Junior Service League of Lee County
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The Junior League of Auburn-Opelika is a charitable and educational organization whose mission is to promote voluntarism develop the leadership potential of women and effect positive social change in the community by providing training education and collaborative volunteer action.
- Income
- $20,899
- Spending
- $37,789
- Reserves
- 14.5 months of spending
- Largest source of income
- donations and private grants, 75%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending May 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending May 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending May 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (3)
- $15,616 spent. Member Recruitment and Engagement Events - During the 2024-2025 League year the Junior League of Auburn-Opelika focused on recruiting and engaging new members through events and activities that fostered connection education and leadership development. These gatherings provided opportunities for women in the community to build relationships strengthen volunteer skills and advance the Leagues mission of developing the potential of women and improving the community through trained volunteer service.
- $4,500 spent. Community Grants and Sponsorships - The League provided financial support to local organizations and leadership initiatives that reflect its mission and values. A grant funded the current presidents attendance at the Association of Junior Leagues International AJLI Annual Conference for leadership training and networking. Additional grants supported Elizabeths Place in repairing its security gate to enhance safety for victims of domestic violence and provided Baby Steps at Auburn University with essential supplies for pregnant and parenting students.
- $2,318 spent. Community Supply Drives and Service Projects - Throughout the League year members organized multiple service projects to meet immediate needs in the Auburn-Opelika community. These included drives for diapers for Baby Steps toiletries for Elizabeths Place and study snacks for local students during finals. Additionally the new member class created a sensory room at the Exceptional Foundation to provide a calming inclusive space for individuals with special needs.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending May 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending May 2026.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since May 1997.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 21, 2026.
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