If you live in Jefferson Twp (any part!) and are 18+, (any age 18+!) we welcome you to join our efforts in serving our community. We are a Community Service Organization that gives members the opportunity to meet new people, socialize and form lasting friendships while working together to achieve a common goal. Our National Junior Director with her Executive Board selects national projects from wh
ich two are chosen by Junior Clubs throughout the country as the charities they would like to support for a two year period. On the State level, all projects are voted upon by the Junior Clubs in New Jersey every other year. Past State Projects have been to support Child Abuse Prevention, Spina Bifida, Lyme's Disease, Alzheimer's Association, and Seeing Eye Dogs. Locally, Juniors can choose any charity or organization in which to disburse their funds. Within our own area, we disburse where there is a need for local assistance and to individuals in the form of scholarships. The recipients may change from year to year. What We Are:
A volunteer community service organization, affiliated with the world's oldest and largest non-denomination non-partisan, international women's volunteer organization; The General Federation of Women's Clubs headquartered in Washington D.C. The New Jersey State Federation of Women's Clubs of GFWC - Junior Membership is a statewide organization providing education, training and interaction opportunities for volunteers who are committed to individual growth and community involvement, enriching the quality of life throughout New Jersey and the world. Our Purpose
To promote friendships among young persons, to advance the education and social welfare of the community and to carry on the worthwhile work of The General Federation of Women's Clubs and GFWC New Jersey. In addition to our projects and fundraisers we also find time throughout the year to organize a few social events with our husbands and children as well as provided a source for playgroups and other children's activities.
