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Operation School Bell, the Chapter’s Signature Program, Provided Clothing for over 2400 Students
The chapter’s largest philanthropic program, Operation School Bell®, allowed students to select school-appropriate clothing and accessories at local-area JCPenney® stores or, in some situations, provided to them through the shop-and-deliver alternative from Target. Throughout the 2023-2024 fiscal year, 2,464 students across nine school districts, including Clear Creek ISD, Deer Park ISD, Dickinson ISD, Friendswood ISD, […]
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Newly-Elected 2024-2025 Officers Installed by Outgoing Chair Chris Comin
Our newly-elected officers were installed at the May meeting by Chair Chris Comin. Congratulations to: Olivia Casas, Chair Lily Boyles, Chair-Elect Erin O’Connell, Vice Chair Membership Claire Collura, Vice Chair Philanthropic Programs Abigail Horn, Vice Chair Resource Development Sophia Lach, Vice Chair Marketing and Communications Haleigh Pham, Secretary Thomas Arboleda, Assistant Auxiliary Treasurer The parliamentarian […]
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Four Seniors Recognized for Meeting Eligiblity Requirements
At the final membership meeting of the year, Chair-Elect Olivia Casas recognized seniors who achieved their eligibility requirements despite graduating, and not returning for the following year, and departed the organization as members in good standing. Those who were recognized and received a certificate of achievement were: Chris Comin Joia Glover Diya Patel Sydney Zamora […]
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Final Collaborative Snack Attack Pack Assembly for 2023-2024 Brings Annual Tally to 9,000 Meals
The final Snack Attack Pack assembly for the 2023-2024 fiscal year occurred on Sunday, May 5th. Chapter members and Assisteens® work collaboratively to package 900 meals for students in Deer Park ISD, La Porte ISD, and Texas City ISD who struggle with food insecurity. When the program began it served one school district, Texas City […]
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Operation Cinderella Serves 143 Seniors During Military Ball and Prom Season
During the 2024 military ball and prom season, Assistance League® of the Bay Area provided 107 girls with attire, including a ball gown and matching accessories of shoes, a handbag, and jewelry. Through a partnership with Dress Galaxy, thirty-six boys received custom-made suits, dress shirts, ties, and shoes. Hairstylist Crystal Whaley – Hidden Palms and […]
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Through Partnerships, 380 Assault Survivor Kits Distributed during the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year
The National Coalition on Domestic Violence website shares 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men in the United States have experienced some form of physical violence by an intimate partner; in Texas specifically, 40.1% of Texas women and 34.9% of Texas men experience intimate partner physical violence, intimate partner rape, or intimate partner […]
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Bay Area Houston Alumnae Chapter – Delta Sigma Theta Sorority Receives the H.O.P.E. Award from Assistance League of the Bay Area
The H.O.P.E. Award is given to a nonmember individual, a company, or a group for significant contribution to the chapter. The Bay Area Houston Alumnae Chapter-Delta Sigma Theta Sorority is known for its outstanding service. As a purpose-driven nonprofit organization, its mission centers around providing assistance and support through established programs in local communities. The […]
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Target Stores Recognized at Annual Meeting for Longstanding Partnership with the Chapter
On Monday, May 20th, Assistance League® of the Bay Area gathered to celebrate their 30th year as a chapter. There were multiple recognitions and partner acknowledgments, and the 2024-2025 board was installed. Target has been a dedicated partner of our chapter, supporting our largest philanthropic program, Operation School Bell®. They have allowed us to select […]
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Chapter Representativ Attends La Porte ISD Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast
Sarah Foulds represented Assistance League® of the Bay Area at the recent La Porte ISD Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast. She enjoyed the event tremendously, emphasizing the elementary student choir performance and student readings. The chapter proudly supports the district and its students through three philanthropic programs, Operation Cinderella, Operation School Bell®, and Snack Attack Packs.
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Award-Winning Resale Shop Celebrates 14th Anniversary at Webster Location
On May 19, 2010, Assistance League® of the Bay Area members took a leap of faith and reopened their resale shop, the original one destroyed by Hurricane Ike. Over fourteen years, our shop has been a beacon of success, earning numerous accolades as ‘Best,’ amassing a staggering $2.4 million in sales, expanding and revamping our […]
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