Get Involved
Donate
To make a financial contribution, visit our donate page here.
Checks can be mailed to: Northwest Youth Services
1020 N State Street
Bellingham, WA 98225
Monetary donations allow Northwest Youth Services to fill the most immediate needs in our
community quickly.
In-Kind Donations
If you would like to donate in-kind please contact Lisa Jones at or (360) 734-9862 Ext. 154 to schedule a drop-off appointment.
Our business office at 1020 North State Street is closed for maintenance, and we are unable to accept donations at our program sites. We greatly appreciate your support in supplying youth with the items they need!
In an effort to most effectively connect youth with the most critical supplies, we are currently accepting the following items:
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Tents
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Tarps
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Sleeping bags
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Sleeping pads
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backpacks
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New underwear (all sizes and types)
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New socks
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Gently used outerwear
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Gently used shoes
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Unopened toiletries
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Gift cards
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Healthy packaged snacks
Items of need can also be purchased off of our Amazon Wish Lists.
If you want to learn more, make an appointment, or have other items to donate,
please contact Lisa at LisaJ@NWYS.org or (360) 734-9862 Ext. 154.
Thank you for connecting youth with the items they need!
Host an Event
Would you like to host a fundraiser at your home, office, faith community or other group?
Please contact Jenn at JennD@NWYS.org for more information.
Volunteer
Current opportunities are posted on our Volunteer Page.
Advocate
Sharing your passion for youth - and asking your elected officials to support our efforts - is an excellent way to make a big impact on local youth, as well as youth experiencing homelessness across the nation. Check out our advocacy partners below:
National Alliance to End Homelessness
WA Low Income Housing Alliance
Frequently Asked Questions about homelessness - Whatcom Homeless Service Center