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Mission Statement
History

Established in Los Angeles in the early 1890s Assistance League® was the first nonprofit, nonpolitical, nonsectarian organization begun in the West to recognize the potential of volunteers in helping those less fortunate to a better, more meaningful life.

The organization of dedicated women continued to expand its community service and refine its philanthropic philosophy. In 1935, a national organization of Assistance League was organized with the vision of a nation-wide effort to carry the principles of Assistance League to other cities.

Today Assistance League Chapters can be found across the United States, from Hawaii to North Carolina, from Minneapolis to Atlanta. There are 118 Chapters and Guilds in 26 states with over 24,000 members giving the gift of community service as envisioned by our predecessors.

Our chapter is registered with the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(c)(3) organization. Our tax id number is 56-201304 .

Assistance League® of the Triangle Area is a volunteer organization dedicated to improving the lives of women, children, and families in our community. 

 Vision:  Caring and commitment in action in our community. 

 Values:  Commitment with accountability.

Board of Directors

  President
Sharron Grant
  President-Elect
Martha Funsten
  VP, Resource Development
Becky Aldrich          
  VP, Membership
Penne Sheppard
  VP, Philanthropic Programs
Gail Park
  Secretary
Jean Ehmke
  Treasurer
Barbara Townson
  Public Relations
Anna Merrett
  Education
Margaret Pasquale
  Strategic Planning
Janice Carlton

Advisory Board
  Ralph Bartell
Retired Executive
   Susan Lilly
Executive Director at NC Veterinary Medical Foundation, Inc.
   Pamela Weksler,
Southern Community Bank and Trust
   Debra Bynum, MD
University of NC Hospitals
   Jim Wright
Retired senior Attorney, Sprint
 
   
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