Enter our reverse raffle by purchasing a $50 ticket. Throughout the night, we will be awarding up to $1,000 in cash prizes plus a $500 grand prize! With a limited number of tickets available, you’ll have great odds of taking home some cash! Not feeling lucky? Come anyway! Event admission is just $10, making it a fun time to connect with JLA members and friends.

CA$H BA$H is the perfect way to kick off this fall season plus learn more about how JLA is making an impact throughout Anne Arundel County. Every ticket purchased helps support our mission to advance women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training.

Cash prizes. Great live music. And, an even bigger community impact.

Get your tickets now before they’re all sold! Only 200 raffle tickets will be available!

When you become an Annual Sponsor of the Junior League of Annapolis (JLA), you’re doing more than supporting an organization—you’re investing in women leaders, strengthening local families, and creating meaningful change throughout our community.

As a nonprofit 501(c)(3), the Junior League of Annapolis advances women’s leadership through volunteer action, collaboration, and training. Your sponsorship helps us develop the next generation of civic leaders while expanding our impact through community projects, partnerships, and programs that improve the lives of those we serve.

If your business or organization believes in leadership, service, and community, we’d love to partner with you.

Become a Sponsor Today!

Thank You to Our Annual Sponsors

We are incredibly grateful to our Annual Sponsors for their commitment to our mission. Their generosity makes it possible for the Junior League of Annapolis to continue empowering women leaders and creating lasting community impact.

We proudly recognize these organizations for their dedication to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving the communities we serve. Thank you for believing in our mission and helping us make a difference throughout Anne Arundel County.

Advocate Sponsor – $1000

Supporter Sponsors – $500

• ACI, Atlantic Corporate Interiors
• Jeffrey Y.H. Chung, M.D.
• Long & Foster Real Estate, Craig Friedrich

Friend Sponsors – $250

• WMH Advisors
• Melanie Kincaid
• Ellen Shiery
• Melissa Yanowitz
• The Metropolitan

Why Sponsor the Junior League of Annapolis?

Annual sponsorship is a year-long partnership that connects your business with an organization recognized for developing women leaders and serving the Annapolis community. Join us at one of the following annual sponsorship levels:

• Friend – $250
• Supporter – $500
• Advocate – $1,000
• Community – $2,500
• Visionary – $5,000 (customized partnership opportunities available)

We also welcome in-kind sponsorships, with recognition and benefits based on the value of your donation.

Join Us as a Sponsor

Whether you’re a small business, corporation, or community partner, your support helps develop confident women leaders and strengthens our community through volunteer service and collaboration.

Ready to become an Annual Sponsor or learn more about sponsorship opportunities?

CLICK HERE to learn more!

Have Questions? Contact us at financialresources@jlannapolis.org to discuss the sponsorship level that’s right for your organization.

Together, we can continue advancing women’s leadership and creating meaningful community impact—one partnership at a time

Each year, the Junior League of Annapolis recognizes members and community partners who go above and beyond in service, leadership, and commitment to making our community stronger. From hands-on volunteerism to inspiring teamwork, these awards celebrate the people who truly embody the spirit of the League.

We are proud to recognize this year’s award recipients and thank them for the countless ways they support JLA and the Anne Arundel County community.

President’s Award

Also known as the “Just Do It!” Award, the President’s Award honors members in each membership category who demonstrated exceptional volunteer service throughout the League year.

Provisional Members

• Erica Lucas
• Gabrielle Nyingcho

Active Members

• Lauren Baldwin
• Jessica Brown

Sustainer Members

• Anne McDonough
• Heidi Schmidt

Founder’s Award

Presented in honor of the first President of the Junior League of Annapolis, the Founder’s Award recognizes Active members who exemplify commitment, service, and the spirit of voluntarism while inspiring others through their dedication.

This year’s recipients are:

• Ede Anderson
• Crystal Staples

Janus Award

Named after the Greek god Janus, who symbolized both reflection and forward vision, the Janus Award honors members whose extraordinary contributions will help sustain the future of JLA.

This year’s recipients are:

• Nina Arend
• Stacie Spragins
• Charis McGrady

Jennifer Summers Barrett Award

The Jennifer Summers Barrett Award honors the legacy of Jenn Barrett, whose passion for literacy, children, and community impact continues to inspire the League today. This award recognizes a member who reflects Jenn’s dedication to improving the lives of others, especially children in our local community.

This year’s recipient is:

• Rhonda Caldwell-Dove

Women Building Better Communities Award

This award recognizes a committee that demonstrated exceptional teamwork, collaboration, and support for one another while advancing the mission of the Junior League of Annapolis.

This year’s recipient is:

• Community Impact

Introducing the Jennifer Summers-Barrett Scholarship

This year, the Junior League of Annapolis proudly launched the new Jennifer Summers-Barrett Scholarship, created to support young women entering or attending Anne Arundel Community College. Scholarship recipients are selected through the Charting Careers selection process.

Inspired by Jennifer’s passion for supporting children, education, and opportunity within our community, the scholarship is designed to help students cover gap expenses and educational costs that might otherwise stand in the way of completing their studies. Each recipient received a $500 scholarship award.

We are excited to recognize this year’s inaugural scholarship recipients:

• Taurina Sims is finishing her first year at Anne Arundel Community College, where she is majoring in biology. She plans to transfer to a four-year program to pursue a career in medicine.
• Armani Queen will complete her associate’s degree in computer science in May 2027 and plans to transfer to the University of Maryland, Baltimore County to pursue her bachelor’s degree.

