This month, we are featuring an interview with sustainer Melissa Unsell-Smith. Not only has Melissa been a part of the Junior League of San Antonio, Inc. (JLSA) since her provisional year in 2005, she is an entrepreneur as founder and president of Rectify. As leader of this tech company, she is an inspiration to anyone,… Read More
It was a night to remember… On Friday March 25, 2022, the Junior League of San Antonio, Inc. (JLSA) hosted the Funding Arts and Music Education (FAME) Award Ceremony at the Carver Community Cultural Center. Parents, students, teachers, and supporters arrived with excitement in their eyes and a hopeful spirit. Performers were dressed to impress… Read More
The AMIGAS program was launched in 2004 to give our members an extended hand of friendship when needed. It may be a note to cheer up someone who has been ill, a special card to celebrate the birth of a child, a phone call to offer support to a member who is having a difficult… Read More
The Junior League of San Antonio, Inc. (JLSA) is thrilled to commemorate our 10th annual ¡VIVA! SA Race. For the past decade, this family-friendly event has brought together community members from all over San Antonio in support of JLSA’s work with over 60 non-profit organizations. You can join JLSA on April 30, 2022 at 434… Read More
What to Know Before You Go Get your swing on at the year’s Classic FORE A Cause Golf Tournament! Join the Junior League of San Antonio for an afternoon of golf, games, prizes, and more to raise funds that will directly impact the greater San Antonio community. This year’s second annual event will take place… Read More
The Junior League of San Antonio hosts several fundraising events throughout the year to fund League projects in our community. Each event is planned and executed by volunteer members of the League who make up the Fund Development Council. One of our most exciting events every year is the Holiday Olé Market! This event is… Read More
Anna-Melissa Cavazos, JLSA President 2009-2010 As the Junior League of San Antonio, Inc. (JLSA) begins celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15-Ocotber 15), we would like to honor and thank our first Hispanic president, Ms. Anna-Melissa Cavazos (2009-2010). Through her leadership and vision, the JLSA paved a new path for the women who continue to follow… Read More
I have the privilege and honor of leading this great organization during its 98th years. To speak about the journey to get here, you must first consider that first step that was taken all those years ago. While reminiscing, think about your first step in the league. For most of you it started with a… Read More
Members of the Junior League of San Antonio meet once a month at our General Membership Meetings (GMMs) to learn about upcoming volunteer opportunities and events. During typical years these meetings occur in-person and are hosted by one of our community partners. We bring in guest speakers to inform our members about events in our… Read More
In the aftermath of the winter storm that ravaged Texas in February, Junior League of San Antonio, Inc. (JLSA) volunteers were a bright spot in the darkness for fellow nonprofits. Communications Vice President Rebekah Perez was in the midst of planning her spring PR campaign when the storm hit. Knowing that much of the community… Read More
