Civic Engagement

Last Minute Angels

This is one of BJWC’s core annual projects. Members sponsor children through local Angel Trees. They then buy what is specific on each card so that the children can have a Christmas that they might not otherwise be able to experience. Typically the club women ensure that each child receives a new winter coat, at least one outfit and a requested toy/gift.

Members Participating: 8 Volunteer Hours 15

Montgomery County Christmas Store

Members volunteer their time each December to support the Montgomery Country Christmas Store (MCCS). The MCCS assists over 1,500 low-income families in Montgomery County and allows them to have a holiday shopping experience characterized by choice and dignity. Members assist in numerous volunteer positions such as hostesses, guiding shoppes through the store, department workers who help shoppers select clothing, books and toys in their assigned department as well as checkout volunteers who assist with store operations.

Members Participating: 4 Volunteer Hours 29.5

Cinderella Project

The Cinderella Project is a program hosted by the YMCA at Virginia Tech which allows high school students to shop for prom attire. Members help collect gently used prom dresses, suits and tuxes to support the program. Additionally members volunteered at the boutique weekends assisting shoppers in trying on formal attire.

Members Participating: 4 Volunteer Hours 37.5