Eastside Charity & Volunteer Opportunities | Making a Difference
Assistance League of the Eastside
Helping Children, Adults and Families Across Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, Kenmore, Bothell, Woodinville and the Eastside
Assistance League of the Eastside is a volunteer-powered nonprofit organization serving local children and adults facing hardship or violence. Through programs including Operation School Bell®, Assault Survivor Kits®, and community outreach, we provide clothing, school supplies, essential items, and hope to thousands of neighbors each year.
In Uplifting Others, We All Rise
Assistance League of the Eastside strives to serve the immediate, unmet needs of children and adults challenged by hardship or violence, strengthening our community while fostering dignity, confidence, and hope.
Join compassionate volunteers helping children, families, and survivors of violence across our community.
❤ Friends of ❤ Operation School Bell
Just $12.50/month helps provide essentials for local students.
Every Month.
Every Child.
Join Friends of Operation School Bell and help local students arrive at school confident, prepared, and ready to succeed. For just $12.50 a month, you provide ongoing support for local children who need us most.
3,700+
Lives Impacted Last Year
10,000+
Volunteer Member Hours Given
1989
Serving the Eastside Since
294
Donors, Sponsors, Partners & Grantors
“Someone I love once needed support like this. Volunteering now allows me to give back to local students and families in our community.” – Connie, Operation School Bell Co-Chair
Why Volunteer Members Love
Assistance League of the Eastside
Flexible Opportunities
Choose what works for your schedule.
Make a Real Impact
See the difference you make.
Meet Caring People
Build friendships while serving together.
Support Children & Families Nearby
Strengthen our Eastside community.
Your Impact. Real Lives. Stronger Community
Become Part of Something Bigger
You belong here.
Your time, compassion, and talents can directly change lives in our community.
“I would see the impact that this program has on countless youth and families, and the same reactions would emerge—relief, gratitude, confidence, love. This was more than a clothing program—this was love in action. Community. Care. Support.” – Catherine Cruz, Family Engagement and Community Outreach Coordinator, Lake Washington School District and Former Operation School Bell Recipient
You Can Change a Life Close to Home
Become a volunteer member. Donate. Your compassion helps Eastside children and families thrive.
Trusted. Transparent. Effective.
TRANSFORMING LIVES 
STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY
Helping Eastside Children, Adults & Families
Assistance League the Eastside
Helping Eastside Children, Adults, Survivors and Families Thrive
For over 30 years, Assistance League of the Eastside has been a volunteer-powered nonprofit serving children and adults facing hardship or violence in Bellevue, Redmond, Kirkland, Sammamish, Kenmore, Woodinville, Bothell, and nearby communities.