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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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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Downers Grove Junior Woman's Club Announces D58 & D99 Grant Opportunity
The Downers Grove Junior Woman's Club (DGJWC) is pleased to announce the opening of its annual Teacher Grant Program for the 2024-2025 school year. The program aims to support educators in Downers Grove Districts 58 and 99 by providing funding for innovative educational tools, programs, and professional development opportunities.
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Downers Grove Junior Woman's Club Announces $15,000 Grant: Funding Aims to Benefit Local Charities
The Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club (DGJWC) will be awarding one or more grants totaling $15,000 in support of local charity projects. Non-profit organizations throughout DuPage County and surrounding counties are encouraged to apply.
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Downers Grove Junior Woman's Club Awards $20,000 in Scholarships to Deserving High School Seniors
The Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club is thrilled to award 8 deserving District 99 high school seniors $20,000 in scholarships.
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Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club to Host Denim & Diamonds Annual Fundraiser to Benefit Charity Fund and Young Hearts For Life
The Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club (DGJWC) will host their big annual fundraiser on May 4th, 2024 at Neat Kitchen and Bar to raise funds for the DGJWC Charity Fund and their 2024 Charity Partner, Young Hearts For Life.
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New Tools Help 'Make Learning Fun:' District 58 Grant Winners
After receiving grants from the Downers Grove Junior Woman's Club (DGJWC) that will help bring their ideal classrooms to life, several District 58 teachers expressed their gratitude to Patch.
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DGJWC Awards $20,000 in Scholarships to High School Seniors
The Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club (DGJWC) awarded ten area high school seniors with $20,000 in scholarships. This year the volunteer women’s organization increased its annual scholarship program investment by 33%, allowing the Club to award four additional scholarships versus last year.
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Habitat for Humanity Receives $20k Donation from DGJWC
The Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club (DGJWC) announced DuPage Habitat for Humanity as its 2023 Charity Partner, presenting the organization with a $20,000 donation at the Club’s March meeting.
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Junior High Students Recognized with Art Awards by DGJWC
DGJWC recognized seven junior high students for excellence in creative arts.
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Accessibility Kits Coming to Downers Grove Public Library, Made Possible by Donation from DGJWC
The Downers Grove Public Library will be introducing Accessibility Kits to its Anything Emporium in the near future! Funding for this $5,000 project was provided by DGJWC.
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DGJWC Donated over $66,000 to Local Charities from September 2022 to January 2023
The Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club (DGJWC) has donated over $66,000 to local charities and organizations since September, an unprecedented level of giving for the volunteer women’s organization.
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Downers Grove Junior Woman's Club Announces $10,000 in Teacher Grant Opportunities to Benefit Districts 58 & 99 Teachers
The Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club (DGJWC) announced that it will award teacher grants and professional development scholarships to full-time educators in District 58 and/or District 99. The non-profit organization will fund $10,000 in grants, awarding at least 20 grants or scholarships valued up to $500.
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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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Doubled in Growth, Double the Giving
Downers Grove Magazine | By Valerie Hardy | Despite the pandemic, the Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club’s membership and philanthropic contributions to the community have soared over the past two years.
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Downers Grove Junior Woman's Club Announces the Winners of the 2022 Junior High Art Awards
The Downers Grove Junior Woman's Club (DGWJC) is pleased to announce the five winners of their annual Junior High Art Awards.
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Downers Grove Junior Woman's Club Nearly Doubles Education Grants from Previous Years: Awards 17 Deserving Downers Grove Area Teachers
Over the last week, the Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club (DGJWC) Education Committee surprised 17 deserving Downers Grove teachers with education grants.
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2021-2022 Downers Grove Junior Woman's Club Teacher Grant/Scholarship Applications Now Open
The DGJWC is offering 5+ not-to-exceed $500 teacher grants/professional development scholarships to District 58 and/or District 99 full-time educators.
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Downers Grover Junior Woman's Club Awards Six Local High School Seniors with 2021 DGJWC Scholarships
DOWNERS GROVE, ILLINOIS – The Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club (DGJWC) is pleased to announce they awarded their 2021 DGJWC Scholarships to six local high schoolers.
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