Sustainers

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Reserving Meeting Space at HQ or a Zoom Link

Sustainers are welcome to utilize meeting space at Headquarters or the JLD Zoom application, please click here to reserve your room or a Zoom link or both.

Nominations

 

SUSTAINER OF THE YEAR:  2025 Sustainer of the Year Nominations are now OPEN!

As we look forward to celebrating our 2024 Sustainer of the Year – Kathleen Gibson – at the April 5th Milestones luncheon, we are asking you to begin to consider who might continue in the line of extraordinary Junior League of Dallas members who have made a great impact in our community!

Nominations for the 2025 Sustainer of the Year officially open today and conclude on May 1, 2024. This nomination period allows us time to consider your thoughtful nominations of worthy members and prepare for the announcement of the 2025 Sustainer of the Year in early fall, 2024.

Please follow the link which allows you to nominate a Sustainer online.  Additionally, the form can be downloaded here and completed by hand.

We look forward to receiving your nominations!  Any questions can be directed to Sustainer President-elect Sally Dutter at dutter@sbclglobal.net or 214.808.6542.

 

FAQs

How can I become a Sustainer?

A Junior League member who has reached 40 – 49 years of age with three years of Active service or who, regardless of age, has contributed 10 years of Active service is eligible to become a Sustainer. Many members contribute more than 10 years Active service, so don’t think you MUST go Sustaining after 10 years!

What do I need to know about Sustainer dues?

Membership dues are due April 1.

Sustainer dues amounts are as follows:

$170 up to age 64 (Age as of June 1st) |  $95 ages 65 to 79 | $0 age 80+

What opportunities are available?

We have volunteer opportunities, trips, parties, and educational events scheduled throughout the year. Stay tuned for the 2023-2024 happenings!

I'm new to Dallas, can I transfer my membership?

Junior League members new to Dallas can transfer their membership by contacting your current League and setting the process in motion. Questions about transferring can be answered by Kristianne Hinkamp, 214-357-8822.

Who should I contact for questions?

Contact the Sustainer President, Candace Winslow at jldsustainerpresident@jldallas.org

Sustainer Calendar of Events

  • Spring 2024

    NOTE: All registrations are non-refundable.  If your plans change, you can transfer your registration to another Sustainer.  Please notify the event chair of the name change.

    VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: COMMUNITY PARTNERS OF DALLAS
    Putting together Easter Baskets
    Monday, March 18, 2024
    5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
    Community Partners of Dallas
    7950 Elmbrook Drive
    Limited to 15 Sustainers
    Chairs: Megan Pharis & Nancy Gopez
    TO REGISTER CLICK HERE
    To get on the wait list email
    Meghan Pharis – meganpharis1999@gmail.com
    OR Nancy Gopez – nancygopez@gmail.com

    MINDFUL DERMATOLOGY WITH ALYSSA SPIEGEL
    Wednesday, March 20, 2024
    12:00 p.m. -1:00 p.m.
    Junior League of Dallas Headquarters
    Cost: $15 to attend/$25 with lunch
    Limited to 45
    Chair: Christie Carter
    SOLD OUT: To join waitlist email fran-man@swbell.net

    SPRING FASHION WITH VICTORIA SNEE FROM HIGHLAND PARK VILLAGE
    Tuesday, March 26, 2024
    12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
    Junior League of Dallas Headquarters
    Cost: $15 to attend/$25 with lunch
    Limited to 45
    Chair: Christie Carter
    SOLD OUT: To join waitlist email fran-man@swbell.net

    INTRODUCTION TO MEDITATION WITH SUSAN GLASSMOYER
    Wednesday, April 10, 2024
    12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
    Junior League of Dallas Headquarters
    Cost: $15 to attend/$25 with lunch
    Limited to 45
    Chair: Christie Carter
    Register HERE

    NEEDLEPOINT WITH AN EXPERT
    Saturday, April 13, 2024
    1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
    Chaparral Needlepoint
    6445 Cedar Springs Road, Suite 200. Dallas, TX 75235
    Cost: TBA will include canvas
    Chair: Kristianne Hinkamp
    Details to come by end of February

