Farmington Area Jaycees, part of the Michigan Junior Chamber and Junior Chamber International (JCI), is an internationally recognized leadership organization that prides itself on building leaders through professional and personal development, community service and government and civic activities. Our members are between the ages of 21 and 40 and are considered the up-and-coming leaders within the community. The Farmington Area Jaycees was established in 1942 and is one of the oldest Jaycees chapters in Michigan. Throughout the years, we have worked closely with local city governments to develop the leaders of today into the great leaders of tomorrow. Many of the city council members in both Farmington and Farmington Hills, as well as local business owners, teachers, and active community members began their ladder of leadership in the Jaycees. Countless hours of community service have helped grow area organizations such as The Governor Warner Mansion, Greater Farmington Area Chamber of Commerce, C.A.R.E.S of Farmington Hills, The YMCA Strong Kids Program, Gleaners Community Food Bank, Foster Closet of Oakland County, The Farmington DDA, Community Living Centers, and Keep Farmington Beautiful. The Farmington Area Jaycees hold many signature projects throughout each year. Our success has given us the opportunity to partner with local charities like C.A.R.E.S of Farmington Hills and Foster Closet of Oakland County, in efforts to support the activities that they conduct on a daily basis. The annual Holiday Tree Lighting, held for over 30 years, brings together city officials, local businesses, Metro Detroit residents and even a special guest from the North Pole. Together we celebrate the start of a wonderful holiday season. In the past we paired with the Toys-for-Tots Program and donated over 100 gifts per year to the organization. The success of these events have paved the way for other new events, like Stuff-A-Truck for CARES and The Great Farmington Cleanup.