We advance a regenerative local economy that builds community, strengthens food systems, catalyzes climate solutions, and expands access to housing in NW Washington.
BUILDING COMMUNITIES & STRENGTHENING OUR ECONOMY
A New Economic Model
“The northern Washington town of Bellingham may be the epicenter of a new economic model for a post-consumerist economy, producing goods and services focused on what surrounding communities need and can sustain.”
-NPR Marketplace, interview with Sustainable Connections
A Local Living Economy
Choosing local retailers creates jobs and community. Hear from a variety of local entrepreneurs who call Bellingham home and learn why they choose to live and love local.
Local Champions
What’s New with Food & Farming?
Summer is here, with all its energy, growth, and celebration. Every year, this season brings excitement and expansion for Sustainable Connections, as we watch the seeds we’ve planted blossom into impactful community programs. We’ve been working with amazing partners...
What’s New with Sustainable Connections
As summer enters full swing, we’re emerging from our shells and connecting with our community in fresh ways. Our team is hard at work on projects that help make this community the most sustainable and regenerative it can be, and we’re excited to share some of them...
Meet Cascade Cuts, the Plant Nursery You Need to Know About
Located just north of Bellingham, Cascade Cuts is a wholesale plant nursery that specializes in perennial and annual flowers, thriving food plants, and the warmth of their staff and owners. Bizu Getachew, owner and operator of Cascade Cuts, is passionate about giving...
Thank you to our Sustaining Members
OUR WORK WOULD NOT BE POSSIBLE WITHOUT YOU!
