Naperville Junior Woman's Club

What Naperville Junior Woman's Club does

Naperville Junior Woman's Club (NJWC) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit women's volunteer organization founded in 1967 in Naperville, Illinois (EIN 36-3348575). The organization operates as a membership-based service club with approximately 40 members, supported by a tiered corporate sponsorship program (Platinum, Gold, Silver) and individual donations. Its revenue mechanics consist of membership dues, corporate sponsorship fees, donations, and fundraising events; there are no paid staff or product sales.

NJWC's core programs span community service, youth development, and direct grants. Operational programs include Safety Town (child safety education) and Adopt a Senior (a recurring partnership with Martin Avenue Fire Station to support elderly residents). Youth development is delivered through the Juniorettes program, founded in 2016, which engages girls ages 13-18 in leadership and volunteerism and serves as a pipeline into adult membership. Direct-grant activity is delivered via a scholarship program awarding three $2,000 scholarships to recipients.

The organization's go-to-market is relationship-driven: it recruits members from the local Naperville community, solicits corporate sponsorships from local businesses (named Platinum sponsors include Coldwell Banker, AT Staffing, and Big Blue Swim School), and partners with municipal and safety-services entities to deliver programs. Since founding, NJWC has cumulatively directed approximately $1 million into community programs and grants. The model is volunteer-operated, with no disclosed technology platform, and growth is paced by member recruitment and sponsor acquisition.

Name

Naperville Junior Woman's Club

Legal name

Naperville Junior Woman's Club

Website

https://napervillejuniors.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1967

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Naperville Junior Woman's Club is a 501(c)(3) volunteer women's service organization founded in 1967 in Naperville, Illinois, running community programs (Safety Town, Adopt a Senior, scholarships) and a youth leadership track (Juniorettes), funded by ~40 members, corporate sponsorships, and donations.

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akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Naperville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership dues collected from active members, associate/affiliate/honorary past president members, and Juniorettes members through Square checkout platform.
2. Corporate Sponsorships: Four-tiered sponsorship program (Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum) plus Safety Town-only sponsorships. Sponsors receive benefits including event signage, social media mentions, newsletter features, and website recognition.
3. Donations and Fundraising: Tax-deductible donations from individuals and organizations, including Adopt a Senior program donations ($60 per resident per year). Also organizes fundraising events and receives employer gift matching contributions.
4. Scholarship Program: Awards scholarships to graduating high school seniors from Naperville Community School District 203 or Indian Prairie School District 204, funded through donations and sponsorship program.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

The Naperville Junior Woman's Club is a 501(c)(3) women's volunteer service organization that runs a membership program for women interested in community service, a youth volunteer program (Juniorettes) for ages 13-18, a scholarship fund awarding three $2,000 scholarships annually, and the Adopt a Senior Program supporting low-income senior residents. The club also partners on Naperville Safety Town children's safety education programs and accepts four tiers of corporate sponsorships (Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum).

Product overview

Naperville Junior Woman's Club operates as a 501(c)(3) non-profit women's volunteer organization offering a membership program for women interested in community service. The organization runs multiple programs including scholarship awards (Michelle LaFrey Fregoso Scholarship Fund), youth development (Juniorettes for ages 13-18), senior support (Adopt a Senior Program), and community safety education (Safety Town). The portfolio includes various sponsorship tiers (Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum) that businesses can purchase, as well as member dues for Active, Associate, and Juniorettes categories. Additional offerings include fundraising events like the NJWC Egg Drop and membership meet-and-greet socials.

Differentiator

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Functional benefit

Products and services

• NJWC Membership Membership program open to all women committed to volunteerism, with nine General Meetings per year on the fourth Wednesday of each month and various volunteer project opportunities.
• Naperville Juniorettes Youth volunteer program for young women ages 13-18, meeting monthly at Naperville Safety Town to participate in community service projects with elected leadership positions.
• Michelle LaFrey Fregoso Scholarship Fund Annual scholarship program awarding three $2,000 scholarships to graduating high school seniors in Naperville Community School District 203 or Indian Prairie School District 204, based on community service and volunteer activities.
• Adopt a Senior Program Program providing year-round support to Martin Avenue Apartments senior residents including spring blossoms, ice cream social, Thanksgiving dinner, and holiday gifts for $60 per resident annually.
• Naperville Safety Town Community safety education program for children, run by NJWC members, including events like Hoppy Easter and Trick-or-Treat at Safety Town.
• NJWC Egg Drop Annual egg drop event fundraiser selling eggs for participants to construct protective containers.
• Corporate Sponsorship Program Four-tiered corporate sponsorship program (Bronze, Silver, Gold, Platinum) plus a $100 Safety Town-only sponsorship. Sponsors receive benefits including event signage, social media mentions, newsletter features, and website recognition.
• Membership Meet & Greet Social networking events for prospective members including tea party gatherings at local venues such as Le Chocolat du Bouchard.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over $1 million donated to local, state, and national organizations since 1967
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

20 partnerships are on record, tiered core, major, secondary and minor.

