The Young Ladies’ Institute was founded in San Francisco on September 5, 1887 by three friends inspired to help an ill friend. Institutes are located in California, Oregon, Washington and Hawaii.

YLI was founded on the Christian principles of charity and love. The emblem of our Order, “The cross within the laurel wreath” signifies our belief that only in this symbol of man’s redemption can we expect the crowning victory of immortality.

Our Meeting Procedures reflect the spirituality that was the concern of our organizers, “The golden links to the Christian virtues faith, hope and charity.” The principles of unity, sisterly love and protection are the diamonds that give brilliance to our Order for they embody our love and concern for each other.

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For more information or questions, contact Kathy Marley at (707) 422-3588 orThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.or Margaret Sanders at (707) 428-1970 or email.