Who We Are
The Whatcom Resource Information Collaborative (WRIC) is a coalition of organizations pursuing the shared objective of reliable, openly-accessible information about resources available to Whatcom residents in need. WRIC is the governing body overseeing WhatcomResources.org, a free and open source tool for linking Whatcom county residents with social services.
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To suggest organizations or services to add to the database, use the suggestion form here. You’re also welcome to join the information collaborative! There are participation levels for different time and energy commitments including general membership, workgroup participation, and leadership opportunities. To learn more, attend a general orientation session (schedule here) or contact our Secretariat at Kristi.Slette@WFCN.org
On WhatcomResources.org, you will find a variety of organizations serving Whatcom County residents. These include nonprofits, government agencies, self-help support groups, mutual aid groups, advocacy organizations, and for-profit providers offering free or affordable services to the community. These organizations primarily focus on providing services in health, social, educational, and human service areas.
Every record is reviewed and updated on a six-month rotation. The Data Steward manually reviews each listing, cross-references websites and other relevant materials, and contacts organizations for assistance verifying information when needed. If updates are submitted or if the Data Steward becomes aware of any changes before a record is due for its six-month review, the information is updated immediately.
Absolutely! We encourage you to link to WhatcomResources.org from your own website. Our goal is to provide a comprehensive and up-to-date resource for the community, and we appreciate your support in spreading the word. Whether you have a personal blog, a community organization website, or any other platform that provides resource information, including a link to WhatcomResources.org can help connect individuals to the services they need.
WRIC membership is open to all, and you are welcome to join us! Start by attending an orientation or viewing a recorded session, or feel free to join us at a monthly meeting. For more information on meetings and participation, contact our Secretariat at Kristi.Slette@WFCN.org.
In the immediate future, we will continue to update and expand this directory, adding more specialized resources tailored to specific subpopulations over time. Beyond this database, we have an even bigger long-term vision of expanding the database system to include care coordination capabilities and built-in communication tools. While this system will take time to fully realize, we invite you to embrace the vision and join us in shaping the future of resource access in Whatcom County.