The Junior League of Houston, Inc.

🚫 Myth: "I don’t have enough time to volunteer." ✅ Fact: Even a few hours a month can make a huge difference! Volunteering with The Junior League brings together community members through service, networking, and leadership development, empowering you to make lasting change—on your terms. Find an opportunity that works for you—click below to get started! https://jumpinandjoin.org #JuniorLeague #JumpInAndJoin #VolunteerMonth

Happy Earth Day! Today, on the 55th anniversary of celebrating Earth Day, the Junior League of Houston is proud to partner with agencies that celebrate the outdoors, like the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center. Established in 1967, the Houston Arboretum & Nature Center was one of the first nature education facilities for children in Texas. The 155-acre site serves as an outdoor classroom and backdrop for year-round educational opportunities. The Houston Arboretum & Nature Center Junior League Volunteers facilitate programming for visitors to the Arboretum’s interactive Discovery Room, support conservation efforts throughout the nature sanctuary and serve as community educators at events such as the annual Earth Day Celebration, ArBOOretum and Tapas on the Trails. In the Discovery Room, volunteers manage hands-on activities associated with the Animal Ambassadors and temporary and permanent exhibits. Thank you to the Arboretum for letting League members be part of your volunteer community! #NationalVolunteerWeek #JuniorLeague #EarthDay #Sustainability #CommunityImpact

🤝 It’s National Volunteer Week in the United States! The Junior League celebrates our incredible Members and volunteers who dedicate their time, energy, and talents to making a lasting impact. For over a century, The Junior League Movement has been at the forefront of creating change, training women Leaders, and strengthening communities through the power of volunteerism. Founded in 1901 by Mary Harriman, The Junior League Movement has grown into an international organization with Members working tirelessly to address critical issues in their communities. National Volunteer Week is the perfect time to honor this legacy and the continued work of Junior League volunteers who make the world a better place. #JuniorLeague #NationalVolunteerWeek #VolunteersRock #CommunityImpact #EmpoweredWomen

The Junior League of Houston, Inc. is proud to announce Dorothy Ables as the recipient of the 2025 Mary Harriman Community Leadership Award, presented by the Association of Junior Leagues International. Established in 1990, the award was launched to honor the vision of Mary Harriman, the founder of the first Junior League in New York, and is presented annually to a member who has made outstanding contributions to her community. Dorothy Ables is the first member of the Junior League of Houston to win this prestigious award, and it is incredibly well-deserved. Since 1981, Dorothy has been a dedicated and inspirational leader in the League. She served as one of the first full-time working League presidents in 1998 – 1999, demonstrating that professional success and dedicated volunteerism can go hand-in-hand. In 2020, Dorothy was honored with the Junior League of Houston’s Adelaide Lovett Baker Award, an award given to a sustainer member who continues to make a broad-based impact on the community. Dorothy was critical in the establishment of the Junior League of Houston’s Community Endowment. Realizing the vulnerabilities of traditional fundraising models, she saw the need for a sustainable funding source and secured the continuity of vital community programs despite external pressures. Dorothy Ables has professional acumen and an ability to blend that expertise with philanthropic experience to benefit organizations like the Houston Methodist Hospital Foundation and the United Way of Greater Houston. Her impact has been far-reaching; in 2012 – 2013, Dorothy was the second woman in United Way's 100-year lifespan to chair its annual community campaign. As a result of her resolve, hard work and tireless spirit, the Campaign surpassed its goal, with contributions topping $81.5 million. In celebration of the United Way’s 90th year, Dorothy brought 2,500 community members together at the Readers Do Something About It Reading Rally and book drive. Dorothy’s pioneering spirit has extended throughout her career, particularly as an advocate for women. Recognizing the unique challenges women face, Dorothy champions their advancement, both within the nonprofit sector and professionally; notably with her long-standing commitment to Collaborative for Children. In addition to the years she has mentored League members, she has served as a mentor for Advancing Women Executives and as the Co-Chair for the Women’s Corporate Directors - Houston Chapter.   Dorothy’s community engagement is defined by mentorship, collaboration, practical thinking and bridge-building. Recognizing that lasting change requires collective effort, she connects organizations, donors and stakeholders, amplifying the impact of each. Please join the Junior League of Houston in congratulating Dorothy Mathias Ables on this achievement! Dorothy will be recognized with a special presentation during the Association of Junior Leagues International’s Annual Conference in May 2025.

The Junior League of Houston is proud to partner with Children's Museum Houston by providing weekly volunteer support at its Free Family Night events. League volunteers are trained to engage families in activities that feature math and related subjects at several locations within the Museum. The League is able to provide consistent volunteer staffing to facilitate programming and spark creativity in visitors of all ages. In 2024 – 2025, Children’s Museum Houston Family Learning Night volunteers will provide over 600 hours of service supporting these events! Free Family Nights occur every Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m. at no cost to registered visitors. Visitors enjoy a wide variety of interactive exhibits and activities designed to spark curiosity and creativity. To learn more, visit https://www.cmhouston.org/ #JuniorLeague #volunteer #ChildrensMuseumHouston

Did you know that the Junior League of Houston offers one of Houston’s only FREE CPR training courses?  Each year, hundreds of individuals and healthcare providers learn critical, life-saving skills through CPR courses, including how to respond to a cardiac emergency or relieve choking. Training is a core component of the Junior League's mission to create meaningful community impact. Through the CPR placement, members not only learn CPR, but also how to lead and train others. Are you CPR certified? Do you want to know how to respond to a cardiac emergency? Come and attend one of the League’s free CPR training courses offered on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. Visit www.jlh.org/cpr to sign up for classes this spring. #CPRTraining #Training #JuniorLeague #volunteer

Tonight is the last Prospective Member Engagement event. Join us at the League Building (1811 Briar Oaks Lane) from 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. to find out more about joining the Junior League of Houston! If you have any questions, please reach out to the Admissions team at admissions@jlh.org More details can also be found at https://lnkd.in/gCAUGKhd

If you're looking for a way to give back, BEAR...BE A Resource for CPS Kids is hosting its annual BEARing Gifts holiday toy program. Make a donation, sponsor a child, shop on Amazon or volunteer to help sort gifts. League members can sign up to volunteer with the Community Outreach Team on Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 10 a.m. Sign up on your Member Homepage! If you're not a member but are interested in volunteering in the community, learn more about becoming a member of the Junior League of Houston at https://lnkd.in/gCAUGKhd.

Thanksgiving is right around the corner, let the Junior League of Houston's Pantry take care of your holiday meal preparations. Order a complete Thanksgiving meal (serves ten to twelve people) or items à la carte. For more details and to place an order visit https://lnkd.in/gvre3GmH or contact us at pantry@jlh.org. All orders must be placed by Wednesday, November 21, 2024 and must be picked up on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 between 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the Junior League Ballroom.