Operation School Bell®

Clothing the Children

Qualified students in need, K- 8th grade, shop with members at our local Kohl’s store for brand new clothing and shoes.  They all leave with a huge bag of new school clothes, wide grins and a renewed sense of confidence.

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Birthday Bags

We provide gifts and party supplies for Tri-Valley Haven children to celebrate their special day while they are residents of the shelter. With a “Party in a Bag,” we put a smile on the birthday child’s face.

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Books of My Own

We partner with Tri-Valley classroom teachers and we purchase a book title to be studied in class. Afterwards, the book is given to each child to keep, becoming a “book of my own.”

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Kids in Need

We provide books and educational activities for local foster children. We also provide essential filled backpacks to graduating high school seniors.

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Scholarship

We are committed to helping the next generation with higher education expenses.  We offer scholarships for high school seniors heading to a 4-year college/university, an accredited community college or certified technical/trade, as well as Las Positas College graduate transferring to 4-year college.

Book Buddies

Our members partner with the local Senior Center and are paired up with second graders at a local elementary school to increase the students’ reading skills. We have enjoyed being part of the reading activities.

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Food for Families

We partner with the Tri-Valley Haven Food Pantry in Livermore to shop and provide nutritious groceries to over 4,000 residents each month.

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Screening Eyes Early

We provide vision screening in several of our local preschools for 4 and 5 year olds. Our purpose is to detect amblyopia early which can then be treated by their doctor.

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Supporting Our Seniors

We support seniors in our communities who are in need, such as those who are isolated, homebound and/or low-income. Our activities include adopting seniors during the holidays, making blankets, and hosting luncheons and enrichment  activities.

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