Riverside – Presents National Operation School Bell Award to JCPenney Stores
JCPenney stores of Riverside Galleria and Moreno Valley jointly received the National Operation School Bell® Award from Assistance League of Riverside at the chapter’s Annual Installation Meeting and Luncheon on May 17, 2017. Both stores have assisted the chapter in many ways to clothe children in need from the eight school districts the chapter serves.
01
Aug
Operation School Bell® – More Than Just Clothing Kids
Yes, Assistance League is known for clothing children so they can go to school dressed liked their classmates. It is said that being dressed like their peers helps children build self-esteem and feel “part of the group.” They can stop worrying about what they’re wearing and concentrate on learning. But there are also other ways […]
09
Jul
Through the One-2-One Tutoring program, Assistance League member volunteer, Donna Burnett-Albu, provides weekly literacy support to students at Walt Whitman Elementary School in Pontiac. Hazel Park art students and their teacher Nancy Sly (center with "S" shirt) are grateful for Assistance League's Link to Creative Teaching support that enabled them to create a social justice [...]
Jul
Southeastern Michigan – Rochester High School Key Club Donates to Assistance League
Student members of the Rochester High School (RHS) Key Club donated $300 to the Assault Survivor Kits® program, provided by Assistance League of Southeastern Michigan, to support survivors of sexual abuse and assault. Jennifer O’Toole-Seyka, RHS counselor and Key Club advisor, shared information with students about Assistance League’s program that provides fresh clothes and personal items to […]
03
Jul
Greater San Diego – Saving the Planet While Treasure Hunting in Hillcrest
By Anne Haule How do you protect the climate, save money, get exercise, have fun and give back to the community all at the same time? I call it treasure hunting. Others call it “thrifting.” Treasure hunting has become a fun hobby. I thank my daughter, the minimalist, for showing me the way. I’ll admit […]
19
Jun
Northern Virginia – Installs New Board of Directors
Pictured from left: Mary Spence, Lynn Barron, Kathy Jackson, Mary Gronlund, Karen Amster, Pat Thompson, Susan Wickman, Susan Hurt We would like to thank our new President and Board members for their willingness to serve in leadership roles in 2017-18 and thank past board members for their on-going commitment to our mission. President, Kathy Jackson [...]
