Arlington Community Resource Center

06/01/2026

The Arlington Community Resource Center will be collecting school supplies to help children head back to school with everything they need.

Last year, our Operation Backpack® distribution events helped 900 students across Snohomish County start the school year prepared and confident.

Join us in supporting local students by donating school supplies.
📅 July 11 | 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
📍 Walmart in Arlington
4010 172nd St. NE, Arlington, WA 98223

05/18/2026

All of our Community Resource Centers will be closed on Monday, May 25 in observance of Memorial Day. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

Send a message to learn more

04/27/2026

Men’s clothes are in high demand right now and you can make a real difference. 💙

Arlington Community Resource Center is collecting essential items to support individuals in our community who need a fresh start.

We’re looking for:
• New underwear
• New or gently used shoes
• Blankets
• Men’s pants (new or gently used)

📍 Drop off at: 103 E 3rd St, Arlington
🕘 Monday–Thursday | 9am–4pm

04/23/2026

04/23/2026

Do you love to cook? Feel called to serve? 🍽️💙
The Arlington Community Resource Center is looking for volunteers to provide dinner for participants during our shower program.
📍 103 E 3rd St, Arlington, WA 98223
🗓️ Every 2nd Wednesday of the month
🤝 Volunteer once or on an ongoing basis
Want to help?
Call our main office: (360) 322-6988

04/23/2026

Looking for ways to make a difference in your community?

The Community Services Advisory Council (CSAC) is currently seeking new members to help address poverty in Snohomish County. This is an opportunity to share your voice, bring lived experience, and help shape programs and services that support our neighbors.

CSAC welcomes diverse perspectives, especially from individuals with lived experience.

Interested in getting involved? See the flyer for details or email [email protected] to learn more.

04/16/2026

844 people served in March across our Community Resource Centers in Lynnwood, Lake Stevens, Sultan, and Arlington.

Each number represents someone connected to the support they needed. 💙

04/16/2026

When Mark came to Arlington Community Resource Center, he had just taken a major step forward. He moved into his first apartment at 57 years old after five years of experiencing homelessness and completing treatment.

Although this was an important milestone, the transition came with unexpected challenges. Mark quickly struggled to keep up with expenses he had not anticipated, including rent and utility costs. These barriers put his new housing at risk almost immediately.

With timely support from ACRC, he was able to receive assistance with his past-due rent and utility bills. This gave him the breathing room he needed to regain stability.

Alongside this support, Mark began building essential skills through budgeting guidance and renter education, tools that would help him maintain long-term stability.

Today, Mark is maintaining stable housing on his own and continues to stay committed to his sobriety. He has built confidence in managing his finances and is focused on creating a healthier, more independent future.

Mark is also working on writing a book about his experiences with mental health and addiction. He hopes that by sharing his story, he can encourage others to reach out for help and remind them that change is possible.

Mark’s journey is a powerful reminder that it does not always take a lot to make a lasting impact. Sometimes a little help at the right moment can make the difference between losing everything and building a new beginning.

👉 Learn more about our Community Resource Centers on our website: https://www.voaww.org/crc

04/09/2026

Our centers are a safe space for our community to turn to during challenging times. We provide essential resources and services to help people thrive, most of which are made possible by donations.

Thanks to supporters like you, we can continue helping our community.
💙Be part of this great cause and donate today: https://voaww.donorsupport.co/page/FUNZYLNAMVW