# Pasadena Jaycees > Leadership Training Through Community Service ## Pages - [Escribe una carta](https://pasadenajaycees.org/operation-santa/escribe-una-carta/): Escribe Tu Carta a Santa Si desea recibir un regalo de Santa este año, complete el formulario a continuación con su carta y asegúrese de estar en casa el 24 de diciembre entre las 16:30 y las 20:30 para la entrega. Si tiene alguna pregunta, envíe un correo electrónico a opsanta@pasadenajaycees.org. NOTA: Haremos todo lo posible para que Papá Noel y sus elfos entreguen los juguetes el 24 de diciembre, pero no podemos garantizarlo. Existe una pequeña posibilidad de que no lo recibamos debido a circunstancias ajenas a nuestra voluntad. Preste mucha atención al ingresar su dirección, código de acceso […] - [Volunteer for Rose Bowl Program Sales](https://pasadenajaycees.org/rose-bowl-program-sales/volunteer-for-rose-bowl-program-sales/): Rose Bowl Program Sales Volunteer Sign-Up Game Day and Pre-Week sign ups are currently closed. - [Kasukabe Homestay Application](https://pasadenajaycees.org/japanese-homestay/kasukabe-homestay-application/): Japanese Homestay Application Sign ups are currently closed. - [My account](https://pasadenajaycees.org/my-account/) - [Checkout](https://pasadenajaycees.org/checkout/) - [Cart](https://pasadenajaycees.org/cart/) - [Shop](https://pasadenajaycees.org/shop/) - [Volunteer for Operation Santa](https://pasadenajaycees.org/operation-santa/volunteer-for-operation-santa/): Operation Santa Volunteers Spread the festive spirit of the holidays by getting involved in this amazing project! Join the committee, volunteer to be a Santa, elf or Mrs. Claus, help sort toys, and more! Sign up below if you are interested in getting involved with the project! We will be in touch with more details as Operation Santa gets closer. Check out our FAQ to answer any questions you might have right now. Or email volunteer@opsanta.com with any questions. 2025 Sign-ups are now open! Click here to sign up! - [Bowling Tournament Fundraiser](https://pasadenajaycees.org/bowling-tournament-fundraiser/): Fundraising Project Bowling Tournament Join the Pasadena Jaycees for our annual bowling tournament, a fun-filled event that supports our community service projects. Your participation directly helps fund initiatives like our annual Thanksgiving food drive, Operation Gobbler, and our toy drive for families in need, Operation Santa. Enjoy an evening of bowling, music, food, and raffles! Not a bowler? No problem—you can still come mingle, participate in our auction, and support a great cause. Join us as an individual bowler (includes one bowling ticket, raffle ticket, shoe rental, and food), come as a spectator (includes admittance and a raffle ticket), or […] - [Write a Letter](https://pasadenajaycees.org/operation-santa/write-a-letter/): Translate this page: Write Your Letter to Santa If you’d like a gift from Santa this year, please complete the form below with your letter and be sure to be home on December 24 between 4:30pm and 8:30pm for delivery! If you have any questions, please email opsanta@pasadenajaycees.org. PLEASE NOTE: We will make every effort to have Santa and his elves deliver toys on December 24, but we cannot guarantee it. There is a small chance we will miss you due to circumstances beyond our control. Pay close attention to entering your address, gate code or other access details and phone […] - [Japanese Homestay](https://pasadenajaycees.org/japanese-homestay/): International Exchange Japanese Homestay In 1985, the Pasadena Jaycees began a homestay exchange program with the Jaycees in Kasukabe, Japan (about an hour outside of Tokyo). Alternating host locations every summer, one chapter sends Jaycee members along with local high school and college students to experience the other’s country and culture. Visitors stay in the homes of volunteer hosts to get the full-immersion experience. The host chapter plans group activities, including sight-seeing, community service, and an overnight trip to a nearby city. High school students who accompany Jaycees on the trip will take part in a cultural exchange event with […] - [Rose Bowl Program Sales](https://pasadenajaycees.org/rose-bowl-program-sales/): Earn Money Volunteer on Game Day Join the Committee Buy a Program Fundraising Project Rose Bowl Program Sales Be part of the excitement at the oldest football game in America and raise money for your organization! Ring in the New Year at the Rose Bowl Game with over 90,000 excited fans by helping the Pasadena Jaycees sell official game programs. As our chapter’s main fundraiser, the money we raise helps support all of our amazing projects. For more information please email