Meet the VOAWW Executive Team Leadership Volunteers of America Western Washington has a dynamic leadership team with a breadth of experience and a passion for serving others. Board Members Executive Team Kristi Myers, CFRE Interim CEO & Chief Operations Officer John Ng Chief Financial Officer Levi Van Dyke Chief Behavioral Health Officer Nelia Viloria Director of Executive Affairs Dixie Behn Vice President of Infrastructure Claire Danielson Vice President of Finance/Controller Kristin Ely Vice President of Strategic Initiatives Olga Fedorovski Vice President of Human Resources Jessica Moore, CFRE Vice President of Development Amanda Etchey Executive Director, Integrated Community Services Brenda Priest Executive Director, Personal Support Services Cory Armstrong-Hoss Executive Director, Senior Services Galina Volchkova Executive Director, Housing Services John Glennon Executive Director, Hunger Prevention Services Rena Fitzgerald Executive Director, Behavioral Health Robin Hoover Executive Director, ECEAP Services Rick Schoentrup Executive Director, Dispute Resolution Center

Discover the Sky Valley Center, a welcoming community hub offering programs, activities, and meaningful connections for older adults in Sky Valley. Find a cooling center near you. Click here to view a list of locations. Sky Valley Center Sky Valley Scoop Lunch Activities Venue Rental At the Sky Valley Center, you’ll find a welcoming place to gather, learn, and connect. Whether you’re looking to meet new friends, try a new activity, share a meal, or simply spend time in community, the Center offers engaging programs and opportunities designed to help you stay active, involved, and supported. We’re here to create a space where you feel valued, connected, and at home. 617 1st St, Sultan, WA 98294 Hours of Operation Monday - Thursday | 9am-2pm (360) 395-2133 @skyvalleyseniorcenter Sky Valley Center Meals Lunch is served Monday- Thursday, 11:30am-1pm Member Pricing Individual Lunch: $8 | Punch Card: 4 meals $30 Non-Member Pricing Individual Lunch: $10 | Punch Card: 4 meals $37 Children Ages 1-7 Pricing | Individual Lunch: $6 Click here to view the August menu. Community Pancake Breakfast Every 1st Saturday of the month from 8am-11am Get involved at SVC! Explore our event calendar and activities to find upcoming classes, social gatherings, special events, and opportunities to connect. There’s always something to look forward to. Learn More > Calendar Learn More > Activities Did you know? By becoming a member you: Receive discounts on special activities & classes Membership prices on facility rentals Plus discounted lunches! Yearly Membership: $50 Membership Form Code of Conduct Rent the A-frame! Looking for a welcoming space to host your next event? The Sky Valley Center offers flexible rental spaces perfect for meetings, celebrations, workshops, and community gatherings. Enjoy a convenient location, comfortable accommodations, and the opportunity to host your event in a space that supports and strengthens the local community. Fill out the inquiry form to get started! Rental Rates

Explore VOAWW 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 Arlington Everett Lynnwood Join us and our partners as we bring people together across our communities. ARLINGTON Operation Backpack: End of Summer Celebration (Community Event) Saturday, 8/22 | 10AM-2PM FREE event with activities, information, free backpacks and school supplies* To register, call 360-322-6988. Must be low income - verification required at event check in. Accepted verification: EBT card, Provider One card, or free and reduced lunch. Presidents Elementary School • 505 E 3rd St, Arlington, WA 98223 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 Resources on Wheels (Community Event) Tuesday, 8/25 | 10am-2pm Join us for this free community event where individuals and families can connect with local resources and services. We will have vendor booths setup outside with health and wellness workshops indoors. This event is being hosted by VOAWW Lynnwood Community Resource Center and the LNC. Lynnwood Neighborhood Center • 19509 64th Ave W, Lynnwood, WA 98036 Hope is Brewing (Fundraiser) Friday, 9/25 | 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. Lynnwood Event Center • 3711 196th St SW, Lynnwood, WA 98036

VOA Village at Sky Valley brings early learning, senior connection, a community food bank, and essential resources together to support individuals and families in Sultan. Village at Sky Valley Community Resource Center Sky Valley Center Early Learning Food Bank The VOA Village at Sky Valley offers a range of services designed to support individuals and families during every stage of life. From early learning, where young children receive the foundation they need for a bright future, to our senior services that provide companionship and connection for older adults, we are here for you. Our Sultan Community Food Bank and Sky Valley Community Resource Center are vital parts of our effort to ensure that no one in our community goes without the essentials. We know that times can be tough, but we want you to know that help is always available. Whether you’re in need of food, resources, or simply a friendly face, our doors are open to you. Community Resource Center Sky Valley Center Early Learning & ECEAP Food Bank Support for every stage of life From the children in our ECEAP program receiving free preschool to the teens in our Youth Coalition, from families accessing food and essential services to older adults finding community at the center—VOA Village serves every generation. By donating, you’re not just providing stability today—you’re offering hope for a brighter future and supporting generations to come. If you’d like your gift to support a specific program, please use the "Designate to" section. Otherwise, your donation will be shared across all VOA Village programs. BACK TO TOP

