What is Everett Gospel Mission and where is it located?

Everett Gospel Mission (EGM) is a Christ-centered nonprofit at 3711 Smith Ave, Everett, WA. Phone: (425) 740-2500. Website: egmission.org. It provides emergency shelter, meals, and recovery services for men, women, and families experiencing homelessness across Snohomish County.

How much is the Everett Gospel Mission expansion and when does it start?

The expansion costs approximately $30 million and construction is scheduled to begin in fall 2026 (October or November). The project connects two existing warehouses with the current shelter on Smith Avenue, creating one contiguous building approximately three times the size of the existing shelter.

Is Everett Gospel Mission the only men's shelter in Snohomish County?

Yes. Everett Gospel Mission operates the only emergency shelter for men without families in Snohomish County. When a man experiencing homelessness in the county needs a bed, EGM is the option.

How can I volunteer or donate to Everett Gospel Mission?

Visit egmission.org or call (425) 740-2500. Volunteer opportunities include meal service, holiday events (Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter), and skills-based support. Donations can be made online at egmission.org/donate.

Everett Gospel Mission's $30 Million Expansion: The Complete 2026 Guide to Every Service, How to Get Help, and What 172 Beds Means for Snohomish County

Q: How many beds will Everett Gospel Mission have after the expansion?

172 beds in the expanded facility, with surge capacity for up to 64 additional beds during severe weather events. The current capacity is approximately 90 beds.

Q: How is the $30 million expansion funded?

Funding includes grants from the City of Everett, Snohomish County, a state budget allocation approved by the Legislature, and philanthropic donations. Snohomish County's $23M housing and behavioral health award (April 2026) contributed $5.8 million to EGM.

Quick Answer: Everett Gospel Mission at 3711 Smith Ave is expanding from approximately 90 beds to 172 beds in a $30 million project starting fall 2026. It is the only emergency men’s shelter in Snohomish County. Construction connects two existing warehouses into one contiguous building three times the size of the current shelter, with a first-phase completion target for the 2027 cold weather season. Here is the complete guide to every service EGM provides, how to get help, how to give help, and what the expansion means for the county.

What Everett Gospel Mission Does

Everett Gospel Mission is a Christ-centered nonprofit that has operated on Smith Avenue in Everett’s south side for decades. Its mission is practical and daily: emergency shelter for people experiencing homelessness, meals for anyone who needs them, and recovery support for people working to rebuild their lives. EGM is not a last resort — it is a first-available resource, operating seven days a week.

The organization’s current facility at 3711 Smith Ave houses separate emergency shelters for men and women, a family shelter nearby in Everett’s Lowell neighborhood, a day center, and staff offices. The main number is (425) 740-2500. The full resource guide is at egmission.org.

The One Fact That Defines EGM’s County-Level Importance

Everett Gospel Mission operates the only emergency shelter for men without families in Snohomish County. This is not a local distinction — it is a county-level infrastructure fact. When a man experiencing homelessness in Snohomish County needs a bed tonight, EGM is the option. There is no backup. A $30 million expansion of this facility is not just a nonprofit story. It is a county infrastructure story.

Services: What EGM Provides in 2026

Emergency Shelter: Separate shelters for men and women at the Smith Ave main campus. The men’s shelter is the only such facility in the county. Women’s shelter serves women experiencing homelessness. Both operate nightly.

Family Shelter: EGM operates a family shelter in the Lowell neighborhood of Everett, providing emergency housing for families with children. The Smith Ave expansion will free additional capacity at the Lowell family shelter as resources are consolidated.

Meals: EGM serves meals to people experiencing homelessness throughout the week. Holiday meals — Thanksgiving, Christmas, Easter, and other occasions — are open to community volunteers who want to serve alongside staff. These are not closed events; faith groups and individuals regularly participate.

Day Center: The day center on Smith Ave provides daytime space for guests to access services, connect with case managers, and work toward longer-term housing and employment goals.

Recovery Support: EGM provides programming for men and women working through addiction and rebuilding their lives. This includes structured programming, accountability support, and connections to community resources including employment and housing placement.

The $30 Million Expansion: What’s Actually Being Built

The expansion connects two existing warehouses on Smith Avenue with the current shelter building by adding new structures between them. The result is one contiguous building — permit documents filed with the City of Everett show a structure approximately three times the size of the existing shelter. The expanded facility will provide 172 beds with separate spaces for men and women, plus surge capacity for up to 64 additional beds during severe weather events. That surge capacity number matters: Everett’s winters can produce demand spikes that overwhelm fixed-bed facilities.

Construction is scheduled to begin in October or November 2026. The work will not interrupt the current shelter service — EGM remains operational throughout. The goal is to have the first phase completed in time for the cold weather season in 2027.

How the Expansion Is Funded

The $30 million total includes grants from the City of Everett, Snohomish County, a state budget allocation approved by the Legislature, and philanthropic donations. The Snohomish County Council’s $23 million housing and behavioral health award in April 2026 contributed $5.8 million to EGM specifically. The project has already secured significant portions of its funding — it is not a proposal waiting on money. Construction is starting in fall 2026.

How to Get Help

Walk-in at 3711 Smith Ave, Everett. Call (425) 740-2500. Visit egmission.org. EGM does not turn away people in crisis based on sobriety status — the organization serves people where they are. For families, the Lowell neighborhood family shelter can be accessed through the main number. For women, the women’s shelter is accessible through the same contact points. For men, the Smith Ave men’s shelter is the direct resource.

If you are helping someone else find resources in Everett, the 2026 Everett resident guide to VOA Western Washington services and the Cocoon House guide for youth cover additional organizations serving different populations.

How to Volunteer or Donate

Volunteer opportunities include meal service throughout the year, holiday meal events, and skills-based support roles. Faith groups and community organizations regularly serve alongside EGM staff. Contact (425) 740-2500 or visit egmission.org to coordinate. Donations can be made at egmission.org/donate. The capital campaign for the expansion is active — this is the highest-impact moment to give if supporting the infrastructure build-out is the goal.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Everett Gospel Mission?

3711 Smith Ave, Everett, WA. Phone: (425) 740-2500. Website: egmission.org.

Is EGM the only men’s shelter in Snohomish County?

Yes. EGM operates the only emergency shelter for men without families in Snohomish County.

When does construction start?

Fall 2026 — October or November. Service continues without interruption during construction.

How many beds after expansion?

172 beds, plus surge capacity for 64 additional beds during severe weather.

How is the expansion funded?

$30M total from City of Everett grants, Snohomish County (including $5.8M from the April 2026 housing award), state Legislature allocation, and private philanthropy.