THANKS TO GREAT VOLUNTEERS, SUSAN WALSTON, CARLA CANTRELL, SHERON ADDINGTON AND JESSI STANG!
Assistance League of Wichita, now celebrating over 35 years, recognized four dedicated volunteers who have given devoted service to ALW, its philanthropic programs and greater Wichita.

SUSAN WALSTON AND CARLA CANTRELL RECEIVED THE ANNE BANNING LEADERSHIP AWARD
Assistance League founder Anne Banning promoted the growth of volunteerism through leadership and education. Susan, a member since 2017, has done an exemplary job of leading ALW as president this year. Carla, a member since 2016, excelled as chair of the Scholarships Committee. ALW members thank them both for years of leadership and setting a good example for all.

SHERON ADDINGTON AND JESSI STANG WERE RECOGNIZED WITH THE ADA EDWARDS LAUGHLIN AWARD
The Laughlin Award bears the name of Assistance League co-founder who filled the role of hardworking “behind the scenes” volunteer, serving when and where needed.  Sherson, a member since 2015 is the hardworking “behind the scenes” member who dedicated countless hours to make our Operation School Bell Program a success. Jessi Stang, has been in an advistory role for financial  and legal issues for many years and recently supported our bylaws update effort.

AL WICHITA VOLUNTEERS GO “BACK TO SCHOOL”
at Assistance League Regional Conference hosted by AL Tulsa, June 18-20. With 16 AL chapters (of 120 chapters nationally) present, we are inspired by all of the AL volunteers and gathering new ideas. Equally important we are bound together in our deep commitment to making a difference in the lives of youth and their families.