Women's Club of Great Falls GFFN in News

Scholarship Fund Student Celebration is Spotlighted

Fri, 18 Apr 2025 20:00:32 GMT

We're excited to share our Student Celebration event was featured in the March issue of Great Falls Living Magazine. The article highlights our incredible evening and captures the heart of our mission: to support deserving student in Northern Virginia pursue their educational goals. Click here to read the article.

Women's Club Of Great Falls Scholarship Fund Breaks Fundraising Records

Wed, 05 Jul 2023 21:41:55 GMT

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Scholarship Fund celebrates 40th Anniversary

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 17:17:02 GMT

The Women’s Club of Great Falls celebrated the 40th anniversary of its Scholarship Fund at an Oct. 23 tea at River Bend Club in Great Falls.

The organization was founded in 1980 as the Great Falls Woman’s Club and began its Scholarship Fund in 1982. The club in 2011 merged with Newcomers of Great Falls and became Great Falls Friends & Neighbors and later was renamed the Women’s Club of Great Falls.

The club bestowed 2022 scholarships to the following students (majoring in these subjects): Iqra Mian (nursing), Sara Michels (government and policy), Safa Idelbi (international politics), Jabed Hossen (computer science), Amanda Torres Ogisi (education), Nadia Rizvi (autism-spectrum disorder), Sujin Jeung (occupational therapy), Faith Ennin (social sciences), Monica del Rosario Castillo Rodas (international organization), Helen Agbapuruonwu (early-childhood education) and Christopher Ayala (financial planning and wealth).

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40 Years of Transforming Lives

Fri, 18 Nov 2022 17:06:24 GMT

On Sunday, Oct. 23, the Women's Club of Great Falls Scholarship Fund board of directors gathered with partners, supporters, and friends at the River Bend Club in Great Falls for the 40th Anniversary Celebration and Annual Fall Tea 2022. Among the special guests present were students who had received scholarships from the fund and endowments, Khaseem Davis, director of the Early Identification Program at George Mason University, Kaitlin Cicchetti, Ph.D., director of Advancement University Life at George Mason University, along with the past presidents and board officers.

Directors serving on the fund and others help raise monies to support annual scholarships for deserving higher education students with need in Northern Virginia to help them graduate on time and debt-free. This academic year, the scholarship has made a difference for Iqra Mian, reducing the financial burden associated with obtaining a master's degree. Mian is a first-year student in the nurse practitioner program. "It mentally and physically allowed me to focus more of my time in my classes," she said.

Jabed Hossen is another scholarship recipient. "I appreciate this opportunity given to me by the Women's Club of Great Falls." Hossen said the award allowed him to concentrate more on his studies than on earning money. "It has tremendously helped me pay off my student loans," he said.

Sally Andrew-Pyne emphasized the recent growth achievements of the fund, including scholarships, endowments, the Early Identification Program, and fundraising efforts. The Women's Club of Great Falls Scholarship Fund's explosive growth could be attributed to its new mission, vision and strategic plan, she said.

Read the full story HERE.

Cuba-themed fundraiser garners cash for scholarships

Thu, 01 Sep 2022 20:47:51 GMT

The Women’s Club of Great Falls Scholarship Fund garnered $53,000 through its inaugural “Havana Night” fund-raiser, which drew together 150 people to support scholarships for local college students.

The event, held April 23 at River Bend Country Club, brought in the largest amount of funding in the 40-year history of the scholarship fund.

The fund-raiser’s success, along with the Fund’s recent establishment of its third endowment at George Mason University, marks a significant benchmark of growth and maturity as a non-profit organization. All proceeds will be allocated toward scholarships for the 2022-23 academic year to students attending George Mason University and the ADVANCE program at Northern Virginia Community College.

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Learn more about the Scholarship Fund HERE

Philanthropy Group of Women’s Club Holds Benefit Tour

Sun, 24 Apr 2022 14:33:21 GMT

Sneak peek of Riverbend Park’s bluebells, and bald eagles benefit FORB, Inc.

