Members Resource Center

Everything you need to participate, volunteer, and stay connected with the Downers Grove Junior Woman's Club. Browse forms, governing documents, branding resources, helpful links, and other tools available to members.

Welcome, Members!

This page is your central resource for forms, documents, and information you'll use throughout the Club year. If you're looking for something you can't find, contact the Communications Committee and we'll be happy to help.

Leadership

2026-2027 DGJWC Board & Committees

Executive Board

President: Kristen Avery

Vice President/President Elect: Maria O’Connor

Treasurer: Samantha Figueroa

Secretary: Lynn Konsbruck

Parliamentarian: Becky Bettinger

Advisor: Emily Heise

Standing Committee Chairs

Communications: Holly Duffy & Emily Heise

Conservation & Community Affairs (CCA): Nicole Robertson & Shannon Siegle

Education: Aubrey Southall

Membership: Kelsey Holt Austin

Health & Wellness: *TBD

Philanthropy: Cathy Lykins

Ways & Means (WAM): Suma Raman & Meredith Van Syckle

Special Committee Chairs

Federation Reporting: Becky Bettinger

Safety Town: Katie Casey

Makers & Merchants Market: Lavinia Morozan

Club Forms

  • Submit a request for reimbursement or payment of approved Club expenses.

    → Open Form

  • Request Club funding or support for a charitable organization or community initiative.

    → Open Form

  • Request the Club send a thoughtful gesture to a member experiencing a significant life event, such as the birth of a child, illness, loss of a loved one, or another important milestone.

    → Open Form

Governance

  • Review the governing document that outlines the Club's mission, membership requirements, leadership structure, policies, and operating procedures. This resource serves as the official guide for how DGJWC is organized and conducts its business.

    → View Document

  • Review the document that outlines our Code of Conduct for Downers Grove Junior Woman’s Club.

    → View Document

Club Resources

  • Access the Club's Illinois sales tax exemption certificate for approved purchases made on behalf of DGJWC. Present this document when making eligible tax-exempt purchases for Club business.

    → View Tax Exemption Certificate

  • Download the official IRS determination letter confirming the Downers Grove Junior Woman's Club's federal nonprofit tax-exempt status. This document may be requested by donors, grant providers, sponsors, or community partners.

    → View IRS Determination Letter

  • DGJWC Brand Standards
    Maintain a consistent look and voice across all Club communications. This guide includes logo usage, colors, typography, photography guidelines, co-branding requirements, and best practices for representing DGJWC in print and digital materials.

    → View Brand Standards

  • Download approved DGJWC letterhead and stationery for official Club correspondence. You can use this template for letters, sponsorship requests, thank-you notes, and other communications representing the Club.

    → Download Official Stationery

Helpful Links

  • Follow our public Facebook page to stay up to date on upcoming events, community service projects, fundraising initiatives, member highlights, and the impact we're making throughout Downers Grove.

    → Visit Our Facebook Page

  • Stay connected with fellow members between meetings. The Members-Only Facebook Group is the place for Club updates, reminders, volunteer opportunities, and member conversations.

    → Visit Member Facebook Group

  • See the Club in action through photos, stories, and event highlights. Follow along to celebrate our members, stay informed, and help share DGJWC's impact with the community.

    → Follow @dgjwc

  • View upcoming meetings, service projects, fundraisers, and special events all in one place.

    → View Club Calendar

  • Explore statewide programs, leadership opportunities, conventions, and resources available through the Illinois Federation.

    → Visit GFWC Illinois

  • Stay connected with district news, leadership updates, educational opportunities, meetings, conferences, and resources that support clubs throughout the 5th and 6th District.

    → Visit the 5th & 6th District Website

  • Learn more about the national organization, its programs, advocacy initiatives, and the impact of women's volunteer service across the country.

    → Visit GFWC