Sustainers

A Legacy of Leadership and Service
Our Sustainers are the heart of the Junior League of Dallas—visionary women whose leadership, generosity, and service have helped shape our organization and community for over a century. As mentors, advocates, and lifelong volunteers, Sustainers remain actively engaged in the League’s mission while forging meaningful connections through events, programming, and philanthropic initiatives. Whether you’ve recently transitioned from Active status or have been a longtime member, your impact continues to inspire the next generation of civic leaders.

Forms

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.

JLD Leadership Institute

Information Meetings Registration

Click here to follow JLD Sustainers on Facebook!

Nominations

Nominations

Sustainers may submit nominations for Sustainer President-Elect, Milestones Luncheon Sustainer Chair-Elect, Sustainer Sewell Salutes Awardee, and Sustainer of the Year.

Nomination information will be updated in early 2027.

Contact Sustainer President-Elect, Val Lawlor, with any questions at vallaw@aol.com.

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, events, and educational programming scheduled throughout the year. Stay tuned for the 2026-2027 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, Joanna Clarke at jldsustainerpresident@jldallas.org

Sustainer Calendar of Events

Leadership

 

2026-2027 Sustainer President

Joanna Clarke

Dear Fellow Sustainers,

Welcome to a new year with the Junior League of Dallas! It is both an honor and a privilege to serve as your Sustainer President. I am filled with gratitude for those who came before us and for each of you who continue our legacy of dedication, service and friendship.

Being a Sustainer is more than a membership status; it is a lifelong commitment to the League’s mission and values. Through decades of leadership and community impact, Sustainers have built an extraordinary legacy. The impact the League has today stands on the foundation you helped build.

Whether you are a new Sustainer or have been one for many years, there is a place for you. Through programs, social gatherings, volunteer opportunities, travel and special events, there are many ways to connect and support one another.

Sustainer Kick Off presented by Children’s Health | Thursday, Sept. 17 from 5 – 6:30 p.m. – Headquarters

Please join us for this fantastic event, where you can learn about the many exciting programs we have planned, join special interest groups and reconnect with friends.

In our 105th year of the JLD, we will celebrate two very special Sustainers at our 16th Annual Milestones Luncheon on April 9, 2027. Please make plans to join us as we lift up Debbie Snell, Sustainer of the Year, and Margo Goodwin, Lifetime Achievement Honoree! They have embodied the Sustainer spirit through their many wonderful contributions that have made our League and Dallas stronger.

This year, we are ramping up communications. New social media pages are coming soon. As always, email is our primary way to share information and updates. Please be sure your email with JLD is up to date. (You can check yours here on the website or by calling Headquarters at 214-357-8822.) Always remember: your experience and dedication are an integral part of what makes our League thrive. Please email jldsustainerpresident@jldallas.org  if you have any questions at any time.

Thank you for your membership — I look forward to seeing you soon!

