As we turn the page to a new fiscal year, we’re excited to welcome a fresh chapter of leadership, energy, and vision at Assistance League of Bellingham! June 1 marks the installation of our new Board of Directors and many new committee chairs, each bringing unique talents and fresh perspectives to our organization. Their dedication […]

This past Saturday, May 24, we held our annual Fashion Show fundraiser. This year we partnered with the Emblem Club of Bellingham, and held the event at the Elks Lodge. Approximately 130 people attended, and fun was had by all! They were treated to the Assistance League Market Place after checking in, where they could […]

Assistance League of Bellingham’s Care Center Support program recently gave six care centers in Bellingham and Whatcom County $800 each so that they could select Springtime gifts for their residents. Activity directors selected items that ALB ordered online. Avalon’s Recreation Director, Kara Mangum, was thrilled to receive all the wonderful gifts. She commented, “ALB really […]

On Friday, May 16 the Assistance League Hospitality Committee hosted a tour of the Van Wingerden Greenhouses. The tour was led by Jen Alvarez, a member of the Van Wingerden family who have been growing for nurseries since 1910. She led our group through part of the nine acres of greenhouses they have in Blaine […]

The Enrichment Scholarship Program is pleased to report that after reading many wonderful essays from students around Whatcom County, we have awarded 113 scholarships in a variety of summer programs in music, dance, technology, debate, and a variety of other activities. The ESP committee is currently working closely with students and camps to pay approximately […]

At Assistance League of Bellingham’s May business meeting, JJ Oxford, in presenting the Ada Edwards Laughlin Award, stated, “It is my honor, privilege and great pleasure to award the Ada Edwards Laughlin award to Sandy Dentinger. She has been a member for seven years or so and in that time has worked on many committees; […]