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Assistance League of the Bay Area Concludes Operation School Bell Phase I
The chapter was thrilled to serve 3,034 students, the highest number to date, through Operation School Bell®. This is Assistance League® of the Bay Area’s signature philanthropic program. These students were dressed over three weeks at area Kohl’s stores, and the Target store on Galveston Island. Students from Clear Creek, Deer Park, Dickinson, Friendswood, Galveston, La […]
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Yaga’s Children’s Fund Donates to Assistance League of the Bay Area
On September 24th, Assistance League® of the Bay Area was awarded a $1,700 grant from the Yaga’s Children’s Fund. The money will be utilized for the chapter’s largest philanthropic program, Operation School Bell®. Grants & Foundations Vice Chairman Sarah Foulds attended the distribution of funds event.
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HIGHER Up Texas Visits Assistance League of the Bay Area’s Award-Winning Resale Shop
It was a real treat to provide the opportunity for students from HIGHER Up Texas to visit the chapter’s award-winning Resale Shop in early September. Volunteers assisted the students in selecting professional clothing for potential interviews when they seek part-time job opportunities. In its inaugural year, 30 high school students from Dickinson ISD participate in […]
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The Albemarle Foundation Recognized for Ongoing Support
The Albemarle Foundation has been supporting Assistance League® of the Bay Area through donor gifts for the past four years. They have also helped as volunteers with two of our philanthropic programs, Operation School Bell® and Operation Cinderella. At the chapter’s September 23rd membership meeting, they were recognized for their 2018-2019 contributions of $25,750. Cumulatively since […]
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Operation Support Our Schools Hosts 1st Bulk Food Buy
The Operation Support Our Schools Committee met at Sam’s Club in Friendswood location for the first of their Food Buys for campuses who are served by Communities In Schools – Bay Area in Clear Creek and Dickinson ISDs. Student Support Specialists at each campus complete a food order of nonperishable nutritional and snack items. The Campus […]
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Assistance League of the Bay Area Chapter Representatives Attend Connect2019
Chapter members Kim Barker, Beverly Braden, Brooks Cima, Kathleen Courville, Charlene Donovan, Jennie Hampton, Lisa Holbrook, and Valerie Piercy attended Assistance League®‘s 2019 Conference – Connect2019, held at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas from September 4 – 7, 2019. Attendees enjoyed engaging workshops, entertaining keynote speakers, and eventful networking opportunities. During the annual meeting on […]
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Assistance League of the Bay Area Receives $50,000 Grant from Moody Foundation
Assistance League® of the Bay Area received a $50,000 grant from the Moody Foundation, enabling the chapter to expand its reach to the students who are in need and reside on Galveston Island. On August 17th, the chapter’s largest philanthropic program, Operation School Bell,® launched its 2019-2020 year by working with families from the Odyssey […]
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United Way Bay Area THRIVE Center Donates Items Through Project Undercover
As a result of our partnership with United Way Bay Area THRIVE Center, Assistance League® of the Bay Area was the recipient of much-needed items through their annual Project Undercover initiative. Through its collection, the chapter has received a large inventory of undergarments and socks the Operation Support Our Schools philanthropic program can distribute. Pictured, […]
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Assistance League of the Bay Area Chosen as a Recipient of 2019 ClubCorp Charity Classic
The 2019 ClubCorp Charity Classic chose Assistance League® of the Bay Area as one of its recipients this year. Two days of activities at Bay Oaks Country Club will take place on Friday, September 13, and Saturday, September 14. This two-day event includes dinner and an auction on Friday and both a golf and tennis […]
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Walmart Neighborhood Center Store #4618 Provides $1,000 for Operation Support Our Schools
Anthony Sy, Walmart Neighborhood Center #4618 Store Manager, was delighted to work with Assistance League® of the Bay Area and more specifically, Operation Support Our Schools. His store, located on West Main Street in League City, gifted the chapter $1,000 towards our philanthropy that focuses on food insecurity and nutritional support. The store’s contributions enable […]
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