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Assistance League of Santa Clarita provides community assistance through nine philanthropic programs providing clothing,
vision care, literacy, scholarships and more. We are a 501(3)(c) corporation serving the Santa Clarita Valley for over 35 years.

Operation School Bell

Operation School Bell®, our signature program, supports success in school by providing students from transitional kindergarten through high school with the opportunity to select new clothing and shoes during shopping events. Operation School Bell is available to all 50+ schools in the five Santa Clarita Valley School Districts with students referred by their schools.
  • The program was introduced in 1991.
  • Total students served through May 31, 2026: 43,979.

icare for kids

icare for kids provides assistance to students whose vision is affecting their ability to succeed in the classroom and whose families have no access to vision care. Students are referred by their schools for free eye exams and glasses. The program is available to all 50+ schools in the five Santa Clarita Valley School districts.
  • The program was introduced in 2014.
  • Total students served through May 31, 2026: 1,764.

Literacy Programs

The Literacy Program promotes literacy in Santa Clarita Valley Title 1 elementary schools. Students in transitional kindergarten through second grade at seven schools are provided with two books during their birthday month. Additionally, students in six other Title 1 elementary schools receive books for reading at home and at school. During the current school year, eight schools will be receiving classroom sets of novels for study and discussion at school.

  • The program was introduced in 2022.
  • Total students served through May 31, 2026: 6,184.

Scholarships

The Scholarships program has provided students from Santa Clarita Valley high schools and College of the Canyons with financial assistance to continue their career goals after high school in academics or vocational training.

  • The program was introduced in 2022.
  • Total students served through May 31, 2026: 58.

Fostering Success

Fostering Success serves students who have transitioned out of foster care and are enrolled in the Inspire Scholars program at College of the Canyons, or in Partnership for Youth served by Fostering Youth Independence (FYI). Students have access to basic needs such as clothing, eye exams/glasses, supplies and food staples, allowing them to concentrate on their educational goals.

  • The program was introduced in 2018.
  • Total students served through May 31, 2026: 2,422.

Senior Connections

Senior Connections, formerly Family Ties, supports the senior community in Santa Clarita. The program serves homebound seniors, assists the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center with one-time needs for their senior clients and participates in activities, such as Game Day with the Adult Day Care clients.

  • The program was introduced in 1992.
  • Total seniors served through May 31, 2026: 20,525.

Teddy Bear Patrol

Teddy Bear Patrol is the longest serving program for Assistance League® of Santa Clarita. Local first responders and health care clinics distribute AL-provided teddy bears to individuals facing crises or distressful situations
  • The program was introduced in 1989.
  • Total recipients served through May 31, 2026: 14,975.

Emergency Community Assistance

Community Emergency Assistance provides for short-term and immediate needs of individuals or families experiencing a disruptive event in their lives.

  • The program was introduced in 2001.
  • Total community members served through May 31, 2026: 3,176.

UkeALadies and Gents

UkeALadies and Gents provides ukulele music and singing at the Santa Clarita Valley Senior Center and various assisted living venues.

  • The program was introduced in 2015.
  • Total individuals served through May 31, 2026: 2,448.