Volunteers of America Western Washington assists with food banks, rent and utility assistance, crisis counseling, mediation, and ECEAP preschool. The Right Supplies. The Right Start. For many children, a new backpack means confidence, belonging, and excitement for the year ahead. For families facing financial hardship, it can also mean relief. Your donation to Operation Backpack® helps local students receive the school supplies they need to start the year with dignity and hope. Donate Now Quick Links Need help? We offer a wide range of resources from food and housing to behavioral health and conflict resolution. Looking to give back? Volunteering, donating, or joining the team are all ways you can play an active part in helping our neighbors find stability. Get Food There are no eligibility or documentation requirements to receive food at any VOAWW food banks or pantries. Learn More Housing Our housing programs help find and or stabilize housing for both short and long term needs. Learn More Early Learning ECEAP Preschools in Everett, Monroe, and Sultan, as well as Early Learning & Child Care services in Sultan and Lynnwood. Learn More Behavioral Health We are here to provide resources and support to people in crisis and/ or considering suicide and those who want others to get the help they need. Learn More Tribal Services Serving Native American & Alaska Native Communities throughout the state of Washington to access culturally appropriate behavioral health resources. Learn More Personal Support Services Support for adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities to live safe and fulfilling lives, help with budgeting for SSA benefits, and Foundational Community Supports. Learn More Dispute Resolution Our Dispute Resolution Centers offer mediation and conflict resolution resources as well as training opportunities. Learn More Mediation An alternative to living with the stress of conflict or the anxiety of the formal legal system, mediation can help people in conflict find workable solutions quickly and affordably. Learn More Fair Housing Learn about your rights as a tenant or landlord, provide and obtain housing without discrimination, and much more! Learn More Volunteer Donate your time and gain new experiences through our many volunteer opportunities. Make a difference today. Learn More Donate Car donations, Cryptocurrency, leaving a gift in your will, and monetary donations. There's so many ways you make an impact! Learn More Job Opportunities Join the VOAWW team and become a part of serving others and strengthening communities. Learn More Who We Are Volunteers of America Western Washington was established in 1898, two years after Maud and Ballington Booth founded the national organization in New York. We respond to hundreds of thousands of requests for assistance each year through a partnership of professional staff, volunteers, and community supporters. Volunteers are instrumental in every aspect of our ministry of service and help us reach thousands more people than we could with staff alone. We acknowledge, serve, and uplift each and every person. No matter your identity, citizenship, origin, color, or creed, you are welcome here. Our commitment is to serve those needing food, shelter, crisis care, free preschool, community resources, and so much more. Featured Story Stories of Impact Pressing On Complex trauma. Assault. Homelessness. Addiction. Recovery. Relapse. These aren’t just frightening words. They are the experiences that... 2 min read "I hated who I had become." “I am 32 years old now, so I can sum it up to 2 decades battling to get my life back.” Most 12-year-olds are in 7th grade and summoning... 2 min read Lights and a Cheeseburger “I’ve been struggling since I retired,” worries Bonnie, “with the cost of things going up. My property tax went from $75.00 in 2019 to $289.00 now. That is a huge jump, and my mobile home is only worth $10,000.” On a fixed income at the age of 74, funds seem to dwindle faster each year. Rent increased $100 per month last November, but the check in the mail stays the same. And so, decisions between keeping the lights on, having food, or paying for hearing aids to live alone sa 1 min read

Mediation, workplace conflict resolution, conciliation, small claims, and training for Snohomish, Island & Skagit Counties. Dispute Resolution Center Our Dispute Resolution Center (DRC) provides comprehensive mediation, conflict resolution, and training services to the community. Get in touch with our team! 425-339-1335 | mediation@voaww.org Mediation Training Workplace Services Restorative Practices Fair Housing What is the DRC? The Volunteers of America Dispute Resolution Center (DRC) is a conflict resolution center with extensive experience as a mediation center and premier training institute. The DRC was founded by Volunteers of America in 1982 as the Rental Housing Mediation Service and serves as the Fair Housing Counselor for Snohomish County. In 1986, it became the first Dispute Resolution Center in the State of Washington pursuant to state legislation RCW 7.75. We provide a wide range of professional and affordable conflict resolution services that include: Fair Housing and Landlord/Tenant Services Large Group Facilitation Mediation Restorative Practices Small Claims Court Mediation Workplace Consultation Training Programs Mediation Resolve conflicts quickly and affordably with confidential, voluntary mediation services. Visit Page Training Interactive trainings with expert-led lectures, discussions, and practice for individuals or teams. Visit Page Workplace Services Professional conflict resolution services that foster communication and create workable solutions. Visit Page Restorative Practices Restorative Practices repair relationships through open dialogue, accountability, and compassion. Visit Page Fair Housing Supporting fair housing with education, outreach, and counseling for equal housing access. Visit Page Questions? Get in touch! We would love to hear from you! If you have questions about our services, how to get started, or resources through our Dispute Resolution Center, send us an email today. Contact Us! BACK TO TOP

