BECOME A MEMBER

Thank you for your interest in joining the Junior League of Seattle!

Since our founding in 1923, the Junior League of Seattle has been on the forefront of social reform, identifying problems, and finding solutions. We are an army of women empowered as agents of positive change tackling childhood literacy within our community. Whether in the public eye or behind the scenes, Junior League women are committed to moving society forward – challenging the status quo, disrupting convention to ensure a better future for all – because tomorrow there will be new, unforeseen challenges. The women of the Junior League will be there, unrelenting voices for action, justice, and lasting, meaningful change.

WHY JOIN THE JLS?

  • Be a Catalyst for Change.

    Our members form strategic partnerships, create innovative programs, and raise funds for exciting community initiatives to help improve the lives of women and children in the greater Seattle area.

  • Learn to be a Change Agent.

    Our members develop a variety of skills and competencies to support their civic leadership in the community through leadership opportunities, committee work, and development opportunities help throughout the year.

  • Build lasting relationships.

    Our members work together closely, develop new skills, and attend engaging social events with women of diverse backgrounds, interests, and professions, who are like-minded in their commitment to promoting voluntarism and improving our community.

Help us make a difference

Please fill out the form to enquire about membership in JLS and help make a difference in our community.

 

Join us in fulfilling our mission of promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and creating community impact through the effective leadership and action of trained volunteers.

MEMBERSHIP ELIGIBILITY

The Junior League of Seattle uses the following criteria for consideration of prospective members:

  • Must be at least 21 years old as of June 1 of the year in which membership would begin (there is no maximum age to join!)

  • Attend a Meet & Greet Orientation session to learn about JLS and the recruitment process

  • Demonstrate an interest in voluntarism, a commitment to community service, and a desire to develop her potential

NEW MEMBER APPLICATION PROCESS

If you are interested in becoming a member, we invite you to attend a Meet & Greet orientation session where you will be able to learn about the Junior League of Seattle, get an overview on the application, and ask questions. Meet & Greets are held in the spring of each year throughout the greater Seattle area.

We are not actively accepting applications for our 2024-2025 Provisional class. JLS accepts new members each League year (June 1-May 31), and the next application cycle will open in March 2025.

If you are interested in joining, please complete our Potential New Member Email List to receive invitations to upcoming JLS events, including the Spring Meet & Greets. 

If you have any additional questions about joining JLS, please contact newmemberinfo@jrleagueseattle.org.

Requirements for Provisional Members:

  • Attend the Provisional Retreat held over the summer

  • Meet monthly to learn how JLS operates from a Provisional Leader and get to know a small group of other Provisionals in your neighborhood

  • Participate in a variety of training and general membership meetings

  • Support our mission through participation in service shifts

  • Work with the entire Provisional class to complete a specific Provisional Project

  • Pay dues ($210) and Provisional course fee ($100) by May 31, (if you need financial assistance, please reach out during the application process)

TRANSFER MEMBERSHIPS

 

Have you recently moved, or plan to move, to the Seattle area and would like to transfer your Junior League membership? We welcome you! We accept Active and Sustainer transfers throughout the year. Provisional transfers must occur prior to September 30. In order to transfer your membership, you must contact your current league and ask them to transfer your membership to the Junior League of Seattle via the Association of Junior Leagues International (AJLI) e-Transfer system. Once your transfer is either initiated or approved by the transferring League, JLS will contact you via email. Once your transfer fee and any required dues are paid, your transfer is considered finalized by JLS.

If you are a Transfer member with questions, please contact membership@jrleagueseattle.org.

REINSTATING JLS MEMBERSHIP

Are you thinking about reinstating your Junior League of Seattle membership? If so, we would love to have you back! Please contact membership@jrleagueseattle.org for further details.

READY TO JOIN OUR AMAZING COMMUNITY?

The Junior League reaches out to women of all races, religions and national origins who demonstrate an interest in, and commitment to, volunteerism.

The Junior League of Seattle is a 501(c)3 not-for- profit corporation.  All of our programs and activities are supported by League membership dues, foundation and corporate grants, and other revenue-producing efforts.