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JACK AND JILL OF AMERICA, INC.
THE NORTH JERSEY CHAPTER
CHAPTER ESTABLISHED: MAY 27, 1949
PROGRAM HANDBOOK
2012-2013
THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS PROPRIETARY AND CONFIDENTIAL AND IS INTENDED SOLELY FOR USE BY MEMBERS OF THE NORTH JERSEY CHAPTER OF JACK AND JILL OF AMERICA, INC. FOR THE PURPOSES OF ADVANCING CHAPTER OPERATIONS. USE FOR ANY OTHER PURPOSE OR BY
ANY OTHER PERSON IS STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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PAGE
National Information
National Profile 3
National Hymn & Prayer 4
National History 5
National Governing Documents Overview 8
National Organizational Chart 9
National Executive Board/Headquarters 10
Pertinent Facts and Dates 11
Jack and Jill Foundation 14
Regional Information
Regional History 16
Eastern Region Officers 17
Eastern Region Dates to Remember 18
Chapter Information
North Jersey Calendar 19
North Jersey Geographic Area 20
North Jersey History 21
Presidents of North Jersey 22
Distinguished Mothers of North Jersey 23
North Jersey Officers 24
North Jersey Teen Executive Board 25
Chapter Roster 26
Group Rosters and Activity Schedules 35
Committees 47
Budget 50
Hospitality Schedule 51
North Jersey Observance of National Recognition Days 52
Appendices:
A Code of Ethics
B Chapter Bylaws
C National Constitution and Bylaws
JACK AND JILL OF AMERICA NATIONAL PROFILE
The OBJECTIVES of this non-profit organization are:
•To create a medium of contact for children which will stimulate growth and development
•To provide for children a constructive educational, cultural, civic, recreational and social program
The AIMS of the organization are:
•To aid mothers in learning more about their children by careful study
•To seek for all children the same advantages which we desire for our own
•To support all national legislation aimed at bettering the conditions of all children
JACK AND JILL MOTTO“Let’s work, let’s play, let’s live
together.”
JACK AND JILL PLEDGETo support the aims of the National
Organization
JACK AND JILL EMBLEM
JACK AND JILL COLORS
Pink & Blue
JACK AND JILL FLOWERPink Sweetheart Rosebud
2012 – 2014 NATIONAL THEME“Power & Potential Parents Empowering Youth
2012 – 2014 NATIONAL PROGRAM THRUST
Leadership Development Cultural Heritage Community Service
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JACK & JILL NATIONAL HYMNWords and Music by Samuel J. Brown III
Let’s work, let’s play, let’s live together Is our Jack and Jill Motto forever.
We’re one big family of love,With blessings from God up above.
Gain our children’s trust, make them leaders we must, To believe in themselves, to achieve and excel.
Let’s work, let’s play, let’s live togetherIs our Jack and Jill motto forever.
In our hearts we pray, that ev’ry day,Our motto’s fulfilled; long live Jack and Jill.
JACK AND JILL PRAYER
Our Father, make us better parents. Teach us to understand our children, to listen patiently to what they have to say, and to answer all their questions kindly. Keep us from interrupting them, talking back to them, and contradicting them. Make us as courteous to them as we would have them be to us. Give us the courage to confess our sins against our children and to ask them forgiveness when we know that we have done them wrong.
May we not vainly hurt the feelings of our children. Forbid that we should laugh at their mistakes to resort to shame and ridicule as punishment. Let us not tempt our children to lie and steal. So guide us hour by hour that we may demonstrate by all we say and do, that honesty produces happiness.
Reduce, we pray, the meanness in us. May we cease to nag, and when we are out of sorts, help us, O Lord, to hold our tongues. Blind us to the little errors of our children and help us to see the good things that they do. Give us a ready word for honest praise. Help us to grow up with our children to treat them as those of their own age; but let us not expect of them the judgments and convictions of adults. Allow us not to rob them of the opportunities to wait upon themselves, to think, to choose, and to make decisions.
Forbid that we should ever punish them for our selfish gain. May we grant them all their wishes that are reasonable and have the courage to withhold a privilege, which we know, will do them harm. Make us to be fair and just, so considerate companionable to our children that they will have a genuine esteem for us. Fit us to be loved and imitated by our children. With all thy gifts, Dear God, give us calm and poise and self-control.
Amen
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National HistoryJack & Jill of America, Inc. was founded January 24, 1938 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania from a meeting of 20 mothers by the leadership of Marion Stubbs Thomas with the idea of bringing together children in a social and cultural environment. In 1964, as more groups became active, bylaws were drawn up and incorporated under the laws of Delaware. The organization was a nonprofit family organization by mothers of children between the ages of 2 and 19 holding membership. Jack & Jill celebrated its 50th Golden Anniversary in January 1988. The organization continues on, dedicating its resources to improving the quality of life, particularly African-American children.
In the first issue of Up the Hill, National Founder Marion Stubbs Thomas reflected on Jack and Jill’s first ten years.
“…When the first little group of us organized in January 1938, in Philadelphia, we were seeking to stimulate a social and cultural relationship between our children. When I contacted the mothers and suggested a meeting to discuss plans for (the) new club, they were all enthusiastic and responded in a manner, which was heartwarming. Little did we dream at the time that this idea, which was so important and inspiring, would grow to such proportions. As new members were welcomed, and then new chapters formed, the aims and ideals of Jack and Jill were strengthened, always with our children as the focal point. To us as mothers, it has become a means of furthering an inherent and natural desire – the desire to bestow upon our children all the opportunities possible for a normal and graceful approach to beautiful adulthood. It is intensely satisfying to predict a nationwide group of mothers and children bound together by similar interests and ideals. As we grow in numbers and achievements, may we always keep before us the lofty principles upon which Jack and Jill of America was founded.”
After that rainy Friday night meeting in Philadelphia on January 24, 1938, the idea of those 20 mothers to bring together children in a social and cultural relationship spread first to New York City then to Washington, D.C. Thus, Jack and Jill became an inter-city association. Between 1944 and 1946, the group expanded to ten. On June 1, 1946, representatives of eight of the ten groups met in Philadelphia to consider organizing into a national organization. The purpose and aims were set forth, committees established, and new officers were elected and installed.
At the Second National Convention in Columbus, Ohio in 1947, five new Chapters were granted membership. Up the Hill, the first official publication was published in May 1948. The Constitution and Bylaws were drawn up and set forth these objectives: to create a medium of contact for the children and to provide a constructive educational, recreational, and social program for the children and their parents. Jack and Jill of America was incorporated under the laws of the State of Delaware on August 28, 1947. At the Third National Convention in Washington, D.C. in 1948, the observance of Jack and Jill Day by all Chapters was instituted; the National Meeting was extended to two days; and all past presidents were made members of the Advisory Council.
At the Fourth National Convention in New York in 1949, a Regional Committee was formed to study the needs of the National organization and to submit a plan for future operation. In June 1951, the Philadelphia mothers and teenagers invited the teenagers of other chapters within driving distance to Philadelphia to attend the first Regional Teen
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Conference. The second meeting of teenagers in the eastern Chapters was held in New York in 1952. The Teenage Committee on Regional Boundaries for Annual Teenage Conferences agreed that the boundaries should include these seven areas: Central, Eastern, Mid-Atlantic, Midwestern, South Central, Southeastern, and Southwestern. These were to be subject to change as the teenage population increased and more Chapters were added. (Currently, the seven Regional designations are: Central, Eastern, Far West, Mid-Atlantic, Midwestern, South Central, and Southeastern.)
The First Mothers’ Regional Conferences were held in 1959. Regional meetings, in accordance with the Revised Plan of 1957, were “…to allow fuller, closer participation by Chapters in all geographical areas, thus making for a stronger program.” The Mothers’ Regional Conferences were to be held in June or July on alternate years with the National Conclave.
At the Fifteenth National Convention in Minneapolis in 1962, the Bylaws were amended to elect not more than one National Officer from a given Region. This was to permit equal representation of all Chapters on the Executive Committee, one from each of the seven Regions.
Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated was granted 501-C-4 tax exemption status by the Internal Revenue Service of the United States in 1964. The annual observance of Black Family day by all Chapters was instituted in 1986. For the celebration of the 50th Anniversary of Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated in 1988, Jack and Jill father Samuel J. Brown III (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Chapter) was commissioned to write the Jack and Jill Hymn.
The organization’s National Emblem was officially registered as its trademark in 1993. The emblem was designed by Jack and Jill father Edward S. Richards (Chattanooga, Tennessee Chapter).
Since establishing its first national service project, “The Research for Rheumatic Fever,” in 1947, Jack and Jill has contributed to an array of nonprofit organizations and causes including The Foundation for Infantile Paralysis, which was designated the official National Project form 1952 - 1957; the National Association of Mental Health; the NAACP Freedom Fund, Life Memberships, and Legal Defense; the Urban League; the United Negro College Fund, etc. At the 1956 National Convention in San Francisco, one of the recommendations of the National Service Project Committee that was adopted established a committee to study plans for a National Project that would be exclusively Jack and Jill and would have no affiliation with any other group, organization, or corporation. At the Seventeenth National Convention in 1966, the following resolution was passed:
“We resolve that within two years Jack and Jill establish a charitable foundation with the National Service Project assets, and that the Executive Committee be empowered to appoint the personnel of said foundation to delineate the scope and perform all the necessary acts to create the foundation.”
Jack and Jill of America Foundation became a reality and was incorporated in 1968 in Chicago, Illinois.
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Jack and Jill also has a long history of cooperative relationships with other organizations working to improve the quality of life for children, particularly Black children. Included among those organizations are the Children’s Defense Fund; the National Black Child Development Institute; A Better Chance; AFRICARE; the National Association of Black
Organizations (NABO); and the National Alliance for Nonviolent Programming. Additionally, a Disaster Fund allows the organization to respond to Jack and Jill victims of natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, etc. The organization established a trust fund of $25,000 for the Thompson Family sextuplets.
