31
Aug
Greeley – Thanks Outback Restaurant for Its Support
Assistance League of Greeley extends its appreciation to the Outback restaurant, at the Boomerang Golf Course, for its support through the Give Back at the Outback program. This is the fourth year the local chapter has benefited from the generosity of the Outback Pub and Restaurant. Partnerships between local business owners and local nonprofit organizations […]
29
Aug
Colorado Springs – Celebrates Rachel Hunt’s 100th Birthday
When Rachel Hunt was born on Aug. 24, 1918, the U.S. flag boasted 48 stars, Opha Mae Johnson became the first woman to enlist in the U.S. Marine Corps and World War I was nearing its end in Europe. Since then Hunt has seen countless changes in all walks of society, and is thankful for […]
Aug
Los Altos – Assistance League Remains Vibrant, Well Funded after Program Closures
ASSISTANCE LEAGUE REMAINS VIBRANT, WELL FUNDED We were disappointed in the article regarding our decision to close the Costume Bank and HOME apartments (“Assistance League closes Costume Bank, hands off HOME program,” Aug. 29). The article identified an “evolving workforce” and reduction in volunteers as driving factors behind these closures. That is not accurate in […]
11
Aug
Santa Clarita – Hosting Operation School Bell at Old Navy and Payless Shoes
When the school year starts this August, administrators and members of the Assistance League Santa Clarita will continue the longstanding tradition of Operation School Bell®, a philanthropic program dedicated to helping families in need. This year, local Assistance League members hope to offer 2,200 children in grades K-12 a voucher that would allow the children and […]
10
Aug
Indianapolis – Zionsville Caring Hands Camp Supports ALI Bears
ALI Bears is a program of Assistance League of Indianapolis. Loveable and huggable teddy bears are given to hospitals, hospice centers and abuse management agencies. In turn, they give them to children and adults that are struggling with emotional or physical issues. 21,965 bears have been distributed since the program began. Children attending the Boys […]
09
Aug
Albuquerque – Partners with KRQE and Isotopes for Operation School Bell
The Assistance League’s Operation School Bell®, in collaboration with the Albuquerque Public School’s Title 1 Administration, reviewed the percentages of free and reduced lunches within the istrict. We then selected the top 8 schools with the highest percentages of need to receive new athletic shoes and socks, a backpack, a healthy snack, dental products, a picture […]
