Raleigh-Durham-Chapel Hill, NC (1888PressRelease)
September 19, 2009 - On September 24, 2009 at the Capital City Club in Raleigh, National Assistance League will honor Assistance League of Raleigh by moving the organization from guild to full chapter status.
The Chartering Ceremony will recognize Assistance League of Raleigh for its vibrant presence in the community as a guild. Assistance League of Raleigh members have volunteered time, energy and support to provide programs for at risk children and the elderly in the Raleigh community.
Last year, Assistance League of Raleigh met their requirements instilled by national and raised more than $50,000 through fundraisers that supported their philanthropic programs, H.O.P.E For Kids, Operation School Bell® and Silver Slippers.
Brenda Griffin, President of Assistance League of Raleigh, explained, “These accomplishments enabled Assistance League to be brought into the national fold of chapters, adding another golden link to the chain.”
About National Assistance League®
The Assistance League is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to putting caring and commitment into action. With more than 120 chapters nationwide that have developed, funded and staffed philanthropic programs. Assistance League has more than 2.6 million service hours and an astounding $36 million to communities across the United States.
To learn more about National Assistance League, visit www.assistanceleague.org.
About Assistance League of Raleigh
Assistance League of Raleigh is one of more than 120 chapters of Assistance League®, a national nonprofit that puts caring and commitment into action through community-based philanthropic projects. The Raleigh chapter partners with Broadway Series South for their annual fundraiser, Festival of Trees of Raleigh. Proceeds support the chapter’s outreach programs, H.O.P.E. for Children, Operation School Bell®, and Silver Slippers.
To get involved or learn more about Assistance League of Raleigh, call 919-623-7734 or visit www.raleigh.assistanceleague.org.
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