Continental Societies, Inc. Chapter Histories INTRODUCTORY MESSAGE: Edna Lee Moffitt, National President, Continental Societies, Incorporated

Capturing our Historical Legacy

Legacy is about life and living. It’s about learning from the past, living in the present, and building for the future. Legacy is an interconnection across time, with a need for those who came before us and a responsibility to those who come after us. We have attempted in this collection of individual histories to capture our organizational history. Collectively the individual chapter histories weave together the fabric of who we are as an organization. This collection of our written records will be the basic of our history for the future.

Our legacy grows with each new experience, with each previously untested idea that we are courageous enough to explore. We are defined by the moments shared, the decisions made, the actions taken and even the mistakes overcome throughout the many phases of our historical journey.

As we proudly celebrate our 60th Diamond Anniversary, we are spectacularly pleased with the participation of the 42 chapters who graciously contributed their time, documents and support.

Serving as the 13th National President, I am proud of the success of this project executed by the National Historian Essie G. Page. Let us continue to capture our history and make our legacy grow further in greatness.

June 2016 Foreword

Chapter Histories, A 60th Conclave Anniversary Celebration Project, Continental Societies, Incorporate

PROJECT PREFACE – To implement subject project, the email shown below was distributed to Chapter Presidents. The purpose of the project approach was to capture chapter profiles and historical data per the actual recorded histories prepared by each of the chapters and supported by their files. Chapters can best tell their own story thus there was no plan to edit a chapter’s history presentation. Profiles were not to be altered for the sake of format consistency, length, presentation style or wording, etc.

The sharing of chapter history presentations among us will hopefully engender ideas for other chapters to increase service possibilities and enhance rich communications between chapters for continued commitment protecting and extending our CSI legacy from a multi-state perspective.

Essie G. Page, National Historian Continental Societies, Incorporated

From: Essie G. Page, National Historian Continental Societies, Inc. (CSI)

To: Chapter Presidents Continental Societies, Inc.

Please submit to me a copy of the history of your chapter to be published in tribute to our CSI 60th Anniversary, Conclave 2016.

I am certain that your history is written to reflect your unique profile. Both the sameness and profile differences will speak to our CSI statewide presence and comprehensive services overall through chapters.

Further however, there is some data that we would like in your submission for record accuracy. Please ensure that the following six items are included in your history submission:

Date established Sponsor chapter is identified Current regional membership Exemplary accomplishments Major community organizations served Current president and past presidents.

I do not ask for revision of your history as written regardless of length but if the six items are not already included, please ADD them for record accuracy.

Thank you very much. I will do my best to present a document that we will be most proud of for reference and record.

I ask that you submit your document in word and email your chapter history to me. Thanks again for your participation in this project.

Anne Arundel County Chapter Continental Societies Inc. Chartered December 17, 2006 Sponsor Chapter Baltimore County Chapter Continental Societies Inc.

History of Anne Arundel County Chapter

Because of a National Awareness of low reading and mathematics test scores among African American Youth, the idea to form the Continental Societies in Anne Arundel County was conceived and planned, using the name “The Anne Arundel County Metropolitan Women of Vision.” The Anne Arundel County Chapter was organized from the vision of the Honorable Christine Scott Davenport, an educator, who saw the need to improve the low reading scores and mathematics test scores for minorities in the county.

On October 2, 2006, Ms. Davenport summoned a group of professional women from all areas of work with a variety of talents to brainstorm ideas to improve reading and mathematics scores and other endeavors that would improve the quality of life for children and youth in the county. The initial breakfast meeting was held at the Holiday Inn in Glen Burnie, Maryland.

In attendance were women from all branches of professions, past supervisors, educators, retired educators, ladies in government, private industry, and business owners. Christine Davenport along with Cynthia Caldwell, Andrea Horton, Evelyn Mason, Carolyn Page, Constance Pergerson, Earline Wade, Shirley White, and E. Juliette Wilson, gathered and Known as “The Divine Nine” mapped out programs to use as vehicles that would be used to empower African American Youth and to give back to the Anne Arundel County community.

The group added additional women and the chapter was chartered on December 17, 2006. Together they established their Literacy Development Initiative with local business owners as their first of many community service programs.

The chapter implemented the first “Boys Booked on Barbershops” program in Anne Arundel County. Reading materials for boys was placed in area shops for them to read while waiting to get their hair cut. Their reading progress was monitored and readers who completed the program were rewarded with tickets, movie passes, and other incentives. The chapter received a plaque for this program and a certificate of recognition for submitting HEERs plus Arts and Humanities at the 2007 National Conclave in Phoenix, Arizona.

The chapter soon established and created a partnership with African American Medical Physicians for the Health component in Anne Arundel County. Their goal was to launch an awareness campaign that seeks to improve the health of African American Community throughout the county.

October 2, 2006 – First Meeting – The Anne Arundel County Metropolitan Women of Vision (The Divine Nine) Christine Scott Davenport Cynthia Caldwell Andrea Jones-Horton Evelyn Mason Carolyn Page Constance Pergerson Earline Wade Shirley R. White E. Juliette Wilson *

December 17, 2006 – Chapter Charter Ceremony (Charter Members) Christine Scott Davenport Cynthia Caldwell Andrea Jones-Horton Evelyn Mason Carolyn Page Constance Pergerson Earline Wade Shirley R. White E. Juliette Wilson Alta Shaw Betty J. Wade Doris Durrette Diane Addo-Allotey Deborah Hayes Chantel N. Kornegay Betty Henderson Celeste N. Harrison Jessica Croft Henderson Jacqueline Boone Allsup Rosalind Hill Deborah D. Hill-Floyd Dr. Carol S. Parham Arlene Rankin Yvette Jackson Aikens Marquenta I. Taylor

April 6, 2008 Adia S. Hayes Danise Jones-Dorsey Wanda Soares Nottingham Shirley A. Perry Deborah D. Williams

September 27, 2009 Michele Rene Brown Dr. Hadassah Saunders Lucille B. Davis Mary S. Harrison Tonja McCoy Ginina A. Stevenson LaVerne C. Walker

June 12, 2011 Tiana A. H. Ositelu Tryphenia Ellis-Johnson

April 15, 2012 Ronda Brown Lynn Gilbert Kaycie Lomax Gale R. Stephens Valecia Winston

April 7, 2013 Ashleigh Davenport Diana L. Grady Juanita B. Phillips Johnnie Dianne Williams

April 6, 2014 Aleta Floyd Rosemarie Frazier Gwendolyn Garcia S. Denise Jordan Monica Lindsey Ashlee Truxton Deceased CSI Members/Guys

* Eva Juliette Wilson (2015)

Anne Arundel Chapter Accomplishments

2007 HEER National Literacy Award

2008 Edna Calhoun Membership Aw

2009 HEER National Literacy Award

2010 HEER National Childhood Obesity Award and Edna Calhoun Membership Award and

2015 2015 HEER + Arts and Humanities Award- 3rd Place Arts and Humanities Award -June 26, 2015

2015 HEER + Arts and Humanities Award - 2nd Place Employment - June 26, 2015

2013 Edna Calhoun Membership Award - June 23, 2013

National Initiative Award - 2013

HEER + Arts and Humanities - Program Excellence Award - 1st Place Recreation Component - June 28, 2013

PNPAC Initiative - Certificate of Appreciation - June 28, 2013

Membership - 100% Membership Retention - June 28, 2013

2011 HEER + Arts and Humanities - National Literacy and Childhood Obesity Projects - June 24, 2011

Membership Retention 2011-2012

HEER + Arts and Humanities - Program Excellence Award - 2nd Place Umbrella Component - June 24, 2011

The program, “Boys Books & Barbers” was initiated in five barber shops in Anne Arundel County and expanded to include Bally’s Gym in Glen Burnie where the first scholastic Book Fair was held. Barber Shop students were invited to the Ravens Fan Feast.

The program “Girls Curls and Read” was initiated in one of our local Beauty Solon for two years.

~The Atlanta Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc.~ History in Brief

The Continental Societies, Inc., a public service organization, dedicated to the socio-economic and cultural welfare of under-privileged children and youth, was organized in 1956 and incorporated nationally in 1972.

The Atlanta Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc. was inducted into the Southeastern Region of the Continental Societies on November 21, 1973 at the Royal Coach Hotel on Howell Mill Road, Atlanta GA. Forty one outstanding women of varied professional backgrounds, representing noble character and unrelenting determination, pledged to foster, promote, and develop the welfare of disadvantaged and underprivileged children and youth in the Metropolitan Atlanta area. Myrtis R. Johnson, Gloria Bailey, Mary Davis and Marjorie Ushery served as organizers of the Chapter. The Columbus GA Chapter was the sponsoring chapter.

The Atlanta Chapter has fostered two spin-off chapters, the College Park/East Point Chapter and the Decatur/Stone Mountain Chapter. On March 30, 1988, Atlanta sponsored the Miami Chapter.

LaShanda Dawkins presently serves as President of the Atlanta Chapter. Past presidents are Marjorie Wolfe Ushery, Juanita Price, Alice King, Theodosia Ross, Jean Cooper, Jeanne Byrd, Patricia Miller, Ethel White, Nancy Hope, Gwendolyn G. Conley, Terry B. Woods, Jean Cooper and Chalanda Tucker respectively.

Through a five-point programmatic thrust, HEER – Health, Education, Employment, Recreation – plus Arts and Humanities, Continental women volunteer their time to work in schools, hospitals, and homes for delinquent youth as well as homes for mentally retarded and emotionally disturbed youth. Atlanta Continentals have supported and participated in various programs including camp sponsorship for inner-city youngsters, coat drives, funds to meet clothing and book needs for college-bound youths, scholarships, cultural

1 ventures, health fairs, employment training, and Christmas parties for needy children. The Atlanta Chapter’s Signature Program is an Annual Spelling Bee.

The Atlanta Chapter was inducted in the Societies on November 21, 1973. The following forty one outstanding women of varied professional backgrounds, representing noble character and unrelenting determination, pledged to foster, promote, and develop the welfare of disadvantaged and underprivileged children and youth in the Metropolitan Atlanta area.

CHARTER MEMBERS

Mrs. Sallie Atkins, Treasurer Mrs. Nancy Hope Mrs. Gloria O. Bailey Mrs. Hattie B. Jeter Mrs. Mary Jean Bell Mrs. Sharon Jeter Mrs. Helen Bellamy Mrs. Betty Jean Johnson Mrs. Willie Dean Billingslea, Corresponding Mrs. Hilda C. Johnson, Chaplain Secretary Mrs. Jondell Johnson, Historian Mrs. Louise Bradley Mrs. Myrtis R. Johnson, Secretary Mrs. Jeanne Y. Byrd, Financial Secretary Mrs. Alice King Mrs. Lena Caison Mrs. Rinah C. McConnell, Asst. Treasurer Mrs. Lois Raye Mrs. Mittie C. Monteith Mrs. Marian E. Cox, Asst. Parliamentarian Mrs. Elaine Moore Mrs. Mary G. Davis, Vice President Mrs. Vivian C. Moreland Mrs. Sallie S. Day Mrs. Verline Pledger, Parliamentarian Mrs. Mattie Dimery Mrs. Juanita E. Price, Asst. Business Mrs. Earlene Dotson Manager Dr. Elsie Edmondson, Historian Mrs. Mamie S. Robinson Mrs. Billie Ware Hicks Mrs. Theodosia B. Ross Mrs. Vivianne Gardner Mrs. Hermanita A. Rosser Mrs. Marian S. Glover Mrs. Gloria Smith Mrs. Nervis S. Grier, Asst. Secretary Mrs. Katherine M. Sweatt Mrs. Carrie Huntley, Asst. Chaplain Mrs. Theopia J. Tate, Business Manager Mrs. Marjorie Wolfe Ushery, President

Baltimore Chapter Continental Societies, Incorporated HISTORY

1955-1965 (The Beginning)

In June, 1955, Washington Continentals contacted the late Helen Gattis regarding the formation of a chapter in Baltimore. She then organized the Baltimore Continentals in a meeting at her home. Chapter members were Frances Branch, Lillie Branch, Doris Cole, Helen Gattis, Frankie Hinchen, Sue Jones, Arnetta Lottier, Margaret Spriggs Mason, Emily Peck, Helen O. Quarles, Ethel Saunders, Doreva Stanley, Margaret Turner and Delores Young.

Their installation by Washington, D.C. was in then fashionable Blue Room of the York Hotel on Madison Avenue. Early meetings were held at the Kleeco Club on Presstman Street and later at various members’ homes. As members became involved in other organizations, raising families, or found they were unable to participate fully in Continental fund-raising endeavors, others were invited to join. Initially, a “hand-across-the-sea” concept, organized to help needy families of the Virgin Islands, the Continental Societies were joined by chapters in Philadelphia, Newport News, Virginia and Washington, D.C. Upon realization that there were children in local communities who needed this same kind of help, Baltimore along with the Philadelphia, Newport News and Washington, D.C. Chapters, withdrew from the national organization. The local group adopted the name “Continental Society for the Children of Baltimore”. They were incorporated in 1956. Baltimore’s first benefit affair was held in February, 1956 at the New Albert Hall on Pennsylvania Avenue in Baltimore Maryland. Contributions that first year went to St. Elizabeth’s Orphanage, which we referred to as our “per charity”, the Douglass Nursey School and “Hands Across the Sea” project. Indeed, this activity was an outstanding accomplishment for a group whose tickets for the fund-raiser sold for only $3. December 30, 1957 – the Monday after Christmas—was the date and the Famous Ballroom on Charles Street the site for the second benefit—a supper dance. Guests, in the spirit of the yule season, danced to the music of Jonny Sparrow’s band and applauded the club members as they were introduced, and in Continental tradition, sang the club song. St. Elizabeth’s Orphanage was the pet charity again that year. Funds also were given to the Multiple Sclerosis Fund, the Women’s Cooperative Civic League, Rosewood School for girls, the Harvey Johnson Center, and for hairdresser fees for teenagers who could not afford the cost of visiting a beauty salon.

In June 1958, Baltimore Continentals hosted the third annual Conclave at Paradise Farm Country Club in New York’s Catskill Mountains. This was the first three-day Conclave held by any chapters. It was during this period that the Continentals ‘symbol’ of the hand emerged, and it was Baltimore’s Margaret Mason, then president, whose hand the local artist used as a model. For the next five years, 1958 through 1962, the annual fund-raiser was held at the Famous Ballroom on the Monday after Christmas. In the interim, in December 1958, Continentals gathered friends for a luncheon at Wilson’s Restaurant on Pennsylvania and North Avenue, Baltimore to promote their benevolent projects. They paid special tribute to past club presidents, Doris Cole, Margaret Mason and Sue Jones. Provident Hospital Ladies Guild, YMCA Camp ships, and Rosewood State Hospital were added to the group’s charities. In June, 1961 when Baltimore Continentals again hosted the annual Conclave at the Dunes Motel in Neptune Jersey, the first nationally recognized charitable organization to receive combined monetary contributions from all Continental Chapters—the American Friends Service Committee—was named. We were the first chapter to provide a conclave program and photos of our members. In 1963, the annual benefit affair was becoming so popular that larger accommodations were sought. Dundalk’s Steelworkers’ Union Hall was the site for that year’s December fundraiser. The House of Good Shepherd, scholarship aid to the club’s ‘Continental Child’ (a Morgan State College art student), Provident Hospital Children’s Ward, the AFRO Clean Block Fund and YMCA Camp Ships, were recipients of the proceeds. Continental members, feeling their supporters might like a change of pace, chose the fall season, October 1964 for their annual benefit. They went to the Emerald Garden on Primrose Avenue that year.

1965-1975 (1965-Our Tenth Anniversary)

For the club’s 10th Anniversary in 1965, members dressed in the club colors—red, white and green. It was during this period that a project emerged which became synonymous with us –“The Continental Shoe Fund” still well known in Baltimore and its public schools. The years passed quickly with Baltimore Continentals alternating between the fall and Christmas seasons, holding their affairs at such places as Blue Crest, Eastwind for a “Roaring Twenties Rollick,” the Hunt Valley in Cockeysville and Martin’s West. During this period, contributions garnered from these affairs went to the group’s Shoe Fund, college scholarships, Camp Ships to Camp Glyndon, Diabetic facility, AFRO Charities, Chick Webb Recreation Center, Lafayette Square Community Center, books and tuition for summer remedial courses for students at Bowie State University, Direct Search for Talent, the Kidney Foundation, Sickle Cell Research, League for the Handicapped, camper ships for the YMCA’s Camp Mohawk, Crownsville State Hospital, Maryland Training School for Girls, The House of Good Shepherd and the Institute for Children at Rosewood State Hospital. In 1972, the Continental Societies initiated its national program, Operation Awareness-HEER

1975-1985 (1975-Our Twentieth Anniversary)

The year 1975 marked our Twentieth Anniversary.

A History of the Baltimore Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc. Pag2e In 1977 a fifth thrust, “Arts and Humanities” was added. Thus began the Continentals “Four Plus One Programmatic Thrust.” During this period the Baltimore Chapter planned year-round programs which have provided such activities for disadvantaged youngsters such as roller skating, bowling, beach parties, cultural tours, theatre and movie parties, boat rides, amusement park outings, tutoring, shopping trips, holiday parties, dinners, record hops, storytelling and games at hospital children’s wards, arts and crafts sessions, and a clothing commissary. The most recent additions to H.E.E.R. plus Arts & Humanities programs were the Continental’s Camp Connection and College Connection. The Camp Connection includes our sponsorship for ten middle school students to the Goddard Space Flight Center. This experience gave them hands on knowledge of the types of career opportunities offered in the aero space industry.

1985-1995 (Our Thirtieth Anniversary)

The Baltimore Chapter, Continental Societies, Inc. worked tirelessly while working in all HEER plus Arts & Humanities programs and has continuously won awards at the annual national conclaves because our projects embrace each thrust with poignant and effective activities. Projects Included in Health: Project Airways (Asthma Awareness). Clara House, a community based residential program for infants and children with HIV-AIDS. The chapter has sponsored health-related programs and given annual contributions to: Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital, Mother Mary Lange Group Home, the Montrose School for Juvenile Delinquents, and the Jentry McDonald Group Home. In Education we continued to make annual college scholarship awards of $1,500 a year for four years to financially deserving Baltimore City students. Community outreach programs like “Spelling Bee Contests” and It’s Black-Academics History Contests” were held in inner city neighborhoods.

1995-2005 (Our Fortieth Anniversary)

Projects in the Programmatic Thrusts continued to win top awards for the Baltimore Chapter. Our activities under Employment projects provided workshops, mentorship programs, seminars, field trips, conferences and in-training programs to help the students better understand the actual demands of a work/business environment and ways to prepare them to become competitive and accomplished in their chosen career path. We partnered with the Maryland Educational Opportunity Center (MEOC) to bring about positive outcomes for many students. As we continued to work on usual tasks the chapter planned and organized activities for the National Conclave. The 2000 Conclave was the first National Conclave held in Baltimore in 30 years. The members made the forty-fifth Conclave, Continental Societies, Inc. outstanding.

In April, 2004 Baltimore Continentals hosted the Annual Eastern Regional Meeting at the Sheraton Baltimore North Hotel in Towson, Maryland. Eleven chapters from New York to Bermuda were invited to join us for a full day of activities, fine dining, entertainment and fellowship.

A History of the Baltimore Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc. Pag3e

2005-2010 (Our Fiftieth Anniversary)

Beginning in 2003 eight new Continental were installed on August 23rd.. In June 2005 we installed one Continental sister at the Radisson Hotel. In May 2007 we installed seven Continentals in the Baltimore chapter. These Continentals joined the ranks of the hard working Continentals of the Baltimore Chapter.

The Baltimore Continentals looked forward to a star-spangled year in 2005. We would be celebrating 50 years of working for the betterment of the children we serve. Our theme: “50 Years of Committed Service to Children and Youth. We started our celebrating with Sunday Mass and Rededication Service followed by a fellowship luncheon. In the spring of 2005 we enjoyed an afternoon social “Jazz on a Sunday Afternoon.” We were elated as we celebrated our fifty year anniversary in Hampton, Virginia when we received the highest National Continental award for chapter activities and the 2005 Overall HEER plus Arts & Humanities Award.

2010-2015 (Our Sixtieth Anniversary)

Over the pursuing years our HEER plus Arts and Humanities Committees work hard to plan and implement programs for the children and youth in the Baltimore County and Metropolitan communities. Most of the programs are funded through monies raised from our Annual Gala held in December. One of our strengths for which we are thankful, is that our organization started and continues to have women of substance, women who are committed to our cause, women who are willing to go that extra mile to make a positive difference for children we serve.

Baltimore Chapter Heritage Officers and National Awards

Date Chartered: June 1955 Organizers: Helen Gattis, Helen Quarles, and Lillie Branch Sponsoring Chapter: Washington, DC Charter Members

# Name # Name 1. Jean A. Ashburn* 9. Margaret Mason* 2. Frances Branch 10. Emily Peck* 3. Lillie Branch* 11. Helen Quarles* 4. Doris Coles 12. Doreva Stanley* 5. Helen Gattis* 13. Ethel Saunders* 6. Frankie Hinchen* 14. Margaret Turner 7. Susan Jones* 15. Bernice Watson* 8. Arnetta Lottier* 16. Delores Young* Chapter Members Who Have Served as National Officers/Chairs

# Name Officer/Chair Held Date Served 1. Susan Jones, Ed. D.* Chair, Continental Advisory Committee 1964 - 1966 2. Susan Jones, Ed. D.* Historian 1973 - 1975

A History of the Baltimore Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc. Pag4e 3. Seville Carroll* Treasurer 1970 - 1990 4. Seville Carroll* Auditor 1970 - 1990 5. Doris A. Smith Treasurer 1991 - 1995 6. Doris A. Smith Auditor 1991 - 1995 7. G. Madeline Campbell Chair, National Membership 1998 - 2003 8. G. Madeline Campbell Chair, National Nominating 1997 - 2001 9. Gwendolyn A. Lindsay Corresponding Secretary 2003 - 2007 10. Doris A. Smith Chair, Audit Committee 2003 - 2011 11. Gwendolyn A. Lindsay Chair, National Nominating Committee 2012 - 1013 12. Gwendolyn A. Lindsay Chair, National Ad-Hoc Documents Review Committee 2013 - 13. Joann Christopher Hicks, Ed. D. Co-Chair, National Scholarship Committee 2013 - 2015 14. Gwendolyn A. Lindsay C-Chair, National Scholarship Committee 2015- Chapters Members Who Have Received the National Lillian Park Thomas Award

# Name Year & Place 1. Doris A. Smith 2002 - Richmond Chapters Members Who Have Received the National Hall of Fame Award

# Name Year & Place 1. Doris A. Smith 2007- 2. G. Madeline Campbell 2010-Chicago 3. Gwendolyn A. Lindsay 2013 - Dallas

Chapter Members Who Have Served as Regional Officers/Chairs

# Name Office/Chair Held Date Served 1. Constance Butler* Corresponding Secretary 1995-1999 2. Joi L. W. (Griffin) Dabney Recording Secretary 1999 - 2003 3. Angela Humphrey* Corresponding Secretary 2007 - 2011 4. Joi L.W. (Griffin) Dabney Chair, Nominating Committee 2004 - 2005 5. Stephanie V. Lee Treasurer 2005 - 2009 6. Gwendolyn A. Lindsay Chair, Nominating Committee 1999 - 2000 7. Gwendolyn A. Lindsay Regional Director 2007 - 2011 8. Kathie J. McLaughlin Recording Secretary 2005 - 2009 9. Doris A. Smith Treasurer 1999 - 2005 10. Doris A. Smith Chair, Audit Committee 2007 - 2011 11. Angela Humphrey* Historian 2011 - 2015 12. Ann Taylor Ross Treasurer 2011 - 2015 13. Ann Taylor Ross Chair, Nominating Committee * Deceased

A History of the Baltimore Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc. Pag5e The Continental Society of Bermuda P.O. Box HM 872 Hamilton HMDX [email protected]

Nekisha Tyrrell President The Continental Society is one of Bermuda’s oldest charities ( #006) who have for fifty years gone about the business of making Bermuda a better place for Bernadette McIntosh- Tucker children in need. 1st Vice President

Ronnette Burgess A BRIEF HISTORY 2nd Vice President

Josette Matthew Founded in 1956, The Bermuda Chapter of the Continental Society was Recording Secretary officially installed in May 1962.

Andrea Isaac Corresponding The Continental Society of Bermuda’s first contributions to charity depended Secretary solely on members’ dues and the profits from their first luncheon fund raiser Kimberley Joslyn which was primarily supported by friends and family. The club grew quickly Treasurer and within two years had approximately 15 members. Allison Tucker Financial Secretary Service to the community in the beginning days was very hands on, and it Marcia Bradshaw remains so today. Early projects included the donation of clothes, food and Historian toys to various families across the island. The club also adopted the Brangman Kenndelle Smith Home (a home for children). Support to the home included providing food, Chaplain clothing and other needed items. Members also gave of their time by serving Kennelyn Smith meals at the home and taking the children on outings. Mrs. Olga Scott Social Welfare suggested a Mother’s Day luncheon to honor the mother of the year and so Denise Simons was born the idea which has become a popular annual tradition. In this regard, Public Relations the Continental Society sponsors an annual essay writing competition for Olga Scott public school children to nominate their “Moms”. Sergeant-at-Arms

Audrey Burrows Today, the organization has grown in its reach and focus. Dynamic leadership Amenities and membership committed to serve and make a difference has enabled the Betty Christopher Continentals to meet their goal of improving the quality of life for children. As Parliamentarian a testimony to the cohesiveness of the group and the rewards of participation, Dolores Simmons several of the 28 members of the Bermuda Continentals are celebrating more Member at Large than 30 years of membership! Being a Continental is hard work and spills over Judith Hall-Bean to other aspects of members’ lives. Membership can be demanding but the Protocol Officer results are rewarding and are what keeps members going. The organization’s Imm. Past President motto sums it up – “there is a destiny that makes us sisters, none goes her way Tracy Packwood alone. All that we send into the lives of others come back into our own”.

Over our 50-year history funds raised have supported many initiatives including: • Purchase of grocery vouchers for families • Purchase of school clothing The Continental Society of Bermuda P.O. Box HM 872 Hamilton HMDX [email protected]

• Annual college bursary • Assistance with the cost of summer camps • Annual Mother of the Year essay contest • Employment seminars (job etiquette, dress, resume writing) • Donation of books to public school libraries • Purchase of Christmas gifts • Annual Shrove Tuesday breakfast served to public school children • Assistance with costs for overseas medical care • Assistance with the cost of music classes, soccer and other school trips, and other recreational activities • Tickets for Christmas Pantomime and Magic Show • Movie, reading and games night at Gulfstream transitional housing facility • Bowling nights for Big Brother and Sisters and Victor Scott Students • Purchase of sleep monitor for the Children's ward of KEMH • Purchase of laptops for Berkeley students • Bring a Girl to Work Day • Production and distribution of asthma coloring books. • Reading Festivals • Underwrote costs of Action Asthma in 2010 (book for school age children)

The Continental Society of Bermuda P.O. Box HM 872 Hamilton HMDX [email protected]

CHAPTER NAME: BERMUDA First Name Nathalie E. Lori J. W. Elaine Last Name Adderley Baker-Lloyd Bean Chapter Office Held Financial Secretary Address 7 Northcourt Ave. 48 Ord Rd. 24 Jones Ln. Address Pembroke HM 04, BERMUDA Paget PG 04, BERMUDA Warwick PG 01, BERMUDA Telephone (441) 534-7974 © (441) 799-0320 © (441) 331-2073 © E-Mail [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] First Name Marcia R. P. Ronnette A. Audrey R. J. Last Name Bradshaw Burgess Burrows Chapter Office Held Historian 2nd Vice President Address 3 Rockaway Bay 81 Ferry Rd. 3 Dot Ln, Sunset Mews, Cox's Hill Address Southampton SB 02, BERMUDA St. George's GE 01, BERMUDA Pembroke W. HM 03, BERMUDA Telephone (441) 537-7665 © (441) 337-5366 © (441) 799-4613 © E-Mail [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] First Name Betty I. Judith E. Andrea N. Last Name Christopher Hall-Bean Isaac Chapter Office Held Parliamentarian Address 19 Long Bay Ln. 23 Whaling Hill 3 Dot Ln, Sunset Mews, Cox's Hill Address Sandys MA 03, BERMUDA Southampton SN 02, BERMUDA Pembroke W. HM 03, BERMUDA Telephone (441) 735-8401 © (441) 505-1454 © (441) 505-5877 © E-Mail [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] First Name Kimberley N. Josette R. Dr. Dorothy L. Last Name Joslyn Matthew Matthews-Paynter Chapter Office Held Corresponding Secretary Recording Secretary Address 35 Middle Rd. 11 Fairhaven Ln. 5 Hillview Development

The Continental Society of Bermuda P.O. Box HM 872 Hamilton HMDX [email protected]

CHAPTER NAME: BERMUDA Address Smith's FL 03, BERMUDA Sandys SB 01, BERMUDA Warwick WK 05, BERMUDA Telephone (441) 336-3179 © (441) 332-1912 © (441) 335-7306 © E-Mail [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] First Name Bernadette D. Sosina G. Tracy N. Last Name McIntosh-Tucker Mekonnen Packwood Chapter Office Held 1st Vice President Immediate Past President Address 6 Devil's Hole Hill 9 Southcote Close 2 Panorama Dr. Address Smith's HS 01, BERMUDA Paget PG 04, BERMUDA Hamilton Parish CR 03, BERMUDA Telephone (441) 535-1515 © (441) 595-2321 © (441) 705-7855 © E-Mail [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] First Name E. Patricia Kennette M. G. Olga M. Last Name Quinn Robinson Scott Chapter Office Held Address 11 Granaway Dr. 7 Melville Rd. 7 Pinnacle Hill Address Southampton SB 04, BERMUDA Devonshire DV 07, BERMUDA Paget PG 02, BERMUDA Telephone (441) 504-0408 © (441) 705-9013 © (441) 599-7190 © E-Mail [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] First Name Dolores V. G. Eileen Enid A. Last Name Simmons Simmons Simmons Chapter Office Held Sergeant-at-Arms Address 4 Floral Ln. 12 Flowercote Ln. 19 Scroggins Hill Address St. George's GE 04, BERMUDA Smith's FL 08, BERMUDA Southampton SB 02, BERMUDA Telephone (441) 519-8640 © (441) 293-8395 (H) (441) 704-1921 © E-Mail [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] First Name Marilyn A. Denise M. Kenndelle M. G. Last Name Simmons Simons Smith

The Continental Society of Bermuda P.O. Box HM 872 Hamilton HMDX [email protected]

CHAPTER NAME: BERMUDA Chapter Office Held Treasurer Public Relations Officer Chaplain Address 14 Ocean Sands Dr. 51 My Lords Bay Ln. 17 Quarry Hill Rd. Hamilton Parish CR 02, Address Warwick WK 02, BERMUDA BERMUDA Warwick WK 10, BERMUDA Telephone (441) 505-1139 © (441) 531-0514 © (441) 705-9051 © E-Mail [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] First Name Kennelyn M. G. Marilyn L. Yvette E. D. Last Name Smith Smith Smith Chapter Office Held Social Welfare Officer Amenities Officer Address 21 Quarry Hill Rd. 23 Coral Acres Dr. 17 Quarry Hill Rd. Address Warwick WK 10, BERMUDA Southampton SB 04, BERMUDA Warwick WK 10, BERMUDA Telephone (441) 335-8328 © (441) 332-1609 © (441) 333-3962 © E-Mail [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] First Name C. Germaine Nekisha B. Ruth L. Last Name Trott Tyrrell Woolridge Chapter Office Held Member at Large President Address 2 Moore's Ln., Spanish Point 19 Rocklands Cr. 16-48 Mary Victoria Rd. - Unit 41 Address Pembroke HM 03, BERMUDA Warwick WK 07, BERMUDA Devonshire DV 02, BERMUDA Telephone (441) 297-2440 (H) (441) 338-0477 © (441) 295-4301 (H) E-Mail [email protected] [email protected]

5 CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES, INCORPORATED BIRMINGHAM CHAPTER

HISTORICAL OVERVIEW INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND

The Birmingham Chapter of CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES was organized in 1986 after a group of ladies from the New York Continental Chapter met to discuss plans for organizing a Chapter in Birmingham. As a result of a series of meetings, thirteen energetic women representing various vocations, organized the Birmingham Chapter because they felt that the organization focused on disadvantaged children and youth.