     JUNIOR LEAGUE OF DALLAS 2024 SUSTAINER TRIP
    St. Augustine Serenity:  A Ladies’ Coastal Retreat
    St. Augustine, Florida
    Sunday, April 14 – Thursday, April 18, 2024
    SOLD OUT, please join the waitlist
    Co-Chairs:  Val Lawlor, (214) 616-1063 or vallaw@aol.com or Lori Whitlow Christensen, (214) 505-9177 or loriwhitlow@gmail.com

    iPHONE: MANAGING PHOTOS AND YOUR NEW APPLICATIONS PRESENTED BY THE SENIOR SOURCE
    Tuesday, April 16, 2024
    12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
    Junior League of Dallas Headquarters
    Cost: $15 to attend/$25 with lunch
    Limited to 45
    Chair: Debbie Oates
    Register HERE

    NORTHPARK CENTER ART TOUR
    Wednesday, April 17, 2024
    10:30 a.m.|
    No Charge
    Limited to 25
    Chair: Marilyn Cline
    SOLD OUT: To join waiting list email mcline963@gmail.com

    MAHJONG TOURNAMENT
    Saturday, April 27, 2024
    10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
    Junior League of Dallas Headquarters
    Cost: $40 per person
    Limited to 40
    Co-Chairs: Anne Harding & Amber Zable
    Register HERE

    YEAR END FIESTA
    Thursday, May 2, 2024
    5:30 p.m.
    Mattito’s Oak Lawn
    Cost: $45 per person
    Co-Chairs: Elizabeth Gambrell & Mary Martha Pickens
    Register HERE

    JUANITA CRAFT SPRING SERVICE EVENT
    Look for details in eblasts at a later date.
    Co-Chairs: Nancy Gopez & Megan Pharis

Leadership

 

 

Happy New Year Sustainers!

What an incredible first half of the League year we experienced together, and what great memories are in store in the coming months for us as Sustainers!   It truly has been my joy serving our beloved League with you thus far, and so many wonderful moments are ahead.

A few notes as we turn our calendars to 2024:

  • Thanks to the extraordinary leadership and planning of Christie Carter and Debbie Oates, we have so many fun Sustainer Programs to choose from this spring! Sandy Ammons and Francie Mancillas have implemented such a great system that makes registration simple and sends an automatic reminder with all the details at your fingertips.  If you have not registered for the spring 2024 programs, grab your calendar and register here: https://www.jldallas.org/sustainers/

 

  • There is not a better time to connect with others than at our Milestones luncheon, co-chaired by Linda Secrest, along with Active Co-Chair, Sally Hodge. The luncheon will be held on Friday, April 5 at the Omni Hotel.  We will be honoring Kathleen Gibson as the 2024 Sustainer of the Year for her incredible accomplishments in the community.  Round up Sustainer friends and purchase your table or tickets here: https://www.jldallas.org/milestones-luncheon/  We will also have “no-host” Sustainer tables available if you would like to sit with other Sustainers at the luncheon.

 

  • Believe it or not, nominations for the 2024 Sewell Salutes Award Winner, 2025-26 Sustainer President, and 2025 Milestones Chair open this Friday, January 5 and close on Friday, February 9. Be on the lookout for more information in your email inbox and the JLD Sustainer website.  Questions about these positions can be directed to Nominating Chair, Monica Christopher, at monica_christopher@att.net.

To quote a beautiful greeting card I just received….”may the new year bring you health and happiness, peace and prosperity, love and laughter.”  And might I add, a lot of smiles too!!