On April 6, 25 ticket holders, including children, were treated to early views of Riverbend Park’s bluebells and bald eagles. The Great Falls Women’s Club (GFWC) Philanthropy Group organized the tours led by naturalists. According to June Kelly, vice president of philanthropy for

GFWC, funds from ticket sales and donations through their website will benefit the nonprofit organization Friends of Riverbend, Inc. (FORB). Riverbend is tucked away in a remote location at 8700 Potomac Hill St., Great Falls. FORB supports the Park Authority’s many programs at the park through activities and volunteerism. Funds from the GFWC philanthropy group

will help support FORB’s efforts in impacting children’s scholarships programs, scout projects, and other needs.

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http://www.greatfallsconnection.com/documents/2022/apr/20/great-falls-connection-april-20-2022/

SafeSpot Children’s Advocacy Center Receives $53K Donation

Sun, 24 Apr 2022 14:27:57 GMT

All-time high fundraising by Great Falls Women’s Club Philanthropy Group.

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month. On Sunday, April 10, the Great Falls Women’s Club Philanthropy Group presented a check for $53,000 to SafeSpot Children’s Advocacy Center of Fairfax. The donation marked an all-time high fundraising amount by the Philanthropy Group for a single organization. “This donation will have a positive, profound effect on Fairfax children who have experienced the tragedy of sexual or severe physical abuse,” said Heather Lyn O’Malley, managing director of SafeSpot Children’s Advocacy Center of Fairfax. “Child abuse is a significant public health issue. And without donors like the Women’s Club of Great Falls Philanthropy Group, we would not be able to put children on a path to justice and healing,” she said.

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http://www.greatfallsconnection.com/documents/2022/apr/13/great-falls-connection-april-13-2022/

‘Great Gatsby’-themed gala aids social-safety-net agency

Sun, 24 Apr 2022 14:25:07 GMT

The Women’s Club of Great Falls’ Philanthropy Group on April 10 presented SafeSpot CEO Heather O’Malley with a $53,000 check, based on funds raised from the March 12 Great Gatsby Gala at Trump National Golf Course in Potomac Falls.

Funds from the inaugural gala were the largest amount ever raised by the philanthropy group, whose members were pleased to present the check to SafeSpot in April, which is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, club leaders said.

The 170 members and guests of the club brought “Great Gatsby” spirit in their Roaring ’20s attire to the gala. The upscale evening included champagne cocktails, gourmet dining, piano and professional-dancer entertainment, silent and live auctions with unique high-end offerings, and “late-night bites” for those who wanted to kick up their heels until midnight.

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https://sungazette.news/great-gatsby-themed-gala-aids-social-safety-net-agency/

Women’s Club Establishes Scholarship at George Mason

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 14:07:27 GMT

The Women’s Club of Great Falls Scholarship Fund has formally announced the establishment of the Holly Ann Kuga Endowment at George Mason University.

Kuga was a long-standing member of the Women’s Club and a beloved friend and supporter of the Scholarship Fund who died in December 2020 as a result of a tragic car crash. The funds raised for Kuga’s endowment, which total just over $34,000, were a culmination of donations from friends and family in conjunction with the Scholarship Fund’s 2021 Spring Tea fund-raiser, held in her memory.

At a kickoff event at the university’s Fairfax campus were Katie Kuga, the daughter of Holly Ann Kuga; Mariama Swarray-Deen, the first Holly Ann Kuga scholarship recipient; Mary Bramley, director of donor relations and stewardship at Mason; and Scholarship Fund board members Sally Anne Andrew Pyne, Jayana Garvey and Christie Lavin.

“The Women’s Club of Great Falls Scholarship Fund recognizes extraordinary students and provides them with financial assistance to pursue degrees in higher education. Like many of these students, my mom had to support herself growing up especially as it related to education,” said Katie Kuga.

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https://sungazette.news/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Weekend-March-25-26-27-2022.pdf

Holly Ann Kuga Endowment Established

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 13:58:19 GMT

The Women’s Club of Great Falls Scholarship Fund announced the establishment of the Holly Ann Kuga Endowment on March 19, 2022, at George Mason University (GMU).

Holly’s daughter, Katherine “Katie” Kuga Wenner, said, “The Women’s Club of Great Falls Scholarship Fund recognizes extraordinary students and provides them with financial assistance to pursue degrees in higher education. Like many of these students, my mom had to support herself growing up, especially as it related to education.”

In December 2020, Kuga died in a vehicle crash. As a longtime member of the Wom-en’s Club, Kuga was very close to many. She was also very supportive of the Fund that awards scholarships to deserving Northern Virginia students aged 25 and older who are in good academic standing and demonstrate financial necessity.

