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Bellevue LifeSpring’s Human Services Administrator, Carlos Vargas, shares what his Latinx heritage means to him personally and as part of the Bellevue LifeSpring team.         1. What do your language, heritage, and culture mean to you? “These three elements are a part of my life, and I am happy to carry them … Read Now

We are thrilled to announce and give a warm welcome to Dr. Art Jarvis, the new interim Superintendent of the Bellevue School District and the newest member of the Bellevue LifeSpring Board of Directors!   The tradition of Bellevue School District Superintendents joining our board of directors symbolizes the close partnership between the district and Bellevue LifeSpring. The school … Read Now

We’re thrilled to introduce you to the newest member of the Bellevue LifeSpring team, Kris Howard. Kris is our new Director of Events and Volunteers! Kris is no stranger to the Bellevue LifeSpring team. She produced our 2019 Uncork the Night auction and has helped us execute fundraising campaigns as an event contractor since 2019. … Read Now

Alondra, a Bellevue LifeSpring college scholarship recipient, graduated from Eastern Washington University on June 12! She earned her Bachelor of Arts degree in Social Work, a Minor in Sociology, and a Minor in Spanish – and that’s not all. Alondra also earned a certificate in Addiction Studies: Suicide Assessment, Treatment, and Management.  Alondra received Bellevue LifeSpring scholarships for … Read Now

Over the past year, Bellevue LifeSpring membership circles have rallied together to inspire their communities to collect food and hygiene items for Bellevue children impacted by COVID-19. The Yarrow Point Circle is hosting its food drive until the end of the school year. Check out how Yarrow Point Circle members are partnering with the local … Read Now

Jane, a computer science major, is graduating from the University of Washington! She received Bellevue Lifespring college scholarships for all four years of her studies.    “I will be graduating from the University of Washington this June,” shared Jane. “It’s crazy how these four years have flown by! I wanted to thank Bellevue LifeSpring for your continuous support through my university journey. I truly believe … Read Now

Since the pandemic began, your generosity has helped provide rent payments for 373 families, preventing over 748 children from experiencing homelessness. Anna, her husband, and her daughter, a fourth-grader here in Bellevue, are one of the families who received emergency rent assistance thanks to your support.   Anna and her family are refugees that fled from Russia in 2017 … Read Now

Local real estate developer and philanthropic leader Andy Lakha, owner and developer of Avenue Bellevue, is a Local Legend partner in our Give Where You Live campaign. They have invested $25,000 to do their part in ensuring no child in Bellevue has to experience hunger or homelessness. “Avenue Bellevue supports Bellevue kids because they are … Read Now

Bellevue LifeSpring is continuously grateful for our Bellevue neighbors who show up and support local children in need. Gail Craddock is one neighbor whose passion for giving back helps Bellevue LifeSpring prevent hunger and homelessness for Bellevue families every day.    A native of Connecticut, Gail moved to Washington state in 1983 and made it her home. In 2017, she and … Read Now