14
Sep
Bakersfield – Receives Books from CAPK
Local nonprofits focused on children’s education and health will soon receive thousands of books. The Molina Foundation of Southern California, a national nonprofit focused on reducing disparities in access to education and health, has granted CAPK more than 11,000 new books. The books will go to United of Kern County, the Kern Literacy Council and […]
Sep
Tucson – Operation School Bell Underway
Assistance League of Tucson opened the doors of Operation School Bell® and welcomed the first busload of children to pick out their new school clothes. The event was held at Rivera Elementary School and volunteers expected to dress about 36 children. Operation School Bell is the signature philanthropic program of Assistance League of Tucson. The program gives new […]
29
Aug
Northern Virginia – Dominion Energy Awards $6,600 to Increase Food Security
Assistance League of Northern Virginia is thrilled to announce its close partnership with Dominion Energy will continue in the 2019-20 school year. This lasting partnership has contributed greatly to the success of the nonprofit’s primary program, Weekend Food for Kids. Through this program, the all-volunteer organization increases food security in vulnerable communities and gives children […]
14
May
Hemacinto – Campaign to Collect 1,000 Books
Putting a book in the hands of every young child in the San Jacinto Valley who doesn’t have one in their home is the motivation behind the Assistance League of Hemacinto’s month-long book drive. “It might be they can’t afford books or don’t have anyone that can read to them,” President Linda Morriss said. The […]
16
Apr
San Jose – Members Honored at Junior League Volunteer Recognition Luncheon
At its annual Volunteer Recognition Luncheon the Junior League of San Jose honored 80 deserving candidates. Two Assistance League of San Jose members, Sylvain Roberts and Judy Keniston were among those selected by the Junior League judges to receive one of ten Crystal Bowl Awards. They both received a Certificate of Appreciation and were invited […]
02
Apr
San Luis Obispo – Receives Grant for Dental Supplies
Assistance League of San Luis Obispo County has received a $5,184 grant award from The California Dental Association (CDA) Foundation Dental Materials and Supplies Grant program which supports nonprofit organizations with dental supplies and materials necessary for dental operations and oral health services. The Henry Schein Cares Foundation supplied the requested dental products – toothbrushes, […]