Chapter History
The Columbus Chapter was among the history makers established in the mid 1940’s as part of the first ten original chapters of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. Founded in 1946, we were the eighth chapter established in the national organization and the original chapter that began the Mid-Western Region.
Edna Mapp was our first chapter president. Charter members were- Mary Anderson, Myrna Beatty, Constance Bruce, Louise Colston, Inez Dillard, Lula Evans, Marie Kent, Constance King, Phoebe Layton, Mary Reid and Variah Thomas.
Two national presidents hailed from the Columbus Chapter: Eleanor DeLoach Brown and Alberta Banner Turner, Ph.D. who also served as the national vice president. Other national officers from the Columbus area include Constance Bruce, who served twice as national corresponding secretary.
The Columbus Ohio Chapter has hosted many regional and national conventions, conferences and clusters, starting with the 2nd National Convention in 1947 including and not ending with the 26th Mid-Western Regional Mothers’ Conference in 2009.
Columbus Chapter is proud to have alumni who designed the logo that was adopted in 1998 and presided as National President of the Jack and Jill Foundation.
Our fundraising efforts have led to the Jack & Jill Foundation grant funds being awarded to local nonprofits within the Columbus, Ohio community.
Edna Mapp was our first chapter president. Charter members were- Mary Anderson, Myrna Beatty, Constance Bruce, Louise Colston, Inez Dillard, Lula Evans, Marie Kent, Constance King, Phoebe Layton, Mary Reid and Variah Thomas.
Two national presidents hailed from the Columbus Chapter: Eleanor DeLoach Brown and Alberta Banner Turner, Ph.D. who also served as the national vice president. Other national officers from the Columbus area include Constance Bruce, who served twice as national corresponding secretary.
The Columbus Ohio Chapter has hosted many regional and national conventions, conferences and clusters, starting with the 2nd National Convention in 1947 including and not ending with the 26th Mid-Western Regional Mothers’ Conference in 2009.
Columbus Chapter is proud to have alumni who designed the logo that was adopted in 1998 and presided as National President of the Jack and Jill Foundation.
Our fundraising efforts have led to the Jack & Jill Foundation grant funds being awarded to local nonprofits within the Columbus, Ohio community.
programs
Programming is the heart of Jack and Jill of America, Inc. The activities and events we take part in each month enrich our lives, nurture our relationships, and benefit our communities. Family and children's activities stimulate growth and development, and aim to provide a constructive educational, cultural, civic, recreational and/or social experience.
Traditional Days of Observance
Traditional Days of Observance
- Carol Robertson Memorial Day honors the life of 14-year old Carol Robertson, victim of the Birmingham bombing at the 16th Street Baptist Church
- Jack and Jill Day celebration event reuniting members and their families after the summer break
- Founder's Day honors National Founder Marion Stubbs Thomas and recognizes charter members who established chapters all across the country
- National Black Family Day celebrates the existence of the black family unit