At the 28th National Convention in Memphis, Tennessee in 1990, the delegates voted to raise the necessary revenue to purchase a site for the National Headquarters Building in the Washington, D.C. area. Funding for the purchase was to accrue from a one-time
fee imposed on all existing members and on all new members upon entrance into the organization. A National Headquarters in Alexandria, Virginia was purchased in 1994 and later sold in 1998. The National Office is located in Washington, D.C.
Jack and Jill of America, Inc. has a membership base of over 10,000 families and approaches its 75th Anniversary. Jack and Jill is the oldest and largest African American family organization in the United States. Jack and Jill of America, Inc. is committed to ensuring that all children have the same opportunities in life.
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National Governing Documents OverviewGovernance is a system by which an organization directs and controls its functions and relates to its members. It is the way in which the organization: 1) manages and conducts business; 2) minimizes risk; 3) ensures continuity, transparency and equity; and 4) protects the membership.
The membership is the sole authority to amend, enact, and ratify all bylaws, rules, edicts, resolutions and policies, and is empowered to do so at the biennial national conventions of the organization.
The National Executive Board is comprised of elected officers of the organization that are empowered to: 1) implement and enforce the rules and policies of the organization; 2) provide accountability, oversight, transparency; 3) assess risk management; and 4) provide internal control framework.
Governance is vital to maximize overall member value. Governance is not only important for internal decision making, it is also important for shaping external perceptions. It insures that the organization operates in an orderly fashion, provides accountability, sustainability, liability and indemnification.
The governing documents of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. include (but not limited to):
Charter (Articles of Incorporation)
National Constitution and Bylaws (See Appendix A)
National Executive Board Resolutions
Policy and Procedures Manual (with appendices of manuals, handbooks, guidelines)
Chapter Bylaws
Robert’s Rules of Order
Governance documents may be found on the national website via the member private portal at www.jack-and-jill.org or from your regional and/or chapter officers.
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Organizational Chart
CHAPTERLEADERSHIP
REGIONAL EXECUTIVE TEAM
NATIONAL EXECUTIVE BOARD
Governance: Organization Charter, Constitution and By-lawsMember Code of Ethics, Policies and Procedures
NationalPresident
NO, RD, RT,
RS, MAL
Local Chapters
National Vice
President
NO, RD, RT,
RS, MAL
Local Chapters
National Program Director
NO, RD, RT,
RS, MAL
Local Chapters
National Recording Secretary
NO, RD, RT,
RS, MAL
Local Chapters
National Correspondi
ng Secretary
NO, RD, RT,
RS, MAL
Local Chapters
National Treasurer
NO, RD, RT,
RS, MAL
Local Chapters
National Editor
NO, RD, RT,
RS, MAL
Local Chapters
NO = National OfficerRD = Regional DirectorRT = Regional TreasurerRS = Regional SecretaryMAL = Foundation Member-At-Large
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2012-2014 National Executive BoardNational President
Tamara Turnley RobinsonSoutheastern Region
4455 Lower Roswell Road#683365
Marietta, GA 30068404-683-8837 (C)
National PresidentTamara Turnley Robinson
Southeastern Region4455 Lower Roswell Road
#683365Marietta, GA 30068404-683-8837 (C)
National PresidentTamara Turnley Robinson
Southeastern Region4455 Lower Roswell Road
#683365Marietta, GA 30068404-683-8837 (C)
National Vice PresidentTammy King
Eastern RegionP.O. Box 790
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417201-803-6456 (C)
National Vice PresidentTammy King
Eastern RegionP.O. Box 790
Franklin Lakes, NJ 07417201-803-6456 (C)
National Program DirectorGladys M. HendersonSouth Central Region2518 Briarglen DrivePearland, TX 77581713-598-3300 (C)
National Program DirectorGladys M. HendersonSouth Central Region2518 Briarglen DrivePearland, TX 77581713-598-3300 (C)
National Recording SecretaryAllison Copeland
Mid-Atlantic RegionP.O. Box 266
Suffolk, VA 23439757.478.6681
National Recording SecretaryAllison Copeland
Mid-Atlantic RegionP.O. Box 266
Suffolk, VA 23439757.478.6681
National Corresponding SecretaryKimberley Goode
Mid-Western RegionP.O. Box 240226
Milwaukee, WI 53224734-545-03979 (C)
National Corresponding SecretaryKimberley Goode
Mid-Western RegionP.O. Box 240226
Milwaukee, WI 53224734-545-03979 (C)
National TreasurerCrystal TurnerCentral Region
1930 17th Street NWWashington, DC 20009-6207
316-312-6605 (C)[email protected]
National TreasurerCrystal TurnerCentral Region
1930 17th Street NWWashington, DC 20009-6207
316-312-6605 (C)[email protected]
National EditorRegina Page
Far West Region2058 N. Mills Ave.
PMB 508Claremont, CA 91711
909-265-3348 (C)[email protected]
National EditorRegina Page
Far West Region2058 N. Mills Ave.
PMB 508Claremont, CA 91711
909-265-3348 (C)[email protected]
Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated1930 17th Street, NW
Washington, DC 20009Tel: 202.667.7010Fax: 202.667.6133
Executive DirectorDy Brown, Executive Director
Tranae JonesFinancial Associate and Office Manager
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PERTINENT FACTS & DATES1. Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated, was organized in 1938 in Philadelphia, PA by Marion
Stubbs Thomas. There are two (2) founders: Marion Stubbs Thomas and Louise Truitt Jackson.
2. Chapters have organizers and charter members upon installation as a chapter.3. The first National President was Dorothy B. Wright, one of the organizers of Jack and Jill of
America, Incorporated.4. There are seven (7) National Officers who represent the seven (7) Regions. They are
President, Vice-President, Program Director, Recording Secretary, Corresponding Secretary, Treasurer and Editor.
5. There are seven (7) Regions and Regional Directors. The Regions are: Central, Eastern, Far West, Mid-Atlantic, Mid-Western, South Central and Southeastern.There are national recognition days with mandatory activities that are observed annually:a. Jack and Jill Day during the month of September.b. National Black Family Day during the month of May.c. Carole Robertson Memorial Day during the month of September to honor a Jack and Jill
Teen that was killed in the Birmingham, Alabama church bombings. Memorial activities in honor of Carole Robertson can be for the entire chapter, but are strongly recommended for teen groups.
6. Jack and Jill Chapters must financially support the Jack and Jill of America Foundation, our National Service Project, by raising funds through chapter fundraisers or chapter contributions. A chapter is required to give one-third of all monies raised to Foundation and the remainder of all monies raised must be given to 501(c)(3) organization(s).
7. Each chapter must have a minimum of one local service project per age groups and mothers group.
8. The National Convention meets biennially (even numbered years) and alternates years with the Regional Conference, which meets in the odd number years.
9. The Teen Regional Conferences meet annually.10.The National Program Director publishes the Member Manual and SCOPE for Jack and
Jill of America, Incorporated and is emailed directly to each member. The SCOPE publication is posted on the Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated website.
11.The National Editor publishes Up the Hill, the annual journal of Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated and posts it on the Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated website.
12.The National Editor publishes the quarterly publication, ExecuCom, and emails it directly to each member. The ExecuCom publication is posted on the Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated website.
13.Only Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated children whose mother’s membership is Active may attend the Regional Children’s Clusters.
14.Teenagers who are not members of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. may attend upon invitation from the local teen sponsored chapter social activities. ONLY JACK AND JILL OF AMERICA, INCORPORATED TEENS WHOSE MOTHER’S MEMBERSHIP IS ACTIVE, MAY ATTEND THE TEEN REGIONAL CONFERENCES AND CLUSTERS.
15.A mother may become an Associate member of the organization when her youngest child reaches age twenty (20) or when the youngest child completes high school. Associate members must pay the National per capita tax, Regional per capita tax and
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whatever the local fees agreed upon with the Chapter. Upon completion of tenure, a member may also qualify for National Life membership as outlined in the National Constitution and Bylaws.
16.The official dress for Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated, ceremonies is uninterrupted white. This means that no other color of any kind may be on the garment or on the shoes. The official ceremonies of the organization are: new chapter chartering, installation of chapters’ officers, initiation of new members, formal opening ceremonies of conferences or any ceremony listed in the official Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated Manual under the section labeled ceremonies. The officiating officers shall wear white as well as the membership unless it is stated otherwise in the manual for the membership.
17.Only Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated, Mothers holding Active membership may attend Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated, ceremonies. Fathers may only attend the Fathers portion of the New Members Initiation Ceremony once the mothers have been initiated. Teens may only attend these ceremonies that are designated for the teen programming.
18.Ceremonies are conducted by the current highest-ranking officer in attendance.19.The official attire for Regional and National mother and teen conferences during
plenary session is business attire. This means: stocking, heels or pump (not sandals), suits or business pants suits.
20.Fathers do not hold membership in Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated. They do support the mothers and the organization through the Fathers’ Auxiliary groups. Fathers’ groups cannot have separate checking accounts, bylaws or officers.
21.The “Jack” and “Jill” are male and female children, respectively, of our organization.22.The official colors of the organization are blue and pink.23.The official flower of the organization is the pink Sweetheart Rosebud.24.The Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated, official emblem is the registered trademark
of the organization. It was designed in 1963 by Edward S. Richards, a father of Chattanooga, Tennessee Chapter.
25.The Jack and Jill National Installation Prayer is an adaptation of a Parents Prayer by Gary C. Meyers, Founder of Highlights for Children magazine.
26.The Jack and Jill Hymn was written and composed in 1987 by Samuel J. Brown, a father of the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Chapter. All mothers and teens are expected to learn the hymn and sing the hymn at any official Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated ceremony when required.
27.There is only one Constitution, The National Constitution and Bylaws of Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated.
