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Facts and Figures
FACT SHEET 2006-2007
ASSISTANCE LEAGUE of Kansas City, has a 24-year history of philanthropic service to the Greater Kansas City community. The 311 members contributed over 26,000 volunteer hours to serve 10,000 children and adults in 2006-2007. There are no paid employees.
SERVICES TO OUR COMMUNITY:
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ASSAULT SURVIVOR KITS® provided
330 kits which were delivered to MOCSA (Metropolitan Organization to
Counter Sexual Assault) and COVERSA (Collection of Victim Evidence Regarding
Sexual Assault) who in turn takes them to local hospitals
in Clay, Jackson, and Platte counties for use by
victims of rape. Program Costs: $8,000.
- CHILDREN'S MERCY NORTHLAND VOLUNTEERISM PROJECTstarted in June
2005. The volunteer area of responsibility was the sign-in area
for patients, with the volunteers providing activities for families
who were waiting to see medical personnel. Program cost: none.
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HUMAN OUTREACH PROJECT responded
to the “Adopt an Angel” program, where 50 Christmas gifts
for children were donated to Synergy Services. Program Costs:
Absorbed by individual members.
- I'M IN CHARGE serviced
5,306 students with materials to help teach elementary children safety
in emergency and non-emergency situations when alone. Ten school
districts participate, plus the Diocesan Schools of Kansas City-St.
Joseph. Program Costs: $4,761.43.
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OPERATION FOSTER CHILDREN distributed
backpacks with school supplies to 150 foster children, and served an
additional 60 special requests made through case workers. Heartland
Auxiliary, one of two auxiliaries of Assistance League of Kansas City,
runs this project. Program Costs: $13,039.44.
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OPERATION HUG gave over 3500 teddy
bears to comfort children in crisis. Five Hospitals and four police
stations participate in this program. Program Costs: $16,261.65.
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OPERATION SCHOOL BELL® provided new clothing for 1,214 elementary school children in six school Districts. Program Costs: $73,000+.
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ASSISTEENS® Auxiliary assisted the chapter in its projects as well as participating in various monthly projects of its own including working with Harvesters, a community blood drive and Operation Senior Citizen. .
FUNDING OUR PROJECTS TO THE COMMUNITY:
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THE ReSALE SHOP, an upscale thrift
store located at 6257 North Oak Traffic way, opened in August, 1997 and
recycles gently used items at very reasonable prices. THE ReSALE
SHOP is completely staffed by member volunteers. Approximately
16,500 customers purchased items. Two fashion shows were fulfilled in
the community.
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Poinsettia Sales 4,991 plants were sold for holiday giving
and enjoyment.
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SOCK IT TO 'EM sent invitations and received donations from
296 donors.
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Spring Plant Sale - 210 spring plants were
sold.
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Christopher Radko Ornaments -
These beautiful, unique ornaments were developed
this year and sold to 154 Assistance League of Kansas City chapter members
and collectors across the country.
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The Heartland Run benefits foster
children in Clay and Platte counties. This event is a project of the
Heartland Auxiliary. It is held in September at the English Landing
Park in Parkville, Missouri.
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Donations and Grants from individuals, businesses, corporations,
and foundations also helped fund services. No United Way agency funding
is received.
MISSION STATEMENT:
We identify and respond to the needs of the community through our own philanthropic projects. We respond by reaching out to others as a friend to promote self-esteem, comfort, safety and the emotional well-being of those served and those serving.
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