As we all start to switch out our closets, packing away our summer staples and bringing out our fall coats and scarves, we are starkly reminded of the upcoming season and all it brings. From its cold weather to extravagant feasts, fall and winter can be a fun and exciting time for families. However for far too many families in our community, the upcoming season bring stress and uncertainty. Lydia Place is thankful for our partners and supporters who are bringing warmth, comfort, and meals this upcoming season for our families and children, bringing hope and joy to those we serve.
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Join us in disrupting the cycle of homelessness. Give today!
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Humor for Housing Tickets On Sale
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Join us for the second annual Humor for Housing on November 8. Sponsored by the Pysden Team at Caliber Home Loans, this event will be raising laughs and awareness at The Upfront Theatre. Tickets are still available, so get yours today before we sell out!
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Happy Birthday to Us--And You!
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On October 26 we celebrated serving Whatcom County families for 28 years at Kulshan Brewery's K2. From one transitional house purchased in 1989 for 8 families at a time, to serving over 300 families annually all around Whatcom County, we have grown beyond anyone's wildest expectations--because of you! Thank you for supporting us for 28 years. Here's to 28 more!
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Lydia Place was recently awarded Gold in Bellingham Alive's
Best of the Northwest
for Best Nonprofit! We are thankful and humbled with this fantastic honor, and are in amazing company with the Whatcom Humane Society and Planned Parenthood. Thank you to everyone who voted!
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Join Our Board of Directors
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Are you passionate about disrupting the cycle of homelessness? We are currently recruiting for individuals with specific expertise and backgrounds to support the mission and vision of Lydia Place. Visit our website
to
learn more about being part of our board, and how you can apply. Applications are due November 15, 2017.
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A Season of Service--Lydia Place Intern Story
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“On any hard day you will always be able to look back on the stories of success that were written because of you, and know that what you are doing has meaning. The best part of this internship was getting to feel like I contributed to some of those stories, and Lydia Place’s mission to end homelessness.” --
Community Rehousing Intern Izabel Jo
Visit our blog to read more about Izabel's amazing story, her passion for serving the community, and how interns make a difference at Lydia Place.
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Operation Thanksgiving is a Go!
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When 175 families are in need of a warm holiday dinner, it can be daunting to find businesses willing to step up and support. Little did we know that both Haggen and Hempler's were looking for the right opportunity to serve families this Thanksgiving, and picked us! With their support, EVERY dollar is covered, and more importantly--many families are getting their first holiday meal in their own home. Join us in thanking them for their support!
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Adopt a Family is Almost Here
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Planning how your family, office, or you are going to give back this holiday season? The 20th annual Adopt a Family is coming soon! A longstanding partnership with KAFE Radio, this program is the perfect way to support a family in need, giving kiddos presents under the tree and parents a stress-free season. Stay tuned to our website for when the program is live at the end of November!
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Want to support the holidays for Lydia Place families? Make your gift today!
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Thank you to everyone who joined us at our Gladstone location to celebrate our Ribbon Cutting Ceremony and annual Community Cider Press this past September. Through the hard work of so many partners, the Strengthening Families Building Futures campaign is almost complete, and our staff will soon be able to support even more families in the place that started it all. We are thankful for the opportunity to grow our programs and services, and support more local families gain housing and independence for this generation and the next.
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THANK YOU TO OUR KEY PARTNERS
VISIONARIES
ROTARY CLUB OF BELLINGHAM FOUNDATION | RAM CONSTRUCTION
LEADERS
BELLINGHAM BAY ROTARY CLUB | THE NORCLIFFE FOUNDATION
LEGACY BUILDERS
RANDOM ACTS | FIRST FEDERAL COMMUNITY FOUNDATION | MCEACHERN CHARITABLE TRUST
...and to all of the other partners and supporters who made this remodel possible!
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Join these partners and show your support for Lydia Place.
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HOUSING HERO AWARDS
DECEMBER 6 // 5-8:30PM
BROADWAY HALL
Join us as we honor supporters and volunteers who went above and beyond to disrupt the cycle of homelessness for this generation and the next. Enjoy refreshments, cocktails, and the chance to come together to celebrate a groundbreaking 2017.
