AMBUCS History
The first American Business Club was established in 1922 by William L. White of Birmingham, AL. Since then AMBUCS™ has grown "Shoulders Together" into a network of over 120 Service Clubs. The headquarters of National AMBUCS™ is located in High Point, North Carolina, and is under the supervision of a professional Executive Director.
AMBUC members promote civic betterment and benevolence. AMBUCS are dedicated to providing something back to the Kalamazoo Community.
Currently, there are approximately 6,000 AMBUCS members in over 120 chapters in 18 states.
Why Join?
Why join AMBUCS? Because it is the FUN way to serve!
AMBUCS members enjoy the following benefits:
Social
Chapters provide fun, innovative service opportunities for people who want to help their community but do not necessarily have a lot of time to do so. By working together, AMBUCS volunteers make their spare time go a long, long way.
Service
When someone joins AMBUCS, they join a group of individuals who are ready to make a difference in their community. AMBUCS local and national service programs generate intense satisfaction and pride.
Professional
As members work together, they contribute to chapter activities and goals, while learning new skills that can pay lasting dividends in their professional lives. They also have the opportunity to make valuable contacts and develop essential leadership skills.