On Friday, May 24, 1986, these thirteen women were installed by Dr. Lois Harrison Jones, the National President; Edna Calhoun, the National Membership Chairperson, and other visiting chapters from throughout the nation. Thus, we formed the Thirteenth Chapter of the CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES, INC.

Chapter Charter members are: RACHEL ARRINGTON, ARTINA CAIN, BETTY COLEMAN, PONZELLA FULLER, LOIS M. HALL, HELEN B. MORRIS, DOROTHEA GREENE, RHOMALDA KANE, MARY COLLINS, SAVANNAH C. JONES, SYLVIA JOYNER, BARBARA MADDOX, and MARION BRYANT.

The Education Committee co-sponsored the school’s ongoing tutorial program and decorated and equipped a resource room at our adopted school. This program provided a wide variety of educational materials to be used by students who need help in Mathematics and Reading.

The Chapter also equipped a room in our adopted school to be used by students who became ill during school hours. We provided first aid supplies and a volunteer parent on duty to aid in the care of students with minor illnesses.

The Chapter’s first Fundraising Project was a Fashion Show Luncheon held at the beautiful Birmingham Race Track auditorium. Fashions were furnished by Macy’s Department Store at the Galleria. The Chapter presented $1,000.00 of the proceeds from the fundraiser to “Magic Moments” at the Children’s Hospital. The program provides for a child’s last wish who is terminally ill.

The Chapter provided clothes, shoes, school supplies, and books for our adopted child at Council Elementary School.

1 During the 1987-1988 school year, the Education Committee expanded its tutorial service to Council Elementary School and the Boys’ Club.

During Black History Month, the Chapter co-sponsored Black History activities including: A Black Poster Competition, Essay Writing, Assembly Programs with a Black History quiz with competing teams, and a Black History Week speaker from our Chapter.

The Black History Week activities culminated with the awarding of certificates to winners by the Continental members.

On March 23, 1989, five prospective new members presented a Workshop at Brighton High School for pregnant teenagers and young mothers. An enlightening film was presented on safe sex and aids, followed by a question and answer period.

The Birmingham Chapter of Continental Societies prospective members presented the principal, Mr. Satisfied, a check for Fifty Dollars to be used to purchase items for the nursery.

On April 26, 1988, the Birmingham Chapter installed five new members. They are as follows: QUEEN BELL, MARGARET GAYLOR, JOHNNIE PEOPLES, EULA THOMPSON and GLORIA YOUNG.

During its’ year of existence, members of the Continental Societies Incorporated have adopted an Inner City School, adopted a disadvantaged child, sponsored two fundraisers, supported several charitable events, and sponsored a new Continental Chapter in Gainesville, Georgia.

2 CHAPTER NAME: CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES, INC. OFFICIAL 2013-14 CHAPTER ROSTER

CHAPTER NAME: Birmingham First Name Shelia D. Helen B. Last Name Bledsoe Morris Chapter Office Held Historian Financial Secretary Address 929 43rd. Street Ensley 844 Miami Place Address Birmingham, Alabama 35208 Birmingham, Alanama 35214 Telephone 205-781-6165 or 205-919-4071 205-798-7188 E-Mail First Name Artina Andrea M. Last Name Cain Pincham-Benton MD LLC Chapter Office Held Address 2609 Millwood Road 5139 Greystone Way Address Birmingham, Alabama 35243 Hoover, Alabama 35242 Telephone 206-967-0575 205-995-5000 or 205-910-2546 E-Mail [email protected] First Name Mary Catherine Last Name Collins Player Chapter Office Held Chaplain President Address 833 Center Place SW 6833 Ashberry Drive Address Birmingham, Alabama 35211 Pinson, Alabama 35126 Telephone 205- 254-7384 205-681-7126 E-Mail [email protected] First Name Carolyn Juanita W. Last Name Dixon Reasor Chapter Office Held Vice President Address 109 Eighth Court SW 937 Dana Drive Address Birmingham, Alabama 35211 Fairfield, Alabama 35064 Telephone 205-254-7384 205-923-1426 or 205 989-2100 E-Mail [email protected] First Name Ponzella Marie Penny Eula H. Last Name Fuller Thompson Chapter Office Held Parliamentarian Treasurer Address 136 Meadowood Circle 2217 Belmore Lane Address Adamsville, Alabama 35005 Birmingham, alabama 35207 Telephone 205-798-0342 or 205-913-1826 205-252-3492 0r 205- 540-3411 E-Mail [email protected] [email protected] First Name Jacqueline Last Name Holder Chapter Office Held Secretary Address 301 Oxmoor Place Address Brmingham, Alabama 35211 Telephone 205-942-6578 or 205-999-8102 E-Mail [email protected]

3 CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES, INC. HISTORY IN BRIEF CHARLESTON

The Continental Societies, Incorporated, an international public service organization, dedicated to the socio-economic and cultural welfare of underprivileged children and youth, was organized in 1956 and incorporated nationally in 1972. The Charleston

Chapter was chartered in 1992 under the leadership of Continental Jean Ravennah, who previously held membership in the New York City Chapter.. The Charleston Chapter charter members were inducted on January 25, 1992, under the sponsorship of the New

York Chapter of Continentals Societies, Inc.. Charter members included:

Juanita W. Brown Vanetta B. Etheredge Onica C. Fields Irma B. Greene Edythe T. Haynes Juanita W. LaRoche Elise Davis-McFarland Barbara W. Mikell Gloria H. Oakcrum Cynthia L. Parris Jean Ravennah Priscilla M. Robinson Beverly B. Williams Dorothy S. Wright

The National body embraces 43 chapters in 19 states of the United States, the District of

Columbia and Bermuda, with a total membership of approximately 1,000. Through a

Five-Point Programmatic Thrust—Health, Education, Employment, Recreation(HEER)

PLUS Arts & Humanities—The Charleston Chapter of Continental women strive to adhere to the humanitarian precept of sharing with those in need. Ongoing projects include: Book Buddies, The Employment Handbook project, The Jazzy Jumpers Double Dutch competitions the Carolina Pearls Etiquette classes, and the Asthma and

Environmental Health Education project. Through these projects the chapter collaborates with area schools, clubs, greek and civic organizations, hospitals, etc. to enhance services for children in the Charleston area.

Other national programs that we participate in include shoe and sock drives for needy children, camping experiences for inner-city youngsters, funds to meeting clothing and book needs for college-bound youths, academic scholarships, cultural ventures, etc.

Continentals volunteer their time to work in schools, youth centers, and pediatric wards in hospitals, homes for delinquent youth as well as homes for the mentally retarded and emotionally disturbed youth, and in numerous other areas. Continental societies,

Incorporated is an affiliate of the National Council of Negro Women.

Programs and projects are financed by annual fundraising events on the Chapter levels. The Annual Continental Card Party is our major fundraiser. All funds raised on the local level are spent in the local community with the exception of Chapter contributions to National Projects.

CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES, INCORPORATED History of the Chicago Chapter The Chicago Chapter was formed under the leadership of Helen Lawrence Burnett October 19, 1978. The National President at that time was Rosa S Stanback. The sponsoring chapter was Columbus, Georgia. Seventeen energetic women joined along with Helen to serve children and youth in their respective communities. The installation was held at the Chicago Playboy Towers on North Michigan Avenue for a whirlwind weekend. The original charter members were Helen Lawrence Burnett, Cora Burns, Rochelle Carmichael, Rosetta Daniel, Jerralyn Hiller, A’Lelia B Johnson, Doris B Johnson, Rachel Lakes, Olia N Lantz, Jean A Newkirk, Rita Phillips, Mary Seawood, Constance B Seymore, Pearlie Spells, Mary Ann Taylor, Sharon Taylor and Beulah Thomas. The Chicago Chapter has continued to leverage itself under the leadership of four committed women with a rich, reputable history of working with children and youth. Helen Lawrence Burnett (President 1978-1989) Doris B Johnson (President 1989-2007) Annie C Barnett (President 2007-2015) Judith Archer (President-2015 presently in office) Shortly after chartering the chapter continued to expand in 1979 with four new members; Annie C Barnett, Dell Buck, Gwendolyn Chapman and Rennie Marsh. In 1980 Jewel Lewis joined in the chapter along with a transplant from the Twin Cities Chapter Marye Jones. In 1981, two more members joined the chapter Judith Archer and Lillie Canty. 1983 the chapter expanded with Marian Bullock, Alice Cason and Deborah Diane Henry. In 1989 members joining were Shirley Giddens, Cassandra Melton, Ollie Morrissette and Bessie Wright. Another committed large group of women joined in 1992, Louise Early, Mildred Ray, Clarissa Smith, Gerry Smith and Geraldine Taylor joined the chapter. In 2000, five concerned women were added to the membership, Linda Gathings, Cheryl Hansford, Lora Hurey, Iva Lane, Jackie Rivers, Zakeeyaw Toney, Sharon West and Dr. Marva White. New members in 2009 Janene Bullock, Linda Donaldson, Carla Fincher, Violette Hawkins, Bernardine Robinson and Ramona H Sanders. In 2013, nine members were installed Jewel Childress, Edna Clemons, Sherrie Chatman-Garth, Whitney Hamilton, Orevia Holmes, Tiwana Jordan, Cindy Weatherspoon and Myrisha Wicks completed our latest members to join the chapter.

1 Currently the Chicago Chapter has 4 active charter members who have served nearly 38 years of service to children: Doris B Johnson, Olia Lantz, Jean A Newkirk and Constance B Seymore. Three of which have earned the Hall of Fame Award representing the Midwest-Western Region.

Hall of Fame Members Helen Lawrence Burnett (1995) Doris Johnson (1997) Constance B Seymore (1999) Jean A Newkirk (2009) Annie C Barnett (2011) Judith Archer (2015)

Helen Lawrence Burnett Leadership Awardee Annie C Barnett (2016) This regional award was named after our founder and first president for a member who has shown leadership not only for her chapter, region and nationally with special emphasis on her community and place of worship. In the nearly 38 year’s formation of a chapter, we have prided ourselves on several highlights we have hosted:

3 National Conclaves June 1988 Schaumburg, Illinois Hyatt Regency Hotel June 1997 Marriott Hotel Michigan Avenue Chicago, Illinois June 2009 Oakbrook Marriott Hotel Oakbrook, Illinois

National Board Meeting November 1980 Holiday Inn Mart Plaza Regional Board Meetings November 1981 October 1994 April 2003 March 2005 in Phoenix Arizona

Chicago has sponsored 3 Chapters St Louis, Missouri June 18, 1981 Detroit, Michigan May 2, 1992

2 Wichita Area, Kansas September 18, 2010 Our programs have continued to service children in Chicago communities and neighborhoods in several areas. First and foremost our annual scholarship award essay contests have donated thousands of dollars to deserving local high school students that have shown the need for financial assistance by completing the Continental Societies, incorporated National, Regional and local scholarship application process. In addition, the Chicago Chapter has participation with the following: The Literary program at LaRabida Hospital for Children, Colgate Dental Van in local health fairs, Tea for Tots Fashion show, Book Bag School Supply give-away, Thanksgiving Cheer for needy families, Unity in the Community Auburn Gresham Community Neighborhood. The Chapter has implemented a program of sign language classes with one of our Continental Guys Al Hurey in Robbins, Illinois at the local library. Roseland Community Hospital, American Red Cross Haitian Relief Fund, Henderson Elementary School, Provident Hospital, Roseland Hospital, Rezin Orr High School, Sister-to-Sister Program with South Shore High School and Farragut High School. The Chapter continues to work with various religious and community organizations in the Chicago Area, Global Girls Inc., Sequin Services Organization, Original Providence MB Church, William Leonard Public Library, Chatham Bethlehem Presbyterian Church, New Deliverance Church, Lincoln Park Zoo, with their annual Zoo Lights festival, The Glass Slipper Project, Rallies for GoGirlGo at the University of Illinois and the Jackie Robinson Little League annual parades.

Continental Societies, Inc. Columbia, Maryland Chapter History 1992-2015

1 Continental Societies, Inc. Columbia, Maryland Chapter Historical Document

Name of Chapter: Columbia, Maryland Chapter

Date Chartered (Installed): June 13, 1992

Place if Installation Ceremony: Columbia Inn, 10207 Wincopin Circle Columbia, MD 21044

Sponsoring Chapter: Baltimore Chapter

Ethel B. Hill was the founder of the Columbia, Maryland Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc. Members of the Baltimore Chapter encouraged Ethel to start a chapter in Columbia, Maryland and agreed to support us in this effort. Our interest group worked closely with the National Membership Chairperson, Edna Calhoun, who provided the Baltimore Chapter with direction to assist us in meeting the requirements needed to be chartered as the Columbia, Maryland Chapter. Baltimore Continentals Doris Smith and Sezilla Carroll met with the Interest Group frequently and provided guidance, and support throughout the chartering process. Under the sponsorship of the Baltimore Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc., the Columbia Maryland Chapter was chartered on June 13, 1992.

Interest Group Members

Chartering Day

Ethel B. Hill, our founder and 1st President, is receiving our charter from Continental Evelyn Means, National President 1992

Normandy Solomon Blackman, Thelma Montgomery Brown, Sandra E. Edgecombe, Jo M. Glasco, Marilyn B. Hardin, Elsie A. Henson, Ethel B. Hill, Nellie A. Hutt, E. Marie Johnson, Pamela Felton- Johnson, Nancy B. Kensler, Eloise R. Lee, Gwendolyn R. Malloy, Maurine Reeves McKinley, Barbara Cooper Miller, Dorothy Louise Moore, Lois Powell, Gertie M. Snell, Doris N. Starks

3 Officers 1992-2012

Term 1992-1995 1995-1996 1996-1998 1999-2002 2002-2005 2005-2007 2007- 2011- Dates 2011 Present

President Ethel Hill Pam Dottie Everlene Sandra June Horner Ardene Henson Iris Mapp Johnson Moore Cunningham Edgecombe 1st Vice Pam Johnson Nellie Hutt Julia Malson Deborah Ethel Hill Sandra Sandra Elisha Janifer Joyner Edgecombe Edgecombe 2nd Vice N/A N/A N/A Sandra June Horner Ethel Hill Ethel Hill Angela Brade Edgecombe Corres. Gwendolyn Darlynda Bogle Gwendolyn Joyce Estes Gwendolyn Ardene Henson Thelma Brown Melody Hill- Secretary Malloy Malloy Malloy Irby Recording Barbara Gwendolyn Pam Johnson E. Marie Ardene Yvonne Howell Iris Mapp Ardene Henson Secretary Miller Malloy Johnson Henson Financial Thelma Thelma Brown Ardene Gwendolyn Iris Mapp Gwendolyn Melody Hill- Nellie Hutt Secretary Brown Henson Malloy Malloy Irby Treasurer Eloise Lee Yovonda Deborah Yovonda Yovonda Yovonda Elisha Janifer Sandra Brooks Joyner Brooks Brooks Brooks Edgecombe Historian Doris Starks Claudette Adriane Shallie Mae Beale Mae Beale Yvonne Howell Debbie Bragg McIntyre Weaver Marshall Chaplain Dorothy Dottie Moore Jo Glasco Inola Inola Nellie Hutt Nellie Hutt Dottie Moore Moore Clements Clements Sergeant-at Normandy Sandra Gertie Snell Nellie Hutt Jo Glasco Jo Glasco Ethel Hill Jo Glasco Arms Blackman Edgecombe Parlimen- Marilyn B. Jo Glasco Lois Grigsby Ethel Hill Nellie Hutt Dottie Moore Jo Glasco Ethel Hill tarian Hardin

Programs and Activities In support of the mission of the National Organization, The Columbia, Maryland chapter concentrates on improving the quality of life for children and youth through volunteerism and outreach activities. Starting with two major projects, a Book Fair/Read-A-Thon at the Roger Carter Neighborhood Center that benefited pre-school, elementary and middle school children of the Hilltop Housing Community in Ellicott City, Maryland; and a comprehensive support program for young girls sent to the Children’s Center in Laurel, Maryland, These young women were sent to Spruce Cottage, a youth detention center located in Laurel, Maryland. The contract required that chapter members provide activities and workshops to help change the lives of the girls from negative experiences to positive ones. The Columbia Chapter began its commitment to help children who had a variety of needs that included the following:

National Programs

 Asthma Awareness Project  Literacy Project  Childhood Obesity Project  Colgate’s Children Oral Health Program

4 Local Programs On-going Projects & Other Services

 Held a Book Fair/Read-A-Thon at the Roger Carter Neighborhood Center  Provided a Comprehensive support program for at-risk adolescent girls sent to Spruce Cottage, located at the Children’s Center in Laurel Maryland to include mentoring, tutoring, and career and personal development activities  Bused children from Howard County to the Annual Bethune Dubois Christmas Party for needy children in Washington, DC  Paid expenses for 6 children to spend 1 week at the NASA Space Camp in Huntsville, AL.  Sent 10 children to overnight camps in Maryland and 2 children to day camps  Established and staffed a library at Roger Carter Neighborhood Center  Established partnership with Swansfield Elementary School where we purchase book bags and school supplies for needy students and read books to 1st graders during reading class one day month  Sponsored an Annual May Book Fair at Swansfield Elementary for which we provided entertainment and free age appropriate books for children as well as other gifts and games.  Participated in the annual Horizon Foundation’s Family Health Fairs  Established a Partnership with Mount Pisgah’s AME Church’s Girl Power Mentoring Program  Established a partnership with Cradlerock School where we support their annual Turkey Trot, Career Development Workshops for their Bridges Aftercare Program, Student Incentive Activities and books so the students can start In-home libraries  Sponsored Physical Fitness Activities, i.e. The Turkey Trot at Cradlerock School, Zumba to Fitness, and Walking the Pounds Off with our Girl Power Mentoring Program  Provided clothing, books and other supplies to support Howard County’s Head Start Programs  MD MESA (Math, Engineering, Science Achievement) Program  Provides Books in Baskets or Bags to create In-home Libraries for disadvantaged children in Howard County.  Established and supports the Continental Reading Loft at Roslyn Rise’s Black Student Achievement Program  Sponsored Personal Development, Career Education, Social Etiquette workshops in our partnership with the Girl Power Mentoring Program

5  Cultural & Educational Field Trips: Great Blacks in Wax Museum, Holocaust Museum, Myerhoff and Strathmore Concerts including The Soulful Symphony, Peabody Concert Series featuring students from their Conservatory of Music, and White House for tours and Trips to New York to include seeing Julius Ceasar with and sightseeing with Employment Training Programs  Recreation and Fun Trips & Activities included the White House Easter Egg Roll, trips to the following amusement parks: Hershey Park in Pennsylvania, Six Flags America in Largo, MD; Kings Dominion in VA  Sponsors a Summer Youth Employment Program for High School Students  Participates as judges for MD MESA (Math, Engineering, Science Achievement) Program  Volunteer to conduct “Mock Job Interviews” for students attending the Homewood School (an alternative school) and Mount Hebron High School

Sponsorships  Arundel Amusement, Inc.  Howell Funeral Home  Howard County Hospital  Edgecombe & Associates

Scholarship Activities  Established and provides funds for the Continental Memorial Scholarship for Sarah Clark, a chapter member, who lost her life in the 9/11 tragedy while accompanying some children from her school on a trip to California  Provided tuition scholarships for children from the Rideout Heath and Rosyln Rise Community Housing Complexes to attend the Howard Community College: Kids on Campus Program  Provided ten $1,000 scholarships to Girl Power Mentoring participants who go to college  Provided book scholarships for participants in the Summer Youth Employment Program go to college  Provided $100 annually toward the Howard County Foundation for Educational and Cultural Achievement, Inc.

Grants  First Books Annual Grants average around $3,500 in books Annually  Continental Internal Small Grants – received 2 ($500 & $250)  University of the District of Columbia – 1 time grant in the amount of $5,000  Edgecombe & Associates $1500.00 Annually

6 National Awards – HEER  2014 – 1st Place Employment & 3rd Place Overall  2013 – 3rd Place Overall  2012 – 1st Place Employment  2011 – 1st Place Health  2010 – 1st Place Overall  2009 – 1st Place Employment  2008 – 1ST Place Education  2007 – 2nd Place Recreation  1999 – Outstanding Service Award Howard County MD

Member National Officers and Committee Chairs  Sandra Edgecombe—Economic Development Chair  Lois Grisby –Economic Development Chair  Ethel Hill – Membership  Ethel Hill – National Parliamentarian 1998-2000

Partnerships  Swansfield Elementary School – Howard County Public Schools  Cradlerock School – Howard County Public Schools  Black Student Achievement Program – Howard County Community Housing  Girl Power Mentoring Program – Mount Pisgah AME Church  Hopkins United Methodist Church – Boys and Girls Mentoring Program  Howard County Maryland Head Start Program

Member Accomplishments and Highlights for 2002 -2011

Ethel B. Hill, founder of the Columbia, Maryland Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc., was inducted in the Howard County Women’s Hall of Fame on March 11, 2010. Ethel was recognized by the Howard County Commission for Woman for her many achievements and endless support of the community. Her civic engagement in Howard County spans four continuous decades, and has influenced the social, cultural, and political well-being of the whole community. She is an extraordinary woman who has made substantial and tangible differences. In 2011 Ethel B. Hill founder the Thurgood Marshall Democratic Club of Howard County, Maryland.

Dorothy L. Moore, member of the Columbia, Maryland Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc., was honored at The Council of Elders’ First Community Black History Month Celebration on February 3, 2010. She was recognized for her extraordinary efforts to improve the lives of children living in Ghana, West Africa. Some of the projects spearheaded by Dorothy include the building of a school for preschool children, establishing a scholarship program for refugees living in Ghana who families

7 couldn’t afford to send them to school, and the renovation of an elementary school in she Village of Asiakwa. In 2001, Dorothy Moore was honored by the Breuto Clan of Asiakwa, West Africa when they honored her by installing her a Queen Mother of their village. In 2000, Dorothy Moore was inducted in the Howard County Women’s Hall of Fame.

Sandra E. Edgecombe received 2011 Continental Hall of Fame Award Continental Sandra E. Edgecombe has committed herself to volunteerism for more than five decades. This commitment supports her philosophy that everyone has a responsibility to help others who may be less fortunate. She received the State of Maryland’s Governor’s Citation for outstanding commitment to the children of Howard County

Other Chapter Continentals making news are:

Continental Marion H. Harris, DPA, is Chairperson of Bowie State University’s Department of Public Management, Marketing and Public Administration. Dr. Harris was the inaugurator of the Master of Public Administration Degree Program at Bowie and spearheaded the 2010 accreditation process for the MPA Degree. We congratulate her on her many publications and look forward to the release of Innovations in Small Businesses and Entrepreneurship in the Spring of 2011 which she co-authored with Dr. Faith Alsaaty.

Accolades go to Attorney Jo M. Glasco, who coordinated the registration efforts in Columbia, MD for the NBA Law & Religion Conference held on April 30-May 1, 2010. The very successful conference focused on The Church & The Law: Practical Considerations for Church Leaders and Church Lawyer. It was a first step to provide advice for church leaders as they move forward in the current environment where laws are changing.

CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES, INCORPORATED History of the Dallas Chapter The Dallas Chapter was formed under the leadership of Millie Montgomery on July 19, 1980 and was held at the Hilton Hotel. The National President at that time was Rosa S. Stanback. The sponsoring chapter was New York, New York. Twelve dynamic and spirited ladies of the Dallas Metroplex joined for the express purpose of improving the socioeconomic and cultural welfare of underprivileged children and youth. The Dallas chapter was installed after the 25th National Conclave and became the 30th chapter to be installed into Continental Societies, Inc. The Dallas Chapter resides in the Midwest-Western Region. The original charter members were Patricia Brown, Jennifer Clark, Earlene Deere, Joan Sessoms Ford, Eddie Bernice Johnson, Cheryl Malone, Vernil Mitchell, Millie Montgomery (Founder), Yvonne Robinson, Mildred Thomas, Charlie Mae Warbington, and Chequeta Wright. The Dallas Chapter has continued to make an influence in the community under the leadership of 15 committed women: Judith T. Nix (Current President); Louise W. Davis, Gloria H. Lett, Doncella Milton, Rita C. White, Hortense Ransom, Ruby Fulsom, Helen Watkins. Charlie M. Warbington, Chequeta Wright, Yvonne Robinson, Joan S. Ford, Jennifer Clark, Cheryl Malone and founder, Millie Montgomery. Throughout the earlier years, the Dallas, Texas chapter developed a program agenda and laid the platform for a number of key programs, which remain an integral part of the organization’s activities. The chapter participated in a host of innovative programs including a space camp in Alabama where children were sent for a STEM experience. The chapter provided the transportation. In a partnership with the Dallas Morning News, support for homeless families, women and children included a donation of household goods and clothing. This was an extensive program which included the payment of rent, furniture, and clothing, a “ready for occupancy” experience for the family. Other new programs were introduced and partnerships developed with various organizations including Parkland Hospital Nursery, Dallas Black Firefighters Association, the African American Museum and Bishop College.

1 Highpoints during our 36-year history include:

2 National Conclaves

June, 1992 – Joan Sessoms Ford, Conclave Chair “Making Dreams a Reality: Helping Our Youth Soar to New Heights” The Westin Hotel - Galleria

June 2013 – Louise W. Davis, Conclave Chair “Connecting Continentals, Empowering and Inspiring Continentals to Better Serve Children” Embassy Suites Dallas Frisco Hotel Convention Center & Spa

1 National Board Meeting November 11-12, 2005 Hilton at Lincoln Square

Lillian Parks Thomas Award Rita C. White, 2014

Hall of Fame Members Ruby Fulsom, 2001 Rita C. White, 2005 Hortense Ransom, 2007 Louise W. Davis, 2013

The chapter’s first annual Naw’lins Mardi Gras Jam was held in 1992. Early on local celebrities included Clarice Tinsley, news anchor for FOX 4 News and husband Steven Giles served as Mardi Gras King and Queen. Since then, this annual fundraiser has become the premiere event for the local chapter. Various prominent businesses, community and political leaders have joined the chapter throughout the years to celebrate this annual event.

Midwest-Western Regional Board Meetings

The Dallas Chapter hosted its first Midwest-Western Regional meeting in 1995 in Dallas, Texas and again in 2002 and 2009.

Midwest-Western Regional Directors

Rita C. White, 6th Regional Director 2007-2009

2 Louise W. Davis, 8th Regional Director 2011-2015

Judith T. Nix, 9th Regional Director 2015 - Present

Helen Burnett Leadership Award Recipients This award is presented in memory of our first Regional Director, Helen Lawrence Burnett, founding member of the Chicago chapter of the Continental Societies, Inc., serving as Regional Director Emeritus for several years. Doncella Milton Dallas 2009 Rita C White Dallas 2010 Hortense C Ransom Dallas 2011 Louise W Davis Dallas 2012 Judith T Nix Dallas 2013

Dallas has sponsored 2 Chapters Houston Metropolitan Chapter, 2004 Oklahoma City Chapter, 2011 The Dallas Chapter Scholarship program has transformed, making the effort to meet some of the increased needs of the many desiring an education in the Dallas Metropolitan areas. We have provided many scholarships to deserving high school students going on to a four-year college. Additionally, we implemented a scholarship renewal program as a part of our general scholarship program which allows our four-year recipients to receive a renewal each year that they maintain a verifiable GPA of 2.75.

Recognizing that many student’s desire for an education did not include a four-year program, we continued to push forward in our scholarship program offerings by developing and implementing a Technical Scholarship Program in 2009, which offered smaller scholarships for those who were interested in two-year program.

3 The Dallas Chapter has participated in many programs throughout the years. The Literary programs at the Majestic Theater served thousands of children with reading. We have provided over 30,000 new and used books for Children. Some of the new programs created have been the Annual Cereal Drive which has provided over 1,500 boxes of cereal. The annual Thanksgiving Basket activity was designed to provide a traditional Thanksgiving dinner for families in need; the WAR program addressing Writing, Attendance and Reading in schools. Through the Colgate Dental’s Van partnership, over 3,000 children have been provided free dental screenings and oral health kits; local health fairs have provided valuable information on juvenile diabetes, asthma and nutrition. Located in the heart of the city in Laurel, MS, the Outdoor Classroom Garden has provided a great learning experience for children and hosted several educational activities.

The Dallas chapter is well respected and is considered the “go to” organization in that other organizations, agencies, and groups contact us to form partnerships, to seek out our volunteer services, and to request that we simply “lend-a-hand” during many of their community functions. The Dallas chapter has won numerous awards for their contributions and service to the Dallas Fort Worth communities. Today, the Dallas chapter remains a vibrant chapter that continues the work of serving children throughout the Dallas and surrounding communities.

4 Continental Societies, Incorporated, Dallas Chapter, was chartered on July 19, 1980 by the following dynamic and spirited ladies of the Dallas Metroplex for the express purpose of improving the socioeconomic and cultural welfare of underprivileged children and youth: Patricia Brown, Jennifer Clark, Earlene Deere, Joan Sessoms Ford, Eddie Bernice Johnson, Cheryl Malone, Vernil Mitchell, Millie Montgomery (Founder), Yvonne Robinson, Mildred Thomas, Charlie Mae Warbington, and Chequeta Wright. The New York Chapter served as the sponsor for the Dallas Chapter. Dallas became the 30th chapter to be installed into Continental Societies, Inc. The Dallas Chapter resides in the Midwest-Western Region.

Living chapter organizers are Patricia Brown, Jennifer Clark, Earlene Deere, Joan Sessoms Ford, Eddie Bernice Johnson, Cheryl Malone, Vernil Mitchell, Millie Montgomery (Founder), Yvonne Robinson, Mildred Thomas and Chequeta Wright. Deceased chapter organizers are Charlie Mae Warbington and Chequeta Wright.

Current and past presidents – Judith T. Nix (Current President); Louise W. Davis, Gloria H. Lett, Doncella Milton, Rita C. White, Hortense Ransom, Ruby Fulsom, Helen Watkins. Charlie M. Warbington, Chequeta Wright, Yvonne Robinson, Joan S. Ford, Jennifer Clark, Cheryl Malone and founder, Millie Malone.

5 Continental Societies, Inc. is the quintessential volunteer organization that has built a foundation based on giving. The members are proud, dedicated and responsible. As partners with the Dallas Independent School District, the Boys and Girls Club along with several other national and local service organizations, the Continentals have established a proven track record of trust and reliability. But it is through the support of our patrons and corporate sponsors that this organization is able to provide quality opportunities. Such partnerships have included Big Lots, Charlie and Rozene Pride, Colgate Palmolive Company, Chamberlain Ballet Company, Texas Rangers Baseball, Dallas Mavericks, City of Laurel, MS, National Cowboys of Color Museum and Hall of Fame and the list can goes on and on.

Our Focus The primary focus was to provide programs that benefited needy children and youth in Health, Education, Employment, Recreation, plus Arts and Humanities. Today the Dallas Chapter continues to carry on that vision and focus as we continue to monitor the needs of children in our communities. Programs have included partnerships with Aetna and Judge Glenda Hatchett's National Anti-Obesity Campaign, the Environmental Protection Agency with Asthma programs, and support from Dallas Area Rapid Transit with our 5th annual Cereal Drive. We maintain our support to Plano Children's Medical Clinic with assistance for immunizations and medical supplies. Continentals provide tutoring, mentoring, chess camps, literacy programs and apparel donations.

