Foothill Chapter. Prospective New Member Packet

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1 Prospective New Member Packet

2 National Charity League Dear Prospective NCL Member, We appreciate your interest in the of National Charity League, Inc. You probably have a lot of questions about our organization and our involvement in the community. This packet has been prepared to answer your questions and help you understand what membership in National Charity League entails. The pages marked Return to Sponsor should be completed and given back to your sponsor for membership submission and consideration. National Charity League, Inc. (NCL) is a unique organization of mothers and daughters. Our purpose is to provide mother-daughter philanthropic support to those in need in our community. We also provide educational and cultural opportunities for our daughters, which we hope will enhance their development into compassionate and community-involved young women. A sixyear plan has been developed that provides a wide variety of activities for our daughters. The following pages will explain more fully the activities in which our Chapter engages and the responsibilities of membership. It is important that you understand that there are financial, service hour, and attendance obligations of membership. While there are obligations, you will also see that there are many benefits, as well. We are a very involved and committed organization, which focuses on fostering the mother-daughter relationship. Please be aware that we do have class size limitations. Submission of the Membership Forms in no way implies membership acceptance. It is important that you recognize and consider the time involved in belonging to such an organization. Please read the enclosed information carefully and consider the requirements for you and your daughter. Your Sponsor and Co-Sponsor will be glad to answer any questions you might have regarding National Charity League, Inc. Sincerely, Monica Moreira and Lori Solorzano Vice Presidents, Membership Michelle Stark President

3 The Legacy of National Charity League, Inc. In 1925, a small group of women in Los Angeles, interested in philanthropic work, met together calling themselves The Charity League. They worked quietly, doing Red Cross work, making layettes and assembling and delivering food baskets to the needy at holiday time. A few daughters met with their mothers to help; one of these daughters was the future Mrs. Paul William Lawrence, considered the founder of National Charity League. By 1938, daughters of The Charity League decided to form their own group and named themselves Ticktockers. Organized under the guidance of Mrs. Bruce Anderson and Mrs. Lawrence, this was the first youth group of Charity League. September 10, 1947 is the date of the incorporation of National Charity League and it is the original mother-daughter charity. National Charity League, Inc. is currently comprised of 192 local Chapters in 22 states with more than 50,000 total members who, in the fiscal year, volunteered a cumulative total of 1,056,721 hands-on hours directly with not-for-profit philanthropic organizations in their communities. Since its inception, the standards and policies of NCL have been to strengthen the mother-daughter relationship through philanthropic work. Our organization is the only mother-daughter volunteer force of its kind serving local communities together. We are indeed very proud of our legacy and grateful to that small group of women in Los Angeles in The Purpose and Mission of National Charity League National Charity League is a mother-daughter organization. The mothers are called Patronesses and the daughters are called Ticktockers. The purpose of National Charity League is to provide opportunities for mothers and daughters to become involved in community service and also to enjoy their mother-daughter relationships in educational and cultural activities. Our mission is: 1. Community Service: To learn what needs exist in the community and to assist with these needs whenever possible. 2. Education: To provide leadership opportunities and activities which enhance social confidence. These include attending and conducting meetings properly and attending and planning educational events. 3. Cultural Growth: To broaden ourselves culturally by attending and experiencing a variety of cultural events annually over a six year period. The goals of National Charity League are carried out through mother-daughter involvement in community, philanthropic, educational and cultural activities. The Ticktocker experience strives to provide opportunities for each girl to know the joy of helping others, to learn tolerance and kindness and to make friends while sharing and participating in these activities.

4 The Ticktocker Program The purpose of the Ticktocker Program is to encourage charitable experiences and to cultivate the motherdaughter relationship in philanthropic, cultural and educational endeavors. This is a six-year program designed to offer five areas of growth and development for young ladies in grades seven through twelve. Highlights of the five areas are as follows: Caring and Sharing through our Philanthropies Being aware that there are others less fortunate Accepting disabilities in others Learning we each have something to give and our inherent responsibilities towards those less able Officer and Membership Training A basic understanding of parliamentary procedures How to lead and participate in business meetings Developing leadership and public speaking skills Handling the duties of each office held Accepting the responsibility of completing tasks Etiquette and Social Graces Planning and executing formal teas and luncheons Good manners and etiquette workshops Thank you notes, formal invitations and responses The art of conversation Tasteful and appropriate dress Poise and self-esteem (Modelette Program) Education and Fun Beach and/or swim parties Fun Philanthropic Workshops where yearly sewing commitments can be completed Father Daughter Events sporting events, fishing, Speed Zone, etc. Mother Daughter Cultural Events the theater, museums, etc. Job Training through Philanthropies Learning to work with people in diverse circumstances Experiences that may be used on a job application We work very hard at our Ticktocker Program and are proud of the young ladies who have completed the program. National Charity League provides an opportunity to enrich our daughters lives and cultivate many facets of experience.

