Press Release
Junior League of Washington Provides Volunteer Support to Library of Congress’ National Book Festival for 19th Consecutive Year
Continued support for the event is a refreshing constant in unprecedented times. WASHINGTON, DC (September 16, 2021) – In the spirit of tradition, the Junior League of Washington (JLW) today announced the organization will provide volunteer support for the Library of Congress’ National Book Festival, taking place September 17-26, 2021. After nearly two decades of […]
JLW Awards Annual Scholarship to Banneker High School Senior
May 31, 2021 (Washington, DC) – The Junior League of Washington (JLW) is proud to award the Meg Graham Scholarship: Celebrating Service and Leadership to Jordyn Middleton.
JLW Announces 2020-2021 Grant Recipients
WASHINGTON, D.C. (May 31, 2021) – The Junior League of Washington (JLW) is pleased to announce the selection of six recipients for the Targeted Grant and Targeted Grant for Community Partner grant Awards that totaled $58,000.
PRESS RELEASE: JLW Women’s Leadership Breakfast: Leading Confidently
Washington, D.C. – Today, the Junior League of Washington (JLW) held its annual Women’s Leadership Breakfast, an opportunity for individuals to participate and be inspired by the lives of remarkable speakers who have overcome obstacles in order to lead successful careers.
JLW Stands with the AAPI Community
The Junior League of Washington has released the following statement on this week’s vicious attacks against the Asian American and Pacific Islander community. We join the Association of Junior Leagues International in condemning these actions.
A Message from JLW’s President on Tossed & Found 2021
It with a heavy heart, that the JLW Board of Directors has made the difficult decision to cancel this year’s Tossed & Found in-person sale due to the circumstances and safety concerns surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic.
A Message from the President of JLW on January 6 Current Events
The Junior League of Washington is closely watching the events currently unfolding on the steps of the Capitol. We know that many members, staff, family, and friends of JLW work and live in the Capitol complex and surrounding neighborhoods. We are keeping each and every one of you in our thoughts. Please heed Mayor Bowser’s […]
Junior League of Washington Celebrates 18 Years of Collaboration with Library of Congress’ National Book Festival
JLW Volunteers Serve as Festival’s Primary Source for Volunteers, Promote Literacy in the DC Community September 23, 2020 (WASHINGTON, DC) — For the 18th consecutive year, the Junior League of Washington (JLW) will provide necessary volunteer support for the Library of Congress’s National Book Festival, taking place Saturday, September 25-27.
The Junior League of Washington Announces $75,000 in Community Grants for Local Organizations in Need Due to COVID-19
Application for grant support from the Junior League of Washington now open as League undertakes several steps to support community during crisis
A Message from JLW President Carly Mitchell and Incoming President Jessica Taylor White
The Junior League of Washington denounces any and all forms of racism and intolerance. These past few weeks and days have been hard as we grapple with the realities of institutional racism, violence, and injustice in our country against Black Americans.