Back-to-School Buzz

Bellevue students return to the classroom next month for the new school year. We are gearing up to provide supports that help ensure the start of school goes smoothly. Especially for Bellevue students from low-income households. Back-to-School Clothing Support Remember your first day of school? Picking out the perfect outfit and wanting to make a … Read Now

The NEW Bellevue Family Hub Opens August 22

Powered by Bellevue LifeSpring and the Bellevue School District We are thrilled to announce that in partnership with the Bellevue School District, we are launching our first in-person family resource center at Highland Middle School. The new Bellevue Family Hub will be a warm and inviting place where students and their families are welcome to … Read Now

New Back-To-School Clothing for Every Bellevue Child 

Remember your first day of school? Picking out the perfect outfit and wanting to make a good impression? Wanting to feel confident and fit in with your peers? For students in need, new clothing is a luxury their parents often can’t afford.   Bellevue LifeSpring’s Clothes-4-Kids™ program distributes gift cards to students to select new school … 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

Back to School with Bellevue LifeSpring

Kids in Bellevue are headed back to school! That includes the 18% of students living in poverty in the school district. As students head back to class, they may not know that one in five of their classmates is living in poverty and at risk of hunger each day. These students often struggle to succeed … Read Now

Summer Signups: A Look at the Year Ahead

Summers at Bellevue LifeSpring are a busy time. Families in need are looking ahead to the coming school year and holiday season when their tight budgets will be stretched for new jackets and backpacks, holiday meals and gifts under the tree. During the summer, these families meet with Bellevue LifeSpring staff to sign up for … Read Now

Six Ways to Give for Less than $1

Looking to make your dollars go further? A little can go a long way! Here are six easy ways to increase your impact on your community – without impacting your wallet. AmazonSmile – A reason to smile Did you know your Amazon purchases can also benefit Bellevue kids? AmazonSmile offers the same products, prices and … Read Now

Hosting a drive is a great way to collect basic needs like snacks, clothing or hygiene items for families in need.

How to Be a Good Driver

Hosting a drive is a great way to engage your community and maximize your collective impact! It’s an easy, fun and kid-friendly way to give back that allows everyone to participate toward a shared goal. Here are three tips to help you become a great drive-er! #1: Select What You’ll Collect! Clothing, shoes and accessories … Read Now

Parenting the Second Time Around

Daryl and Kate are good grandparents. They spend time with their grandkids, make sure they have access to the resources they need and ensure that they do well in school. They’re also not your typical grandparents. Instead of spoiling the grandkids and then returning them to their parents, they’ve got full-time custody. It started with … Read Now