Without our 2,300 excellent members, we would not have been able to write the stories of this year, while planting seeds for growth and the articles of the future.
As I said in our winter edition of 3039M magazine highlighting our donors, it is because of you that we can grow our impact and expand our reach in the community. You have helped JLW plant and nurture ideas so that we shine in the future.
It has been my honor to serve as JLW President this year and I will forever be grateful for the opportunity to support and cheer each of you on.
On behalf of the 2023-2024 Board of Directors, our staff, leaders, and every member, thank you for continued service, commitment, and support of the Junior League of Washington.
Thank you for being willing to Go & Grow this year and planting the seeds needed to sustain us in the future.
Cheers to our 111th year!
Kimberly Price
JLW President, 2023-2024
rowth and excellence are what we celebrated in the 111th year of the Junior League of Washington (JLW)! This year, JLW has demonstrated to ourselves and our community that we are an organization of excellent women, dedicated to supporting our community, fostering the growth of our members, and exploring new directions.
This year, I challenged all of you to Go & Grow, to expand our impact and engagement, both within our League and alongside the community. You all delivered and did just that! JLW was the recipient of three awards at AJLI’s annual conference this year, symbolizing our commitment to growth and excellence within our community. We won the DIE(A)B Award, along with the Leadership Development Award and the inaugural Excellence Award in recognition of the exceptional work we do throughout the DC Metro area. I am proud that JLW is an award winning organization of women that seeks to advance women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training.
In this edition of 3039M magazine, I hope you will find a few seeds that you can use to continue to help JLW grow in new directions for the future. I hope you will enjoy the articles about the seeds of Past Presidents, A Wider Circle, and our newest, reimagined fundraiser, the Art of Entertaining, among many other excellent articles.
I hope you can see some of the excellent work you and our members have done this year, but there is so much more we have done and so much more we can do. Our impact in the DC Metro area is constantly growing and changing. All of you are a part of that.
The words Go & Grow compels one to action. It is fitting that in JLW’s 111th year, it is the year of action, but also of growth. Through growth, we find ways to make our actions sustainable. Throughout the magazine, you will see members that have gone forth into the world and made their mark.
Like many of you, I look forward to receiving the magazine at the start of the consistently warm days of summer. I have served on the Publications Committee since my very first active year as a JLW member. One of my favorite aspects about serving on the Publications Committee is the ability to learn more about the League and being entrusted with the stories of other committees. I am especially proud that in my fourth year with the Committee and as the Publications Committee Chair, I have seen an evolution in how we center our stories and a League that is adapting to its changing members.
In this edition, we celebrate the transformation of the Kitchen Tours Committee into the Art of Entertaining’s inaugural event, JLW’s commitment to the values of DEIAB and taking DEIAB to the next level, JLW’s commitment to literacy continuing with our impressive track record of volunteerism at the National Book Festival, the enduring partnership of JLW and the National Museum of Women in the Arts and much, much more.
You will not be able to pick a favorite article. contained within this edition are multiple stories of growth, change, and transformation. You will read each article and love them all dearly. This edition truly shows the best of who we are–diverse, intelligent, vibrant, and GROWING (in numbers)!
Yours in service, Erika Burrnett Editor
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“All the flowers of all the tomorrows are in the seeds of today”
—Native American Proverb
In the rich soil of the Junior League of Washington (JLW), past presidents have sown seeds of change, innovation, and progress. As we reflect on our current President Kimberly Price's theme for the League this year, Go & Grow, we turn to these leaders to ask: What seed did you plant during your tenure as JLW President that you have seen grow and flourish within JLW? Their answers reveal the enduring impact of their leadership and how their legacies have borne fruit for the League.
In the years before I was President, the JLW membership voted to renovate our Headquarters building which desperately needed renovations to its HVAC and electrical systems and design updates to allow more meetings and office space. When I was president, we moved the plans for the new building closer to reality by selecting an architect, designing the renovated building,
and launching the public portion of the Capital Campaign to pay for the building.
We also revitalized our internal and external training programs by bringing in the Junior League of Boston to facilitate a professional-level, nine day training course to any members who desired it and would commit to serving in JLW leadership or as internal JLW trainers.
As President, I created the partnership between JLW, the White House, and Library of Congress for the National Book Festival in 2003. In the past 21 years it heartens me to see that the League
continues to provide volunteers to the Festival while igniting and supporting the love of literacy for the hundreds of thousands of people who come to the festival year after year.
I planted two seeds during my presidency. First, I was responsible for vetting vendors for our JLW web platform, signing the contract, and overseeing the transition. I know many members hated Digital Cheetah, but at the time we signed the contract, it was a state-ofthe-art platform.
The second seed was planted in me by JLW – to gain confidence to make huge changes in my life. I applied for a job in Germany and got it. I leveraged
my JLW volunteer experience to be a Girl Scout leader, serve as chair for the group that administered a $60 million budget in Mission Germany, serve as the Community Support Association chair that ran a bar and restaurant, a hotel, a pre-school, two quick shops, and cable TV for the housing area. I leveraged all of my experience to apply for the Senior Executive Service with the federal government and was awarded that position as well!
There are two memories I have from my tenure in the League that always make my heart smile.
During the year that I served as President, I encouraged members to tell me their mission moment – the moment they knew something that reflected our mission as a League – and we started sharing those at the Board table and meetings. Now almost 10 years later, I hear members sharing their mission moments and I know that we made a lasting connection. My heart always smiles when I hear members share how they grew as leaders and impacted their community.
The second one was Bubbly with the Board, the event held a few times annually. The idea was created during a board retreat the year that I served as President. The Board members wanted to create a fun way for members to connect with the Board and learn about their path to leadership. It was a way to connect members and help them Go & Grow within JLW and 10 years later, it is still occurring. I sent a note to the ladies that I served with that year reminding them that we may never know if what we are creating will last, but when it does, I hope each one of them took the time to reflect on how they brought lasting change to JLW.
I would humbly suggest the Get on Board program.
(The Get on Board program, now in its provides training for members interested in learning the ins and outs on
how to serve on a board of directors. By nurturing the desire to lead in dozens of individuals thus far, the positive impact of the Get on Board program has magnified the reach of the League.)
Seed planted? During my presidency we approved a dues scholarship. We had no idea if it would work but needed to do something to get us moving and
continue to bring in diverse individuals of various backgrounds looking to make a difference in the community!
I planted a seed to expand the scope and charge of JLW's Strategic Planning Committee. Today, our Strategic Sustainability Council, along with the establishment of our Research,
Evaluation & Innovation (REI) Committee helps our leaders and members Go & Grow by making data-informed decisions on what to start, what to stop, or what should stay.
While it was not during my presidency, when I was Chair of the Literacy Events Planning Committee, I answered the challenge of the Council Director to grow the role of LEP and developed the concept of Resolution Read as a mini placement.
What started as an idea to facilitate reading aloud in DC during January (make a New Year’s resolution to read
aloud) and then in our centennial year the next year, got super charged by the 100,000 book project— all under the name Resolution Read. The project continues today as a mechanism for book grants and read-aloud opportunities over a decade later! It still tickles me when I see social media etc. on Resolution Read.
As I said in my opening and closing letter during my term, “when we build a legacy, we do not see the fruits of our labor, or the shade of the trees we plant,” and how apropos that is. During the 2022-2023 JLW League year, we planted two BOLD seeds that continue to grow and enrich JLW daily.
First, we made the strategic decision to bring on a DEIAB consultant to help us identify areas of growth and opportunity to ensure JLW continues to be a place where we can grow, learn, and adapt continuously to the needs of our
members and local community. I see the legacy of that initiative to this day.
Second, we renamed our main meeting room, “The Presidents’ Room”, in honor of Past and Future Presidents and their legacy and dedication to women’s leadership and community support. Our main meeting space is home to our Board meetings, major events, and trainings, and we thought it worthy to rename it in honor of all of the wonderful leaders who have supported and will continue to support the League's mission and purpose in perpetuity. •
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The Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Belonging (DEIAB) Task Force was put into place in the 2020-2021 League year, and since its inception, Junior League of Washington (JLW) has been intentional about choosing all of the terminology to be included. The A, accessibility, and B, belonging, were of particular importance.