28.Regions and chapters are governed by the National Constitution and Bylaws, National Policies and Procedures Manual, chapter bylaws and Robert Rules of Order. National governance documents and policies and procedures supersede any region and chapter governance. Regions and chapters shall not have any bylaws or policies and procedures that conflict with national governance.
29.Life Membership is awarded to Past National Officers who have completed their term of office and active mother tenure is in good standing.
30.The National Headquarters of Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated is located at 1930 17th Street, NW Washington D.C. 20009.
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Other Important Dates to RememberJanuary 31 Legacy applications are due to National HQ
January 15 Deadline for submissions for Up the Hill to National Editor
February 15 Deadline for submissions for Scope to National Program Director
March 1 (Before National Convention) The National Nominating Committee submits slate of candidates for national office to National Recording Secretary
March Election of Chapter OfficersElection of new Chapter Members
April 1 (Before National Convention) National Recording Secretary circulates slate of candidates for national office
April Orientation of New Members
May National Black Family Day Initiation Ceremony for new members and Installation
Ceremony for Chapter Officers must be completed; Youth Service Hours due to National Program Director Teen Leadership Module Completion due to National Program Director
June 30 EOY Financial Report due to National Treasurer; EOY Chapter Program Assessment due to National Program Director
September Jack and Jill Day; Carole Robertson Day
September 30 Per Capita for all active members and associates due to National Treasurer
November 1 Chapter Program Handbook due to National Program DirectorAmendments (proposed) to National Bylaws due to National Corresponding Secretary (November immediately preceding the National Convention)
December 1 Foundation grant applications are due to Regional Member-At-Large for Jacqueline Robinson application; all other applications due to Foundation National Youth Leadership Project applications due to National Program Director
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Jack and Jill of America Foundation, Inc.The Certificate of Incorporation was issued by the Secretary of State of Illinois on February 4, 1968. The purpose as stated in the Certificate of Incorporation: "To carry on educational, literary, scientific and charitable purposes or any one of them, by the application of assets to the use of the Jack and Jill of America Foundation." Authority: Internal Revenue Code Section 501(c)(3).
The Foundation Logo was adopted at the 1974 National Convention of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., parent organization of the Foundation. It was designed by a father of the Kansas City, Missouri Chapter.
The Foundation Board of Trustees membership consists of: • Four elected officers - the Foundation President, Vice-President, Secretary and Treasurer.• Four National Officers of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., the parent organization -- National
President, National Vice President, National Program Director and National Treasurer.• One Regional Director on a rotating basis not represented by the National Officers• Seven Members-at-Large representing each region elected at the Regional Mothers'
Conference • Eleven Community Leaders who represent the Community-at-Large and are not necessarily
Jack and Jill members • One Jack and Jill Regional Teen President. Regional selection shall be on a rotating basis
and shall serve as an ex-officio member without voting rights.
The Foundation Executive Committee consists of the following Foundation Board of Trustees members:
• Foundation President• Foundation Vice-President• Foundation Secretary• Foundation Treasurer • National President, Jack and Jill of America, Inc.• National Vice- President, Jack and Jill of America, Inc.• National Treasurer, Jack and Jill of America, Inc.• Foundation Member-at-Large Chairperson
Chapter Responsibilities include financial support of Foundation in accordance with the National Bylaws by local fundraising activities; recommend through Member-at-Large or Regional Director board members in community representative slots; prepare, submit proposals and offer suggestions for source of funds.
Through the Foundation money raised by the Jack and Jill Chapters and donations by others are carefully channeled to help eliminate some of the contemporary obstacles that confront African American youth and those of other minority groups. In an effort to help the underachiever, who remains a casualty of his environment, the Foundation began initially with projects such as the Talking Typewriter, JACK BE QUICK, SOPHIA, and Education on Wheels.
Through funding of independent proposals, and the Jacqueline Robinson Competition Awards, the Foundation has continued to diversify its emphasis to help youth in major cities throughout the U.S.
National Project - At the beginning of the 80's, Foundation President Betty H. Johnson directed the implementation of the national project concept, Education + Leadership = Success. This was to become the united thrust of each chapter and each proposal request. The theme of this national endeavor was to assist in preparing youngsters to compete successfully in the rapidly developing technological marketplace. Such programs took place at Florida A & M University in Tallahassee, Florida and at Central State University in Wilberforce, Ohio.
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Media Library - 16mm Film, "Black Excellence" (Pittsburgh-Talking Typewriter) and the film, "Reaction to Black Excellence"; Video Cassette, "The Living Foundation"; Video Cassette "Sickle Cell Anemia" (Kansas City Project); Sound Filmstrip Tape "Test Taking Skills" (Los Angeles Project); Slides: "Proud Black Images (Columbus, Ohio), "Reading Program at Baptist Children's Home" (Petersburg, Virginia).
Today, Foundation continues its role of collaboration with chapters and 501c3 organizations to ensure that youth in at-risk communities have access to a healthy lifestyle, higher education and the ability to learn how to accumulate wealth to continue the cycle of giving.
In addition, Jack and Jill Rebuilds America Project is a partnership between Jack and Jill of America, Inc and the New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity organization to build a home for a deserving family. The first Jack and Jill sponsored home was built in the lower 9th ward in New Orleans, Louisiana and the family occupied the home in March 2011. The Foundation has established a Jack and Jill Rebuilds America Project restricted fund. This fund can only be used for the Jack and Jill Rebuilds America Project and will allow Jack and Jill to utilize 100% of the donations to the rebuilding of our communities.
Jack and Jill of America Foundation, Inc.
Officers Administration Erik A. Cliette Pier Blake
President, Board of Trustees Executive Director
Jacqueline Moore Bowles Michelle RiceVice-President Administrative Assistant
Paulette KeysSecretary
Christine GovanTreasurer
1930 17th Street NWWashington, DC 20009 Phone: 202-232-5290 Fax: 202-232-1747
E-mail: administration@jackandjillfoundation.orgwww.jackandjillfoundation.org
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Regional HistoryThe idea of a regional plan of the National Organization was first advanced at the 3rd annual meeting of Jack and Jill of America, Inc., held in Washington D.C. in 1948. For several years (1948-1956), the regional plan was discussed during annual conventions. At the 1957 annual convention held in San Francisco, the Regional plan of organization was finally adopted and Regional Director was appointed or elected. The first Regional meetings were held in 1959. Regional conferences are held on alternate years with the National Conventions.
The regions are geographical subdivisions of the National organization named as follows: Central, Eastern, Far West, Mid-Atlantic, Mid-Western, South Central and Southeastern.
The National Organization is divided, for administrative purposes, into Regions to:
1. Bring together representatives of chapters within the Region2. Allow a closer, fuller participation and communication between chapters3. Enrich chapter programs4. Interpret National policy, programs and projects
The officers of the Regions are:
1. Regional Director2. Regional Treasurer3. Regional Secretary4. Member-at-large Foundation
A National Officer represents each region at the Executive Board.
Regional teen conferences are held annually. The first teen conference was held in Philadelphia, PA in June of 1952. Each Region has teen officers who are elected annually at the teen conferences.
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Eastern Region Officers 2012-2013
Regional DirectorJoi [email protected]
Regional Treasurer Elayna Rucker-Byers [email protected] Regional SecretaryVicki H. [email protected]
Member at LargeKaren Chaplin [email protected] Program ChairShawnDya [email protected]
Membership Chair Michele Courton-Brown [email protected]
Teen Advisor Davida Twitty [email protected]
Middle School AdvisorIngrid [email protected]
National OfficerTammy [email protected]
Parliamentarian Linda Spradley Dunn [email protected]
ChaplainJill Parham [email protected]
Nominating ChairSusan [email protected]
National Officer Terri Parker [email protected]
Conference Planner Renee Gadson [email protected]
Protocol Chair Nikki Farrior [email protected]
Bylaws Chair Cathy Long [email protected]
Associates Chair Melanie [email protected]
Fathers Auxiliary ChairTravis [email protected]
Celebrate 75Danielle [email protected]
EditorPaulette [email protected]
Community Service ChairMargaret [email protected]
Grievance ChairGena [email protected]
Membership Task Force ChairDebbie [email protected]
Legislative ChairMondi [email protected]
Sergeant at ArmsPaula [email protected]
Strategic Relevance & ValueJuanita [email protected]
Technology ChairCharlene [email protected]
Policies and ProceduresLisa Evans [email protected]
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Eastern Region Dates to Remember 2012-2013
September:1 Program Year Begins
Jack and Jill Day CelebrationsCarole Robertson Day Recognitions
25 Cluster Souvenir Journal Ads Due
October:1 National Per Capita and National
Conference Fee due to National Treasurer
Regional Per capita and Conference Assessment due to Regional Treasurer
20 Metropolitan Cluster hosted by Suffolk County Chapter in Long Island, NY
27 Southern Cluster hosted by Burke-Fairfax County Chapter in Falls Church, VA
November:1 Program books due to National
Program Director and Regional Program Chair
3 Northern Cluster hosted by Bridgeport, CT Chapter in Norwalk,CT
17 Delaware Valley Cluster hosted by Chester County, PA Chapter in Newark, DE
December:1 Grant Proposals due to the Regional
MAL15 Up the Hill Submission due31 Deadline for legacy requests
January: Founder’s Day Activities7 Teen Conference Registration
Opens15 Up the Hill Submissions due26-27 Teen Leadership Summit, Howard
University31 Deadline for Legacy Requests
February Associates Appreciation Activities
March:3 Carol Robertson applications due to
Regional Secretary21-24 Teen Conference Newton, MA
Chapter at Boston Marriott Copley Place, Boston, MA
April: 20 Children’s Cluster
Hosted by Queens, NY ChapterChapter Officers Elections (Mothers and Teens)Father’s Auxiliary Appreciation Activities
May: National Black Family Day
Celebration Chapter Evaluations due to National
Program Director New Chapter and Officer
Installations15 Foundation and Loose Change
Contributions due to Regional Treasurer
20 Distinguished Mother nominations due to Regional Secretary
31 New Member Joining Fees and Headquarters fee due to National New member and teen joining fees due to Regional Treasurer
June: 15 Roster of Elected Chapter Officers
due to Headquarters and the Regional Secretary
30 End of Year Financial reports due to National Treasurer
30 End of the Year Financial Reports due to National Treasurer
July: 20-25 Regional Conference hosted by
GReater Essex, NJ Cruise to Bermuda, departing Bayonne, NJ
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CHAPTER CALENDAR2012
August 25 Chapter Retreat
September 16 Jack and Jill Family Day/Carole Robertson Day
October Group Activity
26th Membership Fashion & Fun
November Legislative Month
11th Membership Committee Tea
December
9th Children’s Christmas Party
13th Fashion, Fun and Fundraising
2013
January 21st MLK Chapter Service Event/Founder’s Day
February 1st Family Ski Trip
9th Friendship & Fitness
23rd Heritage Program/Associate Appreciation Program/Father Appreciation Day
March Group Activity
April Group Activity
28th New Membership Intake
May 11th Graduating Mother’s Luncheon
16th Installation of Officers
19th Chapter Planning Meeting/Group Activity
June Group Activity/Black Family Day
1st Membership Spa Retreat
All General Meetings are held at 7:30PM on the 3rd Thursday and all Executive Board Meetings are held on the 1st Thursday in the following months:
September November January March May June
General Meetings are held at:
