Everett Local Assistance Programs

This page lists local organizations in Everett, Washington that provide free legal help, food and social services. Statewide programs are described on the Washington page.

Legal aid

Snohomish County Legal Services provides free civil legal aid to eligible low-income residents of Snohomish County, regardless of documentation status. It focuses on family law, housing, bankruptcy and wills for seniors. Its Housing Justice Project runs a walk-up clinic at the Snohomish County Superior Courthouse, Room 1-537, 3000 Rockefeller Avenue, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM.¹

Northwest Justice Project provides free civil legal help to low-income people in Washington. Its Everett office serves Snohomish County. Call the office or its toll-free line, 1-888-201-1017, to ask about intake.²

Food

The Everett Community Food Bank is run by Volunteers of America Western Washington. It serves guests in a walk-through, grocery style experience. Appointments are suggested.³

The Salvation Army Everett Corps Community Center runs a food bank for Everett residents with low incomes. It provides two food bags per month, one in the first half of the month and one in the second half.⁴

Social services

Cocoon House serves youth ages 12 to 24 experiencing homelessness and their families in Snohomish County, with outreach, housing, prevention, education and employment support. Its U-Turn Drop-In Center sits at the Colby Avenue address. Young people under 18 in immediate need of shelter can call 360-805-9282 at any hour.⁵

Housing Hope promotes and provides affordable housing and tailored services to reduce homelessness and poverty for residents of Snohomish County and Camano Island. Its housing and service programs focus on families with children.⁶