Accessibility didn’t solely mean focusing on physical accessibility, but also accessibility within meetings - such as whether closed captioning was needed, what about visual features, can we support those members where English is their second language.
Accessibility does not solely mean focusing on physical accessibility. It also includes identifying additional necessary accessibility needs during meetings and events, such as whether closed captioning is needed, or ways we support those members where English is their second language.
For the 2023-2024 League year, a larger emphasis was placed on the belonging component. The Task Force looked to determine the role each individual member plays in achieving JLW’s DEIAB goals and how the organization can ensure everyone feels like they belong. The aim being to ultimately lead to a sense of ownership and the feeling of having a stake in the larger effort.
The Task Force enlisted the services of an independent consultant, Dr. Rajanique Modeste of Vestigia Organizational Strategies, to conduct an initial assessment of the state of
DEIAB within the League. All JLW members were invited to participate in one of 10 listening sessions hosted by the Task Force. These sessions provided the opportunity for members to open up about race, accessibility and affordability of events, and how the League can improve in ensuring that everyone feels like they belong within the organization. The focus for the 2023-2024 League year centered on the creation of a roadmap and how it will be implemented.
“The tone and focus for this year is putting action to words, and not being a performative organization,” said Prianka Sharma, Task Force Chair. “By action, we’re looking at how we put organic systems, programming and thought into place so that down the line we don’t even need a separate Task Force for DEIAB. Instead, the ownership is on each member within the organization to carry this initiative forward.”
While several members have served on the Task Force since its inception, Emily Jordan joined at the beginning of this League year, and has been actively involved in the progress of its work.
“I was on the Board in 2021 so I have been very aware of the DEIAB work being done. With my background in special education, the President-Elect asked me to be a voice for accessibility,” explained Jordan. “I see my role on the Task Force as someone who can advocate for the work that the entire membership should be doing and identify what the priorities are. I am really happy with the direction this organization is headed in to be diverse, equitable, inclusive, accessible, and provide belonging for everyone.”
The Task Force is constantly looking for opportunities to keep DEIAB at the forefront of the minds of JLW members. This year, it implemented ‘DEIAB Moments’, an idea resulting from the listening sessions in 2022. The goal of this initiative is to have individual members submit their own stories to be included in League Lines - a short paragraph highlighting a special holiday celebration, an insightful conversation with another member, or even a great cultural learning experience. This is a tangible way for members to get involved in DEIAB initiatives, which not only helps to put names to faces and add a human element, but also provides members with a sense of ownership over what they are doing.
Additionally, the Communications and Public Relations (CPR) team has made great strides in varying their content and urging individual members to share more personal moments to display on JLW social media platforms. In addition to simply posting a graphic in observance and celebration of a holiday, they have asked members to record videos about their traditions and what the holiday means to them to further foster connection, belonging, and relationship building.
Furthering DEIAB practices, councils and committees that put on larger League events have also put significant considerations into inclusivity - for example, menu planning includes mocktails and accommodation for dietary restrictions and sign language interpreters are often present as well.
Training has also been a big focus for this year. During the Summer Leadership Institute (LI) the Task Force, in conjunction with LI, held cultural competency training for all leaders. This was just the first step in the process, as plans are underway to open this training to those who volunteer with our Community Partners next year, and eventually the entire organization.
“One of the things we struggle with in educating members is that this is an on-ramp. It is not going to be all or nothing right away; we need to do things in smaller incremental chunks because that is the only way it is going to stick,” explained Sharma.
This training reinforces JLW’s dedication to empowering its members with the tools and knowledge to engage effectively, respectfully promote our mission, make a positive impact, and foster meaningful connections within the communities we serve.
How does one tackle an issue as complex and varied as DEIAB?
It’s important to remember the old adage that to begin, we should listen twice as much as we speak.
“The first part of solving a problem has to be sitting in the need or concern and listening to those who are voicing these concerns,” said Jordan. “As motivated, high achieving women, we often go directly from problem to solution, and it is important to sit in the middle for a little bit to figure out if everybody who is affected by this problem is part of the
conversation and make sure we understand the problem that needs to be addressed.”
However, it should be mentioned that the Task Force is not the authority, but rather they are the facilitators for the work surrounding the change model, and thus, everyone’s opinion has value.
“The Task Force is trying to stress that everyone should bring solutions to the table,” said Sharma. “Even if you do not know what the solution is, the Task Force and JLW leadership cannot be single-handedly responsible for solving it. Members should approach the process collaboratively, working together with the Task Force and leadership to address it and figure it out together.”
“This is everyone’s responsibility,” echoed Jordan. “Everyone should feel empowered and responsible to make JLW a DEIAB league.”
This year, as the implementation phase began, one of the more interesting takeaways was that there are already many actions being taken by League members to make things accessible and make others feel like they belong. Now the Task Force believes it is just a matter of finding ways to institutionalize DEIAB initiatives so that it becomes muscle memory for the organization.
With the right procedures in place, the Task Force aims to take on more of an advisory role. Similarly to strategic planning goals, each individual council has tangible DEIAB planning goals related to the roadmap that they have been working on, and that is something the Task Force plans to carry forward.
Moving into the 2024-2025 League year, its goal is to continue assessing progress, managing Board goals and making recommendations, then ideally distribute the DEIAB initiatives organically among different councils and committees.
A next step for the membership is identifying ways to promote belonging and make members feel welcome at events.
“If members don't see the value in coming to events for this organization that they are paying to be a part of, then we are not achieving our mission,” asserted Jordan. “How do we make membership more authentic at every level? Every single member should be asking ‘what am I doing to promote belonging, both my own and the belonging of others in this organization?’”
DEIAB progress is more than just a set of administrative changes and the Task Force hopes to maximize what members have already been compelled to do themselves, while understanding that this is a continual process. “Looking ahead, we need to continue reflecting, decide if the action steps we took worked, what might need to change, and where we can add more,” said Jordan, hopeful about the League’s future.
“My hope is that it becomes an innate process for people, that members are constantly asking what accommodations can be made, and continue to be aware of other’s capacities. It is really a behavioral change of how we operate, to think critically and be able to follow this new process of change and not just doing things ‘the way we always have’ out of habit.” •
The Roadmap serves as a compass, aligning everyone around the shared vision and commitment to promoting a more equitable and inclusive organization. The Roadmap is a living document and can be updated as necessary to reflect the needs of JLW This document serves as a call to action to hold all members accountable to ensure the work is done.
Gathering the perspectives and insights from a myriad of members who are from different backgrounds, cultures, and faiths is critical to understanding their needs to becoming more involved in JLW. This approach Is particularly valuable as it introduces a safe and non-judgmental space where their voices can be shared apart from the larger membership group to facilitate honest conversations of how this can be remedied.
Town hall discussions, facilitated by the President, will demonstrate commitment to improving DEIAB at JLW. The President will host quarterly sessions to actively engage with diverse voices and perspectives in an effort to pinpoint areas that require change The intent of the Town Halls is to afford members an opportunity to address Issues and develop Innovative solutions collectively and openly
Recruitment and retention of historically underrepresented and marginalized women is a critical strategy for enhancing diversity and representation within the JLW It brings unique perspectives and experiences, enriching committees, leadership, and the Board with varied insights and ideas. This approach Involves Implementing targeted recruitment strategies, using current data and focus groups to assist with retention efforts 1 2 3 4 5
As part of the ongoing commitment to promoting fairness, equity, understanding, and most importantly, respect for diverse cultures within the communities with which JLW partners, members may be required to attend cultural competency training before volunteering with a JLW community partner Initial sessions were held during the summer in 2023 with all leaders and facilitated by our DEIAB consultants at Vestigia Organizational Strategies. This training reinforces our dedication to empowering our members with the necessary tools and knowledge to engage effectively and respectfully promote our mission This proactive approach, which will be Implemented throughout JLW, ensures that all of our volunteers are well-prepared to make a positive Impact and foster meaningful connections with the communities we serve This initiative started with leadership and will move forward from there
In a bustling area like Washington, DC, where opportunities abound, it is easy to forget that not everyone has equal access to resources, support, or even the opportunity to succeed.
