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Yaga’s Children’s Fund Gifts Assistance League of the Bay Area $5,000
The chapter acknowledges Yaga’s Children’s Fund’s continued generosity towards our organization. At their distribution of funds event on Wednesday evening, October 11th, Assistance League® of the Bay Area received a $5,000 contribution supporting our largest philanthropic program, Operation School Bell®. Since 2016 Yaga’s Children’s Fund has gifted the organization $14,600. Representing us that evening Rebecca […]
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Assistance League of the Bay Area Acknowledges Glitz & Glamour Holiday Extravaganza Donors
Assistance League® of the Bay Area thanks our generous donors for supporting our Glitz & Glamour Holiday Extravaganza! the little pink bag Niche Catering Yvonne and Shep Perrin Savannah Cafe & Bakery Tickets to this event are on sale at the chapter’s award-winning resale shop beginning on Wednesday, October 4, 2023, and continuing until Saturday, […]
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Assistance League of the Bay Area Supports Partners Who Work Toward Eradicating Domestic Violence
Domestic Violence Awareness Month takes place every October. It evolved from a Day of Unity observed in October 1981 by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. The intent was to connect advocates for abuse survivors nationwide, working to end violence against women and their children. Assistance League® of the Bay Area salutes our partners who […]
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Project Snuggle Fleece Blankets Delivered to The Bridge Over Troubled Waters
In recognition of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, Assisteens® of the Bay Area are deeply committed to helping young residents feel safe and secure as they enter a shelter. Through the auxiliary’s Project Snuggle program, 180 fleece blankets will be delivered to our partners. Half of those on Monday, October 2nd, were taken to The Bridge […]
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Heartis Senior Living Clear Lake Receive Monthly Birthday & Celebratory Cards through Notes for Folks Philanthropic Program
Heartis Senior Living Clear Lake residents receive birthday and celebratory cards designed and colored by Assisteens® of the Bay Area every month. Through the Notes for Folks program, those who live in the facility’s memory care unit receive greetings acknowledging milestones from our members. The auxiliary is committed to our senior population, especially those who […]
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Assisteens Applaud Partners Who Serve Those Victimized by Domestic Violence
According to the Huffington Post, the number of U.S. troops killed in Afghanistan and Iraq between 2001 and 2012 was 6,488. The number of women murdered by current or ex-male partners during that same time was 11,766. Assisteens® of the Bay Area partners with two shelters, The Bridge Over Troubled Waters and Bay Area Turning […]
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New Philanthropic Program, Crafted with Care, Debuts at September Meeting
This year Assisteens® of the Bay Area adopted a new philanthropic program, Crafted with Care. After membership meetings, those who have signed up to work on this program create crafts for children who reside at the Bay Area Turning Point and The Bridge Over Troubled Waters shelters. The final product reflects an upcoming holiday or […]
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Pet Adoption Kits are Provided to Animal Shelters through the Cause for Paws Philanthropic Program
On Sunday, September 24th, after the conclusion of the membership meeting, fifteen Assisteens® assembled adoption kits for the companion animals who reside at the League City Animal Care shelter and Bay Area Pet Adoptions in San Leon. The kits contain various items to help a new pet owner when adopting a small or large dog […]
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Assisteens of the Bay Area Launch Birthday in a Box for the 2023-2024 School Year
Every month during the school year, Assisteens® assemble items allowing students participating in the Communities In Schools – Bay Area program to celebrate their birthdays. The ‘Birthday in a Box’ includes baking goods to make cupcakes, a small gift, and a handwritten card. Assisteens of the Bay Area are pleased to serve the League City […]
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Twenty-Three Assisteens Earn the President’s Volunteer Service Award
Twenty-three Assisteens® earned the prestigious President’s Volunteer Service Award for the 2022-2023 fiscal year. Depending on the recipient’s age, a specific number of hours are earned to achieve the Bronze, Silver, or Gold recognition. For Assisteens of the Bay Area, requirements include at least 50% of service hours must be accrued in Assisteens-approved activities, including […]
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