The Folsom Chapter of National Charity League, Inc. (NCL), the nation’s premier mother-daughter volunteer organization, recently held their annual Mother-Daughter Tea and Senior Recognition at the Granite Bay Golf Club.
In attendance were over 130 members of the Folsom chapter which includes mothers and daughters in grades 7th through 12th. The tea is an annual tradition dating back to 1947 and serves as a framework to cultivate NCL’s core values and strengthen the mother-daughter bond while practicing the art of etiquette.
The graduating class of 2024 were honored during their Senior Recognition with acknowledgment of completing the 6-year core program from 7th through 12th grade and awards for service hours. Opal Simmons received the highest honor for completing the most philanthropy hours throughout her entire NCL experience. Opal volunteered almost 300 hours volunteering in our community and spent an additional 120 hours on various NCL & leadership activities.
Established in Los Angeles, California in 1925, and incorporated in 1958, National Charity League, Inc. is the nation’s premier mother-daughter non-profit organization. By incorporating mission-based programming, National Charity League develops socially responsible community leaders and strengthens the mother-daughter bond through leadership, philanthropy, and culture. National Charity League recognizes the importance of diverse perspectives and experiences to meet the needs of the communities it serves.
Currently, the philanthropic organization has over 200,000 members and alumnae in over 300 chapters across the nation. Last year, members contributed nearly 3 million volunteer hours to more than 6,000 local philanthropy partners and their chapters, resulting in a $87 million fiscal impact. National Charity League proudly celebrates its 100th anniversary in 2025.
Do you want to make an impact in our local community? Visit www.nationalcharityleague.org to find more information on how to get involved.
