The Pete Andersen FUSION Family Center
The Pete Andersen FUSION Family Center “The Pete” is a vital resource for families experiencing homelessness in South King County. With 90 beds available, The Pete provided emergency shelter to 221 families in 2023, delivering critical support to families in immediate crisis. The cost to house a family for one night is just $88, ensuring that community donations have a direct impact on helping those in need.
Families at the Pete Andersen FUSION Family Center receive more than just a place to stay. Each family collaborates with a professional support services team to create a personalized Family Stability Plan addressing housing, employment, and other essential needs. Weekly meetings with a Housing and Employment Specialist assist with job searches and securing permanent housing. Additional services focus on children’s well-being, with targeted activities, referrals to community resources, and skills development aimed at fostering self-sufficiency for the entire family.
The Pete provides a safe, supportive environment where families can begin to rebuild. It is staffed 24/7 by a team of professionals, and security is always present to ensure the safety of residents. Families share community recreation spaces, use on-site kitchens to prepare their own meals, and have access to self-service laundry facilities on each floor. Youth activities are also available after school to offer enrichment and stability for children.
FUSION’s approach is trauma-informed, recognizing the unique stress and challenges each family faces due to homelessness. The goal is to guide families toward long-term stability through individualized support, tailored to their specific needs and circumstances. By focusing on sustainable outcomes, The Pete works to reduce the number of families experiencing homelessness in the region, while fostering a supportive network of community partnerships that enhance services for the families we serve.
To further aid in transitioning families to permanent housing, the Finally Home Fund provides financial assistance for moving expenses when other community resources are unavailable. This ensures that families have everything they need to succeed as they move toward a more secure future.
At the Pete Andersen FUSION Family Center, we are committed to helping families not only survive a crisis but thrive beyond it, building a foundation for self-sufficiency and long-term success.
206-245-1026 for Shelter
253-838-0950 for Information
1505 S 328th St. Federal Way 98003
Group Volunteer Opportunities
Looking for a rewarding way for your work, church, or community group to give back? Sign up to volunteer at the Pete Andersen FUSION Family Center and make a difference in the lives of families experiencing homelessness.
There are a variety of opportunities for your group to get involved. You can prepare and serve meals for our families, host a game or movie night, or volunteer during one of our holiday events like an Easter Egg Hunt or Halloween Trunk-or-Treat. Your group can also help with outdoor clean-up, building maintenance, or by offering much-needed handyman services.
Volunteering as a group is a great way to build connections, support your community, and make a meaningful impact. To learn more and sign up your group, please contact Katie Dillon at katie.dillon@fusionhousing.org. We can’t wait to welcome you!
Looking for Emergency Shelter for you or your clients?
The Pete is a referral-based emergency shelter for families experiencing homelessness. If you are seeking shelter for yourself or a family member, please contact the Family Intake Line at 206-245-1026.
If you are a case manager with a supportive agency, please click the link below to submit an emergency shelter request. This will place your client on our waitlist. Due to the nature of our industry, we are unable to estimate how long your client will remain on the waitlist, but we will reach out to them as soon as a spot becomes available.
DONATIONS WELCOME!
All proceeds from the FUSION Décor Boutique support our program to provide housing and support services to families experiencing homelessness in our community.
We gratefully accept clean gently-used home furnishings in good repair for our Boutique store. To donate large items for pick up, contact our Donation Coordinator, Sue, by email at fusiondonation@gmail.com. Please include your Name and Phone Number, and a Description with Photograph (if possible) of each item you wish to donate.
If you would like to drop off furniture or décor during our business hours, please call us beforehand at 253-839-4045 with a description of the items. Donation drop-offs are accepted only during business hours Tuesday to Saturday – 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Our Boutique store is an all-volunteer staff who are not able to help unload heavy furniture drop offs. Please contact our Donation Coordinator at fusiondonation@gmail.com to arrange home pick up of large items.
Interested in volunteering at The Pete?
Make a meaningful impact in the lives of families experiencing homelessness by volunteering at the Pete! Opportunities include working with children, tutoring students, helping parents with job searches, and more. Whether you have a few hours to spare or are looking for a regular commitment, your time and skills can make a lasting difference. Join our community of volunteers and help families rebuild their futures!
Quotes from former guests at The Pete
“I’ve never been held accountable before. Thanks to FUSION, staying on top of me during my meetings, I am accomplishing goals like never before.”
“From the very first time I walked up to the doors of the center, I felt relief. My kids are safe, in a place where they can just be kids again.”
“I can’t even find the words. I just want to say THANK YOU! Thank you so much for everything you have done for me and my babies. I don’t think I can thank you enough. We are off to our fresh start thanks to you!”