Thank you for your interest in The Junior League of the Emerald Coast. The following information will guide you through the process of what it takes to join the JLEC, to become a Provisional Member of the JLEC and to be an Active Member of the JLEC. To become a member of the Junior League of the Emerald Coast, an applicant must complete the Provisional Education Training Program. Upon completion of the Provisional Program, the Provisional Member will be recommended for active membership with the JLEC. Benefits of Joining the JLEC
· Training for effective community service and leadership, including finance, fundraising, leadership, public relations and marketing, advocacy and personal development.
· Awareness of community needs and opportunities to contribute to solutions
· Interaction and partnerships with community leaders
· New friends and opportunities for continued growth and personal fulfillment
· Transfer of membership to other Leagues
How to Join
The Membership Development Council will announce a date, time, and place for sponsors to obtain and return their sponsor forms. Prospective members will be invited to attend our Recruitment Social, held each year in August. Prospective members must notify the JLEC if they wish to accept their invitation.
The provisional training course has two options. One course begins in September and runs through December and the second begins in January and runs through May. The training year culminates in our annual May dinner are inducted as active member. The two courses allows for more flexibility for prospective members to join.
An online membership proposal may be submitted at anytime. If you do not have a sponsor or know anyone in the league, please still submit a form and someone will contact you. Click here to access the membership form.
Provisional Year
The first year of membership is called your Provisional Year and during this year you will participate in a structured but flexible program designed to teach you about the Junior League of the Emerald Coast. Your Provisional Course will give you a broad-based view of the JLEC - its structure and organization, the community organizations we service, our business opportunities to raise money for the community, and how to become an effective and trained volunteer. There are also numerous opportunities for socialization with other members.
To become a Provisional Member, you must be at least 21 years of age and reside in the Okaloosa or Walton County area.
For questions or more information about joining the JLEC you can contact us at membership@jlec.org or check out our Frequently Asked Questions Page.
To request more information you can email or call the League office and a member of the JLEC will contact you.
