Junior League of Sarasota Annual Celebration

May 13, 2022 – Sarasota

The Junior League of Sarasota (JLS) will be holding its Annual Celebration for members and their guests on Tuesday, May 17th at Art Ovation Hotel (1255 N. Palm Ave) to celebrate accomplishments from the past League year, present the annual awards, and welcome incoming leadership. The year was once again full of challenges, however JLS continued to use innovative ways to keep members engaged and active in giving back to the community. Attendees of the event will enjoy a glass of bubbly and heavy hors d’oeuvres including a “Street Taco” bar. Additional beverages will be available for purchase. The evening begins with a social hour at 5:30 PM with the program starting at 6:30 PM, featuring the installation of the new Board of Directors and Management Team, along with awards for the following categories:

President’s Award: Recognizes one Active or Sustaining member chosen by the President of the Junior League of Sarasota for whom she believes has been invaluable to the League for her service, commitment and passion for the values and mission which our organization is built upon.

Sustainer of the Year: Recognizes outstanding contributions by a Sustaining member in the best tradition of the Junior League of Sarasota.

Sustainer Community Service: Recognizes a Sustaining member who has contributed outstanding service in our community.

Charter Award: Recognizes a member (Active or Sustainer) who has demonstrated a longstanding commitment to building up the League’s legacy in Sarasota and who has provided significant support to the endowment.

Spirit of the League: Presented to the person who has gone over and above in helping the League achieve its goals.

Active Team of the Year: This award recognizes a committee of Active members Team that worked together to achieve their goals exceptionally well.

Active of the Year: This award is designed to symbolize and recognize contributions by an Active member in the best tradition of the League.

Active Community Impact: Presented to an Active member who exemplified the highest standard of non-League volunteer work in the community.

New Member of the Year: This award recognizes a New Member who demonstrated great enthusiasm and commitment to the League’s mission.

Community Partner of the Year: This award recognizes an outstanding community organization that partnered with the Junior League of Sarasota to deliver meaningful service.