Join the Junior League

The Junior League of Stark County reaches out to women of all races, religions and national origins who demonstrate an interest in and commitment to voluntarism. Members reflect a diversity of backgrounds, interests, and skills from both the volunteer and professional sectors.

We encourage you to review our web site to learn more about the Junior League of Stark County and our volunteer work in our community. If you have any questions or desire further information about becoming a member of the Junior League please contact us at admin@jlstarkcounty.org.

We appreciate your interest and hope you will share our enthusiasm and commitment to improving the community through volunteer service. We welcome you to join us in being "women building better communities."

Membership Requirements:

During the first year in our League, you will be part of an Admissions Class. You will be able to bond with other new members while learning about the Junior League. You will work together to complete a group project as well. After this learning year, you will become an Active member of the Junior League.

The requirements that you will complete as part of the Admissions Class include:

  • Participation in the majority of the Admissions meetings (usually 1 per month, September - April)
  • Participation in the Admissions Project
  • Attendance at 4 of the 8 General Membership Meetings
  • Participation in some aspect of a League project or fundraiser
  • Payment of Admissions dues - $100.00

The requirements of an Active member of the League:

  • Attendance at 5 of the 8 General Membership Meetings
  • Participation in League Projects
  • Participation in the League Fundraisers
  • Participation in the committee in which you are assigned
  • Payment of Active Dues - $160.00 year

Admissions Philosophy

The responsibility for the future of the Junior League rests with its present members. To maintain the valued reputation of our organization and to continue our outstanding record of community service, obtaining new women for membership must be an important priority for each League member. Recognizing the qualities of leadership and community concern in others is the first step toward sustaining a vital League organization. We also value membership diversification as we believe it strengthens our Junior League. Even though the criteria for membership in the Junior League are high, the rewards are many.

Eligibility Requirements

  1. A prospective member must be at least 21 years of age or older at the time of application in the League's fiscal year in which she applies.
  2. A prospective member must reside within the admission's area of The Junior League of Stark County, Ohio, Inc.
  3. Junior League membership is open to prospective members of any race, religion or national origin.

Prospective Members

  1. The name of prospective members shall be given to the Chair of the Admissions/Provisional Committee.
  2. Prospective members, including legacies, should attend an informational meeting to learn about membership responsibilities and the mission of the League. 3.Admission forms and criteria guidelines for membership may be obtained from the Admissions/Provisional Committee at the informational meeting and at The Junior League headquarters.
  3. In order for a prospective member to be considered a Provisional, completed and signed forms along with the Provisional fee shall be returned to the Admissions/Provisional Chair before the established deadline.