Causes: Community Service Clubs, Education, Health, Human Service Organizations, Human Services, Literacy, Nursing Facilities, Remedial Reading & Encouragement, Seniors

Mission: ASSISTANCE LEAGUE of Southeastern Michigan is an all- volunteer service organization. To improve the quality of life for those in need of care, guidance, and assistance through development and implementation of philanthropic programs in Michigan.

Target demographics: Thousands of people in need through our philanthropic programs, our members provide comfort and care with clothing, food, tutoring, supplies, and personal care kits.

Direct beneficiaries per year: Over 5,200 children in Wayne, Oakland and Macomb Counties

Geographic areas served: Wayne, Oakland and Macomb Counties

Programs: Operation School Bell provides winter clothing for disadvantaged elementary school children. Stores are set up in the school for a one-day shopping experience where the children can shop for new clothing (winter coat, hat, gloves, blue jeans, underwear, socks, a duffel bag containing a book and hygiene items, and a voucher for shoes). Students are chosen by the schools districts in Oakland, Wayne and Macomb counties. Shelters in Macomb, Oakland, and Wayne County are provided with children's clothing, school supplies, and toiletry items throughout the year.