Pearland volunteers gathered early on the morning of November 30, 2024, at Town Center to set up a booth promoting the Light and Salt Association (LSA)’s free healthcare and benefits application services, as well as fundraising for the City’s second inclusive park. Volunteers skillfully crafted balloon animals to draw attention, distributed LSA flyers, and sold […]

Since May 2023, AYLUS Pearland has been supporting LSA to build a database to track their events participations and monitor their class progression. The database was successfully built by the end of summer in 2003 and implemented into their daily management. In the month of October and November, AYLUS volunteers Katherine Wu continued to tune […]

AYLUS Pearland has been a partner of Project Rise and Shine (PRS) since 2020 and has received an annual grant from the Hogg Foundation to promote the mental health of minority youth. As part of the grant requirements, AYLUS Pearland submits expense reports, maintains a list of programs with statistical data, and reports to PRS […]

The Pearland Branch organized a vibrant Community Fall Party during Thanksgiving break on November 26, 2024, at Tom Bass Regional Park. Volunteers worked together to prepare food, plan games, and set up the event, creating a welcoming atmosphere for families and friends to enjoy the crisp fall weather. Guests delighted in a variety of offerings, […]

On the early morning of November 23, 2024, Pearland volunteers gathered at LA Fitness to assist with setting up the Farmers’ Market in exchange for a free fundraising booth. Volunteers contributed by helping at the market’s welcome desk and managing their own booth, where they offered sticker sheets and face painting services. All proceeds from […]

On the evening of November 23, AYLUS volunteers hosted their fall semester tennis class. They organized the students into two groups based on skill level and kicked off the session with an energetic warm-up to boost enthusiasm. Throughout the class, participants practiced drills to refine their forehand and backhand techniques, while also beginning to learn […]

On the afternoon of November 23, 2024, Pearland volunteers and individuals with special needs came together to deliver a heartwarming performance at a senior center in Southwest Houston. This event fosters inclusive engagement through shared talents and creativity. Event Highlights: Special Needs Performers Shine: The program opened with inspiring performances by SMILE students, who showcased their […]

On November 23, 2024, volunteers from Pearland led a vibrant session of Bucket Drumming for All at GiGi’s Playhouse Houston, a Down Syndrome Achievement Center. This initiative emphasizes inclusivity through creative and engaging activities. Event Highlights: Activity: Participants and volunteers came together to explore rhythm, teamwork, and creativity through bucket drumming. Each lesson was designed to build coordination, […]

On the morning of November 23, 2024, Pearland volunteers joined individuals with special needs at the inaugural SMILE Wonder Kids event in Katy. This program builds on the success of the SMILE Inclusive Play & Learn series and was developed collaboratively by LSA and Hummingbird Community Outreach. SMILE Wonder Kids is a semi-structured program led […]

Pearland volunteers participated in a workshop to design the curriculum for SMILE Wonder Kids, a new monthly inclusive program for individuals with special needs. This program builds upon the success of the previous SMILE Inclusive Play & Learn, incorporating more structured training within a fun, play-based environment. The session, led by Sharon Cheng, Director of LSA’s Special […]

On November 16, 2024, Pearland volunteers delighted visitors at the Old Pearland Farmers’ Market with a vibrant Dragon Dance performance. The volunteers gathered at the market early in the morning to assemble the dragon and prepare for the show. Their performance began in the open space outside the market pavilion, where the lively dance captivated […]

Pearland volunteers supported Dawson Dash Charity Run on 11/16, 2024 to raise funds for Dawson High School PTA. This is the third consecutive year that the Pearland branch supports this event. In the early morning, volunteers delivered water to the finish line and set up a booth in the gym to give away sticker sheets […]

On November 2nd, 2024, AYLUS volunteers met up to decide face paint designs for an upcoming event. The meeting was both productive and creative, as each volunteer brought unique ideas to the table. They discussed various themes and practiced different designs, ranging from animals and superheroes to popular cartoon characters. During the session, the volunteers […]

On November 9th, 2024, from 5:00 to 6:30 pm. four AYLUS volunteers attended a child’s birthday party as face painters. They set up a vibrant face painting station, offering a wide range of designs that delighted the kids. From detailed flowers to popular cartoon characters, the volunteers’ artistic skills brought smiles to many faces. The […]

In the morning of November 9th, from 11-12, two AYLUS volunteers attended a child’s birthday party to bring joy and fun to the event as well as raise money towards building a second inclusive park. They set up a face painting station, offering various designs like butterflies and superheroes, which delighted the kids. The volunteers […]

 On November 9, 2024, six AYLUS Pearland members volunteered at Ed White Elementary School’s Saturday tutoring program, dedicating their time to assist students in subjects like reading and math. Working closely with teachers, the volunteers provided personalized support to help enhance the students’ learning experience. AYLUS Pearland also donated $1,000 to the tutoring program, raised […]

On Nov 9th 2024, Pearland volunteers organized the 18th My PlayClub at Ed Thompson Inclusive Park, creating a memorable evening filled with adaptive games, bucket drumming, face painting, and Thanksgiving-themed crafts. The event provided a warm, inclusive space where children could express their creativity, enjoy adaptive activities, and make new friends. Approximately 40 children participated […]

On 11/8/2024 Friday night, AYLUS Pearland volunteer Edwin Gao completed three different backgrounds for the LSA game sets for the Special Needs.They consisted of a desert mirage, underwater seascape, and an alpine field. The backgrounds were created on Canvas and will be printed out. Volunteer hours: 1.5 hours:  Edwin Gao, 0.5 hour: Ethan Gao

AYLUS Pearland Branch proudly partnered with Pearland Market Days in a spirited event that underscored the values of community connection and support. Volunteers from AYLUS Pearland engaged in various activities, from greeting attendees to sharing joyful experiences with children, all in the vibrant atmosphere created by this valued local collaboration. AYLUS Pearland received a complimentary […]

On November 3, 2024, AYLUS Pearland took significant steps to enhance the 2025 Lunar New Year Celebration planning by organizing the contact information of previous and potential sponsors and vendors into their mailing system. This effort involved compiling a comprehensive list of contacts( company name, contact person’s name, position, phone number and email), ensuring that […]