Recognizing this disparity, the Junior League of Washington (JLW) forged a powerful partnership with A Wider Circle (AWC), a nonprofit organization dedicated to ending poverty and
creating pathways to opportunity for individuals and families in need. Founded by Dr. Mark Bergel in 2001 with the mission of helping families lift themselves out of poverty, AWC provides basic items – including clothing, beds, cribs, and dishes – and workforce training to people in Maryland and the DC area. Through this partnership, JLW members have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in their community by volunteering at AWC's donation center and participating in career panels aimed at empowering individuals to reach their full potential.
Every other Saturday, 10-12 members of the AWC Committee meet at the organization’s Silver Spring warehouse to sort through donated items. This hands-on experience allows JLW members to support individuals and families in need.
“While we don’t get to interact with the clients directly with selecting items, sorting the donations ultimately helps someone truly in need because AWC gives individuals and families a place to come in to pick up furniture, children’s toys, books, and even clothing for the workplace,” explained Miesha Williams, A Wider Circle Committee Chair.
Donated furniture is arranged similar to a retail showroom, and there are personal shoppers and dressing rooms to assist those in need of clothing suitable for job hunting.
“They don’t say, ‘here's a suit’ and move onto the next person,” Williams adds. “A Wider Circle creates a shopping experience for everyone who walks through their doors. This incorporates dignity so there is some sense of agency and empowerment for the clients. JLW volunteers play a vital role in ensuring that AWC's mission of providing basic needs and dignity to those experiencing poverty is fulfilled.”
Beyond the donation center, JLW members also contribute their expertise and mentorship through
participation in career panels organized by the AWC staff. These panels provide an invaluable opportunity for individuals striving to overcome barriers to employment by offering guidance, advice, and encouragement from professionals across various industries. By sharing their experiences and insights, JLW members empower participants to navigate the job market with confidence and resilience, ultimately creating pathways to economic stability and success.
The partnership between JLW and A Wider Circle is rooted in a shared commitment to creating pathways to opportunity for individuals and families facing adversity. Both organizations recognize the importance of addressing systemic barriers to success and providing comprehensive support that addresses not only immediate needs but also long-term solutions.
For JLW members, volunteering with AWC is more than just a service opportunity – it is a chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of others while also gaining valuable insights and experiences that enrich their own lives.
“One of the things I appreciate about A Wider Circle is that they approach service and support in a holistic way,” noted Lindsay Runion, who has served on the committee since 2020. “The Silver Spring center focuses on serving those trying to reenter the workforce as well as folks looking to rebuild and get back on their feet. The organization incorporates a lot of dignity into the process so that anyone who comes through their doors, whether in need of support or to volunteer, has a positive experience.”
Through hands-on volunteer work and meaningful engagement with A Wider Circle's staff and clients, JLW members deepen their understanding of the complex issues surrounding poverty and develop empathy, compassion, and a sense of social responsibility.
Moreover, by participating in career panels, JLW members have the opportunity to leverage their professional expertise and networks to empower individuals striving to build brighter futures for themselves and their families. Many of the clients A Wider Circle supports have been “out of work for awhile,” notes committee member, Joycelyn James, who volunteered for career sessions focused on Excel skills and interview preparation.
During one of her sessions, James recounted how she and other committee volunteers worked with clients on best practices when discussing their previous job experiences and how to present things in a positive light.
“The client we met with had been without employment for some time and we encouraged her to reframe some past job experiences so that she'd sound more positive when she spoke about them” said James. Whether offering resume tips, interview coaching, or industry-specific advice, JLW members play a crucial role in helping participants overcome obstacles and achieve their career goals.
In essence, the partnership between JLW and A Wider Circle exemplifies the power of collaboration between like-minded organizations to create positive change and advance equity in the DC Metro area. By working together to address the root causes of poverty and inequality, both organizations are paving the way for a future where every individual in our communities has the opportunity to thrive and succeed, regardless of their circumstances. Through voluntarism, mentorship, and advocacy, JLW members are not only giving back to their community but also actively contributing to the collective effort to create a more just and equitable society for all. •
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Incorporated in 1981, the National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) was the first major museum in the world solely dedicated to championing women through the arts – and the Junior League of Washington (JLW) has been a proud partner since the very beginning.
In line with JLW’s focus area, by supporting arts education for museum patrons of all ages, NMWA allows them to explore culture and learn through the development of skills to interpret visual arts and language.
During the NMWA’s founding years, JLW provided funding that facilitated the establishment of a volunteer program and the hiring of a volunteer coordinator.
Grants from JLW amounted to $43,290 in funding during the 1983-1984 League year and an additional $45,887 for 19841985. After six years of preparation, the museum opened in its current location on New York Avenue NW in 1987.
Over the nearly 40 year partnership, JLW has remained committed to NMWA in its efforts to acknowledge the achievements of women artists, while also expanding awareness of the museum and its mission. During the 2023-2024 League year, JLW’s NMWA Committee consisted of 10 women volunteers who provided support for departmental activities and event programming. Similar to the original JLW volunteers of the 1980s, these committee members undergo extensive training to familiarize themselves with the functions of the museum and its
collection, with additional training prior to each event.
In 2021, NMWA closed its doors to embark on an extensive, $67.1 million renovation project, the first since its opening in 1987. The NMWA Committee, a perennial favorite of JLW members passionate about the arts, endured a long two-year wait. However, that wait has finally come to an end, as the museum reopened in October 2023.
“The new space is stunning, allowing patrons to interact with art in ways the old layout did not support. New galleries and layouts allow the curatorial team to build exhibitions in interesting and innovative structures, playing with size and spacing,” exclaimed Colli McKiernan, Chair of the NMWA Committee.
The renovations expanded gallery space by nearly 2,500 square feet, enhancing accessibility and improving infrastructure. New studio space now allows patrons to create their own works during drop-in hours throughout the week or at workshops. Also, additional space in the library showcases art books and displays literature relevant to the collection, exhibitions, and women artists.
With the renovations complete, there are now more events and opportunities for JLW NMWA Committee volunteers to interact with museum patrons. Once a month, the museum stays open late for NMWA Nights, an extended hours program featuring art, music, cocktails, and art-making, all supported by JLW volunteers.
On display from October to February 2023, the exhibit, The Sky’s the Limit benefitted from NMWA’s more open and light-filled galleries post-renovation.
Featuring works from removed artists such as Frida Kahlo, Berthe Morisot, Faith Ringgold, Amy Sherald, and Bernice Abbott, museumgoers can engage with the collection through interactive screens to discover art based on their interests or immerse themselves faceto-face with the works and explore them up close.
As a new part of JLW’s partnership with NMWA, JLW’s spring flagship event, The Art of Entertaining, took place in the stunning NMWA event space on April 19th.
“When looking for a location for The Art of Entertaining, [NMWA] was a picture-perfect fit,” explained Morgan Anderson, Vice Chair of Communications for the Art of Entertaining. “The newly-renovated space is beautiful, elegant and functional, all while showcasing spectacular female artists. The Art of Entertaining is a meaningful collaboration that reinforces our shared values and celebrates the Junior League of Washington's long standing partnership with the museum.”
To learn more about the NMWA and their upcoming events, please visit https://nmwa.org •
In the heart of Columbia Heights, a bustling neighborhood in Northwest Washington, DC, the Reading All Stars (RAS) program is making significant strides in the realm of literacy education. The Saturday morning initiative brings together eager young minds from Harriet Tubman Elementary School and dedicated Junior League of Washington (JLW) volunteers to embark on a journey of exploration through the world of books and writing.
Through the stories shared by participants – children, parents, teachers, and principals, the impact of RAS is meaningful and measurable. Parents have marveled at the transformation they’ve witnessed in their children. Parents and teachers observed significant shifts in children's reading habits and attitudes towards learning since joining RAS. Children who once showed little interest in reading now eagerly devour books, their reading levels soaring.
“We love RAS and my kids love RAS. It was transformative for my son. When he started he was behind in reading and didn’t enjoy it. He became an excellent reader. He still likes coming years later because he now loves reading. He signed up his younger sister,” one parent explained.
The program's impact extends beyond academic performance, influencing behavior and instilling a sense of confidence in students. Another parent highlighted the program's inclusivity,
particularly for non-native English speakers, underscoring the invaluable support provided by volunteers in enhancing language skills. Thus, for working families, RAS offers a lifeline, providing a nurturing environment where children thrive academically and socially.
