Junior League of Northern Westchester - We Build Women who Build our Community

President's Message

Welcome to the Junior League of Northern Westchester!

As President, I would like to thank you for taking the time to visit our website. Whether you are a member, interested in becoming a member or visiting this site to learn more about us, we hope this communication tool proves to be valuable. Please check back as the year progresses and we update our programs.

The JLNW is a women’s leadership organization made up of 200 community minded individuals committed to promoting voluntarism within our community, developing the potential of women in our community, and improving the lives of those who live in our community.

Whether seeking opportunities to volunteer, meet new like-minded women, or training to improve professional and personal skills, the Junior League offers a variety of opportunities for you. The JLNW is a group of incredible and talented women from different stages in life with a variety of interests and backgrounds. We are mothers, sisters, wives, working women from all walks of life, sharing a common goal to make our respective communities a better place to live.

I encourage you to consider joining us as we strive to “build better communities” through some of these upcoming volunteer and fundraising opportunities:

  • 30th Annual Holiday Sharing Drive - Providing hundreds of needy families each year with holiday gifts and meals since 1980.
  • Backpack Buddies-Providing weekend food supplementation for area children who receive subsidized meals during the school week.
  • Done-In-A-Day Programs – projects completed by members in a day/weekend that help to serve local neighborhoods or organizations.
  • Support the JLNW through our Annual Campaign – Annual campaign funds are comprised of unrestricted funds given by individuals to support our programs.
  • Around The World In 80 Wines - An entertaining evening of great food, wine tasting, discounted wine purchase, silent and live auctions.

The tireless work of the JLNW members is truly inpiring; while the many faces in the community we support continutes to encourage me to do more. Please join me and the JLNW and help make a difference in Northern Westchester!

Best Regards,

Jennifer Bancroft
JLNW President 2010-2011