Today, we are putting special emphasis on bullying prevention and awareness. Commitment, sisterhood and friendship are the foundations of our organization that have kept us in this spirit of service and the Dallas Chapter is proud to serve children along with our other forty-five chapters throughout the United States, the District of Columbia and Bermuda.

We support children through outreach programs, in youth centers, schools, pediatric wards, homes for the delinquent and wherever there is a need. Continentals volunteer through tutoring, mentoring, after-school programs, health events, food drives, clothes donations, walk- a-thons and much more.

Throughout the earlier years, the Dallas, Texas chapter developed a program agenda and laid the platform for a number of key programs, which remain an integral part of the organization’s activities. The chapter first participated in a host of innovative programs including a space camp in Alabama where children were sent for a STEM experience. The chapter provided the transportation. In a partnership with the Dallas Morning News, support for homeless families, women and children included a donation of household goods and clothing. This was an extensive program which included the payment of rent, furniture, and clothing, a “ready for occupancy” experience for the family.

The 1990s In 1992 the Dallas chapter hosted the National Conclave welcoming sisters throughout the organization. This was the first time the conclave was held in Dallas and Joan Sessoms Ford was the Conclave Chair. New programs were introduced and partnerships developed with various

6 organizations including Parkland Hospital Nursery, Dallas Black Firefighters Association, the African American Museum and Bishop College.

The Dallas Chapter hosted its first regional meeting in 1995 in Dallas, Texas. The chapter’s first annual Naw’lins Mardi Gras Jam was held in 1992. Later on local celebrities included Clarice Tinsley, news anchor for FOX 4 News and husband Steven Giles served as Mardi Gras King and Queen. Since then, this annual fundraiser has become the premiere event for the local chapter. Various prominent businesses, community and political leaders have joined the chapter throughout the years to celebrate this annual event.

The 2000s Continental Societies, Inc., National Hall of Fame award is presented to outstanding Continentals. An award is presented to a member from each of the four regions and is presented during the odd numbered years at the National Conclave. The Dallas chapter (Midwest-Western Region) is proud to have had four extraordinary members inducted into the Continental Societies, Incorporated National Hall of Fame. Ruby Fulsom Inducted 2001 Rita C. White Inducted 2005 Hortense Ransom Inducted 2007 Louise W. Davis Inducted 2013.

In 2002 and 2009, the Dallas Chapter again hosted the Midwest-Western Region.

From 2007-2009, Rita C White of the Dallas Chapter, served as the sixth regional director of the Midwest-Western Region. She worked to build chapter to chapter communication along with leadership among members within the region. During this administration several firsts were introduced by Director Rita White, the first was the idea of “a regional expansion team” for the region and secondly the Helen Lawrence Burnett Leadership Award was initiated to a deserving Continental in the region who has exhibited outstanding leadership qualities in not only meeting but exceeding the mission of Continentals. Additionally, Rita introduced a program “Souls of Black Girls” with the hope it would be instituted in the region.

In 2011, Louise W Davis of Dallas, TX, served as the eighth regional director of the Midwest- Western Region. Louise W Davis, is a strong promoter of the committed unity of the Midwest-

7 Western Region. She advocates for continued communication of the chapters as well as a strong unity of executive board members through constant communication via conference calls, written communication among members on a regular basis. The Midwest-Western continued its expansion during her tenure as director the Little Rock, Arkansas Chapter was chartered on May 26, 2012 during her 1st term.

Since July 2015, Judith T. Nix of Dallas, TX, has served as the ninth regional director of the Midwest- Western Region. Her goal is to enhance the membership experience on several levels. First by stabilizing the chapters with smaller membership. Secondly by inducting two more chapters in the region by end of 2017. Finally another aim of hers is to promote the accurate reporting of in-kind data and administrative reporting from the chapters.

In 2013, the chapter hosted the National Convention again which included the induction of National President Edna Lee Moffitt. Throughout the years, the chapter focused on continuing to provide a diverse programming agenda to meet the needs of the community. New programs were introduced and partnerships developed with various organizations including the Chamberlain Ballet Company, the NBMOA | National Black McDonald's Operators Association and the Medical Center of Plano.

In 2015, the Dallas Chapter celebrated in grand style our 35th anniversary with over 600 friends in attendance at the New Orleans Mardi Gras Ball.

Dallas Chapter Continental Outdoor Garden On August 16, 2007 an idea to install an Outdoor Classroom Garden in the community was conceived by Dallas member Doncella Milton. Continentals wanted to provide programming for students with an abundance of time on their hands, but the majority of them lacked leisure awareness. The purpose of the outdoor classroom garden is to provide outdoor, hands-on science education to students in grades K-6 elementary schools. The target students during the school hours are 4th, 5th and 6th graders. These students have science as a separate class, allowing them to practice and learn in the garden instruction given in the classroom. The outdoor classroom garden will also assist the schools in enhancing their core curriculum in all Continental five-point programmatic thrust, health, education, employment plus arts and humanities.

Over the past eight years we have seen unimaginable growth in the garden. Children are often seen flocking to the garden after school wanting to help plant and harvest. For some children, it has been a safe haven while learning all about gardening.

Continental’s Outdoor Classroom is one of the coolest programs we have ever developed. The Continentals have pulled together an entire community for an out of the box outdoor garden project. We have taken the idea of raised bed gardening to a new level. Students have caused their families to plant vegetables gardens in their backyards. The garden has won multiple awards.

Scholarship Programs Since 2002 the Dallas chapter scholarship has metamorphosed and changed, making the effort to meet some of the increased needs of the many desiring an education in the Dallas Metropolitan areas. We have provided many scholarships to deserving high school students going on to a four-year college, like many other organizations, starting small because of limited funds. In 2007 we implemented a scholarship renewal program as a part of our general scholarship program which allows our four-year recipients to receive a renewal each year that they maintain a GPA of 2.75, verified by their most current transcript and accompanied by a Letter of Request.

In 2013, the chapter implemented the Paul Quinn Scholarship at Paul Quinn College, which awards a one thousand dollar scholarship ($1,000.00) annually to an incoming freshman from the Dallas Metro area to Paul Quinn College. Finally, to date, the Dallas Chapter has been instrumental in students receiving over $250,000.00 in scholarships. Continental women internationally strive to adhere to the humanitarian precept of sharing with those in need. Nationally, regionally and locally, Continentals have created innovative activities while they volunteer their time through outreach programs in youth centers, schools, and

9 pediatric wards, homes for the displaced, disadvantaged and challenged youth. Continentals volunteer innovatively through our Five-Point Programmatic Thrust, HEER plus Arts and Humanities.

Over the past thirty-six years, the chapter has proudly served more than four million children in our community. We have provided programming, scholarships and activities to students in Dallas and surrounding counties. Today we continue to follow the road of our founders, twelve outstanding women.

Lillian Parks Thomas Award The Lillian Parks Thomas Award is the highest award presented by the Continental Societies, Inc. This award is presented at the National Conclave in each even number year (2014, 2016, etc.). This award is presented to a Continental Sister who exemplifies the life, work and commitment of Continental Sister Lillian Parks Thomas. The Dallas chapter (Midwest-Western Region) is proud to have one member presented this prestigious award. This award was presented to Rita C. White at the 2014 conclave.

Helen Burnett Leadership Award Implemented in 2009, this award is presented yearly to a deserving, dedicated Continental at the Midwest-Western Regional Conference. It is given for extraordinary service on the local, regional and national levels.

This award is presented in memory of our first Regional Director, Helen Lawrence Burnett, founding member of the Chicago chapter of the Continental Societies, Inc., serving as Regional Director Emeritus for several years.

Each recipient must be nominated by her chapter. This award is presented at the Regional Conference.

Dallas Chapters members who have been awarded the Helen Lawrence Burnett Leadership Award: Doncella Milton Dallas 2009 Rita C White Dallas 2010 Hortense C Ransom Dallas 2011

10 Louise W Davis Dallas 2012 Judith T Nix Dallas 2013

The Dallas chapter is well respected and is considered the “go to” organization in that other organizations, agencies, and groups contact us to form partnerships, to seek out our volunteer services, and to request that we simply “lend-a-hand” during many of their community functions. The Dallas chapter has won numerous awards for their contribution and service to the Dallas Fort Worth communities. Today, the Dallas chapter remains a vibrant chapter that continues the work of serving children throughout the Dallas and surrounding communities.

Past and Present Members of the Dallas, Texas Chapter

Angela Allen, Gayle Barge, Veronica Beasley, Audrey Bolling, Patricia Brown, Aileen Bumphus, Jennifer Clark (Charter Member), Carol L. Coleman, Aida Y. Collins, Demetria Collins, Georgette Collins, Doris J. Collins, Rose Crum-Johnson, Mikhi Cunningham, Louise W. Davis, Earlene Deere (Charter Member), Karen Factory, Beryl M. Fields-Smith, Joan Sessoms Ford (Charter Member), Gayla Fuller, Ruby Fulsom, Marsha Gadsden, Natasha L. Greene, Channal Gross, Doris J. Hall, Ericka Harris, Nancy Harris, Barbara Hawkins, Marilyn Hayes, Tomica D. Hewlett, Eddie Bernice Johnson (Charter Member), Toni Johnson, Debra Jones, Lois Harrison- Jones, Zina M. Jordan, Karen Kelly, Melissa Maria King, Sativa Leach-Bowen, Gloria Lett, Lanese Lias, Cheryl Malone (Charter Member), Linda Marable, Brenda Marshall, Daisy M. McLaurin, Doncella Milton, Vernil Mitchell (Charter Member), Verlene D. Mitchell, Antoinette Mitchell- Morgan, Millie Montgomery (Founding Member), Vera L. Moore, Linda Morable, Linda Morant, Crystal D. Newhouse, Judith T. Nix, Alis’a Norris, Debra Peek Haynes, Laurna G. Perry, Yvette W.

11 Pierre, Rolanda Randle, Hortense C. Ransom, Donna Robertson, Janice Robinson, Yvonne Robinson (Charter Member), Gayle Rocquemore, Nikki Simms, Wasanda Simms, Linda J. Singleton, Sharron R. Steele, Priscella T. Sullivan, Beverly Sutton, Mildred Thomas, (Charter Member), Lela Thompson, Linda Threats, Lanese Tolin, Carolyn Turner, Charlie M. Warbington (Charter Member & Deceased Member), Helen Watkins, Katie Watson, Marcelle Wright, Rita C. White, Jaynaia A. Williams-Griggs, Jayshaun A. Williams, Alice Wilson, Virginia Woodbeck, Beverly Wooten, Chequeta Wright (Charter Member & Deceased Member), Mary Zimmerman.

12 HISTORY OF THE DELAWARE AREA CHAPTER

CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES, INC.

Recognizing the dire need for more hands, hearts, minds and money to aid our nation’s children at risk, and specifically in the Delaware area, our Organizer DR.JACQUELINE B. FAULCON PH.D sought help. She had been exposed to the outstanding work of the Continental Societies Incorporated through her friends the late Ora Brinkley Bundy, founder of the Philadelphia Chapter, and the late Jeanne R. Holmes, then President of the South Jersey Chapter.

Jacqueline and the late Continental Jeanne R. Holmes talked about starting a chapter in Delaware. This dialogue continued for three years. Finally, on a hot summer afternoon at the Back Burner Restaurant in Hockessin, August 1990, the nucleus of our unique chapter was formed. Dr. Jacqueline B. Faulcon called upon her dear friends Arthur Mae Rice in Chester County, and the late Dr. Mary G. Wyche Ph.D., in Dover, Delaware for assistance in identifying women who sought to aid children with special needs with devotion, creativity, service and love.

Continental Jeanne introduced us to the new South Jersey Chapter President, the late Continental Harriet Porter, who outlined our duties and placed us in the loving hands of the late Continental Edna Calhoun, National Membership Chair. We LOVED you, Continental Edna. She sent us our materials and we got to work with the Chester County Region Head Start Programs.

The late Continental Edna, members of the Washington, D.C. chapter, Continental National President Evelyn Means, our sponsoring chapter president, Continental Jean Milan, liaison, the late Continental Jeanne Holmes and others attended one of our monthly meetings at the Christiana Hilton Inn. What an inspirational session!

The Installation weekend was held at the Christiana Hill Inn, Newark, Delaware, during the weekend of August 16 - 18, 1991. A festive weekend began with a Get Acquainted Luncheon on August 16, 1991. The chapter was honored to have in attendance Continental Evelyn Means, our National President; the late Continental Dee Evelyn Matthews, National Vice President; the late Continental Edna Calhoun, National Membership Chairperson; officers of our sponsoring chapter (South Jersey), as well as other visiting Chapter Officers and members. Following the Luncheon, the visiting Continentals were taken on a sight seeing tours with the assistance of Continental Guys Clarence Faulcon and Tom Hudgins such as the Winterthur Museum and Garden. Several Delaware historical galleries were visited and artifacts were displayed. After the tour, an exquisite dinner was held in Hunan’s Chinese Restaurant located in Branmar Plaza. One of the highlights of the evening was a buffet dinner, games and dancing with the theme – Charleston Back To The Roaring Twenties With The Prospective Delaware Area Chapter.

1 Serving as Chairperson of the Installation Weekend was President Dr. Jacqueline B. Faulcon, Co- Chairperson was the Vice President , the late Dr. Mary G. Wyche. Sub-Committee chairs were Mrs. Anne Martin and Mrs. Jennie S. Hudgins.

The morning of August 17, 1991 included a Diamond Continental Prayer Breakfast, an orientation period and a very impressive Installation Ceremony. Following the Installation, a Luncheon-Fashion Show was held. Among those in attendance were State Public Officials, and representatives from the three agencies selected to be recipients of our fund raiser for this year. These agencies were: Child, Incorporated, Children’s Bureau and Delaware Guidance Services for Children. Congratulatory letters were sent by the Governor of the State of Delaware, the Mayor of Wilmington as well as other State Officials. Thus, the dynamic, splendiferous 36th chapter of The Continental Societies, Inc. was born. A Continental Brunch ended the weekend – August 18, 1991.

THE DELAWARE AREA CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES, INC. DELAWARE AREA CHAPTER,

CONTINENTAL CHARTER OFFICERS AND MEMBERS:

DR. JACQUELINE B. FAULCON PH.D, ORGANIZER AND PRESIDENT

DR. MARY G. WYCHE PH.D., VICE PRESIDENT

YVONNE B. TONEY, CORRESPONDING SECRETARY

ANN B. MARTIN, FINANCIAL SECRETARY

JEANNE S. HUDGINS, TREASURER

GLORY JUBILEE, CHAPLIN

POLLY A. MATTISON, PARLIAMENTARIAN

ANN E. CORNELIUS AERIE

CHERIE CONGO

JACQUELYNE W. GORUM

CHARLENA V. NEWELL

ARTHUR MAE RICE

DR. JUDITH A.W. THOMAS, PH.D.

YVONNE B. TONEY

2 EFFIE A. WALKER

COLORS

RED, WHITE, AND GREEN

MOTTO

“THE LIVES OF OUR CHILDREN ARE IN OUR HANDS”

DELAWARE AREA CHAPTER MEMBERSHIP INDUCTION DATES

AUGUST 17, 1991

ANN E. CORNELIUS AERIE

BARBARA B. CLOSSON

CHERIS D. CONGO

DR. JACQUELINE B. FAULCON

CORRINE J. FREEMAN (TRANSFER)

JACQUELYNE W. GORUM

JENNIE S. HUDGINS

GLORY J. JUBILEE

ANN B. MARTIN

POLLY A. MATTISON

CHARLENA V. NEWELL

ARTHUR MAE RICE

DR. JUDITH A.W. THOMAS

YVONNE D. TONEY

EFFIE A. WALKER

DR. MARY G. WYCHE

AUGUST 21, 1993

IDA BOWERS

JOAN EMERSON

KAY ROYSTER

NOVEMBER 16, 1995

DR. ALMA C. ALLEN

NANCY H. JENKINS

NOVEMBER 16, 1996

DEBRA WYATTE-ELAM

DORTHY W. YOUNG

AUGUST 16, 1997

PATRICIA A. BENNETT

ONEITA F. MARSHALL

DEBRA C. Mc FADDEN

BETTY M. PARK

M. DENISE TOLLIVER

AUGUST 15, 1998

DR. SYDNEY A. BECKETT

THYRA C. BRUMSKILL

ZULME “NUFFIE” CALLOWAY

JANICE DAVIS-ROGERS

MARCH 1999

MARY ANN MILLER (TRANSFER)

DECEMBER 2000

DR. GLADYS M. GLOVER

SEPTEMBER 2001

D. ANITA ATCHISON (TRANSFER)

NOVEMBER 22, 2003

BEVERLY G. BELL

PATRICIA COX

CLARA M. GRAHAM

SERENA PATRICK

RAE ‘NITA L. H. SHAZIER

NOVEMBER 20, 2004

PHYLLIS COLLINS

KYLIE LAWS

SYLBLE PINKERTON

SANYA ROGERS

NOVEMBER 2005

TANYA BELL-HYNSON

NOVEMBER 21, 2009

CAROL BREVETT

CRYSTAL SIMMONS

CHAPTER PRESIDENTS

DR. GLADYS M. GLOVER, PH.D. 2015 –

5 SERENA M. PATRICK 2013 – 2015, 2011 – 2013, 2009 – 2011

DR. GLAYDYS M. GLOVER, PH.D. 2007 – 2009, 2005 - 2007

PATRICIA A. BENNETT 2003 - 2005

YVONNE D. TONY 2001 – 2003, 1999 - 2001

JENNIE S. HUDINS 1997 – 1999, 1995 - 1997

DR. JACQUELINE B. FAULCON, ORGANIZER 1993 – 1995, 1991 – 1993

CHARTER MEMBERS WHO BECAME ORGANIZERS

1. BARBARA CLOSSON STALLWORTH AND LINDA MEAD ORGANIZED THE PHILADELPHIA METROPOLITAN CHAPTER 2. ARTHUR MAE RICE ORGANIZED THE TRIAD ROWAN CHAPTER OF GREENSBORO, NORTH CAROLINA

NECROLOGY

1. ANN A. AERIE 2. DR. ALMA ALLEN 3. ZULME “NUFFIE” CALLOWAY 4. DR. MARY GREEN WYCHE 5. EFFIE A. WALKER

RECIPIENTS AND AWARDS FROM 1991 – 2015

ACADEMY OF DELAWARE STATE UNIVERSITY (SATURDAY)

ADOPT A FAMILY

ADOPT A SCHOOL

ALMA C. ALLEN SPECIAL DELAWARE AREA SCHOLARSHIP

AMERICAN LUNG ASSOCIATION SPACE CAMP

ANN AERIE SCHOLARSHIP

ANOINTED MOVEMENT DANCE COMPANY AND SCHOOL

ARTHUR MAE WINFORD RICE SCHOLARSHIP EBONY JONES

BEST FRIENDS H.B. DUPONT MIDDLE SCHOOL

6 CAB CALLOWAY FOUNDATION & SCHOOL OF PERFORMING ARTS

CHARLES A. MELTON ARTS AND EDUCATION CENTER

CHILDREN AND FAMILIES FIRST, INC.

CHESTER COUNTY FAMILY ACADEMY

CHRISTIAN YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUE

CHRISTINA CULTURAL ARTS CENTER

CHRISTINA SCHOOL DISTRICT HOMELESS PROGRAM

COATESVILLE DAY CARE

COLEMEN MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

COUNCIL OF YOUTH MINISTRY BETHEL AME CHURCH

DELAWARE DIAMONDS TRACK CLUB

DELAWARE FUTURES

DELAWARE GUIDANCE SERVICES FOR CHILDREN & YOUTH, INC.

DOWNTOWN YWCA AT WALNUT STREET

EASTSIDE STEPPERS UNIFORMS

FIGURES IN MOTION-ICE SKATERS

GIRL SCOUTS OF CHESAPEAKE BAY COUNCIL, INC.

GIRLS, INC. KIWANIS BRANCH

GRAND OPERA HOUSE SCHOOL TO WORK PROGRAM

GREATER WILMINGTON YOUTH ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION

HARLAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

HIGHWAY GOSPEL CHURCH – ETIQUETTE CLUB

HILLTOP LUTHERAN NEIGHBORHOOD CENTER, INC.

JACQUELINE B. FAULCON SCHOLARSHIPS - MUSIC SCHOOL OF DELAWARE

7 KIDS FOR CHRIST CAMP EZION MOUNT CARMEL UM CHURCH

KINGSWOOD COMMUNITY CENTER, INC.

MOTHER AFRICAN UNION CHURCH – KWANZAA CAMP AND

UJIMA AFTER SCHOOL ENRICHMENT PROGRAM

MUM PRAISE YOUTH DANCERS

M.E. HERRING DAY CARE CENTER

PRESIDENT PRIMARY SCHOOL – EAST LONDON, SOUTH AFRICA

RAINBOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL – COAESVILLE, PA.

READ ALOUD DELAWARE

READ ACROSS AMERICA

READ ME A STORY

RONALD McDONALD HOUSE

SHILOH BAPTIST CHURCH SCHOLARSHIP MINISTRY

SKYLINE MIDDLE SCHOOL CULTURAL ARS FIELD TRIP

TAU ETA BETA – CHI ETA PHI SOROTIY (UNDERGRADUATE NURSES)

THE WILMINGTON LIBRARY FAIR AND CHILDREN’S SERVICE, ALSO

WITH CONTINENTAL GUYS SUPPORT - SUMMER READING PROGRAMS,

CONTINENTAL GUY DR. CLARENCE A. FAULCON AND CONTINENTAL JENNIE S. HUDGINS

CENTRAL LIBRARY PROPOSAL HELPED THE STATE OF DELAWARE WIN THE MELINDA AND BILL GATES GRANT TO THE DELAWARE LIBRARY SYSTEM

WILMINGTON LITTLE LEAGUE

WILMINGTON YOUTH JAZZ BAND

Durham Chapter CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES, INC.

The Continental Societies, Inc. is a national organization founded in 1956 and structured to foster, promote and improve the welfare of disadvantaged and underprivileged children and youth.

On July 26, 1978, a group of interested women in Durham, North Carolina were called together by Lillie Edwards and Gracie Rogers to discuss the objectives and purposes of the Continental Societies, Inc. The desire to organize the second chapter in the state was born from this discussion. Contact was made and plans were underway for the Goldsboro Chapter Continental Societies to sponsor the Durham group.

On March 24, 1979 installation services were held at the Best Western Hotel in Durham and eleven energetic and dedicated women became charter members of the Durham Chapter Continental Societies, Inc. In addition, new members were installed in May 1980, August 1983, September 1985, December 1992, March 1996, March 2005, October 2008 and March 2014. The Durham Chapter is a member of the Mid Atlantic Region.

The Durham Chapter has been fortunate to have dynamic leadership throughout the years. Presidents of the organization include Gracie Rogers, Organizer, Lillie Edwards, Organizer, Diane Sanford, Georgetta Parker, Barbara Foskey, Delores Plummer, Forsythia Powell and current President, Carolyn Crump.

Projects and programs for youth in the Durham Community are planned in the areas of health, education, employment, recreation + arts and humanities. Chapter activities during the past thirty-seven years have been varied and purposeful. Listed below are just some of the many programs and projects sponsored and/or supported through the years by the Durham Chapter Continentals.

 Annual educational scholarships for students attending North Carolina Central University;  College Connection Tours to colleges and universities in North Carolina and Virginia;  Camperships for youth referred by Durham County Social Services, W. D. Hill Recreation Center, Cooperative Extension Services, Community Centers and others;  Annual donations of gifts, toys, furniture, clothes, money and personal items for needy families especially at Thanksgiving and Christmas and throughout the year;  Employment and health workshops for teens and Black History programs for middle school youth;

1  Many volunteer hours mentoring students at the local elementary, middle and high schools and monetary donations to agencies and groups such as John Avery Boys & Girls Club, Diabetes Foundation, Sickle Cell Anemia, youth departments of local churches, Salvation Army, United Negro College Fund, Project Graduation, Headstart, City and County Health Fairs, Project Literacy, Durham Striders, school book fairs and many more;  Annual “Lunch and Learn with Santa” for pre-schoolers, an annual Princess Tea Party for second and third graders and recreational outings for children and youth of all ages;  Annual African American Read In at local elementary schools and day care centers.  Dental screenings with Colgate through its Bright Smiles Bright Futures program.

There is still much work to be done, but we will continue to invest our time and resources; serve as role models, mentors and friends; and build bridges for children and youth in the 21st Century.

2 Continental Societies, Inc. Goldsboro Chapter Continental Societies, Inc. Abbreviated History in observance of Continental Societies’ Inc. 60th Anniversary

The Goldsboro Chapter, Continental Societies, Inc. was the first Chapter installed in North Carolina. In February 1961, the chapter was officially installed by the sponsor, the Newport- News, Virginia Chapter under the leadership of President Clara N. Faulcon.

Pursuant to the Articles of Incorporation, the number of directors constituting the initial Board of Directors shall be five and the names and addresses of the persons who are to serve as directors until the first meeting of the corporation or until their successors are elected and qualified are: Gertrude A. Cox, President; Dorothy D. Jones, Vice President; Berthas B. Hamer, Secretary; Willette B. Starke, Financial Secretary; Minnie G. Carney, Treasurer.

The first President and organizer was Gertrude A. Cox. The names of the sixteen charter members are: Ida Bell Aldridge, Pearlie Beamon, Minnie G. Carney, Serena Cofield, Gertrude A. Cox, Viola Crowder, Bertha B. Hamer, Geneva Hamilton, Dorothy D. Jones, Eloise Larkin, Taritha Middleton, Ernestine M. Lucas, Mary B. Smith, Willette B. Starke, Manetta C. Stovall and Ruby Whitted. Continental Minnie G. Carney is the only surviving charter member and remains active with the chapter. Since the chapter’s inception our records reflect ninety three (93) members have been inducted.

The chapter is observing its’ fifty fifth anniversary and is extremely proud of the service it has provided to thousands of children and youth in Wayne County and surrounding communities. Through the years, the members have extended themselves in endeavors designed to improve the quality of life for disadvantaged and underserved children in the areas of Health, Education, Employment, Recreation and Cultural Growth. The chapter has maintained active membership with the Mid-Atlantic Region of Continental Societies Inc. since the origin of the Regional concept. The Goldsboro Chapter has received numerous awards and citations at the organization’s regional and national conventions, and has often set the pace for other chapters to follow. Locally, the chapter has been honored and recognized an immense number of times by various organization for exemplary service to children and youth.

Major Community Organizations served include: Wayne County Schools, Goldsboro City Schools, Wayne County Boys and Girls Club, E. A House Boys Club, Wayne County Project Graduation, Wayne County School’s Partners In Education (PIE), Wayne County Department of Social Services, Gold-Wayne NAACP, UNCF, Sickle Cell Anemia Telethon, Operation Bootstrap, O’Berry Center for the (Mentally Retarded), Cherry Hospital for the (Mentally Ill), Wayne Sheltered Workshop, Cross Roads to Understanding, Miss

1 Black Teenage World Pageant, North Carolina Extension Service, WAGES-(Wayne Action Group for Economic Solvency), Special Populations, Community Affairs-City of Goldsboro, MERCI Center, Community Churches, Epicurean Civic Club, Partnership with local Sororities and Fraternities and Dillard Goldsboro Alumni Association Inc.

Exemplary Accomplishments are:

Local Level:  In 2016 0bserving 55 years of serving Children and Youth  Chapter was incorporated May 1, 1962 and the Articles of Incorporation were adopted June 11, 1962  The Chapter hosted the National Conclave in 1963 at A & T College (now N C A & T State University) and hosted the Sixteenth National Conclave in 1971 at the Goldsboro Motor Hotel  Vernal Heath and Marie Isler served as Chapter delegates to the Central Advisory Committee(CAC) and Vernal served as Treasurer in 1964  Vernal Best, Gertrude A. Cox and Eloise Larkin represented the Chapter on the first Board of Directors of Continental Societies, Inc. in 1972  Hosted the National Board Meeting in 1966 and 1978 in Goldsboro, NC  Implemented Annual Continental Pageant in 1967  Annual Scholarship Program ( Awarded thousands of dollars to graduating High School Seniors)  Accepted Co-Sponsorship in 1968 of the Empty Stocking Fund- Wayne County’s oldest charity to benefit needy Children at Christmas  Sponsored the Durham, NC Chapter- 3-2-1979 with former member of the Goldsboro Chapter, Lillie Edwards as the Organizer, Raleigh, NC Chapter, 6-1-1985, and the Wilmington Chapter, 10-26-1995  The First Award-Presented by National President Earlene Dotson to Charter Members for 40 + years of dedicated service in 2003  Chapter implemented the local Hall of Fame in 2003 under President Comatha B. Johnson  Chapter issued the First Newsletter-The Continental Link in 2006  Chapter implemented the Gertrude A. Cox Outstanding Service Award in 2007  Chapter recognized by National President Kathleen Williams for 40 years of service at their Awards Luncheon in 2001  Chapter recognized by National President Etonya Greenwood for 45 years of service at their Awards Luncheon in 20006  Gertrude A. Cox , Chapter Organizer inducted into the Wall of First by Rebuilding Broken Places

2  Chapter recognized by National President Florence Blount for dedicated service at the 50th Anniversary Celebration in 2012  National Presidents W. Chris Stewart and Edna Lee Moffitt attended our Annual Continental Pageants in 2010 and 2014 respectively  Continental Children’s Choir was established in 2010  Civic Organization of the Year- 1978, 1994, 2004, 2010-By City of Goldsboro Human Relations Award  Civic Organization of the Year-2004 and 2007- By Partners In Education (PIE) Wayne County Schools -Served as Partner will four (4) local schools  Civic Organization of the Year 2004-By Dillard-Goldsboro Alumni Association Inc.  Civic Organization of the Year 2010-By Omega Psi Phi Fraternity

Presidents listed in the order of years served: 1. Gertrude A. Cox* 1961-1965 *Deceased 2. Dorothy Jones* 1965-1967 3. Eloise Larkin* 1967-1969 4. Vernal Best 1969-1971 5. Willie Robinson 1971-1973 6. Gloria Dillehay 1973-1975 7. Ruth Overton 1975-1977 8. Dorothy Jones 1977-1981 9. Margie Cowan 1981-1983 10. Dolores Hayes 1983-1987 11. Shirley Rogers 1987-1991 12. Willie Robinson 1991-1993 13. Patricia Stokes 1993-1997 14. Anetta Reid 1997-1999 15. Comatha B. Johnson 1999-2007 16. Anetta Reid 2007-2011 17. Patricia Stokes 2011-2015 18. Dionne Johnson 2015 to Present

Regional Level  The chapter hosted the Mid-Atlantic Regional Meetings in March 1989 and March 2004. The Goldsboro Love Connection Co-Hosted the Mid-Atlantic Regional Meeting in 2015  The Chapter received the MARAT Award presented by Norma Stewart-Awards Chairperson for the Chapter that best adhered to Regional policies, procedures and program in 1989

3  Comatha B. Johnson was the first recipient of the Florence Blount Leadership Award in 2004  The chapter was the recipient of the Marquina Spencer HEER+Arts & Humanities Outstanding Chapter Award at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Meetings in 2006 and 2014  The chapter was the recipient of the Gertrude B. Logan and Edna B. Prunty Outstanding Camp Award at the Mid-Atlantic Regional Meeting in 2008, 2010, 2013 and 2015.  Sisterhood Legacy Award Recipients Comatha B. Johnson and Patricia Stoke in 2010 (Region’s Highest Award)  The Comatha B. Johnson Outstanding Member/Leadership Award was established in 2011  Shirley Rogers served as Mid-Atlantic Region’s Interim Treasurer 1990 and for the term 1991-1993, Patricia Stokes served the MAR as Recording Secretary, Chaplain and Financial Secretary  Willie Robinson served the MAR as Chaplain  Dollie Gerald served the MAR as Treasurer  Renee Henderson served the MAR as Treasurer  Comatha B. Johnson served the MAR as Sergeant-At –Arms, First Vice Regional Director and the longest serving Mid-Atlantic Regional Director (5 1/2 years).