The Church of St. Andrew and Holy Communion,
60 W. South Orange Avenue, South Orange, N.J.
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CHAPTER MAPTowns included within the boundaries of the North Jersey Chapter
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Belleville Bloomfield Caldwell
Cedar Grove East Orange Essex Fells
Fairfield Glen Ridge Irvington
Livingston Maplewood Millburn
Montclair Newark North Caldwell
Nutley Orange Roseland
South Orange Verona West Caldwell
West Orange Summit (Union County)
CHAPTER HISTORY
A group of friends, guided by Natalie A. Johnson, formed a club to address the social and cultural needs of their children. At the Fourth National Convention in 1949, this club was accepted as an “interest group”. Formal chapter status as the North Jersey Chapter of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. occurred at the 1950 National Convention in Buffalo, New York.
CHARTER MEMBERS
Maxine C. Johnson Bettye Phillips Bernie O. Simms Lavinia Dulaney Daisy Douglas Elsie Burnett Lauretta Peniston Ivy Lambert Marjorie Granger Barbara Cuyjet Barbara Shelton Lillian Simmons Katherine Edmunds Gwendolyn Kenny Jessie Campbell Edythe Pearmen Nathalie A. Johnson Helen O. Sims Bessie Hill* Lilian Hawkins Carolyn Cassio Lela Thompson Helen T. Johnson Lea Lomack Irene Alexander
Through the years, the North Jersey Chapter has wholeheartedly supported National, Regional and Local conferences. The Chapter enthusiastically hosted the Eastern Regional Teen Conference in 1971 and 1984, the Eastern Region Teen Conference in 1961, 1971, and 1984. The Eastern Region Mother’s Conference in 1961 and the Metropolitan Cluster Meeting in 1990 and 2001. It further enjoyed sponsoring into the National organization, the Morris County Chapter in 1982, the Central Jersey Chapter in 1984, the Greater Essex Chapter in 2000, and the Essex-Hudson Chapter in 2006.
In addition to traditional activities, the chapter has a proud family and community-focused history exemplified by the service projects, scholarships, and donations to worthy causes. Our dedicated members support fund-raising ventures, which develop the communities we serve. Chapter programming is rich in the development of leadership skills for our teens, educational and cultural activities for all of our children such as Skills Olympics, the Heritage Committee (formerly Rites of Passage) and the Senior Teen Retreat.
Comprised of professional and businesswomen, the North Jersey members strive to keep Jack and Jill strong, viable, and relevant. Our commitment remains as intense as that of our founders who first lit the torch and passed on a legacy of dedication to all those who become a part of this great family.
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CHAPTER PRESIDENTS
2012-2014 Robyn Dawson Bryant 2010-2012 Juanita Thompson
2008–2010 Brenda L. Scotland 2007-2008 Doris Young Boyer
2006-2007 Ethelyn Bowers 2004-2006 Lynne Robinson
2002-2004 Karen Chaplin 2000-2002 Maureen Dodson
1996-2000 Ethelyn Bowers 1994-1996 Kimberly Woodson-Irwin
1992-1994 Constance McAllister 1990-1992 Joanne Sanders
1988-1990 Brenda Cosey 1986-1988 Margaret Costen
1984-1986 Gayle Thigpen-Allen 1981-1984 Joan Davis
1980-1984 Lonzella Brice 1979-1980 Emma Massey
1977-1978 Merle Bowser 1975-1976 Felice Dodson
1973-1975 Barbara Riley 1972-1973 Elizabeth Wilson
1971-1972 Wilma Ruth Bell
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DISTINGUISHED MOTHERS Margaret Marshall 2012 Rita Sallis 2011
Brenda Scotland 2010 Ethelyn Bowers 2009
Doris Boyer 2008 Karen Chaplin 2007
JP Powell 2006 Carolyn Anderson 2005
Bette Bland 2004 Francis King 2003
Gloria Watson 2002 Karen L. Chaplin 2001
Ethelyn Bowers 2000 Ethelyn Bowers 1999
Nina Wells 1998 Hollis Byrd 1997
Carolyn Anderson 1996 Marjorie Hunter 1995
Constance McAllister 1994 Rebecca Dawkins 1993
Joanne Sanders 1992 Margaret Costen 1991
Lonzella Brice 1991 Gayle Thigpen-Allen 1990
Karen Smith-Phillips N/A Sharon Lindsey Walton N/A
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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEEThe Executive Committee, chaired by the President, shall be composed of the officers, all-standing committee chairpersons and group chairpersons. It will plan and direct the activities necessary to carry out the aims of the association including setting meeting dates, acting on requests for leaves of absence, reviewing grievances and delinquencies, reviewing committee plans and suggestions, and acting on business referred to it. It will empower the President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer to act for this organization in case of emergency.
NORTH JERSEY OFFICERS
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PresidentRobyn Dawson Bryant
1st Vice President/MembershipMonique Pryor
2nd Vice President/ProgramLaurie Carter-Robinson
Recording SecretaryAdrienne Holmes-Lampley
Corresponding SecretarySheila Bond
Treasurer Shelly Lombard
Financial SecretaryNatalie Thigpen
Editor/Journalism ChairKim Fusaro
ParliamentarianTanya Freeman
Archivist/HistorianCasilda Luck Barnes
FoundationGayla Wicks Germain
Group 1Gayla Wicks Germain
Group 2Courtney Harris Lee
Group 3Tracy Flowers
PreteensAndrea Fant Hobbs Benilde Little VirginKaran Mosley Davison
Jr TeensDiane MossAlison Scott Williams
Sr TeensRegina BeyVeronica Wakefield-9th GradeLynn Biot-Gordon-10th gradeMichelle Stevenson-11th gradeTanya Freeman-12th grade
ProtocolKrista Clapp
ChaplinGina Strain
Father’s AuxiliaryShelly Douglas
LegislativeAndrea Fant-Hobbs
TechnologyTracy Flowers
EducationDanette Edwards
HeritageKathy Jackson
Nominating
Darlene Winkler
ProceduresTanya Freeman
Ways MeansErica McDay Ali Ryan Scott
TEEN EXECUTIVE BOARD
President Sydney Freeman (Joanne Freeman)
VP Membership Elijah Adderley (Angela Adderley)
VP Programs/Community Service Hassiem Bey (Regina Mills Bey)
Treasurer Savannah Fusaro (Kim Fusaro)
Corresponding Secretary Naaman Jackson (Kathy Jackson)
Financial Secretary Isaiah Thompson (Juanita Thompson)
Recording Secretary Shari Gordon (Lynn Biot-Gordon)
Historian Morgan Garrison (Cathy Garrison)
Parliamentarian Nicole Jones (Tanya Freeman)
Sergeant -at-Arms Christopher Lassiter (Christine Lassiter)
Foundation Jordan McDay (Erica McDay)
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Mom Contact Family Sponsors
Angela Adderley
3 Margulis CourtWest Orange, NJ 07052
973-477-9639 (M)973-669-5611(H)
Nathaniel Adderley
Elijah Sr Teens
Dayna Hassell and Margaret Marshall
Timicka C. Anderson
70 Mayhew DriveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
917-685-9924 (M)212-816-6331 (W)973-327-4882 (H)
Byron Anderson
Brisco -Group IIBryce – Group II
Tiana Webb-Evans and Lynn Biot-Gordon
Casilda Luck Barnes
48 Stanley RoadSouth Orange, NJ 07079
973-768-7268 (M)973-761-0316 (H)
Demaree Barnes
Chase – PreteensMorgan – Group
III
Andrea Fant-Hobbs and Denise Gray-Felder
Regina Mills Bey
231 Montrose AvenueSouth Orange, NJ 07079
718-780-1025 (W)973-378-2399 (H)
Omar Bey
Hassiem - Sr.Teens
Legacy
Pamela Brodie
68 O’Connor CircleWest Orange, NJ 07052
201-306-4615 (M)973-669-8467 (H)
Michael Brodie
Chyna - Preteens
Cheryl Washington and Krista Clapp
Lynn Biot-Gordon
332 North Ridgewood RoadSouth Orange, NJ 07079
973-220-7936 (M)973-761-8940 (H)
Ken Gordon
Shari - Sr. TeensChaz–Junior
teens
Adrienne Prothro and Diane Scotland
Sheila Bond
80 Bellevue AvenueUpper Montclair, NJ 07043
973-943-5147 (M)973-783-0841 (H)973-509-0007 (W)
Alan Bond, Sr.
