The Little Black Dress Initiative (LBDI) is a longstanding advocacy effort echoed by Junior League chapters across the country. With a mission to bring awareness to the devastating impacts of poverty on families in our communities, the campaign allows for all members to join in and make an impact. The Junior League of Columbia proudly… Read More

The Junior League of Columbia’s largest fundraising event, Holiday Market, has been canceled this year, as a safety measure in response to the current COVID-19 pandemic. The event, which welcomes nearly 170 vendors to the state fairgrounds each year, is not only a major source of funding for the meaningful community work done by The… Read More

Camp Cole, named in loving memory of Cole Sawyer, has officially broken ground and is looking forward to all that is to come for this special place outside of Columbia. The camp will cater to children living with critical illnesses and allows them to experience the carefree, happy-go-lucky days of camp while receiving quality care… Read More

During the COVID-19 Pandemic, educators have been on the frontlines in our communities while providing a sense of normalcy for our children and maintaining high standards for their learning. Throughout the JLC, there are dedicated teachers, principals and support staffers who have powered our local schools and deserve recognition for their commitment to quality education… Read More

Meet our 2020-2021 League President-Elect, Sarah “Sallie” Harrell! Sallie has been a member of the Junior League of Columbia for fifteen years and has served in a multitude of roles. As President-Elect, Sallie serves as the right hand woman to the President, so next year she can seamlessly step into the role. She works to… Read More

  Meet our 2020-2021 League Executive Vice President, Deonca Shuler! Deonca has been a member of the Junior League of Columbia for nine years and has served in a multitude of roles. As EVP, she serves as the link between the League’s Board of Directors and Management Team. She facilitates and ensures the overall alignment… Read More

We are officially only 53 days away from our next Presidential election and only 26 days away from the voter registration deadline. Are you ready?! Here is a quick and simple checklist with dates to make sure that you are prepared: Now: Absentee applications available online Now: Register to vote at scVOTES.gov September 28: Sample ballots… Read More

Join us today as we celebrate Women’s Equality Day! You may be wondering, “What is Women’s Equality Day?” Women’s Equality Day is celebrated in the United States on August 26 to commemorate the 1920’s adoption of the Nineteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution, which prohibits the states and the federal government from denying the… Read More

Meet our 2020-2021 League President, Anna Edwards! She has been in the Junior League of Columbia for 16 years and has served in a multitude of roles. We asked her a few questions to get to know her a little better and gain insight into what she envisions for us this year. Her theme for… Read More