a (virtual) SPREE! 2020 Events Announced!

The Junior League of Raleigh is excited to announce a (virtual) SPREE!, presented by First Citizens Bank. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, our annual in-person A Shopping SPREE! at the Raleigh Convention Center has been postponed until next year. However, we’re committed to showcasing our exhibitors and local businesses that have made our event successful… Read More

A Shopping SPREE! 2020 Canceled. Watch for Virtual Events!

After thoughtful consideration during this unprecedented pandemic, the Junior League of Raleigh has decided to cancel A Shopping SPREE! 2020. Out of concern for the safety of our exhibitors, shoppers and JLR members, we unfortunately must postpone this event until next year. A Raleigh tradition for more than 30 years – this year’s event was… Read More

JLR condemns racial injustice

“Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” Martin Luther King, Jr. Letter from Birmingham Jail, April 16, 1963 The Junior League of Raleigh condemns the killings in the Black community that have once again raised the veil on the racial inequities and violence that pervade our cities and our country. We stand against discrimination… Read More

NC Governor’s 90th Anniversary Proclamation

This year the Junior League of Raleigh proudly celebrated 90 years of serving our community. We were honored to have North Carolina Governor Roy Cooper present this proclamation on April 21, 2020. Thank you, Governor Cooper for recognizing our League’s 90th anniversary as we continue to impact Raleigh and Wake County into the next 90… Read More

COVID-19 Resources

Junior League of Raleigh events are postponed during the COVID-19 pandemic as North Carolina continues to follow restrictions outlined by state leaders. Our dedicated volunteers will continue their work through our community partners as deemed appropriate and safe by those organizations. Below is a list of resources you may find valuable during this uncertain time.… Read More

COVID-19 CORONAVIRUS UPDATE

Dear JLR Supporters, After thoughtful consideration following the news of the COVID-19 novel coronavirus reaching pandemic levels, we will be cancelling Junior League of Raleigh sponsored events Friday, March 13 –  Friday, March 27 for the health and safety of our members, staff and guests. Our dedicated volunteers will continue their work through our community… Read More

Women Who: Inspire

We continue with our “Women Who” blog series for Women’s History Month. This week we celebrate ‘Women Who Inspire’ within and outside the Junior League of Raleigh. We asked JLR members to tell us about some of the women who’ve influenced them personally and inspired their paths within the League and in their lives. We… Read More

Women Who: Forward-Thinking Innovation

It’s Women’s History Month, and here at the Junior League of Raleigh, we’re all about celebrating dynamic women who have blazed the trail and played a vital role in history. To commemorate the impact of women around the globe, we’ll be featuring the three-part series, “Women Who.” The series, posted to our blog every Thursday… Read More

JLR Volunteers Help Kids Look To Their Futures With a Career Fair

Each week nearly 120 elementary and middle school students fill the Brentwood Boys & Girls Club with eager excitement. One evening this month, they brought even more of their energy as they toured tables of colorful displays, planning for their futures. Junior League of Raleigh volunteers welcomed local professionals to share their stories of success… Read More

A Season of Generosity

Now into the new year, the Junior League of Raleigh is looking forward to all of the opportunities to help our community in 2020. We can’t help but reflect on the recent holiday season and all that went into making the holidays brighter for many in Wake County. Our teams of trained volunteers worked with… Read More