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< Back Previous Next Rent and Access Packages I’m expecting a package delivery, but I won't be home to receive it. Can the office accept packages for me? Your building's office can receive packages during regular business hours. If you would like staff to accept packages for you, please make complete the Package Agreement Form and give it to your Site Manager. On the form, you can also give permission for staff to place packages inside your unit. Package_Delivery_Agreement Download PDF • 134KB This offer is a courtesy, not a guarantee. Staff may not always be available to sign for and handle your package(s) when carriers deliver due to part-time office hours, non-staffed buildings, performing other duties away from the office, holidays, absences, illnesses or vacations. If you are receiving medication or time sensitive packages, you may want to make other delivery arrangements. My package was delivered to the Site Manager’s office, and the office is closed. Can someone get my package for me? No, your package will not be available until the office reopens. Mail & Package Security We all hate it when packages get stolen! Here are some tips: Create free accounts with USPS, UPS, and FedEx. You can automatically get shipping and delivery notifications by text and email. You can also change delivery dates and locations. Send your packages to Amazon Lockers or other package hubs. Try to get packages delivered when someone is home. (We know this can be easier said than done). Using a tracking service can help. If possible, send deliveries to your workplace. If possible, make arrangements with a friend or neighbor to receive packages for you. DO NOT let strangers into the building. This is the #1 cause of package theft! Do not leave packages in common areas, lobbies, or outside apartment doors if at all possible! (We know it is easier said than done sometimes!). When you make online purchases, give specific delivery instructions. Previous Next

< Back Previous Next Security Security Cameras Bellwether Housing has security cameras at building entrances and in common areas for resident and employee safety, protecting Bellwether property, and discouraging theft and other criminal activity. Bellwether uses security cameras in a professional and legal manner, consistent with Bellwether’s non-discrimination, harassment, and privacy policies. Copies of information obtained by security camera recording may be released to Bellwether staff and law enforcement personnel only. Previous Next

Stability Community Opportunity Stories Our Residents The residents at Bellwether are making life happen. They are good people with big hearts. Bellwether Housing is helping to strengthen their communities and give them more opportunities. Stability Finding Stability Many of our residents have told us that the housing we provided allowed them to survive life’s curveballs. Bellwether's goal is to boost people up , not keep them down. Some of our residents have fled their country or left another area of the US and arrived here knowing no one, or have disabilities or health complications. At Bellwether, residents get comfort and settle in. 50% of our residents have lived in their apartments for 5 years or more, and 20% for 10 years or more. Bellwether Residents: Teba and her mom Finding a Strong Community Many Bellwether residents lost work during the COVID-19 pandemic and were unable to pay rent. Our Resident Services Team identified all residents eligible for Seattle rental assistance and walked them through the complex application progress. Helping our residents get rental assistance and stay housed is some of the most important work Bellwether has ever done. Bellwether Residents: The Ritter family Finding Opportunity Our residents have told us that they were able to pursue a new job or education opportunities, had easier commutes, and could enroll their children in excellent schools because of the housing they have at Bellwether. Those who received scholarships took their education further and soon will be able to pursue new job opportunities. Bellwether Residents: The Fanose family Bellwether Resident Bellwether Resident: Augustine Creating access to opportunity through affordable housing Community Opportunity Stories RESIDENT STORIES Play Video Closer to Home 2025 - Taryn's Story Play Video Planting Seeds: Mr. Captain Larry and DeAngelo Play Video Cooking Together Play Video Behind the Scenes: Why Alex, Yvette, and Todd love their work! Play Video

