What is Zonta?

Zonta International is a worldwide organization of executives in business and the professions working together to advance the status of women.

What does Our Local Club Do?

The Zonta Club of Malden was organized in May of 1929 and has been active in the Malden Community for over 75 years.

 

What are some of the Zonta Club of Malden's local service projects?

One of our major fundraising events, is an annual "Women Making A Difference" dinner. Each year we honor several women, who have given of themselves the time and effort to contribute and enhance our community.

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What are some of the Zonta International service projects?

Zonta International supports and administrates several different international service projects and/or programs. Each biennium Zonta International sponsors international programs in association with agencies of the United Nations that work to advance the status of women. Most of the programs are in developing nations and are selected by the Zonta International Board and approved by the Zonta International membership. To learn more about Zonta International's International Service Projects for the current and past bienniums visit the Zonta International Web Site for at www.zonta.org

Zonta International also administers several international scholarship programs including: the Amelia Earhart Fellowship Program which provides post-graduate fellowships to women in the fields of aeronautics and aeronautical engineering; the Jane M. Klausman Scholarship Program which provides college scholarships to women in business; and the Young Women in Public Affairs which offers recognition and scholarships on the district and international level for outstanding young women who are making a difference in their world through service.

In addition many Zonta clubs sponsor Z and Golden Z Club Programs that provide mentoring and support for young high school and college aged women. Additional information regarding these and other Zonta International Programs can be found on the Zonta International web site at www.zonta.org.

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When and where does the Zonta Club of Malden club meet?

The Club meets every first and third Thursday of the month at Anthony's of Malden, 105 Canal St Malden at 6:15 P.M.

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Am I eligible for Zonta membership?

Membership is Zonta International is by club invitation to individuals working in a decision-making capacity at least 50% of a normal workweek.

 

How much time does Zonta membership take?

Zonta clubs are service clubs and each club votes on local service projects and fund raising activities. Zonta members are asked to attend monthly club and committee meetings, participate in club projects. In addition opportunities exist to attend one-day annual workshops, a two-day biannual conference or seminar and a week long biannual international convention.

The business and social meetings are generally two hours long. The committee meetings vary in length.

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Who's Who in the Zonta Club of Malden?

How do I find out more?

To find our more about the Zonta Club of Malden,
contact Liz Hart, email: maldenzonta@zontadistrict1.org.