OBJECTIVES:
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To promote an informed electorate through political education and activity.
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To increase the effectiveness of women in the cause of good government through active year-round political participation.
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To foster loyalty to the Republican Party and its principles.
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To support the objectives and policies of the republican State Central Committee and to work for the election of the Republican Party nominees.
AFFILIATIONS:
We are affiliated with the National Federation of Republican Women, an organization with more than 100,000 members from all 50 states and U.S. territories, the Kentucky State Federation of Republican Women, and the Kenton County Republican Executive Committee.
MEMBERS:
Our members are active in government, communities and education. Among our many initiatives are the following:
Each year the KCRWC presents a scholarship/s to a senior/s from a Kenton County high school based upon submission of an essay, application and letters of recommendation from their teachers, counselors or coaches.
Also yearly, KCRWC presents an Americanism Award of $100 to a current 6th grader based on submission of an essay on a pertinent Republican themed topic. The winner’s teacher is also honored and receives a $100 award.
Through our Armed Services Committee, our members have donated new and used sporting equipment and International Phone Cards to our Servicepeople overseas.
KCRWC donates American flags and books on outstanding American Women to area schools.
Seven of our members now hold elected positions in local, and state government, and many more have been appointed to area & state Boards.
Our members work tirelessly on Republican campaigns and through their dues and participation in our club fundraisers, the KCRWC contributes generously to several Republican campaigns yearly.
EXECUTIVE BOARD
Our organization of 121 members is able to grow stronger and more influential in community affairs because of the quality of its leadership. The following women comprise our current Executive Board:
Elected Officers
President: Ruth Korzenborn
1st Vice President: Mary Lou Blount
2nd Vice President: Shawn Baker
3rd Vice President/Publicity: Judy Huseman
4th Vice President/Program: Nancy Bunnell
5th Vice Pres./Ways & Means: Kim Kraft
Treasurer: Joan Davidson
Recording Secretary: Karen York Smith
Past President: Lynn Berk