Assistance League of
Colorado Springs (ALCS)
Caring & Commitment in Action

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In the shadow of Pikes Peak, a dynamic group of community-minded people is MAKING A DIFFERENCE -- brightening the lives of children and families of the Pikes Peak Region.


These people proudly serve as volunteers with Assistance League of Colorado Springs (ALCS), one of over 117 chapters and guilds of National Assistance League®.
Our Corporation is:
  • Nonprofit
  • Nonpolitical
  • Nonsectarian
  • 100% volunteer-driven
  • IRS 501(c)(3) corporation (donations are tax-deductible)
Assistance Guild of Colorado Springs was founded in 1968 with approximately 40 original members. The Guild became Assistance League of Colorado Springs in 1970 and was incorporated as the 52nd chapter of National Assistance League. The Pikes Peak Auxiliary joined Assistance League of Colorado Springs in 1993 and was certified in 1995. Together, over 230 highly motivated members bring a variety of experience and a wealth of enthusiasm to their service in the Pikes Peak area.

Funding for ALCS philanthropic Programs comes from the following sources:·
  • Gifts and grants
  • ALCS thrift store named Bargain Box
  • Annual Auto Show sponsored by the Colorado Springs Automobile Dealers Association (CSADA) with The Gazette newspaper as a presenting sponsor
Annual funds raised by Assistance League chapters go directly back into individual communities for Programs selected by the specific chapter. ALCS does not receive government funding and has not applied for United Way funding. The all-volunteer status of the chapter means that funds raised directly benefit the local community it serves with minimum overhead for operating expenses.

Awards

ALCS is the 2005 winner of the Spencer and Julie Penrose Award for the
Outstanding Nonprofit in the State of Colorado,
bestowed by the El Pomar Foundation.



2008 Selected BEST NON-PROFIT in the "Best of the Springs 2008" by the Colorado Springs Gazette

2007 Certificate of appreciation from Pikes Peak Acura Soap Box Derby for support of an educational youth-oriented program
2004 Certificate with Deepest Appreciation from the Volunteer Center of the Pikes Peak Region

2001 Kindness Campaign's "Community of Kindness" non-profit Business Award

1999 H. Chase Stone award for Excellence in Community by El Pomar Foundation

1996 Mayor's Award for outstanding Philanthropic Organization in Colorado on National Philanthropy Day

1973 Honorable Mention Award at National Assistance League convention for its entry "Airy Wisps of Wisdom" in the Parade of Fans


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211 E Costilla St. Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Phone 719-475-2627 ~ Fax 719-329-0949


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