Welcome to Joliet Junior
Woman’s Club
The Joliet Junior Woman’s Club (JJWC) is a not-for-profit organization serving Joliet and the surrounding communities. Our group meets monthly to plan a variety of service and fundraising projects throughout the year. Our community volunteer work is focused in the following areas: Fine Arts, Conservation, Education, Home Life, Public Issues and International Outreach, Health, Publicity, and Hospitality.
Members are a diverse group of women of different ages and backgrounds who all share an interest in helping others while having fun.
Interested in making a difference in a woman or child's life?
Our Mission
To be a visible, viable, involved organization serving the diverse needs of the Joliet community, while creating a nurturing environment in which members can develop their potential.
General Federation of Woman’s Clubs
The Joliet Junior Woman’s Club is a member of The General Federation of Women’s Clubs, which was established in 1890. It is an organization with international affiliation dedicated to community improvement by enhancing the lives of others through volunteer service.
Our History
The Joliet Junior Woman’s Club began in 1958. We are proud of our tradition of serving the Joliet and surrounding community.
Learn more about GFWC’s rich history by visiting GFWC here or learn more about GFWC-Illinois here.
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News & Announcements
Feature: Herald News
We’re so honored to be featured in the Herald-News on October 28th, 2021. Stephanie Lega Perella of Joliet wants people to know the Joliet Woman’s Club has remained active through the pandemic. "We are resilient and determined to keep making a difference"...
Volunteering: Northern IL Food Bank
The night of October 27th club members and several of their school aged children came together to volunteer at Northern Illinois Food Bank.We worked in teams breaking down crates, delivering a weeks worth of food to cars in line for pick up, cleaning, and...
GFWC Roots
Founded in 1890, GFWC’s roots can be traced back to 1868 when Jane Cunningham Croly, a professional journalist, attempted to attend a dinner at an all-male press club honoring British novelist Charles Dickens. Croly was denied admittance based upon her...
News & Announcements
Feature: Herald News
We’re so honored to be featured in the Herald-News on October 28th, 2021. Stephanie Lega Perella of Joliet wants people to know the Joliet Woman’s Club has remained active through the pandemic. "We are resilient and determined to keep making a difference"...
Volunteering: Northern IL Food Bank
The night of October 27th club members and several of their school aged children came together to volunteer at Northern Illinois Food Bank.We worked in teams breaking down crates, delivering a weeks worth of food to cars in line for pick up, cleaning, and...
GFWC Roots
Founded in 1890, GFWC’s roots can be traced back to 1868 when Jane Cunningham Croly, a professional journalist, attempted to attend a dinner at an all-male press club honoring British novelist Charles Dickens. Croly was denied admittance based upon her...
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Membership Spotlight
Member Spotlight: Tammie Terry
I learned of JJWC through Kim Vogen, a friend from my church. After hearing about who they are and what they do for the community, I really felt like it was a great fit for me. I can honestly say that I was not wrong! My favorite event is Cause For Celebration and...
Member Spotlight: Katrina Nolan
I used to work in communications for the Will County State’s Attorney’s Office and the Will County Children’s Advocacy Center. One day I was asked to take photos when JJWC stopped by to deliver the philanthropy check to the CAC. I thought it was so cool how our...
Member Spotlight: Kris Honiotes
I first learned about JJWC when I was looking for a way to help my community. I read the website and thought it sounded like a club that I would be interested in. I then learned that a coworker was a member, and that was all that I needed to attend my first meeting. I...