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Low-interest loans for the rehabilitation of residences occupied by owner households with incomes at or below 80% of the median income of Whatcom County. Additional services include inspection to determine needed repairs, assistance in construction oversight, referrals to other agencies for social services beneficial to low- and moderate-income households, and more.

A point of entry to local, state and federal benefits and services for veterans. Services include burial assistance, compensation and pension assistance, employment assistance, health services, housing assistance, legal assistance, social service programs, temporary financial assistance, and transportation.

A point of entry to local, state and federal benefits and services for veterans. Services include burial assistance, compensation and pension assistance, employment assistance, health services, housing assistance, legal assistance, social service programs, temporary financial assistance, and transportation.

See website for homeowner loan eligibility criteria and application. If eligible, with a CLT loan, there are no mortgage insurance payments, no balloon payments, no short terms, no fluctuating interest rates–only 30-year fixed-rate conventional mortgages.

Serves students experiencing homelessness. This program is designed to reduce isolation, maximize stability and maintain consistency for this population of children and youth. Contact the liaison in your school district for support.

Assisted Living Facilities provide 24/7 staff supervision to clients experiencing severe and persistent mental illness in a residential treatment setting. Residential treatment offers a safe location for Clients to receive mental health treatment in a community-like setting.

lping people who are in early recovery to learn to live a life of recovery. The program requires drug screening, behavior contracts and attendance of twelve step programs as well as other mandatory requirements. Helen's House has residency for both men and wome

Emergency shelter open during severe weather events to provide individuals and families in need with a safe place to sleep, warm food, and referrals to community resources whenever possible. Call or check website to verify open status.

Serves students experiencing homelessness. This program is designed to reduce isolation, maximize stability and maintain consistency for this population of children and youth. Contact the liaison in your school district for support.

Provides Washington landlords with an incentive and added security to work with tenants receiving rental assistance. The program offers up to $1,000 and up to fourteen days’ rent loss to the landlord in reimbursement for some potentially required move-in upgrades, and up to $5,000 in qualifying damages caused by a tenant during tenancy.

People experiencing homelessness can receive services including short-term case management, connection to resources, and some basic needs. Housing case management is provided when Opportunity Council are on-site, check in for schedule details.

The Housing Choice Voucher program (Section 8) is a rent subsidy program funded by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and administered by the Bellingham Housing Authority (BHA). This voucher based program is designed to assist lower income families, disabled individuals, and the elderly to find well-maintained housing in the private market in a location of their choosing, at a price they can afford.

Partnership with several affordable housing properties financed by Bonds and/or Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC). Properties are managed by Indigo Real Estate Services. Income limits and other eligibility requirements may vary by property. To find out if you qualify or to learn about availability, you must contact Indigo directly.

Variety of homebuyer programs to satisfy loan requirements such as those for first time buyers, high cost loan counseling, HomeREACH mortgage prep, and other online courses.

Additional housing or utility cash benefit for individuals and families already in the TANF, SFA, or RCA programs. Program intent is to keep people in housing, prevent utility disconnection, or get clients into housing.

Faith-based clean and sober housing for men.

Offers fixed, low-interest, no money down loans for low and very-low income applicants to apply towards homeownership in eligible rural areas. Payment assistance is also available to subsidize mortgage payments for short times.

Clean and sober housing for women.

YWCA Bellingham offers a variety of different housing programs for women experiencing homelessness: Emergency Shelter, Senior Housing (specifically for women ages 55+), Supported Rental Housing, and a family shelter for women with children. Visit Opportunity Council's Community Resource Center to apply.

Provides safe, confidential shelter to individuals and families fleeing domestic violence. Clients have access to basic food, clothing, personal items, and bedding if needed. Advocates are available to conduct intakes and provide advocacy twenty-four hours a day. Shelter is available for all survivors. This program is accessible to persons with disabilities and accepts service animals. Other pets may be accepted on a case by case basis.

lping people who are in early recovery to learn to live a life of recovery. The program requires drug screening, behavior contracts and attendance of twelve step programs as well as other mandatory requirements. Helen's House has residency for both men and wome

Connects people experiencing homelessness with services, and supports community members in working through issues surrounding homelessness.

Improve your quality of life with helpful information about a variety of basic needs and community resources including employment, education, housing, health access, and food.

Helps Lynden community members with short-term, emergency assistance which may include utilities, rent, clothing, household goods, laundry, and transportation. Call to set up an appointment.

Connects households to housing services for which they may be eligible in Whatcom County including case management, shelter, short-term or permanent supportive housing depending on availability. Contact the Community Resource Center to be screened for homeless housing services.