FOR YOUTH

Programs That Meet Youth Where They Are

We know that young people in Snohomish County are often dealing with more than schoolwork—they may be balancing unstable housing, family stress, or involvement with the juvenile justice system.

Academic Support

• Tutoring & homework help to close achievement gaps.

• Study skills and learning strategies tailored to diverse needs.

• College & vocational readiness support (applications, financial aid, scholarship workshops).

Career Development

• Resume and job application building.

• Workforce readiness and professional etiquette training.

• Partnerships with local businesses for internships and apprenticeships.

 Mentorship & Life Skills

• Trusted adult mentors offering guidance, encouragement, and accountability.

• Life skills workshops on budgeting, healthy relationships, communication, and problem-solving.

• Leadership opportunities so youth can shape their communities.

Advocacy & Navigation

• Support with school discipline, IEPs, and special education rights.

• Guidance in navigating local legal, healthcare, and social service systems.

• Referrals to local partners providing housing, mental health, and crisis support.

LIST OF RESOURCES IN SNOHOMISH COUNTY

Resources (Food)

Marysville Community Food Bank 

• (360) 658-1054; https://www.marysvillefoodbank.org/

Arlington Food Bank

• (360) 435-1631; arlingtonwafoodbank.org

Everett Food Bank

• (425) 259-8129; voaww.org

Granite Falls Food Bank

• (360) 691-4253; granitefallscommunitycoalition.org

Lake Stevens Food Bank

• (425) 334-3430; lakestevensfoodbank.org

Salvation Army Food Bank

• (425) 259-8129; everett.salvationarmy.org

Resources (Housing)

Cocoon House

• (360) 805-9282; https://www.cocoonhouse.org/immediate-help

• Provides emergency shelter and long-term housing assistance.

Catholic Community Services of Western Washington

• (425) 257-2111; ccsww.org/our-services/housing/

• Runs 22 shelters, 17 transitional housing facilities, and 52 permanent housing properties in Western Washington. Click the link and fill out an application.

DSHS

• (360) 651-6900; dshs.wa.gov

• Housing assistance.

Housing Authority of Snohomish County

• (425) 290-8499; hasco.org

• Connects people with local/federal programs that provide affordable housing and help pay rent.

Interfaith Family Shelter

• (425) 200-5121; interfaithwa.org

• Offers temporary housing and basic resources like food, showers, and laundry services. Helps customize solutions. Call the number above and leave a message that includes your name, family size, and contact information (phone, email).

SCLS Housing Justice Project

• (425) 258-9283; https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScD4iab0de70tx9RUoI8Nh1iBfxSdArwPKvfhID-vbuyg_7og/viewform (To see if HJP can help, complete online intake paperwork here)

• Can apply for legal assistance in-person (by appointment) at the Snohomish County Superior Court. Call (425) 258-9283 (extension 0). Open 9:00 AM-11:00 AM, Monday-Friday.

• Tenants facing eviction have a right to legal counsel. HJP represents people who cannot otherwise afford an attorney. 

Resources (Counseling)

Addiction Center

• (855) 706-9275; addictioncenter.com

Family Reconciliation Services

• (800) 609-8764

• After hours: (800) 562-5624

The Center: A Place of Hope

• (425) 771-5166; aplaceofhope.com

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

• (800) 273-8255; suicidepreventionlifeline.org

The Trevor Project

• (866) 488-7368; thetrevorproject.org

Everett Drug and Alcohol Rehab

• (877) 589-4784; drugrehab.com/washington/everett/

Resources (Disability)

Resources (Other)

Tulalip Homework Help and After-School Tutoring

• (360) 716-4902

Refugee and Immigrant Services Northwest

• (425) 388-9307; capaa.wa.gov

Childcare Resources

• (206) 329-5544; www.childcare.org/family-services

Domestic Violence Services of Snohomish

• (425) 252-2873; dvs-snoco.org

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