Returning

Active Member

Thank you for continuing to be an active member in the Lemont Junior Woman's Club! Whether you are a newer or veteran member, we value your unique contributions in bettering our club to serve each other and the Lemont community. Fill out the form below so we have the most up-to-date information for you, along with selecting a standing committee membership for the year - Feel free to stay in the same committee or try a new one!

The following is expected of active members:

1. Pay your membership dues ($60) promptly each year.
2. Serve on a standing committee/assist the club in a specific capacity. You must chair at least 1 event/special committee/project/initiative or volunteer for at least 2 events/projects. 
3. Support our Annual Fundraiser in the winter (all club members are expected to participate and buy a ticket/donate towards the event).
4. Attend your standing committee meetings when your committee chair schedules them.
5. Respond to emails or texts sent by the head of your committee within 24 hours.
6. Be willing to hold office, if you are elected.
7. Attend and participate in monthly general meetings. We require that you attend at least 1 out of every 3 general meetings (3 out of 9 meetings from May-April).
8. Make motions to bring business before the board.
9. Vote for amendments or projects that you agree with.  If you are unsure, ask the presiding board member before voting takes place.
10. Mentor new members and make them feel welcome.

*Please review LJWC's standing committee descriptions prior to applying below.

**If you cannot fulfill the active member expectations and have been an active member for 5+ years, you are welcome to become an associate member of the club. As an associate member, you can attend general meetings and club functions, but you will not be able to vote or hold office. Dues for associate members are $75 per year.

***If you will not be able to fulfill the active member expectations and you have not been a member for 5+ years, contact our Membership Chair at ljwcmembership@gmail.com and she will work with you.