The Junior League of Atlanta

Atlanta is lucky to have organizations like Georgia Early Education Alliance for Ready Students (GEEARS) working so hard on the issue of childhood literacy.

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Check out last week's JLA Insider and read about all of the great things going on the the Junior League of Atlanta! https://mailchi.mp/067c6e5be906/106-jlainsider-8744039

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[JLA Insider] Literacy Action Month, General Membership Meeting, Find the Good Day and More! International Find the Good Day – created by The Association of Junior League International – is dedicated to finding the good in yourself, your community, and the world around you. On September 19, 2024, Junior Leagues across the Association will host events and raise awareness.

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We invite all JLA friends and family to join us at Kendra Scott On September 21! 20% of proceeds that day will go back to the Junior League of Atlanta.

Congratulations to Kathy Colbenson, the President & CEO of our community partner CHRIS 180, on her impactful career and all she has done for families in Atlanta.

A Tribute to Kathy Colbenson Friends of CHRIS 180 paid tribute to our retiring President & CEO, Kathy Colbenson, LMFT!

JLA is so excited to announce our participation in the second annual International Find the Good Day on September 19, 2024. This day of celebration was created by The Association of Junior Leagues International and is dedicated to finding the good in yourself, your community, and the world around you. Stay tuned for more information on how the Junior League of Atlanta is celebrating this year!

Celebrating National Nonprofit Day with the Power of Women in JLA!

On this , we proudly shine a light on our incredible members who tirelessly work to create lasting, positive change in our community. Together, we harness the power of volunteerism, leadership, and collaboration to drive meaningful impact.

For over a century, the women of JLA have been at the forefront of addressing critical issues in Atlanta, empowering others through education, advocacy, and direct service. Our members are more than volunteers—they are leaders, changemakers, and advocates for a brighter future.

Today, we celebrate the collective strength of our members who inspire action, champion causes, and uplift communities. Here’s to the power of women making a difference every day.

We're thrilled to extend a heartfelt thank you to Fulton County Library for spotlighting our Journey to Literacy program and recognizing the JLA's 24 years of volunteer services supporting the Fulton County Libraries! 🌟

Our Journey to Literacy initiative is at the forefront of our mission to empower our community through early childhood education. This hands-on program aims to raise awareness and equip parents with effective strategies to nurture and enhance early literacy skills in their children.

Thank you, Fulton County Library for being a vital partner in this journey! Together, we’re making a lasting impact on our community’s future. 📚💙

This weekend, we welcomed 101 passionate new members into the JLA family! Together, we embarked on a journey to explore the power of collective impact and the transformative role our members play in the community.

Our new members had the privilege of hearing from current President Chelsea Ulrich Tarnoff and Past President Camille Kesler as well as engaging directly with our community partners, including Savanna Keo with the Midtown Assistance Center, Inc. and JLA co-chairs for Atlanta Botanical Garden and Agape Youth & Family Center. The day was filled with inspiration as we brought to life the JLA mission: advancing women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training.

We are thrilled to see how these incredible women will continue to drive positive change in our community. Welcome to the JLA!

Check out this week's JLA Insider!

[JLA Insider] Membership Open House, Fundamentals, GMM, and More!

Are you interested in learning more about membership with the Junior League of Atlanta? Join us for our August Open House on August 15th at 6:30 pm. Please RSVP on our website https://www.jlatlanta.org/get-involved/

A special warm welcome to the new Atlanta Public Schools Superintendent, Dr. Bryan Johnson!

We hope to see everyone this weekend at Postino WineCafe. 20% of all sales will be donated back to the Junior League of Atlanta (this includes to go order).

Welcome Jai Ferrell, the new CEO of the Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta, one of the Junior League of Atlanta's long standing Community Partners. We look forward to working with you all this coming year.

For the first time in history, Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta's CEO is a woman of color For the first time in history, Girl Scouts of Greater Atlanta's CEO is a woman of color

Our commitment to literacy and education is at the heart of our mission. This weekend, JLA members dedicated their time to helping students and families get ready for the new school year!

Our members enjoyed sharing books and reading activities with families including:
📖 Whitefoord, Inc. Summer Reading Club Brunch
🏫 First Back to School Bash
🎉 Atlanta Public Schools Back to School Bash
Thank you to all our members and partners for making a difference!

Interested in membership in the JLA? We invite you to join us at our next Open House, Tuesday, July 23. Please register on our website. https://www.jlatlanta.org/events/july-2024-open-house/

TOP 5 REASONS TO JOIN JLA!