< Back Previous Next Policies Pets and Service Animals Do Bellwether buildings allow pets? Cats and dogs (75 lb. limit) are accepted at: Bellevue/Olive, Cambridge, Casa Pacifica, First & Vine, Genesee, Gilmore, Mercer Court, Meridian Manor, Olive Tower, Oregon, Parker, Rose Street, Sunrise Tower (formerly Security House), Stewart Court, Stone Way, Tate Mason House, The Views at Madison, and Vine Court. Cats only are accepted at Graham/Terry and Sterling Court. Approval for certain other small household animals may be requested in writing. Bellwether limits the number of pets to two (2) per apartment. The pet deposit is $125 and Bellwether requires proof of inoculations, proof of spay/neutering, and a current license. Residents must agree to and follow the Bellwether Pet Policy. All Bellwether buildings accommodate approved service animals. Previous Next

Sponsor Bellwether's Closer to Home - our annual fundraiser to help build low income housing in Seattle! Home Support Us Closer to Home SPONSOR BENEFITS Download Sponsorship Form Download Benefits PDF VIEW DETAILS HIDE DETAILS Keynote Sponsorship $25,000 (only one spot available) Opportunity to introduce speakers at the event, and say a few words about your business during the program One VIP table (seats 10) Live podium recognition at the event Logo featured on event screen Linked logo on event website Logo on event communications Logo included in event program Acknowledgement on social media Acknowledgment in post-event communications and annual report Visionary Sponsorship $10,000 (only five spots available) One VIP table (seats 10) Live podium recognition at the event Logo featured on event screen Linked logo on event website Logo on event communications Logo included in event program Acknowledgement on social media Acknowledgment in post-event communications and annual report Champion Sponsorship $5,000 One table (seats 10) Live podium recognition at the event Logo featured on event screen Linked logo on event website Logo included in event program Acknowledgement on social media Acknowledgment in post-event communications and annual report Advocate Sponsorship $2,500 One table (seats 10) Company name on event website Company name included in event program Acknowledgment in post-event communications Partner Sponsorship $1,500 One table (seats 10) Company name on event website Company name included in event program Interested in getting involved in our 2022 Fundraiser? Have questions? Contact Mariel Wettick , Events & Fundraising Manager at: mwettick@bellwetherhousing.org

Support Us By giving to Bellwether Housing, you are supporting inclusive, equitable, and vibrant communities. Your donations help: Provide families with the stability of affordable housing near work and school Keep rent affordable for seniors and others on limited incomes Connect your neighbors to jobs, healthcare, and other services DONATE Make a general donation to support our provision of affordable housing and resident services Learn more Attend a Fundraiser Sponsor an Event Advocate Volunteer Give to Capital Campaigns Partner With Us Other Ways to Donate

