Letter from Club President,
1st Annual Veterans Breakfast,
Guest Speakers, 2021 Events,
2021 Scholarship, 2021 Americanism Essay
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Letter from Club President
To many the start of 2021 might seem bleak. President Trump and his administration left Biden with a good foundation, but Biden's goal appears to be the utter destruction of America First policies in favor of Socialism, which has been made to look "fashionable". We've seen the gas pump, groceries and taxes rising already, Democrats focus on free education, unchecked open borders, "Medicare for All" and strict gun control measures for law-abiding citizens. Democrats rely on people to need them. Without dependency, there'd be no Democrat party. The Republican party was formed on March 20, 1854, by citizens opposed to the expansion of slavery into U.S. territories. It was born to set people free. Freedom is worth fighting for and we'll respect and defend those who do. We'll continue to stand up, speak out & stay strong.
Our club is growing and we've done amazing things in our communities. We have more giving back planned for this year and that's all thanks to you and your outreach for donations and support. We'll be working hard in 2021 get more Republicans elected. As part of the National Federation of Republican Women's (NFRW) and the New York Federation of Republican Women (NYSFRW), we do it all--carry petitions, knock on doors, make phone calls, host fundraisers and support our candidates. I ask you to help us and donate any amount to help us support our communities. Our Republican clubs are growing throughout the state because we're fighting together and supporting each other.
Strong Women empower other Women! Remember to Like & Share on Social Media, spread the word and we will grow. Keep it up!
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1st Annual Veterans Breakfast |
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On Thursday, January 7th, the RWCCRCNY was honored to treat our local Veterans to breakfast. Just a small thanks for their service to America. It was extra special because Allan and Charlie, both WWII veterans, joined us as well! Schodack V&FBC (Veterans & Friends Breakfast Club) Patriot Flight, Veterans & friends meet every Thursday for breakfast at the Schodack Diner at Routes 9 & 20 from 8:30-10:00am. Please join us! Come for coffee and/or breakfast and stay as long as you like. They seat us in a separate room and no more than 10 in group seating; they are following all the rules for you to enjoy breakfast with us!! |
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RWCCRCNY Collection for Veterans
We'll be collecting for the Veterans Miracle Center (VMC) in Albany up until our next meeting on May 4. The VMC supports many Veterans throughout Albany, Columbia & Rensselaer and surrounding counties. They're specifically looking for razors, household cleaning products, houseware items such as sets of pots & pans, cutlery (Items should be new in box). See the attached flyer and share with your communities. You can also drop items off at the Bottle & Can Depot in Columbiaville.
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RWCCRCNY Care Packages for Women in Military |
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We're supporting our women in military by mailing letters and/or care packages to them. Please spread the word on this. These (3) women are serving our country and let's do what we can to show our appreciation. Please consider doing this on your own or with your family.
- Major Thelma Cummings, HKIA, CSTC-A, HQ CJ4, APO AE 09320
- Colonel Leslie Darling, CSTC-A-HRM, APO AE 09320
- Bailey Liptak, PSC 851 Box 54018 FPO AE 09334-0541
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Guest Speaker Alight Center Executive Director Jennifer Lawlor |
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We had an amazing evening on March 2nd with Jennifer Lawlor, Executive Director from Alight Center in Columbia County. Thank you everyone who donated for babies and mamas. If you have spare time, consider donating some of it to them. Check out their website to support them. We'll also be joining them for their Walk for Life on May 22, 2021. Follow their website for details.
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2021 RWCCRCNY Scholarship
We are excited to share will be awarding our first annual RWCCRNY Scholarship for 2021!
This award will given to a young lady from both a school chosen in Columbia and Rensselaer counties. She will be selected based on her attributes including but not limited to: service above self, a hard worker with a hustle drive, but not for GPA perfection, both inside and outside the classroom, always looking out for her fellow classmates with a desire to help others and patriotism. She will be selected by faculty, coaches or guidance counselor.
As a club that is built on the foundation of promoting and making more women leaders in our community, this is an excellent outreach opportunity and a chance to get our club some recognition as a natural byproduct. We are so proud to be spearheading this new endeavor that furthers our vision and mission and hope to expand our community involvement in the future.
More information to follow on this. If you'd like to support this club community initiative, please donate at paypal.me/RWCCRCNY.
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2021 RWCCRCNY Americanism Essay Contest |
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The RWCCRCNY is sponsoring an Americanism Essay Contest open to ninth-twelfth grade homeschool students in Columbia and Rensselaer Counties. Students are to submit an essay of 500 words or less on the following topic: “Relevance of the First Amendment”. Grand prize is $250 for first place, $100 for second place and $50 for third place.
The essay must be double-spaced and typed or printed legibly. Students should include a cover sheet with their full name, home address, grade, school district and parent contact information. The essay will be judged on originality, creativity, neatness, grammar, spelling and development of topic.
Winners will be announced the week of May 31 and determined by the RWCCRCNY Americanism Committee. The winners will be announced in local newspapers and offered the opportunity to have their essay featured at an award ceremony.
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Guest Speaker New York State Federation of Republican Women President Kim Bowers |
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Thank you Kim Bowers for being our first guest speaker at our 2nd Annual meeting! Our meeting was held on January 5 and we welcomed several new members. Make sure you're following the New York State Federation of Republican Women (NYSFRW) on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter!
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RWCCRCNY Annual 5K Program |
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We're training to do a 5K walk and/or run! No pressure. Some of us have never walked or ran in a 5K, some have. It's a 3 days a week, 9-week program beginning on Saturday, April 4. For each of those days, we'll do 3.1 miles on our own or with others. Select your own route and days/times that work best for you, walk or run, and comment on our weekly 5K social media posts to encourage each other. Follow us on Facebook or Instagram for our weekly plan. We'll post the plan each Friday. All we ask is that you make a donation, in any size. Donations will go towards First Responders in Columbia & Rensselaer Counties.
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New & Renewal Memberships
New & Existing Membership Renewals for 2021, please use this form when sending in your payments!
#StrongNYGOPWomen Supporting other women is what we do!
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Dues
Members (Women):
NYSFRW (New York State Federation of Republican Women) - $5.00/year
NFRW (New York Federation of Republican Women) - $20.00/year
RWCCRCNY (Republican Women's Club of Columbia and Rensselaer Counties) - $10.00/year
TOTAL - $35.00/year
Associate Members (Men and Women from counties without a Women's Club):
RWCCRCNY (Republican Women's Club of Columbia and Rensselaer Counties) - $25/year
Associate Members may attend meetings, but don't have a voice or a vote. They will receive the official publications of the RWCCRCNY.
TOTAL: $25.00/year
Checks can be made payable to RWCCRCNY and mailed to:
RWCCRCNY
36 Reynolds Road
Kinderhook, NY 12106
Or you can Pay Here:
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Club Meeting Information
Club officers will need to attend at least five meetings per year beginning with January 2021. We will alternate between Columbia and Rensselaer counties. Meetings will be the 1st Tuesday, every other month, from 6-8pm beginning in January, ending in November.
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RWCCRCNY Bi-Monthly Meeting
at Tequila Sunrise
1009 Kinderhook Street
Valatie, NY 12184
May 4, 2021, 6-8pm
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Republican Women's Club of Columbia and Rensselaer Counties, NY | Website
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