Benefits Hub
United Way of King County's Benefits Hub will help you get by, get ahead, and stay ahead so that you can achieve your college and career goals.
About Us
Imagine working hard to build a better future, only to struggle with hunger or the fear of not making ends meet. Too many students face these challenges every day. The Benefits Hub & Food Pantry is their lifeline providing food, emergency assistance, and critical support so they can focus on their education.
Your support can ease burdens and fuel dreams. Join us in building a campus where no one’s success is limited by their circumstances. You can also directly contribute by fulfilling our Food Pantry Amazon Wishlist.
Location & Contact Info
Location:
- The Benefits Hub & Brutus Food Pantry is in U-Building, U217.
Contact Info:
Have a question or need support?
- Email: benefitshub@bellevuecollege.edu
- Please make sure to include your Student ID in your email so we can support you in an efficient manner.
Website Manager:
Zion Gemechu
Service Hours
Brutus Food Pantry
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday: 9 am to 12 pm & 1 pm to 4 pm
- Lunch: Closed 12pm to 1pm
- Friday: Closed for restock
Benefits Hub
Monday to Thursday: 9am-12pm, 1-4pm
Friday: Remote appointments only
Schedule an appointment today with one of our Coaches. Enrolled Students can choose between in person, virtual meeting or a phone appointment. If you would like to schedule a phone appointment, please specify this in the comments section of your appointment.
On occasion, we can be closed when not fully staffed.
Our Services
Referrals to community partners, grant application support and navigating affordable housing options or local shelters.
Move-in Assistance
Eligibility:
- Enrolled in six credits or degree seeking program
- Behind on rent, mortgage or have located a new place to live
- Demonstrate financial need
- Make an appointment with us to apply
Note: Students are required to check with Benefits Hub Coach for certain grants
Bellevue College Food Pantry
The Brutus’ Food Pantry at Bellevue College plays a pivotal role in creating a healthy and inclusive college community. It not only reduces hunger on campus without judgment or stigma but also serves as a vital resource hub, connecting students to a variety of short- and long-term food options and essential resources. We aim to share our food resources equitably for all students, so we have a point system in place.
Please bring your Student ID with you and ensure registration is completed before entry.
Registration Link: app.pantrysoft.com/login/bellevue
SYSTEM:
Students can visit once a week. 10 points per student
We can also support students with finding local food banks and apply for EBT.
Financial Coaching
Build a personal savings and spending plan, understand credit, debt management and explore banking. A financial counselor referral for an online appointment is available for students interested in a financial coaching appointment.
Paying For College
We can support students with applying for and understand FAFSA/WASFA, finding scholarships, and other funding resources. We can not directly support students with their tuition but can direct them to Financial Aid or Student Financial Services for payment plans or loan options.
HealthCare
We can support students with applying to Apple Health, find low cost clinics and mental health resources.
Transportation
ORCA Plus is the program managed by Bellevue College, which triples the bus money available to students. Also known as the “Triple Your Money” program.
Bus & ORCA Card For Bellevue College Students
There are also two programs that assist eligible transit riders with reduced fare: ORCA LIFT and the Regional Reduced Fare Permit (RRFP).
Effective March 1, 2025, the new ORCA Regional Day Pass will be available for just $6 for adult riders, and $2 for ORCA LIFT and RRFP senior and disabled cardholders, providing unlimited rides on participating transit services for one day for the cost of just two trips.
Book an appointment with a coach to see how we can support you with your transportation needs.
Student Emergency Assistance Funds
The Student Emergency Assistance Funds comes from the State and pulls from two grants. The Student Emergency Assistance Grant (SEAG) is an emergency aid program to assist students experiencing unforeseen emergencies or situations that affect their ability to attend classes; and the Supporting Students Experiencing Homelessness (SSEH).
Funds for Spring Quarter open May 1st. All applications sent in before that date will be denied and responded with resources.
BEAM
BEAM is a outside resource for enrolled Bellevue College students in 6 credits or more or in a degree/credential-seeking program to be eligible to receive the grant. Each approved student will also be prompted to provide w-9 information during the claiming fund’s process for tax purposes. This is important for any students that are accidentally approved for more than one award during the year as it would then be considered taxable income.
Students must schedule a meeting with a Benefits Hub Coach to be in our system and receive an application plus additional support if applicable.
These funds are NOT intended to pay for tuition, fees, or rent. Award limits are $599. If approved, please utilize the BEAM support center below for any questions.
Schedule an appointment today with one of our Benefits Hub Coaches. Students can choose between an in person meeting, virtual meeting or phone appointment Monday’s to Thursday’s 9-4pm. If you would like to schedule a phone appointment, please specify this in the comments section of your appointment. Please keep in mind, on Friday’s we can only take remote appointments.
There are 30 minutes and one hour appointments available for students. We also have Language Link, please specify what language you need in the comments section of your appointment so an interpreter can be present during the meeting.
Get Free help from a tax professional in person, online or file yourself for free, Visit the United Way of King County Tax Help for updated information. There may be workshops listed below that may be able to support you with more information.
The Benefits Hub Workshops
Workshops Series- All on Zoom
May 6th – AFS – Money Moves that Matter workshop
May 20th – NAMI – Mental Health Resource Information session
Accessible to students via this link: https://bit.ly/bh-workshops
Click Book an appointment now on the top of the page and scroll to the bottom where it states workshops & webinars to register
Upcoming Scholarship Information:
Resource: theWashBoard.org
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