Alan - Sr TeensBrian - Jr. Teens
Karen Chaplin and Karen Dias Martin
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Tanya Carter-Barnes
5 Orchard CourtMontclair, NJ 07042973-449-7839 (M)973-744-6629 (H)
Frank Barnes, Jr.
Frank, III–Sr Teens
Adrienne– Sr Teens
Benilde Little
Laurie Carter-Robinson
24 Marston PlaceGlen Ridge, NJ 07028
212-799-5000 x365 (W)973-655-0660 (H)
Gary Robinson
Carter – Jr TeensDoris Boyer and Gina Strain
Lisa Chick
17 Upper Mountain AveMontclair, NJ 07042202-412-3070 (M)
Raymond Chick
Jamira-Sr Teens
Miles Chick- Sr Teens
Transfer
Krista S. Clapp
246 Kent Place Blvd.Summit, NJ 07901908-698-1460 (M)908-273-5385 (H)
John Clapp
Stephen–Sr Teens
Krista Ann –Preteens
Legacy
Kecia Clarke
33 Cunningham DriveWest Orange, NJ 07052
973-493-5978 (M)973-731-0750 (H)
Dane Clarke
Dane –Jr TeensKaiya-Preteens
Cathy Garrison and Cheryl Washington
Patricia Cole-Green
2 Halsey PlaceSouth Orange, NJ 07079
862-485-9187 (M)973-275-5152 (H)
Morris Green
Madison - Preteens
Gannon - Group III
Kim G. Walker and Laurie Carter-Robinson
Margaret Cunningham
43 Highwood AvenueWest Orange, NJ 07052
973-819-7618 (M)973-669-0309 (H)
Robert Cunningham
Robert - Group III
Legacy
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Karan Mosley Davidson
188 Elmwynd DriveOrange, NJ 07050201-923-9856 (M)973-414-6293 (H)
Bernard Andrew Lloyd Davidson
Hodiah – Preteens
Lloyd-James – Jr. Teens
Andrea Fant-Hobbs and Benilde Little
Alexis Davis (LOA)
[email protected] Green Villas, House 31
88 Mingyue RoadPudong, Shanghai China 201206
908-591-5356 (M)
Ed Davis
Grant – PreteensAustin – Group III
Transfer
Robyn Dawson-Bryant
19 Club BoulevardWest Orange, NJ 07052
973-634-4300 (M)973-736-1253 (H)
Roscoe Bryant
Zaire–Sr TeensChad–Sr Teens
Somalia - Preteens
Brenda Scotland and Dayna Hassell
Karen Dias-Martin(LOA)
246 Upper Mountain AvenueUpper Montclair, NJ 07043
973-580-1571 (M)973-783-0170 (H)
Alan Martin
Lauren - Sr.Teens
Alton –Jr Teens
Legacy
Shelly James Douglas
171 Christopher StreetMontclair, NJ 07042614-282-2666 (M)973-337-8535 (H)
Cory Douglas
Cory- Sr TeenSavannah-
PreteenJason Group III
Cheryl Noble
Danette Edwards
452 Harrison StreetEast Orange, NJ 07018
973-525-2109 (M)973-673-1776 (H)
Willis Edwards
Leah – Preteens
Darlene Winkler and Krista Clapp
Andrea Fant-Hobbs
2 Brookwood RoadSouth Orange, NJ 07079
973-908-0937 (M)973-275-5172 (H)
Bradford Hobbs
Madison–Preteens
Denise Gray-Felder and Melinda Gerrard
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Tracy Olivier Flowers
47 Collamore TerraceWest Orange, NJ 07052
973-518-0795 (M)
Clifton Flowers
Kyndall–Jr. TeensCole – Group III
Linda Wise and Joy Kay
Joanne Freeman
16 Linden AveWest Orange, NJ 07052
973-865-7330 (M)973-325-6420 (H)
Steve Freeman
Sydney- Sr. - Teens
Kelsey- Group III
Legacy
Tanya Freeman
12 Rand DriveWest Orange, NJ 07052
973-489-3956 (M)201-222-7765 (W)
Brian Freeman
Kimberly &Sarah Freeman -
Group 1Nicole Jones -
Sr.Teens
Legacy
Kim Fusaro
37 Elizabeth CourtBloomfield, NJ
973-338-8741 (H)
John Fusaro
John-David–Jr Teens
Savannah– Sr Teens
Laurie Carter-Robinson and Karen Dias Martin
Cathy Garrison
30 Cunningham DrWest Orange, NJ 07052
973-610-7387 (M)973-736-8155 (H)
Jordan Garrison
Paige- Sr TeensMorgan- Sr Teens
Jackie East-Ross and Doris Boyer
Natasha Gaujean-La Mar
49 Schindler TerraceWest Orange, NJ 07052
201-906-2520 (M)973-243-0367 (H)
Han La Mar
Jordan-Jr TeensNadia-PreteensNyla-Group II
Tammy King
Gayla Wicks Germain
42 South CrescentMaplewood NJ 07040
862-250-0110 (M)973-762-2054 (H)
Lincoln Germain
Vivienne-PreteensXavier - Group I
Tracy Flowers and Brenda Scotland
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Althea Goodison-Orr
49 Birchwood AvenueWest Orange, NJ 07052
973-641-1318 (M)
Will Orr
Allison-Group IIJonathan-Jr Teens
Marian Grant
190 Montrose AvenueSouth Orange, NJ 07079
973-763-9118 (H)
Robert Grant
Adora - PreteensIsioma - Group III
Flora Taylor andNatalie Thigpen
Dianne Greene
247 Crescenzi CourtWest Orange, NJ 07052
973.207-1620 (M)973-325-3931 (H)
John Greene
Chelsea - Sr Teens
Emma Pioche-Williams and Adrienne Prothro
Dara C. Gronau
71 Ridge Street, #9Orange, NJ 07050973-452-9774 (M)
Robert Gronau
Nia - Jr TeensTracy Flowers and Michelle Stevenson
Barbara Harris
2 Simon CourtPiscataway, NJ 08850973-220-0557 (M) Alexis - Sr Teens
Sheila Baynes and Hollis Byrd
Courtney Harris-Lee
18 Nottingham RoadWest Orange, NJ 07052
973-342-3248 (M)973-736-1004 H)
M.Ulysses
Julian–PreteensJackson–Group II
Karen Chaplin and JP Powell
Regina Henry
64 Fairview PlaceUpperMontclair, NJ 07043
973-906-0935 (M)973-744-6828 (H)
Fabian Henry
Nile-Sr TeensDiane Waite
Adrienne Holmes-Lampley
186 Woodland AvenueEast Orange, NJ 07017
201-401-9820 (M)973-673-0928 (H)201-216-6430 (W)
Fred Lampley
Frederick – Preteens
Cheryl Washington Monique Pryor
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Kathy Jackson
707 Pleasant Valley WayWest Orange NJ 07052
973-477-6642 (M)973-324-0408 (H)
Javon Jackosn
Naaman – Sr Teens
Asa – Preteens
Angela Adderley and Sheila Bond
Monique Jean-Pierre
450 North Ridgewood Road
South Orange, NJ 07079
917-767-3620 (M)973-275-6116 (H)
James Jean-Pierre
Bailey - Group I
Natasha Gaujean-La Mar and Brenda Scotland
Joy Charles Kay
137 Walnut StreetMontclair, NJ 07042973-464-6481 (M)
Bryan Kay
Christian -Sr Teens
Nellie Jenkins and Mary Jones
Christine Lassiter
902 Ridgewood RoadMillburn, NJ 07041973-953-4616 (M)973-376-0944 (H)
James
Christoper
Jordan-Sr.Teens
Legacy
Benilde Little Virgin
124 Bellevue AvenueUpper Montclair, NJ
07043973-216-6328 (M)973-509-3595 (H-
Private)
Clifford Virgin
Baldwin - Sr Teens
Ford–Group III
Iqua Colson and Rita Sallis
Shelly Lombard
42 Llewellyn RoadMontclair NJ 07052973-477-7205 (M)973-233-0130 (H)
Stephen Lombard
Andrew – Sr Teens
Benilde Little and Gabrielle Smith
Elena Mack
9 Tannery LaneRoseland, NJ 07068973-651-7450 (M)973-228-5866 (H)
Anthony Mack
Amanda – Preteens
Anthony – Group IDarlene Winkler
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Erica McDay
11 Bakley TerraceWest Orange, NJ 07052
301-529-5564 (M)973-731-5756 (H)
Ryan McDay
Jordan – Sr TeensShelby - Group IIDylan - Group I
Jackie East-Ross and Melinda Gerard
Diane Moss
24 Fairfield TerraceShort Hills, NJ 07078973-699-7657 (M)973-379-2696 (H)
Obi Imegwu
Evan – Sr TeensAlex – Jr teensIan - Group III
Legacy
Emma Pioche-Williams
28 Waddington AveWest Orange, NJ 07052
973-736-0104 (H)212-963-2952 (W)
Ronald Williams
Ron – Jr. Teens Maureen Dobson and Dayna Hassell
Monique Pryor
115 Roosevelt AveWest Orange, NJ 07052
347-731-6004 (M)973-736-8684 (H)
Eric Pryor
Mecca – PreteensMicah – Group II
Karen Chaplain and Melody Irving
Rhonda McFarlane Richard (LOA)
464 Lenox AvenueSouth Orange, 07079201-906-4026 (M)973-763-0703 (H)
Stephen Richard
Sanaa - Group IIMonique Pryor and Ethelyn Bowers
Maria Schell-Cannon
34 Prescott AvenueMontclair NJ 07043201-396-7777 (M)973-655-1111 (H)
Buddy Cannon
Kristen - Sr TeensJP Powell and Vivienne Frasier
Ali Ryan Scott
4 Edgehill Rd.West Orange, NJ 07052
917-504-7219 (M)973-731-0913 (H)
Armani Scott
Langston - Group II
Jacsyn- Group I
Legacy
Alison Scott-Williams
53 Whiteoak DriveSouth Orange, NJ 07079
312-953-8158 (M)973-762-0823 (H)
Ivon Williams
Ashton - Jr teensAlan - Group III
Laurie Carter-Robinson
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Adrianne F. Smith (LOA)
76 Cummings Circle West Orange NJ 07052
973-444-3023 (M)973-243-7007 (H)
Edward Robinson
Kennedy - Sr. Teens
Jackie East-Ross and Anucka Brown-Saunders
Michelle Stevenson
38 Valley View Ave. Summit, NJ 07901732-547-2754 (M) 908-598-0794 (H)
Kenneth Stevenson
Alexis – Sr TeensMarcus – Jr teens
April Claxton and Melody Irvin
Gina Jacobs Strain
535 Longview RoadSouth Orange NJ 07079
973-477-4441 (M) 973-378-8194 (H)
Clifton Strain
Zachary - Group IIIKathy Randolph
Flora Taylor
324 Centre StreetSouth Orange NJ 07079
