American Legion Post #190
American Legion is an organization for veterans. There are currently 120
veteran members. These men raise funds for Veteran Hospitals and for
the Ripon community.
Commander, Henry De Jong
Phone: (209) 599-4819
Beta Sigma Phi Sorority
Beta Sigma Phi is a culture organization for women in business. Proceeds
from fund raisers are presented in scholarships for Ripon High and Ripon
Christian students.
Membership is by open invitation only.
Presidents:
Sue Malizia 599-7000
Robin Blair 599-6413
Karen Cultera 982-4945
Laura Burgess 599-6075
Ripon Garden Club
Membership of the Garden Club is open to any one interested in gardening,
plant, butterfly, or bird life, as well as floral design and conversation.
Involvement includes: donations for tree planting and land purchases and
participation of the State and National Annual Conversations.
President, Harry Dedini
599-3492
Ripon Junior Chamber of Commerce
Ripon Junior Chamber of Commerce (Jaycees) is a leadership training organization for anyone between the age of 21 and 39. If you are between these ages, with great ideas and an energetic personality, this is the organization for you.
Jaycees
Meetings are held on the first and third Monday of each month. The Jaycees are known for their Annual Children's Shopping Tour. Proceeds are reinstated in the community.
Ripon Lions Club
Meeting are held on the first and third Thursday of each month. Membership
is by invitation only.
The Lions Club is a active club with interest in civil, cultural, social,
and moral welfare of the community.
President, Don Brink
599-5906
Ripon Ministerial Association
This organization is made up of ministers of all faiths located in the town of Ripon. We meet the first Wednesday of each month at noon at a different church. For current information, contact the Ripon Free Methodist Church, 599-4815. The purpose of the ministerial association is two-fold: First, to provide an opportunity for ministers to enjoy a time of fellowship, and Second, to be involved in the activities and events of our community.
Ripon Rotary Club
The Ripon Rotary Club meets every Wednesday at noon. Membership is by invitation only. The Rotary Club raises funds for the Ripon community and international projects. Funds are also generated from members by donations.
Soroptimist International of Ripon
Soroptimist International is a service organization for executive or professional
business women. The purpose of this club is service, principally to its
community, but also to society locally, nationally and around the world.
Membership is by invitation from the members. Meetings are held the first
and third Wednesday of each month at 12:00 noon.
Soroptimist provides an excellent opportunity for women to form networks
and to develop their leadership skills.
Web site: soroptimistripon.com
Ripon Quarterback Club
The Ripon Quarterback Club is a Non-Profit Organization devoted to raising
funds for donating to youth team athletics. Membership is offered
by invitation only.
Meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month at 7:00 p.m.
President: John Franscella
599-4644
Web site: www.riponqbclub.com
Ripon Grange
The Grange is a family organization open to anyone 17 or older. Children ages 5 through 16 are eligible to belong to a junior Grange whether or not they come from a Grange Family. The Grange offers a wide range of locally-oriented programs and activities for all ages.
Meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays at 7 p.m. in the Ripon
Grange Hall on the corner of Milgeo and Ripona Avenues.
Phone: (209) 599-4967
Web site: www.grange.org