1. Be a Catalyst for Change: Join a movement of passionate individuals actively making a difference in our community. Your energy, skills, and commitment will directly contribute to creating positive and lasting change.

2. Learn, Grow, and Make a Difference: We provide comprehensive education, volunteer training, and collaboration opportunities to empower you to serve effectively and make a meaningful impact.

3. Discover Unique Volunteer Experiences: Go beyond the ordinary! We offer diverse and engaging volunteer opportunities that cater to various interests and skill sets, allowing you to find the perfect way to contribute.

4. Be a Part of a Legacy of Impact: Our organization boasts over 100 years of positive influence in the community. By joining, you become part of this rich history and contribute to our ongoing legacy of making a difference.

5. Connect and Build Lasting Relationships: Surrounded by like-minded individuals who share your passion, you’ll build meaningful connections, lasting friendships, and a strong support network within our national and international membership organization.

Yesterday JLA members raced in and cheered on participants the 55th Annual Peachtree Road Race! This beloved Atlanta tradition is the world’s largest 10K and one of our favorite ways to kick off July 4th. We are so proud of all of our finishers and wish everyone a happy holiday weekend!

Kicking off the 108th year of the JLA with our Annual Leadership Retreat!
Hosted at Atlanta SMART Academy, this inspiring day brought together leaders to learn, share, and motivate each other as we embark on another impactful year. Grounded in our mission to advance women’s leadership for community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training, members focused on three key areas of our strategic plan: membership experience, community impact, and operational excellence.

The day concluded with a powerful panel on literacy featuring the Atlanta Speech School and Atlanta SMART Academy. The panel provided leaders with insights into the state of literacy in Atlanta as the JLA launches its literacy focus, Every Child Reads: The Junior League of Atlanta’s Journey to Literacy for All.

Here’s to another incredible year of making a difference!

Today we are celebrating the JLA New Year and the beginning of Year 108! We proudly present our new Board of Directors who are eager to get started on leading another year of fulfilling service focused on building a better Atlanta.

Please join us in congratulating our new Board of Directors and welcome to 108! A special thank you to for the incredible board photography and for styling our team.

This week JLA recognized members and committees who made outstanding contributions to the league this year. Congratulations to all of our award recipients and thank you for your monumental impact this year!

Ann Cramer- JLA sustainer, president in 1980 and Atlanta Community Leader- was honored on Friday night with the Mary Harriman Community Leadership Award by the at its annual conference in New Orleans. We are so incredibly honored and proud of Ann for receiving this special recognition and for the many years of invaluable community impact she has made in Atlanta. Congratulations, !

Register today for the last GMM of Year 107! We are excited to celebrate the many achievements of our membership this year, pass the presidential gavel on to and welcome a new class to the rank of sustainers. Don’t forget to sign up and save your seat in Digital Cheetah!

On Friday, hosted our annual Community Partner Breakfast to collaborate with critical stakeholders in leveraging our members to support improving the self-determination of women and children in Atlanta. Collectively, JLA has over 200 partners throughout the Atlanta-metro area and working together, we believe that we can make meaningful impacts in our community.

Interested in joining JLA and making a meaningful impact on the lives of women and children in Atlanta? Join us at our Membership Open House this Thursday at HQ! We look forward to seeing you there!

For over a century the Junior League of Atlanta has served as a powerful advocate for women and children in the city of Atlanta.

Today, the JLA’s nonpartisan advocacy takes on a variety of forms, and is guided by the leagues annually approved series of affirmative position statements that provide a framework for the League’s advocacy.

Tomorrow at the luncheon we will honor Representatives and Kasey Carpenter as elected officials that are working for the betterment of women and children across our city and state.

We’re incredibly GRATEFUL for everyone’s support of the Spirit of Voluntarism Luncheon!

The event is sold out. If you would like to be added to the waitlist please email [email protected]

🎉 Congratulations to L.E.A.D Center for Youth, the 2024 Donor Advised Fund recipient.

We can’t wait to celebrate your dedication to empowering young minds and recognize how you’re creating brighter futures on May 2.

This afternoon, Sustainer leaders hosted a New Sustainer Tea to welcome those members transitioning from Active status to Sustainer. It was a beautiful event and we are grateful to all our Sustainers for speaking about affinity group opportunities and organizing such pretty tablescapes! Congrats and cheers to those who have reached this milestone in their journey! 🫖❤️🥂