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Community Support Campaign 2026

No place like this place.

Serving Whatcom County since 1890, the Whatcom Family YMCA has been here for generations, creating spaces where people can connect, grow, and belong. Today, that work continues through programs that build health, confidence, and connection for people of all ages.

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Here for our community One main branch, three early learning centers, and 21 before and after school sites across the county.
175 years, local impact Part of a national Y milestone, built on generations of service right here in Whatcom County.
Give. Grow. Belong. A welcoming, inclusive community where people of all ages can reach their full potential.

Local impact at a glance

In 2025, the Whatcom Family YMCA invested more than $615,000 in the community while serving youth, families, seniors, and neighbors across Whatcom County.

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invested in our community in 2025

Aquatics
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youth and adults taught to swim

Sports & Rec
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youth given opportunities to participate in sports and recreation

Healthy Living
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active older adults served

Camp
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youth who experienced the joy of camp

Teen Support
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teens provided a free, welcoming space to belong and grow

Food Access
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boxes of food delivered to 62 households per week

Partners Program
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individuals supported through partners like VAMOS, NW Youth Services, and Max Higbee Center

Three ways we strengthen community

This section follows the Y’s core story: improving health, inspiring youth, and supporting neighbors. Use the buttons to spotlight the area you want visitors to focus on first.

Healthy Living

We bring people together to improve wellness in spirit, mind, and body, with programs that help people stay active, supported, and connected.

  • 1,210 active older adults served
  • 70+ participants in chronic disease prevention and support programs
  • 1,097 youth and adults taught to swim

Youth Development

We help young people build confidence, character, skills, and belonging through programs that support learning, play, and leadership.

  • 1,278 youth in sports and recreation
  • 668 youth experienced camp
  • 880 youth cared for in before and after school programs, plus 240+ in early learning centers

Make this place your place.

Your support helps open doors to childcare, swim lessons, youth sports, teen programs, older adult wellness, and neighbor-to-neighbor support across Whatcom County.

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