We are honored to support these students as they continue their educational journeys and look forward to seeing all they accomplish in the future. Congratulations to all of this year’s award recipients. Your dedication, leadership, and service continue to strengthen both our League and the community we proudly serve.

Sparkle: A Celebration!

$50 per ticket
May 7, 2026 6:30pm – 8:30pm
The Metropolitan Kitchen and Lounge, 169 West St, Annapolis, MD 21401

Join the Junior League of Annapolis for Sparkle, an unforgettable evening of shimmer, celebration, and connection as we toast the close of another incredible League year. While Sparkle supports League operations and sustains the work we do in our community, it is so much more than a fundraiser. It’s a joyful celebration of the women, partnerships, and impact that define our year.

Slip into your sparkliest attire — sequins, metallics, glitter, and glam are all welcome — and meet us at Metropolitan Kitchen & Lounge on West Street for a night filled with dancing, networking, and celebration. Enjoy a live DJ, a festive photobooth, and heavy appetizers as you connect with fellow members, friends, partners, and supporters.

Let’s shine together, celebrate our collective accomplishments, and sparkle our way into the year ahead. Plus, this is a great event for women interested in joining the League to meet our members!

REGISTER HERE!

Media Contact:
Jessica Cicoria, Communications Director
Junior League of Annapolis
Communications@jlannapolis.org

Junior League of Annapolis Hosts 2026 Galentine’s Day Brunch Celebrating Women in Leadership 

Annapolis, MD — The Junior League of Annapolis (JLA) will host Galentines 2026: A Celebration of Community on Sunday, February 8, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza Annapolis, bringing together community members to celebrate the power of women supporting women.

This year’s Galentines brunch will honor two outstanding leaders—Dr. Erin Snell, Executive Director of Charting Careers, and Dr. Shawn Ashworth, Founder and President of Food 4 Thought Community Outreach Services, Inc.—with the Junior League of Annapolis Leadership Awards in recognition of their lasting impact on equity, education, and community well-being across Anne Arundel County.

Dr. Ashworth is a retired Anne Arundel County Public Schools educator with more than 31 years of service and a licensed professional counselor whose work centers on food security, wellness, and family support. Through Food 4 Thought Community Outreach Services, she leads multiple initiatives addressing food insecurity and community health. Dr. Ashworth serves on numerous county boards and currently chairs the Community Reinvestment Review Commission, helping direct resources into underserved communities.

Dr. Snell is a respected educator and nonprofit leader who currently serves as Executive Director of Charting Careers, a youth-serving organization that inspires young people to discover their potential and reach their goals. She also co-leads The Collaborative Supporting Youth, a coalition dedicated to advancing equity and collaboration so all youth in Anne Arundel County can thrive.

The keynote address will be delivered by AliceAnne Loftus, author, founder, and CEO of Leading Lady Coaching. Attendees will enjoy a breakfast buffet, local vendors, Valentine-themed activities, and meaningful opportunities for networking and connection. Proceeds from the fundraiser support the Junior League of Annapolis’ mission to advance women’s leadership and improve the community through trained volunteers and effective action.

Event Details:

Date: Sunday, February 8, 2026

Time: 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Location: Crowne Plaza Annapolis

Tickets: $80 | Registration closes January 31.

Register: https://vms.ajli.org/?nd=p_vms_registration_event_detail&registration_id=184614

For more information, visit www.jlannapolis.org or follow the Junior League of Annapolis on social media.

There’s nothing more powerful than women supporting women—and that’s exactly what Galentines 2026 is all about.

Join the Junior League of Annapolis for a feel-good, do-good morning filled with connection, inspiration, and celebration as we gather to honor outstanding women leaders in our community. This year’s Galentines brunch is equal parts meaningful and fun: great conversation, great food, and a reminder of why community matters.

Guests will enjoy a delicious breakfast buffet, hear from special guests and keynote speaker AliceAnne Loftus, and celebrate recipients of the Junior League of Annapolis Leadership Awards. You’ll also have the opportunity to connect with like-minded women, explore local vendors and resources, and take part in festive Valentine-making activities—because yes, joy is on the agenda too.

This event is more than a fundraiser. It’s a chance to step away from the everyday hustle, recharge your cup, and celebrate the women making a real impact across Anne Arundel County.

Event Details

? Sunday, February 8, 2026

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

? Crowne Plaza Annapolis

? $80 per ticket

? Registration closes February 3

Your ticket includes:

• Breakfast buffet & non-alcoholic beverages
• Cash bar available
• Local vendors and resources
• Onsite parking

Space is limited, so don’t wait.

Grab your seat, bring a friend, and join us as we celebrate leadership, service, and the power of community—Galentines style.

? Register here:

https://vms.ajli.org/?nd=p_vms_registration_event_detail&registration_id=184614

Join us for a Kendra Scott Give Back Event organised by the Fund Development Committee. Come and enjoy a cupcake, glass of bubbles, shopping and socializing with fellow members. Kendra Scott will be giving back 20% of all sales to the Junior League. Just in time for Christmas!  Membership points available: REGISTER HERE.

Please invite friends and family. Email treasurer@jlannapolis.org to register any guests so we can give Kendra Scott an accurate headcount.

If you cannot make it in person you can buy online Friday 12/05 and Saturday 12/06 using code GIVEBACK-KOADN at checkout.