About Us
we help to make life a (little) better
For those in our communities who have
the least
Luma NW (formerly Assistance League® of Everett) is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization transforming lives and strengthening our community through philanthropic programs in Snohomish County. Member volunteers are dedicated to ongoing support and a long-term presence in the community through hands-on involvement and innovative philanthropic programs.
We were founded in 1965 and currently has over 300 members. Our dedicated members and community volunteers donated over 85,000 hours this past year.
We make Snohomish County a better place to live and work through our philanthropic programs. These programs are focused on lending a helping hand to those in need. Our largest program, Bright Start, provides children and teens with a weeks’ worth of new school clothing. We currently support nine community-based philanthropic programs benefiting everyone from infants to adults residing in Snohomish County.
We have two auxiliaries providing flexible opportunities for members to volunteer and serve in.
- Luma NW Auxiliary is available for professional people who need more evening and weekend volunteer opportunities.
- Luma Crew are middle and high school students, age 12-18, desiring to volunteer in their community.
We rely 100% on volunteers with no paid staff. You are welcome to join us and use your talents, skills and interests to give back to our community. You can fill out our Contact Us form, email us at membership@LumaNW.org or call us at 425-252-3011 for more information about becoming a member.
Mission, Vision and Goals
MISSION
LUMA NW is a nonprofit, all-volunteer organization whose philanthropic programs promote the well-being and self-esteem of children, teens and adults in Snohomish County.
VISION
To positively affect our community.
GOALS
- Recruit and sustain an informed and engaged membership to ensure the success of our mission.
- Provide philanthropic programs of excellence which meet community needs.
- Assure financial sustainability,
- Create an environment which assures leaders are developed and supported.
- Develop quality external and internal marketing and communications content to ensure the success of our mission.
- Improve technology utilization to increase efficiency in program management, donor relations, and membership outreach.
Annual Report and Financials
Board of Directors 2025 - 2026
PRESIDENT
Janet Voorhies
VP MEMBERSHIP
Donna Day
VP PHILANTHROPIC PROGRAMS
Gloria Bunker
SECRETARY
Sharon Malay
TREASURER
Doreen Boy
Chapter Liaison to Luma Crew
Claudia Menard
Chapter Liaison to Auxiliary
Carol Forsberg
FINANCE
Allie Heber
Marketing / Communications
Melissa Groenewegen
Revenue Development
Nicole Armour