holiday season. This is an opportunity to connect with community members and remember we all play a part in keeping each other safe. Hear from members of our community, including youth and law enforcement, as you obtain resources to reduce driving under the influence this holiday season. Dinner will be provided (ribs, chicken, and veggie lasagna), and a group art project will be offered. This event is FREE and open to the public. We look forward to seeing you there!

    Mt Baker High School Cafeteria 4936 Deming Rd Deming WA 98244


    It’s Fall, there’s a bit of chill in the air, and school is back in full swing! We are excited to reconnect with our young people at Mount Baker High School after a busy summer break. The One Baker Voice (OBV) prevention club meets Mondays after school from 2:45-4:45 pm, and on Fridays during PRIDE in room 311. Please join us if you’re interested in making friends, hosting and attending fun events, educating others about substance use/misuse, and supporting your peers. Snacks are always provided.

    National Drug Take Back Day is October 26. This is a reminder to return unused medications either to your provider, or at a designated drop-off. You can also find more information on medication return by visiting whatcomhope.org. Keep your eyes open for an official drug take back event hosted by MBCC later this month, details TBD! We will also at the Trick or Treat Resource Fair, handing out medication lock bags, at the East Whatcom Regional Resource Center on October 31 from 5-7pm. Stop by, say hi, and get a lock bag!

    As MBCC continues to rebuild post-pandemic, we are always recruiting new members. If you are passionate about youth substance use prevention and building a community that supports positive health practices for young people (and the community at large), then please join us! We meet the third Monday of the month from 2:45-4:15pm in hybrid form. In person during the school year, we meet in the Mount Baker School District Board room, and online at the following zoom link:

    Join Zoom Meeting
    https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86082135916?pwd=aXN3Rnlrd0sxdEVHc1o3bkNWc2VCZz09

    Meeting ID: 860 8213 5916
    Passcode: 751792

    For more information, please contact Allison Ormsby at obv@wfcn.org

  • Logo with double row of open books and words Whatcom County Library System

    In addition to the physical materials at the library, we offer programs for adults, children and teens such as Storytime, Community Conversations and Teen Club at North Fork Library. You can find all our events and meetings on the Community Calendar on our website.

    mariya.farmagey@wcls.org

    360) 599-2020

    North Fork Library
    7506 Kendall Road
    Maple Falls, WA 98266
    (360) 599-2020

    Hours
    Tues 10:00 AM-8:00 PM
    Wed10:00 AM-6:00 PM
    Thurs10:00 AM-8:00 PM
    Fri 10:00 AM-6:00 PM
    Sat 10:00 AM-5:00 PM

    View Map
    Ride WTA Route 72X to the North Fork Library
    using the Kendall Rd at Mt Baker Hwy stop.

    North Fork Storytime

    Tuesdays 10:30am

    For ages 2-6, 30 minutes. An open program that includes stories, rhymes, and songs with opportunities for movement and interactive participation. Starting September 17

    Writing Group

    Let’s Write Together! We will focus on writing goals, dialogue, characterization, world building, writing with all of our senses, and sentence craft. This is not a critique class. It is a generative workshop, meaning we are brainstorming and crafting. I will bring prompts and ideas. Please bring a notebook and pen. Writers of Fiction, Non-fiction essays, and memoirs welcome. This is a PG class. Weekly on Tuesdays, ends December 17th.

    Luca Williams is a Panamanian American author with an MFA in Creative Writing from Goddard College. She is currently working on her third book, a novel, “Box of Rocks From Panama.” 

    There is room for 6-8. Starting October 15th, Tuesdays 6:30pm

    North Fork Art + Audio

    Tuesday, Nov 19 2024. 4:00pm – 5:00pm This program mixes our two favorite things – doing art and listening to audiobooks! Decompress from your day as you draw, doodle or paint while listening to a great story read by some of the world’s best audiobook readers. We will share a few ideas for destress doodling and provide all art supplies. Many of our audiobooks will be “always available” titles, so you can finish listening to the book on your own. We will begin a new book every session. Snacks provided. Grades 6-12.

