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Nov

Northern Virginia – Kicks Off Weekend Food for Kids Program

RECORD-BREAKING TURNOUT! We kicked off our 2016-17 WEEKEND FOOD FOR KIDS PROGRAM on September 15 at Dominion Resources in Herndon, VA. We are grateful to the 87 volunteers from Assistance League of Northern Virginia, Dominion and the community who donated their time to help feed children living in food-insecure households. Each month during the school […]

Nov

Assistance League Culture of Giving Brings Donors Knocking

At pre-holiday fundraisers, Assistance League chapters challenge guests to dig deeper and donate a few extra dollars, over and above the generous amount already spent in silent auction, raffle and boutique purchases. Assistance League members dig into their own wallets, publicly demonstrating the confidence they have in their chapter’s ability to better living conditions for […]

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Oct

Omaha – Hosts Christmas Caravan Tour of Homes

Deck the halls a little differently this year. Instead of going heavy on St. Nick or menorahs, the decorators and designers on this Thursday’s Assistance League of Omaha Christmas Caravan Tour of Homes recommend trying a winter-centric design, one that can extend the life of your holiday decor by several months. “You can add a […]

Oct

the Foothills Communities – Helps Stock New Homes for Foster Graduates

Four former foster youths’ lives were changed Thursday as they finally had homes to call their own. The young people are recipients of Aspiranet’s Transitional Housing Placement and Foster Care Program, which provides former foster youth ages 18-21 a safe living environment. The program also teaches them daily living skills to help them become self-sufficient. […]

Oct

Indianapolis – Receives Grant from Pacers Foundation

The Pacers Foundation board of directors awarded $55,500 in grants to 12 youth-serving organizations at its quarterly meeting on October 20. Grants went to: The Assistance League of Indianapolis for its Operation School Bell program that provides clothing, shoes and supplies to IPS elementary students. IPS School 19 for its SUPER fitness program. The Healthier […]

Oct

Birmingham – Hosts Little Black Dress Fundraiser

The Assistance League of Birmingham will host the Little Black Dress Luncheon and Fashion Show Nov. 2 at 11 a.m. at a private club in Vestavia. This annual event will include lunch, holiday vendor shopping and a fashion show all serving the children and seniors of the community. The proceeds will benefit three philanthropic programs […]