5 National Charity League Characteristics of a Good NCL Member She is a team player and will accept the decision of the majority. She is willing to accept either a minor role or a major role, depending on the needs of the Chapter. She understands the importance of all four areas of NCL philanthropic, educational, leadership and cultural -- and will make all activities that involve her and her daughter(s) a priority. She understands and is willing to commit the time to fulfill the specific attendance, philanthropic, and committee obligations of her NCL chapter. She understands the importance of a positive attitude and constructive problem solving in all NCL matters. She is focused on the philosophical ideals of NCL, rather than any associated prestige or social status. She fully understands and is willing to accept the financial obligations associated with NCL membership. She will make an extra effort to become acquainted with all chapter members.

6 National Charity League Patroness Guidelines Summary Attendance: Full attendance is required at five (5) Regular Chapter meetings each year Attendance is also required at: the annual mother/daughter grade level planning meetings, annual Fund-raisers, Mother/Daughter Holiday Tea, Senior Presentation/Grade Level Recognition night, Grade Level Mother/Daughter cultural event, and may include other social functions of the Chapter. Two excused absences from the above are permitted. Any time there is an absence a note must be written or a call made to the Membership Vice President. For each absence above the two excused absences additional hours of on-site philanthropy hours will be assessed and must be completed within thirty (30) days of notice. These assessed hours must be completed after the infraction. All Provisional members are required to participate in a Fund-raiser or other event determined by the Board of Directors. Hours Requirement: All Provisional members shall earn a minimum of twenty-five (25) hours during their provisional year, five (5) of which must be on-site service hours; another fifteen (15) hours may be on-site/service or off-site/donated hours; and the remaining five (5) hours will be league hours. Minimum hours must be completed and logged in to the Chapter website by January 31. Additional hours may be completed and logged in to the NCL website by March 31. Patroness Involvement: All members are expected to contribute their share in terms of driving, chaperoning and hostessing at our daughter's grade level Ticktocker meetings. Members must participate on some committee, and at some time must make at least one major commitment in terms of heading a committee or serving on the Board.

7 Financial Obligations MANDATORY COSTS To remain in good standing and to avoid any late fees, you are responsible for the following annual costs: Dues payable in April Mandatory Events o Patroness Meeting Costs (5 meetings per year) o Mother Daughter Cultural Event (selected by grade level) o Mother Daughter Meeting (May) Poinsettia Drive - minimum plant purchase (may be sold to friends and family) Presentation minimum purchase of tickets for you and your Ticktocker/s Mandatory Doll/Truck/Ball Purchase you and your Ticktocker/s in November ADDITIONAL COSTS Voluntary philanthropy contributions (collected at Patroness Meetings) Holiday Tea contributions (based upon Ticktocker Grade level) Ticktocker Day event cost Voluntary participation in Raffle / fundraisers (proceeds go to scholarship fund) PRESENTATION Mandatory event for all grade levels. Tickets must be purchased, regardless if you are attending. Non-senior Ticktockers wear formal long dresses (used dresses can be purchased at our ScholarShop event for $25) Senior Year Presentation expenses: Purchase of one table per family 16x20 Portrait on canvas White formal long dress Tuxedo for Dad and Escorts Video recording fee Gloves (girls vote on length) Tiara (girls vote for their year if this will be mandatory) Optional Presentation Costs: Hair and makeup Hotel room Additional tables Table favors Additional photographs

8 National Charity League Ticktocker Guidelines Summary Attendance: Attendance is required at all monthly meetings and required events each year beginning in May and ending in April. These include the following: Grade Level Planning Meeting Regular monthly meetings of the grade level Any Chapter Mother/Daughter meetings The Mother/Daughter Holiday Tea Senior Presentation/Grade Level Recognition Father Daughter Event, Ticktocker Day, and/or other Chapter sponsored events (may be required) Attendance is required at all monthly meetings and required events. However, if a Ticktocker must miss a meeting or event, she shall give notice in writing, by or by telephone to her Grade Level Advisor prior to the meeting. Two excused absences are permitted. For each absence above the two excused absences 2 additional hours of onsite philanthropy hours will be assessed and must be completed within thirty (30) days of notice. These assessed hours must be completed after the infraction. Hours Requirement: Grade Level Minimum Onsite Minimum Donated League Hours Total Service Hour Requirement

