Calhoun County native chosen for Junior League's 40 Over 40
Bain has been involved with the Junior League of Anniston-Calhoun County for eight years and has held multiple leadership roles, including VP of Public Relations, VP Community Impact, President Elect, and current President.
She received the JL President's Award for the 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 league years and logged over 100 volunteer points last year. As an administrative associate for Auburn University-Alabama Cooperative Extension, Bain continues to serve her community.
Bain said the selection left her wondering how a small town girl could be selected amongst women from not only the top leagues in large cities across the U.S., but also across the globe.
'A lady from the Birmingham JuniorLeague actually sent me an email, and she said, 'I was so excited to see that someone from Alabama was selected for this.' It's just kind of surreal, like, I don't know, … I don't know that I feel worthy,' Bain said. 'I mean, there's one on here from Africa. But, it's an incredible, incredible honor.'
The 40 Over 40 list recognizes 40 women from across the Junior League's 297 leagues who have made significant contributions. Bain was nominated by Rachel Kline from her chapter. This year, there were 169 submissions for the 40 spots. Bain is the only honoree from Alabama.
The Junior League, founded in 1901, is an organization committed to advancing leadership for community impact through volunteer action, collaboration, and training. Bain emphasized the organization's focus on volunteering and leadership development. The Anniston-Calhoun chapter has been focusing on human trafficking and homelessness initiatives.
Bain's community involvement extends beyond the Junior League. She has been a member of CAST Theatre for 20 years, participated in productions with Actors' Community Playhouse and Theatre of Gadsden, and coached cheerleading. She also volunteers with Classroom in the Forest, the Alzheimer's Association, Moms Demand Action, Free Mom Hugs, and serves at St. Michael's Episcopal Church.
Bain is also a member of Alabama Master Gardeners, Alabama Master Naturalists, Daughters of the King, YMCA of Calhoun County, and Alabama 4-H. She previously volunteered with the American Cancer Society, ARC of Calhoun County, and the US Parks Service at the Freedom Riders Monument.
Following a cancer diagnosis, Bain started "Michelle's Melanoma Army" to educate youth about the dangers of tanning. She also testified before state lawmakers on the issue.
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