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Marion Stubbs Thomas founded Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated on January 24, 1938, in Philadelphia to provide social, cultural, and educational opportunities for African American youth ages two to nineteen.

The Indianapolis Provisional Chapter held its first organized meeting on April 3, 1951, and was officially installed on September 8, 1951, becoming the 33rd chapter nationally and 7th chapter of the Mid-Western Region.

The Indianapolis Chapter's current membership includes 71 mother members, 133 children, 39 teens, 67 fathers, 5 associate members, and 13 life members.

Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated operates over 220 chapters nationwide representing more than 30,000 family members engaged in annual programming activities guided under national themes.

The Senate recognizes the Indianapolis Chapter as a historic African American organization that continues to benefit African American youth through social, cultural, and educational endeavors.