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Last updated: August 8, 2007
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Mission/Vision

MISSION:
The Whatcom Council of Nonprofits seeks to strengthen Whatcom County's nonprofits by building relationships, sharing resources, and communicating the vital role of nonprofit organizations in our community

VISION:
Whatcom County nonprofits will be healthy and vibrant organizations, They will work collaboratively to increase their capacity to improve the quality of life in Whatcom County. Nonprofits will be recognized as vital partners with government and business to create and sustain economic prosperity, community health ansd civic engagement.

VALUES:

Advocacy

Vitality
Open Dialogue
Inclusiveness
Collaboration
Engagement

GOALS:

  • Providing networking and training opportunities for nonprofit staff, board members and volunteers.
  • Linking nonprofit organizations with each other and the wider community through an interactive website, listserve and community calendar
  • Advocating for the nonprofit sector of Whatcom County by promoting the economic and social contributions nonprofit organizations make to the overall well-being of our community.

The Whatcom Council of Nonprofits is sponsored by the Whatcom Coalition for Healthy Communities, which convenes the business, nonprofit, government, and education sectors to collaboratively improve health and quality of life in Whatcom County.


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