SAN ANTONIO JUNIOR FORUM ANNOUNCEMENT!
Over the years, the women of SAJF have provided a variety of
civic, educational and philanthropic services to the San Antonio community.
One of the ways that we support our community is grant giving.
We are proud to say that since 1961, our organization has awarded over
$1,803,300.00 in grants to approximately 275 nonprofits
in the San Antonio region. And this year is no exception!
We are pleased to announce that we will again distribute $75,000.00
to 15 worthy nonprofits in Bexar and contiguous counties for specific
projects that benefit economically, emotionally and/or
physically disadvantaged individuals.
The following nonprofits are the recipients of SAJF 2025-2026 grants:
Faith Kitchen
For Her
I Care San Antonio
Magik Children Theatre, Inc.
SA Life Academy, Inc.
San Antonio Festival of Books, Inc.
San Antonio Museum of Science & Technology
San Antonio River Foundation
Sleep in Heavenly Peace, Inc.
SLEW, Inc.
Dress for Success San Antonio
Texas Ramp Project
Prevent Blindness Texas
Triple H Equitherapy Center
Zapatos, Inc.
2025-2026 Grant-Giving cycle opened September 1, 2025
Grant applications & supporting documentation were due November 1, 2025
Applicants were notified of the status of their application February 28, 2026
Site visits & check presentations will be made in March & April 2026
Proof of acknowledgement of grant is due May 15, 2026
Receipts for purchases made with grant funds are due March 1, 2027
Don't be shy!
Consider applying for a 2026-2027 SAJF grant!
The 2026-2027 grant cycle will open September 1, 2026
Applications will be due November 1, 2026
You can review a template of the SAJF Grant Application & Guidelines
on the grants page of this website by clicking on
the link below titled
"Click here to go the the Grants page"
Questions? Please do not hesitate to contact the VP Grants at
grants@sajuniorforum.org
If you would like to be added to our notification list,
please email the VP Grants with the name of your nonprofit, contact email
and cell phone number of the Executive Director.
We look forward to hearing from you!
Click Here to go to the Grants page
SAJF is unlike any other Women's organization. We don't support just one cause,
but reach out in a variety of ways to make an impact in our community.
Want to be involved in funding nonprofits through grants, selecting
high school students to receive scholarships, or participating in varied
service projects throughout the community?
If the answer is yes, then this is the organization for you.
Join us at one of our monthly meetings or volunteer at our
next community service project!
Interested? Contact
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The SAJF year in a nutshell!
The 2025-2026 SAJF calendar year is well underway!
Committee chairs have been working behind the scenes to ensure that members
have ample opportunities to grow and learn while serving our community.
Although we will continue to meet formally each month,
it was decided to offer members a combination of scheduled in-person and
Zoom meetings. All in-person Board and General meetings will
have a social hour where members can chat with friends
before the business of the meetings is conducted.
We continue to invite speakers to our General meetings.
We offer all members educational opportunities to learn more about
the nonprofits in our community through attendance at Grant
Committee site visits and grant check presentations.
Always inspiring is our Scholarship Student Reception
where members are impressed by the energy and
focus of high-school seniors chosen for funding.
Service projects are often scheduled to follow a General meeting
to allow all members the opportunity to participate in community giving.
Community Service
Over 350 hours in service and
$2,200 in in-kind donations to 8 nonprofits in 2024-2025!
Grants to Nonprofits
$75,000 to 15 nonprofit organizations in 2025-2026
Scholarships
$25,000 to five high school seniors in 2025-2026
Forum Fun Ladies
Friendsgiving
Lunch & Shopping at Weihnachtsmarkt
Holiday Celebration
Scholarship Student Reception
Painted Churches tour
Fundraising
Consignment sales totaling over $2,000 in 2024-2025
How Giving to Others Makes You Healthier and Happier
With busy lives, it can be hard to find time to volunteer. However, the benefits of volunteering are enormous to you, your family, and your community. The right match can help you to reduce stress, find friends, reach out to the community, learn new skills, and even advance your career. Giving to others can also help protect your mental and physical health. Learn more about the many benefits of helping others and find tips on getting started.
Why volunteer?
Volunteering offers vital help to people in need, worthwhile causes, and the community, but the benefits can be even greater for you, the volunteer. Volunteering and helping others can help you reduce stress, combat depression, keep you mentally stimulated, and provide a sense of purpose.
Benefits of volunteering
4 ways to feel healthier and happier
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Volunteering connects you to others
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Volunteering is good for your mind and body
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Volunteering can advance your career
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Volunteering brings fun and fulfillment to your life
Name Your Scholarship!
Sponsor a scholarship student this year!!
Opportunities exist for donors to sponsor a SAJF scholarship.
Scholarships are often named after a loved one who in their lifetime was a promoter of higher education.
SAJF will select a student with the donor's specifications in mind.
Donors will be invited to attend a reception in honor of the award and to meet the candidate chosen.
Interested in learning more?
Contact the VP Scholarships at scholarships@sajuniorforum.org
Board Meetings!
June 10, 2025 - Board meeting @ Andrea's - 6:30 pm
July 8, 2025 - Board Meeting cancelled
August 12, 2025 - Board Meeting @ Andrea's - 6:30 pm
September 9, 2025 - Board Meeting @ Andrea's - 6:30 pm
October 14, 2025 - Board Meeting @ Andrea's - 6:30 pm
November 11, 2025 - Actives Friendsgiving @ Andrea's - 6:30 pm + Board meeting
December 9, 2025- Board Meeting @ Zoom - 6: 30 pm
December 14, 2025 - Actives Holiday Party - 3:00-7:00 pm
January 13, 2026 - Board Meeting @ RMHC - 7:30 pm
February 10, 2026 - Board Meeting @ Andrea's - 6:30 pm
March 9, 2026 - Board Meeting @ La Madeleine - 10:00 am
April 14, 2026 - Board Meeting @ La Madeleine - 11:30 am
May 12, 2026 - Board Meeting @ Andrea's - 6:30 pm
General Meetings!
June & July 2024 - General Meetings cancelled
August 19, 2025 - General Meeting @ UMC - N206-N207 - 6:30 pm
September 16, 2025 - General Meeting @ UMC - N206-207 - 6:30 pm
October 21, 2025 - General Meeting - Zoom - 7:00 pm
November 18, 2025 - General Meeting @ UMC - N206-207- 6:30 pm
December 17, 2024 - General Meeting - cancelled
January 20, 2026 - General Meeting - Zoom - 7:00 pm
February 17, 2026 - General Meeting @ UMC - N206-207 - 11:30 am
March 17, 2026 - General Meeting @ UMC - N206-N207 - 11:30 am
April 21, 2026- General Meeting/Scholarship Student Reception @ UMC - N206-207 - 6:00 pm
May 19, 2026 - General/Annual Meeting @ UMC - N206-N207 - 6:30 pm
Stay tuned for more opportunities to support those in need in our community with the ladies of SAJF!
