District 58 & 99 Education Grants

DOWNERS GROVE JUNIOR WOMAN'S CLUB AWARDS TEACHER GRANTS TO 22 EDUCATORS ACROSS 14 SCHOOLS

DOWNERS GROVE, ILLINOIS – The Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club (DGJWC) is thrilled to announce the recipients of its 2024 Teacher Grants. This year, DGJWC awarded 21 grants totaling $10,167 to 22 teachers from 14 schools across District 58, District 99, RISE, and Grove Preschool. These grants aim to provide innovative resources and professional development opportunities that enhance the learning experiences of local students.

“The Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club is ecstatic to provide funds to the spectacular educators in our community. We are honored to have this opportunity to support our educators and students, said Annie Sprau, Education Committee Chair for DGJWC.

Meghan Jacobson, President of DGJWC, added, “Awarding teacher grants is one of my favorite projects each year. It’s inspiring to see our teachers create out-of-the-box solutions to improve the learning environment and foster inclusivity in their classrooms.”

This year marks another successful effort to support the exceptional educators of Downers Grove.

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Suzanne Mraz
Downers Grove Junior Woman's Club Demonstrates Generosity During Holiday Season

DOWNERS GROVE, IL—The Downers Grove Junior Woman's Club (DGJWC) has showcased its philanthropic spirit this holiday season, submitting nearly 13 Philanthropy Requests totaling $8,500 in November and December alone. The organization has contributed to local non-profit organizations, including Greener Grove, Lights of Love, and 4Anna Foundation.

The club's Philanthropy Committee reviews monthly donation requests. Approved requests are then presented to the general membership for discussion and final approval. 

Community Assistance Highlights:

  • Provided complete Thanksgiving meals to seven District 58 families

  • Collaborated with Omega and Outpost to support meal provisions

  • Expanded holiday gift support to seven local families through the Elf Shelf fundraiser

  • Partnered with Target in Lemont to assist with gift purchases

  • Committed to supporting Blessings in a Backpack for a second year, providing meals to food-insecure families during spring break

"Our members have once again demonstrated incredible generosity and commitment to our local community," said Meghan Jacobson, president of DGJWC. "We are proud to support local families and organizations during this season of giving."

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Suzanne Mraz
65 & Still Serving

The Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club celebrates a mileston anniversary and its founder

BY VALERIE HARDY | PHOTOGRAPHY BY CAROLINA MENAPACE

DOWNERS GROVE MAGAZINE DECEMBER 2024

On Sept. 24, Emmett’s private party space aptly named the Founder’s Room was packed with women who were pretty in pink. None more so than Shirley Tolbert, however.

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Samantha Figueroa
Downers Grove Junior Woman's Club Announces $35,000 Grant: Funding Aims to Benefit Local Charities

The Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club (DGJWC) announced today that it will be awarding one or more grants totaling $35,000 in support of local charity projects. Non-profit organizations throughout DuPage County and surrounding counties are encouraged to apply.

“The Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club is honored to support deserving charities that share our mission to give back to the community,” said Kristen Avery, Philanthropy Chair for DGJWC. “We have more than tripled the value of grants to award to local organizations that help make the world a better place. This increase is due to the successful fundraising efforts of our dedicated members, the generosity of our corporate partners and our supportive community.”

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