Bellevue-area groups get grants

Several Bellevue organizations have received grants from Eastside Community Aid Thrift Shop in Kirkland.

Bellevue’s Youth Eastside Services (YES) has received a $5,000 grant for its mental health services for children and their families.

Assistance League of the Eastside, also received a $5,000 grant for their Operation School Bell providing new clothes for K-9th grade children.

East Lake Washington District of Garden Clubs has received $2,500 for public school horticulture projects.

Eastside Community Aid Thrift Shop is an all volunteer run shop whose proceeds are donated back into the community through grants and scholarships.