our mission

The Junior League of Knoxville is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers.  Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable.

our vision

The Junior League of Knoxville will significantly improve the quality of life in our community by focusing our resources on critical needs of children and families, providing a legacy of trained volunteers and building community partnerships to inspire shared solutions. 

 

 

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THIS YEAR!

Do more than belong: participate
Do more than care: help
Do more than believe: practice
Do more than be fair: be kind
Do more than forgive: forget
Do more than dream: work
-William Arthur Ward

 

news & announcements

• The kick-off of the Families in the Kitchen event will take place Sunday, September 19, 2010, from 1:00-4:00 p.m. at World’s Fair Park in downtown Knoxville.  The event is completely free and open to all families.  We are anticipating the event will include several cook-offs between area celebrities and their children.  We will also be joined by various community groups and organizations that have a focus on healthy lifestyles and activities.  Look for sporting groups, wellness activities, and ideas for healthy food choices! 

 

• We're working hard to get the first fundraiser of our league year underway - Tinsel and Treasure!  This year it will be held at the Knoxville Convention Center.  
• We will be recognizing the Child Health and Wellness grant winners at the September General Membership Meeting.