The Jaycees is an organization of active young people improving their leadership ability and business skills through constructive action in projects of community service and leadership training courses.
“To contribute to the advancement of our community by providing the opportunity for young people to develop leadership skills, social responsibility, and the fellowship necessary to create positive change.”
- Jaycee’s Mission
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The Jaycees ARE...
- Young people between the ages of 18 and 40.
- Dedicated to community improvement and personal betterment.
- The fastest growing young people’s organization in the world.
- A stimulus to community spirit.
- A group that will readily accept the challenge of different community projects.
- International – in seventy countries in the free world.
- Recognized by government and business leaders at every level as an organization, which develops new community leaders, through constructive action.
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The Jaycees ARE...
- NOT...A Chamber of Commerce (although we often work together).
- NOT...A political organization (although many members, as individuals, become active in their chosen political parties).
- NOT...Restricted as to the type of projects, or required to conduct specific projects.
- NOT...Restricted as a membership organization. (You're welcome no matter your Race/Color, Disability, National Origin, Religion, or Sex)
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Board Members
- President: Rebecca Hagge
- Business Vice President: Lucinda LaPierre
- Individual Development Vice President: Anne Fraher
- Community Vice President: Andrew Ollis
- Membership Vice President: Nicole Issert
- Secretary: Jackie Teske
- Treasurer: Raquel Holody
- State Director: Randy Outhouse
- Chairman of the Board: Carol Cademartori
- Communications Director: Jeffrey Hogard
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Why not you?
Join the Jaycees and Make an Impact. We provide the opportunity to create positive change in our communities and in the world. The Jaycees are a great way to meet people, expand your professional network, develop new skills and contribute to society. We have local chapters throughout Illinois, the United States and the World. Become a member today.