Service Projects
Making a Difference Together
Over the past year, the Junior Auxiliary of Laurel has provided over 2,000 service hours and dedicated more than $62,000 to our service and welfare projects, which have impacted over 3,000 individuals.
Secret Meals
No child should go hungry, especially over the weekend.
Through our Secret Meals project, Junior Auxiliary of Laurel provides weekly shelf-stable snacks to over 350 food-insecure children, giving them nourishment and comfort when school meals aren’t available. With the help of school counselors, we ensure no child is overlooked. Currently, we provide over 12,000 meals at a cost of roughly $42,000—but the impact is priceless!
If you or your business is interested in donating food/money towards Secret Meals, or sponsoring a school, please let us know! You can contact us at jalaurelsecretmeals@gmail.com, or you can contribute our most needed items as listed on our Amazon Wishlist.
Addtional Projects
Junior Auxiliary of Laurel Service Projects
Dedicated volunteers strengthening our community through service, compassion, and lasting impact.
Crown Club
Crown Club is the high school club associated with Junior Auxiliary. Its purpose is to foster in its members a desire to improve their communities as well as help them develop character and leadership skills. Crown Club members work with LJA members to volunteer with various projects, including our Secret Meals project. Currently 25 girls who reside in Laurel and Jones County are in the Crown Club.
Girl Talk
Girl Talk empowers 7th-9th grade female students to be their best selves, now and in the future. This is done through a series of workshops aimed at equipping the students with the confidence and skills to be successful leaders and make wise choices. Topics such as bullying, body image, goal setting, plus respecting yourself and others vary by grade level and are presented by local professionals and community members through interactive presentations and encouraging messages.
Done In A Day
Our Done in a Day projects allow us to support fellow organizations that share our mission of serving the children of Laurel and Jones County. Whether we’re responding to requests or stepping in when we see a need, LJA volunteers show up where it matters. From beautification efforts and community holiday events to mock interviews that prepare students for the future, these projects make a lasting impact, one day at a time.
Family Matters
Family Matters is more than a name, it’s our promise to support children wherever they are: in schools, foster care, or in crisis. Through partnerships with school counselors, we provide clothing and hygiene items to help students feel confident and cared for. We delivered approximately 94 uniforms, 21 jackets, and 300 hygiene products in the last year alone! / We also support children in the judicial system through Treasured MINDS, supplying comfort kits with puzzles, books, and toys to ease anxiety during interviews. And with Bloom Bags, we offer 48-hour care kits for infants entering foster care, packed with essentials like diapers, bottles, and onesies. At its core, Family Matters ensures every child feels safe, supported, and seen.
Literacy Project
Scholarships
Annual Scholarship Program
Junior Auxiliary of Laurel awards numerous scholarships to high school seniors from the Laurel and Jones County schools.
A Night to Remember, A Cause to Support
Gala Fundraiser 2025
Join us for an evening of dinner, dancing, and giving — all to benefit the children of Jones County.
Each year, the junior auxiliary of Laurel organizes a gala fundraiser to support our ongoing projects. The event features a delightful evening of dinner, dancing, and the exciting chance to win $10,000 through our drawdown. Beyond the entertainment, we also have a wine pull, where participants can win bottles of wine or spirits at various values. This night of fun and fellowship serves as an opportunity for our community to come together and contribute to the well-being of the children of Jones County.