Principal Delabar of Tubman Elementary School emphasized the transformative power of RAS in making reading a fun and exciting endeavor for students.
“Reading All Stars makes reading fun! Students are excited to come to school – even on a Saturday – and get the one-on-one attention of their reading partner. They build relationships that last years. Students are more willing to take risks as readers because of the confidence that their volunteer instills in them and that serves them well in the classroom,” explained Delabar regarding the impact of JLW volunteers.
For all committee members involved, the most valuable aspect of RAS lies in its ability to address the diverse needs and
challenges faced by children, parents, teachers, principals, and the community at large. RAS Committee member, Joslyn Brodfuehrer, finds fulfillment in witnessing children grow in their love of reading, highlighting the program's unique approach to nurturing literacy skills and fostering lifelong learners.
”RAS is a valuable program because of the experience it provides for children.
As a teacher, I can tell you that during the school day, a child is sitting in a classroom with 20-30 other students, who also have their own needs and interests. Classrooms can be distracting or overwhelming places for some children. Teachers are doing their best but their attention is divided,” explained RAS Committee member, Caitlin Askins.
Askins contrasts the classroom environment with that of RAS, where students have the full attention of one or two adults, the ability to choose the books they want to read, and the chance for structured, meaningful play. Through these surroundings, the
students can have a positive experience with reading. They can see that reading can be fun, and more importantly, that they can be successful at it. “Every child needs a village full of people who care about them, and RAS is part of that. Having another time each week that fills them up is extremely valuable,” stated Askins emphatically.
JLW has been instrumental in providing platforms for young writers to share their stories and develop essential skills. But where to from here? In future League years, the RAS Committee envisions continued expansion and impact of the program, aiming to support more children across the Columbia Heights community. Its goal goes beyond literacy skills alone as the committee aspires to cultivate a generation of critical thinkers and passionate readers who will shape the future.
As the program continues to flourish, it remains a testament to the transformative power of literacy education in shaping brighter futures for all. •
For 25 years, the Junior League of Washington (JLW) Youth Poetry Contest has been a landmark event demonstrating JLW’s dedication to inspiring and educating young minds in the Washington, DC area through a passion for reading and creative writing.
While a milestone anniversary is reason enough to celebrate, this year marks the second year the Literacy Events Planning (LEP) Committee took over management of the contest.
Following the National Book Festival, it is one of the committee’s main events of the League year. Open to students of DC public schools, DC public charter schools, and schools of the Archdiocese of Washington, the contest is eagerly anticipated by members of the community and the League alike.
However, while the contest itself might be the main event, it’s the weeks and months leading up to the big reveal of the winners that has a more profound impact on the participants.
In February, LEP committee members gathered at Planet Word – an immersive language arts museum – in downtown Washington, DC. to host the League’s first ever poetry workshop to prepare students for the upcoming contest.
On a Saturday afternoon, children from across the city gathered inside the museum for a free poetry workshop led by Lindsary Bernal, a local award-winning poet and a University of Maryland Fine Arts in Creative Writing faculty member.
And, thanks to Bernal’s passion and expertise, many students left Planet Word having penned the first draft of a poem to enter into the contest.
“It was interesting to see the different people who came today. Some are deeply invested and knowledgeable about poetry. Others had a lot of enthusiasm,” said Gaybrielle LeAnn, LEP committee member. “Others, you could
tell, were just trying it out and were a little shy at first.”
The LEP Committee also partners with the Done in a Day Committee (DIAD) to train volunteers across the League in scoring poems and providing constructive feedback. Regardless of whether they win an award, every student who submits a poem will receive constructive feedback that is designed to encourage them to continue writing and exercising their creativity.
Ashleigh Rose, a school librarian at Eliot-Hine Middle School, participated in a training LEP hosted in February and has encouraged her students to enter the contest in previous years.
“My creative writers were thrilled to have this opportunity to submit poetry and it was wonderful to see them get excited to share their words with an authentic audience – a component often missing for assignments they submit at school,” explained Rose warmly. She noted the success and feedback her students received in the 2023 contest have motivated them to start writing again for this year’s contest. Rose has also encouraged former students to include their awards from the poetry contest on high school and extracurricular applications.
“It creates a positive atmosphere even if the students don’t win,” said Emily Bowman, Vice Chair of the Poetry Contest,
about the importance of ensuring every student receives feedback and knows that their work inspired someone. “They’ve put time and effort in and it’s nice to get something back.”
At the end of day, the Poetry Contest, along with other LEP initiatives and the support from partners like Planet Word and Bernal, all come together to help pave a path for young people looking to bring their stories to life.
“That’s what this is about,” said Bowman. “Creating an opportunity for students to explore poetry as a way to express themselves.”
The Poetry Contest perfectly personifies JLW’s focus on supporting pathways to opportunity. Through this contest, students are equipped with not only another tool to express themselves, but the knowledge that trying new things can lead to success. •
As Librarian of Congress, Dr. Carla Hayden, kicked off the 2023 National Book Festival (NBF) when she remarked that the theme of the festival - “Everyone Has a Story” - was reflected among the “esteemed author lineup that reflects the diversity of voices in our nation and celebrates the storyteller in all of us.” The more than 70 different authors present to discuss their work at the festival this past year were not
the only ones at the book festival with a story to share.
The white hats and welcoming smiles of the Junior League of Washington (JLW) members have been a feature of the NBF since its third year. Over the past 20 years, JLW has supported the book festival with over 40,000 volunteer hours, the equivalent of approximately $2.3 million of time. This statistic, shared by current JLW President, Kimberly Price, at the Center for the
Book opening reception and highlighted by Dr. Hayden at the NBF Opening Ceremony, emphasizes how integral the experience of volunteering at the NBF is to Junior League members.
“I wanted to highlight the importance of literacy in our League’s history and the excitement our members have each year getting to work with the attendees at either the Roadmap to Reading or in the book signing lines,” reflected Price about her speech.
One could say it goes beyond words as 2023-2024 Literacy Events Planning (LEP) Committee Chair Elaina Ateke said, “there’s even a [District Heroines] candle called Junior League of Washington that says it smells [in part] like white hats at NBF, that’s how central this experience is to being a JLW volunteer.”
If you're a member of JLW, it is likely that you, like this author, have your own story of a shift spent volunteering at the National Book Festival. JLW volunteers are responsible for staffing the book signing lines, helping in book sales, and engaging children in learning about our diverse country at the Roadmap to Reading booths (formerly the Parade of States).
Whether it be meeting an author in the book signing lines, teaching a child about a new state, or enjoying the festival with a new friend you just made during your shift, the experience is almost a rite of passage for JLW members.
“Knowing that JLW is an integral component of the successful production of NBF and the collaboration and collective energy that goes into every detail - seeing all of that unfold in the joy of the faces of attendees is really powerful,” shared LEP committee member, Gaybrielle LeAnn.
“It’s fun to see all the fellow JLW volunteers in our white hats helping organize lines and oversee different sections of the festival,” shared JLW member, Amy Royle-Reznikov, fondly recalling her time at NBF during her early years in the League. “Many people ask about who we are and learn about our League during the festival.”
Ateke, who has been a member of the Literacy Events Planning Committee since her new member year, reflected on some of her favorite memories of volunteering at the National Book Festival over the past several years. “I love the Roadmap to Reading and just seeing the kids come with their maps and seeing
their excitement. Now as committee chair, I enjoy just walking around and seeing how everyone is engaged and enjoying volunteering.”
Ateke is not the only one who comes back year after year for what the festival provides. Incoming LEP Committee Chair Caroline Bruckner (2024-2025) has been a NBF volunteer through the League for 10 years.
“I have been volunteering at NBF since my provisional year in 2013. I missed one year, but other than that, it's my favorite book day of the year and I plan my schedule around it,” explained Bruckner. “My favorite part of NBF is getting to work with new volunteers and catching up with some veteran volunteers I might only get the chance to see at NBF. I love chatting with the new volunteers that are amazed at what we do at NBF.”
Much like the story arc of your favorite hero/heroine, the festival has evolved in the years since its inception, changing its location and date and growing in its efforts to reach a broader audience.