At the March 19 event, Wenner joined GMU student Mariama Swarray-Deen, the first schol-arship awardee under the Holly Ann Kuga Endowment, and Mary Bramley, GMU’s Director of Donor Relations and Steward-ship. Scholarship Fund board members Jayana Garvey and Sally-Anne Andrew Pyne, and Chris-tie Lavin, co-presidents, also attended.

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http://connectionarchives.com/PDF/2022/033022/Great%20Falls.pdf

Friends of Riverbend Park Receives Donation

Mon, 31 May 2021 16:37:47 GMT

Great Falls Friends and Neighbors Philanthropy Group presented a donation check on Friday, May 21, 2021, for $3000 to the Friends of Riverbend Park (FORP). It is a non-profit organization. June Kelly, Vice President of Philanthropy on the Great Falls Friends and Neighbors Board of Directors said that the group was please to provide the funds to Friends of Riverbend Park. “As a women’s club of Great Falls, we focus on supporting charities for women and children. Our emphasis is on helping those in need within our community and Fairfax County,” said Kelly.

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http://www.greatfallsconnection.com/documents/2021/may/25/great-falls-connection-may-26-2021/

Bluebells and Bald Eagle Nestlings: Great Falls Friends and Neighbors Philanthropy Group holds the tour

Tue, 20 Apr 2021 16:27:11 GMT

Tucked away in a remote setting of the floodplains along the Potomac River, Virginia bluebells made their ephemeral appearance just in time for the Bluebells & Bald Eagle Tour organized by Great Falls Friends and Neighbors Philanthropy Group. Held at Riverbend Park in Great Falls, the April 7 event benefited Friends of Riverbend Park (FORB). “We’re sold out already,” said “ June Kelly, Vice-President of GFFN Philanthropy, a half-hour before the tour started. Kelly said proceeds generated from ticket sales along with donations totaled $4,000 as of that morning. Kelly called out the generous $500 sponsor of the event, Roy Melloni, Vice President of TTR Sotheby’s International Realty based in McLean. “In a COVID year, GFFN Philanthropy has far exceeded our expectations....

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http://greatfallsconnection.www.clients.ellingtoncms.com/news/2021/apr/15/bluebells-and-bald-eagle-nestlings-take-center-sta/

Great Falls Friends and Neighbors Supports Artemis House

Mon, 08 Feb 2021 16:13:20 GMT

Members of Great Falls Friends and Neighbors (GFFN) Philanthropy Committee presented a donation check for $5,500 on Jan. 26 to Joe Meyer, Executive Director & CEO of Shelter House, and Nurjan Ahmedova, Director of Development, to support the organization's 24-hour emergency shelter, Artemis House for domestic and sexual violence victims, stalking, and human trafficking.

June Kelly, Vice-President of GFFN Philanthropy, said the 14 women in the group raised funds for the donation through two programs they held in 2020, the Harvest Tea and sales of the Official 2020 White House Christmas Ornament. With income predicted to be reduced due to the coronavirus's impact, members expanded advertising and sale of the ornaments to GFFN's website and Facebook page, NextDoor, and businesses outside Great Falls.

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http://greatfallsconnection.www.clients.ellingtoncms.com/news/2021/feb/02/great-falls-friends-and-neighbors-supports-artemis/

Great Falls Friends and Neighbors Support Local Charities

Sun, 11 Oct 2020 16:16:18 GMT

Erin Lobato, President of the Great Falls Friends and Neighbors (GFFN) Woman’s Club hosted its 2020 Annual Kick-Off Luncheon and Fundraiser on Sept. 18. This year had a different twist due to the pandemic: club members chose between participating virtually from home with a box lunch or dining alfresco at River Bend Golf Club. Great Falls Friends and Neighbors is a women’s club that develops friendships and a sense of community among members through social, cultural, civic, and philanthropic activities.

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http://connection.media.clients.ellingtoncms.com/news/documents/2020/10/08/Great_Falls.pdf page 6

Women Helping NOVA Women Succeed Great Falls Friends and Neighbors Scholarship Fund presents annual scholarships.

