Phoenix
About Our Chapter
NCL, Inc., Phoenix 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 the Phoenix metropolitan area. Like all NCL, Inc. Chapters, Phoenix aims to foster the mother-daughter relationship by serving its communities together.
Founded in 1995, the Phoenix Chapter of National Charity League, Inc. is the oldest chapter in Arizona. In 1990, driven by a shared commitment to raising their daughters as strong leaders dedicated to community service, eight women in North Central Phoenix began meeting in their homes to explore starting a local chapter. Their efforts led to the founding of the Phoenix Chapter, which today includes over 300 active members and a vibrant sustainer community. We are especially proud to see granddaughters of our founding members now participating alongside their mothers and grandmothers, continuing the tradition through their six-year journey.
The NCL experience is designed as a six-year program beginning when your daughter is in 7th grade through 12th grade. Our membership is comprised of girls, known as Ticktockers, and their mothers, known as Patronesses. In addition to working closely with their daughters and supporting the local communities, all Patronesses hold a chapter job each year and actively participate as leaders in the operational success of the chapter. We are honored to have the opportunity to offer experiences that result in strengthening the incredible bond girls share with their mothers as a result of their time in NCL.
As a 100% volunteer-run organization, membership requires a meaningful commitment of time, service, leadership, and a financial commitment from its members. Each Patroness serves in a chapter position each year, taking an active leadership role in supporting chapter operations. Ticktockers also hold assigned roles and are expected to carry out their responsibilities with dedication and accountability.
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.
For any questions regarding Membership, requests for transfers or assistance with connecting as a Sustainer, email us.
Frequently Asked Questions
How Do I Apply?
Membership inquires are accepted year-round, but membership applications are only accepted from January 15th – March 1st. Start by filling out the Membership Inquiry Form and someone will contact you to review the membership requirements. Since joining NCL is a six-year commitment starting in 7th grade, we want to make sure you have a clear understanding of the annual responsibilities before applying. We will then send you a link the Membership Application after January 15th when our membership drive opens and applications must be received no later than March 1st. If you have questions, please reach out to our Vice President of Membership at membershipphoenix@nclonline.org.
What is the commitment required each year?
As a 100% volunteer-run organization, membership requires a meaningful commitment of time, service, leadership, and a financial commitment from its members. Our strength comes from the commitment of our members and every member contributes to its success. Membership requires active annual participation, each mother and daughter contributes by serving in chapter roles each year that support chapter operations, assists with planning and hosting grade level meetings, and completing annual service, meeting, and leadership requirements.
Who should apply to the Phoenix Chapter?
Prospective members are mothers and their daughters who are currently in 6th grade-8th grade. Unfortunately, per national guidelines, we are not able to accept new members once they are in high school.
The Phoenix chapter is based in the North Central Phoenix neighborhood and the majority of our meetings are held in the North Central Phoenix neighborhood. Most of our members either live or go to school in the North Central Phoenix neighborhood.
You may only apply to one chapter and you are not permitted to transfer to another chapter after joining, so please consider which of the 10 Phoenix area chapters is the best fit for you and your daughter.
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Where do most members attend school?
Our members mostly attend schools in the North Central Phoenix neighborhood, such as All Saints Episcopal Day School, Arizona School for the Arts, Madison School District schools, Phoenix Country Day School, St. Francis Xavier, St. Thomas the Apostle, Sunnyslope High School, and Xavier College Prep.
Where are the meetings held?
Most of our meetings are held at businesses or meeting spaces in the North Central Phoenix neighborhood.
When can we apply?
Our annual membership drive runs from January 15th – March 1st. Inquiries are accepted year-round, but membership applications are only accepted from January 15th – March 1st. We are not able to accept applications other than during our membership drive.
Timeline:
Membership Drive: January 15- March 1
Prospective Member Information Meeting: Feb 2027 – Date TBD. Submit an inquiry for details.
Applications Due: March 1
Letters of Acceptance Sent: April 1
New Member Orientation. May. Date TBD
New Members Start, Chapter Year Begins: June 1
How many openings are there in each grade?
Each grade level has 30 mother/daughter teams. The first year of membership begins in 7th grade, with applications submitted during 6th grade. This initial year offers 30 available openings as it marks the first year of membership. Openings for girls that are currently in 7th and 8th grade at the time of our membership drive are limited as the classes are currently full and space becomes available only if an existing member choses not to continue.
What grades are open for membership?
Applications are accepted for girls currently in 6-8 grade the time of our membership drive. Unfortunately, we are unable to accept new members once they have entered high school unless they are a sibling of a member.
What if there are more applications than space?
In the event that the number of applications exceeds the spaces available, all non-legacy applicants will be entered into a “blind draw” to determine membership. We do not carry over a waitlist from year to year, but you are welcome to reapply the following year for any grades open to new members.
Can I apply for the current NCL Year?
Applications are only accepted from January 15th through March 1st.
Important Notes:
Applying to the Phoenix Chapter of NCL, Inc. and/or inquiring about membership does not guarantee membership due to class size limitations. Prospective members who have an older sibling in the Phoenix Chapter of NCL, Inc. are considered legacies and are given priority consideration for membership.
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:
- Ability 360
- Amanda Hope Rainbow Angels
- Back to School Clothing Drive of Phoenix
- Be Kind People Project
- Cancer Support Community Arizona
- Dyslexia Road
- Nourish Phoenix
- OCJ Kids
- Phoenix Animal Care Coalition 911
- Phoenix Children’s Hospital
- Ryan House
- Sleep in Heavenly Peace
- Southwest Autism Research & Resource Center (SARRC)
- Southwest Human Development
- Special Olympics Arizona
- St. Mary’s Food Bank
- St. Vincent de Paul of Arizona
- The Miracle League of Arizona
- UMOM
- Valleywise Health Foundation
The Phoenix Chapter has maintained long-lasting relationships with our partnering organizations for over 25 years. As our community grows and develops, our partnerships evolve in dynamic ways. Annually, our mother-daughter teams provide thousands of hours of service in countless ways such as; preparing food boxes for distribution at food banks, hosting holiday events, building beds for children, helping animals find a forever home, and serving meals to people and families who struggle daily with hardships. Our chapter thrives in partnership with these organizations.
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: Amy Scott
- President Elect: Erin Irvin
- Secretary: Barbara Martinez
- Treasurer: Barbara Martinez
Gina Koo - Vice President Communications: Andrea Pederson
Carla Brundige - Vice President Membership: Lori Xeller
Meghan Gilbert - Vice President Philanthropy: Gina Marianetti
Monica Meyerand - Vice President Ticktockers: Kathryn O’Steen
Sarah Weiss - Vice President Chapter Engagement and Inclusion: Araceli Montoya
Luz Gutierrez de Perez
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.
The six-year NCL, Inc. experience culminates with the Senior Recognition Luncheon which marks the culmination of six years of growth, dedication to philanthropic work, and the forging of a mother-daughter bond that will stand the test of time. At this event, senior members and their mothers are celebrated for their service and commitment to NCL, Inc. In addition, we host an annual Mother-Daughter Tea hosted by the 8th grade Ticktockers where the chapter recognizes chapter members for their significant contributions to our community. We hope that one day we will be celebrating you!
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CONTACT US:
Please contact us for more information regarding our Chapter:
General Chapter Information: nclphoenix@nclonline.org
Chapter Membership: membershipphoenix@nclonline.org