Since 1919,
Junior League of Omaha (JLO) members have served our city by effectively
training volunteers, providing leadership, raising funds and developing
programs and services that make our community a better place to live, work and
raise a family. The first year in
Junior League, New Members aka Provisionals, are required to complete a training
course with both formal and hands-on elements to familiarize the new member
with the Junior League and the Omaha community.
Our by-laws
specify two main criteria for membership:
1.
A
candidate for membership shall be no younger than 21 by May 31 of the current
fiscal year.
2.
She
shall have resided in the Omaha metropolitan area as a resident for the six
months prior to May 31 of the current fiscal year of her proposal.
3.
A
candidate for membership shall demonstrate an interest in voluntarism, a
commitment to community service and an interest in developing her potential for
voluntary community participation. There shall be no deliberative process in
the admissions system. All candidates shall be informed of their prospective
membership.
4.
A
candidate for membership shall be informed of the privileges and
responsibilities of Junior League membership and shall agree to engage in
community service in connection with the program of this League.
Requirements
for a New Member of the Junior League of Omaha include the following:
1.
Pay
Dues of $80 and New Member Course Fee of $75
(total of $155)
2.
Complete
the New Member Training Course
3.
Attend
3 General Meeting (General Meetings are held the 2nd Monday of each
month)
4.
Complete
one three-hour Project Shift
5.
Purchase
a $60 Junior League of Omaha fundraiser, Big Red Block Party ticket or work TWO
3-hour shifts for the event
6.
New
members will complete at least 3 hours of volunteer service for by my closet
and the American
Girl Fashion Show
7.
Donate
merchandise valued at $175 to my closet by your quota deadline.
8.
Plus
complete ONE of the following menu selections:
a.
Work
ONE additional 3-hour fundraising shifts*
b.
Work
ONE additional 3-hour project shift*
c.
Donate
to the Junior League of Omaha Foundation ($30 minimum)
d.
Donate
to the Annual Fund ($30 minimum)
e.
Secure
an auction item for a JLO Fundraiser with a minimum retail value of $50
f.
Attend
a JLO sponsored training
2011/12 Fundraisers include: Cox Classic, Big Red Block Party, American Girl Fashion Show, my
closet, High Heel Dash, Chick Lit Fundraiser and Riverfront Wine Festival.
2011/12 Projects include:
Done in a Day (DIAD), Family Works, A Book of My Own, and Packs of Hope.
After
completing the New Member Year, each member becomes an Active Member and the membership
requirements change.
Click
Here to learn how you can join the Junior League of Omaha and be a
part of the legacy!
