How do you become a member?
In order to join National Charity League, Inc., women and their daughters must be sponsored by current NCL, Inc. members in good standing and be compatible with the chapter members. Membership requires a commitment of time, service and a financial obligation. If after reviewing the questions below you'd like additional membership information, please e-mail
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What are the membership categories?
Members include:
Patronesses: Women with "Ticktocker" daughters in grades 7-12.
Patronesses at Large: Women without daughters in the "Ticktocker" program.
Juniors: Women at least 21 years of age.
Sustaining: Women whose daughters have participated in the Ticktocker program and are no longer active Ticktockers.
What is a Six-Year Plan?
The Six-Year Plan guides Ticktockers through their NCL experience. The plan provides for philanthropic work, educational activities and cultural events.
What are the hours requirements?
Each chapter has minimum hour requirements for each year. Additionally, the range of hours is dependent on grade level and membership standing.
What events are required?
Chapter meetings and the Mother/Daughter Tea are required; however, individual chapters may require attendance at additional activities and events.
What are the financial obligations?
Each chapter sets fees and dues. In general, there is a one-time entrance fee, annual dues, and other incidentals.
What is a provisional member?
A provisional member is a first year member of NCL.
How many members does NCL have?
There are 21,000 members of NCL and growing monthly.
How many chapters are a part of NCL?
Currently there are 73 chartered chapters and 24 prospective or
provisional chapters for a total of 97 chapters nationwide. There are also 9 Juniors Groups nationwide.
Where are NCL chapters?
NCL Chapters can be found in 14 states. California and Texas are home to the majority of NCL chapters.
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