About The National Charity League, Inc.


   

The National Charity League, Inc. is a 501(c)3 non-profit national organization of mothers and daughters, dedicated to serving their local communities. The Crystal Springs Chapter was formed in 2005 and chartered in 2007. Our members reside in Millbrae, Burlingame, Hillsborough, San Mateo and Foster City. The Chapter supports the mission and values of NCL, Inc.



National Charity League, Inc. was founded in 1947 in Los Angeles, California. National Charity League, Inc. is currently comprised of 168 Chapters in 17 states with 39,000 members nationwide. It is is the only mother-daughter volunteer force of its kind serving local communities. Each Chapter of National Charity League is incorporated in its state of origin, is lead by an elected Board of Directors, and ultimately becomes a non-profit entity.

The Chapter Board is responsible for determining all aspects of participation for the Chapter members: calendar of meetings, events, activities for the year; dues, attendance, and participation requirements; bylaws, standing rules (operational procedures), philanthropy choices for the Chapter, etc. The Chapter Board of Directors meets once a month to conduct the business of the Chapter.  

The mothers, known as Patronesses, meet monthly in Chapter-wide meetings. Patroness meetings are devoted to philanthropy work, special programs, activities and shaping the future direction of the Chapter. Mothers and daughters together help determine the philanthropic  opportunities we serve. Philanthropic service is the core of our participation. In addition, Patronesses take on leadership roles during their years with NCL, Inc. Each mother commits to leadership position within the Chapter to fulfill their membership requirement. Examples of such positions are Board member, committee chairman or committee member. In NCL, Inc., everyone has a role every year.

The daughters, known as Ticktockers, meet independently. They are organized by grade level, have their own elected officers, and have an adult grade level advisors. Their meetings are designed around the Chapter’s Six-Year Plan that is designed  to promote educational, leadership and cultural objectives through programs, presentations, and field trips. They each have a philanthropic hours requirement, and are required to fulfill some leadership role each year. The Ticktocker program  provides opportunities for girls to learn the joy of giving; to develop and practice leadership and social skills within their peer groups; and to have an awareness and to develop cultural awareness in the community.  


Philanthropy Work

Each NCL, Inc. Chapter considers the local community’s needs and determines the philanthropies to support. This support comes in the form of volunteered time and organizational skills and may involve some fundraising. Chapters are not permitted to fundraise for other non-profits, but they may raise money which they give back to the community.  

Leadership Training  

The leadership-training program teaches basic leadership skills.  Some of the leadership activities of local chapters include:

  • Organizational Skills
  • Team Building
  • Parliamentary Procedures
  • Time Management
  • Consensus Building
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Budget Management and Effective Meeting Management    

Ticktockers experience hands on training throughout the 6-year program, through holding multiple leadership positions and hands on experience serving our philanthropies.    

Cultural Experiences  

Cultural events help develop community awareness and cultural sensitivity. Some of the cultural experiences of local chapters include:

  • Concerts Plays
  • Museums
  • Symphonies, Operas, Ballets and Dance Performances
  • Cultural Centers      

Educational Activities

Educational activities are designed to teach the daughters to be self-assured in social settings, to demonstrate good manners and to respect others. Personal Growth Training College Admissions Advice Exploring Career Development Mother - Daughter teas and luncheons Service Awards and Senior Recognition  

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