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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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Operation School Bell Provides Opportunity for 1,708 Students to Select School Clothes and Accessories
The chapter’s largest philanthropic program, Operation School Bell®, has been a great experience for all involved. Serving 1,708 students identified by campus personnel in Clear Creek ISD, Deer Park ISD, Dickinson ISD, Friendswood ISD, Galveston ISD, La Porte ISD, Santa Fe ISD, Texas City ISD, and Odyssey Academy provided each an opportunity to select school-appropriate […]
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Albemarle Foundation Cumulative Gifts to Chapter Totals Nearly $145,000
Albemarle Corporation and its new wholly-owned subsidiary, Ketjen, and specifically the Foundation in the Houston Bay Area, has continued to support the chapter and its philanthropic efforts. Since 2015, employees have contributed to the foundation, and the chapter is blessed to be designated as one of their agencies. To date, Assistance League® of the Bay […]
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Advisory Council Special Guests at September Membership Meeting
The chapter’s September meeting is designed to conduct essential business but allows us ample time to celebrate our previous year’s successes. Additionally, we invite our Advisory Council to join us. The council comprises men and women who, through the years, have demonstrated their commitment to our organization and their investment in our continued organizational growth. […]
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Assistance League of the Bay Area Returns over 1,187 Million Dollars to the Community
Assistance League® of the Bay Area members have shown their dedication to serving their community. From June 1, 2022, to May 31, 2023, they provided valuable services totaling 32,055 hours of service. Assisteens® of the Bay Area contributed 5,261 service hours, bringing the total hours to 37,316. As per the Do Good Institute Volunteer Time […]
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Assistance League of the Bay Area Kicks Off 30-Year Anniversary
Join us as we celebrate our 30th anniversary as a chapter this year! On October 5, 1988, Assistance League® of Houston hosted an invitational meeting for residents in the Houston-Galveston Bay Area. Eighty-five individuals attended the meeting and formed Assistance League Auxiliary of the Bay Area. These charter members sprang into action and launched their […]
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