About Us

A Non Profit Since 1999

The Whatcom Dream began in 1999 with one financial literacy class in the laundry room of a Bellingham low-income apartment complex. Since then, our programs have spread throughout Whatcom County, including classes in Spanish and online.  

Our Team

We are a team of caring, committed, professional people who have a mission of spreading financial literacy services to all residents of Whatcom County. 

What We Do

Financial Literacy Group Classes

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Financial Literacy Online Classes

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Financial Literacy Specialized Classes

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Private Financial Coaching

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Poverty IQ Workshops

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Poverty Simulation Events

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Gotcha Covered Back to School Store​

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The Christmas Shoppe

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Resource Referral

Funding & Support for

The Whatcom Dream

We are funded by foundation grants, individual giving, corporate sponsorship and do fundraising events that help fund our work.

To donate to The Christmas Shoppe, or to make a general donation, simply click the yellow button below. Thank you!