Day: March 4, 2026

A Legacy of Service: Celebrating This Year’s Special Sustainers

The Sustainers Spring Luncheon will be held on Sunday, April 26, at Paxon Hollow Golf Club. A highlight of this annual gathering is the recognition of members who have reached Special Sustainer status in the current league year—members who are age 80 and no longer responsible for dues, yet whose legacy of service continues to shape our League.

This year, we are proud to honor seven remarkable women: Amy Webersinn, Anne Rhoads, Leslie Marshall, Winnie Doherty, Betsy Daly, Mary Emery, and Patti Thorpe.

Three joined the Junior League of Philadelphia as new members, while four transferred from other Leagues. Among them is a past JLP president, and one member joined as a Provisional while still in college, patiently waiting a few years to complete her Provisional course.

As Actives, they dedicated their time and talents to the Family Support Committee, Community Research Projects, Art Goes to School, Public Affairs, executive board leadership, the Outgrown Shop, Follies, and more. As Sustainers, their engagement continued through Cooking Klatch, Evening Sustainers, Hospitality, Theater Trip, Bridge, and other activities that strengthen connection and camaraderie within our League.

Their community involvement beyond the League is equally impressive and reflects a lifetime commitment to service.

Please join us in offering your congratulations and in celebrating these extraordinary members. Reserve your seat at the luncheon through the Event Calendar on the website or by calling the office.