New Members Are Always Welcome!

As the B.I.L. is affiliated with the NJSFWC (New Jersey State Federation of Women's Clubs), official membership is currently open to women only.  However, we welcome men as "Friends of the Old Franklin School" and appreciate any and all contributions they make.

If you are interested in becoming a member, please feel free to attend one of our meetings, events, or programs and introduce yourself! 

Dues are currently 40 (forty) dollars per year, payable prior to the beginning of the season in September.  In order to maintain our historic clubhouse, provide an annual scholarship, and contribute to various charitable institutions, the B.I.L. relies heavily on the income from rentals and the proceeds of our yearly fundraisers, such as the House Tour, Scholarship Card Party, Town-wide Garage Sale, and High Tea. Therefore, we ask members to assist by purchasing tickets, making donations of food or goods, and/or volunteering to assist with these yearly fundraisers.  

For more information about becoming a member, please contact the Membership Chairperson, Phyllis Harmon, at 732-548-2173 or the President, Tyreen Reuter, at 732-452-1381 or ayersallenhouse@msn.com.

Membership has its advantages...

Benefits of membership in the Borough Improvement League include the cross-generational camaraderie of like-minded individuals, the knowledge your efforts are contributing to the greater good, and invitations to our many programs and events.   

In addition, with Board approval, we also allow active members who are in good standing to occasionally rent the Old Franklin School  at a reduced rate for their own personal and private (non-commercial) use, or to assist with a non-profit fundraiser.  However, please keep in mind that when renting, members and non-members alike are subject to the same guidelines and restrictions outlined in the contract, including decorations, garbage, recycling, and parking.