SCOUT Program: How embedded social workers and law enforcement are tackling homelessness
Homelessness affects every community, from large urban metros to small rural towns and everything in between. Many factors can lead to individuals living on the streets, including but not limited to mental health challenges and substance abuse. What we’ve learned over years of working on this issue is that there is no one-size-fits-all approach to […]
Snohomish County seeking applicants for Affordable Housing & Emergency Bridge and Shelter Housing Projects
Snohomish County is encouraging nonprofit organizations, for-profit developers, and government agencies to submit applications for homebuyer downpayment assistance and homeownership development as well as applications to develop affordable rental housing, emergency bridge or shelter housing, and sweat equity projects. All potential applicants are strongly encouraged to immediately review the Application Review Policy regarding communication with […]
County Seeking Applicants for Affordable Housing & Emergency Bridge and Shelter Housing Projects
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—Snohomish County is encouraging nonprofit organizations, for-profit developers, and government agencies to submit applications to develop affordable rental housing, homeownership development projects, emergency bridge or shelter housing projects, and homebuyer downpayment assistance and sweat equity projects. An estimated $1,054,917 in federal funds under the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) may be available for the […]
Nate’s Corner: Snohomish County’s Cold Weather Shelter program
As temperatures warm and spring can be seen all around us, it is important to remember the hardship many faced during the cold winter months and the volunteers who stepped up during those difficult times. Snohomish County’s network of Cold Weather Shelters led the way with many acts of selfless service which gave hope and […]
Public input sought on affordable housing and community development needs
SNOHOMISH COUNTY—People are invited to provide input on the most important needs for low- and moderate-income county residents and neighborhoods. The Snohomish County Human Services Department is hosting the hearing on November 19 in Smokey Point. Input received will be used to help develop the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan that guides the use of federal funds […]
Fresh Fruit and Vegetables vouchers for eligible seniors
EVERETT, Wash., June 29, 2021 – Snohomish County announced that that applications for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) are still being accepted! SFMNP provides eligible low-income seniors with $40 worth of checks to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at participating farmers markets or farm stands. To learn more about the program, please visit: […]
