Levi Van Dyke Chief Behavioral Health Officer 425-212-5307

The Point-In-Time (PIT) Count measures homelessness on a single night throughout the nation. Skagit County Point-in-Time Count Each January, communities across the nation come together for the Point-in-Time (PIT) Count, measuring homelessness on a single night. Get Involved Participate If you’re experiencing housing insecurity, your participation makes a real difference. The information collected decides how much state and federal funding comes to Skagit County. Receive free resources and supplies throughout the county. Learn More Volunteer Join our PIT Crew! Volunteers will help with the count by collecting information, as well as distributing resources and supplies. Invite friends, family, or coworkers to join and make an even bigger impact! Register Donate While the PIT Count is funded by the County, items like tents, hats, and weather gear are often not covered. Support the count with a secure online donation or order off of our eco-friendly wish list below. Make a Gift Partner Help raise awareness, boost participation, and even host a pop-up location—all while deepening understanding of how the housing crisis impacts our community. Click the button to fill out a form, and let’s start collaborating today! Partnership Inquiry Skagit County PIT Count Pop-Up Locations If you are experiencing homelessness, survey collectors will be distributing supplies and collecting information throughout Skagit county at various pop-up locations. Please check location details for dates and times closer to the next count. Surveys will be completed to get a broader understanding of individual needs in Skagit County. Your personal information is confidential and will not be used for any other purpose. Why it Matters The data determines state and federal funding, helping to bring local resources and support to Skagit County. If you’re facing housing insecurity, your participation makes a direct impact and your information stays confidential. More Information about the Point-in-Time Count The Point-in-Time (PIT) Count is a survey that shows how many people are experiencing homelessness in communities across the United States. This information helps local programs plan services and make sure resources go where they are needed most. Many individuals and families without stable housing often go unseen. To address the housing crisis, we need to understand how many people have access to shelter and how many are still without a safe place to stay. The PIT Count is required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). It includes people who are unsheltered as well as those staying in emergency shelters, transitional housing, or Safe Havens on a single night. Your participation in the PIT Count is more than just a number. Whether you're experiencing homelessness, joining the PIT Crew, hosting a pop-up to distribute resources, you make a direct impact on the amount of funding Skagit County receives. Your donations will provide crucial resources — warm clothing, bedding, hygiene kits, and more — to people in need. These will be distributed by our outreach teams and at pop-up locations throughout the county. Every contribution helps directly support our neighbors in need. Looking for another way to give? Explore our Amazon Wish List. The items we’ve chosen are eco-friendly and help reduce waste from batteries, single-use products, and non-biodegradable materials. Browse Wish List

Nelia Viloria Director of Executive Affairs

Activities and continued learning. Membership for age 50 and up. Venue, party, and meeting room rental plus bingo and commissary kitchen serving Everett, Marysville, Lake Stevens, Snohomish County, and nearby communities. Carl Gipson Center The Carl Gipson Center is a membership-based community serving adults 50+, veterans, individuals with disabilities, underserved communities, immigrants, youth, and families. Lunch is provided by Homage from 11:30am - 12:00pm • Mon-Fri Lunch Newsletter Membership Activities Rentals Donate LOCATION 3025 Lombard Ave, Everett, WA 98201 (Find parking information here ) HOURS OF OPERATION Mon - Thurs | 8:30am - 4:00pm Fri & Sat | 8:30am - 1:00pm CONTACT (425) 818-2784 STAY IN THE KNOW! Subscribe to the Gipson Center Newsletter by clicking here or follow us on Facebook at @gipsoncenter Get Started Create your account, register for activities and more through our Member Portal Membership Rates Membership Form Financial Assistance Member Handbook Activities From classes and workshops to trips, personal services, and more, the Carl Gipson Center offers activities for members and opportunities open to the wider community. Whether you’re looking to learn something new, connect with others, stay active, or simply have fun, there’s something for you. Check the calendar for this month's activities , or browse by category below to find what you’re looking for. Exercise & Movement Classes, Clubs & Games Conversation, Fellowship & Support Personal Services Trips Speakers & Workshops Annual & Special Events Room Rentals The Carl Gipson Center offers rooms to rent for your next event or gathering, plus the convenience of a Commissary Kitchen for food prep. The Cascade View room features a commercial kitchen including gas ranges, flat top stove, steam table, ice machine, and more. Smaller rooms are available for social activities and parties. Rental Rates Kitchen Rates Questions? Contact voarentals@voaww.org Show your support for the Carl Gipson Center! The Carl Gipson Center depends on donations and support from individuals, foundations and corporations to serve everyone in the community. Volunteer Donate Sponsor Legacy Club Gipson Center Staff Executive Director Cory Armstrong-Hoss 425-818-2784 carmstrong@voaww.org Contact Cory for: Partnerships Public Relations Speakers & Workshop Committees Fundraising Operations Director Gul Subaykan 425-818-2744 gsubaykan@voaww.org Contact Gul for: Outreach Old Friends Club Special Programs & Services Activities Coordinator Kerri Schwindt 425-818-2372 kschwindt@voaww.org Contact Kerri for: Activities and Programs Events Trips Bingo Rental & Engagement Coordinator Sabrina Willard 425-212-2924 swillard@voaww.org Contact Sabrina for: Rentals Membership Financial Assistance Marketing Volunteer Opportunities PROUD SERVICE PARTNERS