Looking forward to the spring with you!
Candace Winslow

2023 - 2024 Sustainer Leadership

  • Candace Winslow
    President
  • Sally Dutter
    President-elect
  • Monica Christopher
    Past President/Nominating Chair
  • Christina Eubanks
    Active President
  • Brooke Bailey
    Liaison to Active Board of Directors
  • Kittye Peeler
    Special Advisor to the Sustainer President
  • Marilyn Cline
    Secretary
  • Elizabeth Dacus
    Treasurer
  • Sandy Ammons
    Administrative VP/Communications
  • Mary Appleton
    Event Photographer
  • Julie Bagley
    Archivist
  • Elizabeth R Selzer
    Arrangements Co-Chair
  • Kathleen Elliott
    Arrangements Co-Chair
  • Christie Carter
    Programs Co-Chair
  • Debbie Oates
    Programs Co-Chair
  • Jan Baldwin
    Membership Chair
  • Julie Bagley
    Membership Chair
  • Jeff Rice
    Membership Chair
  • Elise McVeigh
    Interest Group Chair
  • Liana Yarckin
    Interest Group Chair
  • Sally Dutter
    Sustainer Kick-off Co-Chair
  • Francie Mancillas
    Sustainer Kick-off Co-Chair
  • Linda Secrest
    The Milestones Luncheon Chair
  • Debbie Oates
    The Milestones Luncheon Chair-elect
  • Elizabeth L. Selzer
    Transfer Co-Chair
  • Elizabeth Post
    Transfer Co-Chair
  • Erin Pope
    New Sustainer Engagement Co-Chair
  • Laura Johnson
    New Sustainer Engagement Co-Chair
  • Nancy Gopez
    Volunteer Project Co-Chair
  • Megan Pharis
    Volunteer Project Co-Chair
  • Nancy Bierman
    Cards for US Troops Co-Chair
  • Paula Davis
    Cards for US Troops Co-Chair
  • Kristianne Hinkamp
    Cards for US Troops Co-Chair
  • Joanna Clarke
    Fall Mahjong Weekend
  • Leigh Anne Haugh
    Fall Mahjong Weekend
  • Val Lawlor
    Spring Trip Co-Chair
  • Lori Whitlow Christensen
    Spring Trip Co-Chair
  • Paige McDaniel
    Fort Worth Rodeo Co-Chair
  • Jennifer Doggett
    Fort Worth Rodeo Co-Chair
  • Heather Hicks
    Tea at the Arboretum Co-Chair
  • Juliette Coulter
    Tea at the Arboretum Co-Chair
  • Mary Martha Pickens
    Year-end Fiesta Co-Chair
  • Elizabeth Gambrell
    Year-end Fiesta Co-Chair
  • Connie O'Neill
    SOTY Nominating Committee Chair
  • Margo Goodwin
    Legacy Leaders Celebration Chair
  • Beth Thoele
    Member-at-Large
  • Carol Seay
    Member-at-Large
  • Diane Drake
    Member-at-Large (Sustainer Interest Groups)
  • Ellen Bryant
    Member-at-Large (Trip)
  • Emily Somerville
    Member-at-Large
  • Meredy McClure
    Member-at-Large
  • Pam Busbee
    Member-at-Large
  • Patti Flowers
    Member-at-Large
  • Peggy Meyer
    Member-at-Large
  • Venise Stuart
    Member-at-Large

Current Sustainer Special Interest Group Chairs

  • Susan Dillard
    Antiques & Art
  • Jane Willingham
    Antiques & Art
  • Mary Louise Hopson
    Antiques Too
  • MaryCook Blanshard
    Between the Covers
  • Anne Leary
    Between the Covers
  • Venise Stuart
    Bluebonnet Garden Club
  • Frances Grigsby
    Booked Up!
  • Kristianne Hinkamp
    Booked Up!
  • Sally Kelley
    Forget-Me-Not Garden Club
  • Laurie Thornton
    Forget-Me-Not Garden Club
  • Nancie Wagner
    Garden Club Committee of the JLD
  • Charlotte Kimberlin
    Garden Club Committee of the JLD
  • Beckie Callahan
    Get Movin'
  • Eileen Hudnall
    Issues and Interests
  • Catherine Cooper
    JLD Connect (Actives & Sustainers)
  • Happy Franklin
    JLD Gourmet (Actives & Sustainers)
  • Claire Collins
    Lets Go Cultural
  • Anne Harding
    Mahjong
  • Amber Zable
    Mahjong
  • Alyson Ray
    Midday at the Movies
  • Julie Halley Wallace
    Profit Makers
  • Sally Saalfield
    Rave Reviews “Too” Book Club
  • Catie Feehan
    Revelers
  • Jessica Shaw
    Socialites
  • Ashlyn Lewis
    Spice It Up Cooking
  • Jennifer Harrison
    Spice Too
  • Melissa Gioldasis
    Spice Too
  • Kris Densing
    Sustained Profits
  • Nancie Wagner
    Sustainer Bridge
  • Clair Krzov
    Sustainer Stitches
  • Kristianne Hinkamp
    Sustained Stitches PM
  • Lou Murchison
    Sustainer Transfer Bridge
  • Lou Murchison
    Sustainer Transfer Group
  • Helen Chalmers
    Terra Bella
  • Barbara McDermott
    Topics & Trends
  • Diane Drake
    Women of Words (WOW) Book Club
To get more information about each Special Interest Group please click HERE

To see the Sustainer Interest Groups that are accepting new members please click HERE.