A day to remember!
On June 3, the mission of Carmel Valley Women’s Club to support individuals and organizations in our valley came to life with the awarding of eight scholarships to women continuing their education and seven grants to local nonprofits serving women and children.
In the sunny garden of Los Laureles Lodge, several of the scholars in attendance spoke about their plans and expressed gratitude for CVWC support.
“It’s amazing to have a group of women here to support someone who’s excited to go to college and it’s really helping out my family, who have already done so much for me.”
“I’m the first woman and first person in my family to be able to go to college. I’m so grateful.”
“Because of this support, I can focus on my academics and gain valuable knowledge. Every dollar of your support is helping me move closer to my goals and aspirations. You’ve made a lasting impact on my life.”
Representatives from the nonprofits also gave a brief description of what their organization does and in particular, how they serve women and children in Carmel Valley. The organizations are: Friends of Cachagua Children’s Center, Meals on Wheels of the Monterey Peninsula, Ventana Wildlife Society, MEarth, CASA of Monterey County, Community Human Services and Alliance on Aging.
Funds are raised through CVWC activities, including the main fundraising event – the annual Hoedown. We like to say thank you to the many sponsors and donors and give special thanks to Pinkie Terry, whose gift of $6,500 helped raise our total giving amount to $40,000 this year.
We thanked the CVWC members who worked on the selection of award recipients:
The Scholarship Committee, headed by Linda Smutz included Sheri Dodsworth, Katie Read, Courtney Brady and Chris Chew. returning to post high school education.
The Community Grant Committee included chair Marylyn Kajs-Willie and Judy Zaches, Linda Davey, and Hollie McGee. Checks representing the grants were presented by our FoundationTreasurer Judy Tschirgi.
In addition, the membership voted in our new slate of Club Officers: Brenda Davis, President; Val Suhl, 1st Vice President of Events; Conne Sutherland, 2nd Vice President of Venues; Sherie Dodsworth, Treasurer, and June Dawson, Recording Secretary.