Snohomish County Gives

Founded in 1894, YWCA has grown into the region’s largest nonprofit focused on the needs of women. Photo by Jovelle Tamayo for YWCA.

A lifeline for women in crisis: YWCA’s Pathways Program changes lives

Snohomish County YWCA provides shelter and support for women

  • Jan 7, 2025
  • by YWCA

 

Working in Everett for 61 years, ChildStrive partners with families to empower them and foster lasting progress

Family-centered approach supports early youth development in Everett

The programs support families in the comfort of their own homes, creating safe spaces for growth.

 

The Boys & Girls Club in Snohomish County creates a safe, welcoming space for thousands of kids to learn, grow, and dream big through programs ranging from STEM education to athletic activities.

Shaping tomorrow’s leaders in Snohomish County through care and support

Safe spaces and programs help Snohomish County kids build confidence, skills and brighter futures.

 

The early 2000s saw the expansion of the women & children’s shelter, now a family shelter, serving up to 26 families including dads, and approximately 25 single women. Photo courtesy of Everett Gospel Mission.

Everett mission helps people get off the streets throughout Snohomish County

Community-funded since 1961, the mission offers shelter, meals, and pathways to recovery

The early 2000s saw the expansion of the women & children’s shelter, now a family shelter, serving up to 26 families including dads, and approximately 25 single women. Photo courtesy of Everett Gospel Mission.
Staff and cafe members celebrating the nine year anniversary of the cafe this past April. Photo courtesy of Everett Recovery Cafe.

A place of healing: How Everett’s Recovery Café is helping transform lives

For 10 years, Everett Recovery Café has empowered Everett residents through compassion and support

Staff and cafe members celebrating the nine year anniversary of the cafe this past April. Photo courtesy of Everett Recovery Cafe.
Crescent Roll, 1, plays with cat toy inside his enclosure at PAWS on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024 in Lynnwood, Washington. Crescent Roll came to paws as a stray and his history is unknown but he loves pets and to play. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

PAWS’ Companion Animal Shelter offers dogs, cats and a new leash on life

Since 1967, the Progressive Animal Welfare Society has found homes for 150,000 dogs and cats.

Crescent Roll, 1, plays with cat toy inside his enclosure at PAWS on Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024 in Lynnwood, Washington. Crescent Roll came to paws as a stray and his history is unknown but he loves pets and to play. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
People line up to grab food at the Everett Recovery Cafe on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Coffee, meals and compassion are free at the Everett Recovery Cafe

The free, membership-based day center offers free coffee and meals and more importantly, camaraderie and recovery support.

People line up to grab food at the Everett Recovery Cafe on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Devani Padron, left, Daisy Ramos perform during dance class at Mari's Place Monday afternoon in Everett on July 13, 2016. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)

Mari’s Place helps children build confidence and design a better future

The Everett-based nonprofit offers free and low-cost classes in art, music, theater and dance for children ages 5 to 14.

Devani Padron, left, Daisy Ramos perform during dance class at Mari's Place Monday afternoon in Everett on July 13, 2016. (Kevin Clark / The Herald)
Aaron Weinstock uses an x-ray machine toy inside the Imagine Children Museum on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

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Aaron Weinstock uses an x-ray machine toy inside the Imagine Children Museum on Tuesday, Dec. 3, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Esther’s Place “chaos” coordinator Sandra Stringham at Esther’s Place clothing pantry on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

‘A safe place to be.’ Women and children find comfort and compassion at Esther’s Place in Everett

On a rainy November evening some 10 years ago, Judy Hoff got off work and headed to her car, parked… Continue reading

Esther’s Place “chaos” coordinator Sandra Stringham at Esther’s Place clothing pantry on Wednesday, Dec. 4, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Jeanne Hoek hangs clothing on racks at the Assistance League of Everett’s Thrift Store on Monday, Dec. 2, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Assistance League of Everett has ‘Nordstrom of thrift stores’

Shoppers get sweet deals and help fund many causes that help others.

