The seeds of the Chemical Club were planted in the post World War I era. The growth and turmoil in the industry prompted an o ... rganizational meeting at the Old City Club on S. Broad St. in 1920, attended by a dozen interested men. This led to the formulation of the Chemical Club of Philadelphia “for the purpose of better friendship and fellowship among the individuals and firms engaged in the chemical business in Philadelphia.” In the original year membership consisted of 23 firms comprising about 40 individuals, paying $5.00 annual dues. These early beginnings came to full fruition with the undertaking of our current scholarship fund. This began in 1970 with an initial individual grant of $500.00. Our 50/50 fund began in 1975 and enabled our club to greatly expand its contributions. Currently we give six grants of apiece to students at universities throughout the area. Today, the Club has expanded to a base membership of 184 members representing 139 companies with annual dues of $100 per year. read more