Pacific Coast

About Our Chapter

NCL, Inc., Pacific Coast Chapter is a group of mothers and daughters who have come together in a commitment to community service, leadership development and cultural experiences.
Members shall reside in Huntington Beach Union High School District area. Like all NCL, Inc. Chapters, Pacific Coast aims to foster the mother-daughter relationship by serving its communities together.

Pacific Coast became the 65th chapter of NCL, Inc. and was chartered in 1997 in Huntington Beach, California by a small group of women who had experience with the South Coast (Los Alamitos) Chapter. Officially incorporated on October 30, 1998, the group’s membership has grown to include over 250+ Active and Sustainer Patronesses and Ticktockers. This chapter will forever be grateful to the initial, small group of big-hearted, caring moms who took the lead to build our chapter. We advanced to chartered chapter status in June 2022.

PAST PRESIDENTS:

Marianne Homer, 2025-2026
Laura Rivera, 2024-2025
Heather Akoubian, 2023-2024
Wendy Matthews, 2022-2023
Rachel Dorfman, 2021-2022
Catherine Banks, Founding NCL-PCC President

OUR THREE PILLARS

The NCL Experience Core Program for mothers and daughters (7th – 12th Grades) is built on three main pillars:

Philanthropy: Our desire is to understand and serve communities in partnership with local and national non-profits.
Culture: Our goal is to preserve NCL traditions and core values while appreciating the growth that comes from connecting with different communities and cultures.
Leadership: Our intent is to build capable courageous leaders through opportunities to learn, reflect, and develop.

THE TICKTOCKER EXPERIENCE

Our Ticktocker program offers young women the chance to:

Serve Others: Discover the joy of community service.
Cultural Awareness: Respect and appreciate diverse traditions.
Personal Growth: Develop life skills, maturity, confidence, and compassion.
Leadership Development: Hold officer roles and participate in leadership training
Friendship: Make friends through safe, comfortable, and age-appropriate chapter activities.

THE PATRONESS EXPERIENCE

As Patronesses, we focus on:

Mother-Daughter Bonding: Spending quality time with our daughters and watching them grow
Community Service: Teaching our daughters the rewards of contributing to philanthropies.
Friendship: Building camaraderie with other women in our community through social gatherings

CIRCLE OF EXCELLENCE AWARD WINNER – HONORABLE MENTION

We are proud to share that the Pacific Coast Chapter has been recognized as an Honorable Mention in the 2024–2025 Circle of Excellence Program! This national recognition celebrates chapters that demonstrate exceptional operational standards, deliver strong member value, and create meaningful impact in their local communities.

The Circle of Excellence program honors chapters that exemplify the NCL, Inc. Strategic Plan and uphold a high level of community service and organizational excellence. We are honored to be recognized alongside so many inspiring chapters and are grateful to our members and community partners who helped make this achievement possible.

Together, we will continue to learn, lead, and serve side by side.

TOP PHILANTHROPY FOCUS AREAS

Currently, Pacific Coast Chapter has nearly 250+ members who actively partner with 30+ different non-profit organizations to provide volunteer support and donations-in-kind.

Join Our Chapter

Interested in joining our chapter? Membership opportunities are dependent on chapter openings.

Please complete the Membership Inquiry Form so we can contact you directly. If you know a current chapter member, feel free to reach out to them as well to learn about getting started.

Membership Inquiry Form

For any questions regarding Membership, requests for transfers or assistance with connecting as a Sustainer, email us.

Applications for the 2026-2027 year are open, please fill out Membership Inquiry Form

Applications for membership are accepted during the Annual Membership Drive from January – March each year. We invite you to consider membership with us here at our NCL, Inc., Pacific Coast Chapter, serving the Huntington Beach Union High School District area.

Some things to keep in mind about the membership process:

Timeline: Applications for membership are accepted during the Annual Membership Drive from January – March each year, with the new year starting on June 1.
Residence: A Prospective Member shall reside in or attend school in the Huntington Beach Union High School District area.
Application: A Prospective Member shall only apply to one Chapter.

Date(s) for Informational Meetings (subject to change)

Thursday, January 15, 2026, in Huntington Beach

Please see “Frequently Asked Questions“, for more details about prospective membership application.

Mothers and their daughters (grades 7-12) participate in a program that embraces:

Community Service

We understand and serve communities in partnership with local and national nonprofits. Each NCL, Inc. chapter promotes social awareness by considering the local community’s needs and selecting appropriate non-profit organizations to support through different volunteer activities.

