Welcome

The Jefferson County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society (JCCOGS) was formed in 1986 to support the objectives of the Ohio Genealogical Society by creating and building interest in the collection and preservation of historical and genealogical materials and records of Jefferson County and the adjoining areas of the Ohio Valley.  This chapter takes an active part in the collection of records and helps to make these chapter discoveries available for use by the public in various formats. Our goal is to bring together individuals having a common interest in genealogy and/or local Jefferson County history. Persons living in Jefferson County, as well as those having roots in the county, comprise the membership. 

Need Help With Your Research?

We can help! Refer to the main links at the right hand column under "Information" for queries Please contact the chapter to request a query by mailing your query and $25.00 per query/surname or by emailing the query and waiting for a response before sending a payment to the chapter. Our mailing address and email are posted on the header of each page on this site or click on CONTACT page.

ATTENTION ALL MEMBERS

To obtain your username and password for the members only section, please contact Amy Hissom at amyhissom@gmail.com.

Please click here to read a letter from Amy Hissom, our Website Developer, concerning
helpful information pertaining to the Website and the Members Only section.

The Jefferson County Chapter, Ohio Genealogical Society
Business Hours for Patrons/Researchers are as follows:
Tuesday and Thursday 10: A.M. to 2:00 P.M.
Saturday by appointments only
Please visit our Contact page for more information

PLANNED GIVING

Have you ever considered giving a gift that would benefit the chapter or the cemetery project in the form of a donation?

There are a number of ways that our members can financially support the Chapter.  Since we are a 501(c) (3), all contributions are tax deductible. 

In addition to cash contributions, members may also consider the following:

Donations by Will
What a great way to help ensure that the mission of the Chapter will live on!

Donation of Property
A charitable deduction is allowable based on the property's fair market value.  "Property" could include stocks, bonds, real estate, or practically anything for which a fair market value can be established.  There are a number of income tax and estate tax advantages available to our members who donate appreciated property.  Members should check with a lawyer or other professionals for details.

Charitable Remainder Trust (CRT)
This widely used estate planning tool can be especially helpful to a couple who wish to donate income producing assets to a qualified charity, but who would like to be able to use that income during their lifetimes.

A CRT permits them to irrevocably convert assets into a lifetime income stream without generating estate and capital gains taxes, while at the same time reducing current income taxes.  When the trust ends, the remaining assets pass to the charity.

Members are strongly encouraged to contact an attorney or the Trust Department of your local bank to see if a Charitable Remainder Trust could be right for you.

If you have an interest in tracing your family in Jefferson County, Ohio, you are cordially welcome to become a member.