Monday–Thursday | 8:30 am–1:30 pm • 19509 64th Ave W, Lynnwood Drinks Menu Brunch Items Stop by Piazza Café located inside of the Lynnwood Neighborhood Center for coffee, lunch, and a welcoming place to gather. Operated by VOA Western Washington’s Culinary Workforce Program, the café gives participants hands-on experience as they build skills for careers in the food service industry. When you enjoy food prepared and served at Piazza Café, you’re also supporting the continued operation of the program. Learn More

An Affiliate of Old Friends Club Network. Old Friends Club offers friendship, activities, and support for people living with dementia while giving family caregivers time to rest and recharge in Everett and Lynnwood. Old Friends Club An Affiliate of Old Friends Club Network Locations EVERETT Located in the Carl Gipson Center 3025 Lombard Ave, Everett, WA 98201 Tuesdays & Thursdays | 9:30am-2:30pm (excluding holidays) LYNNWOOD Located in the Lynnwood Neighborhood Center 19509 64th Ave W, Lynnwood, WA 98036 Mondays & Wednesdays | 9:30am-2:30pm (excluding holidays) Contact 425-232-6002 | ofccoordinator@voaww.org Serving adults with early-to-mid stage dementia Old Friends Club (the Club) is a place of friendship and belonging for people living with dementia—and a social respite program that provides family caregivers time for self-care. Daily activities include art, music, lunch, opportunities to build friendships, and more. Participants must be able to feed themselves, use the bathroom, walk independently, and consistently treat others with respect, without the assistance of caregiver or VOA staff or volunteer. Policies & Intake Form for Old Friends Club Program Policy Intake Form Payment Policy To Request An In-Take Appointment Fees and Payment Schedule Waitlist Complete the VOA Old Friends Club (OFC) In-Take Form and submit in-person or via email to the OFC Coordinator: ofccoordinator@voaww.org The Club’s fee is $800.00 for two days a week, per month per participant. VOA requires payment to be made via credit or debit card and Payment Authorization Form on file, and will collect payment on the 15th of the month for the following month. Participants commit to a minimum of three months. See VOA Old Friends Club policies for more information. To submit your participant’s name for a Club waitlist, email caregiver and participant contact information to ofccoordinator@voaww.org .

Kristi Myers, CFRE Interim CEO & Chief Operations Officer 425-212-5314

VOA Western Washington proudly offers two high-quality early learning options to support families in the communities we serve. Preschool & Child Care Services Volunteers of America Western Washington proudly offers two high-quality early learning options to support families in the communities we serve. ECEAP Preschool Early Learning & Child Care ECEAP Preschools (Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program) are a state-funded, completely free preschool option for eligible children and families. This is available in Everett, Monroe, Sultan, and Lynnwood. Our other program is an Early Learning/Child Care center . This is a high-quality preschool program available in Sultan and Lynwood . We provide a full preschool program as well as extended hours before and aftercare if needed. We offer competitive rates and sibling discounts. LEARN MORE ABOUT ECEAP Preschool Visit Page LEARN MORE ABOUT Early Learning & Child Care Visit Page In accordance with federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.

