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90 YEARS OF SERVICE:
The Junior League of Lubbock’s Lasting
Impact on Community and Leadership
or 90 years, the Junior League
of Lubbock has played a
Fquiet but powerful role in
shaping the fabric of the Lubbock
community. As the organization
celebrates its 90th anniversary in
2025–2026, its legacy stands as a
testament to the enduring impact
of volunteerism, leadership, and a
shared commitment to service.
Founded in 1935, the Junior League
of Lubbock began with a simple
mission to improve the community.
Over the decades, that mission
has remained steadfast, even as
the needs of the community have
evolved. What started as a small
group of dedicated women has
grown into a dynamic organization
of 130 active members and more
than 300 sustaining members, who
continue to support the League’s
work long after their active service
years.
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At its core, the Junior League
of Lubbock is about connection
and contribution. Members
represent a broad cross-section of
the community, bringing diverse
backgrounds, experiences, and
perspectives to their work. Yet, they
are united by a common purpose:
a desire to give back and make a
meaningful difference in the place
they call home.
While the League’s programs and
initiatives have changed over time,
its impact has remained consistent.
Each year, members contribute
more than 7,500 hours of volunteer
service, working alongside more
than 30 local nonprofit partners
to help strengthen and support
critical community services. In
addition to hands-on service, the
organization provides more than
$25,000 annually in grants to local
nonprofits and awards $5,000 in
scholarships, investing directly in
the future of the community.
Beyond these annual contributions,
the Junior League of Lubbock
has a long history of launching
and supporting initiatives that
leave a lasting imprint on our city.
Throughout its 90-year history,
the League has played a role
in the development and early
support of organizations such as
the Children's Advocacy Center of
the South Plains, which provides
vital services and advocacy for
children affected by abuse; Ronald
McDonald House Charities of the
Southwest, which offers housing
and support for families with
children receiving medical care;
and Women's Protective Services
of Lubbock, which provides shelter
and resources for individuals and
families impacted by domestic
violence. Each of these organizations
continues to serve Lubbock residents
today, reflecting the League’s
enduring commitment to identifying
community needs and responding
with thoughtful, sustainable
solutions—a defining hallmark of its
work. Yet, numbers and milestones
tell only part of the story.
Ask any member why she joined
or why she stayed, and the answer
is often the same: connection and
impact. Women join the Junior
League to become more engaged in
their community, but they remain
because of the relationships they
build and the tangible difference
they see their efforts create. Through
shared service, members form