Batavia Mothers' Club Foundation to hold new member open house

Mothers who are looking for a way to become involved in the community and meet other moms are invited to a new member open house for the Batavia Mothers' Club Foundation.

The open house will be held at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 12, at a member's home.

To RSVP and for more information, email membership@bataviamothersclub.org or call (630) 748-1501.

The Batavia Mothers' Club Foundation is a philanthropic organization dedicated to helping children and families in Batavia and surrounding areas to succeed. The club began in 1934 when a group of young mothers decided to form a book study group. Over time, the group developed a community and philanthropic focus, which led to 501(c)3 status. Throughout the year, members participate in activities including BatFest, Art in Your Eye, coat and food drives, and the Access Toy Drive, as well as the club's three fundraisers - the Autumn Craft & Vendor Show in October, the Bunco Charity Night in February, and the Fox Trot 5K/10K Run in April.

Members are required to pay annual dues of $30, serve on a standing committee, participate in philanthropic and community relations activities, volunteer at each of our fundraisers, and attend monthly meetings. Meetings are held at 7 p.m. on the first Wednesday of every month, September through May, at the Batavia Public Library, 10 S. Batavia Ave.

The Batavia Mothers' Club Foundation is a nonprofit organization, founded in 1934, dedicated to improving the quality of life for children in the Fox Valley area. Each year, the club donates over $25,000 to local charities, including the Batavia Clothes Closet and the Batavia Interfaith Food Pantry, whose activities support this mission. The foundation is open to all mothers in the area who are interested in local philanthropic, service and fundraising, and recreational activities. Visit www.bataviamothersclub.org for more information.