The Delaware Jaycees have been an
active and vital part of our state for over sixty years.
The goal of the
Jaycees is to build tomorrow's leaders today through community,
individual, and management development.
Community - You are probably most familiar with the Delaware Jaycees'
community projects. These can range from large, nationally based projects
to very small efforts that help 1-2 people. We generally support causes
that our members are interested in or those that are greatly needed in the
community. Past projects where the Delaware Jaycees have either sponsored
or been involved with include the Blue Gold Football Game, the Wilmington
Christmas Parade, Separation Day in Historic New Castle, Thanksgiving and Christmas
food basket programs, American Cancer Society Relay for Life, Easter Seals
Volleyball Challenge, and Care for Kids Run/Walk.
Individual - Our members grow both socially and intellectually through
a variety of fun projects we do. These include monthly socials and dinners
at area restaurants and taverns, camping trips, golf outings, cooking and mixology classes, CPR, defensive driving, financial seminars, and
beer/wine tastings.
Management - As a part of the United State Junior Chamber,
our roots are based in improving the business skills of our members. All
members have the opportunity to improve their organizational and budgeting
skills by chairing projects. Other members improve their public speaking
and people skills by taking an office and helping to lead the
organization. In all cases, there is an on-going mentorship between
experienced and newer members.
Today, there are over 100 individuals involved in our
Wilmington,
New
Castle,
Middletown and
Dover chapters (please click on Local Chapters link to see their websites
and learn more about their projects). If you are interested in
joining one of these chapters or are from any other part of Delaware, please contact the
State President,
Frank Dowling. We thank you for
your interest in the Delaware Jaycees and look forward to welcoming you at
a future event! |