programsales@pasadenajaycees.org. Earn Money for Your Group Volunteer at the Rose Bowl Purchase Programs Earn Money for Your Group Earn Money […] - [Five Acres Summer Party](https://pasadenajaycees.org/five-acres-summer-party/): Community Project Five Acres Party The Pasadena Jaycees host an annual party for the children of Five Acres, a foster care home in Altadena. This event, typically held in early summer, is designed to provide a fun, supportive day for the children. The party includes activities like sports, arts and crafts, and water games. An educational STEAM activity is also part of the program. Lunch is provided, often donated by a local business, along with treats like popcorn and snow cones. The aim of this project is to provide foster children a sense of joy, community, and normalcy to build […] - [Operation Gobbler](https://pasadenajaycees.org/operation-gobbler/): Community Project Operation Gobbler Since 1987, the Pasadena Jaycees have partnered with the Friends in Deed to provide hundreds of low-income families in the Pasadena area with ingredients for a Thanksgiving meal. To achieve this, the Jaycees solicit corporate sponsors and collect donations from community members and businesses. Volunteers sort the food and distribute them to appreciative families the weekend before Thanksgiving. Be a part of Operation Gobbler. Volunteer registration for this year’s event is now closed. We look forward to your support next year! Email us at opgobbler@pasadenajaycees.org to join our committee or for any additional questions. See below […] - [Operation Santa](https://pasadenajaycees.org/operation-santa/): Translate this page: Write a Letter Volunteer Donate Spread the Word FAQ Community Project Operation Santa As the Pasadena Jaycees’ longest running project, Operation Santa has touched the lives of thousands of children since 1934. And it all starts with a letter. Children in Pasadena send letters to Santa, toys are purchased and donated, and hundreds of volunteers, dressed for the occasion as Santa, Mrs. Claus, and elves deliver thousands of toys to children’s homes on Christmas Eve. While Operation Santa was originally rooted in the Christmas holiday, children from all backgrounds and religions are encouraged to write letters to […] - [Contact](https://pasadenajaycees.org/contact/): Contact Us Office Location:474 W Walnut StreetPasadena, CA 91103 Get In Touch:info@pasadenajaycees.org626-792-5146 Please note that this is a message line and as a volunteer organization, we do not have a full-time staff. Messages are checked and returned on a regular basis. The best way to get in touch is via email. Follow Us: Instagram Facebook Meetup Link - [Calendar](https://pasadenajaycees.org/calendar/): Subscribe on ICal - [Become a Member](https://pasadenajaycees.org/become-a-member/): Get Involved Become a Member Why join? So many reasons, so many opportunities! Membership Benefits Membership Requirements The Pasadena Jaycees are all about community service in Pasadena, networking with others who care about their community, and developing leadership skills. We do all of this while having an amazing time and building great friendships. Founded in 1929, the Pasadena Jaycees are a respected and well-loved Pasadena institution. We have won numerous awards for our service projects, including the Salvation Army Other’s Award and the 5 Acres Special Service to Children Award in 2013. The Pasadena Jaycees received the Howard Memorial Award […] - [Donate](https://pasadenajaycees.org/donate/): Donate to the Pasadena Jaycees Foundation Your generosity helps us make a real difference in the Pasadena community. Since 1929, the Pasadena Jaycees have been dedicated to service projects like delivering toys on Christmas Eve, providing Thanksgiving meals to those in need, and hosting events for foster children. Your tax-deductible donations make these vital programs possible, and every penny counts. The Pasadena Jaycee Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Our Tax ID is 95-4590064. Donate Online Now! Quickly Donate Now! Here are the easiest ways to support our mission: Donate via PayPal Direct donate via our PayPal.me link or send […] - [What We Do](https://pasadenajaycees.org/what-we-do/): Supporting Our Community Whether you just want to dip your toe in or you’re ready for a leadership role, becoming a part of one of our long-standing community service projects or fundraising efforts is a great way to get involved. Five Acres Summer Party for Foster ChildrenJapanese Homestay ProgramBowling Tournament FundraiserOperation Gobbler Thanksgiving Food DriveOperation Santa Toy DriveRose Bowl Program Sales We also regularly partner with other vital organizations like