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Bay Area Service Teens Support Senior Citizens through Notes for Folks Philanthropic Program
Bay Area Service Teens had a wonderful afternoon coloring holiday and special greeting cards for the memory care residents at Discovery Village Clear Lake. We’re proud of our Notes for Folks philanthropic program, which highlights the importance of intergenerational connections. It’s always a favorite among our volunteers, and whenever the chance to participate comes up, […]
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Snack Attack Packs: A Collaborative Effort Between Bay Area Service League & Teens to Address Food Scarcity
In response to the rising concern of food insufficiency and scarcity within the community, members of Bay Area Service League and Bay Area Service Teens have teamed up with the Snack Attack Packs initiative. From August to May, the group purchases food from local H-E-B stores and comes together to assemble 1,180 packages. Each package […]
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Ready for School Students at JCPenney Pasadena Store Selected Outfits & Accessories
Volunteers from Ready for School at the Pasadena JCPenney store were excited to give students the chance to choose fashionable outfits and accessories to kick off the new school year in style. From the bright smiles on their faces, it was clear that the students were just as delighted!
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Candyland Christmas Holiday Extravaganza Preview Party Set for November 11, 2025
Step into a swirl of sweetness—it’s a Candyland Christmas wonderland! Bay Area Service League’s signature Holiday Extravaganza will premiere on Tuesday, November 11, 2025. That evening, we will feature a sneak peek of spectacular holiday treasures from our award-winning resale shop. The shop will be transformed into a Candyland Christmas affair with unique grab-and-go gifts, […]
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Target Pasadena Donates Colorful Bags to Ready for School’s Shop & Deliver Initiative
A sea of red Target shopping bags awaits students in the Galveston Independent School District, thanks to the Bay Area Service League’s Ready for School Shop and Deliver option. Sarah Foulds (left) and Elizabeth Arceneaux (right) oversee this initiative, which assists students who are unable to visit the store due to transportation challenges. Volunteers select […]
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Ready for School Launches at JCPenney Baybrook Store
Bay Area Service League members were so excited to welcome our first student shoppers at JCPenney Baybrook. Students arrive at the store and select wardrobe essentials to start the school year with style. Ready for School, the organization’s largest philanthropy, offers this option through partnerships with nine school districts. We support students from Pre-K through […]
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Literacy for Life, Bay Area Service League’s Newest Philanthropy, Holds First Processing Day
Literacy for Life committee members recently came together for the first time to dive into an incredible collection of donations, and what a treasure they uncovered! Literacy for Life, Bay Area Service League’s newest philanthropy, was established to encourage a passion for reading by distributing books and promoting literacy among children and families.
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Leslie L. Alexander Foundation Gifts Bay Area Service League $20,000
Bay Area Service League expresses its sincere gratitude to the Leslie L. Alexander Foundation for its ongoing support of our philanthropic initiatives. Whether it’s a program with specific service dates or one that operates throughout the year, this foundation remains a vital partner in our efforts. We are deeply grateful for the trust they have […]
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Ready for Work Philanthropy Has Served Many Clients during the Summer
Bay Area Service League’s Ready for Work team has been active and is excited to help clients prepare for important job interviews or their first days at a new job. Our philanthropic program partners refer individuals to us, and they come to our award-winning #upscaleresale shop to select clothing and accessories. If there are specialty […]
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Introducing the 2025-2026 Bay Area Service League Leadership Team
It takes a dedicated community of volunteers to ensure Bay Area Service League effectively meets the needs of its community. This includes recruiting and retaining members, supporting our philanthropic program recipients, engaging key stakeholders, and building strong partnerships. Additionally, we celebrate our valued resale shop patrons, raise brand awareness, nurture teens and develop their leadership […]
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