Q: What does Everett Gospel Mission do and where is it?
A: Everett Gospel Mission provides emergency shelter, meals, and recovery services for men, women, and families experiencing homelessness in Snohomish County. Their main location is at 3711 Smith Ave in Everett. The organization is currently planning a $30 million expansion that will nearly double its shelter capacity to 172 beds, with construction set to begin in fall 2026.
Most people in Everett have driven past the Everett Gospel Mission without really knowing what happens inside. That’s starting to change — partly because of a major expansion announcement that has drawn coverage from KING 5 and the Everett Herald, and partly because the need it addresses is increasingly visible in our community.
Here’s the full picture of what EGM does, who it serves, and what’s coming next for one of Snohomish County’s most essential nonprofits.
What Is Everett Gospel Mission?
Everett Gospel Mission is a Christ-centered nonprofit based in Everett that alleviates homelessness, hunger, addiction, and poverty in Snohomish County. Founded on a mission of community care rooted in faith, EGM operates as a practical, daily resource — not just a last resort. Men and women who are unhoused, hungry, or struggling with addiction can walk through EGM’s doors and find shelter, a meal, and support connecting to longer-term recovery resources.
EGM’s main facility is located at 3711 Smith Ave, Everett — a cluster of buildings on the city’s south side that houses emergency shelter for men, a women’s shelter, a day center, and staff offices. The organization can be reached at (425) 740-2500, and their full resource guide lives at egmission.org.
Services: What EGM Provides
EGM’s programming spans three core areas: shelter, meals, and recovery support.
Emergency Shelter
Everett Gospel Mission operates separate emergency shelters for men and women. The men’s shelter holds particular significance in the regional context: it is the only emergency shelter available for men without families in Snohomish County. When a man experiencing homelessness in Snohomish County needs a bed, EGM is the option. That context makes the organization’s upcoming expansion not just a local story but a county-level infrastructure story.
EGM also operates a family shelter in Everett’s Lowell neighborhood, providing an additional resource for families with children who need emergency housing. The expansion of the main Smith Avenue facility will free up additional space at the Lowell family shelter as well.
Meals and Day Services
EGM serves meals to people experiencing homelessness throughout the week. The organization hosts holiday meals — Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, and other special occasions — for men, women, and families in need. These meal services are open to community volunteers and faith groups who want to serve alongside EGM staff.
The day center on Smith Ave provides a daytime space where guests can access basic needs — a place to be, connections to services, and support from staff working toward longer-term stability solutions.
Recovery Programs
Addiction and homelessness are deeply intertwined in Everett, as they are in most of Western Washington. EGM provides recovery-oriented programming as part of its holistic model — the goal isn’t just a bed for the night but a pathway toward sustainable change. Their approach is explicitly faith-based and community-rooted, which distinguishes EGM from county-administered services and makes it a complementary part of the broader Snohomish County social safety net alongside organizations like Housing Hope and Cocoon House.
The $30 Million Expansion: What’s Coming
In April 2026, EGM announced a major expansion that will transform the Smith Avenue campus and significantly increase the county’s shelter capacity. The Herald covered the announcement on April 10, 2026; KING 5 followed with a segment focused on the growing need EGM is preparing to meet.
The Scale
The expansion will connect two existing warehouses on Smith Avenue with EGM’s current shelter building, creating one contiguous facility approximately three times the size of the current structure. When complete, the expanded shelter will provide 172 beds — nearly double current capacity — with separate spaces for men and women. The facility will also include surge capacity for up to 64 additional beds during severe weather events, giving the county a significant cold-weather emergency resource.
The Funding
The $30 million project has assembled funding from multiple sources: the City of Everett, Snohomish County, the Washington State Legislature (through a budget allocation approved earlier this year), and private philanthropic donations. Significant portions of the funding have already arrived, positioning the project for a real construction start rather than a planning-stage announcement.
The Timeline
Construction is set to begin in October or November 2026, with the goal of having Phase 1 complete in time for the cold weather season in 2027. For a community where winter shelter access is often a matter of survival, that timeline reflects urgency, not ambition.
Why This Matters for Everett
Everett has been grappling with visible homelessness for years — a challenge that intersects with the Casino Road corridor, the downtown core, and the waterfront area. The organizations working on this problem in Everett are all connected: Volunteers of America Western Washington runs food banks and the Casino Road pantry; Housing Hope develops and operates affordable housing throughout the county; Cocoon House focuses on youth experiencing homelessness; and EGM holds the critical position of being the only overnight shelter for adult men without families.
The expansion doesn’t solve Snohomish County’s homelessness crisis — no single building does. But it closes a real gap in the county’s emergency infrastructure, and it positions EGM to serve a growing population with more dignity and space than the current facility allows.
The Stations Unidos community development corporation, which works to prevent displacement in the Casino Road corridor, has noted that homelessness prevention and emergency response are two sides of the same challenge. EGM works the emergency response side with consistency and scale that few organizations in the county can match.
How to Get Involved
Volunteer
EGM welcomes volunteers for meal service and a range of other roles. The organization requires a Poverty 101 orientation for most volunteer opportunities beyond hosted meal service — a brief training that helps volunteers understand the context they’re stepping into and show up more effectively. Groups (faith communities, businesses, civic organizations) can sign up to prepare and serve meals on a recurring basis. Visit egmission.org/volunteer to connect.
Donate
EGM is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 91-0780146) and accepts donations directly through their website. The expansion has raised a significant portion of its $30 million target, but EGM’s ongoing operating budget — meals, shelter staff, utilities, recovery programming — is funded by the community year-round.
Access Services
If you or someone you know needs emergency shelter, meals, or recovery support, EGM’s main location is at 3711 Smith Ave, Everett. Call (425) 740-2500 to connect with staff, or visit egmission.org for current hours and intake information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Everett Gospel Mission located?
Everett Gospel Mission’s main facility is at 3711 Smith Ave, Everett, WA. Their family shelter is in the Lowell neighborhood. They can be reached at (425) 740-2500 or at egmission.org.
What services does Everett Gospel Mission provide?
EGM provides emergency shelter for men and women, a day center, meals, and recovery-oriented programming for people experiencing homelessness, hunger, or addiction in Snohomish County.
Is Everett Gospel Mission the only men’s shelter in Snohomish County?
Yes — Everett Gospel Mission’s shelter on Smith Avenue is the only emergency shelter available for adult men without families in Snohomish County.
What is the EGM expansion project?
EGM is planning a $30 million expansion of its Smith Avenue campus that will nearly double shelter capacity to 172 beds, with surge capacity for 64 additional beds in severe weather. Construction is set to begin in fall 2026, with Phase 1 targeting completion before the 2027 cold weather season.
How can I volunteer at Everett Gospel Mission?
EGM welcomes volunteers for meal service and other roles. A Poverty 101 orientation is required for most positions. Visit egmission.org/volunteer to sign up or learn more.
Is Everett Gospel Mission a faith-based organization?
Yes — EGM is a Christ-centered nonprofit. Their approach to shelter, meals, and recovery is rooted in faith-based community development, though their services are available to anyone in need regardless of religious background.
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