Mission

The Junior League of Monterey County, Inc. is an organization of women committed to promoting volunteerism, developing the potential of women and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable.

The Big Idea

The Junior League is an organization of women focused on empowering women in leadership and bettering the community through action. Their Big Idea, Empowering Women as Civic Leaders, uses hands-on leadership training and volunteer opportunities to further the skills and confidence of young women. The Junior League wants to give young women the power and knowledge to become leaders in their communities and steer positive change

The Junior League has been transformational in my personal and professional life. The Junior League’s investment in me helped further develop and cultivate my leadership skills, and advancement as a leader at work, in my community, and in my personal life. Moreover, I have met amazing women and developed lifelong friendships. These friendships continue to empower me to be an active participant in my community.

- Renee Penalver