This week’s #WeConnectWednesday theme is “We Connect For Our Community.” For nearly 89 years, the Junior League of Charlotte, Inc. (JLC) has had a history rich in service to the Charlotte area. In 1926, 30 women began the JLC, providing support for local children and families in need, patronizing the arts, and advocating for education. From the Charlotte Nature Museum…
Are You Ready to Get on Board?
Started in 2011, Get on Board is a workshop through the Junior League of Charlotte providing knowledge and skills to current board and staff members and those that wish to be placed on a nonprofit board at the conclusion of the training. Many nonprofit organizations working hard to improve our region are facing enormous challenges and are seeking energetic, talented and qualified…
Connect on a Global Level with Members and Other Junior Leagues on Guatemala Service Trip
As we continue to evolve through our #WeConnect theme, we are excited to share details on an exciting way to go global with our connections. The Association of Junior Leagues International, Inc. (AJLI) and Cross-Cultural Solutions (CCS), a leader in the field of international volunteer travel, have partnered together to offer Junior Leagues and their members the opportunity to volunteer…
PPI Success Story By: Kayla Lynn Petty
Did you know that North Carolina is ranked in the top eight states for human trafficking? Or that over 72,000 residents in Mecklenburg County live in areas that are considered food deserts? These are just a few statistics that impact Charlotte and our state.I decided to participate in PPI because I wanted to learn how to effectively advocate for change…
We Connect With Each Other
This week’s #WeConnectWednesday theme is “We Connect with Each Other.” As you are all aware, the JLC is a great connection to Charlotte’s community and volunteering, but it is also part of our mission to connect to the women within the league! Below are just a few ideas of how to get involved: Learn: Join JLC members on September 22…
Volunteer Opportunity: Southern Women’s Show
Do you have an interest in runway modeling, visiting the Southern Women’s Show, and/or having an excuse to do some shopping at the JLC Wearhouse? Then this opportunity is for you!! The Junior League of Charlotte, Inc. is looking for volunteers to represent the JLC WearHouse at the Southern Women’s Show on Saturday, September 13! Volunteers will be walking the…
Aerial Fitness, Painting & Becoming an Effective Advocate for your Community!
The Public Policy Institute is excited to be hosting four recruiting events. Come hone your leadership skills while also learning more about specific issues important to our local community. The Public Policy Institute (PPI) is an Association of Junior Leagues International (AJLI) award-winning training program that helps league members and community deepen their understanding of advocacy and public policy issues.…
#WeConnectWednesday — We Connect To Our Mission
It’s another #WeConnectWednesday, and this time, we take a look at connecting to our mission: “The JLC is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.” The words of our mission statement reflect 89 years of Junior League of Charlotte members growing…
What Leadership Development Institute Means to Me
The Leadership Development Institute (LDI) is a phenomenal program that offers women all aspects of Leadership. I was lucky enough to be chosen to be involved in the 2013-2014 program from November to May 2013. I must admit, I had no idea what to expect. To my surprise, Leadership Development Institute offered me an amazing lifetime experience. The guest speakers…
Connect with the Junior League of Charlotte
Making connections is more important than ever these days. The Junior League of Charlotte Inc. Leadership has launched an initiative to bring this concept full circle. Our JLC President Beverley Shull recently unveiled a theme of ‘We Connect’ for the 2014-2015 year. This powerful call to action is to inspire us to make the most of our involvement within the…