04
Aug
Diablo Valley – Funds School Uniforms for Immigrant Children
(KPIX 5 video) — Martha Potts knows what it’s like adjusting to a new culture, so she made it her life’s calling to help immigrant families in Concord settle into their school community. For the first day of classes at Oak Grove Middle School, Potts distributed uniforms and backpacks to students whose parents could not afford them. As […]
30
May
Houston – Scholarship Impacts Student’s Life
A fifth-grade teacher with high expectations. Two middle school choir directors. A coach with positive words. These are a few of the inspiring educators who have led four seniors at Northbrook High School to graduation with clear purpose and goals. These four – Jennifer Garcia, Elvira Campos, Bryan Turtius and Amy Rodriguez — are now […]
28
May
Everett – Graduates Thankful for Awards
The handwritten notes answer why the women spend hours in the thrift store folding clothes and sorting dishes or why they take on cleaning out houses for money-raising estate sales. The notes remind them that their efforts mean something to young people whose lives are affected by poverty. “Over the years I’ve been in school […]
27
May
Denver – Provides Grant for School Mural
The power of community was on full display Wednesday, May 18 when a new mural in the main lobby of Ellis Elementary was unveiled. Designed and painted by a group of 10 fourth and fifth graders at the school with help from local artist Ratha Sok, the mural features the school’s colors and eagle mascot […]
17
May
Greater Collin County – Host Style Show Fundraiser; Highlights Impact of Operation School Bell
Assistance League of Greater Collin County held their annual Spring Fundraiser Luncheon and Fashion Show on April 6th at Heritage Ranch Clubhouse in Fairview. The proceeds from this event benefit Operation School Bell®, a program that provides clothing for elementary school children in need in Greater Collin County. Members and their guests heard Susan Oliver, […]
17
Apr
the Eastside – Steps into Style
Assault Survivor Kits® is one of four philanthropic programs that will benefit from Assistance League of the Eastside’s Step Into Style: An Afternoon of Friends, Fashion and Philanthropy from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 15 at the Westin Bellevue, 600 Bellevue Way in downtown Bellevue. Tickets for the fashion show and luncheon are $55 […]
