Making A Difference through Service To Mankind
The American Red Cross regrets having to cancel the Wildfire Preparedness Presentation scheduled for this Saturday, September 10, 2022. Due to this weekend’s rain storm, they need to be “READY – Set – GO” in case of mudslides and flooding in many areas since they cover ALL of LA County.
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Other than the true fact that we are a small, but mighty group of “SERvice to MAnkind” members who are proud to represent Green Valley, Elizabeth Lake, Lake Hughes, Three Points and, of course, Leona Valley, as a heartfelt nonprofit organization who have bonded together in fellowship and teamwork in EVERYTHING that we have accomplished.
Our Leona Valley group was chartered in 1997 and is just one of the 750 clubs of both men and women throughout the USA that include Canada, Mexico and Puerto Rico. Our Sertoma members’ interest is to encourage young people to strive for personal improvement at all times. We take great pride in the provision of local scholarships to graduating high school students, as well as to one special scholarship to an Antelope Valley College student who is majoring in deaf studies.
With the help of concerned citizens, encouragement and sponsorship, our mighty group has raised WELL OVER $150,000 from special fundraising events that has allowed our humanitarian efforts to care and provide for Veterans, local schools, Neighborhood Watch signs, holiday dinners, holiday food baskets, hearing disabilities, other local organizations, such as the Painted Turtle, and so much more.
We encourage you to visit our website – leonavalleysertoma.org regarding ALL information, blogs, scholarship, and photos pertaining to past and recent events.
We would love to meet you at one of our 8am Breakfast, we meet on the first and third Saturday of each month at Jack’s Place – 40352 90th St. West in Leona Valley. For more information on being our guest and/or learning more about Leona Valley Sertoma, email us membership@leonavalleysertoma.org
Our voice is a beacon for those who wish to serve and WE would love to meet you!
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Here is another “little bit” of what we do, on November 20, 2021 we held a 2 ½ hour Mini Gala sponsored by Jacks Place . Our mission and promise was to contribute a portion of our earnings to a Veterans organization AND, WE DID! We chose Vets 4 Veterans due to their dedication to empower local veterans who have suffered the physical and psychological wounds of war by providing safe and stable housing and scholarships that would guide them in their process of healing. We are so proud to support Vet 4 Veterans.
We also want to thank our member and treasurer, Michelle McAlister, for creating the mock-up check.
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Once again it is an honor for Leona Valley Sertoma to offer its’ scholarship programs in 2022! Both graduating high school students and college students moving onto a four-year college may apply for scholarships to continue their education. We encourage all of those who fit these criteria to apply and, we look forward to learning more about you, what you have done and what you plan to do. Please take advantage of this opportunity to advance your education and change for the better, our little corner of the world.
Leona Valley Sertoma believes in higher education and encourages you to never stop learning. Their scholarship programs identify and reward local students who have shown personal and intellectual qualities through academic achievement and participation as well as leadership in extracurricular and community activities. Leona Valley Sertoma has awarded more than $50,000 in scholarships since 1999 and continues to support these efforts through volunteer community outreach programs.
For information about the Leona Valley Sertoma Scholarship Programs and to download an application, please go to 2022 Leona Valley Scholarship Program. You may if you wish, pick up a hard copy of the application at Rancher’s Market located at 9001 Elizabeth Lake Road, at the corner of Elizabeth Lake and 90th Street West.
The scholarship program created and maintained by Leona Valley Sertoma has and continues to be, made possible through the generosity of those who support our fundraising events. Their selflessness and kindness are beyond measure and words fall short in expressing how grateful we are to have met them. Thank you to all who have generously gave of their time and efforts to support Leona Valley Sertoma and making this years scholarship programs possible.
We challenge you to learn more about us by visiting our home page at LeonaValleySertoma.org or, join us for a no obligation meeting. We meet at 8:00 am on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month at Jack’s Place, located at the corner of Elizabeth Lake Road and 90th Street West. You are welcome to participate or quietly listen. Either way, you and your ideas are welcome.
Sertoma membership is open to those interested in making a difference and improving the quality of life for their community. As a member of Leona Valley Sertoma you would be joining with like-minded people in developing and carrying out a variety of programs and events that truly make a difference. In fact, it is upon the efforts of individuals like you who made the scholarship programs idea into a reality. Come join and help us service mankind by moving the world forward one little corner at a time.
Hi, I’m April Rock and this is my daughter Luna. We are honored to be part of the Sertoma mission! You are invited to contact me so I may tell you why Sertoma Rocks!
I always considered myself a city girl until my amazing 9-year-old daughter and I moved to Leona Valley. What an incredible town! Even when living a fast-paced corporate city life, Luna and I always made certain to stay involved. Connecting in every community we are part of provides us with a deeper understanding for that community. For this reason, it was only natural to get plugged into Leona Valley and Sertoma, just made sense.
Previously, I have volunteered as a Girl Scout troop leader for two years. I have even filled a lead role for the nonprofit NextUp, planning community events for a network of executive women in San Francisco. I have played in a kickball league and, a roller derby league. In fact, before relocating I was elected the PTA Vice President of Luna’s school.
My number one focus is to be a mom. And since moving to Leona Valley, I have dug deeper into my creativity and am currently building a steel fabrication and stained-glass design business. Additionally, I just started my own YouTube Channel called “Sunday Sips & Salads” where I pair wine and create a nice, delicious salad. Tune in to check it out, I’d love to hear what you think!
Even though most everything in my life has changed within the last year, I continue to follow my passion and support the community. As an active member of the Leona Valley Sertoma chapter, I have met the kindest men and women working together to achieve a common goal. I am absolutely thrilled to have been trusted by them to manage a variety of responsibilities. Among a favorite is being empowered to communicate the heart-felt need to be part of something bigger than myself. I am here, where I am supposed to be, helping out this amazing community.
Trading in my heels and business suits for Carhart and Cowboy boots, public transit for dirt roads and city lights for stars has been the best decision we have ever made. Sometimes when life hands you lemons you make the sweetest and best tasting lemonade you’ve ever had. It’s nice to be home. 😊
The St. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser 2022 says good-bye to the Covid Pandemic. It has been two and a half years since Leona Valley Sertoma has hosted their annual Saint Patrick’s Day feast. This dinner has always featured the traditional corned beef, cabbage, carrots and potatoes.
Thanks to the sponsorship of Jack’s Place, and a full house of our extremely generous and loyal patrons, the St. Patrick’s Day Fundraiser 2022 raised ample funds for this year’s scholarship program. This program serves college bound students of the surrounding Lakes and Valley communities and including the Antelope Valley College. Leona Valley Sertoma has given out almost $50,000.00, in scholarships since 1999.