Amanda Etchey Executive Director, Integrated Community Services

Our Board of Directors sets strategic priorities, provides fiduciary oversight, acts as advocates for and ambassadors of VOA Western Washington. BOARD OF DIRECTORS Our Board of Directors sets strategic priorities, provides fiduciary oversight, acts as advocates for – and ambassadors of – VOA Western Washington, and oversees our President/CEO. BOARD CHAIR Suzan Sturholm President/Owner All Things HR PROPERTIES BOARD CHAIR Shannon Testa Director of Operations Lease Crutcher Lewis GOVERNANCE COMMITTEE CHAIR Stephen Zimmerman President (Retired) Crane Aerospace Aimee Do President / Owner / Liaison Administrator Vietnam Education Fund and Mercy House of St. Pius X Church in Mountlake Terrace Todd Henrichsen AVP - Compliance Global Atlantic Financial Group Mark Hulst Owner Skagit Cellars Bryan P. O'Connor Attorney/Principal Jackson Lewis PC Lori Schlindwein Vice President, Service Lines Wells Fargo Bank Amit Singh, Ph.D. President Edmonds College Kirstin Tyner Residential Manager Quilceda Community Services Brenda White VP Local Government & External Affairs Snohomish County PUD Ross Angeledes Owner Odyssey Coins & Collectibles Lisa Janicki Business Owner Retired Skagit County Commissioner

Volunteer opportunities in Everett, Marysville, Arlington, Sultan, and other Snohomish County communities. Make a difference, volunteer! Our services would not be possible without the generosity, dedication, and talent of volunteers like you. We have many opportunities from individual events to ongoing services serving so many needs across our Western Washington communities. Find something that matches your strengths and interests and share your talents with those who need it most. Get Started Volunteer Opportunities We have programs across 8 different service areas including Hunger Prevention, Housing Services, Dispute Resolution, Behavioral Health, Disability Services, ECEAP Preschools, Community Resource Centers, and Senior Services. Find the perfect volunteer opportunity for you and keep an eye out for new ones! Everett Food Bank Help provide food to our neighbors in need. Multiple opportunities available. Carl Gipson Center Lend a hand and help out with various volunteer duties. Now open! The Lynnwood Neighborhood Center will be opening its doors soon, and we need your help! Be part of the excitement and join our community as a volunteer. Upcoming volunteer opportunities: Greeter, event duties, program support, resource center receptionist, and kitchen support Sign up to be notified when LNC volunteering begins LNC Volunteer Dispute Resolution Center Learn how to mediate conflict between parents, landlords/tenants, and other parties to create win-win solutions. ECEAP Preschools Read to students, set up music classes, do art projects, update the garden or playground, or assist in the office. Sky Valley Youth Co Work directly with youth, helping them develop healthy relationships and make decisions that are right for them. Sign up to volunteer today! Volunteer Opportunities Questions about volunteering? Lindsay Donovan, Manager of Volunteer Services (425) 609-0278 | volunteer@voaww.org

Explore VOA events by location, from fundraisers to community gatherings. Discover what’s happening near you! Connect, get involved, and support your local community. Events & Community Gatherings Everett Lynnwood Join us and our partners as we bring people together across our communities. EVERETT Veterans Day Lunch (Community Event) Thursday, 11/5 | 11:30am-12:30pm Join the Carl Gipson Center’s annual Veterans Day Lunch. Lunch by Homage, cake and coffee provided, and a short program to honor veterans Carl Gipson Center • 3025 Lombard Ave, Everett Wintertide (Community Event) Saturday, 12/12 | 9am-1pm This is a free, community-wide event that will feature live performances throughout the day. Come enjoy the fun and holiday spirit! Carl Gipson Center • 3025 Lombard Ave, Everett 4th Annual March Against Hunger 5k (Fundraiser) Saturday, 3/20/2027 | Starts at 9am Your support benefits the Everett Community Food Bank, where we served more than 88,000 children, adults & seniors in need last year. Box Car Park • Port of Everett LYNNWOOD Hope is Brewing (Fundraiser) Friday, 9/24, 2027 | Breakfast at 7AM, presentation from 8AM-9AM Start your morning with purpose at Hope is Brewing, a meaningful gathering that brings our community together to share stories, spark hope, and support neighbors in need. To be announced