Updates from Scholarship Recipients

One of the best parts of the Educational Grants program is witnessing the transformational journey students go through. In four years, they mature into self-sufficient adults who are focused on investing their success back into their communties. Some of our current recipients recently shared updates about their accomplishments and the ways they’re giving back.   … Read Now

Meet Our Volunteer of the Year

Sherry has been a member of Fairweather Circle since 2010. She’s a Bellevue LifeSpring regular, helping behind-the-scenes at the office and Thrift Culture, and out in the community at Holiday Adopt-A-Family distribution, major events and delivering snack packs to schools. At the 2019 Step Up to the Plate Benefit Luncheon, We presented Sherry with the … Read Now

Five Must-Know Facts About Homelessness in Bellevue

In 2007, 58 students in the Bellevue School District qualified to receive homeless services. This number of kids rose to 228 by 2014. Today, 300 students are experiencing homelessness in our Bellevue community.  Bellevue children experience many forms of homelessness – living in a hotel or motel, staying in a shelter, doubled-up with another family … Read Now

The Difference a Month Can Make

At the end of last school year, nearly 300 students in the Bellevue School District were experiencing homelessness. That means nearly 300 students sleeping in cars or in shelters, living in garages or other spaces not meant for habitation, squeezing into tiny apartments shared by multiple families or spending their nights unsheltered and unsafe. This … Read Now

Three Cheers for Three Chairs!

Bellevue LifeSpring is thrilled to introduce our 2019 Step Up to the Plate Chairs, Jeri Boettcher, Marilyn Herzberg and Tracy Wort. All three are longtime supporters of Bellevue LifeSpring; Marilyn and Tracy serve on Bellevue LifeSpring’s Board of Directors and Jeri and Marilyn are members of the Hunts Point Membership Circle. This year marks Bellevue … Read Now

What’s Your Resolution?

Studies show most New Year’s resolutions fail by February – but they don’t have to! Whether your resolution is to live healthier, read more or give locally, Thrift Culture can help you make your 2019 resolutions stick. Fitter You –Experts say investing in your athletic wardrobe can help to give you confidence and motivate you … Read Now

#GiftOn3

‘Tis the season for giving – and Thrift Culture has lots to give! Those who #ThriftOn3 know that Thrift Culture has great deals on clothing, accessories and housewares, including brand new and designer items. Since Thrift Culture is re-stocked daily with community donations, there’s always something new to discover. Check out our “#GiftOn3” Thrift Culture … Read Now

A Home for the Holidays

Facing Homelessness Low-income families Bellevue LifeSpring helped last year reported spending more than half their monthly income on rent. Many live squeezed together in cramped quarters or rent rooms in shared apartments to make ends meet. Rising housing costs put low-income families at risk of ending up on the streets. “Transitioning out of homelessness is … Read Now

A Break from Nutrition

Ava is seven years old. She likes to draw and read with her two older brothers. Her parents work hard to provide for their family but their paychecks are barely making ends meet. During winter break, expenses really pile up – heat for their apartment, a babysitter during work hours, a few small holiday gifts. … Read Now

Nicole’s Giving Story

Guest Blog Post by Nicole Griswold “Uh oh,” I answered dramatically. Lance looked over at me and dropped another ball to see if I would respond once more. It was an early December morning in 2013, with Christmas just around the corner. I had been caring for him for nearly a year, and he was … Read Now