When Community Comes to the Table

Creative ways Bellevue neighbors gather for good. Sometimes, making a difference begins with bringing people together. This June and July, two different gatherings—a lively restaurant fundraiser and an unforgettable evening on the lake—showcased how creativity, hospitality, and a shared purpose can inspire generosity. An Evening on Hunts Point On a quiet stretch of local waterfront … Read Now

From Eviction Notice to Open Doors

One Family’s Journey to Stability When local Bellevue mother, Raisa, first received the court summons taped to her apartment door, her first thought wasn’t about herself. It was about her two kids, Sophia, 9, and Simon, 6, and where they would sleep if they lost their home. Raisa’s story is similar to that of many … Read Now

Bellevue LifeSpring Expands Breaktime-Mealtime™ Program with New QFC Partnership

For thousands of children in Bellevue, the school cafeteria is a reliable source of food. In fact, more than 5,000 children in the Bellevue School District experience food insecurity and depend on school-provided meal support to get the nutrition they need. When the school day ends—and especially when school is out for extended breaks—families who … Read Now

Gaining Independence through the Family Support Program

At Bellevue LifeSpring, we believe that with the right support, families can define what success looks like for them and then build a real path to get there. That’s exactly what our Family Support Program is designed to do. The program provides one-on-one guidance and tailored support to help families achieve goals that foster long-term … Read Now

What Poverty Looks Like in Bellevue: Reflections from Our Step Up to the Plate Panel Discussion

At our 25th Annual Step Up to the Plate Benefit Luncheon in April, community members gathered to learn more about the realities many local children and families face every day and how, together, we can help create stability and opportunity for Bellevue children. At the heart of the event was a candid panel discussion featuring … Read Now

Celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

This Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month (AANHPI Month), we are highlighting three extraordinary leaders whose work has helped open doors for immigrant families, children, and underserved communities across the Pacific Northwest and beyond. State Representative My-Linh Thai My-Linh Thai is a Vietnamese refugee, education advocate, and the first refugee elected to … Read Now

Stepping Up: A Conversation with Keri Pravitz

As we look ahead to Bellevue LifeSpring’s Step Up to the Plate Benefit Luncheon, we’re grateful for the dedicated leaders who help bring this event—and its impact—to life. Among them is Bellevue LifeSpring Board Member Keri Pravitz (Manager, Community Engagement, Bellevue/Eastern WA, Public Policy, Amazon). Keri is serving as a Luncheon Chair for the third … Read Now

Walking hand in hand with families toward stability and self-sufficiency

3/19/2026 Every family’s path to stability looks different. For some, it means securing safe and consistent housing. For others, it’s finding a new job, finishing school, or building a stronger financial foundation. What every family shares, however, is the need for someone in their corner. Someone who listens, understands, and walks alongside them toward their … Read Now