Virginia Orchard

About Our Chapter

NCL, Inc., Virginia Orchard 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 Loudoun County. Like all NCL, Inc. Chapters, Virginia Orchard aims to foster the mother-daughter relationship by serving its communities together.

The Virginia Orchard Chapter’s current 250+ members contribute over 5,000 volunteer hours annually, supporting more than 25 local philanthropic organizations. Guided by our Mission, we empower mothers and daughters to connect through enriching programs and events, embracing the pillars of philanthropy, culture, and leadership.

NCL, Inc. offers mothers, known as “Patronesses,” and daughters, known as “Ticktockers,” the opportunity to strengthen both mother-daughter and peer relationships through meaningful service to others.

 

TOP AREAS OF IMPACT

Philanthropy is the active effort to promote human welfare. NCL, Inc. Chapters are in service to hundreds of causes across the nation.

 

 

CHAPTER-WIDE PHILANTHROPY EVENT

The Virginia Orchard Chapter held its first-ever chapter wide philanthropy event in November 2025 supporting Generosity Feeds’ efforts to impact local childhood hunger. More information can be found here: NCL_GF_PR_11-2025_pages.pdf.

 

CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION PHILANTHROPY IMPACT

The Virginia Orchard Chapter has received the Centennial Celebration Philanthropy Impact Badge for completing various philanthropic activities throughout the year to make a difference in our community.

THE NCL CORE PROGRAM

Mothers and their daughters (grades 7-12) participate in an enriching program that embraces pillars of philanthropy, leadership, and culture. Many members continue by becoming Sustainers in Forever NCL, a national network of experienced NCL philanthropists. Our core program is ever evolving as we add new partners and programs each year.

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.

Membership in the Chapter requires a commitment of time and service, and carries a financial responsibility. All members hold a Chapter job each year and actively participate as leaders in the operational success of the Chapter.

The value of membership in the Virginia Orchard Chapter lasts a lifetime. The NCL experience uniquely draws women and girls together to focus their minds, hearts, and talents towards creating positive change in their communities and the nation.

Membership Drive – Closed for 2026-2027

Thank you for your interest in joining the National Charity League – Virginia Orchard Chapter. Our membership drive for 2026-2027 is now closed.  To apply for membership for 2027-2028, please check back in January 2027.  

We look forward to meeting you during our membership drive and sharing what makes being a member of NCL so special.  If you have any questions now or throughout the process, please contact us at membershipvirginiaorchard@nclonline.org. 

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 Heart Association
  • American Red Cross
  • Ashburn Fire Department
  • Ashby Ponds
  • Boulder Crest
  • Clean Virginia Waterways
  • Dulles South Food Pantry
  • Dulles South Neighborhood Closet
  • Giving Tuesday
  • HART (Homeless Animals Rescue Team)
  • IAD Honor Flight
  • INOVA Ladies Board
  • JK Community Farm
  • Legacy Farms
  • Letters Against Isolation
  • Loudoun Homeless Shelter
  • Memorial Day Flowers Foundation
  • Mobile Hope
  • Operation Gratitude
  • Operation Homefront
  • Seven Loaves Services
  • Special Olympics
  • Sprout Therapeutic Riding Center
  • TAPS (Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors)
  • Treasure Hound
  • Willing Warriors
  • Women Giving Back
  • Wreaths Across America

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: Joy Ferrara
  • President Elect: Valerie Souchack
  • Secretary: Tina Sullivan
  • Treasurer: Elizabeth Wierzba
    Jessica Harn
  • Parliamentarian: Marlena Blackburn
  • Vice President Communications: Kristin Casad
  • Vice President Membership: Andrea Huppert
  • Vice President Philanthropy: Kendra Bowes
  • Vice President New Members: Jackie Navarro
  • Vice President Ticktockers: Michelle Miller
  • Sustainer Liaison: Angela Wilkinson
    Karen Haddon
  • Vice President Chapter Engagement and Inclusion: Kristin Frese

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.

Participation in a variety of community events and structured activities helps develop cultural competence.

In addition to learning about the Arts and exploring topics such as diversity and tolerance, NCL, Inc. honors its deep roots through activities that allow for the learning and practice of social and business protocol, modern etiquette, and respect for others. Cultural activities are integrated into our Six Year Ticktocker Core Program, encompassing the following suggested areas of focus:

International Cuisine (7th grade)
Museums, Galleries or Gardens (8th grade)
Performing Arts (9th grade)
Visual Arts (10th grade)
Public or Landscape Architecture (11th grade)
Ticktocker Choice (12th grade)