On January 24, 1938, the late Marion Stubbs Thomas founded Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Twenty mothers came together to discuss creating an organization to provide social, cultural and educational opportunities for youth between the ages of 2 and 19. In 1946, 10 chapters were involved in the national restructuring process. The National Constitution and Bylaws were created, and the organization was incorporated in Delaware.

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Today, Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated boasts more than 254 chapters nationwide, representing more than 40,000 family members. Each chapter plans annual programming activities guided under a national theme. The current National Theme is The Power to Make a Difference For All Children: On Mission. On Purpose. Through service projects, Jack and Jill of America creates a medium of contact for children to stimulate their growth and development. 

 

Jack and Jill also promotes the public awareness and interests of child development and rights through lobbying, educational programming, dissemination of education materials, and the organization of community and charitable events.

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