National Level  Goldsboro Continentals using the “Helping Hand” and a boy and girl placed in the palm of a hand from the Baltimore MD and Washington, DC chapters respectively rearranged the children with their backs to the viewer. These symbols, also referred to as the insignia, are incorporated on the official seal of Continental Societies Inc. (This was a record in the National History.) 1966  The Chapter received the National President’s Award for Outstanding Community Service in 1978  Vernal Heath served as Treasurer of the Central Advisory Committee (CAC) 1964-1966  Gertrude A. Cox served as National Treasurer from 1971 to 1979  Eloise M. Larkin served as National Chaplain from 1985 to 1989  Comatha B. Johnson served as National Sergeant-at-Arms from 2003 to 2007  Patricia Stokes served as National Financial Secretary from 2003 to 2009  Patricia Stokes served as National Co-Insurance Chairperson from 2013 to 2015  Comatha B. Johnson serves as the National Credential’s Chairperson and Co-Chairperson of the National Chapter Management Committee since 2013 to the present time.  Members have served and continue to serve on various National Committees

Lillian Parks Thomas Award (Continental Societies’ Highest Award)

Gertrude A. Cox was a nominee for the Lillian Parks Thomas Award in 2000

National Hall of Fame Inductees selected by the Mid-Atlantic Region of Continental Societies, Inc.  Eloise Larkin 1993 at the Conclave in Philadelphia, Penn  Comatha B. Johnson 2007 at the Conclave in Phoenix Arizona

National Conclave Display Awards

The chapter won first place in the Display Awards in 2004 and 2007 and second place in 2000, 2002 and 2005.

Since its inception under the leadership of fourteen (14) different Chapter Presidents the Goldsboro Chapter celebrating 55 years of service strives to Reclaim Our Past , Revitalize Our Present , Recommit For Our Future while Leading, Lifting and Loving Our Children, Our Commitment, Our Concern.

The historical sense involves a perception, not only of the pastness of the past, but of its presence. T. S. Elliott

Comatha B. Johnson Goldsboro Chapter Continental Societies, Inc. Designated Historian March 28, 2016

5 History of the Solivita Polk Chapter

The induction of the new members followed a year of activities planned and implemented by the interest group (“Prospective Continentals”). The interest group was founded and organized by Continental Pamela Sykes, who had served as a member of the Metropolitan Philadelphia Area Chapter for several years before moving to Florida.

The Metropolitan Philadelphia Area Chapter served as sponsors for the new Solivita Polk Chapter, of the Southeastern Region.

Southeastern Regional Director Patricia B. Miller facilitated the project which was done by the interest group, she also helped plan the installation / initiation and nurtured the newly formed chapter. Continental Blanch Campbell, National Second Vice President (membership chair) was very supportive. Continental Florence Blount, National First Vice President, represented Continental Chris Stewart at our induction and Continental Chris Stewart, National President sent gracious good wishes and congratulations on our newly acquired status – “The Continentals of Solivita Polk”.

Our first act was to set an agenda for the remainder of our first year. We planned a fundraiser to get some funds to support our programs for the year to come. This seemed to work well and we have continued this practice of planning, estimating our funds needed and sponsoring fund raisers to support our program/s.

Since its inception, our chapter has received several regional awards and a few national. We have had one national officer, Pamela Sykes, Credentials Chair and two Regional officers, Pamela Sykes, Historian, formerly sergeant-at-arms and Alma Diggs, Scholarship Chair. In our community, we have been recognized for our charitable community work.

Charter Members of the Solivita Polk /County Chapter

Bettye Brown * Phyllis Watson *

Kathryn Butler

Saundra Davenport

Alma Diggs

Bernice Dillard

Vivian Edwards

Diane Gill

Ellie Graham

Cynthia Hobley

Julie Johnson

Linda Matthews

Helen McDowell

Diane Solomon

Pamela Sykes

Marguita Thompson CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES, INC. Houston Metropolitan Chapter

Chartered October 9, 2004

University of Houston – Central Campus, Cougar Ballroom

Seated (L-R): Rhonda Arnold, Angelia Allison, Noreen Khan-Mayberry, E. Tonya Greenwood (National President), Cheryl Butler, Dana Hollie, Daniella Landers

Standing (L-R): Juliea Robinson-Nelson, Lina Bell, Regina Deadrick, Sandra Whittaker, Camille Clarke, Marie Ervi, Karen Williams, Deborah Thigpen, Monique Ward, Kimberly Smith, Bennette Davis, Debbie Blair, Pamela Crawford, Tanjour Bowman, Keryl Morgan, Janet Mallet, Karen Aubrey, Felicia Williams

HISTORY OF THE HOUSTON METROPOLITAN CHAPTER

Spring 2004 dawned with a freshness and energy for positive change in the Houston area. A core group of women, Cheryl Nelson Butler, Rhonda Arnold, Ashleigh Rosette, Dana Hollie and Keryl Morgan met and discussed the possibility of organizing a group of women to apply for chapter affiliation with Continental Societies, Incorporated. Upon establishing contact with then National 2nd Vice President Barbara Morgan, the small group was introduced to Midwest- Western Vice Regional Director, Doncella Milton, and the process began. By mid-summer, the interest group was fully organized and performing service projects.

On October 9, 2004, the Houston Metropolitan Chapter became the sixth chapter in the Midwest-Western Region. The ceremony and chartering celebration were attended by Continentals from around the country, including National President, E. Tonya Greenwood, National 1st Vice President W. Chris Stewart, National Historian Florence Blount, National Treasurer M. Jean Cooper, Mid-Atlantic Regional Director Nancy Wilson, and Midwest-Western

1 Regional Director Constance White. Additionally, members of the Dallas Chapter (sponsoring chapter) attending were Continentals Gloria Lett, Rita White, Doncella Milton, Daisy McLauren, Louise W. Davis, Hortense Ransom and Marcia Gadsen. The official chapter organizer, president of the “interest group” and first chapter president was Cheryl Nelson Butler. Presidents, to date have been:

Cheryl Nelson Butler – 10/2004 – 12/2004 Asheligh S. Rosette – 1/2005 – 7/2005 Regina Deadrick –2005 -2009 Rhonda Arnold – 2009 – 2010 Theresa Marshall – 2010 – 2011 Regina Deadrick 2011 - Present

Since it’s chartering, the chapter has made great strides in serving children in the Greater Houston area. Over the years, programming partnerships of note have been with Varnett Schools, Yellowstone Academy, KIPP Academy Schools, Fort Bend ISD (Willowridge High School, Krista McCullough Middle School, M.R. Wood, Ridgegate Elementary), Houston ISD (Bonham Elementary, Harvard Elementary School, Jane Long Elementary), Phillip Cares, Lil’ Audrey’s Place, Ronald McDonald House, Bo’s Place, Fort Bend Community Church, Wheeler Avenue Baptist Church, The American Lung Association (for Asthma Walk), The Chocolate Bayou Festival, Sam Houston Raceway (for BOO FEST), Positive Black Male, Sylvester Turner’s Fun Day In The Park, and Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee’s Annual Toys for Kids project (11 years). The chapter has also provided volunteer support to the Colgate Van, with the “Bright Smiles, Bright Futures” projects from 2009 to present.

The chapter has hosted the Midwest-Western Regional meeting in 2008 and again in 2011. Additionally, the chapter proudly served as hosting chapter for the 58th Annual Conclave, in 2014.

The Chapter prides itself on being the “go-to” organization for volunteer services for children. Our members are dedicated to the fulfillment of the mission of our illustrious organization and since our chartering in 2004; we have worked to establish a legacy of excellence and service. Our membership continues to proudly implement relevant, award-winning programming in the areas of Health, Education, Employment, Recreation and Arts & Humanities with a cumulative total of well over 25,000 children served. We remain committed as ever to being leaders of change through advocacy and support to address the needs of children in our community.

JACKSONVILLE CHAPTER HISTORY 1989-2016

The local chapter of the Continental Societies, Jacksonville, was chartered in 1989, to serve children, sponsored by the Birmingham Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc. The following information is indicative of our service to this community, and the agencies that have been consistent in their support for our programs each year. The current membership is 23. We have served well over 25,000 children.

GRANTS and AWARDS…  In 1990 the Chapter received a $12,000 grant from the Jacksonville Sheriffs Office to implement the "Young Stars Take Flight" service project.  In 2006 the Jacksonville chapter received a $50,000 grant from the Eartha M. M. White Legacy Fund. The grant required a $15,000 match from the chapter. We currently receive approximately 2,300.00 annually from the interest on this fund.  In 2008 we received a grant for $1577.00 from the Chartrand Foundation  In 2009 we also received an additional $1,000.00 grant from the Eartha M.M. White  In 2010 we received a $4,000.00 from the Women’s Giving Alliance  In 2011 we received a $10,000.00 grant from the Urban Education Symposium  In 2016 we received $750.00 from the Community Foundation  Each year we receive $500.00 grants from State farm Insurance and  In multiple years we have received over $1,000 in grants from Citi Foundation

SERVICE OVERVIEW:

In 1991 the chapter was awarded the "HEER” (Health, Education, Employment and Recreation) Award for the “Young Stars Take Flight” project. This is the CSI National’s highest award given for service. From 1992 through 2011, the chapter has received first place National Service Awards in Education, Employment, Recreation and Arts and Humanities with the aid of grant funding. In 2014 and 2015 the chapter was awarded The National HEER 1st Place Umbrella Award for Service. 2013 – National HEER 3rd Place Award for Arts and Humanities.

College Scholarships… In service year 2001 Jacksonville’s local scholarship recipient, Crystal Johnson also won the Regional and National scholarships. The National scholarship is renewable for three years. In service year 2009 Danielle Coachman, won the local and Regional 1st place scholarships. Shanel Woodson was the 2nd place local winner. From 2005 thru 2016 the Jacksonville chapter has awarded more than $20,000 in scholarships.

1990 - 1992 - "Teen Parent Mentoring Program" A joint effort with The Jacksonville Junior League. Adopted Brentwood Teen Alliance Center – We lead varied Workshops Young Stars Take Flight - A motivational, intervention, and educational program that targeted three of the city's drug free zones, Brentwood, Sweetwater and Sherwood Forest. 1992-1995 - Annual Health and Legal Expositions, co- sponsored with Kappa Alpha PSI Fraternity at Gateway Mall, and the Teen Pregnancy Program at Beaulah Beal High School

JACKSONVILLE CHAPTER HISTORY 1989-2016

1995-1998 - "Continentals Campaigning for Children" This city-wide program followed the guidelines of the five points thrust and was presented to more than 200 children 1998-1999 - "Partnership in Education" - Adopted Spring Park Elementary School. By- weekly workshops that focused on the HEER plus Arts and Humanities thrust. Over 500 students were served.

1999-2001  GEMS (Girls Exploring Math and Sciences) Program. A three-year by-weekly mentoring program for girls ages 9-15 years old at the Bridge of N.E. Florida.  The Bridge of Northeast Florida Inc. is a 501 © (3) with our main campus located in the urban core in the Springfield neighborhood. While there are other neighborhood programs providing after school activities, only The Bridge operates a “holistic” model that addresses academics, health, social enrichment, mentoring, job skills training and jobs.

 Mentoring and Literacy Program at Kings Ridge Apartments for children 6-11 years of age. Kings Ridge is a government subsidized complex located in one of Jacksonville’s high crime communities. The children living in the apartment complex attended an after-school program that provided homework assistance, tutoring, games, and snacks. The program was augmented with a variety of workshops that focused on the HEER 5-point thrust. Additionally we served as mentors for the older kids.

 Provisional Class service projects consisted of a Halloween and Christmas celebration at the Boys Home and a donation of books for the new Library at The Pace Center.

2002 - 2005  Eugene Butler Middle School - We partnered with the Team-Up after school program leading semi-monthly Life-skills, Education, Nutrition, and Motivational skills workshops for 60 girls. Eugene Butler Middle School is located in one of the cities most blighted communities. In 2006, Eugene J. Butler Middle School had 82% of students were eligible for free or reduced price lunch programs.  NFL Mother’s Association: during Super Bowl week we co-sponsored a Shoe and Sock Give-away Program at Eugene Butler Middle School.  The Provisional Class provided Motivational Discussions and Presentations for girls ages 9-12 years old in The Azalea Project.

2005-2007...  Workshop Collaborations with Community Connections (formerly local YWCA), Big Brothers/Big Sisters and Girl Scouts of America.

JACKSONVILLE CHAPTER HISTORY 1989-2016

2007-2008  The Girls Scouts Of Gateway Council- State sponsored Get Real Mentoring Program-we were approved to involve 35 girls in the Team-up after school program at Matthew Gilbert Middle School.  Rally Readers is a program that is sponsored by the Mayor of Jacksonville. As part of our national initiative for Literacy, we read books that were provided from the Rally Readers to varied classes on a by-monthly basis at Highlands Elementary School.

2008-2010  CSI Girls on the Move at Eugene Butler Middle School. Semi-monthly workshops were held, with girls and parents on varied subjects under the HEER national guidelines. We also provided varied workshops for parents and girls at the Azalea Project. Sponsored by the Chartrand Foundation Grant… $1577.00

 CSI… Girls on the Move was specifically created for 7th grade advanced girls to experience learn and gain life skills. The Continentals, along with their parents, used the Rites of Passage Youth Empowerment Program to assist in the development of young lives. Sponsored by the Women’s Giving Alliance Grant… $4,000.00

 The Azalea Project… We conducted various workshops on finance, employment and goal setting. The Azalea Project is a targeted Healthy Start program that provides intensive case management and support to substance-affected families. A portion of the program serves pregnant women and teens in a high-risk community of Jacksonville. The programs specifically focus on pregnant women of child-bearing age, 14 to 44 years. The Jacksonville Chapter specifically worked with teens whose ages ranged from 14 to 18.

2010-2011…  We again collaborated with Community Connections (formerly local YWCA), Big Brothers/Big Sisters, and Girl Scouts of America, for involvement in the following projects:  Colgate Dental Van… Community Connections … Served 55 children  First Baptist of Oakland Youth Explosion  Tiger Academy Reading Program held every Monday…  Cathedral Arts Project at Arlington Heights Elementary… We led workshops for 3rd grade girls… 229 girls served Tuesday, 10/05 – Wolf and the Goslings (Health, National Initiative - Obesity) Tuesday, 12/07 – Movement Journey (Arts & Humanities) Tuesday, 02/08 – I Need Some Help (Education) Tuesday, 04/05 – Dancing with Props (Arts & Humanities) Spring Showcase… We assisted them at their dance recital

JACKSONVILLE CHAPTER HISTORY 1989-2016

 Fall Festival at PACE Center for Girls… Members created gift bags during regularly scheduled Business Meeting for distribution to the girls

2011-2012…  Drop Back In Academy – Book Drive  Be the Change… Sponsored by the Community Foundation Grant… $10.000.00 Forums for high school students to participate in conversations with successful role models, learn to become leaders, and voice their concerns about inhibitors to graduation. At the end of the program, we escorted six students on a Leadership Trip to Washington, DC.  First Baptist of Oakland Youth Explosion 2012-13…  “Be The Change Program”- we are continuing the forum with new students, and a Leadership Trip to Washington, DC, for 4 students, sponsored by the Community Foundation/Urban Education Symposium.  First Baptist of Oakland Youth Explosion 2014  Valor Academy, 140 students  First Baptist of Oakland Youth Explosion 2015-Present  Virtue Academy, 150 students  First Baptist of Oakland Youth Explosion

OTHER SERVICE PARTNERSHIPS  Annual Holiday Adopt-A-Family Program… This 15-year program has provided over 40 families with toys and clothing for all children in the household and gift certificates for the family’s holiday meals.  Thanksgiving Baskets of Cheer…Food items distributed to multiple families annually  Colgate Dental Van… 3 area dentists volunteered their time and expertise to provide dental screenings for 80 children... National Sponsor for Continental Societies, Inc.  Clara White Mission… donations for 25 families for Christmas  City Kidz Café… Provided nutritional meals for our field trips  Tiger Academy (YMCA)… offered in-kind donations such as meeting space and transportation  Second Harvest Food Bank… offering an opportunity to help compile food items for distribution to economically deprived families. On one weekend a month, we involve students from our program to give them the experience of helping others  Florida State College at Jacksonville… grant holder for Community Foundation  First Baptist Church of Oakland Youth Explosion… In conjunction with First Baptist Church of Oakland, the Continentals volunteer to “Meet the Need” of the

JACKSONVILLE CHAPTER HISTORY 1989-2016

Jacksonville community through a four-day event called Youth Explosion. The event provides backpacks and school supplies at the Back to School Jam, a larger health fair where students receive health screenings and required vaccinations before returning to school. We distributed back to school items to over 2,000 youth from in-kind donations, and the entertainment event is attended by over 5,000 youth and parents annually.  State Farm Insurance Company…. Provides a series of $500.00 Grants and In-Kind Donations  High Potential Youth Recognition Program…  This is a joint venture between Gamma Beta Boulé, the local chapter Sigma Pi Phi achievement of top African-American students in Duval County Public Schools annually. The Continentals partnered with organizing the event since 23% of the Chapter’s Continental Guys are members of Sigma Pi Phi.  MaliVai Washington Kids Foundation…  We collaborated with The MaliVai Washington Kids Foundation to help promote academic achievement, positive life skills, and to develop champions in the youth of Jacksonville. Our project centered around the purchase, packaging, and distribution of Christmas gifts for children and their families.

FUNDRAISERS Over the years we have hosted large and small fundraisers. Some of the larger ticketed events, and more memorable ones were the: Valentines Day Cocktail Hour featuring jazz and heavy hors deuves Mardi Gras Balls, that featured a casino and lush decorations from the masks to the authentic African décor, that was on loan to us from our African born Continental brother Dr. Ken Jones (Susan). A silent auction was also held, featuring beautiful in-kind gifts for auction. Legacy Ball honored Youth and Women from the community who had gone above and beyond servicing their community. It was a red carpet event that rivaled some. Smaller fundraisers have included a family game night and movie premiers. These events enabled the chapter to raise the $15,000.00 matching funds required for the $50,000.00 endowment grant from Earth M.M. White Legacy Fund.

Celebrating 20 Years During our 20th anniversary dinner, a very special presentation was made to Cheryl Riddick, of the Community Foundation who was representing The Eartha M. M. White Legacy Fund. The Jacksonville chapter received a $50,000 grant in 2006 from The Eartha M. M. White Legacy Fund and was required to match 30% of the grant over a three-year period. The final payment of the required match was presented by chapter President Pat Warren and Treasurer Andrea Stanley.

JACKSONVILLE CHAPTER HISTORY 1989-2016

The Chapter was also presented a check of $1,000 as a bonus for “exceptional management and execution of the required match payments.”

Celebrating 25 Years We established the annual Cotton Club Gala Event that now combines a fundraiser with our chapter anniversary.

DUES AND ASSESSMENTS These annual amounts further supplement all chapter programs under the Five Point Programmatic thrusts outlined in our national HEER+ guidelines, of the Continental Societies, Inc.

CHAPTER ORGANIZATION 1989-2016 The Jacksonville chapter was organized under the leadership of National President Edna Calhoun (D). The chapter charter President was Terry Moseley. Associate Members are Vera White, Louise Huey, and Barbara Jones.

CHAPTER PRESIDENTS 1989-2016 2013- Present Denise Coleman 2009-2013 Carla Thompson 2005-2009 Pat Warren 2001-2005 Carolyn Newton 1999-2001 Susan Jones 1995-1999 Hazel Campbell 1993-1995 Barbara Jones 1991-1993 Cynthia Austin 1989-1991 Terry Moseley

JACKSONVILLE CHAPTER HISTORY 1989-2016

CHAPTER MEMBERSHIP ROSTER (78)

Alexia Robinson Jean Aikens Alicia Smith Jean Baker Andrea Stanley Jessica Johnson Antwinette Battle Joni James Barbara Jones Keysha Wilcox Brenda Miller Kimkeshia Newton Brenda White LaShonda Johnson- Caressa Bookhart Dawkins Carla Thompson Latasha Garrison-Fulwood Carolyn Newton Lillie Jackson Catherine “Nikki” Tooley Lisa Moore Chris Smith Lois Lindsey Cindy Graham Lolita Sessoms Countess Whiteside (D) Louise Huey Cynthia Austin Maida Squaire Cynthia Brantley Marquita Guillory Cynthia Harris-Morrell Michelle Pollard Cynthia Jones-Jackson Minnie Canady Cynthia Nixon Minnie Smith Cynthia Owens Neshia Shipp Cynthia Smith (D) Pat Sams Danese Shipp-Tremble Pat Warren Deborah Green Renee Davis Deidra Franklin Robin Hill Denise Coleman Rosemary Anderson Deshanna Thomas Shauntay Ocasio Diane Parker Sheila Cuyler Diane Releford Shirley Gibbs Edna Calhoun (D) Susan Jones Edythe Abdullah Terona Feacher Elvina Parker Terri Peele Endya Cummings Terrye Mosley Frances Sneed Theresa St. Clair Frankie Stepherson Theresa Thornton Gayle Hardy Tia Story Gina Feacher-Ransom Tonette Rogers Giselle Lawson Vera White Gloria Dean-Belton Voncile White Hazel Yates-Campbell Weezie Collins (D) Janice Nelson *Deceased

7 HISTORY OF THE LAGRANGE CHAPTER

The out going National President of the Continental Societies, Inc., Mabs Kemp, is a formal resident of LaGrange, Georgia. She had continuously expressed to her friends in LaGrange a desire and need for the organization of a LaGrange Georgia Chapter of the Continental Societies, Inc. This concern for disadvantaged and underprivileged children showed her dedication. She knew there were women in LaGrange with skills and trained resources to meet the challenge.

A group of women who were interested in forming a LaGrange Chapter met on November 1975. The group, spearheaded by Ethel W. Kight and Ernestine Smith, held a second meeting in December. At this meeting an overall view of the Continental program was given by the president of the Columbus, Georgia Chapter, Rosa Stanback, who was also the outgoing National Vice President and the incoming National President of the Continental Societies, Inc.

On January 11, 1976, a group of seventeen women organized the prospective LaGrange Georgia Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc. The members were Ethel W. Kight, President; Laura Lewis, Vice-President; Ernestine Smith, Recording Secretary; Eva C. Lee, Corresponding Secretary; Rubye Griggs, Treasurer, Ruth Moore, Parliamentarian; Johnnye Hogg, Historian; Georgia Akers, Josephine Atkinson, Jan Avant, Rosa Avery, Cheris English, Jimmie R. Epps, Sharon Epps, Lerah Hughley, Elease Lynch, and Marjorie Woods.

Over the years the chapter has supported many children in LaGrange and surrounding areas. The chapter adopted a school, Dawson Street Academy, formally, (Bethlehem Academy). We supported them financially as well as with our programs in the National Five Point Thrust. HEER/ Arts and Humanities.

We have inducted many ladies over the years. Of the seventeen chartered members, two remain members of the chapter, Cheris English and Ruth Moore. Four others are still in the area. Currently, we have eight members and are working to increase that number.

At the present, we are working with Berta Weathersbee Elementary School and Ethel W. Kight Elementary School, (named for one of our chartered members, and our first president of the LaGrange Chapter.) We will sponsor the Colgate Dental Van in April, and A Mothers’ Day Brunch in May.

Our current President: Shirley B. Cox, Vice President: Diana Cofield.

LITTLE ROCK CHAPTER HISTORY

The recruitment effort to identify women in the Little Rock, Arkansas area for possible interest in becoming a part of Continental Societies began in April, 2011. Vice Regional Director Regina Deadrick was joined by Dallas Chapter member Daisy McLauren for a meet and greet breakfast at a local establishment. After nine visits from the regional expansion team, a request went forth to the National Board, requesting permission to charter the 46th Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc. The process was lengthy, and the devotion of the expansion team and members from the sponsoring chapter (St. Louis) paid off with 19 women completing the process and on May 25, 2012, the Little Rock Chapter of Continental Societies was chartered.

Little Rock Chapter – Charter Members Seated (L-R): Nikki Swanigan, Gwendolyn Edwards, Dorothy Barton, Rose M. Cooke, Chandra Williams-Davis, Tabitha Cooke, Aleta Posey, Yolanda McCallum, Terra Dukes Standing (L-R): Mona Bishop, Yolanda Farrar, Linda Kamara, Tjuana Byrd, Maud Woods, Linda Brown, Nicole Mobley-Freeman, Ella Mobley

National Officers present for the chartering ceremony were National President Florence Blount, National Parliamentarian, M. Jean Cooper, National 1st Vice President Blanch Campbell, National 2nd Vice President Terry Woods, National Recording Secretary Regina Deadrick, and National Financial Secretary Annie Barnnett and National Historian Judith Archer, joined by Regional Director Louise W. Davis. The St. Louis Chapter, led by President Myrtis E. Spencer, served as sponsoring chapter. Other members from the Midwest-Western Region from the Oklahoma City Chapter, The Wichita Area Chapter, The Dallas Chapter and the Chicago Chapter participated in the ceremony and celebration. The chapter’s founding member, Chandra

1 Williams-Davis, became the chapter’s first president. Continental Davis served a full four years in this office and has been followed by the current chapter president, Nicole Mobley-Freeman.

The chapter has partnered with several schools and community organizations over the past four years, delivering services to more than 7,000 children. Programs of note have been donations to Dorcas House, Family Development Center formally Catherine House, Ronald McDonald House, several local churches, and partnering with the City of Little Rock Racial and Cultural Diversity Commission in the annual World Fest celebration. Fundraising projects have been the “FLAPJACKS” project with Applebee’s and our first (hopefully annual) Celebrity Game Night.

We have installed seven new members over the past four years: Anner Douglass and Aundrea Stevenson in November 2012, and Misty Braggs, Adrianne Earnest, Nichetra Magee, Yolanda Relford and LaTina Sherd in March 2015. The chapter successfully took on the task of hosting the 2015 Midwest-Western Regional Meeting. Our chapter, though young, is home to many talented, intelligent and capable members. Two members (Linda Kamara and Tabitha Cooke) currently serve as Midwest-Western Regional officers, sharing the chapter’s leadership skills with the organization from a wider perspective.

We are focused on chapter stabilization, the development of signature programs, improved visibility in the community and to helping children reach “their maximum potential”, as members of Continental Societies, Inc.

2 HISTORY Mathews Chapter Continental Societies, Inc.

Chapter Name: Mathews

Date Charter: April 8, 1989

Number and Names of Charter Members Installed: 13

Della M. Brooks Marjorie Brooks Florence Conley Helen M. Forrest Martha T. Foster Sallie S. Foster Virginia L Kelley Mary M. Moody Lois H. Robinson Shirley Williams Arma Willis Martha A. Willis Wilnet H. Willis

Officers Initially Elected

Wilnet Willis President Virginia Kelley Vice-President Helen Forrest Recording Secretary Lois Robinson Corresponding Secretary Florence Conley Assistant Secretary Della Brooks Treasurer Shirley Williams Financial Secretary Arma Willis Historian Mary Moody Sergeant-at-Arms

Chapter Year: 1989-1990 Regional Director: Mabs Kemp

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies Inc. served 200 youth and volunteered approximately 425 hours.

Local Officers: Same as 1989-1990

1 Local Programs, Activities and Awards: Sponsored our first Holly Ball on December 23, 1989 for the benefit of Disadvantaged and Underprivileged Children.

Member Activities and Awards: Since 1989 when Mathews was inducted into Continental Societies, Inc, the members have always been involved and continue to be involve in various annual activities and fundraisers such as bake and dinners sales. Also participates in the annual Market Days Festival selling lemonade and baked goods. We also man the concession stand at all the boy basketball games at Mathews High School.

Each second Sunday in September, we celebrate Founders Day. The Mathews Chapter worship together at a member’s church each year. We donate $50.00 to the youth department of the church we attend.

Departed Member: Continental Sallie Spriggs departed this life January 11, 1990.

Arma Willis, a charter member resigned from the chapter.

Regional Program Activities and Awards: We received the CAT Award (Chapter Attendance Trophy) based on percentage of membership attending the Mid-Atlantic Regional Convention.

Chapter Year: 1990-91 Regional Director: Dr. Delores Greene

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies Inc. served 502 youth and volunteered approximately 1275 hours.

Local Programs Activities and Awards: We completed and submitted reports on each component under the HEER Program to the Regional and National Offices. Some of the activities were: we instituted a $1000.00 scholarship in memory of our departed sister, Sallie Spriggs Foster. The scholarship was named The Continental Sallie Spriggs Foster Scholarship. We sponsored a career planning workshop for junior and seniors. Carry 15 Kids to the Barnum and Bailey Circus and then treated them to dinner.

New Members: Mrs. Melvina Robinson, Ms. Lottie Coleman and Mrs. Harriett Carter

Regional Program Activities and Awards: We received the CAT Award (Chapter Attendance Trophy), based on percentage of membership attending the Mid-Atlantic regional Convention.

Chapter Year: 1991-1992 Regional Director: Dr. Delores Greene

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies Inc. served 703 youth and volunteered approximately 1,700 hours.

2 Local Program, Activities & Awards: We completed and submitted reports on each component under the HEER Program to the Regional and National Offices. Some of the activities were: We sponsored a scholarship and awards luncheon and gave $1,700.00 to two seniors who were attending college. In 1991 we were the recipient of a Reading Is Fundamental Grant from the Smithsonian Institution. To initiate the program, April 1, 1991 was designated as “Reading Is Fundamental Day” in Mathews County. Our guest speaker for the day was Mrs. Lynda Robb, wife of Senator Charles Robb. We also assisted two disadvantaged children with funds to attend the Camp Connection Program.

Members Activities

Two of our charter members, Florence Conley and Mary Moody transferred to the Newport New/Hampton Chapter.

Regional Programs & Members Activities & Awards: We received the CAT Award (Chapter Attendance Trophy) based on percentage of membership attending the Mid- Atlantic Regional Convention.

Chapter Year 1992-93 Regional Director: Dr. Delores Greene

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies, Inc Served 1,232 youth and volunteered approximately 475 hours.

Local Programs Activities and Awards: We completed and submitted reports on each component under the HEER Program to the Regional and National Offices Some of the activities were: We gave a scholarship in the amount of $1000.00 and a book Scholarship in the amount of $500.00 to two seniors at Mathews High School and donated $200.00 to the Dorothy C. Cooke Scholarship of the Rappahannock Community College Foundation, Inc. RIF Program – We distributed books to 105 5th graders. We worked the rest stops for the VIRGINIA BIKE-A-THON. This activity did not require an allocation of money but was a source of fundraising for our programs.

Regional Programs & Members, Activities and Awards: We did not receive the CAT Award (Chapter Attendance Trophy) based on percentage of membership attending the Mid-Atlantic Regional Convention. This year we had the honor of hosting the convention in Williamsburg, Virginia which made us ineligible. The convention was a great success.

Chapter Year 1993-1994 Regional Director: Dr. Addessa Lewis White

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies, Inc Served 1,503 youth and volunteered Approximately 520 Hours.

3 Local Programs Activities & Awards : We completed and submitted reports on each component under the HEER Program to the Regional & National Offices. Some of the activities were: we presented a $1,000.00 scholarship to a Mathews High School Senior. RIF Program, we donated books to 100 5th graders at Thomas Hunter Middle School. We provided $550 to the Port Fun Playground to help purchase playground equipment for the children of Mathews County.

Melvina Robinson resigned from the Chapter. We inducted three new members to the Mathews Chapter, Gerene Carter, Cynthia Hobley and Irma White.

Regional Programs, & Members, Activities & Awards: We received the CAT Award (Chapter Attendance Trophy), based on percentage of membership attending the Mid- Atlantic regional Convention. Helen M. Forrest, Parliamentarian of the Mathews Chapter served as the Corresponding Secretary of the Mid –Atlantic Region

Chapter Year 1994-1995 Regional Director: Dr. Addessa Lewis White

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies, Inc. Served 1,315 youth and volunteered Approximately 482 hours.

