Events

Upcoming Fundraising Events


Rendering of new W Building exterior with students visiting in the courtyard

Credit: Mithun

W Building Groundbreaking Ceremony & Reception

Thursday, May 15, 2025
Bellevue College Campus

Experience the excitement as Bellevue College grows and transforms to better serve students and the community at the intersection of technology and art. 

On Thursday, May 15, Bellevue College leadership, city officials, and other individuals and organizations who participated in the new building planning and decision-making will break ground on campus.

Please contact foundationevents@bellevuecollege.edu for more event information. 


Group of people celebrating gather together and pose with big smiles

Photo courtesy of Bella Booths & Events

Year-End Celebration & Excellence Awards for Staff & Faculty 

Wednesday, June 4, 2025
3–5 p.m.  
Bellevue College Ballroom, U301 

In collaboration with the President’s Office, the Bellevue College Foundation will host the 41st annual presentation of the BC Faculty & Staff Excellence Awards! Since 1984 there have been 184 recipients of the BC Faculty & Staff Excellence awards, and four more will be added to the recipient list this year. The Excellence Awards recognize outstanding faculty and staff members who demonstrate a commitment to excellence through their contributions to the campus and to the community. 

Don’t miss out on this year’s fun festivities and giveaway!

This event is open to all BC Faculty and Staff.


Two female students wearing graduation caps and pink flower leis smile for the camera

2025 Bellevue College Graduate Luncheon

More information coming later this spring.

This event will be open to 2025 graduates and their families. Faculty and staff are also encouraged to attend.  


Seattle Mariners logo

Back to School with the Seattle Mariners!

More information coming later this spring.

This event will be open to current students, staff, faculty, and their family and fans.  

Previous events


Golf Scramble logo featuring golf ball in the center of circle with text reading Bellevue College Golf Scramble to support sports scholars

2025 Golf Scramble

Monday, March 31, 2025
Glendale Country Club, Bellevue

Every spring the BC Foundation partners with the BC Athletics Department to host the biggest fundraiser of the year for student athlete scholarships. 


Portrait of guitarist Shin-ichi Fukuda

BC Guitar Program and Guest Artists Series

Friday, March 21, 2025, 7:30 p.m.
Carlson Theatre at Bellevue College

Join the Bellevue College Foundation for a wine and dessert reception after one of Japan’s premier guitarists, Shin-ichi Fukuda, performs his intimate set at Carlson Theatre.  
 
The Guitar Concert series and donations benefit the Guitar Program at Bellevue College, allowing students to receive personalized attention and guidance on their musical journey. 


RISE Learning Institute flyer for Making Learning Visible event

Program Spotlight:
Making Learning Visible

Wednesday, March 19, 2025, 9:30–11:30 a.m.
Bellevue College Cafeteria

Join us on campus, Wednesday, March 19,for the college-wide student showcase, Making Learning Visible. The quarterly showcase allows students to publicly share their undergraduate research with Bellevue College staff, faculty, community members, and prospective students and families. 

Enjoy beverages and pastries while interacting and learning from our extraordinary students. Research projects include Drugs & Behavior, American Government, Human Anatomy, and more! 

This event is open to current and prospective students, staff, faculty, and all other supporters of Bellevue College! 


Photo by Original Studios

Transforming Together Breakfast

Thursday, March 13, 2025, 7:30–9:00 a.m.
Bellevue College, U-Building Ballroom

Foundation donors, corporate partners, and community members are invited to learn more about Bellevue College and our commitment to students, alumni, and the greater community. 


Guest Artist Badi Assad

Program Spotlight: BC Guitar Program and Guest Artists Series

Saturday, December 7, 2024, 7:30 p.m.
Carlson Theatre at Bellevue College

The guitar program at Bellevue College is dedicated to providing a comprehensive and immersive musical education. The program not only offers individual and group instruction but also provides students opportunities to perform for guest artists, present public performances, and engage in workshops related to guitar studies.  


A young man and young woman seated near a Bellevue College Foundation banner smile for camera.
Photo by Jenna Lynn Photography

Donor & Scholar Reception 

Thursday, November 14, 2024, 5:30–7 p.m.
Bellevue College, L-Building Lobby

BC Foundation donors and student scholarship recipients are invited to join together for light bites, beverages, and desserts. This annual event brings us all together to celebrate and thank our generous donors for making BC foundation scholarships possible. 


Accounting, Taxation & Technology Conference

Friday, November 1, 2024, 11:30 a.m.–5 p.m.
Building N, Room N201

The Accounting Department of Bellevue College and the School of Business and Technology offer all that you need for college, career, and personal success. At the Accounting, Taxation & Technology Conference, attendees with gain from important updates from the AICPA, cutting-edge insights from thought leaders, four hours of Continuing Professional Education, in-person networking and guidance on scholarship and graduate school opportunities.

This is event is open to Industry Professionals and Educators. Bellevue College Accounting students are encouraged to join for the networking hour.


Bellevue College Athletics Hall of Fame

Saturday, October 19, 2024, 6–10 p.m.
Glendale Country Club

In 2024, we brought back the BC Athletics Hall of Fame celebration and ceremony, recognizing exceptional Bellevue College athletes. 

This event is open to all supporters of Bellevue College and its athletes.


Interior shot of modern building featuring flexible atrium space, where wide, deep stairs are also used as auditorium style seating.

BCF Spring 2024 Featured Program: Interior Design  

Thursday, June 20, 2024, 4:30-7:30 p.m.
L-Building, Floor 1

This spring the Foundation will be partnering with the Interior Design department at Bellevue College, providing an opportunity for our community to visit campus and support the work of our students. 


Colorful blue and green graphic with text Year-End Celebration & Excellence Awards for Staff & Faculty

Year-End Celebration & Excellence Awards for Staff & Faculty

Wednesday, June 5, 2024, 3-5 p.m.
Bellevue College Ballroom, U301

In collaboration with the President’s Office, the Bellevue College Foundation will host the 40th annual presentation of the BC Faculty & Staff Excellence Awards


Diverse group of student graduates at 2023 commencement ceremony smile for camera.

Commencement Breakfast for all 2024 BC Graduates

Tuesday, June 4, 2024, 9–11 a.m., Fountain Courtyard

Kick off the commencement season with this fun event for all graduates. Join us in the Fountain Courtyard for a casual continental breakfast, gifts and photo opportunities.


More information about Foundation events

Contact foundationevents@bellevuecollege.edu for more information regarding BC Foundation events, including sponsorship, volunteering and more!

Last Updated April 16, 2025