01
Nov
Assistance League Culture of Giving Brings Donors Knocking
At pre-holiday fundraisers, Assistance League chapters challenge guests to dig deeper and donate a few extra dollars, over and above the generous amount already spent in silent auction, raffle and boutique purchases. Assistance League members dig into their own wallets, publicly demonstrating the confidence they have in their chapter’s ability to better living conditions for […]
02
Oct
Assistance League National Conference Overflowing with Inspiration and Information
Approximately 800 member volunteers convened at the Hilton Anatole, Dallas, Texas, in September for the 2016 Assistance League National Conference, themed The Power of Change, Navigating Change and Driving Growth. Some chapters had one person in attendance, while others, such as nearby San Antonio, had as many as 30, but all agreed that the conference […]
03
Jul
Childhood Literacy Programs – Key to Academic Success
Children growing up in book-deprived homes miss out on wonderful imaginary worlds where cats wear hats, llamas wear red pajamas and a curious little monkey has one adventure after another. Created with captivating words and colorful illustrations, youth books, from preschool through the elementary years, instill a lifelong love of reading that translates into early […]
01
Jun
More than Just Clothes Assistance League cares about kids—we clothe them, feed them, provide comfort in difficult circumstances, and we educate them on staying safe. Chapters across the United States provide programs that convey to the children the message that they have the right to say “no” to strangers and to bullies, as well as […]
01
May
Retired Teachers Join Assistance League
“I love working with children, and want to do more than what I’m doing now.” According to Tom Murphy, United Federation of Teachers, “[volunteering] is in their DNA… a call to duty… a sense of idealism and social justice.” Murphy, UFT’s Retired Teachers Chapter Leader, is explaining why retired teachers volunteer in such large numbers, […]
01
Apr
Assault Survivor Kits® Provide Comfort and Dignity
You look at the clock…3 a.m. and the phone is ringing. “Hello.” “Is this the Johnson residence?” “Yes.” “I am a nurse from the Emergency Room at Good Samaritan Hospital. You are listed as a contact for your daughter. Is this correct?” You sit up and think to yourself, this is the phone call you […]
