Members Celebrated 18 Volunteer Events, 39,000 Pounds of Food Packed, 16,000 Hours of Student Programming, and Much More!
Philadelphia, PA– On May 20, 2025, Junior League of Philadelphia, Inc. (JLP) members gathered at The Bellevue Hotel for their yearly May Celebration. The event commemorated what the JLP has achieved this past year for Greater Philadelphia communities, recognized outstanding JLP members, and announced the new board of directors.
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The JLP is committed to addressing the many aspects of health and wellness in underserved communities in the Greater Philadelphia area. State of the League updates were given at the event by the Chief Operating Officer, Erin Nanovic, where she stated that in the 2024-2025 League year, the JLP:
Hosted 18 Done in Day volunteer events with a total of 280 volunteered hours
Packed over 39,000 pounds of food with their Food to Families program
Impacted 1,635 kids with over 16,000 hours of student programming with their Kids in the Kitchen program
Raised over $39,000 for their annual fund and over $880,000 in sales from the JLP Thrift Shop
Also at the event, JLP member Jennifer Adams was presented with the President’s Cup Award, given to a woman whose work behind the scenes often goes unnoticed but is essential to JLP operations.
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At the end of the May Celebration, the JLP welcomed in the new 2025-2026 League Year President, Pam Phojanakong, who said a few words:
“Across five years of Board, Management Council, meetings big and small, I’ve learned from past and current JLP leaders, active and sustainer members, staff, and community partners, what we do well. One message stands out. What makes JLP special is our membership. Cultivating such a diverse, dedicated, and passionate group and the opportunities to work with and learn from each other is our league’s enduring contribution to the Philadelphia community,” said Pam Phojanakong, JLP President-Elect.
As this league year ends and a new one begins, the JLP is focused on its recruitment efforts and is excited to open recruitment to new members starting June 1.
The JLP will be hosting recruitment events throughout the summer, where prospective members will hear from current members about JLP’s mission, key community service initiatives, and “why” they joined. The JLP is looking for prospective members who are committed to carrying out its mission of advancing women’s empowerment within the community through volunteerism, collaboration, and training. Upcoming recruitment events in June include:
June 10, 2025 – 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at City Tap House – 100 N 18th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
June 17, 2025 – 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. – Virtual
June 26, 2025 – 6:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Workhorse Brewing Company – 250 King Manor Dr Suite 300, King of Prussia, PA 19406
Anyone interested in becoming a member should complete this form. While attendance at an interest session is encouraged, it is not required in order to apply.
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About The Junior League of Philadelphia
The Junior League of Philadelphia, Inc. (JLP) is an organization of women whose mission is to advance women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training. The JLP welcomes all women who value its mission. They are committed to inclusive environments of diverse individuals, organizations, and communities. Since 1912, The JLP has been committed to addressing the many aspects of health and wellness in underserved communities in the Greater Philadelphia area, whether it’s creating community gardens or providing nutritious meals to families in need. With over 700 trained volunteers who contribute thousands of hours of service annually, the organization empowers women volunteers to make meaningful change happen within the communities it proudly serves.