ABOUT US

From 1966 to Now

Assistance League of Riverside is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to clothing, comforting and educating the children of our community.

It was formed more than 56 years ago by 30 civic-minded women as the 37th chapter of Assistance League.  Today the chapter has more than 240 members, men as well as women, who support our philanthropies.

The chapter also includes Assisteens®, an auxiliary of 7th through 12th graders focused on developing a sense of community engagement, self-reliance, personal responsibility, public speaking and leadership.

All of Assistance League of Riverside’s programs focus on children and youth, from elementary school through college, who have been identified by local schools or other entities as being in need.  Typically, the chapter’s philanthropies touch more than 8,000 children and youth every year.

A primary source of support for the organization comes from its Thrift Shop which offers great finds at low prices. Generous donations from the community result in a constantly changing inventory.

The chapter’s Annual Giving Campaign during the fall and its Spring Event as well as grants and contributions also support its philanthropies.

Mission, Vision and Values

MISSION

Assistance League of Riverside is a volunteer organization dedicated to clothing, comforting and educating the children and youth of our community.

VISION

Essential needs are met and children and youth flourish.

CORE VALUES

Commitment – Compassionate & caring service

Leadership – Visionary, ethical & sensitive

Ethics – Honesty in Communication & action

Accountability – Fiscal responsibility & transparency

Respect – Appreciation & consideration for others

Learn more about National Assistance League 

PRESIDENT

Sue Nicholaisen

PRESIDENT-ELECT

Lynn Athens

VICE PRESIDENT MEMBERSHIP

Lisa Valentine

VICE PRESIDENT PROGRAMS

Nancy Franks

VICE PRESIDENT  PUBLIC RELATIONS/MARKETING

Open

VICE PRESIDENT RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT

Donna Dacier

VICE PRESIDENT FINANCE

Paul Rodriguez

RECORDING SECRETARY

Lydia Ferrall

STRATEGIC PLANNING COORDINATOR

Traci Rodriguez

TREASURER

Mary Pat Stetkevich

ASSISTEENS COORDINATOR

Lorraine Hansen

PARLIAMENTARIAN

Barbara Pfeiffer

C-N BRANCH LIAISON

Carol Nichols

Assistance League of Riverside 2024-2025 Advisory Council

Marlene L. Allen Murray, Esq.
Craig Blunden
Jennifer Corr
R. Annette DeMont
Collette Lee
Rose Mayes
Teresa Parker