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

Meet the Team: Three New Faces on Our Partnerships & Investment Team

We’re thrilled to welcome three new members to the Bellevue LifeSpring family. Each of them brings something unique to our Partnerships & Investment team, and each deeply believes in what this community can be. Read along as Liz Hett, John Paine, and Seth Walker share a little about what brought them here and what drives … 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

Celebrating Black History Month

This Black History Month, we are highlighting three extraordinary leaders whose work advanced economic justice and expanded access to basic needs for children and families across the United States. Shirley Chisholm, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., and Mickey Leland each left a lasting legacy rooted in the belief that children cannot thrive without food, housing … Read Now

Giving from the heart!

February 12, 2026 Everyone loves a party, but there’s something special about attending one that leaves you with a true sense of purpose. That’s exactly what hundreds of guests experience at One Circle’s annual One Heart/One Community Party With a Purpose. The beloved One Heart/One Community event brings together neighbors, philanthropists, and local business owners … Read Now

Circle of Impact: Zoe and Dustin Give Back

Meet Zoe Rohaly and Dustin Howe, the duo behind EMC Companies, a local expert project and vendor management company, rooted in service and care. Community is at the heart of the work at EMC Companies. Their love for helping others navigate complex projects naturally evolved into a commitment to giving back. Today, Zoe and Dustin … Read Now