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Auxiliary

CHC Auxiliary is an organized volunteer division of Children's Health Council whose role is to support the agency and its mission to help children, teens and families find the best ways to learn, develop and thrive. In cooperation with the Board of Directors, the Auxiliary conducts various fundraising projects and assists with activities of the agency by providing volunteers.

Join CHC Auxiliary today and get involved with an organization that is active in the community and stays true to its mission.

Membership Form

For more information about the Auxiliary, please call 650. 617.3816.


Special Projects of CHC Auxiliary


The Bargain Box
341 California Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94306 (650) 326-0458
A resale shop benefiting Children's Health Council, the Bargain Box was established in 1956 and is operated by Auxiliary volunteers. All proceeds from the sale of donated merchandize directly benefit the programs and services of CHC.

Donations of gently used items are gladly accepted. Here is our Wish List.

Hours:
10 am - 5 pm, Monday-Friday
12 pm - 5 pm, Saturday


Domino Tournament
The annual Domino Tournament, sanctioned by the International Domino Association, brings together avid players from throughout California. Volunteers are needed to chair and staff the event

Find a partner and join the fun! The 48th Annual Masters' Domino Tournament is Saturday, March 6th, 2010 at the Menlo Circus Club in Atherton.

You still have time to send in your registration for a day of tournament play sanctioned by the International Domino Association.

There are prizes for everyone!

Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. $140 for advanced players and $70 for novices. Play starts promptly at 9:30 a.m. Continental breakfast and buffet lunch are included.

This event is put on by Children's Health Council Auxiliary and benefits programs and services for children and families.

For information, call Nancy Schumacher at 650.617.3816.

Click here for more event information and the registration form.


A NEW EVENT!: Attic Treasures Sale May 22 and 23
A benefit for Children's Health Council, the first annual Attic Treasures Sale will include treasures from CHC donors, area vendors, and antique dealers.

Saturday, May 22 and Sunday, May 23
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
650 Clark Way, Palo Alto
Admission: $5 per adult
FREE PARKING

To donate or for further details, please call 650.948.2002 or 650.324.2330.


Birthday Club
The Birthday Club is an ongoing fundraising project of the CHC Auxiliary. With a suggested minimum donation, loved ones are enrolled in the Birthday Club and receive a special birthday or anniversary greeting created exclusively for the Children's Health Council. All contributions go towards CHC services for children and families. To sign up, please complete the Birthday Club Enrollment form.


Leadership Opportunities
Auxiliary members have the opportunity to be elected or appointed to the Auxiliary Board, which meets monthly.


Lunch Bunch
The Lunch Bunch meets monthly for informal social gatherings at popular local restaurants. Meetings are open to all members and their friends.


Children's Health Council's First 50 Years
Purchase our 50th anniversary yearbook.

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Auxiliary Leadership
2009-2010

Executive Board
Kathy Amerson, President
Lori Castellucci
Diane Bottoms
Connie Linton
Joanna Martin
Carol Berg
Linda Clark
Carol Phy
Nancy Schumacher
        

Committee Chairs
Lori Tuttle                       
Charo Switalski 
Josephine Newkirk          
Mary Ann Perotti             
Grace H. Vitale                 
Jean Horn                      
Mollyanne Sherman         
Geri Nichols         
Linda Clark                     
Diane Shattuck               
Lucy Leonard                
Charlene Chanteloup