973-727-6997 (M) 973-762-9396 (H) 973-761-5322 (W)
Seth Toney
Noah Toney – Sr. Teens
Nicole Toney – Preteens Simone Toney – Preteens
Heather Smith-Willis and Caroline Anderson
Natalie Thigpen
303 Highland Road South Orange, NJ 07079
973-699-6085 (M)973-763-9093 (H)
Richard Thigpen
Madeline - Sr. Teens
Erica Branch-Ridley and Flora Taylor
Juanita Thompson
7 Colony Drive WestWest Orange, NJ 07052
973-495-3767 (M) 973-736-1960 (H)
Kenneth Thompson
Isaiah - Sr. Teens
Angela Adderley and Marilyn Booker
Veronica Wakefield
78 Terrace AvenueWest Orange NJ 07052
973-980-6062 (M)
Darrell Wakefield
McKenzie – Sr Teens
MaCayla – Group II
Adrienne Smith and Tanya Carter
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Kim Walker
95 Lincoln StreetMontclair, NJ 07042 954-734-0065 (M)973-744-1420 (H)
J. Kent Walker
J. Harrison - Jr Teens
Joy Kay and JP Powell
Kimberly Walker
11 Westwood Drive SouthWest Orange, NJ 07052
314-791-6144 (M) 973-736-2928 (H)
Sarah - Jr Teens Monique Pryor and Rita Sallis
Tiana Webb-Evans
143 Glenview RoadSouth Orange, NJ 07079
917-907-4268 (M)973-821-5568 (H)
Guka Evans
Jasiri - Jr TeensSundiata - Group II
Maya - Group II
Cheryl Washington and Gabrielle Smith
Darlene Winkler
97 Laurel AvenueRoseland, NJ 07068973-699-7657 (M) 973-618-0325 (H)
Maury Winkler
Sydney –Jr Teens
Simone – Preteens
Barbara Harris
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Group One Roster Group Chair: Gayla Wicks Germain
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Boys
Xavier GermainApril 2, 2008
Age in 2012: 4Gayla Wicks Germain
Bailey Jean-PierreMay 13, 2008
Age in 2012: 4Monique Jean-Pierre
Anthony MackJuly 8, 2007
Age in 2012: 5Elena Mack
Dylan Patrick McDayAugust 6, 2008Age in 2012: 4Erica McDay
Girls
Kimberly FreemanJuly 10 2007
Age in 2012: 5Tanya Freeman
Sarah FreemanJuly 10, 2007
Age in 2012: 5Tanya Freeman
Jacsyn ScottJune 27, 2008
Age in 2012: 4Ali Ryan Scott
Group One Activity CalendarGroup Chair: Gayla Germain
Date Hostess Event Event Type
September 16th
SundayGayla Germain Jack and Jill Tri-Chapter
Family Picnic Recreational &Social
October 13th Ali Ryan Scott Newark Museum Arts and Crafts
Social & Educational
November Monique Jean-Pierre How to Become the President of the USA
CivicDecember 9thSunday
Erica McDay Children’s Holiday Party Cultural & Social
January 21st Monday
Ali Ryan Scott MLK Chapter Service Event
Community ServiceEducational
February 23rd Saturday
Tanya Freeman Heritage Day Program: Exploring African American Art & History
Cultural/Educational
March 2nd or 9thSunday
Tanya Freeman Cora Hartshorn Arboretum,Short Hills
Educational
April
Elena Mack Easter Egg Hunt Social
May
Erica McDay Arts & Crafts Educational/Social
June 15th Saturday
Gayla Germain Mini-Golf & Safari @ Turtleback Zoo Recreational
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Group Two Roster Group Chair: Courtney Harris Lee
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First Graders
Maya EvansSeptember 22, 2006Tiana Webb Evans
Nyla La MarMay 17, 2006
Natasha Gaujean-La Mar
MaCayla WakefieldNovember 2, 2005Veronica Wakefield
Second Graders
Shelby Ryan McDayAugust 28, 2005
Erica McDay
Micah PryorDecember 7, 2005
Monique Pryor
Sanaa Richard - LOANovember 7, 2004
Rhonda Richard, LOA
Brisco AndersonJuly 20, 2005
Timicka Carroll Anderson
Bryce AndersonJuly 20, 2005
Timicka Carroll Anderson
Austin DavisJanuary 4, 2005
Alexis Davis
Sundiata (Sundi) EvansAugust 14, 2005Tiana Webb Evans
Jackson LeeMay 9, 2005
Courtney Harris Lee
Langston ScottNovember 21, 2004
Ali Ryan Scott
Group Two Activity CalendarGroup Chair: Courtney Harris Lee
Date Hostess Event Event Type
October 6Saturday
Monique Pryor Newark Museum Educational
November 3Saturday
Natasha Gaujean-LaMar Hayride/Apple Picking Recreational
December 9Sunday
Erica McDay Chapter Holiday Party
SocialJanuary 21Monday
Education Committee/Group Chairs
MLK Chapter Service Event/Founder’s Day
Community ServiceEducational
February 23Saturday
Heritage Committee Heritage Day Program: Exploring African American Art & History
Cultural/Educational
March 2Saturday
Tiana Webb Evans
Art Activity
Cultural
April __
Ali Ryan Scott NJPAC Cultural
May __ Veronica Wakefield Montclair Art Museum Cultural
June 2Sunday
Timicka C. Anderson Newark Bears Game Social
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Group Three Roster Group Chair: Tracy Olivier Flowers
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3rd Graders
Girls
Morgan BarnesMay 21, 2004
Casilda Luck Barnes
Isioma GrantSeptember 2, 2004
Marian Grant
Allison Goodison-OrrSeptember 21, 2004Althea Goodison-Orr
Boys
Robert (Bobby) CunninghamFebruary 4, 2004
Margaret J. Cunningham
Cole FlowersJanuary 13, 2004
Tracy Flowers
Gannon GreenFebruary 17, 2004Patricia Cole-Green
Ian ImegwuJanuary 24, 2004
Dianne Moss
(Clifton) Zachary StrainApril 10, 2004
Gina Jacob Strain
Alan WilliamsJanuary 14, 2004
Alison Scott-Williams
4th Graders
Girls
Kelsey FreemanJuly 25, 2003
Joanne Freeman
BoysJason Douglas
September 7, 2003Shelly Douglas
Group Three Activity CalendarGroup Chair: Tracy Olivier Flowers
Date Hostess Event Event Type
September 16th
SundayTracy Flowers Jack and Jill Tri-Chapter
Family Picnic Recreational &Social
October 13th Saturday
Shelly DouglasAlthea Goodison-Orr
Bowling @ Hanover Lanes Social & Bonding
November 3rdSaturday
Margaret CunninghamMarian Grant
How to Become President Civic & Social
December 9thSunday
Joanne Freeman Juilliard Jazz Holiday Concert & Children’s Christmas Party
Cultural & Social
January 21st Monday
Education Committee MLK Chapter Service Event/Founder’s Day
Community ServiceEducational
February 23rd Saturday
Heritage Committee Heritage Day Program: Exploring African American Art & History
Cultural/Educational
March 16th
Saturday Patrica Coleg-Green King’s Cooking Class Social
April 20th
SaturdayGina Strain Liberty Science Center Educational
May 5thSunday
Casilda Luck BarnesTracy Flowers
Bronx Botanical Garden Educational
June 9th
Sunday Alison Scott-WilliamsDiane Moss
Video Truck Social
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Preteen Roster Group Chairs: Andrea Fant-Hobbs, Benilde Little Virgin,
Karan Mosley Davidson
Fifth Grade GirlsSomalia Bryant
September 20, 2002Robyn Dawson-Bryant
Krista Ann ClappAugust 22, 2002Krista S. Clapp
Kaiya Milan ClarkeNovember 10, 2002
Kecia Clarke
Savannah DouglasJanuary 12, 2002Shelly Douglas
Leah EdwardsJuly 23 ,2002
Danette Edwards
Vivienne GermainNovember 27, 2001Gayla Wicks Germain
Madison GreenAugust 11, 2002
Patricia S. Cole-Green
Nadia La MarApril 13, 2003
Natasha Gaujean-La Mar
Amanda MackFebruary 15, 2002
Elena Mack
Mecca PryorMarch 12, 2002Monique Pryor
Simone WinklerJuly 15, 2002
Darlene Winkler
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Fifth Grade BoysAsa Jackson
March 9, 2001Kathy Jackson
Julian LeeSeptember 8, 2002Courtney Harris-LeeSixth Grade Girls
Chase BarnesJune 28, 2001
Casilda Luck Barnes
Chyna BrodieBirthdate
Pamela Brodie
Adora GrantJune 27, 2001Marian Grant
Madison HobbsJuly 8, 2001
Andrea Fant-Hobbs
Nicole ToneyMarch 22, 2001
Flora Taylor
Simone ToneyMarch 22, 2001
Flora Taylor
Sixth Grade BoysHodiah Davidson
December 11, 2000Karan Mosley-Davidson
Frederick LampleyApril 12, 2001
Adrienne Holmes-Lampley
Ford VirginFebruary 14, 2001Benilde Little Virgin
Preteen Group Activity CalendarGroup Chairs: Andrea Fant-Hobbs, Karan Mosley-Davidson, Benilde Little VirginDATE Hostess Event Event Type
September 16th
Sunday
Andrea Fant-Hobbs, Karan Mosley-Davidson & Marian Grant
Jack and Jill Tri-Chapter Family Picnic
Recreational &Social
October 20th
Saturday Flora Taylor & Marian Grant Halloween Event and
Getting to Know You!Social & Bonding
November 17thSaturday
Karan Mosley-Davidson & Andrea Fant-Hobbs
How to Become the President of the USA Civic &
EducationalDecember 9thSunday
Benilde Little Virgin Children’s Holiday Party Cultural & Social
December 16thSunday
