History
Our Mission
The Junior League of Topeka, Inc. is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable.
70 Years of Service
The Junior Charities of Topeka, which was established in 1932, officially changed its name to The Junior League of Topeka, Inc. in 1937 and affiliated with the Association of Junior Leagues International (AJLI).
Over the past 70 years, the JLT has committed more than $1.3 million and countless volunteer hours to help build a better community.
1930s - 1950s. The Junior League of Topeka focuses on supporting the war effort. In 1955, JLT hosts its first Next-to-New Sale, a Topeka tradition that continued until 2007.
1960s. The Junior League of Topeka establishes the Volunteer Center of Topeka. JLT provides key funding for the Arts Council of Topeka and Mulvane Art Museum.
1970s. The Junior League of Topeka brings the Meals on Wheels program to Topeka. JLT establishes the Everywomans Resource Center (ERC), Kansas Action for Children, Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) and Hospice Inc.
1980s. The Junior League of Topeka founds the Topeka Community Foundation. JLT funds “Get Set”, a county-wide drug and alcohol education program for Topeka youth.
1990s. The Junior League of Topeka brings the Everybody Wins! When Adults Read with Children program to Topeka. JLT helps implement Kids Voting in Topeka schools.
2000s. The Junior League of Topeka launches “Happy, Healthy Me!”, a multi-year initiative to prevent and reduce childhood obesity in Shawnee County.
JLT Past Presidents
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