Junior League of Chattanooga

11/02/2026

✨ What can the Junior League of Chattanooga accomplish in a year? A WHOLE LOT of good! 💗

From developing women into community leaders to making a lasting impact through service, our members are creating meaningful change across Chattanooga! 💙

Just look at what we accomplished together in our 2025-2026 year:
💫 106 active members and sustainers volunteering with our community partners
💫 68 hours of leadership development training offered to members
💫 780 hours of volunteer service
💫 $28,000+ in estimated volunteer service value for our Community Impact Partners
💫 $20,000 in education grants awarded
💫 6 Little Free Libraries maintained 📚

Behind every number is a woman giving her time, sharing her talents, and helping build a stronger community. We’re so proud of what we can accomplish together and grateful to our members, community partners, and supporters who make this work possible! ❤️

🫶 Want to be part of the impact? Head to chattanooga.jl.org/ to discover how you can get involved through sponsorships, volunteer partnerships, membership, and more! There’s a place for everyone to make a difference.

Together, we’re developing women to do a world of good. ❤️

10/18/2026

🍂 Chattanooga’s favorite day of fall family fun is BACK! 🚜❤️

Junior League of Chattanooga’s Touch-A-Truck is rolling in for a day full of big trucks, little smiles, and unforgettable family memories! From exploring favorite vehicles to hands-on fun for all ages, it’s an event you won’t want to miss.

📆 Nov 21 | 9am - 1pm

🎟️ TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW! Grab yours today and get ready for a wheel-y good time! chattanooga.jl.org/touch-a-truck/

10/12/2026

The Junior League of Chattanooga women gathered together to support the Forrest Spence Fund through our Snack Bag Packing Volunteer Night! 🎒 Together, we’re helping provide comfort, care, and a little extra encouragement to families with children facing serious medical challenges!

Every snack bag is a reminder that our community cares! Thank you to our amazing members for giving your time and hearts to make a difference!

✨ Want to help us make an impact? Check out the Forrest Spence Fund’s Amazon Wishlist to donate much-needed items:
🛒 https://bit.ly/3VElZ5b

10/09/2026

✨ A new year, a new board, and so much to look forward to! 💙

The Junior League of Chattanooga Executive Board is SO excited for the 2026–2027 year as we enter our 109th year of service to the Chattanooga community! We’re looking forward to building on our legacy of leadership, empowering women, strengthening community partnerships, and creating meaningful impact through volunteerism and collaboration.

Meet our 2026–2027 Board of Directors! 🌟

💙 Reneese Pope — President
💙 Alayna Best — President-Elect
💙 Melissa Graveline — Treasurer
💙 Sheridan Tompkins — Secretary
💙 BayLee Long — Director of Special Projects
💙 Shannon Herod — Leadership Development and DEIB Director
💙 Kourtni Brewer — Vice President of Community Impact
💙 Kayla Wilson — Vice President of Fund Development
💙 Morgan Stout — Vice President of Marketing
💙 Laura Nemser — Vice President of Membership
💙 Vicki Varnell — Vice President of Nominating and Placement

Here’s to a year filled with growth, service, collaboration, and new opportunities to make a difference in our community! We’re so excited for what’s ahead and can’t wait to see the impact we’ll make together. ✨

10/05/2026

Get ready for a hands-on adventure! 👋 Junior League of Chattanooga’s 9th annual Touch-a-Truck is a family-friendly, hands-on event that lets kids EXPLORE, CLIMB, and TOUCH trucks of all kinds, including emergency response vehicles, heavy machinery, and other equipment. 🚙🚒

After climbing aboard their favorite trucks and discovering how they work, families can head to the Touch-a-Truck Village for even more hands-on fun. The Village will feature a variety of kid-friendly activities, all gathered in one place to encourage curiosity, creativity and imagination!

📆 Nov 21
⏰ 9am - 1pm
🤫 Quiet hour will be from 9AM-10AM for those who are more sensitive to noise and flashing lights.

Tickets are on sale now! ➡️ chattanooga.jl.org/touch-a-truck/

09/18/2026

Kicked off the year with our first GMM for Junior League Chattanooga! We loved seeing everyone and meeting some new faces as well! So excited for all the amazing events and partners we are working with this year! Incredibly thankful for our amazing team and members for their hard work and very excited for this year!

09/17/2026

🌟 Happy Find the Good Day! 🌟
Today we celebrate a special day dedicated to recognizing and uplifting the good in our communities. 💛

We're so excited to mark this day by reflecting on the good we've found through service, leadership, and meaningful connection.

We choose to find the good in an organization that has helped us grow in confidence, build lasting relationships, and see the impact we can create when we come together with purpose. ✨

Take a moment today to find the good around you! 💛 Join us at Picnic with a Purpose at Coolidge Park today from 4pm - 6pm!

To learn more about The Junior League, visit chattanooga.jl.org/join-us/

09/15/2026

Picnic with a purpose is this week! We can’t wait for an afternoon of fun, community and giving back!

Stop by with your littles this Thursday for free carousel rides, putt putt, and more! ⛳️

🎟️No ticket or RSVP required! Just bring an item from the Ronald McDonald House wishlist!

📆Sept 17 | 4pm-6pm
📍Coolidge Park Walker Pavilion

09/09/2026

We can’t wait! We’ll see you in Coolidge Park on Sept 17!

The Junior League of Chattanooga invites families to a free Picnic with a Purpose event at Coolidge Park on September 17, featuring kid-friendly games and snacks while collecting donations for the Ronald McDonald House food pantry.

08/28/2026

Let’s Picnic with a Purpose! 💛 Find The Good Day is almost here!! This year we’re partnering with Ronald McDonald House of Chattanooga to pack their pantry!

Stop by for snacks, kid-friendly activities, and a meaningful afternoon filled with community!

🎟️No ticket or RSVP required! Just bring an item from the Ronald McDonald House wishlist!

📆Sept 17 | 4pm-6pm
📍Coolidge Park Walker Pavilion