08
Jan
St. Louis – Assistance League Outreach: Driven by Compassion, Powered by Action
A highly resourceful group of 27 Assistance League members annually helps more than 1,100 St. Louisans deal with everything from food insecurity to homelessness. And with COVID 19 case numbers spiking in the St. Louis area, the need for Outreach Assistance League’s Outreach Program has grown—with the case load tripling in recent weeks. “Our program […]
Jan
St. Louis – Assistance League Shares Love of Reading & Fun with St. Louis Area Children!
Friday, October 30, Assistance League’s 16 volunteer members in the costumes of children’s book characters paraded before the center’s infants, toddlers and preschoolers after the children enjoyed videotaped book readings and a puppet show— also created by Assistance League. Each child then received two, age-appropriate books while meeting and posing for photos with puppets and […]
02
Jan
Bend – Secret Santas deliver to Seniors
You couldn’t miss the “Secret Santa” delivery team at Regency Redmond last Wednesday — the group dressed in cheerful holiday attire to deliver gifts personalized for low-income seniors at the long-term care and skilled nursing facilities. Though they couldn’t enter the building, their efforts and enthusiasm certainly brought a smile to the faces of many […]
21
Dec
San Mateo County – Chapter receives $20,000 grant
Last spring, San Mateo Strong (through San Mateo County) offered grants to non profit agencies in San Mateo County that are impacted by Covid-19 and serve vulnerable residents. Our treasurer filled out the application and we were recently notified that our chapter(San Mateo County) was awarded a $20,000 grant. This money will help make up […]
20
Dec
Bellingham – Assistance League Still Making a Difference
As you know, we are temporarily closed…but when it is safe to do so, we are planning to open up again with unique and quality treasures just like before! We miss all your smiles! We are continuing to “limp” along, but it is hard without your help. Our programs fulfill needs to our community that […]
Dec
Diablo Valley – Assisteens Make a Difference by Spreading Joy
As with all Assistance League of Diablo Valley pursuits, today’s recipients can become tomorrow’s volunteers. Undeterred by necessary constraints, Assisteens of Diablo Valley bring joy wherever they serve. Assisteens®, an auxiliary of Assistance League of Diablo Valley, is comprised of tweens and teens who commit to a minimum of 35 volunteer hours per year. Activities […]