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 21:25:36 GMT

Northern Virginia Community College student, Ellah Momand of Alexandria came to the United States two and a half years ago from Afghanistan. While currently pursuing a degree in biochemistry with plans to become a heart specialist or cardiac surgeon, she is also taking care of her family. During a celebratory luncheon held Friday, Sept. 13 at River Bend Golf and Country Club, Great Falls, Momand and eleven other women had the opportunity to meet and thank members of Great Falls Friends & Neighbors Scholarship Fund for 2019 scholarships awarded to them totaling $17,500.

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http://connectionarchives.com/PDF/2019/091819/Great%20Falls.pdf page 10

Great Falls Group Salutes 2019 Scholarship Winners

Thu, 19 Sep 2019 21:02:34 GMT

Leaders of the Great Falls Friends & Neighbors Scholarship Fund on Sept. 13 honored its most recent scholarship winners during a luncheon at River Bend Golf & Country Club.

The fund will award $1,500 scholarships to a total of 12 women attending either George Mason University or Northern Virginia Community College (NVCC). Each recipient has shown a nancial need and maintained at least a 3.0 grade-point average in their college courses. Click on the link below to read more.

https://img1.wsimg.com/blobby/go/d85df45a-d226-4bc2-800c-75a1d56073e2/downloads/Fairfax%209-19-19.pdf?ver=1569325028544 page 10

Hometown Celebrated in Great Falls

Thu, 05 Sep 2019 17:03:23 GMT

Great Falls celebrated the Fourth of July with a day full of events for the whole family. The day began with a 5K Fun Run put on by the Great Falls Trailblazers. The Great Falls Friends & Neighbors club sponsored the next event, the Little Patriots Parade, and awarded prizes for the children sporting the best patriotic outfits and decorated wagons. The Main Parade around the Great Falls Village Centre featured floats, antique cars, and community organizations that was followed by festivities, food and fun on the Village Centre Green. The day ended with a fireworks display at Turner Farm Park. Great Falls Connection July 10-16, 2019

GFFN sponsors the First Annual Charity Tennis Social Fundraiser

Thu, 30 May 2019 14:14:26 GMT

GFFN sponsored the First Annual Charity Tennis Social Fundraiser on May 20, 2019 at Riverbend Golf and Country Club, as our Community Liaison contribution. Our sold-out charity event was held in conjunction with the Annual Celebrate Great Falls Foundations' Golf fundraiser to support our community's elementary schools (Forestville, Great Falls and Colvin Run). The Connection online article can be read by clicking here.

Spring Tea Raises Scholarship Money in Great Falls

Tue, 14 May 2019 20:54:50 GMT

Local women’s charity raises funds for women in search of higher education. The Connection online article can be read by clicking here.

Great Falls Friends & Neighbors Club Gives Back

Wed, 17 Oct 2018 14:30:18 GMT

The Great Falls Friends and Neighbors Club awarded scholarships to deserving local at the annual luncheon. The Connection online article can be read by clicking here.

Great Falls Friends and Neighbors Award Six Scholarships

Tue, 10 Oct 2017 17:56:21 GMT

The Great Falls Friends and Neighbors Club awarded six scholarships to local women attending George Mason University and Northern Virginia Community College during its 2017-18. The Connection online article can be read by clicking here and turning to page 3.

Nine Students Honored in GFFN's 2017 Poetry Contest

Sun, 09 Apr 2017 02:42:21 GMT

On April 4th GFFN hosted an award reception for the Great Falls Elementary School student winners in the club's poetry contest. For the story, click here: InsideNova

GFFN's Successful Fundraising for Artemis House is Written Up in The Connection

Thu, 23 Feb 2017 23:04:28 GMT

Great Falls Friends and Neighbors' annual White House Ornament sale in 2016 raised $6,600 for Artemis House! The check was presented to the charity at GFFN's February club meeting. The Connection's online article can be read here: http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/news/2017/feb/20/great-falls-friends-and-neighbors-presents-donatio/

GFFN's September 2016 Kick-Off Luncheon and GFFNSF Article in the News

Sat, 17 Sep 2016 15:27:23 GMT

The Connection had a great article about our September 2016 Kick-Off Luncheon and the Great Falls Friends and Neighbors Scholarship Board activities: http://connectionarchives.com/PDF/2016/091416/Great%20Falls.pdf

GFFN's 1st Fashion Show at Bloomingdale's

Fri, 29 Apr 2016 20:45:35 GMT

A great story about GFFN's 1st Annual Fashion Show!

http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/news/2016/apr/27/great-falls-spring-fashion-show-scholarships/

Both The Scholarship Board and The Poetry Luncheon are in the News!

