Volunteer appreciation: Ron Doerksen
As one of the Mission’s ‘concierges,’ Doerksen has volunteered since 2022. Ron Doerksen sat at a desk in the front office of the Lighthouse Mission Ministries (LMM) building on Dec….
Category Archives : Stories & Info
Retired Generosity: Giving More Effectively and Significantly in Your Retirement
Lighthouse Mission Ministries (101 Years of Caring) Thanksgiving and Christmas are often a time for some reflection, family time and giving back. For individuals and families, especially those navigating retirement…
A Beacon of Hope in Bellingham
How your Stock Donation becomes a light in the darkness For the past 101+ years, the Lighthouse Mission has witnessed the struggles of homelessness. We observe the impact of deep…
Year-End Giving: Make a Difference in Our Community
For over 100 years, Lighthouse Mission Ministries has celebrated Christmas with the cold, hungry and vulnerable in Bellingham. Each day, we strive to bring Jesus Christ as the beacon of…
Drive for Joy 2024
Announcing a special one-day donation event: Drive for Joy! On December 7th, from 10AM-1PM, come to the parking lot across the street from our new building and bring any of…
Stories at Lighthouse: Chris, the Volunteer
Volunteering to help the homeless in Whatcom County, especially in Bellingham at the Lighthouse Mission Ministries, is an impactful way to give back to your community. This organization is dedicated…
What Goes into Kitchen Work and How Your Food donations Work
What goes into kitchen work and how your food donations work. Donating to the Lighthouse helps countless men, women, and children. Financial donations are great, because those directly can go…
Homeless Shelter Stories: Volunteer Stephen
Homeless Shelter Stories Volunteer Stephen Stephen has been an amazing volunteer at the Lighthouse Mission, putting in the hours to help those in need. We asked him a few questions…
Lighthouse Mission: Volunteering – Peggy’s Story
We interviewed one of our wonderful volunteers, Peggy. Her experience volunteering at Lighthouse Mission’s Base Camp is an insight into the kind hearts of people like Peggy. LMM: When did…
I’m not alone I see it every day
I’m not alone I see it every day. In July of 2021, PJ Smith walked through the doors of Base Camp. She was struggling with financial stress after a car…