Local Programs, Activities & Awards: We completed and submitted reports on each components under the HEER Program to the Regional and National Offices. Some of the activities were: Presented second installment, a four year award of the Sallie S. Foster memorial Scholarship in the amount of $1000.00 to a student who was attending Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, VA. Also, donated a book scholarship in the amount of $500.00 to a Mathews High Student who was planning to attend Christopher Newport College in Newport News, VA. RIF Program – We donated books to 134 6th graders at Thomas Hunter School. We carried twelve children from Thomas Hunter School to Norfolk, VA. The children toured a naval ship and visited a museum. We donated $700.00 to the Mathews Youth Center and a second donation to the Port Fun Playground. We provided scholarships for two children to attend the Camps Connection program.

Regional Programs & Members, Activities & Awards: An eight grader at Thomas Hunter School won second place in the MABS Kemp Essay contest. Helen M. Forrest, Recording Secretary of the Mathews Chapter served as the Chair for the Sunday Brunch at the Mid-Atlantic Conference. We received the CAT Award (Chapter Attendance Trophy), based on percentage of membership attending the Mid-Atlantic Regional Convention.

Chapter Year 1995-1996 Regional Director: Dr. Addessa Lewis White

Local Officers

President Virginia Kelley Vice-President Marjorie Brooks

4 Recording Secretary Martha A. Willis Corr. Secretary Cynthia J. Hobley Financial Secretary Shirley M. Williams Treasurer Della M. Brooks Public Relations Gerene D. Carter Historian Lottie Coleman Parliamentarian Helen M. Forrest Chaplain Harriett Carter

Members

Wilnet H. Willis Irma White Martha T. Foster

Chapter Year 1995-1996: Regional Director: Dr. Addessa Lewis White

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies, Inc. Served 1,236 youth and volunteered approximately 437 hours.

We completed and submitted reports on each component under the HEER Program to the Regional and National Offices. Some of the activities reported were: We presented our third installment, a four year award of the Sallie S, Foster Memorial Scholarship in the amount of $1000.00. In addition, we awarded a book scholarship in the amount of $500.00 to a senior at Mathews High School. She plans to attend Longwood College in the fall. We donated toys and gifts to the Department of Human Resource Christmas Store. We sponsored our first fashion show and luncheon. Funds from this event will be used to aid in helping young people and the families of needy persons. Our RIF Program continues to be very successful. We donated 282 books to 93 children in three different distributions. This year not only did we donate books but we also brought in a professional Storyteller for the first session.

Resignation: Lois Robinson, a charter member resigned her membership from the Chapter.

Chapter Year 1996-1997: Regional Director: Dr Addessa Lewis White

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies, Inc. Served 1235 youth and volunteered approximately 406 hours.

5 Jackson Elementary School for the Head start Class. Dr. David Helsel, a local dentist, was the facilitator. We donated our first $200.00 to Rappahannock Community College Foundations, Inc. This money will support our commitment to establish a scholarship assisting young people from Mathews County. The Sallie S. Foster Memorial Scholarship, a four year award, will be awarded to Rhonda Carter in the amount of $1000.00 at the June 1997 Award Luncheon. We will also award our $500.00 Book Scholarship at the Award Luncheon. On October 14, 1996 we donated 20 personal computers to the Thomas Hunter School. We donated 282 books to 94 third graders under the RIF Program. We took nine children to the Black History Museum in Richmond, VA.

Chapter Year 1997-1999: Regional Director: Sadye White

Local Officers

President Helen Forrest Vice- President Virginia Kelley Recording Secretary Marjorie Brooks Corr. Secretary Cynthia Hobley Financial Secretary Irma White Treasurer Della Brooks Publicity Shirley Williams Parliamentarian Lottie Coleman Historian *Rosalind Knight Chaplain Harriett Carter

Members

*Mary A. Brooks *Rosalind Knight Gerene Carter Martha Foster Wilnet H. Willis

*Installed as New Members to the Chapter June 1997

Regional Officer: Cynthia Hobley – Corresponding Secretary – 1997-99

National Programs, Activities & Awards: Certificate of Appreciation for Outstanding HEER Reports – June 27, 1997

Chapter Year 1997-1998: Regional Director: Sadye White

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies Inc. served 1250 youth and volunteered approximately 750 hours.

6 Local Programs, Activities and Awards: We completed and submitted reports on each component under the HEER Program: Some of the activities were: We sponsored our second fashion show, sponsored our annual Scholarship Luncheon and awarded two scholarships in the amount of $2000.00 to two seniors who plan to attend college in the fall, and a Book Scholarship to a student who would be attending the Community College. We also carried 15 children on a walking tour in Colonial Williamsburg and took them to lunch at one of the tavern. We donated certificates to needy families with children for Thanksgiving. We purchased toys, gifts for the parents and donated them to the Christmas Store. We also helped to man the store.

Chapter Year 1998-1999: Regional Director: Sadye White

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies Inc. served 1300 youth and volunteered approximately 775 hours.

Local Programs, Activities and Awards: We completed and submitted reports on each component under the HEER Program. Some of the activities were: We added new activities to our fundraising projects. We sponsored a trip to Atlantic City and increased our dinner sales from one to two and a Thanksgiving Holiday bake sale the Saturday before Thanksgiving. Continental Mary Brooks who implemented and coordinates our tutorial program enhanced the program by working with the Principal at Thomas Hunter School. We provided all expenses for six students to tour Washington, DC with their class. The Sallie S. Foster Memorial Scholarship and Book Scholarship are ongoing activities. We volunteered 150 hours to Mathews High School Athletic Department. We receive thank you letters each year from the Athletics Director and the principal.

Chapter Year 1999-2003 Regional Director: Dr. Florence Blount

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies Inc. served 1000 youth and volunteered approximately 850 hours.

Local Programs, Activities and Awards: We Completed and submitted reports on each component under the HEER Program. Some of the activities were: We sponsored Barnett Williams, a hand on percussionist at Thomas Hunter Middle School. This event served 350 children. For a fundraiser, we sponsored the Fruit of the Spirit Program at the Mathews Ruritan Club. This was a great activity and was well received by the community and other surrounding counties. We sponsored an application workshop for jobs and college entrance. The RIF program is an on going program at Lee Jackson Elementary School. Healthy snacks are always given to the students after each distribution. We sponsored the annual Scholarship Awards luncheon. We received excellent comments and remarks about the success of the tutoring program from the principal and teachers at Thomas Hunter Middle School.

New Member Linda Willis – June 1999

7 Chapter Year 1999-2001

Local Officers

President Martha A. Willis Vice-President Wilnet H. Willis Corresponding Secretary Cynthia J. Hobley Recording Secretary Marjorie E. Brooks Financial Secretary Irma White Treasurer Virginia L. Kelley Parliamentarian Lottie Coleman Chaplain Harriett F. Carter Sergeant-at-Arms Helen M. Forrest Publicity Martha T. Foster Historian Rosalind S. Knight

Members

Della M. Brooks Mary A. Brooks Shirley M. Williams

Chapter 1999-2000

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies Inc served 850 youth and volunteered approximately 460 hours.

Local Programs, Activities and Awards: We completed and submitted reports on each component under the HEER Program: Some of the activities were: The Chapter took 36 students to see the girls Chorus of Harlem in concert in Portsmouth, VA. Continue to sponsor the Scholarship and Awards Luncheon. We gave Thanksgiving baskets and certificates to disadvantaged families with children. We donated toys for the children and gifts for the parents to the Christmas store. We sent a donation to the Goldsboro Chapter to help children that were involved in the flood in September. We volunteered to work the concession stand for the Boys Basketball team at Mathews High School. All proceeds went to support the Athletic Department at the school.

Chapter Year 2000-2001

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies Inc served 800 youth and volunteered approximately 525 hours.

Local Programs, Activities and Awards: We completed and submitted reports on each component under the HEER Program: Some of the activities were: We initiated a program to 100 third graders about the importance of good healthy eating habits. Two Nursing Professors from Rappahannock Community College and one of our Continental

8 Guys a survivor of heart surgery were the presenters. We also gave a donation to the Amigos, an organization which sponsors American youth in deprived Latin American Countries. Gave a donation to Aid Association for Lutherans #11397 (AAFL) for a five- year old (Brooke) who was dying from Metastatic Retinoblastoma, a rare form pediatric cancer. This donation will be matched by AAFL to defray her medical expenses. In addition, one of the Continental Sisters prepared meals for the family. She also purchased food, juices, and other household items needed by the family. She also read stories to Brooke.

NewMember: Gwendolyn Foster – June 10, 2001

Chapter Year 2001-2002 The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies, Inc served 843 youth and volunteered approximately 415 hours.

Local Programs, Activities & Awards: We completed and submitted reports on each component under the HEER Program to the National and Regional Offices: Some of the activities were: We continued to sponsor the RIF Program. We also for the first time along with other businesses in the County, we helped to sponsor the Newspaper in Educational Program. This is a program that uses local newspapers to foster various studies in elementary and junior high school. The Chapter participated in the Mabs Kemp Essay Contest. We had an elementary student to win third place. We also continue to award the Sallie S. Foster Memorial Scholarship, two Book Scholarships and a $250.00 to Mathews County Student attending the community college. One of our Continental Sister who is an cater hired three youth to work in her catering business this past summer which gave them some work experience and an opportunity to earn some money. We continue to volunteer annually working the concession stand at the boy’s basketball games. This year, we volunteered 150 hours. All funds raise went to support the Athletic Department since they did not have to hire anyone.

Chapter Year 2002-2003 Regional Director: Dr. Florence Blount

Local Officers

President Virginia L. Kelley Vice-President Linda Willis Corr. Secretary Cynthia J. Hobley Recording Secretary Marjorie E. Brooks Financial Secretary Della M. Brooks Treasurer Martha A Willis Parliamentarian Lottie Coleman Chaplain Harriett Carter Sergeant-at-Arms Helen M Forrest Publicity Martha R. Foster Historian Rosalind S. Knight

9 Other Members

Mary A. Brooks Gwendolyn Foster Aretha Thomas Irma White Shirley M. William Wilnet H. Willis

Departed Member

Mary A. Brook – September 12, 2002

Chapter Year 2002-2003

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies, Inc. served 750 youth and volunteered approximately 450 hours.

We completed and submitted reports on each component under the HEER Program to the Regional and National Offices. Some of the activities were: We helped a female student financially to participate in the United States People to People Sports Ambassadors Program with other young people from around the world. She had the opportunity to participate in the Milan Festival in Italy. We sponsored two children to Jamestown 4-H Camp in Williamsburg, VA. On Saturday, December 9, 2002, the Mathews Chapter took 20 children to see the Nutcracker at Chrysler in Norfolk, VA. The presentation was presented by the Virginia Ballet Theatre together with Virginia Symphony. Seven Continentals, one Continental Guy and two parents served as chaperones. After the performance, we provided everyone with a meal at McDonalds. During the Thanksgiving holidays we carried ten children to see Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dream coat presented at the new renovated Mathews High School auditorium.

New Member – September 2002

Aretha Thomas

Chapter Year 2003-2004 Regional Director: Dr. Nancy Wilson

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies, Inc. served 565 youth and volunteered approximately 400 hours.

Local Programs, Activities & Awards: We completed and submitted reports on each component under the HEER Program to the Regional and National Offices. Some of the activities were: In conjunction with the RIF Program the committee for the Health component of the HEER Program presented the third grade students of Lee-Jackson Elementary School a program of personal health and safety. The children were

10 encouraged to developed good healthy eating habits. Also, they were given information on good safety habits. At each RIF Program, to emphasize healthy snacking foods, each student was given an example of nutritious snacking foods (snack pack) along with a capri-sun-drink). The chapter sponsored a tour by chartered bus to Virginia Union University in Richmond, VA. We had lunch on campus in the cafeteria. Following lunch, four students from Mathews who were enrolled at the university gave us a tour of the campus. Some highlights of the tour were the Lawrence Douglas Wilder Library. Housed in the library is an African Museum of Art. Also for the second time the Chapter had Barnett Williams performed his Hands on Percussion Lecture demonstration at Thomas Hunter Middle School.

New Members -December 2003

Delores Belle Virgin Jackson Chapter Year 2004-2005

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies, Inc served 565 youth and volunteered approximately 390 hours.

Local Programs, Activities & Awards: We completed and submitted reports on each component under the HEER Program to the Regional and National Offices. Some of the activities were: On April 4, 2004, the Chapter carried 28 students to tour the refurbished home of Maggie L. Walker in Richmond, Va. The Children learned that Mrs. Walker was the first African-American woman bank president in the United States and many other contributions she made to our country. We sponsored children to attend two performances to see the Virginia Symphony Orchestra at Mathews High School, December 8, 2004, Maestro Shizuo Kuwahara conducting Holiday Brass. April 5, 2005 conductor, Jo Ann Falletta. December 18, 2004, we carried 28 elementary students and one middle school student to see the performance of the Peanut Butter & Jam Family Series “Gift of the Shepherd Boy” located at the Virginia Symphony Orchestra, Chrysler Hall, in Norfolk, VA.

Members Activities

Rosalind Knight resigned as a member of the Continentals. Linda Willis was dropped from the roster June 2005- dues delinquent and lack of Chapter participation. Cynthia Hobley, Irma White and Shirley William will be inducted in the National organization as Associate Members beginning September 2005.

Chapter Year 2005-2007 Regional Director: Comatha B. Johnson

Local Officers:

President Marjorie Brooks

11 Vice-President Wilnet H. Willis Recording Secretary Helen Forrest Corr. Secretary Aretha Thomas Financial Secretary Martha A. Willis Treasurer Gaylen Davis Historian Lottie Coleman Chaplain Delores Belle Sergeant-at-Arms Virginia Kelley Parliamentarian Gwendolyn Foster Public Relations Virgin Jackson

Members

Della Brooks Harriett Carter Martha T. Foster

Chapter Year 2005-2006

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies, served 650 youth and volunteered approximately 450 hours.

Local Programs, Activities & Awards: We completed and submitted reports on each component under the HEER Program to the Regional and National Offices. Some of the activities were: We sponsored four children to the 4-H Camp of Jamestown. Throughout this year, Mathews Continentals provides economics opportunities for the youth of the County to learn employment skills, develop working relationship, effective communication, and responsibility while earning money. These services were provided by Continental Shirley Williams through her catering business. We continued to offer the RIF Program and give scholarships each year.

Chapter Year 2006-2007

The Mathews Chapter Continentals Societies served 500 youth and volunteered approximately 400 hours.

Local Programs, Activities & Awards: We completed and submitted reports on each component under the HEER Program to the Regional and National Offices. Some of the activities were: We continue to sponsor the RIF Program at Lee-Jackson Elementary School each year. Now that we give healthy snacks to children after each book distribution the program has become one of the most popular and successful outside program in the school. The children love owning their own book and learning about healthy eating habits. The Mathews Chapter has also provided recreational activities and opportunity in swimming and camping for seventh grade children. We also continue to support the Athletic Department at Mathews High School by manning the concession stand at the boys’ basketball games. Carried 27 youth to Norfolk to visit Nauticus, which

12 is a maritime-themed science center and museum located on the former site of Norfolk’s banana pier. We awarded three scholarships.

Local Award: Thank You Award Plaque June 2007 - In recognition of your commitment and dedication to Lee-Jackson Elementary School.

Regional Programs, Activities & Awards: We hosted the 23rd Annual Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference on March 9-10, 2007 at the Omni Hotel in Newport News, VA. Twenty-five of our children from one of Africa American Churches performed. The conference was very successful.

Chapter Year 2008-2009 Regional Director: Camatha B. Johnson

Local Officers

President Aretha Thomas 1st Vice President Wilnet H. Willis 2nd Vice President Marjorie Brooks Recording Secretary Helen Forrest Corr. Secretary Virgin Jackson Financial Secretary Martha A. Willis Chaplain Deloris Belle Historian Lottie Coleman Parliamentarian Gwendolyn Foster Treasurer Gaylen Davis Sergeant-at-Arms Virginia Kelley

Other Members

Della M. Brooks Martha T. Foster Rosalind James Ava Bomar Lorraine Forrest

Associate Members

Irma White Shirley Williams

The Mathews chapter Continental Societies Inc. served 1650 youth and volunteered approximately 550 hours.

13 Local Program, Activities, & Awards: We completed and submitted reports on each component under the Program to the Regional and National Offices. Some of the activities were: We continue to sponsor the RIF program at Lee Jackson Elementary School. We took thirty elementary school children to the TCC Roper Performance Art Center in Norfolk, VA to see the Musical Cinderella. Also, we carried twenty-five children to a musical concert, (Carnival of the Animals), a musical concert at Chrysler Hall. We introduced a new fundraiser, the Stay Home Tea, which was a big success. This has become one of our annually fundraisers. Also, we gave $4000.00 to four deserving high school seniors who would be attending college in the fall.

Rosalind Knight-James who had resigned from the chapter, returned April 2008. The Robert and Kathleen Roper Family Fund of the Mathews Community Foundation donated $1000.00 grant in honor of Continental Helen M. Forrest. This grant was used to help support the Health Component under the HEER Program.

Regional

Member, Activities & Awards

Continental Virginia L. Kelley was the recipient of the Florence Blount Leadership Award. She was presented with the award at the Regional Meeting March 2008.

Chapter Year 2010-2011 Regional Director: Camatha B. Johnson

Local Officers

President Aretha Thomas 1st Vice-President Wilnet H. Willis 2nd Vice-President Marjorie Brooks Recording Secretary Lorraine Forrest Corr. Secretary Virgin Jackson Financial Secretary Martha A. Willis Chaplain Deloris Bell Historian Lottie Coleman Parliamentarian Gwendolyn Foster Treasurer Gaylen Davis Sargeant-at-Arms Virginia L. Kelley

Other Members

Della Brooks Helen Forrest Rosalind Knight Dora Spriggs Linda Willis

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies, Inc. served 850 youth and volunteered approximately 500 hours to our community.

Local Programs, Activities & Awards: We completed and submitted reports on each component under the HEER Program to the Regional and National Offices. Some of the activities were: We began the Africa American Read in February 2010. We gave $200.00 donation to a senior at Mathews High School for her people to people student ambassador trip. We were honor by the Newport News Links thru Mathews Community Foundation for a Breakfast-Lunch program for $1,500.00 for the work we have done in our community. We also carried thirty children to the Dance Theatre of Harlem Ensemble at the Norfolk State University L. Douglas Wilder Performing Arts Center. We donated $100.00 to the Beta Club. We introduced the program, the Young Scholastic Achievers. This is an after school program to help children with their academic performance and to help them to be more aware of the choices they make when selecting their foods. One of our Continentals and an employee of the Virginia Cooperative Extension Agency coordinating this program. We also donated $500.00 to assist children at the elementary and middle schools who were not able to purchase lunch. The division food service coordinator is overseeing this program for us.

Regional Member Activities & Award

Aretha Thomas – second vice regional director and mentor of the Mathews Chapter presented a workshop on new members’ installation procedures. She was awarded the Continental Extra Effort Award (CEEA)

Chapter Year 2011-2012 Regional Director: Nkechi George-Winkler

Local Officers

President Gaylen Davis 1st Vice President Deloris Belle 2nd Vice President Virginia L. Kelley Recording Secretary Lorraine Forrest Corr. Secretary Marjorie Brooks Financial Secretary Della M. Brooks Treasurer Aretha Thomas Historian Wilnet H. Willis Chaplain Helen Forrest Sergeant-at-Arms Martha A. Willis Parliamentarian Virgin Jackson

Other Members

Lottie Coleman Janet Clinton

15 Rosalind Knight

Associate Members

Shirley Williams Gwendolyn Foster Martha T. Foster

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies served 2,500 youth and volunteered approximately 1,590 hours.

Local Program, Activities and Awards: We completed and submitted reports on each component under the HEER Program to the Regional and National Offices. Some of the activities were: We carried fifteen children to hear the Mormon Tabernacle Choir at Norfolk Scope. Also, this year, the Continentals are continuing the after-school program, Young Scholastic Achievers. (YSA) We have added music to this program. A Continental, a retired music teacher is teaching the children to play piano. All activities under YSA Program address the National Initiatives. We sponsored a college workshop for junior and senior high schools students and their parents. We sponsored two book distributions to 105 third graders. A grant from the William F. and Katherine K. Owens Foundation to the Mathews Continentals provided for the Mathews Continentals to provide two opportunities for the Continentals to carry the children to two cultural events, The Beauty and the Beast and Dance Brazil. We awarded three $1000.00 in scholarships to three seniors who plan to attend college in the fall.

New Member: Janet Clinton

Departed Continental Guy: Charles W. Foster, April 6, 2013

Departed Continental Member: Martha T. Foster, April 8, 2013

Chapter Year 2012-2013 Regional Director: Nkechi George-Winkler

Local Officers: Same as 2011-2012

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies served 1,900 youth and volunteered Approximately 1,600 hours.

Local Programs, Activities and Awards: We completed and submitted reports on each component under the HEER Program to the Regional and National Offices. Others activities included continuation of Young Scholastic Achievers (YSA) an after school and tutoring program. Members of the chapter help the students with homework. The children are also given supper. Because we are a 501C, we are able to shop at the Virginia Food Bank and purchase food for a minimum cost. We also continued to sponsor the RIF, a program where we gave free books to the third grade students at Lee- Jackson Elementary School. Our chapter participated in the

16 African American Read-In Regional Project. Donated funds to the school district to help support a breakfast and lunch program for the children who did not qualify for free lunch but needed some assistance. We operated the concession stand at the boys and girls basketball games. We awarded one scholarship in the amount of $1,200.00 to a graduating senior who will be attending college in the fall.

Departed Continental Guy: Homer Davis, May 9, 2012

Chapter Year 2013-2014 Regional Director: Nkechi George-Winkler

Local Officers: Same as 2012-2013

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies, Inc served 900 youth and volunteered approximately 1000 hours to our community.

Local Programs, Activities & Awards: We completed and submitted reports on each component under the HEER Program to the Regional and National Offices. We worked very diligently on programs that we already had in place, such as the after school tutoring program, RIF program, we sponsored three book distributions, participated in the African Read In during the month of February. A financial donation was given to Mathews High School to help support the after prom party. We gave a $1,000.00 scholarship to a graduating senior who planned to attend college.

Chapter Year 2014-2015 Regional Director: Nkechi George-Winkle

Local Officers: Same as 2013-2014

The Mathews Chapter Continental Societies, Inc. served 950 youth and volunteered approximately 1200 hours to our community.

Local Programs, Activities & Awards: We completed and submitted reports on each component under the HEER Program to the Regional and National Offices. We worked on enhancing programs and projects we already had in place. This year, only three seniors applied for our scholarship. All three of them were excellent students and going to college. We gave a $1,000.00 dollar scholarship to the applicant with the highest GPA and gave the other two applicants a monetary award. We celebrated 25 years of being a chapter in the Continental Societies, Inc. We inducted a new member, Elisa Wheeler into our chapter.

Chapter Year 2015-2016 Regional Director: Jean Roach

Local Officers

Aretha Thomas President Gaylen Davis Vice-President Lorraine Forrest Recording secretary

17 Marjorie Brooks Corresponding Secretary Martha Willis Financial Secretary Wilnet Willis Treasurer Virgie Jackson Chaplain Deloris Belle Historian Lottie Coleman Sergeant-at-Arms Rosalind Knight Parliamentarian

Members

Della Brooks Virginia Kelley Elisa Wheeler

Regional Officer: Aretha Thomas, Regional 1st Vice-Director

Local Programs, Activities and Awards: Components under the HEER Program were completed and submitted to the Regional Office. We have given scholarship applications to the high school for June 2016 graduates to apply for our scholarship. All other projects and programs are in progress.

METROPOLITAN PHILADELPHIA AREA CHAPTER CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES, INC.

Continental Societies, Inc. is an international philanthropic and public service organization founded in 1956 and incorporated nationally in 1972. The mission of Continental Societies, Inc. is to create environments within communities that empower children to have access to quality and appropriate opportunities to reach their optimal potential. This organization is composed of more than 43 chapters in 17 states, the District of Colombia and Bermuda and has served over one million children and youth in the last five years.

The Five Point Programmatic Thrust is the foundation for the organizations mission. This programmatic thrust embraces Health, Education, Employment, Recreation and Arts and Humanities. Metropolitan Philadelphia Area Chapter provides quality programming, focused on these areas, to children and young people in Philadelphia, Delaware and Montgomery counties.

In 1996, inspired by the example of hands-on, caring, dedicated and service oriented women in Continental chapters locally and nationally, a group of 18 like-minded women, under the direction of Linda Wormley Meade and Barbara Stallworth, formed the Diamond Cluster Interest Group of Philadelphia Suburban Communities to seek membership into Continental Societies, Incorporated. On October 25, 1997, members of The Diamond Cluster Interest Group were officially installed as members of the Philadelphia Metropolitan Area Chapter of Continental Societies, Incorporated with Linda Wormley Meade serving as the first Chapter President. In 2003 the chapter name was officially changed to the Metropolitan Philadelphia Area Chapter, Continental Societies, Incorporated. Since 1997, the chapter has grown annually and now has 52 members. In January of 2008, we were honored to sponsor the Solivita-Polk County, Florida Chapter, Continental Societies, Incorporated. This was especially pleasing because the chapter was organized by former chapter member Pamela Sykes.

Since its inception, Metropolitan Philadelphia Area Chapter has worked diligently to provide meaningful programs to children. The initiatives of the chapter have ranged from Read Across America, TV 10 Homework Helpline, Eugenia House mentoring program, and Rubye’s Kids to Food Drives and Walk-a-thons. We have held Employment Readiness Seminars, drives to provide hats, gloves and scarves for children, College Scholarships and book Awards, Special Olympic programs in schools and sponsored students on College Tours. We are constantly searching for new ways to meet the mission of Continental Societies, Inc. Chapter History Project 2016 for Conclave Souvenir Journal Metropolitan Philadelphia Area Chapter

Current President Jacqueline E. Greene

Current Membership 56 Members

Exemplary Accomplishments Spring Fling 2016 - Scholarship Fundraiser Raised Approximately $30,000

Spring Fling 2015 Scholarship Fundraiser Raised over $22,400

Exceptional Service Award from Eastern Region for leading the Eastern Region in Scholarship awards during 2011 – 2014 in the amount of $51,500.

Visionary Warrior Leadership Award to Chapter President: Jacqueline Greene from National President: Edna Lee Moffitt Received June 2014 at Conclave

2015 H.E.E.R. Arts & Humanities Program Awards: 1st Place: Overall Category 1st Place: Health 1st Place: Recreation 1st Place: Arts & Humanities 3rd Place: Employment

2013 Membership Award for increasing membership

Major Community School District of Philadelphia Organizations Served  Laura Conwell Elementary School  W.C. Longstreth Elementary School  T. M. Pierce Elementary School  William Dick Elementary School  Add B. Anderson Elementary School  Kennedy C. Crossan Elementary School  Richard R. Wright Elementary School

Norristown School District  Hancock Elementary School  Eisenhower Middle School William Penn School District  Walnut Street Elementary School

Other Major Organizations Served  OIC Montgomery County – Yearly Donation to students for College Tour  Salem Baptist Church – Yearly Donation to students for College Tour  Mt. Airy Christian Day School  Harcum College Upward Bound  TV10 Homework Hotline  Eugenia House Mentoring Program

Past Presidents Joanne Nichols Dr. Ann Adderley Victoria Johnson Patricia Holmes Linda Wormley Meade Living Chapter Organizers Linda Wormley Meade Barbara Stallworth

CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES, INC. GREATER MIAMI, FLORIDA

CHAPTER HISTORY March 2016

The Greater Miami Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc., Southeastern Region was installed January 30, 1988, at the Radisson Mart Hotel in Miami, Florida, under the sponsorship of the Atlanta, Georgia chapter. It became the 32nd chapter in the 32nd year of Continental Societies, Inc. to officially become a member of the national organization. The installing officers were Dr. Lois Harrison-Jones, then National President, who was superintendent of Richmond, Virginia Public Schools; Edna Calhoun, National Membership Chairperson, and Jeanne Byrd, President of the Atlanta Chapter.

 Chapter Organizers: Vashti Armbrister and Earlene P. Dotson were the organizers of the Greater Miami Chapter. They recruited a group of enterprising and innovative Christian women who wanted to make a positive impact in the lives of children and youth. Earlene Dotson was elected the first President of the Greater Miami Chapter.  Charter Members: Thirteen women of varied professional backgrounds, representing noble character and unrelenting determination, pledged to foster, promote, and develop the welfare of disadvantaged and underprivileged children and youth in the Greater Miami area: Vashti Armbrister, Patricia Bryant, Xruphia Clark, Constance Davis, Earlene Dotson, Margorie Heard, Betty Hicks, Linda Hollaway, Sandra Hudson, Brenda Jackson, Dr. Wylamerle Marshall, Cheryl Parker, and Cynthia Rider.  Current and Past Presidents: Dr. Doris Granberry presently serves as President of the Greater Miami Chapter; Mattie J. Williams, immediate past president; past presidents include, Dr. Earlene P. Dotson, Jewell Thomas-Walker, Christa Dotson Dean, Barbara Carr, Juanita Franklin, and Charlene Hill, respectively.  Current Membership: There are thirty-nine (39) active members of the Greater Miami Chapter, and two (2) associate members (January 2016).  Chapter Sponsorship: Under the sponsorship of the Greater Miami Chapter, the North Dade- Broward County Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc. was installed on March 16, 2002. Eighteen (18) ladies were inducted into that chapter.

In 2013, the Greater Miami Chapter celebrated 25 years of service to children and youth of South Florida. The Silver Anniversary was marked by a day of service to the students of Avocado Elementary School in Homestead, Florida, a “Spring Fling” fun day which covered the five components, HEER + Arts and Humanities. A gala evening event was also held in honor of the Chapter’s two remaining charter members: Dr. Wylamerle Marshall and Dr. Earlene P. Dotson, chapter organizer and first chapter president.

PPPP SERVING OUR CHILDREN

Through the five-point programmatic thrust, HEER – Health, Education, Employment, Recreation – plus Arts and Humanities, Continental women volunteer their time to work in schools, hospitals, and homes for youth as well as homes for mentally or emotionally challenged youth.

The Greater Miami Chapter of Continental Societies serves children and youth of the South Miami-Dade County communities which include Miami-Dade County Public Schools and the Chapman Partnership (Community Partnership for Homeless, Inc.); Kingdom Covenant Ministries, Second Baptist Church, Sweet Home Baptist Church, and The Bethel Church.

Greater Miami Continentals have supported and participated in various programs including asthma awareness and education programs, camp sponsorships, shoe drives, arts and humanities through sponsored cultural events, young adult workforce readiness and employment seminars, and financial education workshops. It also has assisted college-bound youth with attaining clothing and books; purchased and received donations of pajamas and toys for holiday give-aways to children and youth at the homeless shelter, and serving holiday meals at the shelter, as well.

HEER + Arts and Humanities Projects – Past to Present

Health  Continentals Breaking the Smoking Chain, Poster and Essay Contest o Funded by the Minority Anti-Tobacco Task Force Mini Grant Program  Holiday Meals at Community Partnership for the Homeless (Chapman Partnership) o Prepared and served over 200 residents and children  Asthma Quilt Project  Annual Health Fairs  Childhood Obesity – Kids Mile Club  Colgate Dental Van Screenings  “Keep it Moving” – Healthy Eating and Getting Fit

Education  Continental Book Nook – Community Partnership for the Homeless (Chapman Partnership) o Collected over 1,550 books to enhance their library and provided bookshelves  Annual Backpack/School Supplies Donations  Donation of Accelerated Reader Books and Tests  Read for the Record Event Coordination (multiple events)  Scrabble Club at multiple school locations  Teen Talk - Discussion/Questions/Answer – Panel of High Students – Middle School audience  Code Fever - Introductory computer coding class for youth taught by local African-American Tech Company  Real Men Read  Read-In Chain  Lunch Bunch reading program at Colonial Drive Elementary School Continental Societies, Inc., Greater Miami Chapter History – Page 2 – March 2016 Employment  Employment Skills Seminar Career Fair – Chapman Partnership (Community Partnership for Homeless)  Career Fair for High Students  Employability Skills Workshop/Resume Writing  Dress for Success Clothes Closet  Financial Fitness for Youth and Young Adults  Wannabe Junction – (Interactive presentation of future career choices for elementary school students)

Recreation  Easter Egg Hunt /Field Day and Coloring Activity  Annual 5K Walk/Run for Asthma  Annual Community Night of Champions  Get Fit for Life Boot Camp  Shoe Boxes for Kids (include marbles, jacks, jump ropes, hand balls, etc.)

