For over 35 years, the Christian Hope Association has been faithfully serving north Whatcom County communities with a variety of basic human social service needs.

Helping to Break the Cycle of Poverty

The Christian Hope Association works for the disadvantaged by leading our community to build on its own capacity to solve problems. We believe the transformation of the "whole person" is key to break the cycle of poverty.  CHA connects with low-income families right where they are, while partnering with them through free teaching and counseling classes to help them discover (or rediscover) their hopes and dreams while empowering them to rise above the vicious cycle of poverty.

With a long tradition of financial support from churches, businesses, service clubs, foundations and generous individuals, the Christian Hope Association has over 150 dedicated, compassionate volunteers allowing wise stewardship of available resources to serve 400 needy families a month. CHA has aided families lacking basic necessities, closing the gap of need for nutrition, housing, utilities, transportation, medical and clothing. Services include food baskets, utilities help, eviction prevention, transportation, prescriptions, clothing, furniture and special Thanksgiving and Christmas toy and food

The Christian Hope Association exists to help build community. We define community as “human relationships held together by relational ties, living out a common purpose, through common participation.”

We are attempting to work toward this goal through our personal and corporate service, in such a way that will promote genuine community under the care of God. We work to aid individuals and families to serve one another. We work to aid and call our neighbors to use the strength and resources of their community, to bless those who have few resources.

We hope to lead and encourage our community to work together to accomplish their dreams, solve their problems, and bless others with their faith and service.

There is something special about being able to help people in need. And that is what New Way Ministries and Project Hope, Lynden-based service organizations, are doing with their time and resources. More.

Right now 35 million Americans aren't even sure where they will get their next meal. Imagine not knowing how where, or even when you will eat your next meal. More.

The Christian Hope Association is seeking gift donations from foundations, corporate and individual donors committed to strengthening our position as a major private provider of critical human services in Whatcom County.

With your help we can raise $391,000

This is your opportunity to make a difference in the lives of a growing population of economically and socially vulnerable Whatcom County residents. Your generous gift will change lives today and tomorrow: purchasing our building today frees up dollars for years to come!

Click here to view a brochure about this Capital Campaign. (2.9 MB)

Poverty USA

In spite of the seemingly limitless prosperity that many Americans enjoy, millions of others are going hungry, foregoing medical care, doing without winter coats and gloves, struggling to break free from poverty. Details.

The Christian Hope Association is registered by the State of Washington as a 501 C (3) Non Profit Organization.
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