The Junior League of Northern Virginia is proud to be a vital force for driving positive community change in Northern Virginia since 1958.
Our programs address childhood obesity, which has broad health consequences for children and families, and affects 1 in 5 children in Northern Virginia.
We support innovative projects & programs that will measurably improve the lives of children in our community by empowering them to make healthy choices.
Training women to become community leaders is in our DNA. Since the first Junior League was founded in 1901, we have been committed to leadership development.
Grateful for JLNV’s Efforts to End Hunger and Homelessness through the Years The holiday season will be here before we know it, and even though it will likely look different this year, we hope it finds you safely housed with plenty of food on the table. This is not the case for everyone, unfortunately. National Hunger… Read More
MCLEAN, Virginia (October 26, 2020)—The Junior League of Northern Virginia (JLNV) announces The Enchanted Forest, its renowned annual fundraiser, will take place Nov. 21, 2020, virtually for members of the Northern Virginia community. The Enchanted Forest celebrates its 20th year and showcases a whimsical forest of theme-decorated holiday trees available for a silent auction, and enjoy… Read More
Hispanic Heritage Month began Sept. 15 in the United States, and celebrates the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. This observance began in 1968 as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson, and was expanded by President Ronald Reagan in 1988… Read More
Learn more about the JLNV's Community Grants and the application process for our 2021-2022 grants during this virtual information session.
The Junior League of Northern Virginia has a proud legacy of driving positive change for the Northern Virginia community over the past six decades. But we cannot do it alone. Donors like you play an invaluable role in helping to expand JLNV’s community outreach.
We implement community programs focused on promoting active living and lifelong healthy habits.
Each year the JLNV provides grants of funds and volunteer hours to support programs that healthy eating and active living.
The JLNV prepares children for success by addressing childhood obesity through the promotion of nutrition education, which is proven to enrich health, well-being and academic outcomes.
Our roots run deep into the community and have for more than 50 years. The JLNV is also part of a larger organization, the Association of Junior Leagues International, which has worked to foster a spirit of involvement to improve communities worldwide over 100 years.
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