Opportunity Council

A private, non-profit Community Action Agency serving homeless and low-income families and individuals. Helps people improve their lives through education, support, and direct assistance while advocating for just and equitable communities.

Access ID Clinic - Opportunity Council

Support for obtaining a Washington State ID or Enhanced ID Card. Whatcom County residents at or below 200% federal poverty level are eligible to participate. Email for current clinic dates.
3607345121   
  • 1111 Cornwall Ave. Bellingham 98225
Service Category: Identification Recovery

Basic Food Employment and Training Program - Opportunity Council

Assists federally funded Basic Food (SNAP) participants gain skills, training or work experience to increase their ability to attain a living wage career.
(360) 734-5121  ext. 1223 

Basic Food Outreach

Provides information and direct application support that can help families and individuals obtain and maintain SNAP food benefits.
(360) 734-5121  ext. option 3 
  • 1111 Cornwall Ave. Bellingham 98225

Basics for Babies

Provides 40 - 60 diapers per month to homeless and low-income families in Whatcom County who cannot afford enough diapers to keep their baby clean, dry, and healthy.
(360) 734-5121  ext. option 3 
  • 1111 Cornwall Ave. Bellingham 98225
Service Eligibility: Children Families

Child Care Aware of NW Washington

Provides families with information and referrals to licensed child care facilities and supports child care providers through coaching, technical assistance, behavioral consultation, and professional d...
1-800-446-1114    (360) 734-8396  ext. 1227 
  • 1201 Cornwall Ave. Bellingham 98225
Service Eligibility: Children

Child Care Nutrition Program

Reimburses licensed/participating family child care providers for the nutritious meals they serve to the children in their care.
(360) 734-8396  ext. 1426 
  • 1201 Cornwall Ave. Bellingham 98225
Service Category: Nutrition

City of Bellingham Mobile Home Repair

Assists Bellingham homeowners with limited repairs that can address health and safety, durability issues, and energy efficiency measures.
(360) 734-5121  ext. 1020 

Conservation Education

Provides both in-home energy assessments and classroom-based workshops to identify ways to save on energy bills, conserve energy and water, improve health and safety in homes. This services is no cost...
(360) 734-5121  ext. 1020 

Early Head Start

A special Head Start program serving infants, toddlers, and pregnant parents in Whatcom County. Services include prenatal education, health and nutrition services, family development support, and home...
  • 1201 Cornwall Ave. Bellingham 98225
Service Eligibility: Families Children Parents

Early Support for Infants and Toddlers - Opportunity Council

Serves families with children from birth to three years old who have developmental delays or disabilities in order to maximize each child’s development.
  • 1201 Cornwall Ave. Bellingham 98225
Service Category: Early Childhood Intervention
Opportunity Council Administration Building
1419 Cornwall Ave. Bellingham 98225
Opportunity Council Early Learning and Family Services
1201 Cornwall Ave. Bellingham 98225
Whatcom Homeless Service Center
1111 Cornwall Ave. Bellingham 98225
Opportunity Council Community Resource Center
1111 Cornwall Ave. Bellingham 98225
Faith Lutheran Church
2750 McLeod Rd Bellingham 98225
East Whatcom Regional Resource Center
8251 Kendall Rd. Maple Falls 98266