Union Station Homeless Services, Los Angeles Food Bank, and Friends in Deed to amplify our efforts, and we typically host fundraising events to help cover the costs of our projects. […] - [History](https://pasadenajaycees.org/history/): Part of Pasadena Since 1929 A History of the Pasadena Jaycees The Pasadena Chapter of JCI was founded in 1929, and is one of the oldest Jaycees chapters in the country. A group of young men called upon William Dunkerly, the manager of the Chamber of Commerce, to help organize a service group. With assistance from the Los Angeles Jaycees and their immediate past president, Durward Howes, Sr., who was also a Vice President in the United States Jaycees, the Pasadena chapter was born. By 1930, the Pasadena Jaycees’ membership had swelled to 161, with the chapter running projects to […] - [Foundation](https://pasadenajaycees.org/foundation/): Pasadena Jaycees Foundation The Pasadena Jaycees Foundation was launched in 1994 to provide funding support for the community service activities of the Pasadena Jaycees, an organization for young professionals that has been serving the community of Pasadena since 1929. Each year the Jaycees engage in service projects that are designed to preserve and enhance the lives of disadvantaged youth, families, and seniors in the greater Pasadena area. Mission Statement: The mission of the Pasadena Jaycees Foundation is to support and enhance the philanthropic endeavors of the Pasadena Jaycees. We are dedicated to securing resources and fostering partnerships to enable the […] - [Board of Directors](https://pasadenajaycees.org/board-of-directors/): Board of Directors 96th President Claire Pukszta Claire is proud to be the 96th President of the Pasadena Jaycees in 2025. She has been a member since 2022 and previously served on the board as the VP of Marketing and Director of Community. When she’s not at Jaycees events, you can find her working professionally at a major streaming service, sewing her latest cosplay, or racing triathlons. cpukszta@pasadenajaycees.org Treasurer Matt Brunner Matthew works as a Paraplanner in a financial advisory practice of Ameriprise Financial. He joined the Jaycees in 2023 and immediately became involved, chairing our Operation Gobbler project that […] - [FAQ](https://pasadenajaycees.org/faq/): Frequently Asked Questions Who are the Pasadena Jaycees and what do we do? What kind of projects do the Pasadena Jaycees do? What charities/causes do the Pasadena Jaycees support? Do you have to be a member to attend a Pasadena Jaycee event? Do you have to live in Pasadena to be a member? Is there an age requirement to be a member? How much are membership dues? How can local businesses or other nonprofits work together with the Pasadena Jaycees? How do I join the Pasadena Jaycees? I just became a member. Now what? Who are the Pasadena Jaycees and […] - [Who We Are](https://pasadenajaycees.org/who-we-are/): FAQ Meet the Board Foundation History Who We Are To put it simply – the Pasadena Jaycees are young professionals dedicated to being a positive force in Pasadena through leadership and community service! The Pasadena Junior Chamber of Commerce (aka the Pasadena Jaycees) is a local chapter of Junior Chamber International (JCI), a global nonprofit organization of active young citizens who are committed to creating a positive impact in their communities. We are one of many chapters internationally and within JCI California. We are an organization made up of young professionals between the ages of 21 and 40 who want to […] - [Pasadena Jaycees](https://pasadenajaycees.org/): The Pasadena Jaycees are a diverse group of 21-40 year olds who are committed to shaping our neighborhoods and ourselves through impactful community service. From local projects to an exchange program in Japan, we’re building something bigger than ourselves. This isn’t just about volunteering; it’s also about expanding your world, forging lifelong friendships, and gaining leadership training. Oh, and having lots of fun along the way. We’re young. We’re fun. And we get things done. If you’re looking to connect, give back, take charge, and have fun, come check out our next event! Who We Are What We Do Supporting […] ## Products - [2026 Rose Bowl Program](https://pasadenajaycees.org/product/rose-bowl-program/): Programs are $10 each, plus shipping and handling (shipping is priority shipping via USPS with tracking and insurance). Shipping is limited to the United States. If you are outside the U.S. please email programsales@pasadenajaycees.org and we will see if we can accommodate your request. Programs will begin shipping AFTER the game in early January 2026. [comment]: # (Generated by Hostinger Tools Plugin)