Join Us for the Grand Opening of the Junior League of Springfield’s New Headquarters and The Plaid Door Resale Boutique

The Junior League of Springfield (JLS) is elated to announce the grand opening of its new headquarters and The Plaid Door resale boutique, located at 1740 S. Glenstone Ave, Suites Q and R, Springfield, MO. This momentous occasion will be commemorated with a Chamber of Commerce ribbon cutting ceremony on Monday, December 9th at 4 pm. The ribbon cutting ceremony will take place at 4 pm, followed by a reception and open house until 5 pm. Light refreshments will be served, and guests will have the opportunity to meet JLS volunteers, tour the new headquarters, and shop at The Plaid Door. We look forward to welcoming you and sharing this exciting moment with our community.

A Day of Celebration and Community Engagement

Located in Glenstone Square, the site of JLS’s original office in 1977, this event not only celebrates a new chapter for JLS but also honors its rich history and legacy. Returning to this familiar location marks a significant milestone in our mission to advance women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training.

The new headquarters will house both the JLS administrative office and The Plaid Door Resale Boutique, a non-profit clothing boutique operated exclusively by JLS volunteers.

Since 1959, JLS has been dedicated to promoting volunteerism and enhancing our community through the effective action and leadership of trained volunteers. The new headquarters will enable JLS to continue this legacy, providing a space where volunteers can come together, collaborate, and drive positive change.

About The Plaid Door: A Boutique with a Mission

Operated exclusively by JLS volunteers, the Plaid Door offers a wide range of clothing and accessories at affordable prices. Every purchase made at the Plaid Door supports the mission of JLS.

A Legacy of Leadership and Volunteerism

The Junior League of Springfield, Missouri, Inc., is an organization of women whose mission is to advance women’s leadership for meaningful community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training. Our purpose is exclusively educational and charitable, and we strive to build a better community through the power of trained volunteers.

Since 1959, JLS has contributed over 1.3 million volunteer service hours and over $4.6 million to the community. On average, our members donate over 20,000 hours of volunteer service annually to the community. 

JLS has undertaken numerous projects and initiatives aimed at addressing the needs of our community.  JLS was instrumental in establishing Isabel’s House, Crisis Nursery of the Ozarks; Discovery Center of Springfield; Ozarks Public Television; Leadership Springfield; the Community Focus Report Card; Boys & Girls Club of Springfield, and many more.

The new headquarters will serve as a hub for these activities, offering a space where volunteers can gather, plan, and execute initiatives that make a real difference. It will also provide a venue for training and development, ensuring that JLS volunteers are equipped with the skills and knowledge they need to lead effectively.

The grand opening of the Junior League of Springfield’s new headquarters and The Plaid Door resale boutique marks a significant milestone in our organization’s journey. This new space will enable us to better serve our members and the community, continuing our legacy of leadership and volunteerism. We are excited to open our doors and share this new chapter with you.

Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to seeing you on December 9th.

Junior League of Springfield