The Junior League of Wilmington is striving to achieve period equity for all Delawareans through its initiative, Stand Up. Period. In May 2020, the JLW joined forces with the Alliance for Period Supplies (APS) in an effort to increase their support network and inventory of desperately needed period supplies. APS is a national organization which… Read More

A difficult decision was made by the Junior League of Wilmington (DE) to postpone our Whale of a Sale until the fall of 2021 due to COVID-19 safety concerns for a large event. The JLW is still planning to collect items for a bigger and better Whale in 2021! We are also working on plans… Read More

Kick the year off with two awesome presentations from Megan Fischer, CEO of Sweet Cheeks Diaper Bank, and Samantha Bell, Program Director for Alliance for Period Supplies. Learn more on how the JLW can support the period equity movement with insights and tips from Megan and Samantha. Are you a potential Member? Contact our Recruiting… Read More

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The JLW celebrates the CARES Act as a step toward period equity. The $2 trillion stimulus package now makes period products eligible for reimbursement through federal health savings and medical spending accounts. By classifying period supplies a ‘paid for medical care’ rather than taxable ‘luxury’, lawmakers have taken an important step toward making safe, affordable… Read More

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Tune in to hear our very own, Kyle Evans Gay talk about how the Junior League of Wilmington is commited to promoting volunteerism, developing the potential of women and improving the community.  She also shares information on our new community focus area, period equity and provides a sneak peek of what to expect at Whale… Read More

In the spirit of advancing the JLW’s new initiative: Stand Up. Period., we invite all League members and the public to take part in an engaging presentation and discussion on period equality during our October GMM. We will be hosting Ms. Jennifer Weiss-Wolf, author of Periods Gone Public: Taking a Stand for Menstrual Equity.  She… Read More

  SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2019 DELAWARE’S LARGEST GARAGE SALE 8 A.M. – 1 P.M. 3030 Bowers Street, Wilmington, DE  19802 Formerly the Opportunity Center – Future Home of Second Chances Farm! FEATURING: NEW Wedding/Evening/Prom Gowns Children’s Clothes, Toys & Equipment – Antiques Collectibles – Housewares – Electronics Holiday Items – Designer Boutique – Adult Clothing… Read More

I am beautiful. I am kind. I am important. I AM EMPOWERED.  Every young woman needs a mantra to step into the world with confidence and the spirit of empowerment. Our 3rd annual Young Women’s Empowerment Summit will offer a multifaceted program to empower young women to build poise, experience meaningful and successful life transitions,… Read More