David Lewtas, the Toastmasters District 32 historian, has compiled an excellent history of the first 50 clubs. With his kind permission, I share it here. It’s a fascinating review of how these clubs got started, and how those low numbers occasionally got re-used for other clubs.
Toastmasters International Original 50 Chartered Clubs (PDF)
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I became a member of Ventura Toastmasters Club 24 in February 2005, and I’m still a member after achieving my DTM in 2010.
This club seems to overcome the obstacles that other clubs face. We have heard from guests that have now become members that one of the first things they noticed at the meeting was how informative the agenda was, and how it adhered to the timetable, and yet was such a relaxed and fun place to be.
The club was chartered in 1934, and I can see this club going on indefinitely with the caliber of members who consistently keep the club in the Presidents Distinguished status.
I was one a community person, when someone said “You should join Toastmasters” My first comment was “What is Toastmasters”. That was on te 24th June 1996.
I am still here and celebrated my 19th Anniversary on the 24th June 2015. Back then I felt Toastmasters was the best kept secret. I proudly wear a TM Pin, it give you an opportunity to talk about what this pin represents.
So the secret is out in my case. Why not give it a go, wear that pin. I guarantee you will be asked as soon as they approach. Are you a member of Rotary? No I say, I am a Toastmaster.