Joe Box has health problems, both hips replaced and a kidney removed due to cancer.  But that didn’t stop him from adopting four of his grandchildren, and taking in two more because they needed a place to stay.  This is a man with a big heart, a  big family - kids ages 7 to 16 - and a small budget. 

When he came to "Backpack Day" recently at Volunteers of America Sky Valley Resource Center, he picked up backpacks stuffed with school supplies for everyone and told us he relied on community organizations like the Center, Boys and Girls Club and Camp Volasuca to keep his kids active and engaged.  He smiled down at the backpacks, "This kind of support is a tremendous asset to my family."  

Joe received his backpacks from the Center’s effort that distributed 143 backpacks with school supplies to local youth in need.  This was in addition to the supplies sent to local elementary and middle school counselors to help youth from funds donated for that purpose.

Volunteers of America Sky Valley Resource Center offers hope and resources

From children’s programs to emergency services, we connect Skykomish Valley residents to what they need, they best we can.  However, it’s too often that community needs exceed our resources.  If you have a spirit to help others, we want to hear from you!  Email us or call 360-793-2400 to support any of the programs you are interested in and passionate about below.

Community meeting facility

We are happy to extend our greater facility, with meeting rooms and industrial kitchen, to community clubs and groups each month as a scheduled meeting place. See our current monthly schedule, or contact us by email or phone, 360-793-2400.

Family and Children’s services

Many programs support the positive development of youth and their families, fostering strong relationships and character building.

• Backpack Day
• Child Care Resource & Referral
• Holiday Giving Tree
• Lending Library
• Safe Stop Youth Group
• Sky Valley Play Group
• Preschool and Pre-Headstart
• Community Swim Lessons

Senior Services

The Sky Valley Senior Center offers a variety of classes, services and activities for senior citizens in the Sky Valley Community. Partnered with the East County Senior Center, Volunteers of America welcomes seniors to stay connected and active in their community by joining the Center for just $10 a year.

Emergency Services

Other emergency services are provided and are administered on an as-needed, income-eligible basis as funding is available.

• Bus Tickets
• Mobile Dental Van
• Deposit Loans
• Emergency Shelter
• Gas Vouchers 
• Prescription Vouchers
• Rent/Mortgage Assistance
• Assistance with utilities and heat 

For client convenience, we have set aside office hours for walk-in emergency services appointments on Tuesdays, 4:00-7:00pm and Fridays 9:30am-12:00noon. If you need assistance at other times, please email us first to make an appointment or call 360-793-2400.