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
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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