Bellwether Housing Privacy Policy Your privacy is important to us. This privacy policy describes the type of information we collect and how this information is used. Our Website Bellwether Housing puts a high priority on protecting your privacy. Bellwether collects non-personally-identifying information, such as browser type, date and time of each visitor, and referring site. Information that is collected is anonymous by default. The purpose in collecting this information is to better understand how Bellwether visitors use our website. This information is not used to personally identify you. Personal information is collected if explicitly asked for, in connection with online donations, mailing lists, registration to special events, and other similar purposes that are clearly and explicitly identifies. Protecting of Certain Personally-Identifying Information Bellwether discloses potentially personally-identify and personally-identifying information only to those of its employees that need to know information in order to process or provide services available. We do not sell, share or rent this information to others under any circumstances. We will use the personal information to protect against potential fraud. We may verify with third parties the information collected in the course of processing a gift, event registration or other donation. If you use a credit or debit card on the website, we may use card authorization and fraud screening services to verify that your card information and address matches the information that you supplied to us and that the card being used has not been reported lost or stolen. Donor Policy Bellwether Housing is committed to respecting and protecting the personal privacy of its members, donors, guests, and website visitors at www.bellwetherhousing.org . Bellwether Housing uses personally identifiable information from donors that is collected at several points on our website, including name, address, telephone number, email address, and donor comments when a donor voluntarily provides this information to us. When a donor pledges money as a donation, Bellwether Housing requests certain personally identifiable information from them on our secure donation form and/ or by telephone. In addition, a record is kept of each donor’s giving history. Donor information is stored on a Bellwether Housing donor management database. Access to the database is restricted to personnel with a legitimate business need to access or modify the information contained therein. This information is maintained on file for IRS purposes and is also utilized for gift acknowledgments, donor recognition, and mailing lists. The Bellwether Housing will not sell, share, rent, or trade our donors’ names or personal information with any other entity, nor send mailings to our donors solely on behalf of other organizations though we will, from time to time, include information on collaborative initiatives with other entities to our donors via applicable means. This policy applies to all information received by Bellwether Housing, both online and offline, on any Platform (“Platform”, includes the Bellwether Housing website and mobile applications), as well as any electronic, written, or oral communications. Resident and Applicant Information Bellwether Housing collects personal information from residents and housing applicants through forms submitted on our website, including grievance forms, requests for reasonable accommodation or modification, and other resident communications. This information may include names, contact information, housing details, and information voluntarily shared related to a concern, disability, or housing need. This information is used to review, respond to, investigate, and resolve concerns; to process requests for reasonable accommodation or modification; and to comply with applicable fair housing, civil rights, and accessibility laws. Access to this information is limited to staff members who have a legitimate business need to review it. Bellwether Housing does not sell or rent resident personal information. Information may be shared internally and, when required, with legal counsel, government agencies, or other parties as necessary to meet legal or regulatory obligations or to address the concern raised. We take reasonable measures to safeguard resident information and handle grievance submissions with care and confidentiality. Providing contact information may be necessary to investigate or respond to your concern. Bellwether Housing prohibits retaliation against any resident or applicant for submitting a grievance or requesting an accommodation. Updates to this Privacy Policy Without prejudice to your rights under applicable law, this Privacy Policy may be updated periodically and without prior notice to you to reflect changes in our Personal Data practices. We will notify website users of changes by updating the “Last Updated” date below. Last Updated: January 1, 2026

Sponsor Closer To Home Sponsor Closer to Home Fundraiser Interested in sponsoring Bellwether's Annual Closer to Home luncheon fundraiser? Your sponsorship goes directly towards our efforts of coupling housing with services. Contact Megan Mayes Events & Fundraising Manager at: mmayes@bellwetherhousing.org Event Details: Wednesday, October 21, 2020 12:00PM – 1:00 PM Virtual More event information will come out in the following months, check back in for updates! Sponsorship Levels and Benefits: Keynote Sponsorship - $30,000 (Only one spot available) • Opportunity to say a few words about your business during virtual event • Opportunity to host peer-to-peer fundraising pages • Video logo listing • Video recognition at virtual event • Logo listing on event website • Logo on event e-communications • Logo included in event e-program • Solo featured social media spotlight with your logo and information about your company • Acknowledgment in e-newsletter and annual report • Opportunity to host a Lunch and Learn for your team or office with Bellwether Housing’s CEO, Susan Boyd. Bellwether to provide catered lunch. Visionary Sponsorship - $10,000 (Only five spots available) • Opportunity to host peer-to-peer fundraising pages • Video logo listing • Video recognition at the virtual event • Logo included on event website • Logo on event e-communications • Logo included in event e-program • Solo featured social media spotlight with your logo and information about your company • Acknowledgment in e-newsletter and annual report • Opportunity to host a kaffeeklatsch for your team or office with Bellwether Housing’s CEO, Susan Boyd. Bellwether to provide coffee and treats. Champion Sponsorship - $5,000 • Opportunity to host peer-to-peer fundraising pages • Video logo listing • Video recognition at the virtual event • Logo listing on event website • Logo included in event e-program • Social media grouped posting with your logo • Acknowledgment in e-newsletter and annual report Advocate Sponsorship – $2,500 • Opportunity to host peer-to-peer fundraising pages • Company name on event website • Company name printed in event e-program • Social media grouped posting with your company name • Acknowledgment in e-newsletter and annual report Partnership - $1,500 • Opportunity to host peer-to-peer fundraising pages • Company name printed in event program • Acknowledgment in e-newsletter and annual report For more information, please contact: Mariel Wettick Events and Fundraising Manager mwettick@bellwetherhousing.org 206-623-0448 Download information about these sponsorship benefits as a PDF. Ready to sponsor? Fill out the commitment form.