2026 - 2027 Sustainer Leadership

  • Joanna Clarke
    President
  • Val Lawlor
    President-elect
  • Lori Whitlow Christensen
    Past President/Nominating Chair
  • Lauren Combest
    Active President
  • Jennifer Tobin
    Liaison to Active Board of Directors
  • Allison Miller
    Recording Secretary
  • Barbara Averett
    Corresponding Secretary
  • Elizabeth Dacus
    Treasurer
  • Christina Eubanks
    Treasurer-elect
  • Francie Mancillas
    Registrar
  • Mary Appleton
    Event Photographer
  • Elisa McVeigh
    Interest Group Co-chair
  • Liana Yarckin
    Interest Group Co-chair
  • Kathleen Elliott
    Arrangements Co-chair
  • Christina Norris
    Arrangements Co-chair
  • Elizabeth R. Selzer
    Arrangements Co-chair
  • Francie Mancillas
    Communications - eblasts
  • Emily Hoad
    Communications - Printed
  • Becky Gomez
    Communications - Social Media
  • Stephanie Hardeman
    Communications - Social Media
  • Jennifer Wegman
    Communications - Social Media
  • Wynne McNabb
    Communications - Website
  • Marilyn Cline
    Membership Co-chair
  • Vanessa Fuquay
    Membership Co-chair
  • Tiffany Lawson
    Membership Co-chair
  • Kittye Peeler
    Membership Co-chair
  • Tameka Sadler
    Membership Co-chair
  • Candace Winslow
    Membership Co-chair
  • Roxanne Carne
    New Sustainer Engagement Co-chair
  • Sally Dutter
    New Sustainer Engagement Co-chair
  • Chanel Stark
    New Sustainer Engagement Co-chair
  • Anne Leary
    Legacy Leader Celebration Chair
  • Nikki Kapioltas
    Transfer Co-chair
  • Rhonda Williams
    Transfer Co-chair
  • Wendy Messman
    Milestone Luncheon Chair
  • Julie Bagley
    Milestone Luncheon Chair-elect
  • Bonner Allen
    Programs Co-chair
  • Meredith Camp
    Programs Co-chair
  • Amy Martinez
    Volunteer Project Co-chair
  • Tandra Allen
    Volunteer Project Co-chair
  • Margaret Black
    Kickoff Co-chair
  • Monica Christopher
    Kickoff Co-chair
  • Holly Hassmann
    Kickoff Co-chair
  • Connie O'Neill
    Kickoff Co-chair
  • Paula Davis
    Cards for US Troops Co-chair
  • Heather McNamara
    Cards for US Troops Co-chair
  • Kim Thomas
    Cards for US Troops Co-chair
  • Stephanie Hardeman
    State Fair Chair
  • Juliette Coulter
    Tea at the Arboretum
  • Heather Hicks
    Tea at the Arboretum
  • Petra Bradshaw
    Fort Worth Rodeo Chair
  • Christie Carter
    Trip Co-chair
  • Paige McDaniel
    Trip Co-chair
  • Lydia Novakov
    Year-end Fiesta Co-chair
  • Katie Robbins
    Year-end Fiesta Co-chair
  • Karen Shuford
    Year-end Fiesta Co-chair
  • Megan Inman
    Special Project Co-chair
  • Allison Miller
    Special Project Co-chair
  • Peggy Meyer
    Special Project Co-chair
  • Sandy Ammons
    Program Committee
  • Meg Bittner
    Program Committee
  • Heather Bonfield
    Program Committee
  • Summer Breen
    Program Committee
  • Jennifer Chandler
    Program Committee
  • Marilyn Cline
    Program Committee
  • Calvert Collins-Bratton
    Program Committee
  • Katherine Coker
    Program Committee
  • Leigh Danley
    Program Committee
  • Nancy Gopez
    Program Committee
  • Leigh Ann Haugh
    Program Committee
  • Sarah Jackson
    Program Committee
  • Jenny King
    Program Committee
  • Dulari Mehta
    Program Committee
  • Tanya McDonald
    Program Committee
  • LaurieGrace Roberts
    Program Committee
  • Cristina Salas
    Program Committee
  • Melissa Sherrill
    Program Committee
  • Jourdy Wallace
    Program Committee
  • Kimberly Yamanouchi
    Program Committee
  • Brooke Bailey
    Sustainer Advisor Co-chair
  • Janet Quisenberry
    Sustainer Advisor Co-chair
  • Julie Bagley
    Development Collaborative Liaison
  • Nancy Gopez
    Sustainer Advisor - Auction
  • Diana Hamilton
    Sustainer Advisor - Major Gifts
  • Andrea Cheek
    Sustainer Advisor - Underwriting
  • Rhonda Aghamalian
    Member-at-Large
  • Veronica Averhart Preston
    Member-at-Large
  • Jill Bee
    Member-at-Large
  • Beth Brown
    Member-at-Large
  • Elizabeth Gambrell
    Member-at-Large
  • Cynthia Hayes
    Member-at-Large
  • Laura Johnson
    Member-at-Large
  • Becky Lacour
    Member-at-Large
  • Lauren Maggard
    Member-at-Large
  • Lynn McBee
    Member-at-Large
  • Laura Muller
    Member-at-Large
  • Elsa Norwood
    Member-at-Large
  • Amy Rayburn
    Member-at-Large
  • Debbie Scripps
    Member-at-Large
  • Debbie Oates
    Member-at-Large
  • Carol Seay
    Member-at-Large
  • Linda Secrest
    Member-at-Large
  • Stacey Wiggins
    Member-at-Large
  • Gay Donnell Willis
    Member-at-Large

Current Sustainer Interest Group Chairs

  • Jennifer Indyk
    Afternoon Tea (Actives & Sustainers)
  • Sally Lutz
    Antiques & Art
  • Kim West
    Antiques Too
  • Ann Simmons
    Between the Covers
  • Renee' Farren
    Bluebonnet Garden Club
  • Frances Grigsby
    Booked Up!
  • Jane Fitch & Ginger Nobles
    Forget-Me-Not Garden Club
  • Beckie Callahan
    Get Movin'
  • Myra Lancaster
    Issues and Interests
  • Joy Downey
    JLD Connect (Actives & Sustainers)
  • Happy Franklin
    JLD Gourmet (Actives & Sustainers)
  • Stephanie Hardeman
    Mahjong
  • Alyson Ray
    Midday at the Movies
  • Kristianne Hinkamp
    Overbooked!
  • Julie Halley Wallace
    Profit Makers
  • Eileen Hudnall
    Rave Reviews “Too” Book Club
  • Marilyn Cline
    Revelers
  • Paula Payne
    Spice It Up Cooking
  • Jennifer Harrison
    Spice Too
  • Kris Densing
    Sustained Profits
  • Nancie Wagner
    Sustainer Bridge
  • Clair Krzov
    Sustainer Stitches
  • Juliette Coulter
    Terra Bella
  • Suzanne Miller
    Topics & Trends
  • Marilyn Cline
    Women of Words (WOW) Book Club
To get more information about each Special Interest Group please click HERE.