The Legacy of National Charity League, Inc.

The history of National Charity League can be traced back to 1925 when a small group of women in Los Angeles, interested in philanthropic work, met together and called 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. Organized under the guidance of Mrs. Bruce Anderson and Mrs. Lawrence, this was the first youth group of Charity League. At the first meeting, the name Ticktockers was chosen by the girls.

 In 1947, The Charity League was incorporated and re-named National Charity League. It was at this time that the mothers chose to take the name “Patroness”.   The reorganized nonprofit corporation became the original mother daughter charity, organized solely for philanthropic, educational and cultural purposes.

 On June 6, 1958, the Los Angeles Chapter amended its bylaws to change its name from National Charity League to National Charity League – Los Angeles Chapter. This paved the way for a new corporation of national significance- National Charity League, Inc. This new corporation was dedicated to expanding its vision and giving more mothers and daughters the opportunity to experience NCL. New NCL, Inc. chapters continued to form, embracing the purpose of NCL and established chapters. National Charity League, Inc. now has over 160 chapters in 17 states with more than 40,000 total members, and in 2013 celebrated 55 years of success and growth. All chapters embrace the philosophy of strengthening the mother-daughter relationship and the communities in which they exist through philanthropic work and the development of future community leaders. We are all proud of our legacy and grateful to that small group of women in 1925.

Our 2023-2024 Board Members

  • President – Jessica Easterly

  • President Elect & Membership Chair – Erin Sebek

  • Ways and Means Team:

                      Event Chairs: Jamie Snively & Christina Zimerman

                      Administrative Chair: Megan Klein

                      Auction Chairs: Heather Arena & Amy Brands

                      Sponsorship Chairs: Jade Arner & Jennifer Lopardo

  • Philanthropy Chair – Valerie Purdy

  • Meeting Management – Tiffany Gray

  • Secretary Chair – Lindsay Rickel

  • Treasurer Chair – Jordan Dullenkopf

  • Treasurer Elect – Kathryn Sharma

  • Publicity Chair – Amy Richards

  • Historian Chair – Marzena Gilbert

  • Parliamentarian Chair – Jessica Purdy-Berg

  • Provisional Advisor Chair – Lucia Shanahan

NCLVCJ Mission

To support children in Ventura County who are receiving care at Children’s Center for Cancer and Blood Diseases at Ventura County Medical Center and also their families who are able to access the resources of Ventura’s Ronald McDonald House Charities Family Room.

Our Vision

For all children in Ventura County to have access to high-quality healthcare close to home and for their families to have access to the psychosocial support they need as their loved ones undergo treatment.

Our Values

  • Leadership: Women-led organization that trains and encourages leadership

  • Community: Engage the Ventura County business and residential communities to participate and give

  • Service: Volunteer-led organization whose members are dedicated to giving their time, skills and resources

  • Transparency: Provide clear information on our fundraising objectives and impact of our contributions

  • Compassion: For the children and families we are dedicated to assisting, for the incredible medical staff and caretakers with whom we partner, for the community that assists us, and for each other as we strive to give our best

 

JOIN US!

Timing

We appreciate your interest in becoming a New Member of the National Charity League, Inc., Ventura County Chapter Juniors (NCLVCJ).

Important 2024 dates include:

  • January 15: Applications available

  • March 23: “Ticket to Paradise” We strongly encourage all women interested in joining NCLVCJ to attend the gala to experience one of the most special and entertaining nights of NCLVCJ history. Please follow social media for up to date information.

  • Mid April/first week of May: New Member Mixer, 6:30pm

  • May 16: Check presentation to VCHFC

  • *REVISED* May 31: Applications due

Eligibility

  • A woman is eligible for membership in NCLVCJ if she is at least the age of 21, she currently resides in Ventura County, she does not have a Ticktocker eligible daughter (daughter in 7th – 12th grade), and shall not have held an Active Patroness status.

  • Selection of members is based upon compatibility with the whole membership.

  • Membership is limited to a total of 45 active and new members.

  • Membership in National Charity League, Inc., Ventura County Chapter Juniors is automatic for any Graduate Ticktocker who presents verification from her original chapter that she completed a minimum of four years in good standing in the Ticktocker program.

Apply

If you’re interested in learning more or applying to join NCLVCJ, please review our New Member Application here. Download a copy and return your completed application to ncljmembership@gmail.com by March 1, 2024. If you have any additional questions, please contact ncljmembership@gmail.com.