Welcome 28 Sustainers for 2009-10 JLSA celebrates anniversary in style Treat Mom, friends at special spa day Community Reception on the Calendar 4 5 6 7 May Madness Sale on cookbooks Literacy SA gets a hearing Volunteers leading to read Little Leaguers @ Food Bank 2 3 3 4
MAY 2009
S C R A W L S The Junior League of San Antonio, Inc. President’s Message
President-Elect’s Message
The Power of One
Let’s be real women!
As I reflect on the 2008-2009 year, I am amazed at all we, as “One League” have accomplished: ■ Drafted and implemented the new “Strategic Plan 2012” ■ Implemented new Quota Procedures/ Goodwill Partnership ■ Implemented new Membership Credit Program ■ Established an Endowment Board ■ Established Endowment Policies ■ Created New Investment Policies and secured a Money Management Firm ■ Created New Chart of accounts and accounting procedures to be in line with Non-Profit Best Practice ■ Upgraded our office technology. ■ Website Tool was created to assess the needs of our buildings and property- to plan and budget for repairs and restoration ■ Conducted LITERACY San Antonio Media Launch in October, generating substantial media coverage and coalition partners ■ Started a literacy coalition and Regional Literacy Plan ■ Completed a Literacy Needs analysis for the community ■ Conducted an Organizational Review of JLSA processes and structure and prioritized recommendations ■ Eliminated upper age requirements for members ■ Received two AJLI awards: Membership Development Award for New Active Program and
Wow, it is hard to believe that another year of Junior League of San Antonio service is coming to a close. The time, talents, and treasures given by our members this year to so many people in our community continue to make a difference. Whether you served directly in one of our community projects or you were part of an in-league placement that makes it possible for us to create lasting change, we are all a part of making our mission a reality. The mission of our organization is why I wanted to join the JLSA nine years ago. I was encouraged by a passionate and very active member, Anna-Laura Howell, who I came to know as a well-rounded volunteer who gave a lot of her time to community efforts and also just happened to be a very fun person! I thought that if someone as busy as she was could make a commitment to the league and enjoy it, then I wanted to be a part of something that meaningful. The league has given me an organized way of learning about the various needs of our community and how I can volunteer for various agencies in San Antonio looking for support. Throughout these nine years, I have somehow also been trained and truly developed as a woman with new skills I never planned on learning! These are skills I take to work with me every day or to other committees or activities that are a part of my life. This is what I hope all of you can experience during your time in the JLSA. The incoming board has been very fortunate to
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