Positive self-image and inner confidence are critical elements for girls. JL Boston’s direct community service programs focusing on the wellness of girls provide hands-on support to girls in Greater Boston to reach and retain their full potential.
Our valued collaborators receive thousands of direct volunteer hours each year from JL Boston members. We develop and implement quality direct service programming for your organization and can assist with development events and strategy. Many of our members have extensive non-profit board service experience and may be available to support your Board. Find out how to collaborate with us.
JL Boston was established in 1906 by young women interested in becoming volunteers trained to address the community challenges and needs of Greater Boston.
Raise for the Roses
Join us for a Galley Walk & Talk in Girard's shared penthouse & outdoor terrace.
Tour the spectacular and well-preserved 1853 William Flagg Homer House before it is transformed by Boston-area designers.
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The Junior League of Boston, Inc. is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving communities through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable.
JL Boston Arts is a structured group-mentoring program that explores the arts with fifth grade girls. The project provides exposure and hands-on access to different art-related disciplines, including performing arts, visual arts, culinary arts, and design.
Leader Within is a group-mentoring program designed to support girls’ natural strengths through team building, writing, art-related projects, field trips, and community service. Leader Within operates at the Excel Academy in East Boston.
Learning Circles is a year-long program designed for pre-adolescent girls and is focused on promoting emotional and physical wellness. Learning Circles helps these girls to prepare for challenges that exist in their lives in a safe, supportive environment.
Kids in the Kitchen uses a physical wellness curriculum developed in consultation with adolescent nutrition, education, and physical fitness experts. Find out more about this amazing program.
Saddle up for our first annual Raise for the Roses event!
Our recent training on promoting positive body image was an active, engaging, and eye-opening discussion lead by Dr. Caryn Bello, a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in self-esteem, body image and eating disorders.
