The West Suburban Chicago Chapter of Jack and Jill was spawned by a group of women who identified a common need for their children.  They sought a vehicle that would expand their socialization with other Black children while simultaneously reinforcing their ethnic pride. The Jack and Jill of America organization answered that need and offered a program that inspired general growth, development and leadership.

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In 1981, after several months of careful planning and recruiting, the Far West Suburban Jays, a provisional chapter of Jack and Jill of America, was established.  With forty-five initial members, we had the distinction of being one of the largest provisional chapters ever formed.

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Although some of the ten originators of this chapter have moved on to other endeavors and geographical locations, we will always be grateful for their invaluable contributions.

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 Yvonne Allen

Rosemary Colson

Anna Hammond

June Jackson

Dorothy McIntosh

Helen Rector

Marlene Rickmond

Helen Smith

Cheryl Sullivan

Simone Wright

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On July 24, 1982, at the Jack and Jill Biennial National Convention, our chapter was granted permanent status pending installation.  On January 15, 1983, in a very poignant and memorable ceremony, we were formally inducted into Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated.

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Today, WSCC is comprised of 72 families and 123 children.  We continue the vision of our original chapter members through active involvement and support of Marie Wilkinson Center, March of Dimes and Naperville Boys and Girls Club and Willowbrook Center.

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The following leaders have served as President of West Suburban Chicago Chapter since 1983.

We thank them for their dedication and leadership.

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Marlene Rickmond - Charter and 1st President

Patricia Jackson

Rosemary Colson

Sylvia Norfloss

Thomasina Johnson

Melody Coleman

Sylvia Evans

Janet Evans

Sharon Gardner

Nina Thornton

Elizabeth Williams

Kim Leslie Bright

Gina Eanes

Terri Ransom

Wanda Miller

Lori Taylor

Latriece Danley

Courtney Wade

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