P2P Champion Fundraising Page Information, timeline, and templates to help you be a successful P2P Champion! Reach out to Mariel Wettick, Events & Fundraising Manager at: mwettick@bellwetherhousing.org or 206-623-0448 with any questions. THANK YOU! Thank you for being a Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Champion! Many Bellwether residents worked in industries such as food services, teaching, and hospitality. These jobs were decimated during the pandemic, and our residents are still recovering. By becoming a P2P Champion, you are actively showing up for Bellwether’s residents and helping them receive support to get back on their feet. By inviting others to register and donate to our 11th Annual Closer to Home Virtual Event, you help create access to opportunity, community, and stability. Below, you will find information and materials to help you set up your P2P page, invite friends and colleagues, and follow up with your networks. WHAT IS A P2P PAGE? A P2P Page is an online fundraising page that you set up on behalf of yourself or your company. Here is an example page. While we aren't gathering in person this year, this is a virtual way to encourage support from your networks. Our P2P hosts did an incredible job last year, raising over $140,000 for affordable housing! Your support in this process is much appreciated. HOW DO I CREATE A P2P PAGE? You can create a P2P Page in a few simple steps. Follow along below. Please note - this page is not mobile optimized, for best access view this on a desktop. 1. Head over to the Create a Fundraiser page . 2. Choose a name that best represents who you are fundraising on behalf of - could be you personally or your company. Enter your email and a password. This allows you to login to the backend of your page, where you can personalize your page. See image for an example: 3. You will then be navigated to a page that displays your account details and allows you to personalize your page. It will look like this: 4. There are sections that you can customize. I have started customizing my P2P Page in the above image. Please customize the following: Name on Page: Choose a name that best represents who you are fundraising on behalf of. If you want to add in a fun title as well, please do! Add a note: why are you passionate about this campaign? Please write a personal note encouraging your network, peers, family and friends to take part in your fundraising page. Why do you care about Bellwether Housing? What drives you to support affordable housing? Your fundraising goal: This is customizable. We encourage you to set a minimum of $2,500, but we appreciate goals of any kind. Profile Image: Upload an image that represents you. This can be a logo, image of yourself, anything that you want! Hero Image: Choose any image you want that works with your page. This can also be a logo, an image of you in front of your favorite Bellwether building, etc. 5. Once you customize these sections, click the “Save” button. 6. After clicking the “save” button, you will be directed to your published and live page. You will receive an email with a link to log into your page. Make sure to bookmark and save your published fundraising page. 7. To edit your page in the future, navigate to your P2P page. If you aren’t logged in, click on the log in button in the top right corner. Once logged in, there is a button labeled “Edit Page” in the top right corner – click that button to edit your page. See below for an example. 8. Once your page is completed, send out the link to your networks and encourage folks to donate or register for the event. You can use the below templates for help. I CREATED MY P2P PAGE, NOW WHAT? Once you have created your P2P Page, we ask that you spread the word by reaching out to friends, family, and colleagues to take part in Closer to Home by donating to your page and registering. You can use our templates below to spread the invite. One of the best parts of a virtual event is that folks from far and wide can get involved! The minimum suggested donation is $250.00 but support at any level is much appreciated. WILL THERE BE VIRTUAL TABLES AT THIS EVENT? Our event will take place via an online networking tool called Remo . During the event, people will be able to mingle with other guests by clicking around the space and virtually walking up to others. You can encourage your networks to register and find you during the event. This can create a “virtual table” feeling. When people register, they can indicate who they were invited by. We can provide you updates of who is registered and invited by you. SUGGESTED TIMELINE SEPTEMBER 15: P2P Page is created and published. Invites to donate and register have gone out to your networks (templates below) SEPTEMBER 29: Halfway to your fundraising goal. MONTH OF OCTOBER: Please share out our social media posts or our emails to your networks! OCTOBER 6: Send out an email, phone call or text to your networks reminding them to register and donate to the event. OCTOBER 18: Send out another round of reminders if needed. OCTOBER 20: Send out emails, phone calls or texts reminding your networks to join you at Closer to Home at 12:00PM PST. OCTOBER 20: After the event, send out thank you communications to your networks. OUTREACH TEMPLATES INITIAL EMAIL INVITE: Hi [insert name here], I’m so excited to reach out with news of Bellwether Housing’s yearly fundraising. As you may know, I am a huge supporter of Bellwether Housing, a Seattle based non-profit that develops and manages affordable homes. Bellwether is Seattle’s largest affordable housing provider, with over 3,500 residents in 32 buildings. They have bold visions and are currently building four new apartments that will provide over 750 new homes. [Personalize this