Agriculture resources

USDA Farm Service Agency Everson Office

Disaster programs for farms including livestock, feed loss, fencing, and crop damage.

Phone 360 318 8121

914 Citadel Dr Suite C, Everson WA 98247

Washington State Department of Agriculture Emergency Management

Guidance for livestock, farm damage reporting, and recovery programs.

https://agr.wa.gov/services/emergency-management/disasters/floods

Whatcom Emergency Management

Point of contact for farm emergency needs and escalation to state resources.

Phone 360 676 6681

Tilth Alliance Flood Resources for WA Farmers

Emergency resources, disaster assistance, and recovery support for Washington farmers.

https://tilthalliance.org/blog

Dump Runs and Debris Disposal

Whatcom County Free Flood Debris Disposal
Free disposal sites available for residents and businesses impacted by flooding. Accepted materials typically include drywall, insulation, flooring, furniture, appliances, and other flood damaged household debris.
Proof of flood impact or residency may be required.
Check county guidance for site locations, hours, and sorting requirements before arrival.

King County Flood Debris and Voucher Programs
Flood debris drop off sites and disposal voucher programs may be available for flood impacted households. Availability, hours, and accepted materials vary by location.
Contact King County Solid Waste or local emergency management for current updates.

Mount Vernon and Skagit County Disposal Options
Regular transfer stations are open for household waste and recycling. Flood debris programs may be activated during declared emergencies.
Check with Skagit County Solid Waste for current flood related disposal guidance.

Tips for Dump Runs:
Bring ID or utility bill if required
Separate debris as directed
Call ahead as hours and rules may change quickly

Personal and Household Assistance

Whatcom Strong

A centralized recovery hub created after the 2021 floods offering local recovery resources,

volunteer coordination, and donation pathways.

https://www.whatcomstrong.com/

Washington 211

Statewide resource finder for housing, food, utilities, emergency services, and referrals.

https://wa211.org/

FEMA Disaster Assistance

Federal assistance for housing, repairs, and essential needs following a disaster declaration.

https://www.fema.gov/assistance

Disaster Cash Assistance Program DCAP

Cash assistance for people impacted by disasters who may not qualify for other programs.

Apply at https://www.washingtonconnection.org/

Phone 877 501 2233

Whatcom Resource Information Cooperative WRIC

A searchable database connecting people in Whatcom County with local services and organizations offering support for severe weather, flooding, and other needs including food, clothing, shelter, health, and human services.

https://www.whatcomresources.org/

Families and Children

Emergency Child Care During Flooding

Free or low cost childcare openings available through licensed providers in Whatcom County for families impacted by flooding.

Register at https://www.childcarespaces.com
Questions: office@childcarespaces.com or 360 201 5022
Subsidies available for qualified applicants.

Children of the Valley

Supporting students and families impacted by flooding in the Mount Vernon area. Donations help provide recovery support for families affected by the flood. Please include Flood Relief in the donation note.

https://childrenofthevalleymv.org/donate/

Whatcom County Flood Relief Holiday Give Back

Free shopping event for community members affected by flooding. Families can pick up essential items during the holiday season.
December 20, 2025 from 10 am to 3 pm
Sumas Christian Reformed Church
Donations of toys, clothing, everyday essentials, and hygiene items accepted.
Contact Tianna Tucker at 206 387 6645 for drop off details.

Holiday Gift Card Support for Flood Affected Families

Funds being collected to provide gift cards directly to families with children impacted by flooding so parents can still provide holiday gifts and basic needs.
No admin costs and funds go directly to families.
Venmo @Kodey-Myhre
Please include a tree emoji in the note to mark the donation for this effort.

Food and Essential Needs

Jansen Art Center Toiletries Drive

Collecting toiletries for flood affected neighbors including soap, shampoo, conditioner, toothbrushes, and toothpaste.

Drop off at Jansen Art Center, 321 Front St, Lynden WA, Tuesday through Saturday 9:30am to 5pm

Drop off at Sonlight Church, 8800 Bender Road, Lynden WA

Ferndale Food Bank

Food assistance for Ferndale area residents.

https://www.ferndalefoodbank.org/

Project Hope Food Bank Lynden

Food assistance for Lynden and surrounding communities.

https://www.projecthopefoodbank.org/

Nooksack Valley Food Bank

Food assistance for eastern Whatcom County.

https://www.nvfoodbank.org/

Blaine Food Bank

Providing food for residents impacted by flooding and temporary closures of other food banks.

https://www.blainefoodbank.org/season-of-giving/

Skagit Valley Food Co-op

Accepting donations to local Skagit County food banks to support community members impacted by flooding. Donations can be made at any register in store and benefit local food access efforts through Community Action of Skagit County.

https://www.skagitfoodcoop.com/

Scholtens Equipment Toy Drive for Kids Affected by the Whatcom County Flood

Collecting new, unwrapped toys or gift cards for children of all ages in partnership with Whatcom Strong to support families displaced by flooding.

Drop off location Scholten’s Equipment, 8223 Guide Meridian, Lynden WA 98264.

Drop off times Sat 12/13 8am to noon, Mon to Fri 12/15 to 12/19 8am to 5pm, Sat 12/20 8am to noon, Mon to Tue 12/22 to 12/23 8am to 5pm.

Company website https://www.scholtensequipment.com/
Updates https://www.facebook.com/scholtensequipment/

Animals and Pets

Bell’s Farm Whidbey

Offering emergency space to keep livestock and farm animals safe for Skagit area farmers impacted by flooding.
text or message 360-929-6867
https://www.instagram.com/bellsfarmwhidbey/

American Federation of Aviculture

Emergency assistance for bird and parrot owners impacted by disasters.

https://afabirds.org/

Emergency contact disasterrelief@afabirds.org

Inca’s Secret Bird Boarding

Temporary placement for birds during emergencies.

Direct outreach recommended

Mountain Meets Farm Large Animal Flood Resources

Providing large animal support including feed, buckets, blankets, transport, and shelter coordination.

Text needs or offers to 360 224 3359

Email mountainmeetsfarm@gmail.com

Whatcom County Fairgrounds

Accepting horses during flood evacuations.

Katalina Horse Rescue

Taking in horses displaced by flooding and seeking donations to support emergency care and feed.
https://donorbox.org/donate-today-257

Housing and Rebuilding

Focus Construction Community Recovery Initiative

Providing home building materials at cost with zero markup including tile, flooring, cabinets, and countertops.

Phone 360 296 5415

Email fcisupplynw@gmail.com

Whatcom Small Business Recovery Fund

Supporting flood impacted small businesses in Whatcom County.

https://wcf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=3378

Whatcom Community Foundation Resilience Fund

Flexible funding supporting community recovery efforts.

https://wcf.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=1455

Wiser’s Furniture

Offering significant discounts on furniture, mattresses, and bed frames for people impacted by flooding. In store assistance available, with inventory ready for quick delivery or future ordering. Past customers can also ask staff to help look up previous purchases to replace lost items.

https://www.wisersfurniture.com/