Darlene Winkler Parent’s Holiday Party Cultural & Social
January 21st Monday
Danette Edwards & Patricia Cole-Green
MLK Chapter Service Event/Founder’s Day
Community Service
EducationalFebruary 23rd Saturday
Kathy Jackson & Courtney Harris-Lee
Heritage Day Program: Exploring African American Art & History
Cultural/Educational
March 10th
Sunday Casilda Luck-Barnes, Gayla Germain, & Andrea Fant-Hobbs
Liberty Science Center : Science and Technology Exploration
Educational
April 21st Sunday
Pamela Brodie, Natasha Gaujean-La Mar, Shelly James Douglas & Krista Clapp
Spring Challenge Educational & Social
May 11th Saturday
Kecia Clark & Adrienne Holmes-Lampley
An Afternoon at the
Theate
Cultural
June 8th Saturday
Darlene Winkler, Monique Pryor, & Elena Mack
Softball/Outdoor Fun Social/Fitness
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Jr Teens RosterGroup Chairs: Diane Moss & Alison Scott-Williams
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Eighth GradersKyndall Flowers
November 20, 1998Tracy Flowers
Nia GronauApril 9, 1999Dara Gronau
Sydney WinklerJune 18, 1999
Darlene Winkler
Brian BondFebruary 8, 1999
Sheila Bond
Lloyd-James DavidsonDecember 28, 1998
Karan Mosley-Davidson
John David FusaroNovember 17, 1998
Kim Fusaro
Alex ImegwuSeptember 29, 1999
Diane Moss
Alton MartinNovember 5, 1998
Karen Diaz Martin (LOA)
Carter RobinsonSeptember 23, 1998
Laurie Carter-Robinson
Seventh GradersSarah Walker
BirthdateKimberly Walker
Dane ClarkeAugust 30, 2000
Kecia Clarke
Jasiri EvansJuly 20, 2000
Tiana Webb Evans
Jonathan Goodison-OrrFebruary 19, 2000
Althea Goodison-Orr
Chaz GordonApril 28, 2000
Lynn Biot-Gordon
Jordan La MarJuly 11, 2000
Natasha Gaujean-La Mar
Marcus StevensonJune 12, 2000
Michelle Stevenson
Harrison WalkerDecember 21, 1999
Kim Walker
Ashton WilliamsSeptember 3, 2000
Allison Scott-Williams
Junior Teens Activity CalendarGroup Chairs: Diane Moss & Alison Scott-Williams
Date Hostess Event Event Type
September 16th
SundayGroup Chair Jack and Jill Tri-Chapter
Family Picnic Recreational &Social
October 12 & 13
Friday & Saturday
Darlene Winkler, Dara Gronau, Tracy Flower
Junior Teen RetreatSleep Over
Social & Bonding
November 11thSunday
Kimberly Walker Michelle Stevenson
For the Love of Money Financial Literacy
December 9thSunday
Kim Fusaro, Alison Scott-Williams Laurie Carter Robinson
Juilliard Jazz Holiday Concert & Children’s Christmas Party
Cultural & Social
January 21st Monday
Karan Mosley-DavidsonMarilyn Booker
MLK Chapter Service Event/Founder’s Day
Community ServiceEducational
February 23rd Saturday
Dara Gronau Heritage Day Program: Exploring African American Art & History
Cultural/Educational
March 9th
Saturday Tiana Webb EvansKecia Clarke
Studio Museum ~ Harlem Cultural
April 21st Sunday
Althea Goodison-OrrLynn Biot-Gordon
Group Skills Challenge Educational
May 5thSunday
Diane MossAlison Scott-Williams
Self Defense Class Fitness/Safety
June 22Saturday
Kim WalkerNatasha Gaujean-La Mar
Pool Party Social
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9th Grade GirlsAdrienne BarnesPaige GarrisonChelsea GreeneKennedy Robinson(LOA)
9th Grade BoysStephen ClappNoah ToneyMcKenzie WakefieldRonald Williams
10th Grade GirlsShari GordonMadeline Thigpen
10th Grade BoysChristopher LassiterAndrew LombardIsaiah Thompson
11th Grade GirlsSavannah FusaroAlexis Harris
11th Grade BoysFrank BarnesHassiem BeyZaire BryantMorgan GarrisonChristian KayJordan McDayEvan Moss
12th Grade GirlsKristen CannonSydney FreemanNicole JonesAlexis StevensonBaldwin Virgin
12th Grade BoysEljah AdderleyAlan BondChad BryantNoah DouglasNile HenryNaaman Jackson
Senior Teen RosterGroup Chairs: Regina Bey
Veronica Wakefield-9th Grade Michelle Stevenson-11th gradeLynn Biot-Gordon-10th grade Tanya Freeman-12th grade
Senior Teen Activity Calendar Date Hostess Event Event Type
September 16th
SundaySenior Teen Advisors Jack and Jill Tri-Chapter
Family Picnic Recreational &Social
October 13th
Saturday
October 20th
Saturday
October 28th
Sunday
C. LassiterM.S. Cannon
Sr. Teen Advisors & V. Wakefield
S. LombardF. Taylor
Fright Fest @ Six Flags
Eastern Regional Cluster
Sr. Teen Retreat
Social & Bonding
Educational
November 3rdSaturday
November
November 17th
Saturday
November/December
K. Fusaro
D. Greene
R. Henry
K. Clapp
City Harvest Green Market
Healthy Lifestyles
Basketball Tournament
Sierra House Service Project
Community Service
Community Service
December 9thSunday
December 26th
Wednesday
Sr. Teen AdvisorsProgram Committee
S. Bond
Juilliard Jazz Holiday Concert & Children’s Christmas Party
COPA
Cultural & Social
January 21st Monday
January 26, 27Saturday & Sunday
Education Committee
St. Teen Advisors
MLK Chapter Service Event/Founder’s Day
Howard University – Easter Region Teen Leadership Summit
Community ServiceEducational
February 23rd Saturday
Heritage Committee Heritage Day Program: Exploring African American Art & History
Cultural/Educational
March 21-24Thursday – Sunday
Sr. Teen Advisors Eastern Regional Sr. Teen Conference - Boston
April
May11thSaturday
TBD
A. Adderley, J. Freeman
C. Garrison, B. Little-Virgin
T. Carter-Barnes,
Teen Dance/Fundraiser
Graduating Mother’s Luncheon
Spring Community Service Project
June
June 15 or TBD
N. ThigpenJ. Thompson
E. McDay, E. Pioche-Williams
Rites Of Passage
End Of Year Celebration
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North Jersey Committees
Executive Committee (Standing Committee)
The Executive Committee is chaired by the Chapter President and composed of the officers, standing committee chairpersons, and group chairpersons. The Executive Committee plans and directs the activities necessary to carry out the aims of the Chapter, including setting meeting dates, acting on requests for leave, reviewing grievances and delinquencies, reviewing committee plans and suggestions and acting on business referred to it.
Membership Committee (Standing Committee)
The Membership Committee is charged with assessing the needs of each group and making recommendations for placement. The Membership Committee keeps records of mothers’ attendance at General meetings and acts as the Hospitality Committee.
Chair: Monique Pryor, 1st Vice President Andrea Fant-Hobbs, Cathy Garrison, Natasha Gaujean-La Mar, Adrienne Holmes- Lampley, Elana Mack, Emma Pioche, Gina Strain, Kim Walker, Tiana Webb Evans
Program Committee (Standing Committee)
The Program Committee, which includes the chairperson of each mother’s group, coordinates Chapter family activities and selects the central theme for each coming year. The Program Committee plans and coordinates Family Day and the MLK Day of Service.
Chair: Laurie Carter-Robinson, 2nd Vice President Group 1 - Gayla Germain, Group 2 -Courtney Harris Lee
Group 3 - Tracy Flowers, Preteens -Andrea Fant-Hobbs & Benilde Little VirginJr. Teens -Diane Moss & Alison Scott-Williams,
Sr. Teens - Regina Bey, Michelle Stevenson,Lynn Biot-Gordon, Veronica Wakefield
Publicity Committee (Standing Committee)
The Publicity Committee keeps the public informed of chapter activities.Chair: Kim Fusaro, Journalist
Casilda Luck Barnes, Patricia Cole-Green, Althea Goodison-Orr, Natalie Thigpen
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North Jersey Committees
Education Committee(Standing Committee)
The Education Committee plans presentations at general meetings each year and advises the body of current trends and concerns in the area of education. The Education plans and organizes one of North Jersey’s long-standing traditions, the Skills Olympics.
Chair: Danette Edwards Althea Goodison-Orr, Pamela BrodieKimberly Walker, Angela Adderley
Nominating Committee (Standing Committee)
The Nominating Committee considers appropriate candidates to serve as Chapter officers and circulates a slate of officers for membership in advance of chapter elections. The membership may accept or reject the report of the Nominating Committee.