message – why do you support Bellwether?] On Wednesday, October 20th, Bellwether Housing will host its 11th Annual Closer to Home Virtual Event at 12PM. The event will be held on a mingling platform, where you will have the opportunity to mingle with fellow guests and watch incredible videos about Bellwether Housing’s community. This is an exciting opportunity to get more involved in affordable housing, learn about Bellwether’s mission, and mingle with fellow co-workers, myself, and other Bellwether supporters. You can register here and indicate that you were invited by me. I am pleased to be supporting this event as a P2P Champion, and I would love if you got involved. I have a P2P (peer-to-peer) Page set up with a goal of [enter fundraising goal] . Help me reach my goal and support affordable housing by donating here! [link your fundraising page]. There is a suggested donation of $250, but support at any level is appreciated. Your donations are much appreciated during this time and will go directly towards the care and support of their 3,500 residents. If you are unable to contribute financially, you can still be a part of the event by registering online. The event will be spectacular – you don’t want to miss out! If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Thanks so much! Best, [Your Name] FOLLOW-UP EMAIL: Hi [insert name here], I wanted to reach out and follow up on by below email! I hope you will join me virtually on Wednesday, October 20th to celebrate Bellwether Housing’s 11th Annual Closer to Home Virtual Event. The event will start at 12PM and run for an hour. I am thrilled to be supporting this event as a P2P Champion, and I hope you will join me in fundraising for Bellwether Housing. Help me reach my goal and support affordable housing by donating here! [link your fundraising page]. The extreme economic distress caused by COVID-19 is still present. Many Bellwether residents lost their jobs in the food industry, teaching, and hospitality. Bellwether is committed to supporting these residents, by helping residents access rental assistance, providing warm meals, and connecting residents to opportunities. Your donations will directly support the economic recovery of Bellwether residents. If you are unable to contribute financially, you can still be a part of the event by registering online. The event will feature opportunities to mingle with fellow guests, and multiple videos to watch that highlight the incredible community that makes up Bellwether Housing. You can register for the event here and indicate that you were invited by me. Many thanks, [Your Name] DAY OF EVENT EMAIL: Hi [insert name here], Today is the day! I am looking forward to attending Bellwether’s Closer to Home Virtual Event today at 12PM, and I am excited for you to join me virtually! [Link for event will come at a later date] . While watching, I encourage you to donate in support of Bellwether’s critical mission. You can do so through my P2P Page, found here! [link your fundraising page]. Thank you so much for your support. Every dollar helps Bellwether provide the resources their residents need to continue living safely in their homes. [Customize this – why is their support meaningful to you?] Thank you, [Your Name] THANK YOU E MAIL: Dear [first name], Thank you for joining me today at Bellwether Housing’s 11th Annual Closer to Home Event. I was very moved by the stories we heard today. I am still reflecting on/feeling inspired by [insert personal reflection]. I am incredibly proud to be one of the many voices that make up the Bellwether Housing community. It is inspiring to see the community come together and support affordable housing, at a time when housing is more critical than ever. You had a big impact by attending virtually, together we raised over $XXX,XXX and counting to support Bellwether Housing! These funds will help Bellwether’s residents find communities of opportunity through safe and stable housing. With gratitude, [Your name] ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Bellwether Housing is Seattle’s largest non-profit provider of affordable housing. Bellwether was founded in 1980 by Seattle business and civic leaders concerned about the lack of affordable housing options in the central city for people making lower wages. Learn about Bellwether's 40+ years of service by watching an incredible video documenting their history here . Bellwether continues to serve working people earning lower wages and also serves people transitioning out of homelessness, families large and small, independent seniors, adults with disabilities, and young people starting their careers. Most households residing in Bellwether homes earn below 60% of the area median income. In 2019, Bellwether launched the Building Opportunity, a capital campaign with a goal of raising $9M to build 750 new apartments in 4 new buildings over the next 3 years. Bellwether broke ground on three of these new buildings in 2020: Cedar Crossing, The Confluence, and The Rise on Madison, and plans to break ground on the final building, Flourish on Rainier, in July 2021. Watch the Cedar Crossing groundbreaking here and The Rise on Madison groundbreaking here . Bellwether’s team of Resident Services Coordinators connects tenants in need of support to resources and services that can help them lead independent, healthy lives and remain stably housed in their Bellwether homes. All residents have access to our Resident Services Coordinators. This is an opt-in program. Learn more about the incredible work of our RSC's here and here . Read our 2020 Annual Report here . ANY QUESTIONS? Reach out to Mariel Wettick, Events & Fundraising Manager at: mwettick@bellwetherhousing.org or 206-623-0448 This page and links will be updated as needed.

