HOMEWHO AND WHAT:
Since 1927 the Bradenton Jaycees have played an important part in our community, as well as the lives of its members. What is the Bradenton Jaycees? The Bradenton Jaycees is a great organization for young, community minded people between the ages of 21 and 40 of any ethnic, financial, religious, or other type of background. Whether you're looking to help the community, network for business opportunities, build leadership and personal skills, or to meet lots of great people, the Bradenton Jaycees is the place for you!
PAST AND CURRENT PROJECTS:
- Thanksgiving Dinner for HOPE
- Dream Oaks Camp Cleanup - Foundation for Dreams
- Assist Bradenton Salvation Army/Manasota MADD at Manatee County DUI Checkpoints
- Collections for area Ronald McDonald houses
- Fishing trip with unmatched kids from Big Brothers/Big Sisters
- Manpower at Snooty's Birthday party
- July 4th festival on the Manatee River
- Car parking to assist the American Heart Association
- Taste of Manatee manpower for Meals on Wheels
- Easter Egg hunt for Easter Seals
- Fundraisers for the March of Dimes
- Collecting donations to assist foster kids and other children's organizations
- Kid Care ID
- Holiday gifts for local and overseas underprivileged
children
WHY:
Many of our members will tell you that being a Jaycee has been one of the greatest things they could have done for themselves. Some of the things you can get out of the Jaycees: Involvement in YOUR community as well as communities throughout our state, nation and world; great social activities; training sessions to enhance your writing, public speaking, resume writing, and debating skills, as well as opportunities to participate in or create projects that promote personal development and knowledge. Tell us what you are looking for, and we can tell you how the Bradenton Jaycees can be a part of it!
HOW MUCH:
A one-year new membership to the Bradenton Jaycees is $60.00. Your Bradenton Jaycee membership also includes membership to the Florida Jaycees and the US Jaycees. Other benefits include great discounts on various services and products, such as magazine subscriptions, car rentals, credit cards, personal organizers, hotels and insurance, to name a few. Checks can be made payable to the "Bradenton Jaycees". Payment is also accepted through Paypal. Name badges and shirts are available, but not required, and are not included in the membership price. Membership to the Bradenton Jaycees is not tax-deducible as a charitable donation, but may qualify for other deductions - contact your tax authority.
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