2018 Fiesta Medals Are Here!!

This year we are celebrating the Bright Shawl. Purchase your 2018 Fiesta medal for $12 at the JLSA Office during office hours. You can also call 210.225.1861 to purchase and pick up your medals at the office.  Hours and location noted below. Quantities are limited! 723 Brooklyn Avenue San Antonio, Texas 78215 Phone: (210)225-1861 Directions: click… Read More

2017 Grant Recipients

  Organization Grant What it Supports Child Advocates San Antonio (CASA) $2,000 Abby’s Closet Funds the annual formal/semi-formal dress and accessories drive for female children in the foster care system. ChildSafe $2,000 Play and Art Therapy Resources Provides play and art therapy equipment and supplies to use in the counseling of sexually abused children. Family… Read More

2016 Grant Recipients

  Organization Grant What it Supports Bihl Haus Arts $500 To provide painting classes for elderly residents at Casitas de Villa Corona Communities in Schools $500 To provide 12 Family Fun Kits which will meet a basic need of a meal and give the family an activity to engage in together Northeast Senior Assistance $500… Read More

A Time to Give Thanks with the Boys & Girls Club

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This time of year, I like to reflect on what I have to be thankful for. Cliche, I know… but as a member of the Junior League of San Antonio, INC (JLSA), there are many things to be grateful for.  Near the top of that list are the opportunities to visit different parts of San Antonio and see… Read More

Member Experience – Meredith Balzen

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Each month, we check in with our very active JLSA members to see how their experiences are going thus far. This month we’ve chosen to highlight Meredith Balzen, whose spirit for fun and community drove her to quickly finish her SA Works hours. Let’s get to know Meredith a little better! Q. How many years… Read More

Welcome First Year Actives

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  “Congratulations! The hardest part is over! We don’t always have the opportunity to do what we love so make sure that JLSA serves that role in your life. Sign up for placements and committees thet challenge you, that interest you and that make you a better person. JLSA is here to help you grow professionally and… Read More

JLSA Through The Years: Community Projects of the Past

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I know for several of us, our placement has just started with activity, but it already is time to think about our plans for next year, where we would like to put our skills to use, and how we want to serve our community.  JLSA offers its members unique opportunities to serve the San Antonio… Read More

A Word from the Wise – Patti Martin

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One of my favorite aspects of the Junior League is having phases or seasons to our membership. One of those seasons is known as Sustainer. A Sustainer is a Junior League member who has completed 9 Active years of service and 1 New Member year OR has reached age 40 and completed at least 3… Read More

Sunshine Singers Spread Joy to Senior Citizens Across San Antonio

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Sunshine Singers, the JLSA placement that provides singing and dancing entertainment to senior citizens kicked off with practice week in early August. There are 14 “Singers” this year that will perform all across San Antonio at retirement homes, assisted living centers, skilled nursing centers and memory care facilities. During practice week, the Singers spent time… Read More

A Word from the Wise – Gretchen Garceau-Kragh

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One of my favorite aspects of the Junior League is having phases or seasons to our membership. One of those seasons is known as Sustainer. A Sustainer is a Junior League member who has completed 9 Active years of service and 1 New Member year OR  has reached age 40 and completed at least 3… Read More