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May
Bellingham – Gets New Sign; Promotes Store
Driving south on Meridian Street in Bellingham, you pass by Earl’s Bike Shop, and then quickly come upon an unassuming storefront, home to the Assistance League of Bellingham thrift store. Inside, the shop is often busy. On the day I visited, I was surprised to find it about as busy as Value Village around Halloween, […]
May
Santa Clarita – Benefits from Cobblestone Cottage Closing
This summer, after 32 years, Cobblestone Cottage will be closing its doors, but not until they perform one more act of love for families in the Santa Clarita Valley. Owner Kathy Allie explains, “When it became clear it was time to close our store, we realized that our decision not only affected us, it impacted […]
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Apr
Los Angeles – Underserved LAUSD Students Receive Free Prom Dresses
Two hundred LAUSD students experiencing homelessness or who come from low-income families received free prom dresses as part of Operation School Bell Prom Day, a program by the Assistance League of Los Angeles. Ellina Abovian reports for the KTLA 5 News on April 10, 2019.
Apr
Boise – Cinderella’s Closet Opens for High School Prom Needs
This year, the non-profit has more than 500 dresses and suits available for students to rent out for prom season. View the video. Hundreds of high school students in Ada County were able to get dressed for less for their proms thanks to a non-profit founded by a group of Borah High School moms. Cinderella’s […]
Apr
Pueblo – Benefits from Women’s League
All year long, the 100-plus members of the Pueblo West Women’s League raises funds in order to give to Pueblo West and regional programs and organizations. This week, the group recognized its 2019 recipients of over $12,000 in funds. The Pueblo West Women’s League approved its annual collection of financial gifts, spanning 24 organizations and […]
Apr
San Luis Obispo County – Receives Grant from JUSTIN Vineyards
PASO ROBLES — JUSTIN Vineyards & Winery Monday announced $100,000 in awards through the JUSTIN Community Grants program. Twenty organizations will receive $5,000 each to support initiatives in the North San Luis Obispo County region that include youth programs, social services, and community investments. Since 2013, JUSTIN has donated over $500,000 to local organizations through […]
