Information for Prospective Members

 

The Wellesley Service League welcomes new member candidates who are willing to give enthusiastic support to our program of community service.  We maintain a total membership of approximately 75-80 members for each service year.  In addition to fulfilling the mission of the League by providing volunteer services, each member has an opportunity to make meaningful friendships with a diverse group of women.

WSL Barn

The original home of Wellesley Service League in 1927

 

How to Join the Wellesley Service League

All prospective members must have a Service League sponsor and submit an application by the application due date (generally in March). Membership in the Wellesley Service League requires that you have a sponsor, primarly because we want to be sure you understand the mission, services, hour requirements, and financial obligations of the League before making the commitment to join.  If you don't know a current or former Service League member, we can help you secure a sponsor to usher your application through the processs.  The number of new members accepted each year varies depending on how many people rotate out of their years of service, and we do keep a waiting list if we have more applicants than we can accommodate.  

If you are interested in discussing prospective membership, please contact the WSL Membership representative at WellesleySLMembership@gmail.com.

In order to qualify as a prospective member, you must:

  • Obtain a sponsor who is a current or former member of the League.
  • Be at least 25 years old by the application due date.
  • Reside in Wellesley.

Membership Requirements:

  • A five-year commitment is expected of all current members.
  • Attendance at our monthly meetings ("Barn Meetings") is required. These are generally held the first Friday of each month, September through June, at 9:00am. 
  • Current members are required to log 65 hours of service per service year. This is an average of 6-7 hours per month, September through June. 
  • All current members pay annual dues and a Fall Kick-Off meeting fee. (Note: the dues and fees can be waived in cases of financial hardship.)
  • In the event a member is unable to fulfill a service commitment due to a conflict, that member is required to find her own substitute.
  • First year members (Provisionals) are required to attend Provisional Orientation Week in September.
  • Provisionals are required to commit a minimum amount of hours to each service of the Wellesley Service League during their first year to become acquainted with all services.
  • Provisionals host a luncheon/tea in May for the Friendship Circle ladies.
  • All members must abide by the By-Laws and Policies.




WELLESLEY SERVICE LEAGUE
219 WASHINGTON STREET
WELLESLEY HILLS, MA  02481
ReachWSL@gmail.com

 

 

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