“A really big change in the last year was moving the date from Labor Day weekend to [mid] August. It makes a huge difference to have the festival indoors in the heat of a Washington DC summer, and, we can have more volunteers because so many people specifically travel Labor Day weekend,” stated Bruckner.
The festival was held virtually in 2020 and 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic and made its return to its Convention Center home in 2022.
Despite all the changes to the festival itself, the involvement of JLW in the NBF, has stayed largely consistent until this past year. In addition to finding JLW volunteers in the aforementioned locations, the League’s presence was also expanded to include reading in the Story Corner and introducing a panel.
“This year we received the invitation to the Center for the Book reception and Charlyn Stanberry and Gaybrielle LeAnn were readers in the new Story Corner. Also, Kimberly Price was asked to introduce a panel on women’s empowerment,” shared Ateke
excitedly. These new ways the Library of Congress has asked JLW to expand its involvement in the festival speak to the strong relationship built over the past two decades that the League has supported the NBF.
“It was a great opportunity for JLW to thank the Library of Congress and continue to support NBF, while telling the audience a little bit about JLW and our mission,” said Price about introducing the panel discussion. The panel, entitled “Lie, Fight, Gatekeep: Girls vs. the Power,” featured authors Angeline Boulley (author of “Firekeeper’s Daughter”) and Amélie Wen Zhao (author of “Song of Silver, Flame Like Night”).
Looking ahead to the next National Book Festival, LeAnn says she is excited to “continue amplifying the impact of our involvement and influence of securing well trained, committed, and inspired volunteers to serve. This event is an amazing opportunity for JLW to show off for the Library of Congress but also to engage with the community in a real way - showing firsthand how committed we are as a League to creating pathways to opportunity through literacy. I hope to continue to honor this legacy and create more opportunities for this partnership to keep growing.”
Although she will no longer be the chair of the LEP Committee, Ateke still plans to attend and volunteer at the festival through JLW. “It’s amazing that past chairs still come back to help and the LEP connection continues. I’m happy to continue that gift.”
Whether you are a newer JLW member or have been in the League for years, volunteering at the National Book Festival offers a chance to learn about yourself, support the storied partnership, and write your own JLW volunteering story.
The 2024 National Book Festival will take place Saturday, August 24 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center. •
Kelli Richardson Lawson's life is one of profound compassion and unwavering determination. Her personal journey is deeply rooted in her commitment to community empowerment. Currently a sustainer, Kelli has been a member of the Junior League of Washington (JLW) since 1991. Prior to transitioning to sustainer status, she served several years on what became her favorite committee placement, Holiday Shops, and used her experience to drive meaningful change both within and beyond the League.
Lawson is the founder and CEO of The House of JOY, formerly known as JOY Collective, a Black and woman-owned cultural insights, marketing, and creative agency based in Washington, DC. Under Lawson’s leadership, The House of JOY has thrived as a business by uplifting brands and fostering meaningful connections. Her career path has led her to become an Emmy Award-winning creative visionary.
This is evident in her agency's client portfolio which boasts award-winning campaigns for esteemed brands like BET, OWN Network, Disney, Paramount, and AARP – just to name a few. Lawson also co-founded The CROWN Movement to combat hair discrimination. The CROWN
Act, short for “Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair,” is a law enacted in 2019 that bans race-based hair discrimination, including the unfair denial of job and educational opportunities due to hair texture or styles. This landmark legislation was created through the collaborative efforts of Dove and the CROWN Coalition. She takes pride in showcasing the transformative power of authentic representation and positive change. Both in her service within JLW and in her professional career, Lawson is committed to working to create inclusive environments of diverse individuals, organizations, and communities.
Beyond her professional achievements, Lawson’s commitment to her community is evident in her founding of The SonRise Project, a non-profit organization nominated for a NAACP Image Award. The inspiration for the organization, a passion project for Lawson, came about when, in 2018, Kelli and her husband discovered that one of their sons was battling severe depression and anxiety.
Turning their grief into a force for good, the initiative provides support to families grappling with mental wellness and addiction issues, offering a lifeline for countless individuals.
“My vision was clear – to create a haven where Black families like ours
could find solace, unwavering support, and deep understanding. The SonRise Project emerged as a symbol of hope, a sanctuary where Black parents could unite, share their unique experiences, seek valuable guidance, and extend comfort to one another in times of need,” explained Lawson.
Through weekly calls, The SonRise Project brings parents together through mutual understanding, compassion, and upliftment, fostering the crucial conversation of mental health in the Black community. Her work is driven by her understanding of uncertainty, heartache, and resilience, particularly in her role as a parent raising two Black sons in America.
Through her work with The House of JOY and The Sonrise Project, Lawson embodies the mission of JLW by making meaningful community impact through her everyday actions, collaborations, and the training sessions she provides. She empowers and uplifts Black parents facing mental wellness challenges, demonstrating the transformative power of authentic representation and community support. Lawson’s dedication to her community and her unwavering commitment to positive change make her a true beacon of light in the world of mental wellness advocacy. •
Each year, the Junior League of Washington (JLW) eagerly opens its doors to a new class of Transfer Members from other Leagues around the country. The 2023-2024 fall and spring transfer classes included 62 women. This diverse group of women brings with them a wealth of experiences and perspectives that continue to enrich the JLW community.
This year, under the leadership of Chair Stephanie Driscoll, the Transfer Committee is dedicated to ensuring
that transfers feel more supported and well-informed from the start. The committee provides them with the resources and guidance needed to navigate their new JLW journey seamlessly. Whether it is through personalized messages or informative orientation sessions, the committee members who serve as Transfer Advisors are committed to making every transfer feel welcomed as they settle into life in their new home in the Washington, DC area. One of the most exciting aspects of welcoming new Transfer Members
is the opportunity to learn from their diverse backgrounds and skills as they bring fresh insights and expertise to JLW’s initiatives, enhancing both the impact of the League and the unity among its members.
With members hailing from more than 40 different Leagues across the country, part of the committee’s programming includes activities designed to help the newest Transfers get acquainted with the area such as the series of events appropriately called “Welcome to Washington” (W2W). Events included
Different groups of transfers learn more about committee representatives’ placement experience during the mini-PIE portion of Course Session.
attending the ballet at the Kennedy Center, touring Capitol Hill, visiting museums, and laying wreaths at Arlington Cemetery, just to name a few.
To foster more intimate local connections and create a sense of community within JLW, Transfer Advisors organize gatherings, such as neighborhood meet-up events for transfer members. These events provide members with the opportunity to connect with new friends who live nearby, facilitating friendships that last a lifetime. Whether bonding over shared experiences or exploring the vibrant culture of Washington, DC, Transfers can form close-knit relationships quickly that ultimately enrich their overall JLW experience.
The transfer acclimation extends beyond the League year, as the Transfer Committee hosts an annual Transfer Reunion to celebrate current and past Transfer Members of the JLW community. This year’s theme was “JLW Ski Lodge Après Ski,” where members showed up dressed in their coziest sweaters and knit attire, adding to the festive atmosphere.
The reunion is a time to reconnect with old friends, make new memories, and celebrate the enduring bond that unites the JLW transfer community. It serves as a reminder of the organization’s commitment to fostering lifelong friendships and a sense of belonging among its members.
As transfer members embrace their new home within JLW, they seamlessly integrate into the organization’s fabric, contributing to our mission to advance women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training. Together, they embody the spirit of unity and empowerment that defines the Junior League of Washington, leaving a lasting impact on communities across the greater Washington, DC area. •
In the bustling landscape of philanthropy and social events, the Junior League of Washington (JLW) is thrilled with the launch of the inaugural The Art of Entertaining. Spearheaded by a newly formed committee of members passionate about bringing a new Spring League event, The Art of Entertaining promises to be a fusion of elegance, creativity, and community spirit.
Replacing the former Kitchen Tour Committee, The Art of Entertaining Committee marks a strategic shift for the League.
