Two years ago, the Junior League of Birmingham announced plans to commemorate its 100th anniversary by providing One Place Metro Alabama Family Justice Center the lead gift to acquire and remodel a permanent space for operations.
The organization has since raised more than $500,000 – with a goal of $1.25 million – through its 2017 and 2018 Torchbearer campaign.
On March 11, the torches were passed to 20 new torchbearers who plan to raise $10,000 each for this year’s fundraising goal of $200,000.
“We are extremely excited to announce the 2019 Torchbearers who will be instrumental in our efforts to raise funds for the centennial gift,” said Elizabeth Burgess, Junior League of Birmingham President. “With the help of our tremendous benefactors and advocates, the Junior League of Birmingham has the opportunity to truly make a difference in the city of Birmingham.”
The 2019 Torchbearers include:
- Jenna Bedsole
- Lanier Brown
- Josh Carter
- Mia Cowan
- Cindy Coyle
- Bart Crawford
- Jordan DeMoss
- Suzanne Durham
- Amoi Geter
- Ryan Graham
- Robby Hayes
- Zach Mather
- Andrew Nix
- Tyler Novak
- Joey Pierson
- Valerie Ramsbacher
- Lauren Roberts
- Sarah Silverstein
- Erin Stephenson
- Leila Watson
Each gift donated to the campaign will benefit the JLB’s efforts to provide a permanent home for One Place Metro Alabama Family Justice Center, which fights against domestic violence and sexual assault.
The center provides coordinated services to victims of domestic violence and sexual assault through a team of agency professionals who work together under one roof. Currently service agencies include: The Jefferson County District Attorney’s Office, YWCA of Central Alabama, Crisis Center, Inc. – Rape Response Program, and the Birmingham Police Department.
One Place also offers forensic nursing for victims of sexual assault, civil and criminal legal counseling, emergency housing placement, job placement, public benefits assistance and safety planning.
To learn more about the Junior League of Birmingham, the campaign, or to make a gift to support one of the Torchbearers, please check out: communityoflights.swellgives.com.
