Award Winners
Anne D. Johnston Award
2023 Honoree: Thelma Lovette Morris
The Anne D. Johnston Award is named after one of our esteemed and beloved members. The League presents the Anne D. Johnston award to a member, Sustainer or group who has made an outstanding contribution to the League and the community. Anne was an exemplary volunteer who represented the best qualities of a Junior League member, and she will continue to inspire future generations.
Her many roles and interests included:
- League Treasurer
- Vintage Inc.
- Show House Chair
- Pittsburgh Public Theater
- Allegheny Adventures
- WQED Auction
- Admissions, Provisional
- Kingsley House
- Placement and Nominating
- Girl Scouts
- Junior League Shop
- Shadyside Presbyterian Church
- First Stage
- Junior Women’s Board
Annual Placement Award – Leaguer of the Year
2023 Honoree: Kate DiStefano
The Nominating Committee recognizes an active member of our League who has done a superior job during the current placement year. Anyone can be chosen whether a leader or a follower, committee chair or committee member. We look for an energetic, dedicated person who deserves to be acknowledged.
New Member League Member of the Year
2023 Honrees: Katherine Dillman and Tori Marra
The Membership Development Committee recognizes a provisional member or members of our League who have done a superior job during the current placement year. Anyone can be chosen whether a leader or a follower. We recognize energetic, dedicated individuals who deserve to be acknowledged.