Jeanne Hoek hangs clothing on racks at the Assistance League of Everett’s Thrift Store on Monday, Dec. 2, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Jeni Graves and her two sons Elijah, 3, left, and Isaiah, 5, right, walk into Wintertide Lights at the Everett Arboretum on Monday, Dec. 2, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)

Evergreen Arboretum’s Wintertide Lights sparkle into fifth year

The free event at Legion Park in Everett is open 4-8 p.m. daily through December.

Jeni Graves and her two sons Elijah, 3, left, and Isaiah, 5, right, walk into Wintertide Lights at the Everett Arboretum on Monday, Dec. 2, 2024 in Everett, Washington. (Olivia Vanni / The Herald)
Sarvey Wildlife Care Center is one of the few facilities in the area that accepts all species – from orphaned raccoons to disoriented beavers. Photo courtesy of Sarvey Wildlife Care Center.

‘We wouldn’t exist without you:’ Arlington rescue works to meet surging demand

Wildlife center expands care to meet rising demand

Sarvey Wildlife Care Center is one of the few facilities in the area that accepts all species – from orphaned raccoons to disoriented beavers. Photo courtesy of Sarvey Wildlife Care Center.
Thanks to the Snohomish community’s contributions through Casino Road Kids Ministries’ Amazon wishlist, each of the 125 children in attendance received a gift. Photo courtesy of Casino Road Kids Ministries.

Everett Christmas celebration unites community for local youth

Annual celebration combines festive cheer with meaningful support for Everett’s underserved youth

  • Dec 16, 2024
  • by Bob's Burgers and Brews Everett
Thanks to the Snohomish community’s contributions through Casino Road Kids Ministries’ Amazon wishlist, each of the 125 children in attendance received a gift. Photo courtesy of Casino Road Kids Ministries.
Dedicated to ending the euthanasia of healthy and adoptable pets, The NOAH Center in Stanwood combines innovative programs with a family-friendly adoption approach that has helped over 56,000 animals find loving homes since 2003. Photo courtesy of the NOAH Center.

Finding furever homes: The NOAH Center’s year-end fundraiser inspires community support

Unique programs provide second chances for pets in need

Dedicated to ending the euthanasia of healthy and adoptable pets, The NOAH Center in Stanwood combines innovative programs with a family-friendly adoption approach that has helped over 56,000 animals find loving homes since 2003. Photo courtesy of the NOAH Center.
The children’s bed program provides bedding, mattresses and frames to children who would otherwise sleep on the floor. Photo courtesy of St. Vincent de Paul North Sound Council

Neighbors support neighbors in Snohomish County

Thrift store program gives beds to children in need

The children’s bed program provides bedding, mattresses and frames to children who would otherwise sleep on the floor. Photo courtesy of St. Vincent de Paul North Sound Council
Walk through the skeleton of a real gray whale and learn all about the marine life that call the Puget Sound home in the Puget Sound Ecosystem exhibit.

Imagine Children’s Museum: A space to explore, learn and laugh for over 30 years!

Learn how community support drives the success of the Pacific Northwest’s largest children’s museum

Walk through the skeleton of a real gray whale and learn all about the marine life that call the Puget Sound home in the Puget Sound Ecosystem exhibit.
Snohomish County is home to more than 51,000 veterans. The nonprofit Operation Military Family has partnered with Comcast to help them get online. Courtesy Comcast

Connecting veterans in Snohomish County – and beyond

Comcast, Operation Military Family help veterans thrive in a digital world

Snohomish County is home to more than 51,000 veterans. The nonprofit Operation Military Family has partnered with Comcast to help them get online. Courtesy Comcast
LINC NW provides numerous services that cater to the diverse needs of the community it serves. Photo courtesy by LINC NW.

Marysville resource center nurtures families from ‘hopelessness to hopefulness’

Innovative community programs foster resilience among families in need

LINC NW provides numerous services that cater to the diverse needs of the community it serves. Photo courtesy by LINC NW.
The team stays at the forefront of orthopedic innovation, employing minimally invasive techniques and advanced treatments like biologics and PRP injections. Courtesy photo by Proliance Surgeons.

Orthopedic team expands its legacy of healing in Snohomish County

Comprehensive care approach fuels three decades of dedicated surgical service

The team stays at the forefront of orthopedic innovation, employing minimally invasive techniques and advanced treatments like biologics and PRP injections. Courtesy photo by Proliance Surgeons.