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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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Join Us in Helping Change Lives
Are you seeking a way to make a real difference in your community? We are looking for passionate individuals to join us and #helpuschangelives! Whether you have a few hours a month or a few days a week, your time can #strengthenthecommunity. As a volunteer, you’ll: Connect with like-minded people Gain new skills and experiences […]
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Caring Kits Delivered to the La Porte Police Department
Vicki Jones (center) delivered Caring Kits to the La Porte Police Department. The kits contain clothing, undergarments, and flip-flops for individuals who have experienced an assault or domestic violence after a medical examination. Since the clothing worn by the victim during the attack is often kept as evidence, these kits enable the individual to leave […]
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Bay Area Service League Returns Over One Million Dollars to the Houston-Galveston Area
Bay Area Service League members have shown their dedication to serving their community. From June 1, 2024, to May 31, 2025, they provided valuable services totaling 33,591.75 hours. According to the Independent Sector website, the current value of a volunteer hour is $34.79. We are proud to announce that our cumulative service hours have contributed […]
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