LAS Monthly Program

Our monthly program runs during the school year for girls in grades 2-12. Girls are divided into groups by grade, and will meet with their group once a month to complete a service project that they have planned under the guidance of their mentors. As girls grow through our program, they will learn to have more autonomy and control over their projects. This program teaches young girls leadership, empowerment, and how to make a sustainable difference in their community.

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People participating in an outdoor event at a park, with a table displaying snacks, drinks, and informational materials. Overcast sky, sports field in background.
A young girl with long dark hair, wearing a blue Columbia jacket and gardening gloves, is planting flowers in a garden bed next to a pipe and irrigation system. She is smiling and looking at the camera. In the background, another child is working in
A young person with short curly hair wearing a white Lemon Aide Society t-shirt writing on a leaflet at a table in a classroom or community center.
Young girls and adults walking on a sidewalk carrying snack bags they prepared to deliver to the elderly.
A group of elderly women and younger women gathered around a conference table, making cookies with cookie cutters. Some women are seated, while others stand and assist. The room has large windows letting in natural light.
Four young girls outside standing behind a black trash bin filled with boxes and paper items, with a building and parking lot in the background. Two of the girls are smiling at the camera, one is looking at the box, and one is partially visible.
Four girls standing in a kitchen, one of them is holding a laptop that reads 'Helping family gateway', while the other three are engaging with her and smiling. The girl on the right is wearing a white 'Lemon Aide Society' T-shirt, and the girl with g
A man giving a presentation to a group of young girls in a conference room. The girls are seated around a table, listening attentively. There is a large screen displaying two women, and the room has a logo on the wall that reads "HOPE PPLY CO." with
Two young girls sitting on the floor in a living room, focusing on a laptop. One girl has long brown hair and is wearing a tie-dye hoodie, while the other has shorter brown hair and is wearing a black sweatshirt with a colorful logo. They are surroun
A group of people, including children and elderly women, sitting in a circle in a living room during a discussion or meeting. Some participants are wearing masks, and there is a large television on the wall behind them.
Group of children and a woman engaged in a group hug or huddle in a room with beige walls and wooden floor.
A young girl and a woman are standing face-to-face in a modern indoor space with large glass windows and a staircase behind them. The girl is wearing a white t-shirt, patterned shorts, and sandals, holding a gift bag. The woman is dressed in a light-
A person wearing a white shirt and blue gloves is standing in front of crates of potatoes and apples, with a festive 'Happy Birthday' banner hanging on the wall behind them.
Five young girls standing inside a building, each holding a large clear plastic bag filled with shoes, smiling at the camera. Behind them is a wall with the words 'BUCKNER' and the phrase 'Hope shines here.' Additionally, a chalkboard lists coffee op
A group of children gathered around an older woman with short red hair, who is holding a small brown dog. The children are looking at the dog, some are reaching out to pet it. One child is wearing a face mask. The scene is indoors, with some artwork
A girl in a gray fleece jacket standing inside a room with two cats, one black and one tabby, around her. The black cat is on the floor looking up while the tabby cat is sitting nearby. The girl is smiling and holding a stick toy for the cats. There
Indoor gymnasium or activity room with many older adults seated in chairs, some watching a volleyball game, with large windows showing trees with autumn leaves outside, and a volleyball net set up in the room.
A young girl holding a sign at a food bank, with grocery bags and boxes of food on carts behind her.
Two young girls smiling outdoors, wearing orange safety vests, standing next to a wooden trailer with a large black trash bag, in a natural setting with trees and cloudy sky.
Three girls and a woman talking inside a clinic, with a sign reading "Hope" and a table of goody bags.
A group of six young girls wearing white hoodies with yellow logos, smiling and posing behind a table filled with various toiletries, personal care items, and packaged supplies inside a room with beige walls and framed photos on the wall.

What does the program do?

  • Empower girls to learn about themselves and provide them with opportunities to lead social justice initiatives from program development to project execution.

  • Foster our girls’ leadership identity through our unique adult and teen mentorship program.

