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Causes: Children & Youth, Gift Distribution, Human Services, Youth Development Programs
Mission: Raise hope and self esteem by sponsoring enrichment activities and other essentials for homeless, low income and foster children, ages 6 to 15.
Target demographics: homeless, low-income and foster children
Direct beneficiaries per year: in excess of 1,000 children ages 6 to 18.
Geographic areas served: Bellingham, WA
Programs: Our Little Wishes Enrichment Program provides ongoing support of activities including, but not limited to, martial arts, team and individual sports, swimming, gymnastics, art, dance and music lessons. Participation in enrichment activities may include providing the child with an instrument rental or purchase, sports equipment, a uniform, or cleats. One-time Little Wishes often include a child's request for a warm coat, clothing, a pair of shoes, enrollment in summer camp, school trip fees, a bicycle and helmet, special needs equipment, tutoring, or other school related supplies.