Arts and Humanities  Holiday feeding and Toy Drive at Chapman Partnership (Community Partnership for the Homeless) o Approximately 750 toys collected for distribution  Co-sponsor of An Evening of Gospel under the Stars benefiting the United Negro College Fund. o Held at Zoo Miami featuring Gospel Artists Marvin Sapp, Angela Spivey, Paul PJ Golat, III, Jackie Williams, and Liturgical Dance Ministries: Vessels of Praise and Speaking Hands.  Photography Project – Introducing children to the art of photography  Movie and chat with Tuskegee Airmen – To see “Red Tails”  Movie and chat with teen girls – To see “For Colored Girls”  Cultural Arts Center Musical Events and Plays  Field Trip to a Black History Month Production of “Echoes of Freedom” o Followed-up with an arts activity

SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM The chapter has awarded scholarships (underwritten by fundraising activities and events: 5K Asthma Walk/Run, Gospel Brunch, Galas, and sponsor donations) to graduating senior high school students based on academics and community involvement. Listed are the first place recipients who were awarded local, regional, or national scholarships for the years 2008 through 2015. 2008 Kristian Scott Local Recipient 2009 Raymond Payne Local Recipient 2010 Jezreel Davis Local Recipient 2011 BaCarri Johnson Local Recipient 2012 Cori Jones Local, Regional, and National Recipient 2013 Courtney Handy Local and Regional Recipient 2014 Alaisha Alexander Local and Regional Recipient 2015 Kidjie Boyer Local Recipient

Scholarships were also awarded locally to eight (8) second and third place recipients, 2008 through 2015, and three (3) fourth place recipients, 2013 through 2015.

Continental Societies, Inc., Greater Miami Chapter History – Page 3 – March 2016 NATIONAL AWARDS AND RECOGNITION

National HEER Awards Recreation 1996-1997, 2000-2001, 2004-2005, 2007-2008; 1st Place: 2010-2011 Health 1997-1998, 1998-1999; 2nd Place: 2003-2004; 2005-2006; 3rd Place: 2014 & 2015 Education 1999-2000; Overall Read-in Chain: 2014; 1st Place: 2014 Employment 1st Place: 2003-2004/2013/ 2015 Umbrella 2006-2007; 1st Place: 2008-2009 Overall Program Excellence in the Five-Point Program, 2011-2012 Silver Award, 2013 – In Recognition of 25 Years of Service to Children

Dr. Earlene Puryear Dotson, organizer and first president of the Greater Miami Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc., served as the 9th National President of the Society. Dr. Dotson was presented the Lillian Parks Thomas Award in 2000 and the Hall of Fame Award in 2004. Dr. Dotson is also credited with the Continental Societies, Inc. theme “Our Children, Our Commitment, Our Concern.”

NATIONAL MEETINGS National Board Meeting November 1990 Southeast Regional Meeting April 1999 47th National Conclave June 2002 Southeast Regional Meeting April 2005 54th National Conclave June 2010 Co-hosted National Boarding Meeting November 2014 Southeast Regional Meeting April 2015

NATIONAL OFFICERS AND COMMITTEE CHAIRS Dr. Earlene P. Dotson Past National Presidents Advisory Council 2003–present National Taskforce 2012-2013 9th National President 2001-2003 National Vice President 1995-1999 Regional Coordinator 1995-1997 National Chaplain 1991-1995 Christa Dotson Dean Southeastern Regional Director 2009-2013 National Corporate Liaison 2008-2013 National Chaplain 2005-2009 National Public Relations Officer 2001-2005; 2013-2014 National Conclave Committee 2012-2004; 2005-2006; 2007-2009 National Conclave Chairperson 2001-2001; 2009-2010 National Membership Committee 2009-2014 Brenda Alford National Artistic Director 2011-2013 Jacqueline Glivens National Jewelry Chair 2001-2007 Gail Meeks National Jewelry Committee 2001-2007 Elizabeth Martinez National Recording Secretary 1998-2000 Eleanor Saunders National Tally Committee 2006-2007 Lillie Harris National Taskforce 2012-2013 Mattie Williams Management Committee Team Member 2013-present Dr. Doris Granberry National Nominating Committee Chair 2014-present

Continental Societies, Inc., Greater Miami Chapter History – Page 4 – March 2016 REGIONAL OFFICERS

Dr. Earlene P. Dotson Southeastern Regional Economic Dev. Chair 2011-2013 Southeastern Regional Director 1995-1997 Southeastern Regional Ethics Chair 1993-1995 Southeastern Regional Treasurer 1991-1993 Southeastern Regional Budget Financial Chair 1991-1993 Christa D. Dean Southeastern Regional Director 2009-2013 Southeastern Regional 1st Vice Director 2007-2009 Southeastern Regional Public Relations Director 2001-2003 Kathy Koonce Southeastern Regional Vice Director 1997-1999 Dr. Wylamerle Marshall Southeastern Regional Bylaws & Constitution Comm. Shelia Henderson Southeastern Regional Tally Committee 2006-2013 Mattie Williams Southeastern Regional Financial Secretary 2009-2015 Tanisha Laidler Southeastern Regional Credentials 2009-2011 Lillie Harris Southeastern Regional Scholarship Committee 2007-2013 Jewell Thomas-Walker Southeastern Regional Economic Development Comm. 2013-present Eleanor Saunders Southeastern Regional Scholarship Committee 2013-present Gail Meeks Southeastern Regional Sergeant-At-Arms 2013-present Dr. Doris Granberry Southeastern Regional Chaplain 2015-present

CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES, INC. GREATER MIAMI CHAPTER OFFICERS 2015-2017

President Dr. Doris Granberry 1st Vice President Mattie J. Williams 2nd Vice President Vassie Kyser Green Recording Secretary Bertena Rumph Corresponding Secretary Eleanor Saunders Financial Secretary Gail Meeks Treasurer Dr. Gail Brown Historian Mary J. Palmer Chaplain Brenda Alford Sergeant-At-Arms Betty Alexander Public Relations Jewell Thomas-Walker Parliamentarian Ellery Brown Immediate Past President Mattie J. Williams Charter President Dr. Earlene P. Dotson

Active Members 2015-2016 – 40

Isadora Adams, Betty Alexander, Cassandra Alexander, Brenda Alford, Dionne Brown, Ellery Brown, Dr. Gail Brown, Elois Burroughs-Cooper, Patricia Collins-Thomas, Angelique Dawkins, Gwendolyn Dickinson, Roberta Foster, Lola Francis, Bertha Freeman, Betty Fuller, Mae Lillian Fuller, Dr. Doris Granberry, Vassie Kyser Green, Lillie Harris, Rev. Betty Howard, Paulette Wright Johnson, Linda Jones, Ora B. Jones, Dr. Wylamerle Glover Marshall, Cashie H. McCray, Katie May-Taylor Gail M. Meeks, Pamela Montgomery, Mary J. Palmer, Dr. Tawanna Parker, Bertena L. Rumph, Eleanor Saunders, Valerie G. Staten, Dorothy L. Thomas, Jewell Thomas- Walker, Angela Staggers-Washington, Dr. Rosa l. White, Arsimmer Wilder-McCoy, Ella C. Williams, Mattie J. Williams

Associate Members-2: Dr. Earlene P. Dotson; Christa D. Dean Continental Societies, Inc., Greater Miami Chapter History – Page 5 – March 2016 OUR PARTNERS AND SPONSORS

For more than twenty-five years, Continental Societies, Inc. Greater Miami Chapter has gained the support, encouragement, and recognition of our corporate and community partners, civic as well as individual, and sponsors in an endeavor to promote, and develop the welfare of children and youth with special needs. The chapter is very grateful and appreciates the respect that has been shown to our Continental Family. National Sponsorship In 2007, Dr. Rosa L. White introduced the Greater Miami Chapter to Colgate Palmolive Company. Dr. White shared the contact with Christa Dotson Dean who continued to speak with Tamara Canady. Christa developed a relationship with Tamara and recommended a National Partnership with Colgate Palmolive Company. Ms. Canada introduced Christa Dean to Dawna Michelle Fields, National Program Manager with Bright Smiles Bright Future. Christa Dean cultivated the relationship, developed and negotiated a National Partnership with Colgate Palmolive Company and Continental Societies, Inc. On February 19, 2008, Christa Dotson Dean and then National President W. Chris Stewart signed the contract for a National Corporate Partnership. Christa Dean was named CSI National Corporate Liaison in 2008 and served in that position until 2013.

Dade Partner – Miami Dade County Public Schools Perrine Elementary School Avocado Elementary School Ethel Beckford Elementary Bel-Aire Elementary School Palmetto Elementary School Centennial Sr./Jr. High School COPE Center South Colonial Drive Elementary Frank C. Martin International K8 Center R. R. Moton K8 Center Pine Villa Elementary School Pine Lake Elementary School New World School of the Arts Southridge Sr. High School MacArthur Sr. High School

Corporate and Community Partners

Minority Anti-Tobacco Creative Spirits Design Blue Cross/Blue Shield of FL Task Force Mini-Grant Program The Bethel Church Jackson South Hospital Puryear, Inc. Baptist South Systems MDCPS AvMed Alexis Harris Insurance Agency Law Offices of Daryl Jones Bilzin Sumberg FPL Burger King Corporation Dennis Communications Jenay Photography UPS EV Productions Orange Bowl Committee 100 Black Men of South Florida The Fair – Dade County Youth Fair Organization of Black Airline Pilots Publix Charities BJ’s Geiger Brothers South Florida Plaza Medical Centers Coldwell Bankers Commercial NRT Plaza Medical Centers Ruby Baker Commissioner Dennis Moss Rev. Dr. Dorothy Zeigler Federick Ingraham, UTD FL Ctr. For Asthma Allergy Care Moe’s Party Rental Panera Bread Eagle Security, Inc. Second Baptist Church Sweet Home Baptist Church Zoo Miami Colgate Palmolive Richmond Heights Homeowners Assn. The Firm Beauty Salon and Day Spa Signarama Odebrecht CMYK SITA Commissioner Rebeca Sosa American Lung Association Attys. Gail and Albert Dotson, Jr. Dedication Dance Academy Ryder Foundation AXA Advisers, LLC Commissioner Linda Bell Para Graphic Designs, Inc. The Federal Reserve Bank, Miami City of Doral Otis Wallace, Mayor, Florida City Coldstone Creamery Bell South Dr. Suzanne Austin-Hill The Gospel Truth Kingdom Covenant Ministries Renata Kliener Pastoriza D.D.S, P.A. Sweet Personalities Ms. Susan Taylor Offerdahl’s Café and Grill Continental Societies, Inc., Greater Miami Chapter History – Page 6 – March 2016 CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES, INC., GREATER MIAMI CHAPTER January 1988 – March 2016

Charter Members October 9, 1999 November 17, 2007 January 30, 1988 Beverly Crawford Brenda I. Alford Vashti Armbrister Monique Dennis Tammy Blakely Patricia Bryant Donna Ginn Katrina Bumpers Xuripha Clark Joyce King-Jones Doris Granberry Constance Davis Cassandra Macon Arlene McDuffey-Pope Earlene Dotson Gail Meeks Sharon Pottinger Margorie Heard Jacqueline Glivens Felecia Townsend Betty Hicks LaTessa Hall January 10, 2008 Linda Holloway Arlenna Williams Dawna Michelle Fields Sandra Hudson October 13, 2001 Cecilia Gaines-Williams Brenda Jackson Jacqueline Bell Tanisha Laidler Dr. Wylamerle Marshall Clara Braswell-Williams Margaret Hawkins Moss Cheryl Parker Ellery Brown Tammy Parson November 5, 1988 Contessa Bryant December 5, 2009 Larcenia Bullard Elizabeth Dennis Betty Alexander Geraldine Davis Debbie Harden-Jones Roberta Foster Juanita Franklin Mary Palmer Addie Greene Charlene Hill Bertena Rumph Ora Jones Kathy Koonce Eleanor Saunders Dr. Tawanna Parker Sharon Johnson Jessica Spells December 4, 2010 Josie Jones Sheila Thomas Toni Boykins Elizabeth Martinez Donna Wilson Lola Francis Gloria Pasteur December 13, 2002 Bertha Freeman Margaret Staples Pamela Malone Mae Lillian Fuller November 10, 1990 Yolanda Marsh Delshonna Harris Effie Adams Renee Vicky Mills Pamela Montgomery Carol Bates Twila H. Payne Artier Nettles Celia Brown Catherine Player Dorothy Pinkston Atty. Beryl Burke Darlene E. Rogers December 8, 2012 Barbara Carr Jewell Thomas-Walker Dr. Gail Brown Dr. Nettie Dove* J. Michelle Whitaker Rosalind Bryant Vivian Greene May 1, 2004 Katie May-Taylor Sharon Jefferson Audra Coleman Kimely Pratt Denise Johnson Lillie F. Harris Bertena Rumph Mattye Jones Andrea L. Harvey Valerie Staten Pamela McClaney Veronica Johnson November 7, 2014 Debbie Marshall Dorothy M. Kennerly Patricia Collins-Thomas Terri Maxwell Kimberly T. Perkins Gwendolyn F. Dickinson Phyliss Tynes-Saunders Dr. Donna Riley Angela Staggers Washington Karen Wilkinson Elaine Smith Paulette Wright-Johnson Lillie Williams Dr. Rosa L. White Dorothy L. Thomas February 11, 1994 Patricia A. Williams Arsimmer Wilder-McCoy Jacqueline Barker December 4, 2004 Ella C. Williams Joyce Daniel Sherrol Barnes-Burton December 12, 2015 Christa Dotson Fritizie Cathcart Isadora Adams Annette Johnson Vassie Kyser-Green Dionne Brown Sharon Johnson Shelia Henderson Elois Burroughs-Cooper Cashie McCray Cashie McCray Angelique Lambert Dawkins Gayle Phillips Michele Paramore Betty Fuller Valencia Price Debra Recupero Linda Jones Wando Rambo Josie Reliford* Betty Howard, Rev. Gerri Rocker Tammy Reliford Debbie Slocum Reclaimed Member 2001 Kay Sullivan The Honorable Mary B. Hooks* Ida Whipple, Ph.D. Mattie Williams *Deceased Montgomery Chapter History

The Montgomery Chapter, a segment of the national organization was incorporated in 1972 and has represented the mission and vision through its commitment to children and families.

Under the leadership of like-minded women who value children and strive to enhance the lives of those children through the Continentals HEER initiative.

The chapter has expended thousands of dollars in projects and service that has assisted in the establishment of the Sickle Cell Foundation of Greater Montgomery.

We have invested in our children’s well- being by incorporating , shoe banks for school age children, book distributions workshops, visual and performing art activities, parent programs, golf initiatives, fitness/obesity and nutrition, homeless and hunger projects and numerous collaborations with agencies and organizations that assist us in being the catalyst for positive change.

All of these efforts are a part of our mission to expose and empower our youth with the necessary tools to be successful.

Our legacy is embedded in the hearts of our members past and present.

NewNew Bern Chapter Continental Societies Inc. History

On October 12, 1991 a group of women met to explore the feasibility of becoming a chapter in the Continental Societies Inc. Information on the group was presented and how it could best benefit the New Bern and surrounding areas (Jones and Pamlico Counties) youth.

On February 20, 1993 the group was inducted into the national organization after being mentored and sponsored by the Washington, DC Chapter under the leadership of President Edna Lee Long-Green. The National President was Evelyn Means and the National Membership Chair was Edna Calhoun. Our chapter is a part of the Mid- Atlantic Region and the Regional Director was Dr. Delores Green. Charter members were Helen Adams, Floria Aldridge, Gail Anderson, Rev. Beverly Brown, Margaret Bryant, Clementine Crawford, Renee Moore-Duckenfield, Willie Mae Franklin, Virginia Gaddy, Melody Garcia, Valgenia Jackson, Dorothy Kornegay, Katherine Moore, President; Joyce Tetterton-Schatcher.

In June of 1993 we received a $35,000 grant from the state to implement and oversee a Summer Youth Employment Program providing employment opportunities for youth to assist them with their financial needs. We also received a $4500 grant from Consolidated Base Alternative (CBA) to provide services to juveniles referred by the courts and monitored by the state. From that endeavor Project Future was birthed and was a viable part of the community providing after school services, mentoring, assistance with homework and learning computer skills. This program remained operational until the untimely death of Mr. Burney on 10/31/12. Mr. Burney was a retired educator and loved the Continentals and our mission of caring for children. The children also received a hot meal and often it was their supper. A grant in the amount of $2000 was received from the state to assist with Project Future.

The chapter has hosted the Mid Atlantic Regional Conference three times; 1993, 2002 and 2012. In 1997 we hosted the Ebony Fashion Fair and did it bi-annually as a major fund-raiser until 2003.

Since its induction in 1993, the chapter has received many accolades and won numerous awards on the local, regional, and national levels. Some of the members also have been recognized and received many awards as well as hold/held positions on all levels.

1 In the community that we serve we were instrumental in bringing the Colgate Dental Van in to screen children and make referrals for affordable dental care. In 1997 we instituted the “Yes I Can” program with a grant from the Rural Center that was used for mentoring and employment in collaboration with Project Future for disabled youth. We also received a community grant from Walmart Foundation. Other community awards were NAACP (2008) and Duffyfield Resident’s Council (2012).

The first president was Katherine Moore who served from 1993-1997; Marquita Moore - 1997-1999; Arnona Nsien, Gail Anderson, Cynthia Lemmon, Nanette Cobb – 2011- 2013, Sandi Ruger – 2013-2015 and current president is Phyllis Robinson. Charter members who are deceased: Katherine Moore, Floria Aldridge, Joyce Tetterton- Schactner. Living charter members: Helen Adams, Gail Anderson, Willie Franklin, Virginia Gaddy, Margaret Bryant, Melody Garcia, Renee Duckenfeld-Moore; Clementine Crawford, Beverly Brown, Valgenia Jackson, Dorothy Kornegay.

As we build bridges for children and youth, we as a chapter, resolve to invest our time, talent and other resources towards practical solutions, always serving as role models, mentors and friends.

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N eW VvCT Vv, CiA Cvt CY-pte v• CoVvt LVveVvtCT L soc-Let[ es,, Inc. History In September 1991, Melvinor Jackson Kendrick, invited a group of comm unity active ladies to her home with the purpose of exploring the possibility of starting a chapter of The Continental Societies, Inc. in Newnan, Ga. The possi bi l ity of rga nizi ng and ponsoring a chapter had been d i scussed with a dear friend and sister of the Washi ngton, D.C. chapler BJ. Morgan , prior t inviting the lad ies to her hom . The ladies who met were impressed with the mission of The Continental Societies, Inc. After several meetings the ladies contacted Barbara Morgan of the Washington D.C. chapter to express their desire of becoming a chapter in the Continental Societies, Inc...Barbara Morgan then contacted National Membership Chairperson, Edna B. Calhoun, of the ladies interest in starting a chapter.

Th e profil es were completed and u bmitted duri ng the interim period of waiting. While waiting, the lad ies busied themselves witb community activities and fund raisers to offset any financial responsibilities necessary for starting this chapter. Once the ladies of the chapter were approved, the ball started to roll. Two dates for the installation were submitted and, believe it or not, the earliest date was selected. So, we began our tiring but happy journ ey of putting together a h i torical instal l at ion weekend . Thes activi ties were chaired by Juanita W. Byrd wh later beca me the S uthea stcrn Regional Director (2010 a Regional Scholarship was named in her honor) and co-chaired by Rosa Wilkerson and Cathy Moses. We were advised, assisted, and guided graciously by the National Membership Chairperson, Edna B. Calhoun and the Washington, D.C. sponsoring chapter.

The installation weekend was February 28-29, 1992. It was a spectacular weekend from beginning to end. The weekend spent at Days Inn in Newnan, Ga. was one to remember, beginning with registration Friday night. The luncheon and fashion show on Saturday morning was attended by dignitaries; the mayor presented a proclamation to Melvinor Kendrick, president of the group of 16 dedicated women. The installation took place at two o'clock P.M, those installed were: Anne Butts, Juanita W. Byrd, Earnesteen Camp, Gracie Cannon, Annie L. Clowers, Gwendolyn Conley, Margie Davie, Margaret Garrett, Carolyn Henderson, Johnnie Jones, Melvinor Kendrick, Alice Malcolm, Cathy Moses, Germaine Smith, Carolyn Taylor, and Rosa Wilkerson.

The lad ies looked vibrant as tlley dressed u n iform ly in whi te dresses. lnstallation ceremonies were perfi nned by the National President, Evelyn Mean ; the National Mem bership Cha irperson, Edna Cal hoon; the South east Regional Director, Jean ne ooper; spons ring chapter Washington, DC President, Edna Lee Long-Green .Members of tJ1e fol lowing chapters attended· Atlanta, Georgia · Birm i ngham , A labama; Tuskegee, A labama; La range, Georgia· Washington, D.C. and New Jersey.

The finale of the installation weekend was a formal Dinner-Dance, where the Magnolia Blossom (a Southern Bloom) was the motif. This, too, was an event to remember with tuxedoes and red sequin gowns. There was an overflowing group from the community and out of town guests to support this glorious occasion.

After this installation weekend we were on our way as an official chapter of the Continental Societies, Inc.

(Newnan)

Our first president was Melvinor Jackson Kendrick, followed by Rosa Wilkerson, Earnesteen Camp, Juanita W. Byrd, Johnnie Jones, Gracie Cannon, Melvinor Jackson Kendrick, Linda Dixon, Toni White, and our present president, Glynis Tanner. Melvinor Kendrick, Newnan Chapter Founder, has served as the Regional Director for two terms, 2014-18. Under her leadership, the region's membership has increased, scholarship awards have increased in the number awarded and the amounts, the community service projects have been supported. In 2016, the forming of the Carlton Kendrick scholarship for deserving students pursuing their postsecondary education at a technical school, The regional essay award was named for our dedicated charter member and former chapter president, the late Juanita Watts Byrd.

For 24 years we have provided many services, activities (HEER, Arts and Humanities) and scholarships to the underserved children and youth in Coweta, Meriwether, and surrounding counties. Many of these services were funded through grants, individual and corporate giving. We have received regional and national recognition for outstanding performances. Many of the members have served and are presently serving as officers and committee chairs at both the regional and national levels. Newnan's goals are to continue providing services, activities, and scholarships to the deserving youth of the counties mentioned above. Continental Societies, Inc. Newport News-Hampton Chapter History 1953-2016

1953 & 1954 The Newport News- Hampton Chapter was chartered as the Newport News Chapter of Continental Society for Children of the Virgin Islands. The Newport News-Hampton Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc. is the oldest chapter in the Mid-Atlantic Region. The chapter was chartered: Saturday, March 20, 1953 at the home of Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Crutchfield, 2900 Orcutt Avenue, Newport News, Virginia. The (19) names of Charter Members Installed and Officers initially elected were Novelette Downing – President, Marion Erwin – Vice President, Octavia Knight –Recording Secretary, Katherine Goble- Asst. Recording Secretary, Aleyne Blayton - Financial Secretary, Jean Walker – Corresponding Secretary, Marie Davis – Treasurer, Margaret Johnson- Parliamentarian, Louise Harris, Ruby DeWitt, Alethia Fentreas, Mary Belden, Leola Moron, Ester Douglas, Margaret Epps,– Anne Ross, Leona Butts, Beatrice Crutchfield, and Dorothy Brown. In 1954 the Chapter Implemented & Completed the following programs and activities the first Year of Operation:  December 13, 1954 for 400 children at the Doris Miller Community Center, Newport News, VA  First Annual Cabaret “Caribbean Carnival at the Hampton Armory, Friday, October 8, 1954.  A trip to Florida and Cuba was presented as a prize. Mrs. C. C. Smith, Jr. of Newport News won the trip. 1955 Officers and members for 1955 were Novelette Downing – President, Marion Erwin – Vice President, Octavia Knight –Recording Secretary, Lenora Butts - Asst. Recording Secretary, Hattie Alston- Financial Secretary, Alyena Blayton – Corresponding Secretary, Marie Davis – Treasurer, Margaret Johnson- Parliamentarian, Louise Harris, Ruby DeWitt, Alethia Fentreas, Mary Belden, Leola Maron, Ester Douglas, Margaret Epps, Anne Ross, Leona Butts, Beatrice Crutchfield, and Dorothy Brown. In 1955 the Chapter Implemented & Completed the following programs and activities:  Chapter had members from Newport News, Williamsburg, and Norfolk, VA. Each location gave Christmas parties  The Newport News party was held at Doris Miller Community Center  The Williamsburg party was held at Williamsburg Youth Center  The Norfolk party was at Children’s ward of the King Daughters Hospital  The chapter also donated to 7,000 children in the Virgin Island  Chapter presented $50 for membership to the King Street Community Center

1 Member Activities & Awards Fundraisers: They sponsored a trip to Florida as a fundraiser to fund their activities. They also sponsored a “Hands across the Sea Dinner to benefit the Hats Scholarship Fund for the College students of the Virgin Island. Sadly The Newport News Chapter with drew at the end of 1955

In 1956 and 1957 the Newport News Chapter was inactive during 1956 and 1957

2 1958 Under the leadership of Clara Faulcon, on November 1, 1958 at the home of Mrs. Hattie Haskins, Hampton, Virginia, the Newport News Chapter of Continentals were sponsored by the Washington, DC Chapter and participated in their 1st Conclave sponsored by the Baltimore Continentals held at Paradise Farm Country Club, Cuddleback, New York. Charter members of the Newport News Chapter were Clara Faulcon, Bertharine Francis, Celestine Raney, Hattie Alston, Lois Taylor, Hattie Haskins, Dorothy Brown, Mildred Jennings, Catherine Young, Maratha Cherry, Lenora Butts, Hattie Boaz, Alberta Mangana, and Lenora Boyd. The Newport News Chapter was reinstalled and sponsored by the Washington, DC Chapter

3 1959 Officers and members of the Newport News Chapter were: Clara Faulcon, Bertharine Francis, Celestine Raney, Hattie Alston, Lois Taylor, Hattie Haskins, Dorothy Brown, Mildred Jennings, Catherine Young, Maratha Cherry, Lenora Butts, Hattie Boaz, Alberta Mangana, and Lenora Boyd. The Newport News Chapter made donations to: Hampton Roads Boys’ Club; Smithfield Schools (Save-A-Tooth Clinic); Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Regional Center (PARC), Hampton; Area Panel for Childhood Needs; Nansemond County Schools (Eye Clinic); Phyllis Wheatley Branch, YWCA; and Citizens Boys Club of Hampton, Inc.

1960 Officers and members of the Newport News Chapter were: Clara Faulcon, Bertharine Francis, Celestine Raney, Hattie Alston, Lois Taylor, Hattie Haskins, Dorothy Brown, Mildred Jennings, Catherine Young, Maratha Cherry, Lenora Butts, Hattie Boaz, Alberta Mangana, and Lenora Boyd. The Newport News Chapter made donations to: Hampton Roads Boys’ Club; Smithfield Schools (Save-A-Tooth Clinic); Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Regional Center (PARC), Hampton; Area Panel for Childhood Needs; Nansemond County Schools (Eye Clinic); Phyllis Wheatley Branch, YWCA; and Citizens Boys Club of Hampton, Inc.

1961 Officers and members of the Newport News Chapter were: Clara Faulcon, Bertharine Francis, Celestine Raney, Hattie Alston, Lois Taylor, Hattie Haskins, Dorothy Brown, Mildred Jennings, Catherine Young, Maratha Cherry, Lenora Butts, Hattie Boaz, Alberta Mangana, and Lenora Boyd. The Newport News Chapter made donations to: Hampton Roads Boys’ Club; Smithfield Schools (Save-A-Tooth Clinic); Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Regional Center (PARC), Hampton; Area Panel for Childhood Needs; Nansemond County Schools (Eye Clinic); Phyllis Wheatley Branch, YWCA; and Citizens Boys Club of Hampton, Inc.

The Newport News Chapter sponsored the Goldsboro, NC Chapter

1962 Officers and members of the Newport News Chapter were: Clara Faulcon, Hattie Alston, Joyce Dotson, Dorothy Brown, Hattie Boaz, Alberta Mangana, Jeanelle Boyd, Alice Boyd, Mary Jackson, Alice Robinson, Eunice Mitchell, Thelma Howell, and Lenora Boyd.

The year 1962 marked a milestone in the thriving organization of six chapters. The Seventh Annual Conclave was held at Bayshore Beach, Virginia. Newport News Chapter was the host. The Washington Continentals suggested the establishment of a national governing body

6 in view of the rapid expansion. They suggested a Central Advisory Committee. Kitty Higgs, a Washington, DC Continental, was elected Chairwoman with the charged of getting this new organization going as soon as possible. Newport News along with the five other chapters donated $750 to the Prince Edwards County School. Representatives from the Newport News Chapter to the Central Advisory Committee were Clara Faulcon and Alberta Mangana.

Newport News Chapter local donations: Major donation was given to the Pre-School for the Mentally Retarded

1963 - September

7 Officers and members of the Newport News Chapter were: Mary Jackson – President, Dorothy Brown – Vice President, Eunice Mitchell – Recording Secretary, Alberta Mangana – Financial Secretary, Julia Morris – Corresponding Secretary, Flora Thornton – Asst. Recording Secretary, Lenora Boyd – Treasurer, Alice Boyd – Parliamentarian, Clara Faulcon, Hattie Alston, Joyce Dotson, Hattie Boaz, Jeanelle Boyd, Jean Scott, Alice Robinson, and Thelma Howell. Newport News Chapter local donations: Major donation was given to the Pre-School for the Mentally Retarded

1964 Officers and members of the Newport News Chapter were: Mary Jackson – President, Dorothy Brown – Vice President, Eunice Mitchell – Recording Secretary, Alberta Mangana – Financial Secretary, Julia Morris – Corresponding Secretary, Flora Thornton – Asst. Recording Secretary, Lenora Boyd – Treasurer, Alice Boyd – Parliamentarian, Clara Faulcon, Hattie Alston, Joyce Dotson, Hattie Boaz, Elsie Kinderd, Maggie Malone, Cora Boone, Jeanelle Boyd, Jean Scott, Alice Robinson, and Thelma Howell. In 1964, the Newport News Continental Chapter membership was 20 members. Mary Jackson from the Newport News Chapter was elected unanimously as Corresponding Secretary of the CAC Committee.

Newport News Chapter local donations: Major donation was given to the Pre-School for the Mentally Retarded

8 1965 Officers of the Chapter 1965-1966 were President, Flora Thornton; Vice President, Dorothy Brown; Recording Secretary, Alice Boyd; Assistant Recording Secretary, Gloria Hutching; Financial Secretary, Jeanelle Boyd; Corresponding Secretary, Jean Scott; Treasurer, Lenora Boyd; Public Relations, Cora Boone. Members of the chapter were Hattie Alston, Alberta Mangana, Hattie Boaz, Clara Faulcon, Alice Robinson, Mary Jackson, Eunice Mitchell, and Thelma Howell. In 1965 at the Conclave at Tally-Ho Motor Hotel, Valley Forge, Pennsylvania, the Newport News Chapter sponsored a chapter in Roanoke, Virginia. The chapter launched its annual fund raising activity. For two years (1965 – 1967), it was entitled “Mid-Winter Ball”. From 1967 to the present, it has been entitled “Heart Time Ball”. This activity is held during the month of February. A souvenir booklet is supported by ads, boosters and patrons solicited by the members. Other income is derived by the sale of tickets for the ball. Members are responsible for soliciting a minimum of $200 in ads and selling the designated number of tickets allotted. “Go-getter” members have been known to individually solicit approximately $1,200 in ads. Newport News Chapter local donations: Major donations were given to the Children’s Ward of the Norfolk Community Hospital and Sarah Bonwell School (Sponsored by the Peninsula Association for Retarded Children).