The Kitchen Tour (KT) Committee's mission was to organize fundraising events that support JLW's community partners, grants, scholarships, and initiatives. The main event involved a parade of homes in a designated neighborhood, where attendees could tour each property while enjoying samples from local businesses and restaurants. Smaller fundraising events like the Toast of the Tour preceded KT to build awareness and interest. Typically held on a Saturday afternoon, the Kitchen Tour offered guest access to 8-12 homes with food and beverage tastings, attracting both JLW members and the general public
"Post-COVID, we needed to revise our signature spring gathering to include as many members at one centrally located event that encompassed both the social and philanthropic interests of
our members," explained Desiree Carey, The Art of Entertaining Vice Chair of Special Events, and one of the driving forces behind the committee’s evolution. Drawing inspiration from successful fundraisers like Kappa Tablescapes in Dallas, the committee aimed to create an unforgettable experience that reflects creativity and embraces inclusivity.
At the heart of the planning process was the selection of a venue that resonated with the spirit of the event. When the committee considered that the inaugural Art of Entertaining was set to take place in the same year longtime JLW partner National Museum of Women in the Arts (NMWA) reopened following extensive renovations, it was clear that serendipity was at play. Sparling Wilson, the current committee Chair, emphasized the significance of partnering with NMWA, stating,
"We wanted to further our relationship with NMWA and hopefully build a signature event our League will be known for in the community." explained The Art of Entertaining Committee Co-Chair, Sparling Wilson, emphasizing the significance of the partnership.
What is The Art of Entertaining all about? The main focus of this event is a celebration of the art of possibility, showcasing captivating tablecape designs and demonstrations while giving back to the community.
On April 19, the Art of Entertaining Committee welcomed over 300 guests at its inaugural event. The evening featured 16 beautifully decorated tables, displayed across two levels of the museum.
"The majority of our tablescapes were designed and executed by applicants selected from a variety of backgrounds," explained Carey. Those applicants include both local designers and seasoned hostesses. Table decorators submitted applications describing their themes, and the committee worked diligently to ensure a diverse range of designs.
Throughout the evening, guests were immersed in an array of thrilling displays, designed to inspire both novice hosts and experienced entertainers. At the end of the evening, guests had the opportunity to cast their votes for their favorite table. The prestigious Best-In-Table award was presented to Georgetown Garden Shop.
In addition to the tablescapes, the event included a bevy of presentations. "We sought out experts in fields aligned with key areas that we thought would be fun and would also help attendees leave with actionable tips to make entertaining either more approachable if they’re new to hosting or take their skills to the next level," Wilson explained.
Attendees enjoyed demonstrations on Master Wine and Cheese Pairings with Paste & Rind, Becoming a Poised and Confident Host with Elevate Etiquette, Creating Captivating Table Settings with Hosting Table, as well as from Jenny Paxton Calligraphy, Laksh Sarkark Creations, and Replacements, Ltd.
Pulling off a transition from a much beloved event to something brand new was no easy undertaking. “This event took a Herculean effort to execute," acknowledged Sparling Wilson underscoring the importance of the contributions of both members and community partners to create an event that will be hosted for many years to come. "Looking ahead, I think the vision is to scale as much as possible and make this truly a landmark event for years, and maybe decades, to come." shares Wilson.
The inaugural Art of Entertaining has not only raised funds for JLW but has also set a new standard for community engagement and creativity. As JLW continues to evolve and adapt, The Art of Entertaining stands as a shining example of the League's commitment to excellence and its dedication to serving the greater Washington, DC area community. •
Let’s spill the tea on the Junior League of Washington (JLW) Esprit Committee. This is one of the more robust committees within the League, merging together social gatherings and educational activities. These events are intended to cultivate the sense of community and fellowship. Rooted in the essence of esprit de corps, this committee is dedicated to curating engaging experiences that
not only promote connections but also encourage personal growth among JLW members. In keeping with JLW President Kimberly Price’s 2023-2024 theme, Go & Grow, the events hosted by Esprit allow members to flourish and bloom in style within the welcoming embrace of JLW.
Julie Crump, current Esprit Committee Chair, joined the committee last League year, in part, to meet new people and form new connections. One of the things
that Julie appreciates most about Esprit is that committee members are able to share the multitude of things they are passionate about when it comes to organizing events for League members. From Barbie Movie Night to Bowling at the White House, there is always something thrilling on the agenda. These events brought together members with shared interests, and common hobbies, fostering relationships that last long after the event is over.
New for the 2023-2024 League year, the committee introduced a new event series that quickly became a fan favorite of members: Mastermind Dinners. These dinners are described as a space to offer peer mentorship and support, bringing together a small group of likeminded people to support each other to achieve their goals.
Throughout the League year, the Esprit Committee demonstrated a strong commitment to incorporating
Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Accessibility, and Belonging (DEIAB) principles into their programming. With a focus on fostering a welcoming and inclusive environment, the committee organized a total of 89 events, with 87 of them in person. Remarkably, nearly 90% of these events were free to participate in, ensuring accessibility for all members. This intentional approach to programming resulted in an estimated 1,000 League members attending Esprit events
throughout the year, creating meaningful opportunities for engagement and connection within our organization.
Whether you are a seasoned member or a newcomer looking to make some connections within JLW, Esprit will provide the experience and opportunity you’ll need to connect and grow personally. Through a combination of exciting events, accessibility for all members, and a welcoming community, the committee continues to blossom in style. •
On December 5, 2023, 31 women sat down to lunch at Kenwood Country Club. They all had something in common: each of them was a gardener – of flowers, of friendships, of lives full of beautiful moments. The day itself would be a special one –another bloom, carefully cultivated, to add to their arrangement of memories.
December’s luncheon marked the 70th anniversary of the Gardeners of the Junior League of Washington (JLW).
The fête was one befitting of their name as they dined amidst a sea of flowers in every shade of pink featuring table
centerpieces event co-chair Louvette Aspiotis described as “pink perfection.”
The arrangements stood in mixed styles of glass vases and there were enough for every guest, all of whom were sustainer members of JLW, to take one home.
Aspiotis and fellow event co-chair Marnie Nicholson asked member Nancy Foster to give the invocation, after which members Elizabeth Dietel, Claudia Hamblen, Robyn Joseffer, and Joy Vige each gave a talk about their memories and the history of the Gardeners.
They had quite a history to cover, beginning with the 1954 founding of the interest group by Pat Simmons and
Molly Howell who wanted to form a group within JLW of members with an interest in gardening and a desire to share and expand their knowledge.
The seed was planted and with the assistance of the League’s Griffy Swift, the Garden Club of the Junior League was born. Later renamed The Gardeners of the Junior League, the club has since grown to 45 members.
Elise Gillette and Estelle Noone, legacies of the club, spoke at the luncheon about their mothers, Margalee Gillette and Mary Schumann, fellow members of the Gardeners. They recalled that as children, their mothers enjoyed the club so much
that absolutely nothing would keep them from attending the Garden Club’s meeting on the first Tuesday of the month.
All these years later, the club still meets on the first Tuesday of each month, October through June, excluding January, when one can imagine not much gardening is taking place.
Their meetings cover a broad range of subject matter including the traditional – landscape design, horticulture, and flower arranging – to the modern –environmental and conservation issues and stewardship of natural resources.
“I’ve always loved gardens as well as flower arranging,” explained Gardeners of the Junior League President, Lee Murphy,
of her reason for joining the Gardeners.
“My parents sent me to France when I was 18 and I truly fell in love with the beauty of French gardens, particularly with the formal parterre gardens. Over the last 20 years, I have built a parterre garden at my weekend home; not nearly as lovely as what I saw, but it is a work in progress, carried out with love.”
More than just their meeting programs the club has helped members grow flourishing perennial friendships.
“It was all very moving,” said Murphy of the luncheon speeches. “There was not a dry eye in the room. The Gardeners of the Junior League is more than a club about gardening. It is so much more. The ladies have decades of friendship and bonds with each other that really transcends us as ‘just’ a gardening club.”
Over the years, the club has arranged visits to gardens at historical homes and sites. According to Aspiotis, the bus trips to the Philadelphia Flower Show are among her favorite Gardeners club memories. They also participated in community projects. And, naturally, they garden together. So well, in fact, that in 1961, the club was awarded the Best-in-Show silver bowl at the National Capital Area Flower and Garden Show.
However, their Best-In-Show title was not the only accolade the club has won. In 1965, in recognition of their garden at the Montgomery County Crippled Children’s Society Headquarters, the members were invited by First Lady Lady Bird Johnson to view the Jacqueline Kennedy Rose Garden at the White House, the first group to be so honored..
