Building Stability, One Step at a Time: Elif’s Story

After a difficult divorce, Elif* came to Bellevue LifeSpring determined to rebuild stability for herself and her children. As a mother of children attending Bellevue School District, Elif has faced the everyday challenges of providing for her family while working to establish a new chapter in her life. Over time, Bellevue LifeSpring has been there … Read Now

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

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

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

Preventing hunger is at the heart of our mission

No child should have to feel their stomach growl in class or wonder where their next meal will come from. Yet for thousands of families in our community, putting food on the table can be a daily challenge. One in four students who attend the Bellevue School District is from a low-income household and experiences … Read Now

A Farewell to Uncork the Night | A Celebration of Wine and Giving Benefiting Bellevue Children

On October 4, neighbors and friends gathered to celebrate the final Uncork the Night gala, a celebration of wine and giving. The farewell evening featured wine tastings from renowned local wineries, a spirited auction filled with friendly, competitive bidding, laughter, generosity, and a magnetic energy that filled the room during every toast and paddle raise. … Read Now