• GFWC (General Federation of Women's Clubs)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1967International women's organization dedicated to community improvement through volunteer service. NJWC is part of the GFWC Illinois 5th/6th District. Founded in 1890, GFWC traces its roots to 1868 when Jane Cunningham Croly formed Sorosis after being denied entry to a male-only press club.
• Naperville Safety TowncoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity safety education program for children run by the Safety Town Commission made up of NJWC members and other community members. NJWC hosts events including Hoppy Easter and Trick-or-Treat at Safety Town.
• Martin Avenue ApartmentscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerLow-income housing development for seniors in Naperville. NJWC has partnered with Martin Avenue Apartments for over 40 years, providing spring flowers, ice cream social, Thanksgiving dinner, and holiday gifts to residents.
• Coldwell Banker (Gail Niermeyer)majorGTM or Marketing Partner2026 Platinum Level Sponsor of NJWC. Gail Niermeyer is an agent in Naperville providing sponsorship support.
• AT StaffingmajorGTM or Marketing Partner2026 Platinum Level Sponsor of NJWC. Staffing company supporting the club's philanthropic efforts.
• Big Blue Swim SchoolmajorGTM or Marketing Partner2026 Platinum Level Sponsor and 2025 Platinum Sponsor. Swim school in Naperville providing sponsorship support.
• Grow Wellness GroupsecondaryGTM or Marketing Partner2026 Silver Level Sponsor. Wellness provider supporting NJWC.
• All American Gutter ProtectionminorGTM or Marketing Partner2026 Bronze Level Sponsor.
• PM Pediatric CareminorGTM or Marketing Partner2026 Bronze Level Sponsor. Pediatric care provider in Naperville.
• Graceful Transitions AdvisingminorGTM or Marketing Partner2026 Bronze Level Sponsor.
• Hopvine Brewing CompanysecondaryGTM or Marketing Partner2026 Community Supporter. Has generously donated their private event room for NJWC's monthly General Membership Meetings.
• Hollywood PalmssecondaryGTM or Marketing Partner2026 Community Supporter. Provided venue donation, in-kind donations, and serves as Hoppy Easter Sponsor and Trick or Treat Sponsor.
• The AcoustiholicsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMartin Avenue Apartments sponsor. Donates time to perform at the Martin Avenue Apartments Ice-Cream Social.
• Metropolitan Family ServicessecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerChicago-based nonprofit serving low-income families through community centers and public policy advocacy. Previously received NJWC support.
• Bridge CommunitiessecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization transitioning homeless families to self-sufficiency through mentoring, housing, and supportive services. Previously received NJWC support.
• Families Helping FamiliessecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerOrganization providing apartments and volunteer mentors to homeless families in DuPage County. Previously received NJWC support.
• Loaves & FishessecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerFood bank providing food and support to individuals and families. Previously received NJWC support.
• Mutual GroundsecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal organization that has received NJWC donations.
• CASA of DuPage CountysecondaryStrategic or Co-development PartnerCourt-appointed special advocates organization that has received NJWC donations.
• Special SpacesminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerRecent recipient of NJWC donations.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• Zonta International: Zonta International is a global service organization of professionals that empowers women through service and advocacy. Its local chapters operate with similar structure, fundraising, and scholarship programs as NJWC.
• Soroptimist International: Soroptimist International is a global volunteer service organization for women that improves the lives of women and girls through programs, scholarships, and community projects — directly comparable in mission and member-driven service model.
• American Association of University Women (AAUW): AAUW is a national nonprofit that advances equity for women and girls through advocacy, education, and research, with local chapters offering scholarships and community programs — closely parallel to NJWC's scholarship and community service model.
• Junior League: The Junior League is a national women's volunteer service organization with local chapters focused on community impact, leadership development, and fundraising — directly comparable to NJWC's mission, structure, and member profile.

Broad incumbents

• General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC): GFWC is NJWC's parent federation and a national umbrella for thousands of women's volunteer clubs. It is directly comparable as the overarching network with comparable programs in community service, education, and civic engagement.

Regional players

• The Junior Woman's Club of Evanston: A regional Illinois women's volunteer service club with similar structure, fundraising programs, and community service focus, operating in the Chicago metropolitan area but in a separate geography from NJWC.

Others

• Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce: Local business organization in the same Naperville market that connects corporate sponsors with community causes, representing an adjacent ecosystem player that interacts with NJWC's sponsorship ecosystem.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights5 records

Customer concentration

Compliance1 record

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Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

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