  • Engage girls in team building and leadership activities to build confidence and help them learn how to work with their peers.

  • Give girls a place where they can have fun while building self-confidence and learning life skills!

What does the program look like?

  • When a girl joins our program, she will be placed with a small group (based on grade) that will meet monthly, often in the North Dallas area, to do a service project. Each month, one or two girls will have the opportunity to be “Project Leader(s)”, where they take on the responsibility of planning the group’s project and leading the monthly meeting. Groups are led by Teen and Adult Mentors, who guide the girls through projects and help them grow their confidence and leadership skills.

  • Our monthly program is structured to give the girls more autonomy and control over their service projects as they get older, enabling them to truly “own” their projects with confidence. The program culminates in high school, where girls get to choose their own path. Some may go on to create more service projects or focus on a community need that they’re passionate about, others may take on a leadership role or start their own program, and some may want to give back to the younger generations by becoming a Lemon Aide Society Mentor! Girls in 10th-12th grade have the opportunity to take on the role of Teen Mentor and assist one of our younger groups, before having the option to become an Adult Mentor themselves after high school.

Who can join?

  • Our program is for girls in grades 2-12 who have a desire to learn about themselves, their communities, and how they can make a difference in the world.

  • We also have opportunities for older girls and women to get involved! Girls in grades 10-12 can sign up to be Teen Mentors, who have the opportunity to mentor the young girls in their group while also being guided by an older Adult Mentor. Anyone college-age or above can sign up to be an Adult Mentor.

Check out a few of our past projects!

  • Group of young girls shopping with carts filled with diaper boxes at Target store.

    Collecting for Viola's House

    Our 5th grade group led a fundraiser to purchase baby supplies for moms in need. They learned how to work within a tight budget and make every dollar count!

  • Meals on Wheels with VNA

    Our 4th grade group partnered with VNA to make snack bags for seniors. After preparing and decorating, our girls went door-to-door to hand out the bags to those in need.

  • Two young women wearing safety glasses and masks working together on a woodworking project using a power sander in a workshop.

    Cutting Boards for DWD

    Our 7th and 8th graders learned how to make cutting boards to donate to Dwell with Dignity.

  • Young girl holding a sign that reads Lemon-Aide Society provided access to 802 pounds of food for Hungry North Texans, standing in front of shelves of food donations.

    Food Drive for NTFB

    One of our groups ran a food drive to collect items in their local community. They donated over 800 pounds of food to the North Texas Food Bank!

  • Shoes for Orphan Souls

    Our high schoolers fundraised to purchase shoes for Buckner Shoes for Orphan Souls.

Join the Lemon Aide Society!

  • Apply Here for the 2026-2027 school year.

    We are excited that you are interested in becoming a Lemon Aide!

    Girls in grades 2nd-12th (3rd-4th for Miami) can apply to be a Lemon Aide for the upcoming school year. Applications received by the end of May will be given priority. After that date, interviews will only be given if there is space available. Groups fill fast, so apply early!

  • Re-register Here for the 2026-2027 school year.

    Lemon Aides who are returning for another year will fill out the above registration form. We are excited to see you back!

  • Apply Here for the 26-27 school year.

    Becoming a Teen Mentor is a rewarding opportunity! Teen Mentors take a leadership role by working side by side with our Lemon Aides; empowering and guiding them through the process. Teen Mentors continue to become independent, confident and capable leaders guided by an Adult Mentor. To see the full role description, click here.

    Girls in the 10th-12th grade interested in being a Teen Mentor can apply.

  • Apply Here for the 26-27 school year.

    Adult Mentors are female leaders who have experience working with girls. They embody the Lemon Aide Society’s core beliefs and recognize that their influence can change the trajectory of a girl's life. Adult Mentors focus on relationship building — offering guidance and support as our Lemon Aides and Teen Mentors learn about themselves, their community and how they can make a difference in the world. To see the full role description, click here.

Questions?

If you have any questions about our monthly program or would like to learn more about what we do, please do not hesitate to reach out! You can contact us at admin@lemonaidesociety.org.