TRANSFORMING LIVES • STRENGTHENING COMMUNITY
Assistance League of Wichita is an all-volunteer, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that is transforming lives and strengthening our community through philanthropic programs in Wichita. Member volunteers are dedicated to ongoing support and a long-term presence in the community through hands-on involvement in innovative philanthropic programs.
Programs
We have four philanthropic programs which support the Wichita Community.
Operation School Bell® provides school clothing and basic hygiene items to school children in need. Over 115,000 students have received assistance since 1985.
Scholarships provides financial aid to individuals wanting to attend WSU Tech and Butler County Community College. Since 1988, Over 450 scholarships have been awarded.
Assault Survivor Kits provides basic clothing and hygiene kits to victims of sexual assault. Over the past 7 years over 3,100 assault victims were assisted.
Bear Hugs provides teddy bears, totes and journals to child victims of violence. Since 1997, Bear Hugs promoted healing to over 6,200 children.
Thrift Shop
We are currently not accepting Christmas items and winter women’s clothing.
The Thrift Shop is our primary source of funding for our philanthropic programs. We are proud of our reputation as one of the best boutique-style and friendliest thrift shops. Our members work hard to make sure the merchandise is always good quality, clean, and priced fairly.
Events
We sponsor several events throughout the year to support our philanthropic programs and to engage the community.
Day of Caring – In March we provide multi-cultural, multi-lingual books for young readers served by Hunter Health Clinics.
Open Streets ICT – In October the Thrift Shop is open as we support a community-building event along the iconic Douglas Avenue.
Food Drive – In December we support Giving Tuesday by delivering food donations to the Kansas Food Bank.
Volunteer
Become a member! Join an incredible group of volunteers dedicated to making a difference in your local community.
Assistance League of Wichita welcomes new members at any time.
About Us
Getting to know Assistance League of Wichita means understanding the heart behind our work.
From our guiding Mission and Vision to the accountability found in our annual reports and the expertise of our Board and Advisory Council, we invite you to learn more about how we operate and who we are.
Our Foundation
Mission, Vision, and Values
Accountability
Annual Reports and Financials
Leadership
Our Board of Directors and Advisory Council
Donate
Ways to Support Assistance League of Wichita
Financial Gifts
Make an individual donation, contribute to philanthropic funds, or provide corporate/foundation grants.
Honorary & Memorial Gifts
Give a gift in honor of family and friends or recognize a group.
In-Kind Contributions
Donate gently used goods to our Thrift Shop or provide other non-cash donations.
Shop to Give
Support us through fundraisers and online shopping programs.
Your Contribution, Small or Large, Will Make a Difference