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Our philanthropic programs support Capistrano Valley teachers and students, and families serving at Camp Pendleton.

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Our transparency has earned us the Candid GuideStar Exchange Platinum Seal of Transparency.

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98%

of teachers purchase school supplies

The Links to Learning philanthropy supports teachers and students by providing grants to CUSD educators

Source: newsdirect.com

Links to Learning

26%

of CUSD children live in low income households

Our Operation School Bell® program helps low income families with new school clothing

Source: first5oc.org

Operation School Bell

88%

of single mothers in college live in or near poverty

Our I.N.S.P.IR.E. program provides financial support to single parents by granting scholarships

Source: IWPR.org

I.N.S.P.I.R.E.

Where shopping means giving!

Bargain Box Thrift Store

The Bargain Box Thrift Store is our main source of revenue for funding are philanthropic programs. The store is staffed and managed by our member volunteers. Visit our thrift store page for more detail.

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About Us

The Assistance League of Capistrano Valley is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that has been serving the community for over 40 years. Member volunteers are dedicated to ongoing support and a long-term presence in the community through hands-on involvement and innovative philanthropic programs. Founded in 1977, our member volunteers support children in the Capistrano Unified School District in south Orange County. In a joint program with other local Assistance League chapters, we also support families serving at Camp Pendleton Marine Base.

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Transparency & Accountability

We know that you care about how effectively your donation is being used. That’s why we show you how every dollar was spent, how you made a difference, and how grateful the students and teachers are! We are proud to have earned the Candid GuideStar Exchange Platinum Seal of Transparency for 2023.

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Our Latest News & Events

ALCV Awarded the Candid Platinum Seal of Transparency

The Assistance League of Capistrano Valley is proud to be rewarded with the GuideStar Platinum Seal of Transparency! The Platinum Seal of Transparency is the highest level of recognition offered by GuideStar, the world’s largest source of nonprofit information. Click here to view our GuideStar Exchange nonprofit report. Assistance League of Capistrano Valley offers volunteer opportunities […]

‘Assisteens’ Celebrate 40 Years Of Exemplary Work

The “Assisteens” of Capistrano Valley are celebrating 40 years of encouraging philanthropic service and self-improvement to teenage girls across South Orange County. Founded in 1983, the “Assisteens” mission is to teach teens from 8th grade to 12th grade about giving back to the community around them. Click here to read the Patch article.

The Bargain Box Thrift Store Wins the Best of San Clemente Gold Award!

Thank you, San Clemente, for voting the Bargain Box as the best second hand store in 2022! Store proceeds help fund our philanthropic programs that support Capistrano Valley and Camp Pendleton children.

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