May Celebration 2026 and Award Recipients

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On May 3, members of the Junior League of Oakland-East Bay gathered at Massimo Ristorante in Walnut Creek for our annual May Celebration—a time to reflect on the year behind us, recognize outstanding members, and celebrate the impact we make together through service and leadership. This year’s event carried special significance as we marked JLOEB’s […]

Kicking Off the 2025–2026 League Year with JLOEB

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The Junior League of Oakland-East Bay (JLOEB) is thrilled to launch our 2025–2026 League Year with energy, purpose, and a very special milestone—our 90th Anniversary! For nearly a century, JLOEB has been empowering women leaders and driving community impact across Alameda and Contra Costa Counties, and this year we are proud to continue that legacy […]

May Celebration 2025 and Award Recipients

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Each spring, the Junior League of Oakland-East Bay gathers for our annual May Celebration—a joyful evening to reflect on a year of service and recognize outstanding members who have gone above and beyond in leadership and impact.

Announcing JLOEB’s 2024–2025 Community Enrichment Fund Grantees

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The Junior League of Oakland-East Bay’s Community Enrichment Fund (CEF) helps support the vital work of nonprofit and community organizations across Alameda and Contra Costa Counties. Each year, we fund projects that strengthen our communities and align with JLOEB’s mission of promoting voluntarism, developing the potential of women, and improving the lives of women and […]

Touch a Truck 2025: A Day of Community, Smiles, and Support

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On Saturday, April 26, the Junior League of Oakland-East Bay hosted another unforgettable Touch a Truck 2025 event—and what a day it was! We welcomed more than 800 attendees to Balestrieri Family Farm for an afternoon filled with family fun, hands-on learning, and community connection. Thanks to the generosity of our guests, sponsors, and volunteers, […]

JLOEB Sustainer Janel Wellborn Named to AJLI’s 2025 40 Over 40 List!

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We’re proud to share that Janel Wellborn, a longtime member and current sustainer of the Junior League of Oakland-East Bay (JLOEB), has been named to The Association of Junior Leagues International’s (AJLI) inaugural 40 Over 40 Awards list! This exciting new recognition honors 40 outstanding Junior League members over the age of 40 who exemplify […]

Sundays Were FUNDdays this November: Tipsy Putt Partners with JLOEB and Donates Over $1,000

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  This past November, the Junior League of Oakland-East Bay (JLOEB) partnered with Emeryville’s Tipsy Putt for a month-long Sunday FUNDday fundraiser event series. Every Sunday, community members enjoyed mini golf, drinks, and giving back. For each beer poured and each round of mini golf played, Tipsy Putt donated $1 to support JLOEB’s mission. Together, […]

JLOEB Hosts Menstrual Supply Drive for Grace Period

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“JLOEB partners with Grace Period for our GMM drives because their mission aligns perfectly with our goals,” – Tamicia Wakefield, Co-VP of Community Impact. Imagine working in the food industry and getting your period at work but not having the funds to purchase menstrual products – not pads, tampons, or a cup. Imagine being a […]