Become a Member

The Junior League of Grand Rapids was established in 1925. We are an organization of strong, diverse women committed to advancing women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaborating and training. Our goal is to ensure your experience is as personal as possible, providing you with information about our distinguished achievements in the Grand Rapids community, and ensuring you feel welcomed and informed of the journey to Active membership.

We look forward to getting to know you at one of our recruitment events or informational sessions. 

The League welcomes women who value its mission. The League is committed to an inclusive environment of diverse individuals, organizations, and communities. There is no deliberative process in the admission system.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

PATHWAY TO MEMBERSHIP

Applications for the 2025-2026 New Member class are now open. If you are interested in learning about our admissions process, please e-mail newmemberjlgr@gmail.com and a member of our New Member committee will be in contact!

STEP 1: CREATE A PROFILE

Create your Potential New Member Profile here.

STEP 2: COMPLETE NEW MEMBER APPLICATION

Login to your account and complete the Junior League Membership Application

STEP 3: ATTEND A NEW MEMBER RECRUITMENT EVENT

Check back for updates of recruitment events or informational sessions for the 2025-2026 league year.

 

STEP 4: COMPLETE NECESSARY REQUIREMENTS TO BECOME A MEMBER OF JLGR

Log in to your account and complete the checklist including signing the New Member Expectation Acknowledgement and pay annual dues.

If you have any questions about Admission to the Junior League of Grand Rapids, please email newmemberjlgr@gmail.com.