{"id":5252,"date":"2023-10-08T17:50:56","date_gmt":"2023-10-09T00:50:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.assistanceleague.org\/san-pedro-south-bay\/?page_id=5252"},"modified":"2026-03-10T22:04:26","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T05:04:26","slug":"assisteens","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.assistanceleague.org\/san-pedro-south-bay\/volunteer\/assisteens\/","title":{"rendered":"Assisteens\u00ae"},"content":{"rendered":"

[vc_row][vc_column width=”2\/3″ css=”.vc_custom_1583811982984{margin-bottom: 50px !important;padding-right: 40px !important;}”][vc_images_carousel images=”5473,5475,5474,5476″ img_size=”500×350″ speed=”4000″ autoplay=”yes” wrap=”yes”][vc_custom_heading text=”THE ASSISTEENS\u00ae” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Assisteens is the TEEN auxiliary of Assistance League\u00ae San Pedro-South Bay. It encourages and provides volunteer service and leadership opportunities for young gentlemen and ladies, 7th through 12th grade. The organization\u2019s purpose is to support the chapter and fulfill unmet needs throughout the community. Through the years as a member, Assisteens develop a sense of community responsibility, self-reliance, personal responsibility, poise, public speaking and leadership skills. The Assisteens San Pedro-South Bay is a diverse group of young adults residing in and serving the various communities from Manhattan Beach to San Pedro, CA.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”HOURS & AWARDS” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Each member contributes a minimum of fifty hours of volunteer service per year. Many Assisteens exceed that number of volunteer hours each year and earn the President\u2019s Volunteer Service Award. Assisteens is a certifying organization for this award and annually applies on behalf of those who qualify. In addition, Assisteens with 150 hours or more and meeting the criteria, are presented the prestigious Angel Award. [\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”LEADERSHIP OPPORTUNITIES” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Fostering leadership and public speaking are cornerstones of Assisteens. Members may choose to pursue various officer positions, serve on the Governing Body and plan the monthly meetings and community service events. Additionally, there are a number of event committees for which Assisteens can volunteer and expand their participation, organizational and planning skills and overall experience. Through the years of serving together, members also form life-long friendships and networks![\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”MEETINGS” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Assisteens are required to attend the one monthly meeting and service event. Additional service is encouraged but not necessary. Assisteens is a student-run organization. Meetings are prepared and led by the Chairperson in collaboration with the Assisteens Governing Body. To further grade level relations, there is also a grade specific social and philanthropic event each year.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”EVENTS” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text]Annual events include the spring Installation Luncheon, Beach Clean Up, Operation School Bell, Palos Verdes Land Conservancy, the Assisteens hosted Momentum Pediatric Halloween Party, Fall Food Drive, Veterans\u2019 Day Appreciation, Candy Cane Lane plus many more. Additionally, the annual Recognition Event honors the many hours of community service that our graduating seniors have contributed to the surrounding communities. These events provide opportunities for members to engage with the community in meaningful ways while also fostering social and leadership skills.[\/vc_column_text][vc_custom_heading text=”NEWS” use_theme_fonts=”yes”][vc_column_text css=””]<\/p>\n