We have 11 philanthropic programs, which include Operation School Bell®, Orthodontic Program, Mentoring, ALa Carte, Assault Survivor Kits®, Assisteens® Programs, Howard and Asian Art Collection, Kids on the Block, Launching Literacy, Scholarships, Vocational Training. To explore more about these programs, tap or click on the photos below.
Operation School Bell provides new school uniforms to in-need Long Beach Unified School district students. Operation School Bell is the “safety net” that enables our schools to mandate uniforms. This program annually provides more than 8,000 backpacks filled with new uniforms, undergarments and school supplies to Long Beach students.
The Orthodontic Program provides low-cost orthodontic treatment for children from families with limited financial resources. The Orthodontic Center’s administration, orthodontist, staff and Assistance League member volunteers strive to provide comprehensive, quality orthodontic care in a personal and caring environment. The staff looks forward to helping their patients develop great smiles that will last a lifetime!
For over 30 years, CAMEO has supported under-served, academically promising students from the Long Beach Unified School District high schools and Long Beach City College. Our member volunteers are working professionals who provide one-on-one mentoring support to enhance each student’s educational and personal development.
Members of the ALa Carte program have been providing supportive services to hospitalized children and young adults ages 2-20 and their parents at Miller Children’s and Women’s Hospital Long Beach for more than 30 years.
The Assault Survivor Kits program works with forensic nurses to provide clothing and hygiene kits for victims of sexual assault whose clothes are collected as evidence by the police. Wear home clothing, underwear, socks, and a variety of hygiene items are included in the kits which provide comfort and dignity in time of crisis.
Assisteens Auxiliary provides community volunteer opportunities for approximately 100 young people in grades 9 through 12. Its goals are to develop a sense of community responsibility, self-reliance, personal responsibility, poise, public speaking, and leadership skills.
Tours of the Howard and Asian Art Collection, a museum-quality collection of Asian artifacts located in the Assistance League of Long Beach Philanthropic Center, are conducted by trained member docents for seventh-grade students in the Long Beach Unified School District and to community groups upon request.
Kids on the Block is an educational puppet program for elementary school children that addresses behavioral issues they face today. Popular programs include You’re Not the Boss of Me (Bullying), Rescue and Report, and Alternatives to Violence.
Launching Literacy is a partnership between Assistance League of Long Beach and Long Beach Unified School District (LBUSD). Underserved children in grades K-1 in need of extra individualized reading instruction are selected by district personnel. Our trained volunteers work with the children on pre-reading skills in small groups using lessons developed by literacy coaches.
The Scholarship Committee provides financial awards to students for academic performance at a variety of educational institutions including Long Beach City College (LBCC) and California State University, Long Beach (CSULB). Financial support is also provided to Long Beach Unified School District for its music and vocal programs at the middle and high schools. Two endowed scholarships from past Assistance League members are also awarded annually in accordance with the wishes of the donors.
Beginning in 2013, students with mild to moderate disabilities who were in a protective and directed school environment through high school and are now in the Adult Community Transition Program have been coming to the Thrift & Vintage Shop to work in various capacities. These students, aged 18-22, work along with Assistance League member volunteers as they gain valuable and transferrable skills for their future employment. At the same time, the Thrift & Vintage Shop benefits greatly from their involvement.
The Thrift & Vintage Shop is your source for surprises. Come see a trove of high-quality, well-curated merchandise — and it changes hourly, so come often! Items are donated by members of the greater Long Beach community to support Assistance League of Long Beach. Get your swag! Get your dancing shoes! Get an esoteric oddity!