1966 Officers of the Chapter 1965-1966 were President, Flora Thornton; Vice President, Dorothy Brown; Recording Secretary, Alice Boyd; Assistant Recording Secretary, Gloria Hutching; Financial Secretary, Jeanelle Boyd; Corresponding Secretary, Jean Scott; Treasurer, Lenora Boyd; Public Relations, Cora Boone. Members of the chapter were Hattie Alston, Alberta Mangana, Hattie Boaz, Clara Faulcon, Alice Robinson, Mary Jackson, Eunice Mitchell, and Thelma Howell. Newport News Chapter local donations: Major donations were given to the Children’s Ward of the Norfolk Community Hospital and Sarah Bonwell School (Sponsored by the Peninsula Association for Retarded Children).

1967 Officers : President - Flora Thornton, Vice President - Hattie Boaz, Recording Secretary - Jean Scott, Corresponding Secretary - Mary Jackson, Financial Secretary - Jeanelle Boyd, Treasurer - Lenora Boyd, and Parliamentarian - Cora Boone. Members were: Hattie Alston, Dorothy Brown, Olivia Brown, Audrey Colman, Joyce Dodson, Thelma Howell, Elsie Kinderd, Maggie Malone, Alberta Mangana, Eunice Mitchell, Alice Robinson, Francine Perry, Blondell Pritchett, Gloria Stewart, and Frances White. The Newport News Chapter made donations to: Listening Aid to Norfolk Community Hospital; Hampton Roads Boys’ Club; Smithfield Schools (Save-A-Tooth Clinic); Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Regional Center (PARC), Hampton; Area Panel for Childhood Needs;

9 Nansemond County Schools (Eye Clinic); Phyllis Wheatley Branch, YWCA; and Citizens Boys Club of Hampton, Inc. Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Craftsman’s Hall, Newport News, VA, February 3, 1967.

1968 Officers: President - Thelma Howell, Vice President - Joyce Washington, Recording Secretary - Frances White, Corresponding Secretary - Francine Perry, Financial Secretary - Blondell Pritchett, Treasurer - Lenora Boyd, and Parliamentarian - Hattie Boaz. Members were: Hattie Alston (Honorary), Alice Boyd, Jeanelle Boyd, Core Boone, Dorothy Borwn, Olivia Brown, Mary Jackson, Alberta Mangana, Eunice Mitchell, Alice Robinson, Gloria Stewart, and Flora Thornton. The Newport News Chapter made donations to: Listening Aid to Norfolk Community Hospital,; Hampton Roads Boys’ Club; Smithfield Schools (Save-A-Tooth Clinic); Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Regional Center (PARC), Hampton; Area Panel for Childhood Needs; Nansemond County Schools (Eye Clinic); Phyllis Wheatley Branch, YWCA; and Citizens Boys Club of Hampton, Inc. Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Craftsman’s Hall, Newport News, VA, February 2, 1968. 1969 Officers and members for 1969 and 1970 were Gloria Stewart – President, Francine C. Perry – Vice President, Vernelle Walden – Recording Secretary, Blondell Pritchett – Financial Secretary, Sylvia Johnson – Corresponding Secretary, Lenora Boyd – Treasurer, Jeanelle Boyd – Parliamentarian. Members were: Hattie Boaz, Cora Boone, Naomi Boykin, Dorothy Brown, Thelma Howell, Mary Jackson (LOA), Alberta Mangana, Alice Robinson, Sterling Robinson, Henrietta Thompson, Flora Thornton, and Hattie Alston (Honoray).

The Newport News Chapter proposed the idea of Continental Jewelry. The first jewelry committee was composed of members from that chapter with Mary Jackson as Chairwoman. Alberta Mangana, Newport News Continental, created the script for the Jewelry Dedicatory Ceremony in 1969 at the Roanoke Conclave.

10 The Newport News Chapter made donations to: Hampton Roads Boys’ Club; Smithfield Schools (Save-A-Tooth Clinic); Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Regional Center (PARC), Hampton; Area Panel for Childhood Needs; Nansemond County Schools (Eye Clinic); Phyllis Wheatley Branch, YWCA; and Citizens Boys Club of Hampton, Inc.

1970 Officers and members for 1969 and 1970 were Gloria Stewart – President, Francine C. Perry – Vice President, Vernelle Walden – Recording Secretary, Blondell Pritchett – Financial Secretary, Sylvia Johnson – Corresponding Secretary, Lenora Boyd – Treasurer, Jeanelle Boyd – Parliamentarian. Members were: Hattie Boaz, Cora Boone, Naomi Boykin, Dorothy Brown, Thelma Howell, Mary Jackson (LOA), Alberta Mangana, Alice Robinson, Sterling Robinson, Henrietta Thompson, Flora Thornton, and Hattie Alston (Honoray).

The Newport News Chapter made donations to: Hampton Roads Boys’ Club; Smithfield Schools (Save-A-Tooth Clinic); Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Regional Center (PARC), Hampton; Area Panel for Childhood Needs; Nansemond County Schools (Eye Clinic); Phyllis Wheatley Branch, YWCA; and Citizens Boys Club of Hampton, Inc. Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Bayshore Pavilion, February 27, 1970. 1971 Officers and members for 1969 and 1970 were Gloria Stewart – President, Francine C. Perry – Vice President, Vernelle Walden – Recording Secretary, Blondell Pritchett – Financial Secretary, Sylvia Johnson – Corresponding Secretary, Lenora Boyd – Treasurer, Jeanelle Boyd – Parliamentarian. Members were: Hattie Boaz, Cora Boone, Naomi Boykin, Dorothy Brown, Thelma Howell, Mary Jackson, Alberta Mangana, Alice Robinson, Sterling Robinson, Henrietta Thompson, Flora Thornton, Sophronia White, Elizabeth Lassiter, Cleta Still, Josephine Wright, and Hattie Alston (Honorary).

With an equalized membership of ladies living in Newport News and Hampton, in the ‘70s the members agreed to add “Hampton” to the chapter’s name. In 1971, Newport News Chapter of Continentals became Newport News/Hampton Chapter of Continental Societies.

Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball 1972 Officers: President - Francine Perry, Vice President - Cora Boone, Recording Secretary - Norma Boykin, Assistant Recording Secretary - Vernell Walden, Corresponding Secretary - Flora Thornton , Financial Secretary - Hattie Boaz, Treasurer - Sterling Robinson, and Parliamentarian - Jeanelle Boyd. Members were: Cleta Still, Sophronia White, Lenora Boyd,

11 Thelma Howell, Gloria Stewart, Sylvia Johnson, Elizabeth Lassiter, Alberta Mangana, Josephine Wright, Blondell Pritchett, Alice Robinson, and Hattie Alston (Honorary). On Thursday, June 29, 1972, the National Incorporation Committee met at the Chamberlain Hotel, Hampton, Virginia site of the Seventeenth Annual Conclave hosted by the Newport News/Hampton Chapter. Chairwoman Eddriss Pridgen who presented the articles for refinement or change opened the meeting. Having completed its charge, the Incorporation Committee recommended the Articles of Incorporation for adoption to the Central Advisory Committee. Proclamations were issued from mayors of both cities, proclaiming Saturday, July 1, 1972 as “Continental Day.” The theme selected for the souvenir program was “Continental Showcase” which was ably presented by Dr. Mary T. Christian, then Professor of Education and Chairman of the Department of Elementary Education, Hampton Institute (now Hampton University). The combined Continental gift of $1,500 was awarded to the Citizens Boys Club of Hampton. The first Board was composed of three members from each of the thirteen chapters forming the Continental Societies. Board members from the Newport News Chapter were Mary Jackson, Naomi Boykin and Francine C. Perry. The Articles of Incorporation were filed on November 9, 1972. At the November business meeting, the first Board members were officially seated.

Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, 1973 Officers: President - Francine Perry, Vice President - Mary Jackson, Recording Secretary - Norma Boykin, Assistant Recording Secretary - Vernell Walden, Corresponding Secretary - Flora Thornton , Financial Secretary - Hattie Boaz, Treasurer - Sterling Robinson, and Parliamentarian - Jeanelle Boyd. Members were: Cora Boone, Cleta Still, Sophronia White, Lenora Boyd, Thelma Howell, Gloria Stewart, Sylvia Johnson, Elizabeth Lassiter, Alberta Mangana, Josephine Wright, Blondell Pritchett, Alice Robinson, Ruth Davis, Alice Graves, Bernice Wilson, Harriett Smith, Shirley Poe, Jean Hunter and Bessie Richardson. The Newport News Chapter made donations to: Hampton Roads Boys’ Club; Smithfield Schools (Save-A-Tooth Clinic); Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Regional Center (PARC), Hampton; Area Panel for Childhood Needs; Nansemond County Schools (Eye Clinic); Phyllis Wheatley Branch, YWCA; and Citizens Boys Club of Hampton, Inc.

Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, 1974 Officers: President - Francine Perry, Vice President - Mary Jackson, Recording Secretary - Norma Boykin, Assistant Recording Secretary - Vernell Walden, Corresponding Secretary - Flora Thornton , Financial Secretary - Hattie Boaz, Treasurer - Sterling Robinson, Sergeant-at-

12 Arms – Alice Robinson, Historian – Alberta Mangana, and Parliamentarian - Jeanelle Boyd. Members were: Cora Boone, Cleta Still, Sophronia White, Lenora Boyd, Thelma Howell, Gloria Stewart, Sylvia Johnson, Elizabeth Lassiter (LOA), Josephine Wright, Blondell Pritchett, Ruth Davis, Alice Graves, Bernice Wilson, Harriett Smith, Shirley Poe, Jean Hunter, Bessie Richardson, and Hattie Alston (Honorary). The Newport News Chapter made donations to: Hampton Roads Boys’ Club; Smithfield Schools (Save-A-Tooth Clinic); Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Regional Center (PARC), Hampton; Area Panel for Childhood Needs; Nansemond County Schools (Eye Clinic); Phyllis Wheatley Branch, YWCA; and Citizens Boys Club of Hampton, Inc.

Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, 1975 Officers: President - Francine Perry, Vice President - Mary Jackson, Recording Secretary - Norma Boykin, Assistant Recording Secretary, Vernell Walden, Corresponding Secretary, Flora Thornton , Financial Secretary - Hattie Boaz, Treasurer - Sterling Robinson, Parliamentarian - Jeanelle Boyd and Sergeant-at-Arms – Alice Robinson. Members were: Cora Boone, Cleta Still, Sophronia White, Lenora Boyd, Thelma Howell, Gloria Stewart, Sylvia Johnson, Elizabeth Lassiter (LOA), Josephine Wright, Blondell Pritchett, Ruth Davis, Alice Graves, Bernice Wilson, Harriett Smith, Shirley Poe, Jean Hunter, Bessie Richardson, and Alberta Mangana (Honorary). The chapter donated $4,790 to the following organizations: King Street Community Center, Peninsula Area Panel for Childhood Needs, Peninsula Association for Retarded Children, Hampton Roads Boys Club, BCA, Citizens Boys Club BCA, Phyllis Wheatly YWCA, Save-A- Tooth Clinic (Windsor, VA, Learning Stations, E. Suffolk Elementary School, Sickle Cell Anemia, Hampton School Board (2 Reading Scholarships), National Charity, Adopted Family in Newport News, and sponsored two youth from PARC to Training Seminar in Atlanta, GA 1976 Officers: President - Francine Perry, Vice President - Mary Jackson, Recording Secretary - Norma Boykin, Assistant Recording Secretary, Vernell Walden, Corresponding Secretary, Flora Thornton , Financial Secretary - Hattie Boaz, Treasurer - Sterling Robinson, Parliamentarian - Jeanelle Boyd and Sergeant-at-Arms – Alice Robinson. Members were: Cora Boone, Cleta Still, Sophronia White, Lenora Boyd, Thelma Howell, Gloria Stewart, Sylvia Johnson, Elizabeth Lassiter (LOA), Josephine Wright, Blondell Pritchett, Ruth Davis, Alice Graves, Bernice Wilson, Harriett Smith, Shirley Poe, Jean Hunter, Bessie Richardson, and Alberta Mangana (Honorary). There was a 50-mile radius for Continental Chapters to operate. After this band was lifted, in 1976 the Newport News Chapter sponsored the Norfolk/Virginia Beach Chapter. Several members of this chapter were members of the Newport News Chapter. The organizer was Alice Boyd and charter members were Gloria Hutchins, Elsie Kindred, Joyce Dodson, and Jean Scott.

13 The Newport News Chapter made a total of $10, 000 in donations to: Hampton Roads Boys’ Club; Smithfield Schools (Save-A-Tooth Clinic); Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Regional Center (PARC), Hampton; Area Panel for Childhood Needs; Nansemond County Schools (Eye Clinic); Phyllis Wheatley Branch, YWCA; and Citizens Boys Club of Hampton, Inc.

1977 Officers and Members were Mary Jackson – President, Josephine Wright – Vice President, Naomi Boykins – Recording Secretary, Bessie Richardson – Asst. Recording Secretary, Audrey Colman – Financial Secretary, Shirley Poe – Corresponding Secretary, Clesta Still – Treasurer, Ruth Davis – Parliamentarian, Jean Hunter – Sergeant-at-arms, Hattie Boaz – Historian. Members were: Hattie Boaz, Cora Boone, Jeanelle Boyd, Lenora Boyd, Sophronia Burwell, Alice Milo, Thelma Howell, Francine C. Parry, Blondell Pritchett, Alice Robinson, Sterling Robinson, Harriett Smith, Bernice Wilson, Flora Thornton, and Vernell Walden.

Francine Perry- served as National Sergeant-at-Arms The Newport News Chapter made $10,200 in donations to: Hampton Roads Boys’ Club; Smithfield Schools (Save-A-Tooth Clinic); Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Regional Center (PARC), Hampton; Area Panel for Childhood Needs; Nansemond County Schools (Eye Clinic); Phyllis Wheatley Branch, YWCA; and Citizens Boys Club of Hampton, Inc.

Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball 1978 Officers and Members were Francine C. Perry – President, Josephine Wright – Vice President, Margaret Harper – Recording Secretary, Curley Lunsford – Asst. Recording Secretary, Audrey Colman – Financial Secretary, Shirley Poe – Corresponding Secretary, Clesta Still – Treasurer, Hattie Boaz – Parliamentarian, Lenora Boyd – Sergeant-at-arms, Naomi Boykins – Historian, and Vernell Walden – Public Relations. Members were: Jeanelle Boyd, Beatrice Courtney, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Cora Boone, Jeanelle Boyd, Hattie Jones, Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Sophronia Burwell, Alice Milo, Thelma Howell, Blondell Pritchett, Alice Robinson, Bessie Richardson, Sterling Robinson, Harriett Smith, Bernice Wilson, Flora Thornton, Frances Batts, Mary Jackson, Elizabeth Lassiter (LOA), Gwendolyn Leach (LOA), Jean Hunter, Hattie Alston (Honorary), and Alberta Mangana (Honorary).

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14 1979 Officers and Members were Bernice Wilson – President, Alice Milo – Vice President, Margaret Harper – Recording Secretary, Cleta Still – Asst. Recording Secretary, Audrey Colman – Financial Secretary, Curley Lunsford – Corresponding Secretary, Blondell Pritchett – Treasurer, Lois Donnette – Parliamentarian, Bessie Richardson – Sergeant-at-arms, Naomi Boykins – Historian, Francine Perry – Budget Officer, and Flora Thornton – Public Relations. Members were: Lenora Boyd, Beatrice Courtney, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Cora Boone, Jeanelle Boyd, Hattie Jones, Annie Daniels, Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Sophronia Burwell, Thelma Howell, Blondell Pritchett, Alice Robinson, Sterling Robinson, Harriett Smith, Beatrice Courtney, Flora Thornton, Frances Batts, Mary Jackson, Elizabeth Lassiter, Gwendolyn Leach, Jean Hunter, Hattie Alston (Honorary), and Alberta Mangana (Honorary).

Mary Jackson was elected National Financial Secretary for 1879-1981 Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball 1980 Officers and Members were Bernice Wilson – President, Alice Milo – Vice President, Cleta Still – Recording Secretary, Vernell Wladen – Asst. Recording Secretary, Ruth Davis – Financial Secretary, Curley Lunsford – Corresponding Secretary, Blondell Pritchett – Treasurer, Lois Donnette – Parliamentarian, Bessie Richardson – Sergeant-at-arms, Naomi Boykins – Historian, and Flora Thornton – Public Relations. Members were: Lenora Boyd, Beatrice Courtney, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Cora Boone, Jeanelle Boyd, Hattie Jones, Annie Daniels, Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Sophronia Burwell, Thelma Howell, Blondell Pritchett, Alice Robinson, Sterling Robinson, Harriett Smith, Beatrice Courtney, Flora Thornton, Frances Batts, Mary Jackson, Elizabeth Lassiter, Gwendolyn Leach, Jean Hunter, Hattie Alston (Honorary), and Alberta Mangana (Honorary).

Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball 1981 Officers and Members were Bernice Wilson – President, Alice Milo – Vice President, Cleta Still – Recording Secretary, Vernell Wladen – Asst. Recording Secretary, Ruth Davis – Financial Secretary, Curley Lunsford – Corresponding Secretary, Blondell Pritchett – Treasurer, Lois Donnette – Parliamentarian, Bessie Richardson – Sergeant-at-arms, Naomi Boykins –

15 Historian, and Flora Thornton – Public Relations. Members were: Lenora Boyd, Beatrice Courtney, Annie Daniels, Cora Boone, Jeanelle Boyd, Hattie Jones, Annie Daniels, Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Sophronia Burwell, Thelma Howell, Blondell Pritchett, Alice Robinson, Sterling Robinson, Harriett Smith, Beatrice Courtney, Flora Thornton, Frances Batts, Mary Jackson, Elizabeth Lassiter, Gwendolyn Leach, Jean Hunter, Hattie Alston (Honorary), and Alberta Mangana (Honorary).

Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball 1982 Officers and Members were Bernice Wilson – President, Margaret Harper – Vice President, Christine Morton – Recording Secretary, Cleta Still – Asst. Recording Secretary, Ruth Davis – Financial Secretary, Flora Thornton – Corresponding Secretary, Audrey Colman – Treasurer, Frances Batts – Parliamentarian, Hattie Jones – Chaplian, Naomi Boykins – Historian, Francine Perry – Budget Officer, and Lois Donnette – Public Relations. Members were: Lenora Boyd, Beatrice Courtney, Annie Daniels, Cora Boone, Jeanelle Boyd, Hattie Jones, Annie Daniels, Maggie Oliver, Sophronia Burwell, Thelma Howell, Blondell Pritchett, Alice Robinson, Sterling Robinson, Harriett Smith, Beatrice Courtney, Flora Thornton, Frances Batts, Mary Jackson, Elizabeth Lassiter, Vernell Walden, Alice Milo, Gwendolyn Leach, Jean Hunter, Hattie Boaz, and Josephine Wright.

Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball 1983 Officers and Members were Naomi Boykin – President, Christine Morton – Vice President, Maggie Oliver – Recording Secretary, Lois Donnette – Asst. Recording Secretary, Ruth Davis – Financial Secretary, Frances Batts – Corresponding Secretary, Audrey Colman – Treasurer, Jeanelle Boyd – Parliamentarian, Hattie Jones – Chaplain, Mary Jackson – Historian, Bernice Wilson – Budget Officer, Bessie Richardson - Sgt-at-Arms, and Alice Milo – Public Relations. Members were: Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Cora Boone, Annie Daniels, Ester Gaynor, Franki Williams, Sophronia Burwell, Thelma Howell, Blondell Pritchett, Alice Robinson, Sterling Robinson, Vernell Walden, Alice Milo, Jean Hunter, Hattie Boaz, and Josephine Wright.

16 The Newport News Chapter made donations to: Hampton Roads Boys’ Club; Smithfield Schools (Save-A-Tooth Clinic); Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Regional Center (PARC), Hampton; Area Panel for Childhood Needs; Nansemond County Schools (Eye Clinic); Phyllis Wheatley Branch, YWCA; and Citizens Boys Club of Hampton, Inc.

Award – won Arts and Humanities for “Adopt A Child Program at the 1983 Conclave.

Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball 1984 Officers and Members were Naomi Boykin – President, Christine Morton – Vice President, Maggie Oliver – Recording Secretary, Lois Donnette – Asst. Recording Secretary, Ruth Davis – Financial Secretary, Francine Perry – Corresponding Secretary, Audrey Colman – Treasurer, Jeanelle Boyd – Parliamentarian, Hattie Jones – Chaplain, Mary Jackson – Historian, Bernice Wilson – Budget Officer, Bessie Richardson - Sgt-at-Arms, and Alice Milo – Public Relations. Members were: Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Cora Boone, Annie Daniels, Ester Gaynor, Franki Williams, Sophronia Burwell, Thelma Howell, Blondell Pritchett, Alice Robinson, Sterling Robinson, Vernell Walden, Alice Milo, Jean Hunter, Hattie Boaz, Alberta Gatling, Frances Batts, Cleta Still, and Josephine Wright.

Sponsored two students’ trip to New York City, Donated money to the youth department of Sixth Mount Zion Baptist Church where the chapter attended service during the Founder’s Day weekend. Donated Thanksgiving baskets to needy families, Christmas party at the Peninsula Association for Retarded Children, delivered toys to the Pediatrics Department of Whittaker Hospital, participated in the Mother’s March on Birth Defects, made contributions to Adopt-a- Child program, sponsored a sickle cell and blood pressure screening, teenage sex awareness workshop, a culture bazaar, and awards day. The Newport News Chapter made donations to: Hampton Roads Boys’ Club; Smithfield Schools (Save-A-Tooth Clinic); Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Regional Center (PARC), Hampton; Area Panel for Childhood Needs; Nansemond County Schools (Eye Clinic); Phyllis Wheatley Branch, YWCA; and Citizens Boys Club of Hampton, Inc.

National Award - 1984 for Adopt-A-Family (Health)

Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball 1985 Officers and Members were Naomi Boykin – President, Christine Morton – Vice President, Maggie Oliver – Recording Secretary, Lois Donnette – Asst. Recording Secretary, Ruth Davis – Financial Secretary, Francine Perry – Corresponding Secretary, Audrey Colman – Treasurer, Jeanelle Boyd – Parliamentarian, Hattie Jones – Chaplain, Mary Jackson – Historian, Bernice Wilson – Budget Officer, Bessie Richardson - Sgt-at-Arms, and Alice Milo – Public Relations. Members were: Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Cora Boone, Annie Daniels, Ester Gaynor, Franki Williams, Sophronia Burwell, Thelma Howell, Blondell Pritchett, Alice

17 Robinson, Sterling Robinson, Vernell Walden, Alice Milo, Jean Hunter, Hattie Boaz, Alberta Gatling, Frances Batts, Cleta Still, and Josephine Wright.

Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball Year 1986 Officers and Members were Maggie Oliver – President, Mary Jackson – Vice President, Lois Donnette – Recording Secretary, Vernell Walden – Asst. Recording Secretary, Christine Morton – Financial Secretary, Alberta Gatling – Corresponding Secretary, Audrey Colman – Treasurer, Frances Batts – Parliamentarian, Hattie Jones – Chaplain, Bessie Richardson – Historian, Bernice Wilson – Budget Officer, Sophronia Burwell - Sgt-at-Arms, and Jean Hunter – Public Relations. Members were: Priscilla Barkley, Edith Cherry, Rose Vann, Jessie Holly, Alice Milo, Naomi Boykins, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Cora Boone, Annie Daniels, Ester Gaynor, Franki Williams, Thelma Howell, Blondell Pritchett, Alice Robinson, Sterling Robinson, Hattie Boaz, and Josephine Wright.

Chapter hosted a Teenage Pregnancy Form, November 29, 1986 at Bethel A.M.E. Church, Hampton, VA. The Newport News Chapter made donations to: Hampton Roads Boys’ Club; Smithfield Schools (Save-A-Tooth Clinic); Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Regional Center (PARC), Hampton; Area Panel for Childhood Needs; Nansemond County Schools (Eye Clinic); Phyllis Wheatley Branch, YWCA; and Citizens Boys Club of Hampton, Inc.

Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball 1987 Officers and Members were Maggie Oliver – President, Mary Jackson – Vice President, Rose Vann (Acting) – Recording Secretary, Vernell Walden – Asst. Recording Secretary, Christine Morton – Financial Secretary, Alberta Gatling – Corresponding Secretary, Audrey Colman – Treasurer, Hattie Jones – Chaplain, Bessie Richardson – Historian, Bernice Wilson – Budget Officer, Sophronia Burwell - Sgt-at-Arms, and Jean Hunter – Public Relations. Members were: Priscilla Barkley, Edith Cherry,Jessie Holly, Alice Milo, Naomi Boykins, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Annie Daniels, Ester Gaynor, Franki Williams, Thelma Howell, Alice Robinson, Sterling Robinson, Hattie Boaz, and Josephine Wright.

18 Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball 1988 Officers and Members were Maggie Oliver – President, Jeanelle Boyd – Vice President, Rose Vann – Recording Secretary, Sterling Roberson – Asst. Recording Secretary, Christine Morton – Financial Secretary, Priscilla Barkley – Corresponding Secretary, Audrey Colman – Treasurer, Hattie Jones – Chaplain, Alice Milo – Historian, Bernice Wilson – Budget Officer, Thelma Howell - Sgt-at-Arms, Ruth Davis – Parliamentarian, and Ester Gaynor – Public Relations. Members were: Thelma Howell, Barbara Smith, Faye Slidge, Ethel H. Pryor, Edith Cherry, Jessie Holly, Alice Milo, Naomi Boykins, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Annie Daniels, Franki Williams, Thelma Howell, Alice Robinson, Hattie Boaz, and Josephine Wright.

Hosted the Mid-Atlantic Regional Meeting, Governs Inn, Newport News, VA Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball 1989 Officers and Members were Maggie Oliver – President, Jeanelle Boyd – Vice President, Rose Vann – Recording Secretary, Sterling Roberson – Asst. Recording Secretary, Christine Morton – Financial Secretary, Priscilla Barkley – Corresponding Secretary, Audrey Colman – Treasurer, Hattie Jones – Chaplain, Alice Milo – Historian, Bernice Wilson – Budget Officer, Thelma Howell - Sgt-at-Arms, Ruth Davis – Parliamentarian, and Ester Gaynor – Public Relations. Members were: Thelma Howell, Barbara Smith, Faye Slidge, Ethel H. Pryor, Edith Cherry, Jessie Holly, Alice Milo, Naomi Boykins, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Annie Daniels, Franki Williams, Thelma Howell, Alice Robinson, Hattie Boaz, and Josephine Wright.

In 1989, the Newport News/Hampton Chapter sponsored a chapter the Mathews, Virginia Chapter. The organizer of the chapter was Virginia Kelly. Wilnet Willis was the first president..

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19 1990 Officers and Members were Rose E. Vannr – President, Mary Jackson – Vice President, Faye Slidge – Recording Secretary, Vernell Walden – Asst. Recording Secretary, Ruth Davis – Financial Secretary, Ethel H. Pryor – Corresponding Secretary, Barbara Smith – Treasurer, Hattie Jones – Chaplain, Alice Milo – Historian, Bernice Wilson – Budget Officer, Sophsonia Burwell - Sgt-at-Arms, and Sterling Robinson – Public Relations. Members were: Frances Batts, Pricilla Barkley, Alberta Gatling, Thelma Howell, Laverne Furlow, Alice Milo, Naomi Boykins, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Annie Daniels, Franki Williams, Thelma Howell, and Alice Robinson.

Continentals volunteered in the children’s ward at Newport News General Hospital. Provided SAT test prep workshops Chapter hosted a Continental Retreat for the chapter and isiting Continentals. Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball 1991 Officers and Members were Rose E. Vannr – President, Mary Jackson – Vice President, Faye Slidge – Recording Secretary, Vernell Walden – Asst. Recording Secretary, Ruth Davis – Financial Secretary, Ethel H. Pryor – Corresponding Secretary, Barbara Smith – Treasurer, Hattie Jones – Chaplain, Alice Milo – Historian, Bernice Wilson – Budget Officer, Sophsonia Burwell - Sgt-at-Arms, and Sterling Robinson – Public Relations. Members were: Pricilla Barkley, Ester Gaynor, Curley Lunsford, Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Thelma Howell, Laverne Furlow, Alice Milo, Naomi Boykins, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Annie Daniels, Franki Williams, Jean Hunter, and Alice Robinson. New members inducted were: Evelyn Anderson, Alice Brower, Carole Floyd, Clara Gravely, Shirley Hughes, Michele Whitlow, Marie Witherspoon, and Elsie Williams.

Sponsored 10 youth to attend the Hampton University Women’s basketball game, donated $450 in furniture to King Daughters hospital; provided $2, 030 in scholarships to two students; a $300 book scholarship to another student; gave three Thanksgiving basket to needy families; paid joining fees for five boy to the Boy’s Club; sponsored 10 children to attend the Ringling Brother Circus in Norfolk, VA Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball

20 1992 Officers and Members were Rose E. Vann – President, Alice Milo – Vice President, Faye Slidge – Recording Secretary, Vernell Walden – Asst. Recording Secretary, Ruth Davis – Financial Secretary, Naomi Boykins - Historian, Ethel H. Pryor – Corresponding Secretary, Barbara Smith – Treasurer, Hattie Jones – Chaplain, Alice Milo – Historian, Bernice Wilson – Budget Officer, Jean Hunter - Sgt-at-Arms, and Curley Lunsford – Public Relations. Members were: Pricilla Barkley, Ester Gaynor, Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Thelma Howell, Laverne Furlow, Mary Jackson, Ruth Davis, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Bessie Richardson, Jeanelle Boyd, Frances Batts, Franki Williams, and Alice Robinson, Evelyn Anderson, Alice Brower, Carole Floyd, Audrey Colman, Mary Moody, Florence Conley, Clara Gravely, Shirley Hughes, Michele Whitlow, Marie Witherspoon, and Elsie Williams.

200 Children from the Heard Start schools on the peninsula was given a spring picnic at Lincoln Park, Newport News; 50 children were treated to a Christmas party sponsored by the chapter at Hart McAllester Community Center

Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball 1993 Officers and Members were Rose E. Vann – President, Alice Milo – Vice President, Faye Slidge – Recording Secretary, Vernell Walden – Asst. Recording Secretary, Laverne Furlow – Financial Secretary, Naomi Boykins - Historian, Ethel H. Pryor – Corresponding Secretary, Elsie Williams - Treasurer, Hattie Jones – Chaplain, Alice Brower – Parliamentarian, Naomi Boykins – Historian, Bernice Wilson – Budget Officer, Jean Hunter - Sgt-at-Arms, and Curley Lunsford – Public Relations. Members were:Pricilla Barkley, Ester Gaynor, Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Thelma Howell, Mary Jackson, Ruth Davis, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Bessie Richardson, Jeanelle Boyd, Frances Batts, Franki Williams, and Alice Robinson, Evelyn Anderson, Barbara Smith, Carole Floyd, Audrey Colman, Mary Moody, Florence Conley, Clara Gravely, Shirley Hughes, Michele Whitlow, Marie Witherspoon, and Elsie Williams.