We work with the following philanthropies:

Alzheimer’s Association
American Cancer Society
American Heart Association
American Red Cross
Bolsa Chica Land Trust
Brackens Kitchen
Breast Cancer Angels
Colette’s Children’s Home
Down Syndrome Association of OC
Feeding America
Free Rein
Huntington Beach Art Center
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Oak View Family Resource Center
Operation Gratitude
Orangewood Children & Family Center
Orangewood Foundation
Rancho Los Alamitos Foundation
Robyne’s Nest
Senior Center in Central Park
Share Our Selves
Shipley Nature Center
Someone Cares Soup Kitchen
Surfrider Foundation
Susan G. Komen
WISEPlace

Leadership Development

We build capable, courageous leaders through opportunities to learn, reflect and develop. Our leaders become successful in their education, career and communities by learning the necessary skills during their NCL experience.

Examples of skills developed include:

Confidence
Consensus building
Team building
Conflict resolution
Event planning
Parliamentary procedure

Our Chapter Board of Directors:

President: Carrie Jones
President Elect:
Vice President Membership: Brandi Pucella
Vice President Ticktockers: Heather Ayers
Vice President Philanthropy: Risha Strople
Vice President Chapter Engagement and Inclusion: Marciela Faust
Vice President New Members: Diana Spak
Vice President Communications: Stephanie Holdridge
Secretary: Jenna Ruiz
Treasurer: Rita Lopez
Parliamentarian: Grace Brown

PATRONESS LEADERSHIP

Patronesses have various leadership opportunities, including:

Board Positions: Serving as officers such as President, Vice President, Treasurer, etc.
Grade Level Advisors (GLAs): Supporting Ticktocker classes.
Event Co-Chairs: Leading and organizing chapter events.
Committee Members: Participating in tasks and projects for the chapter

These roles allow Patronesses to contribute to the chapter’s success, foster community service, and strengthen the mother-daughter bond.

TICKTOCKER LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT

Each Ticktocker class has Board Officers and Committee Members. The Ticktockers are trained in parliamentary procedure and conduct their own meetings, with the support of Patronesses known as Grade Level Advisors (GLAs).

Each Ticktocker class year will focus on different areas of leadership development, such as conducting meetings, organization skills, goal setting, public speaking, career building, and personal finance management. Activities of our Chapter include:

7th Grade: Role Modeling, Strength Finding, Self Talk, and Self Care
8th Grade: Being Kind Leaders, Boundaries, and High School Preparation
9th Grade: Brain health, Delegation and Fellowship, and Self Care Essentials
10th Grade: Being Kind Leaders, Presentations, and Budgeting
11th Grade: Safety and Self Defense, Patroness Connections, and Networking
12th Grade: Historical and Current Influences, Preparing for College, and Independent Living

Cultural Experiences

We preserve National Charity League traditions and core values, while appreciating the growth that comes from connecting with different communities and cultures. We continually strive to build stronger ties with our communities and the individuals within them. It is through this understanding that we grow and develop broader worldviews that will shape and support our lives.

Traditions – We celebrate the richness of our history through traditions that honor the past while serving the future.
Values – We embrace values that make us strong as an organization of mother-daughter leaders.
Community Connections – We build connections through experiences that impact our communities.
Etiquette – We encourage and mentor kind, respectful and gracious social conduct.

We participate in a wide range of community events and activities that help us appreciate different cultures and develop a sense of empathy and inclusion. Whether we’re exploring the arts, discussing diversity, or learning about tolerance, each experience helps us grow. We also place a strong emphasis on social and business etiquette, good manners, and respect for others. These activities are part of our Core Program, which guides us in developing leadership skills, serving our community, and growing personally. Through these meaningful experiences, we aim to become confident, compassionate leaders who are ready to make a positive impact on the world around us.

CULTURAL EXPERIENCES BY CLASS:

7th Grade: Dance
8th Grade: Theatre
9th Grade: Museum
10th Grade: Create Art
11th Grade: Music
12th Grade: Class Choice

The six-year journey with NCL, Inc. culminates in a memorable Senior Recognition Night, celebrating six years of growth, dedication to philanthropy, and the enduring mother-daughter bond. This special event honors senior members and their mothers for their service and commitment to NCL, Inc. Additionally, the Mother Daughter Retreat provides another opportunity to recognize and celebrate the unique bond between Senior moms and daughters.

Thank you for your interest in our NCL, Inc., Pacific Coast Chapter

More About NCL Pacific Coast Chapter

Mothers and Daughters Serving Communities Together

WE BELIEVE IN

The Mother-Daughter Bond
Making Philanthropists
Helping Communities Thrive