Celebrating over 80 years of service in Newport-Mesa

Assistance League of Newport-Mesa began in 1940 in Newport Beach with a small group of women wanting to make a difference in the lives of children.  Our four philanthropic programs are completely self-funded through grants, endowments, fundraising events and proceeds from our on-site shops.

The Newport-Mesa Chapter of dedicated member volunteers gives over 12,000 hours of service each year to operate our programs.  Our programs helped 2,500 children in the Costa Mesa and Newport Beach communities in just the last year.

The philanthropic programs of Assistance League of Newport-Mesa, the Cheri Harris Dental Center, Operation School Bell®, The Kids on the Block, and Scholarship Program are staffed by member volunteers and funded through proceeds from our Thrift Shop, Treasures on Consignment, fundraising events, grants, endowments and private donations.

Mission, Vision and Values

MISSION

Assistance League of Newport-Mesa member volunteers are transforming the lives of children and adults through community programs.

VISION

Essential needs are met in our community and families flourish

CORE VALUES

Commitment, Leadership, Ethics, Accountability and Respect

Financials

FINANCIALS

Volunteers Enriching Lives for a Better Community

Assistance League of Newport-Mesa

2024-2025 Board of Directors

President

Julia Edwards

President-Elect

Nancy Yeager

Secretary

Emily Sigrist

Treasurer

Elizabeth Kim

Vice President
Finance

Kristen Panehal

Vice President
Membership

Erin Kim

Vice President
Philanthropic

Deidre Campbell

Vice President
Resource Development

Erika Fiore

VP
Shops

Jenni Johnson

Vice President
Marketing

April Vera

Vice President
Strategic Planning

Andrea Mock

Vice President
Human Resources

Anne Wong

Assisteens® Auxiliary
Co-Coordinators

Terry Lee
Becky Janda