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Are You a Young Professional Looking for Something MORE?

What could you gain from joining over 230 other Triangle professionals aged 21 - 40?

A larger business network. Once you join, you'll have access to chapter communication tools that will facilitate your interaction with others. This is a rich networking environment for connecting with other young professionals, whether you're hoping to find new customers or looking for referrals for services you need.

New professional skills. As young adults, many of us are still in the early stages of our careers, or even changing careers. That's why we offer workshops and leadership development opportunities that expand professional knowledge and confidence. Budgeting, project management, personnel management, fundraising, and public speaking are just a few of the skills you can develop or enhance in the Jaycees.

New friends. By participating in projects that interest you, you'll meet people that have similar interests. Some members have even met Mr./Mrs. Right through the Jaycees.

The satisfaction of helping others. We do LOTS of community service and charitable fundraising. The opportunities to serve others and feel good about yourself abound in the Jaycees.

New personal skills. Almost no activity is off-limits for Jaycee project subject matter! Past projects have included interior decorating, financial planning, landscaping, mask making, avoiding identity theft, belly dancing, home buying, … you name it! It always seems a little easier to try new things with a group of people you already know than all by yourself. New project ideas are always welcome!

Great deals on awesome trips. Because we generally bring large groups, we can often negotiate better prices for trips than you could get on your own. Typical annual trips include snow skiing / boarding, camping, whitewater rafting, and a beach trip. Sometimes we'll even go somewhere more exotic, like Las Vegas.

Fun opportunities for sports and leisure. We run several fitness events. These projects vary each year but often include seasonal leagues such as sand volleyball and softball, and individual events such as hiking, cycling, rock climbing, golf, horseback riding, golf, and canoeing.

A new perspective. We sometimes offer projects that explore interpersonal relationships, religious and spiritual issues, international cultures, and other topics that can help you become 'more enlightened.' We also run a book club and a film club, where you can compare your thoughts and insights with others.

Financial Benefits Include:

Training Opportunities: both professional and personal topics covered in seminars that are free or below-market cost

Automatic Memberships in the NC Jaycees, US Jaycees, and Junior Chamber International (JCI)

Discounts on trips: we can often negotiate great deals on our annual ski trip, beach trip, rafting trip, and other trips

Hotel Discounts: Choice Hotels International (Comfort, Quality, Sleep, Clarion, Econo Lodge, Rodeway Inn, or MainStay Suites) give the Jaycees a 20% discount

Technology Services discount: If you are heading back to college or setting up your own business, one of the Jaycee's new Member Benefits may be just the ticket. Expetec Technology Services give U.S. Jaycee members a 15% discount on all technical sales and services.

Discounts on Car Rentals: 10% discount for US Jaycees who rent from Avis. Special rates also offered by Alamo.

Still not convinced? Here's what our members have to say:

"The Jaycees gave me the chance to run a project with a budget of tens of thousands of dollars. Not everything came out the way that I intended, but it gave me the confidence and skills that I needed to direct my career the way that I wanted."

- Phil Rau, member since 2001

"Through the Jaycee contacts, I bought my house, my taxes are done, I have a will, my home is decorated, my car is fixed, my stereo is hooked up to a new system, I even have an assortment of babysitters, but much more important - I have a beautiful group of lifelong friends."

- Lizzie Graybill, member since 1995

"I am very proud to announce that I will be celebrating my 4th year in business next week... The Jaycees have really helped me grow personally and professionally since I joined back in 2002. Having a successful business is great, but what I have really come to embrace is that making a difference is even more important.",

- Rob Ronchetti, member since 2002

"Out of the blue one day, a friend told me 'I'm glad you joined the Jaycees: you smile more now.'"

- Ed Blackman, member since 2004