Junior League of the Great Lakes Bay Region

Junior League of the Great Lakes Bay Region The Junior League of the Great Lakes Bay Region is an organization of passionate, empowered women We welcomes all women who value our Mission.

The Junior League of the Great Lakes Bay Region is an organization of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women and improving the community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. Founded in 1929, the Junior League of Great Lakes Bay Region trains members for effective participation in the community and is dedicated to the belief that vo

lunteer service is an essential part of responsible citizenship. We are committed to inclusive environments of diverse individuals, organizations and communities. The League membership is a diverse group of more than 300 women who annually give more than 1,500 uncompensated hours of service to the projects and agencies supported by the League. We’ve given almost $600,000 since we started in 1929 to the Mid Michigan Region. Active members range are all ages, and 76% are employed outside the home. They serve on numerous boards and coalitions throughout the community. We are Volunteers, Professors, Bankers, Government Professionals, Homemakers, Artists, Students, Business Owners, Lawyers, Cosmetologists, Interior Designers, Consultants, Doctors, Insurance Specialists, Coaches, Nurses…

We are young, not-so young, single, married, moms, married-without-children…

We live in Saginaw, Bay City, Midland, Freeland, Essexville, Chesaning, Birch Run, Frankenmuth…

We train, volunteer, advocate, lead, laugh, teach, network, fundraise, research, make new friends, learn, grow, and most importantly, help women and children in need. While we come from many different walks of life and live throughout the Great Lakes Bay Region and beyond, we share a common commitment: to improve the quality of life in our community. We are excited to extend to you an opportunity to join a powerful, passionate, and progressive group of women committed to promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving the community in which we live.

The Junior League of the Great Lakes Bay Region prides itself on making an impact, not only a locally, but across the st...
03/25/2026

The Junior League of the Great Lakes Bay Region prides itself on making an impact, not only a locally, but across the state of Michigan.

Each year, the State Public Affairs Committee (S**C) of the Michigan Junior Leagues hosts a Day at the Capitol, bringing together members from Junior Leagues across Michigan for a day of advocacy, education, and meaningful conversation with legislators. Together, we work to advance women’s leadership and strengthen communities statewide.

S**C continues to focus on 3 key areas:
• Domestic & Intimate Partner Violence,
• Human Trafficking, and
• Women’s Health

✨ Membership Spotlight ✨Join us in celebrating Cheryl Currie for the outstanding ex*****on of her Passion Project - the ...
03/24/2026

✨ Membership Spotlight ✨

Join us in celebrating Cheryl Currie for the outstanding ex*****on of her Passion Project - the Ladies in Leadership Brunch! 🌸

After presenting her vision at our January General Membership Meeting and gaining the support of the League Members Cheryl got to work - reserving an event space, carefully selecting a menu, and coordinating volunteers to bring her idea to life. Within a matter of a couple months, her vision was transformed into a meaningful and impactful experience for the women of the communities we serve and beyond!

Through Cheryl’s vision and dedication, she created an inspiring day full of connection, growth and meaningful dialogue as we began to reimagine a life free from role strain, role conflict, and burnout while creating space for women to reclaim their well-being.

Thank you, Cheryl, for your leadership, passion, drive, and incredible impact - we’re so proud to have you as part of our League! 💙

A small reminder for today: giving yourself care isn’t selfish, it’s necessary. 💛In a world that often asks us to be eve...
03/22/2026

A small reminder for today: giving yourself care isn’t selfish, it’s necessary. 💛

In a world that often asks us to be everything to everyone, it’s easy to put our own needs last. But rest, boundaries, and moments of stillness aren’t luxuries—they’re essential to showing up fully in our lives.

Take a breath. Pause when you need to. Say no without guilt. Choose what restores you.

You deserve the same care and compassion that you so freely give to others. ✨

What an incredible day at our Ladies in Leadership Brunch! 🌸✨Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this ev...
03/22/2026

What an incredible day at our Ladies in Leadership Brunch! 🌸✨

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make this event so inspiring and meaningful. It was wonderful to gather with such an amazing group of women to connect, share ideas, and celebrate leadership in our community.