    Время рассказов на трех языках и Час Общения / Час iсторiй на трьох мовах і Година Спілкування / Trilingual Storytime and Social Hour

    Для семей с маленькими детьми: истории, песни, стихи и игры для развития чтения на английском, русском, украинском. После, всех приглашаєм на чай и общение. / Для сiмей з маленькими дiтьми iсторiї, пicнi, вiршi i iгри для розвитку читання на англiйськiй, росiйськiй, українськiй. Після, всіх запрошуємо на чай і спілкування. / Families with young children enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and movement activities while building early reading skills in English, Russian and Ukrainian. Afterward, all are welcome to join us for tea and conversation. Thursday, Nov 14 2024. 2:30pm – 3:30pm

  • SAVE THE DATE:  December 3

    Important Community Meeting

    Join other community members and resource providers to rank priorities for projects and funding that will help improve health equity and quality of life in Columbia Valley.

    Join us Tuesday, December 3 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. for a Community Meeting followed by a Community Meal from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the East Whatcom Regional Resource Center, 8251 Kendall Road, Maple Falls. All are invited.  Dinner will be provided by the HEZ, and you’re welcome to bring a dessert for the dessert buffet. Attendees will each receive a $25 Visa Gift card for participating. The Columbia Valley Community Connections (CVCC) group, highlighted in October’s Outlook, has focused on bringing together community members and providers to work together for the betterment of our communities. Many projects have come to fruition since the CVCC began in 2015—Kendall Summerfest, as well as a closer working relationship with KVAZ, new non-profits like the Foothills Communication HUB and Foothills Community Alliance, and the list goes on! Meanwhile, long standing groups like Kendall Watchdogs, the East Whatcom Community Council, Parent-Teacher Organizations, Friends of the Library, Columbia Valley Park And Recreation District, and others operate with important goals in mind for the area, as well. With so many opportunities for improving the lives of East County residents, including being chosen as Washington State’s first Rural Health Equity Zone (HEZ), the time is ripe to explore the best ways to engage local residents and create collaborations to take advantage of what’s being offered. Knowing the purpose of each group can be confusing, which makes it difficult to participate in meaningful ways. This meeting is a chance to learn about all the great things that are going on in the community, the purpose of each group, how all this can benefit you, and how you and your family or neighbors can become involved. We all say, “Somebody should do something about x, y or z”, but the reality is that we are each somebody! And we have opportunities to create a stronger future for our neighborhoods and community.  We have spent a lot of time identifying what we need and want; now it is time to figure out the next steps for moving forward together. This meeting will help clarify the variety of opportunities that exist in the East County area, share out the data collected by the State’s Health Equity Zone meeting in June 2024, and get us talking about how we build resilience and sustainability into the community to advance the safety, health and social connections needed for a better future.

  • Logo with pair of open hands inside a circle with words Health Ministries Network

    Ask A Nurse Program Serving East Whatcom County

    Our volunteer nurses in the Ask-a-Nurse program provide blood pressure checks health counsel, referral and telehealth, as well as limited screening at the Foothills Food Bank to support older adults and families residing in and around Mt. Baker School District #507 on the second and fourth Tuesdays of every month.

    On the fourth Tuesday of the month, the “Ask a Nurse” program is augmented by community partners, to include the Whatcom Family YMCAMt. Baker FoundationNAMI of Whatcom County, and Dementia Support Northwest.

    We are at the Foothills Food Bank, 8255 Kendall Rd, Maple Falls, the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays of every month from 8-11.30am.

    ​For more information, contact HMN at director@healthministriesnetwork.org.

  • info@lifeline-connections

    800.604.0025

  • Logo: whatcom county fire department seal with words: wcfd, kendall, welcome, sumas

    Whatcom County Fire District 14 and Kendall Fire Station’s mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of those we serve through emergency response, public education, and community service. We’ve been your local volunteer fire department, serving the Sumas, Kendall, and Welcome areas since 1965. Check us out at www.wcfd14.org, or on Facebook

    The Kendall Fire Station  (Whatcom County Fire District Station 92) is housed at the roundabout in Kendall Washington and has fire fighters highly trained in fighting building fires as well as wild fires. They provide a number of other emergency services including medical aid, as well as offering fire safety and prevention education to our community.