In 1983 and in years following, the Club was awarded citations by the National Capital Area Garden Clubs (NCAGC) for Outstanding Garden Club Achievement and most recently the Garden Therapy award.
In 1999, the club received one of the highest honors to be awarded by the National Council of State Garden Clubs Inc.: The National Council Flower Show Achievement Award, which consists of a Purple Rosette for a Standard Flower Show staged by a club with 21 to 49 members.
“The Gardeners have always been and continue to be the most caring group of extraordinary women,” added says event co-chair Marnie Nicholson. “Whenever there is a need for comfort or help, the Gardeners are the first ones on your doorstep.! I could not wait to become a sustainer so I would be able to join this special group.”
Her words are transcendent, as are so many of the products of the Gardeners club.
In her toast at the event Aspiotis added, “Here is to gardening and friendships of the best kind.” •
“Bard-on” Our
Katie Hatfield
To me, fair friend, you never can be old, For as you were when first your eye I eyed, Such seems your beauty still.
- William Shakespeare, Sonnet 104
Reopening in the spring of 2024, the debut of the updated Folger Shakespeare Library coincides with the 50th anniversary of the relationship between the library and the Junior League of Washington (JLW).
As the largest collection of Shakespeare in the world, the goal of the Folger Shakespeare Library has always been to educate and inspire the general public to keep the spirit of the bard alive and highlight the importance of the written word.
Initially introduced as a means to promote cultural literacy through the humanities and the arts, JLW’s Folger Shakespeare Library Committee has become a much beloved partnership over the years.
“To me, the breadth of arts-centric volunteer opportunities the Folger provides and the way the JLW is able to help the Folger host so many events brings a lot of value to both
organizations,” said Caroline Boulton, a multi-year member of the Folger Committee, on the importance of the partnership between JLW and the library.
Committee members provide support primarily to Folger’s Public Programs Division. You will find JLW volunteers ushering productions for the Shakespeare Library Theater and concerts by the Folger Consort, supporting Folger poetry events at the library and around the city, and providing the majority of moderators for Folger’s virtual book club (Words, Words, Words). The Folger Shakespeare Library Committee also has members support major and minor events on an as needed basis – such as the flagship event of the committee, Shakespeare’s birthday celebration.
“The Folger really appreciates JLW’s support. For instance, on opening nights of theater productions more JLW volunteers than usual are always requested because JLW ladies are very polite, courteous, and professional and really help the Folger put their best foot forward when they have donors in the audience,” explained Margaret van Wassenaer, Folger Committee Chair.
“The Folger staff has been wonderful to get to know, and the joy and engagement that the attendees bring to each performance and Folger book club meeting keeps me coming back each year,” added Boulton.
While there is no question the bond between the two institutions is unwavering today, according to JLW archives, the initial roots of the relationship began to take hold in November 1970.
In the Shakespeare Exhibit Hall, a 20-foot-long display case holds Folger’s 82 copies of Shakespeare’s First Folios, on public display together for the first time when Folger reopens this June. Photo Courtesy of Studio Joseph
“At that time League members helped the Folger begin a docent program, a program which represented the Folger Library’s first real efforts to serve school students and the general public in addition to its classic responsibility to the scholarly community,” reads an issue of the Junior League newsletter from 1972.
However, the placement was not solidified until a successful vote in May of 1973 in which Folger became an official placement under the Community Arts focus area. Fortunately, this coincided with the strategic shift by Folger’s director at the time, O.B. Hardison, to make Folger more accessible to the wider public, not just scholars.
Since then, the relationship has blossomed and it remains a popular committee choice for JLW members.
“I love assisting the patrons as an usher, it can be such a simple thing, but it’s really fulfilling for me. Helping make their experience smoother is really wonderful,” said Amy Rieger, Folger Committee Member.
Though it has been a long few years as both the COVID-19 pandemic and extensive construction and renovations pushed most of the League’s volunteer activities online, League members are thrilled to return to in-person activities.
“I didn't realize how many fantastic plays I would enjoy as part of this committee,” exclaimed first year Folger Committee member, Laura Blanton, on her favorite part about serving on the committee. “I thought that as an usher, I would seat people and then go away to some boring back room while patrons enjoyed the show. Turns out, this is absolutely not the case!”
As the proverbs say, “beauty is in the eye of the beholder” and “you’re only as old as you feel.” While there’s a bit of truth to these sorts of adages, sometimes, there’s nothing wrong with a little makeover – or in the case of the Folger Shakespeare Library, an $80.5 million renovation. In December 2020, after more than 10 years of planning, excavation for the extensive renovation project began in Capitol Hill on the original Paul Phillipe Cret building constructed in 1932.
The planned results are nothing short of breathtaking:
• A newly constructed 12,000-square-foot public wing
• Refurbished lobbies, an improved gift shop, and a new cafe
• New gardens featuring plants native to Washington, DC and plants referenced by Shakespeare in various works
• Two new exhibition halls, the Shakespeare Exhibition Hall and the Mimi Rose Rare Book and Manuscript Exhibition Hall. The former boasts the first public display of all 82 copies of Folger’s Shakespeare First Folios – over a third of the world’s remaining copies. The latter includes a gallery of rotating exhibitions and opportunities for visitors to interact
• A Learning Lab providing many new hands-on experiences for all ages
• Study rooms and collaborative spaces for researchers to consult with Folger curators or attend seminars hosted by the Folger Institute
More than just improving and updating the physical appearance of the building, however, the renovations are a strategic move that aim to bring the bard to the masses with intentionality. Much like the Junior League of Washington’s efforts to improve and expand diversity, equity, inclusion, accessibility, and belonging (DEIAB) across the entire organization, Folger has aimed to design the programming and experiences with inclusivity and belonging in mind.
“The renovation is more than than buildings and spaces, it’s about creating true accessibility to the wonderful cultural resources and experiences that make the Folger a singular place to visit amongst the impressive group of DC cultural institutions,” explained Karen Ann Daniels, Director of Programming and Artistic Director of Folger Theater, in a press release.
Reopening on June 21, 2024, the real question remains – will all of the expanded programming leave opportunities for JLW volunteers to do more for Folger?
“I’m sure that our scope will continue to grow as their need for support in new areas grows. Especially for any public facing volunteer roles I know the Folger staff really rely on JLW,” confirmed van Wassenaer.
Whether you are an expert, an enthusiast, or just a little bard-curious, the Folger Shakespeare Library Committee is an excellent opportunity to get involved with the library as well as the community at large.
“The Folger is an amazing cultural institution in Washington that really works to connect with the local community to provide opportunities for everyone to experience and connect with the arts,” said van Wassenaer. “This shared ethos of community connection makes it a clear fit with JLW’s mission and we are able to help them continue to do their fantastic work.” •
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The Done-in-a-Day (DIAD) Committee provides shortterm meaningful experiences for Junior League of Washington (JLW) volunteers by connecting committee members with dozens of community organizations across the DC metro area. JLW members provide support to organizations that help underserved populations including persons experiencing homelessness, youth, women, veterans, refugees, and prison youth. Because of the League’s positive reputation in the community, we receive countless submissions for volunteer opportunities. The submissions that come through the JLW website are then funneled to the DIAD Committee. DIAD supports 35 community organizations that do not have any other affiliation with JLW and because of that, DIAD is able to greenlight a myriad of diverse projects and events. These can range from 5K runs and bagging groceries for underserved communities, to galas and resume workshops. These DIAD events allow members to experience both variety in their volunteer experience and provide for added flexibility for those that have busy or tight schedules. One important event that has only continued to grow in popularity since its inception in 2022, is DIAD’s Weekend of Service (WoS). DIAD 2021-2022 Committee Chair Aida Latorre, first started the WoS to show the League what DIAD does and to open up DIAD events to the entire League. Centering around Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, the inaugural WoS started with 12 events
and offered 10 days to complete events around the holiday. The event was a success – accumulating a total of 288 volunteer hours.
Now in its third year, WoS has grown exponentially. In order to provide even more opportunities for committee
members, one of the main changes to WoS is that it is now offered both in November around Thanksgiving, to kick off the “season of giving,” and in January, around Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Through this change, the 2023-2024 WoS was able to offer over 40 events
that accounted for a total of 749 volunteer hours!
