How We Help
The JLP helps the local Portland community in many ways.
Community Projects
The Junior League of Portland collaborates with existing community organizations. Our current community projects include:
Long Creek Youth Development Center - South Portland, Maine
In 2007, the Junior League of Portland and Long Creek Youth Development Center celebrated their 10th Anniversary of uninterrupted collaboration. Our activities are intended to provide enjoyment, promote self-esteem, and teach life skills and values such as respect and compassion for others. Among other possibilities, the Community Projects Committee hopes to implement the following workshop-based volunteer opportunities: "Women in the Workforce" (educational/career choices), "Women in the Arts" (to include hands on craft project), Outdoor event or activity (softball game, etc.), "I'm Worth It" party to include spa services for the girls
, "Giving Back to the Community" workshop that will incorporate a hands-on project that will then be donated back to the community.
Ronald McDonald House - Portland, Maine
Once again, throughout the 2006-2007 year, Junior League volunteers will provide comfort and support to families staying at the Ronald McDonald House by preparing a home-cooked meal for them through the Guest Chef Night program. As in the past, our dedicated volunteers will prepare and drop-off all elements of homemade dinners (like soup, chili, casserole and bread), which guests can enjoy at their leisure. We also hope to volunteer at some Guest Chef Breakfast opportunities to offer members an opportunity to volunteer on a weekend morning by cooking and preparing breakfast onsite at the Ronald McDonald House.
Mission Possible Teen Center - Westbrook, Maine
Preble Street Resource Center - Portland, Maine
Past Community Projects
Since 1922, the Junior League of Portland has committed volunteer leadership and funding to many worthwhile community projects. We founded the Children's Museum of Maine, Children's Theatre of Maine, and the Parenting Center at USM. We co-founded the Beacon Teen Center and most recently the target="new">Kids First Center. We initiated the first school volunteer program in Maine, which later became Portland Partnership. We initiated Project Kids in Safe Seats, which led to passing legislation for mandatory use of seat belts. We were a charter-funding source for the Center for Grieving Children and Preble Street Resource Center. We restored rooms at the Sweat Mansion, Daniel-Howe House, and Victoria Mansion. We established programs, provided volunteers, and funded major projects for Maine Medical Center and Maine Audubon Society.
Signature Projects
The Junior Leagur of Portland researches needs in the local community and collaborates with other organizations to fill those gaps in services.
Most recent Signature Project
The Junior League of Portland and Community Counseling Center collaborated to develop the Greater Portland Trauma Assistance Network. The Trauma Assistance Network connects individuals and families impacted by trauma or tragedy to supportive community services. It helps clients access needed services by working with other providers to strengthen the existing network without duplication. The Junior League of Portland is proud to collaborate with the Community Counseling Center (CCC), Portland's oldest nonprofit mental health and family services agency.Cookbooks
RSVP is back!JLP is reprinting a Special Edition of "RSVP, An Invitation to Maine Cooking" to commemorate the 85th Anniversary of the Junior League of Portland.
"Discover the wide range of tempting treats that Maine is famous for, from hearty favorites to elegant specialties. Party planning is a piece of cake, that is, when you choose one of the thirty-one artfully planned and easily prepared menus. From Camden to Kennebunkport, Mainers have opened their hearts and their kitchens to share their most prized recipes with you!"
League Price = $17.95; Non-League Price = $19.95
Maine Ingredients
Maine Ingredients is a unique blend of sensational recipes inspired by Maine's finest and freshest ingredients. All of the fantastic 342 recipes come with serving and wine suggestions, and historical perspectives of Maine's foods are beautifully blended to help cooks of all levels create gourmet menus. Experience some of the refreshing delectibles as Wild Berry Summer Soup, Lobster with Champagne Dipping Sauce, and Strawberries Flambe & Chocolate Lace Cups. The books aesthetic presentation is irresistible featuring pages of classic artwork by Maine artist, Dawn Peterson. This book is a pleasure to browse through as the reader learns about Maine's history and life through its indigenous foods.
Support the League
Buy your Junior League of Portland cookbooks today and enjoy the wonderful tastes of Maine. Download a Cookbook Order Form, fill it out, and mail it in with a check to the Junior League of Portland, Maine. We thank you for your support of the Junior League of Portland, Maine and our community. Email us at cookbooks@jlpmaine.org if you have any questions.
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