    Non-emergency number: (360) 599-2823

    Remember: in an emergency dial 911

     info@wcfd14.org

    https://wcfd14.org

    7528 Kendall Road, Maple Falls, WA 

    The Whatcom County burn ban is at Stage 1 – Recreational Fires Only

    Recreational fire requirements: 

    Up to 3 feet by 3 feet of seasoned firewood or charcoal only 

    Must have enclosure 16 inches high, made of steel or masonry/rockery 

    25 feet from structures, timber, and combustible material

    15 feet of overhead clearance required

    Garden hose or (2) 5-gallon buckets of water at fire

    Hand tools required onsite 

    Allowed after dark if attended until fire is out cold

    No burning when winds exceed 7 MPH 

    Kendall Station #92 7528 Kendall Rd, Maple Falls, WA 98266
    Mailing: PO Box 482, Sumas, WA 98295

    Station 91: Sumas
    143 Columbia Street, Sumas, WA 98295
    Station 92: Kendall (District Office)
    7528 Kendall Road Maple Falls, WA 98266
    Station 93Welcome
    5640 Mosquito Lake Rd, Deming, WA 98244

  • We offer a warm welcoming space to get connected to community and services which include: meeting space, notary, copies, utility assistance, DSHS, housing help, employment help, bus passes, and more. Weekly activities include: Kendall Senior Center on Wednesdays 1-4PM, Diabetes Support Group Thursdays 4-6PM, and Community Coffee and Tea Tuesdays 8-11AM. We are open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Friday 9AM-12noon and 1-4PM as well as on Thursdays 12noon-7PM for evening hours.

    360-599-3944

    oppco.org/ewrrc

    facebook.com/ewrrc

  • Logo: sketch of mountain and evergreen tree with words Mount Baker School District

    WE ARE ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR TRANSITIONAL KINDERGARTEN

    Please visit our website for more information about Transitional Kindergaten for students who are four years old.

    SUN BUCKS (SUMMER EBT 2024)

    In the summer of 2024, Washington State will launch Summer EBT, “SUN Bucks” – a grocery benefit program that provides families $120 for each ELIGIBLE school-aged child to buy groceries when school is out. This benefit will be on an EBT card and will be mailed to the address on file (make sure your address is current with your child’s school). Visit our website for more information.

    FAMILY SERVICES & PARENTING SUPPORT

    There are four Family Services Coordinators at Mount Baker School District. Our mission is to create partnerships between families, school, and the community. All our services are confidential.

    We provide support which enables children and adolescents to live in a safe and healthy environment, as well as encourages them to be present and do their best in school.

    We assist families with resources, information and problem solving to help their children succeed in school.

    We are available for confidential meetings by phone, at school, or at home.

    (360) 383-2000

    (360) 383-2009

  • Mt Baker Senior High School

    (360) 383-2015

    4936 Deming Rd, Deming

  • Northwest Youth Services’ mission is to affirm youth experience and autonomy as we work together to foster collective healing and justice in order to dismantle the systems of oppression that perpetuate youth homelessness. At Northwest Youth Services, we believe this is attainable by focusing on participants’ holistic selves and well-being, not just their trauma or symptoms.

