Community Impact
Advocacy for Women and Children
The New York Junior League champions policies that support women and children and works to hold local and state governments accountable to the women, children and families it serves. For more than a century, the NYJL has been on the forefront of some of the city’s most defining moments: civil rights movements, political reforms, cultural […]
Spotlight on Performance Celebrates at End of Year Show
Educating children on the arts is a wonderful way to give them the opportunity to express themselves, build confidence and encourage self esteem. At the New York Junior League, the Spotlight on Performance committee enriches the lives of the children by exposing young girls and boys to the world of artistic expression and fostering an […]
Jr. Junior League & Social Promise Teach the Principles of Philanthropy
On April 28, the Jr. Junior League committee partnered with Social Promise to host an educational event about principles of philanthropy to preschool and elementary aged New York children. Promoting family volunteerism is an important component of the New York Junior League’s vision to teach children at a young age about their future roles in helping […]
Teaching Kids Healthy Habits at Healthy Kids Day
The New York Junior League is committed to serving the New York City community, which includes the 1.5 million children living here today. On April 21, the NYJL was proud to partner with the West Side YMCA at its annual Healthy Kids Day. The event focused on teaching young children about how to eat healthy […]
Volunteer Education on Overcoming Challenges Working With At-Risk Youth
Left to right: Volunteers, Hope Palladino of GOAL and Hannah Beswick of Reading Rangers with Lew Zuchman of SCAN – NY. Volunteering as a New York Junior League mentor is a wonderful way to provide both life guidance and career exploration for youth that may be at risk of social, economic, or academic failure. Programs […]