Assistance League Pueblo
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OPERATION SCHOOL BELL
DATE: September 12th - 16th, 2022 - This unique service program provides new clothing for deserving children of families in need in the Pueblo area. Pueblo City schools and Pueblo County School District 70 refer children to us. Over 1,150 students are dressed annually, totaling over 37,000 children since the program's inception.
ANNUAL FASHION PREVIEW
DATE: Dec 3rd, 2022 - Our Holiday Fashion Preview and Gourmet Luncheon is our largest fundraiser; gathering about 500 attendees at the Pueblo Convention Center annually. The event is scheduled for the first Saturday in December where ALL proceeds support Operation School Bell, our largest philanthropic program. The event includes local entertainment, great raffle prizes, a holiday boutique with hand-picked vendors, a parade of OSB students, a gourmet lunch followed by a fabulous professional fashion show, provided by Dillard’s of the Pueblo Mall. Definitely a “Must Attend Event” where ALL dollars raised stay within the Pueblo Community.
SPIRIT AND BREWFEST
The Assistance League of Pueblo participated in the 2019 Home of Heroes Spirit and Brewfest as a fundraiser option. The event took place at the Pueblo Convention Center on Saturday, November 16th, 2019. It was very well attended and we look forward to participating in coming years.
Our Gallery
Pictures from our annual events
Our Programs and Events
Below are some of our annual events and philanthropic activities. Visit our About Us page for more information.
Operation School Bell
Going into its 43rd year, this unique service program provides new clothing for deserving children of families in need in the Pueblo area. Pueblo City schools and Pueblo County School District 70 refer children to us. Over 1,100 students are dressed annually, totaling over 30,000 children since the program's inception.
Fashion Preview
Our largest event is a Holiday Fashion Preview and Gourmet Luncheon featuring professional models, provided by Dillard's. Held annually on the first Saturday in December, raffle tickets are also sold for numerous door prizes donated by local merchants, community individuals, and Assistance League members.
Golf Tournament
The Pueblo Country Club and Assistance League Pueblo in years past partnered up for a Golf Tournament. This fun activity supported Operation School Bell, to provide clothing for Pueblo's youth.Check out the Golf Tournament Page for pictures of tournaments from provide clothing for kids.
Scholarships
Scholarships to Colorado State University-Pueblo and Pueblo Community College are awarded to outstanding students who reside in Pueblo County. Assistance League Pueblo has presented over $300,000 in scholarships in 25 years, to help many students pursue their college degrees.
Pal Bears
This program provides cuddly teddy bears, dressed in tee shirts with the Assistance League logo, to the Pueblo Child Advocacy Center, local hospitals, and local fire stations to be given to Pueblo's children who have suffered through some type of traumatic experience.
Bargain Box
The store is located at 331 East 4 th Street, look for the big blue awning. This second-hand store, run totally by volunteers, offers some of the best prices in town. You will find everything from gently-used adult and children’s clothing to shoes, jewelry, housewares, books and sometimes antique dishes and dolls. The store hours are Tuesday through Friday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 3 p.m. Please donate your new and gently used items during business hours. All proceeds go toward our philanthropic programs and stay within the Pueblo community.
Thrift Shop
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