Thank You for the Gift of Service
As I complete my last month on the GWR Board of Directors, I want to express my gratitude for the opportunity to serve with you in this region for the last 8 years. Your current Board has governed through historic times that hopefully we never have to experience again! So, thank you Laurie, Margie, Liz, Deb, Becky, Vanessa, Paula, and parliamentarian Karen for your dedication to our organization and its members. Do not lose sight of the fact that through all of the adversity thrown at us, we have accomplished so much towards our mission! With less clubs this year, we maintained 100% participation in the Live Your Dream Awards participation. That's 21 consecutive years of investing in the dreams of our community! This year, we changed the lives of 94 women by distributing a total of $149,700 in awards. At the region level - we awarded and additional $34,000. I am so proud of your efforts and hope that your dedication will continue.
We also learned a lot about change this year. After cancelling most of our fund raisers and events, our creative members came up with new ways to continue to support the mission. We learned how to meet, fund raise, vote, and stay connected electronically. As we work to establish the new normal (whatever that means!), I encourage you to keep your mind open to all opportunities. Thank you again for continuing to be a member of this incredible organization - we couldn't do all this without you!
Stay safe and healthy and I'll hug each one of you on the "other side"!
Governor Lori |