Assistance League of Whittier is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that puts caring and commitment into action through philanthropic programs in the Great Whittier Area. Member volunteers are dedicated to ongoing support and a long-term presence in the community through hands-on involvement and innovative philanthropic programs.
In 1950, the Whittier community had no service, guidance or assistance organizations. By May 1952, eight women met to explore a future club. In the following months, eight more friends joined the group and they created a organization called Whittier League. Knowing the record of the National Assistance League for high standards of community service, the Whittier women discussed the needs of the area with officers of the national organization and decided to qualify as a chapter. In September 1953, Whittier League became a probationary chapter; then received their official charter in 1954. There are 120 Assistance League chapters in 26 states with 22,000 members. Assistance League chapters returned over $57.9 million to local communities across the country , invested 3.5 million service hours and served 1.56 million people.
Assistance League of Whittier currently has 125 member volunteers working to make the Great Whittier Area better place to live and work through our programs. Assistance League of Whittier supports eight community based philanthropic programs benefiting everyone from infants to adults residing in the Greater Whittier Area. In 2019-2020, our dedicated members volunteered over 10, 810 hours. We encourage you to learn more about our chapter and the many ways you can become involved and make a difference.
The Thrift Shops on Greenleaf Avenue are our main source of funding. The shop is staffed and managed entirely by our member volunteers. Donations are always welcome and are tax deductible.
Other funding sources include corporate and private foundation grants and individual donations.
