North Whidbey Hearts & Hammers
Neighbors Helping Neighbors
Our Mission
North Whidbey Hearts & Hammers hosts an Annual Workday built on a straightforward idea: Neighbors Helping Neighbors. Each year, volunteers come together to repair homes for those who are physically or financially unable to do the work themselves—strengthening our community one home at a time.
HomeOwner Assistance Applications
We have a simple application process
Volunteer's Needed
We are Neighbors Helping Neighbors. Join us in making a difference in our community.
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2026 Community Dinner
Join us for the North Whidbey Hearts & Hammers 2026 Community Dinner on Saturday, February 7 at 5:30 PM at Living Word Church, 490 NW Crosby Rd., Oak Harbor. This is more than a meal. It is a chance to connect with neighbors, hear powerful stories, and learn how you can give back to our community. Dinner is by donation, and everyone is welcome. You will also have the opportunity to learn about becoming a House Captain, the volunteer leaders who guide our projects, with a dedicated table where you can ask questions and explore what the role involves. Come hungry for good food, meaningful connection, and a night that truly makes a difference.
Saturday, May 16 | Hosted at Living Word Church, Crosby Road
Once a year, something remarkable happens in our community.
More than 150 neighbors come together for a single purpose: to show up, roll up their sleeves, and help one another. Our Annual Hearts & Hammers Workday is a full-day expression of what it means to be a community that truly cares
On Saturday, May 16, 2026, volunteers will gather early for a kickoff breakfast at Living Word Church on Crosby Road, where teams are organized, tools are loaded, and the day’s mission is set. From there, crews head out across North Whidbey to work on 10 to 15 homes in one day, completing critical repairs that help homeowners remain safe, secure, and independent.
Throughout the day, house captains guide volunteers, friendships form over shared work, and something powerful unfolds: strangers become teammates, neighbors become friends, and houses become homes again.
The day concludes back at Living Word Church with a celebratory dinner, bringing together homeowners, volunteers, and house captains around the same tables. It’s a moment to reflect, share stories, and celebrate what can be accomplished when a community works together.
Our Annual Workday isn’t just about home repairs. It’s about connection. It’s about dignity. And it’s about neighbors helping neighbors, one home at a time.
We can’t wait to do it again in 2026.
Homeowner Assistance
We are now accepting homeowner assistance applications for our 2026 Hearts & Hammers Workday, scheduled for May 16, 2026. This program is designed to help neighbors in need maintain a safe and livable home. To qualify, applicants must live on North Whidbey Island, own and occupy their home, and demonstrate a financial need. Applications will be accepted through mid-March, after which our selection committee will choose 15 homes to receive repairs and support. Our goal is simple: to help members of our community live safely, independently, and with dignity.
Volunteers Needed
North Whidbey Hearts & Hammers is powered entirely by volunteers. We are truly neighbors helping neighbors, and we welcome anyone who wants to be part of that mission. No matter your skill level, there is a place for you, though we are especially seeking volunteers with construction experience to serve as House Captains, the leaders who guide each project. Whether you swing a hammer, organize supplies, or simply lend a helping hand, you are welcome here. Our mission is simple and powerful: building community through work projects, together.
Sponsors & Supporters
North Whidbey Hearts & Hammers relies on the generosity of sponsors and community supporters to make our work possible. Every project is completed by volunteers, and all funding comes from local Whidbey Island businesses and individuals who believe in caring for their neighbors. Your support helps us purchase materials, organize workdays, and serve homeowners in need. Together, we make a real and lasting difference in our community, and we invite you to be part of that impact.
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North Whidbey Hearts & Hammers brings neighbors together, helping neighbors build safer homes, stronger connections, and a caring community through service.
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Our Events
Community Dinner
Saturday, February 7, 2026
Workday
Saturday May 16, 2026
North Whidbey Hearts & Hammers
Area of Coverage
North Whidbey Hearts & Hammers serves homeowners within the Oak Harbor School District boundaries. If you live outside that area, help is still close by. Central Whidbey Hearts & Hammers serves Central Whidbey Island and the Coupeville School District and can be found at cwheartsandhammers.org, while South Whidbey Hearts & Hammers serves the South Whidbey School District area at heartsandhammers.com. If you are unsure which area you fall into, please reach out, and we will gladly help point you in the right direction.
Address
316 SE Pioneer Way #538, Oak Harbor, WA 98277
Phone & Email
Phone: 360-499-2005 - This number goes to voicemail.
Email: nwheartsandhammers@gmail.com