Chair: Darlene Winkler Angela Adderley, Kecia Clarke, Regina Henry, Juanita Thompson
Budget Committee (Standing Committee)
The Budget Committee is composed of a Chairperson appointed by the President, the Treasurer, the Financial Secretary, the immediate past President and the Chairpersons of each of the Program, Membership, Education, and Ways and Means committees. The Budget Committee plans the budget and presents it to the membership for approval.
Ways and Means Committee (Standing Committee)
The Ways and Means Committee plans fundraising activities which support the Jack and Jill Foundation and local charities. In addition to representation from each group, the Ways and Means Committee includes the Treasurer.
Co-Chairs: Erica McDay and Ali Ryan Scott Timicka Carrol Anderson
Pamela Brodie, Sheila Bond, Joanne FreemanShelley Lombard, Elena Mack, Veronica Wakefield
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North Jersey Committees(Continued)
Procedures and Constitution Committee (Standing Committee)
The Procedures and Constitution Committee interprets policies and procedures and reviews and revises the Chapter Bylaws subject to chapter approval.
Chair: Tanya Freeman, Parliamentarian Barbara HarrisKecia Clarke
Margaret Cunningham
Foundation Committee (Standing Committee)
The Foundation Committee ensures the performance of chapter obligations and develops a service project for the Chapter each year.
Chair: Gayla Wicks Germain Pamela Brodie, Maria Schell Cannon, Kimberly Walker
Heritage Committee (Special Committee)
The Heritage Committe is a special committee appointed by the President which organizes a chapter-wide event to celebrate the unique heritage of the African American community during Black History Month.
Chair: Kathy JacksonTimicka Carol Anderson, Joanne Freeman
Dianne Greene, Dara Gronau
Technology Committee (Standing Committee)
The Technology Committee assesses the technology needs of the chapter, makes appropriate recommendations, and implements the technology, equipment, communications and on-line needs of the Chapter, including the continued development and upgrading of the website.
Chair: Tracy Flowers Joy Kay
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North Jersey Chapter of Jack and Jill 2012 -2013 Budget
Amount
Number of Members
Number of Teens
Mothers’ Dues
Teens’ Dues
60
32
$500
$145
Income Amount
Mothers’ Dues
Returning Mothers’ Dues
Dues from New Moms (Received in May)
Total Mothers’ Dues
Teens’ Dues
Dues & Assessments
Assessments ($35 per family)
Total Teens’ Dues
Miscellaneous Income
Self Funded Chapter Activity
Total Revenue
$30,000
! -
$30,000
$4,640
! -
$4,640
! -
! -
$34,640
General Amount
Accounting & Legal
Advertisements
Bank Fees
Directory/Handbook
Faith Day-Donation
Education & Heritage
Family Day
Historian
Ins-Chp Coverage
Journalism
Legislative
Meeting Facility
Technology
Retreat
Total General Expenses
-
600.00
-
500.00
275.00
3,000.00
1,500.00
200.00
485.00
900.00
700.00
900.00
800.00
700.00
$10,560.00
Membership Amount
Hospitality
Life Events
Gifts/Plaques
June Program
Graduating Mothers LunchMembership Expenses
Revenue from New Member Fees
Coffee Klatches
Total Membership Expenses
600.00
400.00
800.00
400.00 - 500.00
-
200.00
$2,900.00
National Amount
Conference
Dues
Convention Assessment
Bond
Total National Expenses
-
4,500.00
600.00
50.00
$5,150.00
Regional Amount
Conference
Dues
Assessment
Junior Teen Regional Dues
Total National Expenses
1,800.00
2,100.00
1,200.00
180.00
$5,280.00
Teens Amount
Rite of Passage
Teen Tax
Teen Conference
Other
Total National Expenses
500.00
320.00
7,295.00
1,390.00
$9,505.00
Officers Amount
Corres. Secretary
Financial Secretary
Parliamentarian
President
Protocol
Recording Secretary
Treasurer
Total Officers
40.00
40.00
-
195.00
25.00
25.00
200.00
$525.00
Expenses Amount
General
Membership
National
Regional
Teens
Officers
Total Expenses
$10,560.00
2,900.00
5,150
5,280
9,505.00
525.00
$33,920.00
Expense Detail
Amount Under/(Over) Budget!(Total Revenue less Total Expenses)
$720.00
Budget 2012 - 2013
Hospitality Schedule
Members provide light refreshments for General Mothers’ Meeting in the month assigned. Lead Hostess contacts mothers to decide on menu and identify who will bring specific items.
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Tanya Freeman
Michelle StevensonPatricia Cole-GreenVeronica WakefieldMargaret CunninghamRegina ObeyDanette EdwardsTanya Carter BarnesKaran Mosley-Davidson
September January
MarchMay
November
Alison Scott WilliamsBenilde Little VirginCasilda Luck BarnesCourtney Harris LeeFlorina MackTracy Olivier FlowersGayla Wicks Germain
Althea Goodison-OrrJoanne FreemanTimika Carol AndersonDianne GreeneFlora TaylorDiane MossAngela AdderleyMarilyn BookerMaria Shell CannonErica McDay
Pamela BrodieDarlene WinklerKecia ClarkeChristine LassiterMarian GrantKim FusaroKimberly WalkerBarbara HarrisAndrea Fant-HobbsDara Granau
Monique PryorNatasha Gaujean La MarEmma Pioche WilliamsGina StrainKim WalkerCathy GarrisonTiana Webb Evans
Juanita ThompsonLynn Biot GordonJoy KayKathy JacksonKrista ClappMonique Jean PierreNatalie ThigpenRegina HenrySheila BondShelly James Douglas
June
Jack and Jill National Recognition Days
Jack and Jill of America annually observes National Recognition Days. The North Jersey Chapter of Jack and Jill also observes the National Recognition Days described below:
National Recognition Days National Observance NJ Observance
Carole Robertson Day September September
Jack & Jill Day September September
Founder’s Day January January
MLK Day of Service January January
Associate Appreciation Program February Not Observed
Father Appreciation Program April Varies
National Black Family Day May September
A. Carole Robertson Day (September)
Carole Robertson was a member of Jack and Jill of America who was killed in the 16th Street Baptist Church bombing on September 15, 1963. In honor of her memory, the Carole Robertson Day is observed annually in September.
B. Jack and Jill Day (September)
Jack and Jill Day originated in 1948 under the direction of Dorothy Height the first National President of Jack and Jill. Each September, chapters all over the country host Jack and Jill Day celebrations.
The North Jersey Chapter combines the Carole Robertson Day with the Jack and Jill Day in September. This annual picnic provides an opportunity for our families to fellowship with one another and serves as a celebratory kick off for the new chapter year. It is also a time to invite prospective mothers to come and meet the families of the chapter. This social and recreational day promotes membership growth of the organization and fellowship of the families.
C. Founder’ Day (January)
Founder’s Day is a chapter wide observance to commemorate the history of Jack and Jill with readings and observance.
Activities may include:
Child’s activity Senior Teen Candle lighting ceremony
Discussion about civil rights and the importance of the struggle of those before us to enable us to have the rights and freedoms we have now
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D. Martin Luther King Day of Service (January)
Martin Luther King Day is an annual day of service for the chapter. Age appropriate volunteer service projects are conducted with each group that include, but are not limited to lunch preparation for the homeless, clothing/toy drives, and card making.
E. Associate Appreciation Program (Not Observed)
Associate Appreciation Day is an opportunity to celebrate our members who have graduated out of the chapter but continue to pay dues and remain involved in chapter activities. The North Jersey chapter does not currently observe this event.
F. Father Appreciation Program (Varies)
The Father’s Appreciation Program is not currently observed in April. However, the Father’s Auxiliary independently plans and conducts activities throughout the year to promote camaraderie and fellowship among its members. Fathers are also recognized, at the end of the year, along with graduating senior teens.
G. National Black Family Day (May)
National Black Family Day is a celebration of Jack and Jill chapters, across the nation, to acknowledge the culture and solidarity of the African American family.
The North Jersey Chapter observes National Black Family Day in September, a tradition that has been long established since the chapter’s founding in 1950.
In addition to National Recognition Days, the North Jersey Chapter annually observes the following events as part of its program year:
H. Kwanza Celebration (December)
The Kwanza celebration is a chapter wide activity to honor ancestors, affirm African principles and celebrate African American culture
I. Black History Month Celebration (February)
The Black History Month celebration is a chapter wide cultural activity designed to increase awareness of black issues and contributions to America.
J. Skills Olympics (April)
Skills Olympics is a chapter wide activity for all groups to learn and demonstrate excellence in educational or artistic endeavors.
K. Junior Teen Moving Up Ceremony (June)
The Junior Teen Moving Up ceremony marks the culmination of a year of activities and events and serves as a rite of passage celebration for rising Senior Teens.
L. Distinguished Mother Celebration (June)
The Distinguished Mother celebration is an opportunity for the chapter to honor one committed and active mother who has been an invaluable contributor to the chapter throughout the year.
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THE NORTH JERSEY CHAPTEROF JACK AND JILL OF AMERICA, INC.
Your children are not your children. They are the sons and daughters of Life’s longing for itself. They come through you but not from you, and though they are with you, and yet they belong not to you. You may give them your love, but not your thoughts for they have their own thoughts. You may house their bodies but not their souls, for their souls dwell in the house of tomorrow, which you cannot visit, not even in your dreams. You may strive to be like them, but seek not to make them like you. For life goes not backward, not tarries with yesterday.
-Kahlil Gibran
Program Handbook EditorsTracy Olivier Flowers, Program Handbook Committee Chair
Natasha GauJean LaMarMargaret CunninghamGayla Wicks Germain
Juanita Thompson
Robyn Dawson Bryant, Chapter PresidentLaurie Carter-Robinson, Program Chair
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