Assistance League of Long Beach Announces
Second Annual Car Show Free Community Event Made Possible by
Generous Sponsors, Donors, and Volunteers

Long Beach, CA — Assistance League^®
of Long Beach (ALLB) is proud to announce the return of its community Car Show
& Fair, now in its second year. The event is scheduled for Saturday, May 2,
2026 at 6220 E. Spring Street in Long Beach. Building on the success of its
inaugural event, the Car Show & Fair will once again be free and open to
the public, celebrating community spirit while raising vital support for ALLB’s
eleven philanthropic programs serving Long Beach residents.

The family-friendly event will feature an impressive display
of more than 40 classic, custom, and specialty vehicles, along with boutique
vendors, food, beer, games, and live music. Designed to attract car
enthusiasts, families, and community members alike, the event offers something
for everyone while highlighting the power of local partnership and
volunteerism.

“This car show is more than just a community event, it’s a
celebration of what we can accomplish when people come together for a shared
purpose,” said Christina Mansour, President of Assistance League of Long Beach.
“We are incredibly thankful to our sponsors, donors, community partners, and
volunteers whose generosity and dedication make it all possible. Because of
them, we can create a memorable event while continuing to provide vital support
for the children and families we serve.”

ALLB extends sincere thanks to its event sponsors and
underwriters, whose financial support covers event operations and logistics,
allowing proceeds generated through the event to directly benefit ALLB’s
philanthropic work. These programs address critical needs in the community,
including support for underserved youth, families, and individuals striving for
greater stability and opportunity.

The Car Show also provides a platform for local businesses
and artisans through its curated boutique vendor area, further strengthening the
collaborative approach to serving the community’s most vulnerable. Additional
event details, including participating sponsors, vendors, and featured
vehicles, will be announced in the coming months and featured on the event web
page: https://www.assistanceleague.org/long-beach/car-show-26/

For car entry, participation, sponsorship opportunities,
vendor information, or to learn more about Assistance League of Long Beach and
its programs, visit http://www.allb.org or
follow ALLB on social media.

About Assistance League of Long Beach
Assistance League of Long Beach is a volunteer-driven nonprofit
organization dedicated to improving lives and strengthening the Long Beach
community through a wide range of philanthropic programs. Serving the community
since the 1940s, ALLB addresses critical needs with compassion, innovation, and
a deep commitment to service. ALLB’s current programs include:

·        
Operation
School Bell^® (est. 1974): Provides new school uniforms,
backpacks, school supplies, hygiene items, and books to approximately 14,048
low-income elementary and middle school students in Long Beach Unified School
District.

·        
Orthodontic
Program (est. 1969):
Serves approximately 1,067 children from low- and moderate-income families by
providing access to affordable orthodontic care that improves oral health,
speech, facial development, and self-esteem.

·        
Assault
Survivor Kits^® (est. 1995): Recently provided “wear-home” clothing
kits to local hospitals and 578 hygiene and support kits for survivors of
sexual and domestic violence and families experiencing housing insecurity.

·        
CAMEO
Mentoring Program (est. 1986):
Offers one-on-one mentoring for 32 LBUSD high school students and Long Beach
City College re-entry career women.

·        
ALa
Carte (est. 1970):
Brings creative arts, entertainment, and volunteer support to approximately
2,237 pediatric patients and their families annually at Miller Children’s &
Women’s Hospital.

·        
Assisteens^® (est. 1959): Engages approximately 83 teens in
community service projects, including food drives, shelter support, and meal
preparation at Ronald McDonald House, fostering early civic responsibility.

·        
Scholarship
Program (est. 1961):
Awards scholarships to more than 30 students annually at California State
University Long Beach and Long Beach City College.

·        
Vocational
Training Program (est. 2013):
Provides job training for 53 students from the CSULB Adult Transition Program,
promoting independence through real-world work experience.

·        
Launching
Literacy (est. 2018):
Supports early literacy by assisting 37 kindergarten students annually and
distributing more than 880 books at a community literacy event.

·        
Kids
on the Block (est. 1977):
Educates approximately 1960 students through puppet-based programming focused
on bullying prevention, violence alternatives, and school safety.

·        
Howard
and Asian Art Collection (est. 1948): Welcomes 472 seventh-grade students annually to experience
a museum-quality collection aligned with World History curriculum standards.