Assistance League Diablo Valley helps those in need or at risk in Contra Costa County

Assistance League Diablo Valley is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that puts caring and commitment into action through philanthropic programs in Contra Costa County. Learn More About Us

Our Assisteens® Auxiliary is a group of 60 teenage member volunteers in 7th through 12th grades who raise their own funds and select their own philanthropic programs to serve.  They are learning the value of volunteering and community involvement, as well as organizational skills.

Assistance League Thrift Shop at the Way Side Inn in Lafayette is the main source of funding.  The shop is staffed and managed entirely by member volunteers.

Our Chapter's Mission, Vision and Values

MISSION

Assistance League Diablo Valley is a nonprofit, member volunteer organization dedicated to improving lives in our community through hands-on programs.

VISION

To provide the individuals we serve with the resources they need to achieve a successful life.

VALUES

Assistance League Diablo Valley has a rich history of supporting the vision and talents of volunteers engaged in personal service to their communities.  We embrace the following values:

C.L.E.A.R.:  Commitment, Leadership, Ethics, Accountability, Respect

Community Support

We are deeply grateful to the customers, private individuals, foundations, and companies who have so generously donated to Assistance League Diablo Valley. That financial support, totaling over $900,000, through donations, grants, goods and services, and community volunteerism help us to create a better life for those we serve.  Thank you!

Assistance League Supporters

See Donor Policy and Intent Form

Annual Report and Financials

A Proud Member of Assistance League®

Assistance League Diablo Valley is one of more than 120 chapters nationwide, who support the mission, position, vision and purpose of Assistance League:

Board of Directors

PRESIDENT

Arlita Smith

VICE PRESIDENT MEMBERSHIP

Louise Ferdun

VICE PRESIDENT OPERATION SCHOOL BELL®

Carol Parkhurst

VICE PRESIDENT COMMUNITY NEEDS PROGRAMS

Christine Zepp

VICE PRESIDENT RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

Diane Colville

VICE PRESIDENT EDUCATION

Liz Rusk

VICE PRESIDENT STRATEGIC PLANNING

Julie Braun-Martin

VICE PRESIDENT ADMINISTRATION

Hellena Postrk

VICE PRESIDENT MARKETING COMMUNICATIONS

Jackie Curtis

RECORDING SECRETARY

Susan Angle

TREASURER

Suzi Geldin

ASSISTEENS® LIAISON

Janet Venturino

PARLIAMENTARIAN

Joan Siltanen

Chapter Advisors

Craig Braemer
Blossom Wealth Management

Kathy Bryski
Attorney

Dan Buckshi
City Manager
Walnut Creek

Lori L. Castillo
Resource Division Manger
Contra Costa County

Tracy Dietlein
Marketing Manager
Broadway Plaza

Angel Herrera
Wells Fargo
Commercial Banking

Lynne Leach
Former Assemblywoman

Rose Lock
Executive Director 
Association of California
School Administrators

Niroop K. Srivasta
City Manager
Lafayette

Jeff Stone
Diamond Construction
Company, Inc.