History of the Infant Welfare Circle of King's Daughters
The International Order of the King's Daughters and Sons is an international ans interdenominational organization of Christian men and women dedicated to service in Christ's name.
In 1886, Margaret Bottome founded the organization in New York City. After witnessing a tragic event, she was inspired to create a society of women who would be available to help others and provide material or spiritual assistance. With the help of Dr. Everette Hale, a prominent clergyman, and four of Bottome's friends, they recruited others and began their next meeting with ten members. At this meeting, the name "King's Daughters" was set and the purpose of the group was defined as the "development of spiritual life and the stimulation of Christian activities".
In 1887, men began seeking admission to the society, which then became known as the King's Daughters and Sons. In 1888, the organization became international as societies were formed in England and Canada. In 1900, Junior circles were formed under the supervision of the senior circles.
The Appleton Little Women's Circle of King's Daughters is comprised of 36 sophomores, juniors, and seniors from Appleton North, Appleton East, Appleton West, and Xavier High School. An adviser from the Appleton Women's Circle supervises our meetings and provides guidance for our group. The primary purpose of this group is to learn of community needs and to help meet these needs. Membership in this group young women the opportunity to experience working together for our community through group volunteer activities as well as raising funds for charitable purposes, through our annual Spree dance.
In 1886, Margaret Bottome founded the organization in New York City. After witnessing a tragic event, she was inspired to create a society of women who would be available to help others and provide material or spiritual assistance. With the help of Dr. Everette Hale, a prominent clergyman, and four of Bottome's friends, they recruited others and began their next meeting with ten members. At this meeting, the name "King's Daughters" was set and the purpose of the group was defined as the "development of spiritual life and the stimulation of Christian activities".
In 1887, men began seeking admission to the society, which then became known as the King's Daughters and Sons. In 1888, the organization became international as societies were formed in England and Canada. In 1900, Junior circles were formed under the supervision of the senior circles.
The Appleton Little Women's Circle of King's Daughters is comprised of 36 sophomores, juniors, and seniors from Appleton North, Appleton East, Appleton West, and Xavier High School. An adviser from the Appleton Women's Circle supervises our meetings and provides guidance for our group. The primary purpose of this group is to learn of community needs and to help meet these needs. Membership in this group young women the opportunity to experience working together for our community through group volunteer activities as well as raising funds for charitable purposes, through our annual Spree dance.
Motto: "Look up, not down; Look forward, not back; Look out, not in; Lend a hand."
Symbol: Maltese Cross