Explore VOAWW venue spaces in Everett, Lynnwood, and Sky Valley. Book your community event space today! Rent a VOAWW Space VOAWW offers flexible community event space rentals across Snohomish county. Our centers provide welcoming, accessible spaces for meetings, celebrations, classes, trainings, community gatherings, and more! Each rental location is situated in a different city and offers unique amenities and layouts. Rental fees support VOAWW programs and services that strengthen communities throughout the region. Everett Lynnwood Sky Valley Carl Gipson Center Cascade View room can host up to 350 guests and features a commercial kitchen. Smaller rooms can fit between 12 and 60 guests. Great for: Birthday parties, retirement parties, company celebrations, meetings, weddings and receptions, and more! Learn More Sky Valley Center Host up to 120 Guests A warm, welcoming space in the A-frame Add on our fully equipped commercial kitchen, ideal for catering and meal prep. Great for: Birthday and retirement parties, holiday celebrations, receptions, company get togethers and more! Learn More Lynnwood Neighborhood Center Our large event rooms—Alder, Birch, and Cedar—can be rented individually or combined into one expansive space, accommodating 130–550 standing guests depending on configuration. We have unique rooms for smaller groups such as our Tech Room, Training Kitchen, and Half Gym. Great for: Birthday parties, company celebrations, trainings, weddings and receptions, corporate retreats and more! Learn More

In Arlington, Lake Stevens, Lynnwood, and Sultan, our CRCs are welcoming spaces where neighbors find support, resources, and connections to help them thrive. Community Resource Centers VOAWW Community Resource Centers are welcoming places where neighbors can turn for guidance, resources, and support. Whether someone is navigating a challenge or looking for a next step, our centers help connect individuals and families to the services and tools that build stability and well-being Arlington Lake Stevens Lynnwood Sky Valley

Donate to your neighbors in Snohomish County. Give Hope and join us for Hope is Brewing. Sept 25 at the Lynnwood Convention Center. GIVE HOPE 2026 Donate Sponsor Register Volunteers of America Western Washington has been serving our community for more than 127 years. With compassion, resiliency, and hope, we respond to hundreds of thousands of requests for assistance each year—requests for housing, food, crisis intervention , and more. As we rise to meet the growing need in our community, we’re creating a brighter future , one program, one service, one neighbor at a time. Our mission is to empower people and strengthen communities in need, guided by core values of respect, integrity, stewardship, and empathy. Will you join us? HOPE IS BREWING Our biggest celebration of the year Hope is Brewing is an annual event to recognize our donors and how their contributions impact our community through the work we do. It's an opportunity to increase the effectiveness of our reach across Western Washington by funding crucial programs and services and bringing new people along in our mission. Hope is Brewing Friday, September 25, 2026 Breakfast at 7am | Program starts 8am Register HIB Registration We serve tens of thousands of households across Snohomish County each year to find a path to healthy, stable lives. When you partner with us, you will help Give Hope to so many – and make a difference where it matters most. Our service programs provide wraparound services in a holistic approach to healthy, stable lives and self-sufficiency. FOOD HOUSING & SHELTER YOUTH & TEEN PROGRAMS COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTERS PERSONAL SUPPORT DISABILITY SERVICES TRIBAL SERVICES CRISIS CARE & SUICIDE PREVENTION SUPPORTED HOUSING & EMPLOYMENT AGING WELL CONFLICT RESOLUTION Thank you to our 2026 sponsors! PLATINUM SPONSOR SILVER SPONSORS BRONZE SPONSORS Become one of our proud sponsors! Your support fuels programs that provide food for families, shelter for those without a home, crisis intervention for individuals facing their darkest moments and so much more. To learn more about sponsorship levels and benefits, contact Jessica Moore, Vice President of Development. Call Email Sponsorship Packet

Jessica Moore, CFRE Vice President of Development 425-212-5320

Olga Fedorovski Vice President of Human Resources 425-212-5354

Rick Schoentrup Executive Director, Dispute Resolution Center