What is the Annual Fund?
The Annual Fund is a year-round fundraiser for the Junior League of Memphis that directly supports our work in developing the potential of women and training effective volunteers for community change.
Where Does My Donation Go?
Funds raised for the Junior League of Memphis directly support our efforts to provide trained volunteers and financial support to community programs and partnerships. By partnering with the Junior League of Memphis, your gift can provide the following:
- $100: will provide art supplies for student projects at Brewster Elementary School
- $250: will provide plants and materials for raised beds and greenhouses for Memphis Tilth
- $500: will provide educational materials to the women participating in the Refugee Empowerment Program
- $2,500: will provide an Innovative Teaching Grant to an outstanding educator in our community.
- $5,000: will provide bi-weekly meals to 75 families at the Lester Street Community Center thru the G.R.O.W Binghampton program
Click here to make your gift today.
When can I give?
You can give at any time! The Annual Fund fundraising year runs concurrent with our Junior League year. Gifts made from June 2023 – May 2024 will go toward the 2023 – 2024 Junior League year. The Annual Fund is open to our members and also to our friends and supporters in the community who wish to support our mission.
Other Ways to Support JLM
Junior League of Memphis President’s Society
The JLM President’s Society recognizes donors who donate $500 or more annually during the JLM fiscal year (June 1-May 31). All of these donations are directed to the Annual Fund. President’s Society donors are recognized in the JLM Annual Report and at a special reception with the JLM president.
To make your donation please click here to visit our donate page or contact Michelle Nixon, Senior Director of Development at directorofdevelopment@jlmemphis.org.
Other Ways to Financially Support the JLM
Donors may give an unrestricted gift to the JLM to support our Annual Fund in any amount desired, with benefits based on the level of the donation. You can also make a recurring donation via ACH through the secure link No Office Worries.
Event Sponsorship Opportunities
The Junior League of Memphis offers special sponsorship opportunities for the following public events: Develop H.E.R Women’s Summit, JLM 5K/10K Race and Celebrations in Table Design.
Ready to Give?
For any questions about giving opportunities or sponsorships, please contact Michelle Nixon, Senior Director of Development, at directorofdevelopment@jlmemphis.org or 901.452.2151.