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HEARTS FOR HOUSING
FEBRUARY 10, 2018 // 5-9:30PM
FOUR POINTS BY SHERATON
It's time to jump on the love boat! We're sailing away on a Valentine voyage for the 17th annual Hearts for Housing Gala and Auction. This lovingly curated evening includes cocktails, dinner, silent and live auctions, and much more!
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Take Your Children's Items to Little Bugs
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Did you know that all of the children's clothing and toys you donate to Wise Buys goes to
Little Bugs Consignment Store
? This amazing partnership allows Lydia Place clients to shop for their kiddos for free at Little Bugs, and gives Wise Buys some much needed space in our store. Save us a trip--donate directly to Little Bugs and tell them it's for Wise Buys!
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Except for our store manager Nancy, everyone at Wise Buys is a volunteer. Open 5 days a week, it takes an immense amount of volunteer support to keep our doors open, supplying the community with great bargains, all supporting a great cause! Apply to be a volunteer today and combine your passion for fashion and philanthropy!
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Check out these events and articles from our community!
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Learn about innovative housing options in our community from 11/6-10 at Sustainable Connections' Housing Week.
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2ROOFS is changing the game in real estate. For every house they sell, they donate a percentage to local nonprofits (including us!).
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Enrollment in Washington's HealthPlanFinder is now open. Learn more about this program and how to enroll today.
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Thank you to those who recently made financial contributions to the programs and services of Lydia Place!
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Dave Ross of Washington Federal. The Washington Federal Foundation contributed to our Family Services Program.
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Drew Betz | Brian Kennemer | Olivia Burkland | Jennifer Dodge | Lisa Heezen | Steve James | Ray + Sally Poorman | Adam Resnick | Derek Thornton | Jeffery Tom | 2ROOFS | Robert Ball | Stephen Barrett | Daniel Barringer | David Beaumier | Lainie Becky | Bellingham Elks Lodge #194 | Bellingham Unitarian Fellowship | Jacson Bevens | Sage Bishop | Mary + Michael Brunt | Christ the King Church | Karen + Richard Clark | Dennis DeWitt | Dynamic Fitness Solutions | Stewart Ellison | Rachel Falconer | First Giving | Lynn + David Gill | Suzannah Gusukuma | Shoshana Honcoop | Angela Huxtable | Susan Jay | Richard + Alexandra Johnson | Alan Kemble | Carolyn Koehnline | Kroger | Misha + Vicki Collins | Tom Laughlin | Carla Lee | Katrina Leigh | Sarah + Eugene Lowry | Lisa Marx | Jim McCall | Jason McCauley | Chelsea Messer | Heather Michel | Dianne Mitchell | Brianna Morin | NAIFA Northwest | Nina Nancarrow | Network for Good | North Coast Credit Union | Northwest Farm Credit Services | NW Way of Life | OneHope Foundation | Susan Palmer | Melanie Pysden | Grace Puffert | Kiyomi Pyle | BW Radtke | Jon Rothbart | Sailor and Anchor | Cleo Schacker | Jessica Schoonmaker | Amanda Sell-Sande | Skagit Bank | Social Fabric | Jacob + Quincy Stacy | Sterling Rentals | Chara Stuart | The Chrysalis | Laura Thomspon | Breeanna Thramer | Ryan Thramer | Truist | United Way of King County | United Way of Snohomish County | John + Linda Watkins | Whatcom Beer + Wine Foundation | Whatcom Events | David + Rena Ziegler | Allstate Foundation | Bellwether Harbor Investments | Lynne MacDonald |
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Want to see your name or business listed? Give today!
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360.671.7663 | info@lydiaplace.org | www.lydiaplace.org
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WISE BUYS THRIFT STORE | 1224 N STATE ST
TUES THRU SAT 10AM-5PM | 360.734.0202
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EXPIRES 11/30/17
CANNOT BE COMBINED WITH ANY OTHER DISCOUNTS. MUST PRESENT COUPON AT TIME OF PURCHASE. NO CASH VALUE.
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