Thu, 28 Apr 2016 17:19:36 GMT

Two great articles on The Poetry Luncheon and the Scholarship Board.

Take a peek!

http://connectionarchives.com/PDF/2016/042016/Great%20Falls.pdf

Fashion Show to Support Scholarships for Women

Mon, 14 Mar 2016 16:03:11 GMT

Here is a great article about our upcoming fashion show!

http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/news/2016/mar/08/fashion-show-support-scholarships-women/

Bridge to Altruism

Tue, 01 Dec 2015 18:03:20 GMT

GFFN is in the news again! Read about it here!

http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/news/2015/nov/19/bridge-altruism/

The Bridge Jamboree Raises $5000!

Thu, 19 Nov 2015 15:53:55 GMT

A big thank you to everyone that helped make the Bridge Jamboree a huge success!

Congratulations! We earned over $5000 for the Great Falls Friends & Neighbors Scholarship Fund!

In addition, the GFFN Philanthropy Committee sold more than 40 White House ornaments that day. The profit from the sale of these ornaments will go to Artemis House, the Northern Virginia Shelter for Abused Women & their children. If you would like to purchase more of these charming lighted Christmas Trees, contact Maria Volpe (703406-8494 or maria.r.volpe@gmail.com).

Your Jamboree checks will be being deposited soon – when Scholarship Fund Treasurer, Jan Lane, returns to town. And those of you who made donations will also be receiving a formal thank you & tax receipt.

GFFN in the News Again!

Sat, 24 Oct 2015 19:26:55 GMT

Another article about our fall luncheon speaker, Nora Pouillon. You can find the article on page 13.

http://issuu.com/insidenova/docs/gmov_10.22

GFFN Scholarship Board News

Wed, 07 Oct 2015 22:03:21 GMT

The Great Falls Friends and Neighbors Scholarship Board is pleased to announce the scholarship awardees for the 2015-2016 academic year. Each recipient will receive $1000. The following are the George Mason awardees:

Lea Lines Nurse

Martina Atabong Nurse Practitioner

Hela Baer Conflict Analysis

Kelly Hogan Bette Carter Dance

We are working with NOVA to identify two additional $1000 scholarship recipients for the winter quarter. These names will be announced in October, scholarships awarded in January, and the women introduced at our Spring fundraiser.

We received a heartwarming thank you from Lea Lines. What a difference she is going to make to our community! Here is just a part of her thank you: "Upon graduation from the very competitive nursing program at George Mason University, I am confident that I will be a significant contributing team member in the healthcare community. Ultimately, I see myself as an asset to the Labor and Delivery Unit, the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, or the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit in one of the many reputable hospitals in the Northern Virginia area. It is my goal to serve my family, my school, and my community and to give back through professional nursing care. Once again, I would like to offer my gratitude for your generosity and thank you for making a difference by assisting me as I pursue my education.

Many thanks, Lea A. Lines"

Great Falls Friends & Neighbors Awards Scholarships

Sun, 04 Oct 2015 18:53:57 GMT

GFFN's Scholarship Board is in the news! GFFN's annual scholarship recipients were honored at our fall kick-off luncheon on September 18th. Please click on the link below to read more about it.

http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/news/2015/sep/22/great-falls-friends-neighbors-awards-scholarships/

Nora Pouillon Signs Books for GFFN at Fall Luncheon

Wed, 23 Sep 2015 16:01:44 GMT

Restaurant owner Nora Pouillon was the guest speaker at our fall kick-off luncheon. She also signed copies of her new book, My Organic Life. Please see a photo at the link below.

http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/photos/2015/sep/21/80258/

White House Ornaments are on Sale Now!

