Join the New York Junior League

We are delighted about your interest in becoming a volunteer with the New York Junior League and look forward to guiding you through each step of the application process.

If you are, or have ever been, a member of another Junior League chapter, please contact that chapter directly to request a transfer to the New York Junior League.

If you are new to the Junior League, you may submit your application for membership after attending a new member orientation. Please note applicants must be 21 years of age or older.

Before applying, take time to consider the following membership commitments:

• Complete the Provisional Training Course
• Fulfill all active membership requirements
• Meet annual financial obligations

We look forward to welcoming you into our vibrant and distinguished community of women dedicated to service, leadership, and making a meaningful impact in New York City.

Step One: Create an Online Profile

Click here to create an online profile. You will receive an email to verify your account. Once verified, return to your online profile and proceed to the next step.

Step Two: Sign Up for a New Member Orientation

Register for a new member orientation through your online profile. During orientation, prospective members learn about the New York Junior League and what to expect as new and active members of our organization. There is an overview of the application process and an opportunity to meet current members.

Spring New Member Orientation Dates:

• Tuesday, June 16, 2026 — 7:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.

Orientations are held in-person at The Astor House (130 E 80th St).

Step Three: Submit an Application

After attending a new member orientation, you will be able to submit an application for membership. The following is required for the application:

• Basic biographical information
• Responses to 2-3 short answer questions
• One recommendation letter
• Application fee

 Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Step Four: Register for the Provisional Training Course

We are now registering new members for the Fall course which begins in mid-September. New Members will register for either the Wednesday or Thursday evening session:

Accelerated Option

Prospective members with extensive personal, professional, or volunteer experience or who have extenuating circumstances preventing them from participating in the traditional course, may submit an application to be considered for the Accelerated Provisional Training Course.

The accelerated course is held over one weekend. Participants should have meaningful experience that can be applied to interactive sessions about leadership and volunteerism. All sessions are required and there is no option to participate virtually. The course is held in person at The Astor House (130 E 80th St).

Fall Accelerated Provisional Training Course Dates

• Thursday, November 5 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
• Saturday, November 7 from 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• Sunday, November 8 from 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

The traditional course is designed to promote relationship building with new and existing New York Junior League members. It explores our robust history of – and commitment to – meaningful community engagement. It is held over several months, as opposed to one weekend. If you are interested in submitting an application for the traditional course, an application can be submitted here after attending an orientation. 

We look forward to welcoming you into our vibrant and distinguished community of women dedicated to service, leadership, and making a meaningful impact in New York City. Questions can be directed to newmembership@nyjl.org.