9 Return to Sponsor National Charity League PROSPECTIVE MEMBER APPLICATION FORM Directions for the Prospective Member Please complete Membership Forms #1, #2 and #3 as thoroughly as possible and submit to your Sponsor or Co-Sponsor. Prospective Member Name: Husband's Name (in full) Address: City: Zip Code Telephone (Home): Telephone (Work): Length of time in this community: Have you or your daughter ever been a member (Patroness, Junior, Ticktocker, or Sustainer) of any other National Charity League, Inc. Chapter(s)? Are you currently employed? Full or Part Time? Flexible Hours? Yes No Yes No Yes No If "Yes" please explain: Your Education: Your Career/Work Experience:

10 Please list your present community activities: Return to Sponsor Organization Position(s) held Commitment during the coming years Please list your past community activities: Organization Position(s) held Please list your interests and abilities: List your reasons for wanting to be a member of NCL: Are you willing to accept volunteer positions within the organization? Do you understand that the regular Chapter meetings are typically held on a Thursday evening and run for approximately 2 hours, and that the attendance year runs from May to April annually? Do you understand that there is sewing involved every year for your daughter? Have you ever been convicted on a felony? Yes No If Yes, Please Explain Has your Sponsor and/or Co-Sponsor done a thorough job of explaining NCL to you? Yes No Name of Sponsor: Name of Co-Sponsor:

11 Return to Sponsor National Charity League PROSPECTIVE TICKTOCKER INFORMATION FORM Daughter's name: Last First Middle Nickname Daughter s address: Birthdate: Current T-shirt Size Daughter s Cell Phone: Daughter s Mother s Name Father s Name First Last First Last Mother s Address Father s Address same same Mother s Phone # Father s Phone # School now attending: Grade School to attend in the fall: Grade Activities, interests and volunteer experience: Please list friends in NCL: Please list other daughter(s) in the family: Name: Grade: Age: Name: Grade: Age:

12 Return to Sponsor National Charity League PROSPECTIVE MEMBER AGREEMENT I understand that I am being proposed for membership in National Charity League, Inc.,. I have been informed of all obligations; I am willing to fulfill these obligations, and wish to be considered for membership. I understand and agree that the information in my Membership Application Form will be reviewed and verified by the Membership Committee of the National Charity League, Inc.,, and that my name may be presented to the General Membership of said Chapter. I further understand that membership is not guaranteed, that there are class size limitations, and that the decision of the Board of Directors is final. Signature of Prospective Member Date Please submit your application to your Sponsor or Co-Sponsor.

13 Return to Sponsor National Charity League PHOTO CONSENT FORM I, the undersigned, do hereby grant to National Charity League, Inc. and the FOOTHILL Chapter, the right to use photographs of myself and/or my daughter(s) which are in Association with National Charity League in all its media and/or promotional materials. I understand that these images may appear on the chapter or national NCL website, the National newsletter, and in local or national news publications or televised news programs. I, the undersigned, understand that release and consent given herein, is made without compensation and no compensation is required or anticipated. I hereby release National Charity League, Inc. and the FOOTHILL Chapter from any and all liability, claims or causes or action arising from the use of these photographs. Ticktocker Name: Class of Ticktocker Name: Class of Ticktocker Name: Class of Patroness Name: Patroness/Parent or Guardian s Signature: Date: Please turn in completed form with your completed membership application. This form is valid for six (6) years from the date you sign it and will automatically expire after that date.

14 Return to Sponsor National Charity League MEMBERSHIP COVENANT We, the undersigned, by our signatures, agree to follow the policies and bylaws of National Charity League, Inc. and the. Furthermore, we understand that during our tenure as members of National Charity League, Inc., that we will agree to fulfill the required obligations of members in good standing (financial obligations, attendance obligations, as well as philanthropy and league hours), and will agree to serve on the Board of Directors and/or committees. Signature, Patroness Date Signature, Ticktocker Date Signature, Ticktocker Date

15 Return to Sponsor NATIONAL CHARITY LEAGUE, INC. FOOTHILL CHAPTER. P.O. BOX 1027 UPLAND, CA FOR: Name: Street: City/St/Zip:: Amount Qty. Total Dues: Provisional Patroness Dues $ $ Provisional Ticktocker Dues $ $40.00 Entrance Fees: Provisional Patroness $ $35.00 Provisional Ticktocker $ $35.00 Other Fees: Patroness League Operations Fee Ticktocker League Operations Fee Ticktocker - Grade Level Operations $ $30.00 Ticktocker Assessment for Presentation $ $ SUB-TOTAL $ Additional Daughter(s): indicate quantity and total $ TOTAL Provisional Membership Dues are payable with application. Dues will be refunded if membership is not offered or accepted by April 1 st. Please make checks payable to NCL, Provisional Dues must be paid at the time of application. All fees for events must be paid before the event or a late fee will be assessed $25.00 late fee if dues are paid after April 1. $10.00 late fee for all other events Additional costs may be incurred such as Presentation, meeting costs, cultural events, fundraisers and philanthropy donations. These costs vary by grade level. Please ask your sponsor for more details.