Tue, 22 Sep 2015 15:26:11 GMT

Make sure you purchase a White House Christmas ornament or two - they are on sale now! The ornaments will be for sale at the October and November monthly meetings, the Bridge Jamboree on November 14, and always available from Maria Volpe at maria.r.volpe@gmail.com for $22.00, our member price. The ornaments are also available at two retail locations, Great Dogs of Great Falls in the Village Center and The Studio Hair Salon, Great Falls for $25.00 each. This year's ornament honors President Calvin Coolidge. He lit the first National Tree which was from his native state of Vermont. The tree was replanted in the center of the Ellipse downtown. As it is explained in the literature that comes inside the ornament box, each "ornament" on the tree represented something of significance to President Coolidge. Additionally, the ornament lights up with touch of a button. The literature also discloses that while the bulb and battery in the ornament will last for a long time, when the bulb finally burns out, it cannot be replaced without destroying the body of the ornament. The ornament is beautiful on it's own. The proceeds from the ornament sales go to Artemis House, Fairfax County's only 24 hour domestic violence shelter.

GFFN Presents Check to Friends of Riverbend Park

Wed, 02 Sep 2015 14:11:45 GMT

GFFN's own Raylynn Oliver presented Friends of Riverbend Park President Timothy Hackman with a GFFN check for $730 to provide field trip scholarships to 120 Fairfax County students. Please view their photo on the slide bar above.

Did You Know?

Tue, 07 Jul 2015 15:31:33 GMT

DID YOU KNOW....

GFFN IS A PHILANTHROPIC POWERHOUSE !

In 2014-2015 GFFN

Bestowed $10,000 in scholarships to women in need at George Mason University and the Northern Virginia Community College in 2014-2015 school year and are committed to funding six $1000 scholarships in 2015-2016. Enhancing Women's Lives Through Education!
Earned $4054 through White House Christmas Ornament Sales for Artemis House--Fairfax County's only 24 hour domestic violence shelter
Raised $1070 through a cooking demonstration with Chef Jacques at Chez Francois for Kids R First to support their efforts to supply school supplies and mini-scholarships for 25,000 students in Northern Virginia
Hosted our 34th annual Poetry Contest for Great Falls Elementary School and Awarded $300 in U.S. Savings bonds to student poets during Poetry Month in April. Treated the students and their teachers to an awards luncheon at Riverbend Country Club.
Donated $730 for Friends of River Bend Park to sponsor school field trips for students in need to the Park's Nature Center from our 50/50 raffles at the Fall Kick-Off and End-of-the-Year Luncheons
Knitted scarves and hats for Artemis House, and twelve beautiful red scarves for Valentine care packages for parentless college students through Foster Care 2 Success, and baby quilts for local charities.
Wrapped gifts Mother's Day weekend for a popular Reston gift shop and earned donations for Kids R First.
Sorted School Supplies for Kids R First for students in need in 90 Fairfax County schools.
GFFN's finest golfers participated in a golf tournament Fundraiser for Kids R First as well as other tournament fundraisers.
Donated to Lift Me UP and Thoroughbred Retirement Foundation in honor of cherished long time member and founder, Patricia McVeigh, an avid equestrian, who passed away April 28, 2014.
Collected more than 100 adorable teddy bears to Toys For Tots campaign at Christmas through the Great Falls Firehouse.

The Poetry Luncheon!

Fri, 05 Jun 2015 20:55:48 GMT

The GFFN 33rd ANNUAL POETRY LUNCHEON

The 33rd Annual Poetry Contest was an outstanding success. Chris Grindler transformed the foyer of River Bend Country Club into a spring time wonderland that set the tone for a special time for all 66 guests. The young poets' families and teachers thanked us for sponsoring the opportunity to showcase the student's personal expressions. The local Connection newspaper wrote a wonderful article about the event "Budding Bards At Great Falls Elementary. Ladies' club awards Poetry winners, throws luncheon".

See http://www.connectionnewspapers.com/news/2015/may/05/budding-bards-great-falls-elementary/

Please Join us next year.

This event could not have been possible without the help of our members. A big thank you to Claire Abbott, this year's Chairperson. Many thanks to judges Lucy Juncal, Pat Kuehnel, Mary Ann Nocerino, Raylynn Oliver, and Mary Stout. Thank you to Jackie Culhane, our welcome hostess. Thank you to Treasurer Carol Kamisky who handled finances and check in. Thank you to Raylynn Oliver for making beautiful decorative name tags. A huge thank you to Chris Grindler for transforming the foyer into a beautiful setting complete with antique poetry books and a fascinating arrangement of jars and flowers. Lastly, thank you to the club for supporting this long standing community outreach.