Together, we reflected on the importance of reclaiming our well-being and reimagining a life where role strain, role conflict, and burnout are no longer the cost of being everything to everyone.

A special thank you to all of our attendees, supporters, and volunteers who made the event possible. Your energy, insight, and commitment to lifting one another up truly made the morning unforgettable.

We are grateful to be part of such a strong and supportive community.

- Junior League of the Great Lakes Bay Region ❤️

✨Spotlight on Our Speaker: Khyla Craine ✨ For more than 20 years, Attorney Khyla D. Craine has been a passionate advocat...
03/20/2026

✨Spotlight on Our Speaker: Khyla Craine ✨

For more than 20 years, Attorney Khyla D. Craine has been a passionate advocate for social justice, working at the intersection of law, policy, and community empowerment.

From 2012–2019, Khyla served as an attorney for the NAACP, the nation’s largest and oldest grassroots civil rights organization, where her work focused on voting rights and civic engagement, environmental justice, and corporate governance. Even before joining the staff, she volunteered at both the local and national levels, championing youth programming and policy initiatives.

In 2019, Ms. Craine returned home to Michigan to work with the Michigan Secretary of State. There, she led efforts to expand programs supporting returning citizens, helped operationalize initiatives to assist youth in foster care with obtaining IDs and driver’s licenses, and played a key role in launching the Road to Restoration project.

An Ann Arbor native, Khyla is a graduate of Howard University School of Law and South Carolina State University. She served as the 2016–2017 Chair of the National Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division, which was recognized as Division of the Year during her tenure.

A nationally recognized speaker and writer, Ms. Craine has authored legal scholarship and op-eds, and has received numerous honors for her leadership and advocacy—including the National Bar Association Equal Justice Award and South Carolina State University’s Trailblazer Award.

Beyond her professional work, Khyla remains deeply committed to service through the National Bar Association, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., and the Junior League of Ann Arbor.

We’re proud to highlight leaders like Khyla who continue to inspire change in their communities and beyond. 💫

💛 Sometimes the smallest moments bring the most relief. 💛 Even a few acts of mindfulness can reduce mental overload and ...
03/18/2026

💛 Sometimes the smallest moments bring the most relief. 💛

Even a few acts of mindfulness can reduce mental overload and create space to breathe, reset, and feel supported.

As part of our Every Woman. All Things. initiative, we’re shining a light on women’s mental well-being, because every woman deserves care, balance, and space for herself.

Don’t wait for the “right” moment. Start with a small one today.

🌟 Spotlight on Our Speaker: Marcia Thomas 🌟 Marcia Thomas is Chief Diversity Officer and Global Corporate HR Business Pa...
03/17/2026

🌟 Spotlight on Our Speaker: Marcia Thomas 🌟

Marcia Thomas is Chief Diversity Officer and Global Corporate HR Business Partner at Aptar, where she made history as the company’s first Chief Diversity Officer and leads Inclusion Equity and Belonging initiatives for a global workforce of 13,000 across 20+ countries.

With over 35 years of experience in Human Resources and Talent, she has built a distinguished career advancing organizational excellence and inclusion. Under her leadership, Aptar has been recognized by Forbes as a Best Workplace for Women for three consecutive years. Most recently, she was also honored by The Conference Board for her outstanding contributions to global DEI advancement.

As a proud Saginaw Valley State University Alumna, Marcia has served as Director of Multicultural Services, Alumni Board Member, Diversity Council Participant and is a 2025 recipient of the Scott L. Carmona College of Business Distinguished Alumni Award.

Locally, she is an active and influential leader in the Saginaw region – serving on the boards of the Underground Railroad, Saginaw Historical Society, and most recently as the immediate past Chair of the Delta College Board of Trustees. She is a GOLD Life Member of the NAACP and Treasurer of the Saginaw Branch NAACP, President of the Saginaw Chapter of Silhouettes, Inc. (Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.), and a former member of Tri-City Links. On a regional level, she is the Chairman of the Great Lakes Podcast, Between the Lakes, and previously served as Michigan Cluster Coordinator.

