About
Who are The Jaycees?
Mission: The Waterloo Junior Chamber (Jaycees) gives young people between the ages of 21 and 40 the tools they need to build the bridges of success for themselves in the areas of business development, management skills, individual training, community service, and international connections.
Vision: The organization will act as a catalyst for furthering the leadership of young professionals in the City of Waterloo and surrounding areas.
The Waterloo Junior Chamber (Jaycees) gives young adults the tools they need to build the bridges of success for themselves in the areas of business development, management skills, individual training, community service, and international connections.
Established to provide opportunities for young men to develop personal and leadership skills through service to others, the Jaycees later expanded to include women, reflecting the growing influence and leadership of women in America.
Jaycees have been a force for good in America and around the world. Locally, Jaycees have raised dollars for causes such as the American Cancer Society, organized supplies for catastrophe relief efforts, volunteered time to improve ball parks and lent a hand to other nonprofits such as Habitat for Humanity and Big Brothers Big Sisters.
The Waterloo Jaycees have been developing young leaders in the Waterloo Community since 1931.
The Jaycee Creed
by C. William Brownfield
We Believe… That faith in God gives meaning and purpose to human life;
That the brotherhood of man transcends the sovereignty of nations;
That economic justice can best be won by free men through free enterprise;
That government should be of laws rather than of men;
That earth’s great treasure lies in human personality;
And that service to humanity is the best work of life.
Members of the Waterloo Jaycees have many opportunities to achieve their goals and develop their skills. Whether you are interested in being a chapter officer, or simply working on a project committee, you will have the chance to learn skills ranging from marketing to personnel management and more! Every member has unique talents to offer, and we provide them the freedom to contribute them in any way, from training other members, to creatively using them in programs and projects.
The Waterloo Jaycees are part of the Iowa State Jaycees, and are affiliated with The United States Junior Chamber and Junior Chamber International. There are countless leadership opportunities for members at each of these levels. The state, national and international organizations support the local chapters around the globe, and provide training and tools to develop their members.
When do the Waterloo Jaycees meet?
The Waterloo Jaycees Board of Directors meets on the first Tuesday of each month. Quarterly membership meetings/trainings are planned throughout the year to provide members valuable educational opportunities. In addition monthly socials, project planning meetings and family friendly gatherings provide members ample activities to be involved.
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How to join the Jaycees
If you would like to join the Waterloo Jaycees or learn more about us and our programs, fill out the application or email us today.