Assisteens Show Elementary Schoolchildren How to Make a Difference!

Since 1977, Assisteens, an auxiliary of Assistance League of Diablo Valley, has encouraged teens to volunteer by raising funds that benefit children and seniors in the Contra Costa community. Over the years, Assisteens has expanded its membership to include both girls and boys, as well as high school and middle school students. Meeting students from other local schools, these energetic game changers have developed skills in leadership, organization and community service while having fun.

At a recent regular meeting, Assisteens Auxiliary Liaison Linda Benetar specified that Assisteens activities include hosting two parties, one with gifts from Santa and a springtime event, corresponding with homebound seniors and delivering a gift basket to each of them in the spring, as well as supplying snack packs for receiving center emergency kits. Additionally, Assisteens commit to working at the Assistance League Way Side Inn Thrift Shop, the chapter’s primary fundraiser located in Lafayette, and supporting chapter programs throughout the year.

Assisteens are also encouraged to attend the annual National Assisteens Conference where they have the opportunity to meet other teens from across the nation while experiencing life on a college campus. While there, they engage in team building exercises and attend workshops regarding topics such as cyber safety, public speaking, business etiquette and other leadership building classes.

To learn more about Assisteens, please visit this website: diablovalley.assistanceleague.org.