Membership in Premier Women’s Organization Open to All Ready to make 1,200 new friends while helping more than 60 organizations make a difference in San Antonio? Then we have just the thing for you: the Junior League of San Antonio, Inc., San Antonio’s premier women’s organization, is welcoming new members for the 2013-2014 membership year. With more than 1,200 members, the Junior League of San Antonio (JLSA) impacts more than 60 San Antonio non-profits and contributes more than 10,000 volunteer hours each year. An organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers, the Junior League has been active in San Antonio since 1924 and wants you to join their effort. Working together to fulfill the mission of the league, the women of the Junior League make meaningful differences in their city and while making new friends for life. Women interested in joining the Junior League may attend the informational meeting for prospective members: Wednesday, January 16 at 6:30 p.m. The session will be held at The Bright Shawl, the historic venue owned and operated by the Junior League, located 819 Augusta Street, central to historic downtown San Antonio. Learn about JLSA from JLSA President Debbie Callihan-Dingle and other JLSA members and enjoy refreshments during a fun, informative, casual meeting. If you would like more information about this event please email Heather Lancaster at admissions@jlsa.org. Prospective members must be 23 years old by March 31, 2013. Membership in the Junior League of San Antonio is open to women of all races, religions and national origins who demonstrate an interest in and commitment to voluntarism. Members benefit from extensive training in leadership and organizational development, community needs assessment, strategic planning, communications, advocacy and fundraising. Through this unique training, League members learn to manage and train volunteers, unite communities and form partnerships. BENEFITS TO JOINING JLSA • Reach beyond day to day life and make positive changes in San Antonio • Expand your circle of influence, meet inspiring women, and form friendships • Give back to the community and impact so many lives, effectively and efficiently • Do good on a regular basis, not just a one-time engagement • Experience personal growth and leadership development through a well-run organization • Expand a skill set: leadership, public relations, sales, marketing skills and more • Include family through programs such as “Kids in the Kitchen” and “Reading Camp” For more information about membership in the Junior League of San Antonio, please contact admissions@jlsa.org. To learn more about the League, visit www.jlsa.org and click on the “Become a Member” link. You may also join the Junior League of San Antonio’s page on Facebook, follow JLSA on Twitter, and learn about the League’s current community impact through the JLSA Community Impact Blog.