    We employ radical innovative services and care models that go beyond physical well-being to build social capital in partnership with young people, 13 to 24-year-olds experiencing homelessness or unstable housing. Our philosophy of care centers around three concepts: Learn, Create, and Connect.

    hello@nwys.org

    360.734.9862

    1020 North State St, Bellingham, WA 98225

    Monday – Friday–9 AM – 5 PM

  • NWRC provides information, referrals, and assistance in obtaining services that support independence, dignity, and health of older adults and people with disabilities. We offer needs-assessment, case management, arrange short- and long-term in home care, as well as offering many other services and programs. Staff is available to meet with you on the telephone, or if necessary, in-person to help you identify services that address issues commonly faced by people who are older or who are disabled.

    adminsupport@dshs.wa.gov

    (360) 676-6749

    600 Lakeway Drive Bellingham, WA 98225

  • NW Clean Air Agency is responsible for enforcing federal, state, and local air quality regulations at stationary sources of air pollution in our jurisdiction. In addition to regulating businesses, we focus on informing the public about air quality issues and how to make clean air choices.

    Please contact us to report illegal burning or other forms of air pollution: https://nwcleanairwa.gov/permits-and-services/enforcement/complaints/

    Call 360-428-1617.

    Check current air quality in your area: https://nwcleanairwa.gov/new-air-quality-center/

    Need a new woodstove? We can help!

    A major Northwest Clean Air Agency effort focuses on reducing wood smoke in the Columbia Valley Urban Growth Area. We do this in part by helping people replace old, polluting woodstoves with new stoves and ductless heat pumps.

    This helps cut down on smoke during winter periods when stoves are in heavy use. To date, NWCAA — working with the Opportunity Council — has replaced more 100 woodstoves in Columbia Valley.

    For more information, check NWCAA’s website: https://nwcleanairwa.gov/resources/columbia-valley-air-quality-improvement-project/

    Get a free air sensor to track smoke particles!

    You can get a free air sensor at home from NWCAA to track fine particles like those in smoke!

    NWCAA uses PurpleAir sensors in addition to our monitoring stations. We are adding outdoor sensors in the Columbia Valley urban growth area to give us more information about smoke in the area.

    You just need to live inside the urban growth area and have a power source and a WiFi connection. Interested? Contact NWCAA monitoring manager Evan Bing at evanb@nwcleanairwa.gov.

    And you can watch our video about PurpleAir’s sensor map and data! https://bit.ly/3M6zrFE

  • HEZInfo360@gmail.com

    360.222.7031

    Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and make a real difference in the East County neighborhood? Well, buckle up because we’ve got an exciting opportunity!

    From now until June 30th, 2024, the Chuckanut Health Foundation and East County Partners are kicking off an initiative that is focused on shaping the future of our community. We’re talking about the Health Equity Zone (HEZ) initiative, and we want YOU to be a part of it.

    The goal of the Health Equity Zone is to ensure that everyone has a fair shot at being healthy, no matter who they are or where they come from.

    During the initial outreach phase, we’re hitting the streets to raise awareness and extend a warm invitation for folks to join us. We’re all about inclusivity, so whether you’re a longtime resident or a newcomer to the area, your voice matters.

    There’s more! We’re not just here to talk. We are rolling up our sleeves and diving deep into the nitty-gritty of community engagement. We’re prioritizing your insights and contributions, and we’re committed to evolving our approach based on your feedback.

    June 28th, 6pm-8pm at the East Whatcom Regional Resource Center.

    Food and childcare will be provided at each event, and all ages are welcome. As a thank you for your participation, all attendees will receive Visa gift cards.

    Find out more and register here: CHF Health Equity Zone

  • Logo: Yellow squiggle with words The Arc Whatcom County

    Our Mission is to improve the quality of life, increase the independence and assure the full inclusion in the community of all persons with developmental disabilities. Information and referrals are available from The Arc to help meet the unique and individual needs of people with developmental disabilities and their families. Every effort is made to provide the most useful assistance possible, professionally and confidentially.

    admin@arcwhatcom.org

    360) 715-0170

  • Nov. 14 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Deming Library 5044 Mt. Baker Hwy Deming, WA 98244


    Nov. 14 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. East Whatcom Resource Center 8251 Kendall Rd. Maple Falls, WA 98266 We will have Russian & Spanish interpreters on site at both events. To learn more about other events in your area, visit our online events calendar: https://www.insurance.wa.gov/medicare-counseling-and-events-calendar

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