Orange – Begins “Handle With Care”
The welfare of the tiniest new residents of Orange is important to Assistance League of Orange. Over the past few months our chapter has reconfigured a program called “Handle With Care” which now provides a new diaper bag and essentials (example…onesies, diapers, blanket, soft cuddle toy, book, and more) to go home with premature babies […]
May
Southeastern Michigan – Compassion for Sexual Assault Survivors
An American is sexually assaulted every 98 seconds, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Overwhelmed by this tragic reality, Assistance League of Southeastern Michigan designated its 2017 Annual Fund campaign to support local sexual assault survivors. By providing practical resources and assuring survivors that someone cares, Assistance League hopes to reduce the stigma and shame […]
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May
Minneapolis/St. Paul – Discusses Assault Survivor Kit Program on Local News Station
April was National Sexual Assault Awareness Month. To support awareness and honor survivors, Peggy Cotter, President of Assistance League of Minneapolis/St. Paul discussed our Assault Survivor Kit® program on local television station WCCO’s early morning show. See the interview at https://youtu.be/qYTC5fh4jXk.
01
May
Helping At Risk Moms Succeed so Families Flourish
During the month of May, we honor and celebrate mothers and all women who nurture the special people in their lives with maternal love and support. For many families, Mother’s Day is a joyful spring tradition. For others, it’s just another day, but one that is full of promise for families on the receiving end […]
May
Building Bridges to a Better Tomorrow…One Program at a Time
Preparations are underway for the Assistance League National Conference in September, a much-anticipated event that unites members from across the country in San Francisco for four days of networking, education and sharing information. Appropriately themed Building bridges to a brighter tomorrow…one program at a time, this year’s conference takes place near the iconic Golden Gate […]
29
Apr
Las Vegas – Benefits from Holi Festival
Festivalgoers threw colors — and their cares — away at the fourth annual Holi Festival of Colors, inspired by a traditional Indian festival welcoming spring. The April 15 event covered Sunset Park in rainbow-colored chalk as an estimated 2,500 attendees danced to live music, hugged, munched on vegetarian dishes and enjoyed the spectacle of hourly […]
