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Holiday Cheer to Local Seniors with Annual Secret Santa Program
Volunteers from the Assistance League® of Bend are spreading holiday cheer across Deschutes County through their cherished Secret Santa program. This initiative, which focuses on fulfilling the holiday wishes…
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New Back-to-School Clothes Build Confidence
Assistance League of Bend’s Operation School Bell® fall campaign began this week. The first two sessions saw over 500 children shop for new back-to-school clothes at the Bend Walmart. During the month of…
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Emergency Bundles for Foster Children
Assistance League of Bend recently prepared emergency winter clothing bundles for foster children. Through a partnership with Every Child Central Oregon, Assistance League provides emergency clothing to children entering…
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Fostering a Love of Reading
Assistance League of Bend’s Operation School Bell® Literacy team has been busy this summer distributing new books to local children in need. They could be spotted offering free books…
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Free Hats and More for Cancer Patients
Sunday marked the 25th Annual Heaven Can Wait 5K race in Redmond, a fundraiser for breast cancer patients and survivors. A long time Bend resident and breast cancer survivor, Charlene…
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Summer Reflections 2024
With our major fundraiser now behind us, our dedicated member volunteers are turning their focus to our highly anticipated Operation School Bell® shopping events, which kick off in October. This year,…
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Spring Reflections 2024
It’s truly inspiring to see the impact of our collective efforts in serving our community. The accomplishments highlighted in the Spring Spotlight 2024 are a testament to the power…
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Handmade Lavender Pillows Offer Comfort
Since its inception in 2023, the Therapeutic Lavender Pillows Project, part of the Assistance League of Bend’s Hats & More program, has made a profound impact on the lives…
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Rosell Wealth Management James A. Lee Community Gift Fund Grant
The James A. Lee Community Gift Fund was established in 2022 by Rosell Wealth Management in honor of longtime Bend resident, active community member and former executive director of Abilitree, Jim…
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“Bling It On” Raises Funds for Local Families
Assistance League of Bend delighted patrons with its highly anticipated “Bling It On” shopping event, hosted at the exquisite North Rim Lodge on May 18, 2024. Attendees were treated to…
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