Junior Auxiliary is a national non-profit organization that encourages members to render charitable services which are beneficial to the general public, with particular emphasis on children.
The Junior Auxiliary of Laurel, MS began in 1932 with 23 charter members. JA of Laurel continues to grow and thrive, serving the children of Jones county and the city of Laurel. Current members volunteer their time and talents to community projects by addressing educational, health, cultural and social needs. JA of Laurel hosts several fundraisers throughout the year to support our projects that are beneficial to the children in our community.
President- Nicki Hudson
1st Vice President- Katye Ainsworth
2nd Vice President- Caroline Burk
Recording Secretary- Amy Thames
Corresponding Secretary- Kerri Davis
Treasure/Finance- Nikki Watkins
Project Evaluation- Lauren Walters
Education- Caroline Adams
Shareholders- Emily Pickering
Public Relations- Dawn Trest
Assistant Treasurer- Molly Read
Assistant Recording Secretary- Amy Morgan
Life Liaison- Cherie Burdette
Front row L-R: Emily Pickering, Amy Morgan, Nicki Hudson, Amy Thames, Caroline Adams
Back row L-R: Cherie Burdette, Kerri Davis, Katye Ainsworth, Nikki Watkins, Lauren Walters, Caroline Burk, Dawn Trest
Not pictured: Molly Read
Sitting L-R: Jody Holloway, Mary Ousley, Lindsey Schmoekel, Claire Thames, Terra Pinkard
Standing L-R: Amanda Mathews, Jamie Williams, Megan Clark, Kelly Winstead