Caroline Anderson, DIAD’s current Committee Chair, attributes WoS’s growth in popularity to increased programming around the WoS and the majority of this year’s events returning to in person.
Programming for the 2022-2023 WoS was affected by both a last-minute change in leadership for the committee and majority online events. The extended timeline for planning WoS this year has been rejuvenating for the committee, according to Anderson.
Fortunate enough to see the evolution from the first WoS in 2022 to this year’s reenergized schedule of events, this is Anderson’s second year as the Chair of DIAD and fifth year with the committee overall. Anderson was first referred to DIAD by her Junior League network. After taking a leave of absence from JLW, she came back to the League as a working mom who desired more flexibility in her committee placement. DIAD provided her with a range of activities as a volunteer resulting in a fulfilling variety of experiences without being pigeonholed into any particular thing.
“I love the wide array of the organizations that we work with. There is something for everyone. I like getting to do a little bit of everything,” muses Anderson. “Some people really like doing the 5Ks, so they do that. Some people really love getting dressed up and going to galas. Personally, I loved being able to hand out groceries to people, but our events really run the gamut.”
Interested in signing up for DoneIn-A-Day? DIAD committee members are required to complete 22 hours of service which can include socials and committee gatherings. DIAD is also available as a secondary placement for League members who are looking to broaden the horizons of their volunteer experiences. •
While only in its second full year, the Research, Evaluation, & Innovation (REI) Committee has already made a significant impact on the Junior League of Washington (JLW). The committee is dedicated to ensuring the League's vitality by creating and overseeing strategic, annual, and implementation plans. Additionally, the REI Committee's work aligns with the Strategic Planning Committee (SPC) to maintain focus on our designated focus area.
During the creation of Impact 2022, JLW’s Five Year Strategic Plan, in 2017-2018, members of the SPC realized JLW did not have a formal process that aligned structure or placement to research, monitor, test, and evaluate new ideas. Prior to the establishment of REI, JLW members would usher in new initiatives without being able to define any success metrics in advance. Thus, members were unable to ensure whether their innovations or new ideas would properly leverage existing JLW assets, or whether they would produce positive returns for the League and community. This is not ideal in today’s fundraising and philanthropic climate where seeing an organization be a good steward of funds is of paramount importance to donors. It was evident that in order to increase effectiveness and efficiency, JLW needed to recruit leaders with the skills to assist in the research and to develop new ways to meet the evolving needs of the community.
To make board-level decisions like deciding the fate of fundraisers, community partnerships, and member offerings, JLW leadership knew it was imperative to collect a healthy amount of strong data. Prior to REI, JLW relied upon self-reported quantitative and qualitative data or research from the Annual Member Survey. While catering to the desires of dues-paying members who volunteer countless hours to the organization is important, the hope was that REI would introduce more frameworks for decision making and help to better educate the League at-large on current and future impacts through hard facts.
In order to assist with this goal, the SPC explored how other Junior Leagues of similar size innovated and then mirrored and adapted their successful initiatives.
The Junior League of Houston was successful with a committee similar to JLW’s REI committee. At the close of the 2017-2018 League Year, the JLW Board saw the need to reshape existing JLW committees and voted to create two new committees. These new committees at the time named, Research & Evaluation (R&E) and Incubation & Innovation (I2) Committees, would later be consolidated into the REI Committee in the 20212022 League year.
“Combining these two committees allowed for these two initiatives to become one and work to propel JLW
• Committees frequently struggling to meet minimum requirements;
• Reactive to "struggling" commitees, instead of proactive to adjust for short and long-term problems within a council or committee(s)
• Increase the flexibility, agility, and sustainability for operations for our committees
• A framework set in place to review committees and councils to adjust with the needs of the League and its members
forward for the future,” stated Marissa Malta, 2022-2023 REI Chair.
Malta served as the REI Chair during its first full year (2022-2023), leading a committee of 24 members. The main project of that initial year
was developing the Wrap-Around Framework and improving the Annual Member Survey, with an accompanying report and factsheet. REI has since added the Leadership Survey and moved into the next phase of its Wrap-Around Framework
REI developed the Wrap-Around Framework t o create a solution for long-standing challenges within JLW. Issues were identified after discussions with JLW members in leadership positions.
The issues identified included the frequent struggle to meet member requirements and the League being reactive rather than proactive to problems within councils and committees. REI then identified possible solutions to these concerns, noting the need for increased flexibility and sustainability. The solutions offered within the framework focused on reviewing committees and councils to adjust the efficacy in which the needs of the League and its members are being met.
Each year, JLW members are requested to complete the new and improved Annual Member Survey and Leadership Survey. The surveys are meant to be an annual progress report for the League. Much like the State of the Union, the main goals of the surveys are to understand where the organization stands and assess the progress that JLW has made throughout the year. Analyzing the data and comparing it to previous years’ data allows the League to make informed decisions as well as work to be a League that holds itself accountable to its members and mission.
After polling closes, the survey data is collected by REI and compiled into a report which is made public for all JLW members. It is used throughout each year to track success of
“REI is a great example of how the League continues to innovate and do so in alignment with our organizational values,” explained Williams about the importance of the REI Committee. “It is my hope we will continue to test, try, and fail forward with increased learning and confidence.”
JLW initiatives. This information is provided to both the incoming and outgoing Board of Directors to ensure the data and requisite details are thoroughly transferred to new leadership each year.
As for the Leadership Survey, the data collected is provided to both outgoing and incoming JLW Boards as well as council directors, and assistant council directors. REI provides reports from this data so all leaders can use this information to improve their councils and committees. Above all, transparency in decision making is important to REI and to JLW, and the surveys aid this goal.
As the committee name suggests, evaluation and innovation based on data are central to the goal of the REI committee. From the beginning, REI demonstrated that data is imperative to assist JLW in moving forward as an organization.
That data also includes looking to the past. Former JLW President Tycely Williams was a key representative in JLW leadership during the formation of REI. She led the creation and adoption of the Strategic Plan and recommended a council to support this new strategic structure. Prior to serving as JLW President, she was the Director of Strategic Sustainability. •
We are thrilled to congratulate Junior League of Washington’s (JLW) very own, Charlyn Stanberry, for being recognized as part of the Association of Junior Leagues International's (AJLI) inaugural 40 under 40 class at this year's annual conference in New Orleans, LA. This prestigious award honors outstanding Junior League members from across the globe who have demonstrated exceptional achievements in various fields and careers, embodying the values of empowerment, leadership, and community impact.
Charlyn's leadership and dedication have been instrumental in shaping JLW's impact on the community. As Vice President of Government Relations at the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB), she has been a strong advocate for the broadcast media industry, crafting legislative strategies to advance its interests. Her expertise and commitment have not only benefited her profession but also inspired others to excel in their endeavors.
In addition to her professional accomplishments, Charlyn is deeply committed to education and mentorship. As an adjunct professor at Florida International University and The University of the District of Columbia, she prepares students for successful careers in Washington, DC, empowering them to make a positive impact in their communities.
Charlyn's passion for community service is reflected in her extensive involvement in numerous organizations. She serves on the boards of The White Dress Project and Change Machine, where she plays a key role in advocating for women’s reproductive health, social change and empowering individuals to achieve their full potential. Her community involvement also includes the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation, Inc., where she serves on the Corporate Advisory Council, the President’s Council of Florida International University, and on the Awards Committee for the Women in Government Relations. As PresidentElect of the Junior League of Washington and a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Charlyn is dedicated to continuing to support and uplift women in the community, ensuring that their voices are heard and their contributions are recognized.
Charlyn's contributions have been recognized with numerous honors and awards. She has been named to the American Bar Association's On the Rise Top 40 Young Lawyers and received the National Bar Association's President's Award. Charlyn's involvement in the National Bar Association, where she serves on the Board of Governors and as Legislation Committee Chair, highlights her commitment to legal excellence and advocacy.
Charlyn's recognition as part of the AJLI 40 under 40 class is a testament to her exceptional achievements and leadership. Her dedication to empowering others and her significant contributions to society exemplify the values of the Junior League and serve as an inspiration to all members. We are proud to have Charlyn as a member of the Junior League of Washington and congratulate her on this well-deserved honor. •
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