Sierra Foothills – Hosted Inside the Creative Mind
The Assistance League of Sierra Foothills brought together three talented musicians for its September 29th Inside the Creative Mind series. Peter Jaffe, renowned director and conductor of the Folsom, Auburn and Stockton symphonies; Gabe Nelson, the legendary bass guitarist for the multi-platinum rock band Cake; and Jeremy Briggs, a Season 6 contestant on “The Voice” (Team […]
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Oct
Houston – Celebrates 25th Anniversary of Mary Jo Peckham Awards Luncheon
It’s not every day that a luncheon begins with trays of mimosas. Then again, it’s not every day that an organization celebrates a 25th anniversary. Such was the case late Thursday morning when 250 Assistance League of Houston supporters trickled into the River Oaks Country Club. Flutes of champagne and orange juice swirled in the […]
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 […]
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Sep
Southeastern Michigan – Receives Grant on Phone-in Vote
President, Marjorie DiLiddo and VP Fund Development, Betty Zych accepted a $1000 check from Matt Bergstrom and Dave Knight, owners of Thornton & Grooms Heating, Cooling and Plumbing Company. As part of their Give Back to the Community Program, Thornton & Grooms Company selects two nonprofits each month to receive their generous gift. Betty submitted […]
Sep
Atlanta – Conducting Book Drive for Make A Difference Day
Growing a garden of readers Posted: Tuesday, September 27, 2016 8:00 am Kathy Manos Penn | 0 comments What a worthy cause! Assistance League of Atlanta is setting out to put books in the hands of as many children as possible. Located in Chamblee, this all-volunteer organization is kicking off its Fifth Annual Children’s Book Drive […]
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Sep
Sandie Nettles Story – Once an Operation School Bell Recipient; Now a Member
Hello. My name is Sandie Nettles, and I am thrilled to be a member of the Assistance League of Tulsa. By sharing some of my childhood, you will understand why the Assistance League means so much to me. I am the youngest of 6 children. My father had a 5th grade education. My mother was […]
