Junior League of the Grand Strand

Description

We accept new members from April 15-May 31 and December 1-31. When new members apply, they are invited to join a class that provides them with the tools and information they’ll need to play a crucial role in the Junior League of the Grand Strand’s community goals.

• Pay Dues + New Member Fee. This covers New Member Training course cost, local membership dues to the Junior League of the Grand Strand, as well as membership dues to the Association of Junior Leagues International. All processed payments are non-refundable. The total cost to join in December is $137.50. This includes the cost of your dues from January – June 2024, a name badge, a surprise JLGS swag item, and your one-time New Member Fee. Payment plans are available – please contact our Treasurer Christie at treasurer@grandstrand.jl.org by December 26 for more information.
• Attend one of two New Member Training sessions. This three hour training session is filled with information you’ll need as an informed member of JLGS. You will meet other New Members, learn about the Association of Junior Leagues International, and learn specifics about the Junior League of the Grand Strand. New Members will receive information on requirements, dates for events and the structure and operational mechanisms of the League at this training.
• Participate in a New Member Experience Project. New Members participate in the planning of a New Member-specific community project with guidance from current League members. Participation includes attendance at planning meetings and any necessary committee meetings. Two project paths are offered, each to be completed in four months. This years’ project paths are:
  • JLGS Little Library: You’ll work with other New Members to plan, place, and maintain a Little Library in a local park or playground.
  • JLGS Rummage Sale: You’ll work with other New Members to plan, fundraise, handle donations, and host our annual Sip and Shop preview on April 19 and Rummage Sale on April 20.
• Attend General Membership Meetings. GMM’s are a chance for the entire League to get together and go over current issues, events and enjoy special guest speakers. They are also a great way to socialize with other members of the League. GMM’s are held monthly from September to May.
• Attend League Events & Opportunities. New Members are asked to attend general League events and volunteer opportunities. This is a great way to plug into our community through volunteering, mingle with other members at socials and help raise funds for the League through fundraising initiatives.

Learn more about joining here.