The Junior League of Greenville, NC is a non-profit organization of women whose mission is to advance women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training.
To decrease hunger and food insecurity in the Greenville community and help foster physical activity and healthy eating habits.
We believe that creating and sustaining a diverse Membership is critical to our Mission. Living the value of diversity means we are committed to centering equity, inclusion, and belonging in our individual, organizational, and community relationships.
The Junior League of Greenville, NC, is an organization with the shared goal of creating a group of women leaders dedicated to empowering one another, positively impacting our community, and fostering a diverse and inclusive environment.
Greetings!
My name is Katie Butler, and I am currently serving as President for the Junior League of Greenville, NC. Adopted by AJLI in 2017, our league stands in the gaps of our community partners to raise awareness, lead fundraising campaigns, and volunteer our time towards eliminating food insecurity and promoting physical activity in Pitt County. My goal is that our efforts in the area of philanthropy and service continue to provide a benefit to our community.
The theme for the 2023-2024 League year is, “Empowered Women. Empowering Women.” This phrase has come to mind frequently whenever I’m asked about “what Junior League is.” This theme was inspired by quotes I hold close as a proud member of Junior League:
“If not you, who? If not now, when?” - Hillel the Elder
“The community is our business; the members are our mission.” - Lisa Rhyand-Vaughan
We truly value the members of our league, as they each bring a unique set of skills, talents, passions and insights. We would not be the league we are without each of our members! We operate with the mindset of empowering them to assist in our efforts as a league through serving on a committee, taking on a board position, or volunteering for our many community partners. We provide a safe space to try new endeavors into leadership with the support and guidance of board members and committee chairs eager to pass on their knowledge and skill set. Our organization is run and led by volunteers, and the impact of our League on our community is invaluable to those we serve. The opportunity to learn by doing that is afforded to us through In-League Service is one meant to help you test the waters to see where your passion(s) lie!
We have continuously supported the growth of women as leaders within our community and our league, and this year will be no exception! Together, we are pursuing a number of worthy causes and initiatives this year. Each month, we engage in external league service activities that have been set up by our Community Projects Committee. Our Membership Engagement, Retention, and Hospitality and Education & Training Committees are consistently hard at work to provide opportunities to connect with other League members and build personal knowledge and leadership skills.
In addition to these excellent opportunities, the League is excited to announce several major initiatives:
Thank you for visiting our website, and I hope that you will join me in participating in as many of these initiatives as possible!
The Junior League of Greenville, NC (formerly JWA Greenville) is an entirely volunteer-run organization of over 100 women committed to improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. We offer a wide range of sponsorship opportunities and invite you to join us in our ongoing efforts to address our community’s most urgent needs while preparing local women for a lifetime of civic leadership.
Since 2010, JL Greenville NC has provided critical support to community projects, programs, and partners that impact the lives of women, children, and families throughout Greenville and Pitt County. In that time, our direct fundraising efforts have allowed us to gift over $160,000 to different local organizations, including The Ronald McDonald House, RHA Howell Center, The Food Bank of ENC, The Boys & Girls Club of Pitt County, Habitat for Humanity, and Literacy Volunteers.
President: Kaite Butler
President Elect: Lauren Thorn
VP of Communications: Frances Manning
VP of Community Impact: Emma Hodson
VP of Fund Development: Chandler Whitley
VP of Membership: Jerrika Alston
VP of Nominating: Lauren Lumley
Secretary: Brittany Robinson
Treasurer: Maura Shrader
2010-2011 – Elise Gay
2011-2012 – Meredith Hinton
2012-2013 – Jessica Davis
2013-2014 – Stephanie Bunn
2014-2015 – Missy Clark
2015-2016 – Courtney Steed
2016-2017 – Laura Mulkey
2017-2018 – Betsy Criscitiello
2018-2019 – Anna Logemann
2019-2020 – Emily McLamb
2020-2021 – Erika Taylor
2021-2022 – Emma Hodson
2022-2023- Lauren Lumley
The Junior League of Greenville is a member of the Association of Junior Leagues International.
The purpose of The Association of Junior Leagues International, Inc. is to add value to its member Leagues in their fulfillment of The Junior League Mission.
THE POWER OF ASSOCIATION
Founded in 1901 by New Yorker and social activism pioneer Mary Harriman, the Junior Leagues are charitable nonprofit organizations of women, developed as civic leaders, making a demonstrable impact on their communities. In 1921 the Leagues joined forces as an association, which is today known as The Association of Junior Leagues International, Inc., in order to bolster their power and amplify their voice through shared knowledge and common causes.
True to their mission, today’s League members work at the forefront of social reform, tackling the toughest and most critical issues of the day—including childhood nutrition and obesity, human trafficking, foster care, juvenile justice, teen self-esteem, cybercrimes, literacy and the environment, among others—for the purpose of enhancing the social, cultural and political fabric of civil society.
As a result of this work, The Junior League—and the more than 125,000 women in over 295 communities in the United States, the United Kingdom, Canada and Mexico who comprise its ranks—has amassed an archive of tangible results and a reputation as thoughtful and influential change agents dedicated to the public good.
Today AJLI is a charitable nonprofit organization that provides continuity and support, guidance, and leadership development opportunities to its member Leagues. Through regional, national and international meetings, comprehensive resources, customized consultations, and League and member benefits, it supports its member Leagues in the fulfillment of The Junior League’s Mission. AJLI is governed by a Board of Directors, which is accountable to the Leagues and comprised of women who are members of the Junior Leagues in their communities. The Association's New York City-based staff, under the leadership of the Executive Director, provides services to Leagues that support the established goals.