< Back Previous Next Moving Out Moving Out Steps What happens if I need to break my lease? Contact your Site Manager and give notice as soon as possible so that we may begin advertising your unit. Residents are responsible for the rent through the lesser of the term of the lease or until the unit is re-rented at the same or higher monthly rent. Can I sublet my apartment? No, sublets are not allowed. This includes short-term rentals such as Airbnb and VRBO. How do I provide proper Notice of Intent to Vacate? Residents are required to give written notice or submit a Notice of Intent to Vacate 20 days prior to the end of the initial lease period or, if a lease is on month-to-month, 20 days prior to the end of the month in which they plan to move out. Examples: If you would like to move out on February 28th, notice must be given by February 8th If you would like to move out on June 30th, notice must be given by June 10th If you would like to move out on October 31st, notice must be given by October 11th For residents living in our HUD buildings, a written 30-day Notice to Vacate is required for the end of the month that you plan to move out. Residents are rent-responsible for the initial lease term, regardless of move-out date. Previous Next

< Back Previous Next Rent and Access Important Contact Information Bellwether Housing Administrative Office (206) 623.0506 bellwether@bellwetherhousing.org Utility Companies Seattle City Light 206-684-3000 Puget Sound Energy 1-888-225-5773 Comcast Cable TV/Internet 1-800-934-6489 CenturyLink Telephone/Internet 1-866-642-0444 Wave Broadband 1-866-928-3123 Emergency Numbers In an emergency, call 911 Seattle Police Department non-emergency line 206-625-5011 Previous Next

< Back Previous Next Rent and Access Laundry Do not leave clothes or personal items unattended in the laundry room or common areas. Unattended items attract thieves and may result in theft. Building Management is not responsible for the theft of any property left in these areas. If you must leave your laundry unattended, set a timer on your phone so that your clothes do not get left for long periods of time. Washers and dryers are maintained by CSC Serviceworks. If a washer or dryer malfunctions, visit the CSC Service Request Portal . You will need to give your name, building, address, and the sticker number of the machine. CSC will send a service person during regular business hours. Previous Next