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Just a Pretty Table: An Ode to Joy Celebrates Table Designer Talents and Offers a Tribute to Joy Smitherman
After months of meticulous planning, Just a Pretty Table: An Ode to Joy became a reality on Thursday, April 11, 2024, at La Porte’s Sylvan Beach Pavilion. Talented designers, including current and former members and community supporters, crafted an impressive array of 35 captivating tables. The record-breaking crowd marveled at these exquisite designs before sharing […]
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Assistance League Member Ann Hammond One of Three 2024 Governor’s Lifetime Achievement Award Recipients
Ann Hammond, one of three 2024 Governor’s Lifetime Achievement Award recipients, was honored Wednesday evening, April 17th, at the Texas Governor’s Mansion. Presented by the OneStar Foundation, Ann was congratulated by First Lady Cecilia Abbott and presented her award and a proclamation. OneStar’s President shared the following with the audience about Ann Hammond’s years of […]
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Assistance League of the Bay Area’s Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Nonprofit Volunteer of the Year Nominee Recognized at Annual Breakfast
Assistance League® of the Bay Area was proud to nominate Kathy Tamer, Strategic Planning Chair, as the Clear Lake Area Chamber of Commerce Nonprofit Volunteer of the Year. All nominees were honored at the annual breakfast on Wednesday, April 17th at South Shore Country Club. In addition to serving as the Strategic Planning Chair, Kathy […]
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Assistance League of the Bay Area Receives $10,000 from Kuraray America
Assistance League® of the Bay Area extends heartfelt appreciation to Kuraray America for their generous $10,000 contribution to our chapter. This remarkable donation directly supports Operation School Bell®, the flagship philanthropic initiative. Operation School Bell empowers students from PreK to seniors across nine school districts. The students can choose clothing and accessories from local JCPenney® […]
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H-E-B Joins the Chapter and Assisteens for April’s Snack Attack Pack Assembly
Assistance League®, Assisteens®, and H-E-B gathered for a collaboration of the April Snack Attack Pack assembly on Sunday the 7th. Nine hundred (900) meals purchased from H-E-B were expertly assembled to be delivered to personnel in Deer Park ISD, La Porte ISD, and Texas City ISD, who will ensure those students facing food insufficiency are […]
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Dooley Tackaberry Awards Assistance League of the Bay Area $10,000
Dooley Tackaberry, located in Deer Park, Texas, recently awarded Assistance League® of the Bay Area a $10,000 grant for the chapter’s largest philanthropic program, Operation School Bell®. Receipt of these funds will allow the chapter to enhance its service to Deer Park ISD and La Porte ISD students. Since 2013, we have collectively received $77,000. […]
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Operation Cinderella 2024 Season Concludes, Providing 143 High School Students Unforgettable Memories
As the 2024 Operation Cinderella season concludes, Assistance League® of the Bay Area reflects on the joy and the transformation of those who participated. 36 young men embraced the opportunity for suits from Dress Galaxy. 107 young ladies graced our boutique at the Clear Creek ISD Learner Support Center. Altogether, we provided 143 students the […]
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Assistance League of the Bay Area Rebuilds Resale Shop in Webster and Reopens May 2010
After losing the resale shop in Seabrook, Assistance League® was determined to establish a new resale shop. It involved extensive thrift shop visits, research, and location scouting. They gathered surveys and sought expert advice from Executive Services Corp, Inc.’s thrift shop consultants. Members voted on a new business plan, and a building search committee explored […]
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Birthday-in-a-Box Allows Assisteens of the Bay Area to Brighten Students’ Lives
Imagine the joy on a child’s face as they unwrap a box filled with candles and a cake mix. It’s not just a party; it’s the start of a memory that will last a lifetime. Amidst the confetti, there’s a handwritten note, whispering words of encouragement and reminding them that they matter. And as a […]
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Assisteens Provide Smiles to Memory Care Residents at Heartis Clear Lake
In a heartwarming endeavor, Assisteens® are providing smiles across the memory care unit at Heartis Clear Lake. Armed with colored pencils and creativity, they craft celebratory cards— carrying warmth and memories. Through the Notes for Folks philanthropic program, Assisteens bridge generations. They remind us that compassion knows no age.
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