Beyond her professional and civic achievements, Marcia treasures family life with her husband Darryl, 2 daughters Erica and Lauren, son-in-law Jamar, and her newest role as “Nonni” to grandson Jaden.

✨ Reserve your seat today!🎟️
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/ladies-in-leadership-brunch

🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀The Junior League of the Great Lakes Bay Region celebrates today with gratitude for our memb...
03/17/2026

🍀 Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀

The Junior League of the Great Lakes Bay Region celebrates today with gratitude for our members, partners, and community supporters.

We feel lucky to serve alongside passionate women making a difference every day.

✨ Great news! ✨Due to high demand, more tickets have just been released for our Ladies in Leadership Brunch! 🎉Join us fo...
03/16/2026

✨ Great news! ✨

Due to high demand, more tickets have just been released for our Ladies in Leadership Brunch! 🎉

Join us for an inspiring morning of conversation, connection, and powerful insights from incredible women leaders who are challenging the idea that success must come at the cost of balance and well-being.

Seats are still limited, and they won’t last long!

🥂 Gather your friends, colleagues, or mentors and join us for a meaningful and empowering experience.

🎟️ Secure your ticket now before they’re gone (again)!
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/ladies-in-leadership-brunch

Today’s reminder: strong doesn’t mean never tired.For many women, the exhaustion runs deeper than it looks. From househo...
03/15/2026

Today’s reminder: strong doesn’t mean never tired.

For many women, the exhaustion runs deeper than it looks. From household responsibilities to managing family schedules, women often find themselves trying to manage both the physical and mental load. That constant juggling requires strength, but it also takes a toll.

The Junior League of the Great Lakes Bay Region is proud to join the revolutionary Every Woman. All Things. campaign created by the Association of Junior Leagues International to restore balance, reclaim well-being, and reimagine a life where role strain, role conflict, and burnout are no longer the cost of being everything to everyone.

Through Every Woman. All Things., we’re acknowledging the many roles women navigate - as professionals, caregivers, partners, volunteers, leaders, and more - and the importance of making space for rest, balance, and shared responsibility.

Which is exactly why we’re hosting our upcoming Ladies in Leadership brunch featuring distinguished speakers who will help us challenge the long-held belief that women must sacrifice balance and personal well-being to succeed in leadership, work, and service – and explore how mentorship, advocacy, health boundaries, and intentional rest can create lasting change for individuals and communities.

🌟 Spotlight on Our Speaker: Diane L. Keenan 🌟Diane Keenan is a lifelong advocate, servant leader, and community builder ...
03/14/2026

🌟 Spotlight on Our Speaker: Diane L. Keenan 🌟

Diane Keenan is a lifelong advocate, servant leader, and community builder dedicated to transforming lives through compassion, empowerment, and action. She currently serves as Executive Director of the East Side Soup Kitchen in Saginaw, Michigan, where she oversees 5,400 volunteers annually, manages a $1 million budget, and serves 800–900 meals a day. Under her leadership, the kitchen has become a hub of dignity, healing, and opportunity, with expansion plans underway for the Hunger Solution Center to double its capacity by 2026.

With 30+ years in youth development, nonprofit leadership, and community service, Diane has also advanced initiatives with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Flint and Saginaw County, the Girl Scouts of Mitten Bay Council, and Bay Arenac Career Complex. She is a dedicated mentor, helping women and marginalized individuals gain skills, confidence, and leadership opportunities.

Beyond her professional work, Diane is deeply invested in the community, serving on boards such as CASA, Shields Civic Association, Emmaus House, The Well Men’s Shelter, and the Rotary Club of Downtown Saginaw, and volunteering in youth mentorship, homelessness prevention, and anti-racism initiatives. Her quiet strength, humility, and commitment to service make her a beloved leader in the Great Lakes Bay Region. 💛

With a legacy rooted in justice, dignity, and inclusion, Diane Keenan leads by example-and inspires others to do the same.

✨ Today is the last day to claim a ticket 🎟️
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/ladies-in-leadership-brunch

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