The Junior League of Poughkeepsie has compiled some of our many accomplishments in one visual infographic.

By the Numbers:

  • 100 Years in the Community
  • 130+ Trained Volunteers
  • $3,000+ Awarded in Grants Annually
  • 1,000+ Gowns Donated

Annual Programs:

  • Denim & Diamonds: Our annual Denim & Diamonds Gala honors two Women of the Year, and a local Organization of the Year.
  • Operation Holiday Box:  Collected toiletries, clothing, food, bags, and gift cards for distribution to agencies that are likely to come in contact with potential victims of human trafficking. 
  • Mother’s Day Dinner: This event brings together women from several area shelters to celebrate their role as caretaker and women. These women are often victims of domestic violence and are in transition.
  • Girls’ Empowerment Day: A day of workshops giving local female students the opportunity to meet and interact with local professional women offering insight on how to become empowered woman
  • Super Saturday: Our annual training day boasts local speakers who educate our volunteers on how to be their best self
  • Cinderella’s Closet: This annual event helps high school students by providing more than 1000 prom dresses, in all sizes, at no cost!