Chapter sponsored 50 middle school students in a career exploration program and competitive Math test Seminar on April 24, 1993 Chapter hosted the National Board Meeting

21 Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Hampton University Florence Conley (Blount) were elected Vice Regional Director and Rose Vann was elected Public Relations Officer for 1993-1995 1994 Officers and Members were Alice Milo – President, Rose E. Vann – Vice President, Carole Floyd – Recording Secretary, Clara Gravely – Asst. Recording Secretary, Laverne Furlow – Financial Secretary, Naomi Boykins - Historian, Frances Battsr – Corresponding Secretary, Evelyn Andersons - Treasurer, Sterling Robinson – Chaplain, Alice Brower – Parliamentarian, Naomi Boykins – Historian, Mary Moody - Sgt-at-Arms, and Curley Lunsford – Public Relations. Members were: Pricilla Barkley, Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Thelma Howell, Mary Jackson, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Bessie Richardson, Jeanelle Boyd, Franki Williams, and Alice Robinson, Evelyn Anderson, Barbara Smith, Carole Floyd, Bernice Wilson, Ethel H. Pryor, Effi Berry, Faye Slidge, Hattie Jones, Audrey Colman, Florence Blount, Shirley Hughes, Michele Whitlow, Marie Witherspoon, and new members Iola Jones, Leola Lawrence, Elizabeth Rouse, Olivia Staley.

Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Hampton University 1995 Officers and Members were Alice Milo – President, Rose E. Vann – Vice President, Carole Floyd – Recording Secretary, Clara Gravely – Asst. Recording Secretary, Laverne Furlow – Financial Secretary, Naomi Boykins - Historian, Frances Batts – Corresponding Secretary, Evelyn Andersons - Treasurer, Sterling Robinson – Chaplain, Alice Brower – Parliamentarian, Faye Slidges – Historian, Mary Moody - Sgt-at-Arms, and Naomi Boykind – Public Relations. Members were: Pricilla Barkley, Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Thelma Howell, Mary Jackson, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Bessie Richardson, Jeanelle Boyd, Franki Williams, and Alice Robinson, Evelyn Anderson, Barbara Smith, Carole Floyd, Bernice Wilson, Ethel H. Pryor, Effi Berry, Faye Slidge, Hattie Jones, Audrey Colman, Florence Blount, Shirley Hughes, Michele Whitlow, Marie Witherspoon, and new members Iola Jones, Leola Lawrence, Elizabeth Rouse, Olivia Staley.

In October 1995 the chapter organized a group of girls named the Continental Cadets. The purpose of this program was to provide positive mentoring to the girls.

22 Florence Conley (Blount) were re-elected elected Vice Regional Director and Rose Vann was elected Public Relations Officer for 1995-1997 Rose Vann was elected National Public Relations Officer for 1995-1997 Won 1st Place - National HEER Award -1995 for Arts and Humanities Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Hampton University 1996 Officers and Members were Alice Milo – President, Rose E. Vann – Vice President, Carole Floyd – Recording Secretary, Clara Gravely – Asst. Recording Secretary, Laverne Furlow – Financial Secretary, Naomi Boykins - Historian, Frances Batts – Corresponding Secretary, Evelyn Andersons - Treasurer, Sterling Robinson – Chaplain, Alice Brower – Parliamentarian, Naomi Boykins – Historian, Mary Moody - Sgt-at-Arms, and Curley Lunsford – Public Relations. Members were: Pricilla Barkley, Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Thelma Howell, Mary Jackson, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Bessie Richardson, Jeanelle Boyd, Frances Batts, Franki Williams, and Alice Robinson, Evelyn Anderson, Barbara Smith, Carole Floyd, Bernice Wilson, Ethel H. Pryor, Effi Berry, Hattie Jones, Audrey Colman, Florence Blount, Shirley Hughes, Michele Whitlow, Marie Witherspoon, and new members Iola Jones, Leola Lawrence, Elizabeth Rouse, Olivia Staley.

Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Hampton University 1997 Officers and Members were Alice Milo – President, Rose E. Vann – Vice President, Carole Floyd – Recording Secretary, Clara Gravely – Asst. Recording Secretary, Laverne Furlow – Financial Secretary, Naomi Boykins - Historian, Frances Battsr – Corresponding Secretary, Evelyn Andersons - Treasurer, Sterling Robinson – Chaplain, Alice Brower – Parliamentarian, Naomi Boykins – Historian, Mary Moody - Sgt-at-Arms, and Curley Lunsford – Public Relations. Members were: Pricilla Barkley, Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Thelma Howell, Mary Jackson, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Bessie Richardson, Jeanelle Boyd, Frances Batts, Franki Williams, and Alice Robinson, Evelyn Anderson, Barbara Smith, Carole Floyd, Bernice Wilson, Ethel H. Pryor, Effi Berry, Faye Slidge, Hattie Jones, Audrey Colman, Florence Blount, Shirley Hughes, Michele Whitlow, Marie Witherspoon, and new members Iola Jones, Leola Lawrence, Elizabeth Rouse, Olivia Staley.

Won 1st Place - National HEER Award -1995 for Recreation Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Hampton University

23 1998 Officers and Members were Faye Slidge – President, Florence Blount – Vice President, Iola Jones – Recording Secretary, Olivia Staley – Asst. Recording Secretary, Laverne Furlow – Financial Secretary, Naomi Boykins - Historian, Leola Lawrence – Corresponding Secretary, Evelyn Andersons - Treasurer, Mary Moody – Chaplain, Elsie Williams – Parliamentarian, Naomi Boykins – Historian, Sterling Robinson - Sgt-at-Arms, and Michele Whitlow – Public Relations. Members were: Pricilla Barkley, Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Thelma Howell, Mary Jackson, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Bessie Richardson, Jeanelle Boyd, Frances Batts, Franki Williams, and Alice Robinson, Evelyn Anderson, Barbara Smith, Carole Floyd, Bernice Wilson, Ethel H. Pryor, Frances Batts, Hattie Jones, Audrey Colman, Carole Floyd, Alice Bower, Clara Gravely, Rose E. Vann, Marie Witherspoon, Olivia Staley, and Elizabeth Rouse.

Won National Award – National Overall HEER Plus Arts and Humanities Sponsored “Boys “Night In” at the Boys and Girls Club of the Greater Hampton Roads

Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Hampton University 1999 Officers and Members were Faye Slidge – President, Florence Blount – Vice President, Iola Jones – Recording Secretary, Olivia Staley – Asst. Recording Secretary, Laverne Furlow – Financial Secretary, Naomi Boykins - Historian, Leola Lawrence – Corresponding Secretary, Evelyn Andersons - Treasurer, Mary Moody – Chaplain, Elsie Williams – Parliamentarian, Naomi Boykins – Historian, Sterling Robinson - Sgt-at-Arms, and Rose E. Vann – Public Relations. Members were: Pricilla Barkley, Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Thelma Howell, Mary Jackson, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Bessie Richardson, Jeanelle Boyd, Frances Batts, Franki Williams, and Alice Robinson, Evelyn Anderson, Barbara Smith, Carole Floyd, Bernice Wilson, Ethel H. Pryor, Frances Batts, Hattie Jones, Audrey Colman, Carole Floyd, Alice Bower, Clara Gravely, Marie Witherspoon, Olivia Staley, and Elizabeth Rouse. New members were Jean Roach, Helen Stafford, and Serena Highsmith.

Won National HEER Award – National Overall HEER Plus Arts and Humanities Started the Princess (Nubian) Program

24 Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Hampton University Year 2000 - 2001 Officers and Members were Faye Slidge – President, Florence Blount – Vice President, Iola Jones – Recording Secretary, Olivia Staley – Asst. Recording Secretary, Laverne Furlow – Financial Secretary, Naomi Boykins - Historian, Leola Lawrence – Corresponding Secretary, Evelyn Andersons - Treasurer, Mary Moody – Chaplain, Elsie Williams – Parliamentarian, Naomi Boykins – Historian, Sterling Robinson - Sgt-at-Arms, and Rose E. Vann – Public Relations. Members were: Pricilla Barkley, Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Thelma Howell, Mary Jackson, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Bessie Richardson, Jeanelle Boyd, Frances Batts, Franki Williams, and Alice Robinson, Evelyn Anderson, Barbara Smith, Carole Floyd, Bernice Wilson, Ethel H. Pryor, Frances Batts, Hattie Jones, Audrey Colman, Carole Floyd, Alice Bower, Clara Gravely, Marie Witherspoon, Olivia Staley, and Elizabeth Rouse, Jean Roach, Helen Stafford, and Serena Highsmith. New members were Claudya Cohn, Elnora Marshall, and Carol Walker.

Delivered health supplies to Zion Nursing Home; Eyeglass program for Southwestern Elementary School $500.00 - Awards Day; Made donations of $1,000.00 to the Peninsula Association of Sickle Anemia - Awards Day; CANDII donations of $1,000.00 - Awards Day Made donation to Safehaven of $500.00 - Awards Day; Made donation to the Potter’s House of $500.00 - Awards Day; Donated Thanksgiving Baskets and Dinners $650.00 – November; Newport News/Hampton Continental Debutante and Esquire Program - September 2000 – April 8, 2001; Take a deep Breath for Asthma National HEER Program - May 9, 2001; Adopted Bradford Hall Alternative School; Made donation of Headstart: A Child’s World Ice Cream Social and school supplies - $750.00 June 2nd for the ice cream social and Awards Day for the balance; Donated $200.00 to the VA School Hampton (Multi-Handicap) - Awards Day; School supplied for Huntington Middle School $500.00 - September 26, 2000; Downtown Child Development Center received $500.00 - Awards Day; Scholarships for the year totaled $3,350.00 - Awards Day; Donated $1,000.00 to UNCF - January, 2001; Martin Luther King Breakfast - $150.00 (15 student tickets) February 10, 2000; College Prep Workshop - November 20, 2000; Voting forum at the Daily Press - Oct. 23, 2000; Read to the Preschooler - December 18, 2000; Newport News/Hampton Continental Debutante and Esquire Program, September, 2000 – April 8, 2001; Resume Writing Workshop; Banking Workshop - March 15, 2001; Stamp Unveiling Program - February 28, 2001; Newport News/Hampton Continental Debutante and Esquire Program - September, 2000 – April 8, 2001; Bowling for Junior Achievement; Aberdeen Athletic Association - donation of $500.00 Awards Day; Boys and Girls Club of the Greater Hampton Roads - received $2,000.00 Awards Day; Doris Miller Community Center - received $1,000.00 Awards Day; Huntington Middle School – Fishing Club - received $400.00 February 10, 2001; Northampton Community Center - received $200.00 Awards Day; Girl’s, Inc. - received $500.00 Awards Day; Peninsula YWCA - received $500.00 Awards Day; Trip to Washington DC to see Pro Basketball game and Capitol - $455.00 March 31, 2001; Newport News/Hampton Continental Debutante and Esquire Program - September, 2000 – April 8, 2001; Robert E. Lee Elementary School Angles; Big Brothers/Big Sisters of the Peninsula - received $300.00 Awards Day; Hampton University Talent Search - received $200.00. Awards Day; St.

25 Cyprian’s Enrichment Program - received $720.00 Awards Day; Salvation Army received $500.00 -Awards Day; Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Regional Center - received $200.00 Awards Day; Sweethaven – Children’s Program - received $100.00 Awards Day; VA School Hampton Music Department - received $200.00 Awards Day; Newport News/Hampton Continental Debutante and Esquire Program - September, 2000 – April 8, 2001, $8000.00; Poise (Walking and Sitting) - Workshop February 14, 2001; Etiquette and table setting - Workshop March15, 2001; Dance Workshops - March 24 and April 7, 2001; Thanksgiving Baskets and Dinners - November 20-22, 2000. - $650.00; Piano Recital - April 28, 2001; Cheerleading Competition – Feb. 24, 2001.

Won National HEER Award – National Overall HEER Plus Arts and Humanities Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Hampton University

Started the Princess and Esquire Program 2001 Officers and Members were Florence Blount – President, Jean Roach – Vice President, Elizabeth Rouse – Recording Secretary, Ethel H. Pryor – Asst. Recording Secretary, Carole Floyd – Financial Secretary, Leola Lawrence – Corresponding Secretary, Evelyn Andersons - Treasurer, Maggie Oliver – Chaplain, Bernice Wilson– Parliamentarian, Iola Jones – Historian, Sophronia Burwell - Sgt-at-Arms, and Elnora Marshall – Public Relations. Members were: Pricilla Barkley, Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Thelma Howell, Mary Jackson, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Bessie Richardson, Jeanelle Boyd, Frances Batts, Franki Williams, and Alice Robinson, Hattie Jones, Audrey Colman, Carole Floyd, Alice Bower, Clara Gravely, Marie Witherspoon (LOA), Olivia Staley, Helen Stafford, Serena Highsmith, Claudya Cohn, Alice Milo, Alice Bower, Vernell Walden, Nomi Boykin, Rose E. Vann, and Mary Moody.

Won National HEER Award third place for Employment Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Hampton University Year 2002 Officers and Members were Florence Blount – President, Jean Roach – Vice President, Elizabeth Rouse – Recording Secretary, Ethel H. Pryor – Asst. Recording Secretary, Carole Floyd – Financial Secretary, Leola Lawrence – Corresponding Secretary, Evelyn Andersons - Treasurer, Maggie Oliver – Chaplain, Bernice Wilson– Parliamentarian, Iola Jones – Historian, Sophronia Burwell - Sgt-at-Arms, and Elnora Marshall – Public Relations. Members were: Pricilla Barkley (LOA), Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Thelma Howell, Mary Jackson, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Bessie Richardson, Jeanelle Boyd, Frances Batts, Franki Williams, and Alice Robinson, Hattie Jones, Audrey Colman, Carole Floyd, Alice Bower,

26 Clara Gravely, Marie Witherspoon (LOA), Olivia Staley, Helen Stafford, Serena Highsmith, Claudya Cohn, Alice Milo, Alice Bower, Vernell Walden, Nomi Boykin, and Mary Moody. New members were Gladys Lee, Julia Simpkins, and Ethel Windley. Delivered health supplies to Zion Baptist Elderly Home; Eyeglass Program for Southwestern Elementary School $500.00 – Awards Day; Donated $1,000.00 to Peninsula Association of Sickle Cell Anemia – Awards Day; Donated $1,000.00 to CANDII- Awards Day; Donated $600.00 to Safehaven – Awards Day; Donated $200.00 to the Potter’s House – Awards Day; Donated Thanksgiving Baskets and Dinners $750.00 – November 24, 2002; Newport News/Hampton Continental Princess and Esquire Program – Sep 2002 – Apr 2003; Sponsored a Forum on Children’s Health Insurance – Nov 2, 2002; Health Fair 2003 “Health for Happiness” – March 22, 2003; Attended Child’s Fair at the Hampton Coliseum – August 25, 2002; National HEER Project – “Early Childhood Asthma Awareness”; Preparing for College Preparation Workshop – Oct 9, 2002; Show Me the Money Workshop (Financial Aid and Scholarships) – Oct 9, 2002; Florida A&M University Student/Parent Reception – October 26, 2002 ; Toured Norfolk State University college campus – Sep 21, 2002; Toured Virginia State University college campus – Oct 26, 2002; Implemented the Readers R Achievers Reading Program at the Doris Miller Community Center – Nov 2002; Donated $750.00 to Headstart: A Child’s World Ice Cream Social and School Supplies–May 30, 2003; Donated $200.00 to Help Him Now Program – Awards Day; Donated $300.00 to Hampton University Talent Search – Awards Day; Donated $1,150.00 to Hampton Harbour Academy (Our Adopted School); Purchased school supplies for Huntington Middle School $500.00 – Oct 3, 2002; Purchased school supplies for the Newport News Juvenile Dentention Center; Donated $750.00 to St. Cyprian’s Enrichment Program – Awards Day; Donated $100.00 to Bethel AME Church – Children’s Program – Awards Day; Attended Anti Drug/Crime Rally at the Doris Miller Community Center – Oct 21, 2002; Attended Youth Volunteer Recognition Award Ceremony at Juvenile Detention Center – Nov 13, 2002; Attended Leadership Institute sponsored by the Newport News Youth Coalition – Nov 25, 2002; Attended Link N Learn/Hampton Coalition for Youth Meetings; Donated $500.00 to the Downtown Hampton Child Development Center – Awards Day; Scholarships for the year totaled $4,500.00 – Awards Day; Donated $1,000.00 to UNCF – January 2003; Martin Luther King Breakfast - $216.00 (18 youth) Jan 11, 2003; Newport News/Hampton Continental Princess and Esquire Program – Sep 2002 – Apr 2003; Tutorial Program for Girls’ Basketball Team at Doris Miller Community Center; Mentoring Program for Students at the Hampton Harbour Academy-Feb 14, 2003; Implemented the You May Have Fallen, But You Can Get Up-It’s Up to You Program(Teens with Babies); Attended People to People Meetings; National HEER Project – “I Can Read and Write”; Resume Writing and Interviewing Techniques Workshop – Oct 29, 2002; Mock Interview Workshop – Oct 29, 2002; Financial Management Workshop – Nov 13, 2002; Newport News/Hampton Continental Princess and Esquire Program – Sep 2002 – Apr 2003; Job Fair/Career Seminar – Nov 19, 2002; Continental Princess and Esquire Cotillion – April 6, 2003; Donated $1,000.00 to Aberdeen Athletic Association – Awards Day; Donated $1,000.00 to Doris Miller Community Center – Awards Day; Huntington Middle School Fishing

27 Club received $850.00 – Awards Day; Donated $200.00 to Northampton Community Center – Awards Day; Donated $500.00 to Girls’ Inc. – Awards Day; Donated $850 to Huntington Middle School Fishing Club – Awards Day; Donated $2,000 to Boys and Girls Club of Greater Hampton Roads – Awards Day; Donated $1,000 to Peninsula YWCA – Awards Day; Donated $200.00 to Northampton Community Center – Awards Day; Bowling – April 23, 2003; Participated in the Deen Day Parade – September 28, 2002; Black History Moments Presentation “Who Am I?” – February 19, 2003; Donated contributions and gifts to the Helping Young People Excel (HYPE) Mentorship Program for the City of Newport News Department of Juvenile Services – December 13, 2002; Robert E. Lee Elementary School Angel Tree Project and Christmas Party – December 20, 2002 $1,000; Our Special Angels Mr. Bill’s and his three children; Safehaven Angel Tree Project – December 20, 2002; Toys for Tots Project – December 18, 2002; Donated $500.00 to Big Brothers/Big Sisters of the Peninsula – Awards Day; Donated $300.00 to Hampton University Talent Search – Awards Day; Donated $200.00 to the Help Him Now Program – Awards Day; Donated $720.00 to St. Cyprian’s Enrichment Program – Awards Day; Donated $500.00 to Salvation Army – Awards Day; Donated $200.00 to Sarah Bonwell Hudgins Regional Center – Awards Day; Donated $100.00 to St. Joseph Catholic Church Children’s Program - Awards Day; Newport News/Hampton Continental Princess and Esquire Program – Sep 2002 – Apr 2003 , $8,500; Poise Workshop – March 5, 2003; Etiquette Workshop – February 5, 2003; Dance Workshops – March 29 and April 5, 2003; Thanksgiving Baskets and Dinners – November 24, 2002; Spent an Evening with a Local Author, Playwright and Speaker – Mar 20, 2003; Attended the African American Women’s Conference – Mar 22, 2003 Won National HEER Award 3rd place for Health Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Hampton University 2003 Officers and Members were Florence Blount – President, Jean Roach – Vice President, Elizabeth Rouse – Recording Secretary, Ethel H. Pryor – Asst. Recording Secretary, Carole Floyd – Financial Secretary, Leola Lawrence – Corresponding Secretary, Evelyn Andersons - Treasurer, Maggie Oliver – Chaplain, Bernice Wilson– Parliamentarian, Iola Jones – Historian, Sophronia Burwell - Sgt-at-Arms, and Elnora Marshall – Public Relations. Members were: Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Thelma Howell, Mary Jackson, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Jeanelle Boyd, Frances Batts, Franki Williams, and Alice Robinson, Hattie Jones, Clara Gravely, Olivia Staley, Elizabeth Lassiter, Serena Highsmith, Claudya Cohn, Alice Milo, Alice Bower, Vernell Walden, Nomi Boykin, Mary Moody, Gladys Lee, Julia Simpkins, and Ethel Windley. New members were Darlene Hilton and Jenever Brown. Associate members were Audrey Coleman, Bessie Richardson, and Priscilla Barkley. Won National HEER Award 2nd place for Employment, Fundraisers – Heart Time Ball, Hampton University 50th Anniversary Celebration was attended by a total of 180 guests and members. Sponsored a trip to Dover Downs will go toward Conclave. All Ways and Means monies collected will go to the 2005 Conclave.

28 2004 Officers and Members were Florence Blount – President, Jean Roach – Vice President, Elizabeth Rouse – Recording Secretary, Ethel H. Pryor – Asst. Recording Secretary, Carole Floyd – Financial Secretary, Leola Lawrence – Corresponding Secretary, Evelyn Andersons - Treasurer, Maggie Oliver – Chaplain, Bernice Wilson– Parliamentarian, Iola Jones – Historian, Sophronia Burwell - Sgt-at-Arms, and Clara Gravelyl – Public Relations. Members were: Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Thelma Howell, Mary Jackson, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Jeanelle Boyd, Frances Batts, Franki Williams, and Alice Robinson, Hattie Jones, Clara Gravely, Olivia Staley, Elizabeth Lassiter, Serena Highsmith, Claudya Cohn, Alice Milo, Alice Bower, Vernell Walden, Nomi Boykin, Mary Moody, Gladys Lee, Julia Simpkins, and Ethel Windley. Elnora Marshall, Darlene Hilton and Jenever Brown Chapter donations for 2004 totaled $37,585.00 Aberdeen Athletic Association, $2,000.00; Big Brothers/Big Sisters, $1,000.00; Big Sister Fund, 1,500.00; Boys & Girls Club Greater Hampton Roads, $2,000.00; CANDII, $1,000.00; C. Waldo Scott Community Center, $200.00; Debutant Program, 8,500.00; Doris Miller Community Center, $1,500.00; Downtown Child Development Center, $500.00; First United Baptist Church – Children’s Program, $400.00; Headstart: A Child’s World, $750.00; HEER Plus Arts & Humanities, $2,500.00; Hampton Harbour Academy, $1,150.00; Hampton University Talent Search, 500.00; Help Him/Help Her Now, 500.00; National Combined Charities, $250.00; Northampton Community Center, $800.00; Peninsula Association of Sickle Cell Anemia, $1,500.00; Robert E. Lee Christmas Party, $2,000.00; Salvation Army, $500.00; Sarah Bonwell Hudgins, $300.00; Scholarships,$ 4,750.00; School Supplies – Newport News Public School, $350.00; Sixth House,$ 750.00; Southwestern Elementary School - Eyeglass Fund, $500.00; St. Cyprian’s Enrichment Program, $960.00; Gethsemane Baptist Church - Children’s Program. $25.00; and Thanksgiving Baskets & Dinners, $800.00

Won National HEER Award 3rd place for Health Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Hampton University 2005 Officers and Members were Florence Blount – President, Jean Roach – Vice President, Elizabeth Rouse – Recording Secretary, Ethel H. Pryor – Asst. Recording Secretary, Carole Floyd – Financial Secretary, Leola Lawrence – Corresponding Secretary, Evelyn Andersons - Treasurer, Maggie Oliver – Chaplain, Bernice Wilson– Parliamentarian, Iola Jones – Historian, Sophronia Burwell - Sgt-at-Arms, and Clara Gravely – Public Relations. Members were: Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Thelma Howell, Mary Jackson, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Jeanelle Boyd, Frances Batts, Franki Williams, and Alice Robinson, Hattie Jones, Clara Gravely, Olivia Staley, Elizabeth Lassiter, Serena Highsmith, Claudya Cohn, Alice Milo, Alice Bower, Vernell Walden, Nomi Boykin, Mary Moody, Gladys Lee, Julia Simpkins, and Ethel Windley. Elnora Marshall, Darlene Hilton and Jenever Brown The elected Officers for 2005. Term started in July 1st. President Jean Roach; 1st Vice President, Jenever Brown; 2nd Vice President, Frances Batts; Recording Secretary, Ethel

29 Windley; Asst. Recording Secretary, Julia A. Simpkins; Corresponding Secretary, Ethel H. Pryor; Financial Secretary, Clara Gravely; Treasurer, Carole Floyd; Sergeant-at-Arms, Evelyn Anderson, Public Relations, Lois Langhorne; Parliamentarian, Bernice Wilson; Chaplain, LaVerne Furlow; Historian, and Elizabeth Rouse. Members were: Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Thelma Howell, Mary Jackson, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Jeanelle Boyd, Frances Batts, Franki Williams, and Alice Robinson, Hattie Jones, Clara Gravely, Olivia Staley, Elizabeth Lassiter, Serena Highsmith, Claudya Cohn, Alice Milo, Alice Bower, Vernell Walden, Nomi Boykin, Mary Moody, Gladys Lee, Julia Simpkins, and Ethel Windley. Elnora Marshall, Darlene Hilton and Jenever Brown The chapter donated $39,510.00 to other organizations during 2005

Aberdeen Athletic Association, 1,000.00; Big Brothers/Big Sisters, 500.00; Big Sister Fund, 1,500.00; Boys & Girls Club Greater Hampton Roads, 500.00; CANDII, 1,000.00; CHKD, 500.00; Debutant Program, 8,700.00; Doris Miller Community Center, 1,500.00; Downtown Child Development Center, 500.00; First United Baptist Church – Children’s Program, 400.00; Headstart: A Child’s World, 750.00; HEER Plus Arts & Humanities, 2,500.00; Hampton Harbour Academy, 1,150.00; Hampton Special Olympics, 200.00; Hampton University Talent Search, 500.00; Help Them Now, 1,000.00; Helping Hand for Katrina Victims, 2,000.00; National Combined Charities, 250.00; Northampton Community Center, 800.00; Peninsula Association of Sickle Cell Anemia, 1,500.00; Robert E. Lee - Christmas Party, 2,000.00; Salvation Army, 500.00; Scholarships, 4,750.00; School Supplies – Newport News Public School, 350.00; Sixth House, 500.00; Southwestern Elementary School - Eyeglass Fund, 500.00; Spratley Middle School, 200.00; St. Cyprian’s Enrichment Program, 960.00; First Baptist Church, Jefferson Park - Children’s Program, 200.00; Thanksgiving Baskets & Dinners, 100.00; and United Negro College Fund through National Charities, 2200.00

Hosted the 50th National Conclave at the Hampton Holiday Inn and Conference Center Since the chapter was Conclave host, we did not compete in the National HEER program Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Hampton University 2006 Officers and members President - Jean Roach; 1st Vice President - Jenever Brown; 2nd Vice President - Frances Batts; Recording Secretary - Ethel Windley; Asst. Recording Secretary - Julia A. Simpkins; Corresponding Secretary - Ethel H. Pryor; Financial Secretary - Clara Gravely; Treasurer - Carole Floyd; Sergeant-at-Arms - Evelyn Anderson, Public Relations - Lois Langhorne; Parliamentarian - Bernice Wilson; Chaplain - Laverne Furlow; and Historian - Elizabeth Rouse. Members were: Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Jeanelle Boyd, Frances Batts, Franki Williams, and Alice Robinson, Hattie Jones, Clara Gravely, Olivia Staley, Elizabeth Lassiter, Serena Highsmith, Claudya Cohn, Vernell Walden, Mary Moody, Gladys Lee, Elnora Marshall, Darlene Hilton and Jenever Brown Contributions made during the year to other organizations $36,865.00

30 Aberdeen Athletic Association, 500.00; Big Brothers/Big Sisters, 500.00; Big Sister Fund 1,500.00; Boys & Girls Club Greater Hampton Roads, 500.00; CANDII, 1,000.00;

Debutant Program, $9,200.00; Doris Miller Community Center, 500.00; Downtown Child Development Center, 250.00; First United Baptist Church – Children’s Program, 250.00;

Girl’s, Inc., 500.00; Headstart: A Child’s World, 450.00; HEER Plus Arts & Humanities, 2,500.00; Hampton Harbour Academy, 1,150.00; Hampton Special Olympics, 200.00; Hampton University Talent Search, 500.00; Help Them Now, 400.00; Helping Hand for Special Families, 3,000.00; National Combined Charities, 250.00; Northampton Community Center, 500.00; Peninsula Association of Sickle Cell Anemia, 1,000.00.

Robert E. Lee - Christmas Party, 2,500.00; Salvation Army, 500.00; Scholarships, 6,100.00; School Supplies – Hampton &Newport News Public School, 500.00; Scott Center, 200.00; Sister Sacrifices, 265.00; Southwestern Elementary School - Eyeglass Fund, 250.00; St. Cyprian’s Enrichment Program, 500.00; St John’s- Children’s Program, 200.00; Thanksgiving Baskets & Dinners, 200.00; and United Negro College Fund through National Charities, 1000.00

Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Hampton University 2007 Officers and members President - Jean Roach; 1st Vice President - Jenever Brown; 2nd Vice President - Frances Batts; Recording Secretary - Ethel Windley; Asst. Recording Secretary - Julia A. Simpkins; Corresponding Secretary - Ethel H. Pryor; Financial Secretary - Clara Gravely; Treasurer - Carole Floyd; Sergeant-at-Arms - Evelyn Anderson, Public Relations - Lois Langhorne; Parliamentarian - Bernice Wilson; Chaplain - Laverne Furlow; and Historian - Elizabeth Rouse. Members were: Christine Morton, Maggie Oliver, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, Jeanelle Boyd, Frances Batts, and Alice Robinson, Hattie Jones, Elizabeth Lassiter, Serena Highsmith, Claudya Cohn, Vernell Walden, Mary Moody, Gladys Lee, Elnora Marshall, and Darlene Hilton. New members were Carlenia Jackson, PHD, and Deatria Chisolm. On August 1st, the Newport News-Hampton Chapter of Continental Societies, Incorporated was recognized at the First Friday event for the work we do with children and youth in the communities of Newport and Hampton. The chapter received a trophy.

Our third annual Back to School Festival was held on Saturday, August 20th. This event was a huge success. We provided school supplies to 400 children and youth on that day. Additionally, we provided 100 bags of school supplies to Newport News City Councilwoman Sharon P. Scott for the Celebration of Cultures festivities held at the Newport News Park.

On Sunday, December 18th, the Newport News-Hampton Chapter of Continental Societies, Incorporated is presenting A Holiday Fashion Extravaganza “An Evening of Nubiance” at the Omni Hotel and Conference Center. There will be fashions modeled by some of our very own chapter members, entertainment, and a delicious meal.

31 Our eighth Continental Princess and Esquire Program is underway. This is a co-ed program for youth in grades 11 and 12. The purpose of this program is to improve and enhance the survival skills of youth. It is designed to promote and foster the civic, cultural and social well being of these youth. The program focuses on education, health, the arts, careers, community service, and leadership development. It teaches the skills needed to succeed in life. The participants take part in monthly enrichment seminars and workshops, attend meetings and activities that focus on a wide array of topics, from social graces to money matters, employment and education designed to improve and enrich their lives. These youth learn to give back to the community through service projects. The culminating activity, the Cotillion, will be held in April 2006. Our Adopted Family. Since September, we have been working very diligently with a family of evacuees from New Orleans, the Davis family. This is our adopted family. There are 18 people in this family (10 adults and 6 children). Our focus has been primarily on the 6 children, the mother of these children and the grandmother (Beverly). The children range in age from 2 to 14 years old. The mother of the children is 32 years old. Our chapter has been influential in getting this family interviewed by the newspaper so they could tell their story, going to the city council to see what resources are available for these individuals, finding out when these resources would be in place, and why is the process so difficult and taking so long. The family has now moved to an apartment provided by FEMA. Our chapter members have donated household items, televisions, home furnishings, and clothing; transported the two older girls to and from an after Contributions made to other organizations totaling $36,250.00 Aberdeen Athletic Association, 500.00; Big Brothers/Big Sisters, 500.00; Big Sister Fund, 1,500.00; Boys & Girls Club Greater Hampton Roads, 500.00; Debutant Program, 8,700.00; Doris Miller Community Center, 500.00; Downtown Child Development Center, 250.00; First United Baptist Church – Children’s Program, 250.00; Girl’s, Inc., 250.00; Headstart: A Child’s World, 450.00, HEER Plus Arts & Humanities, 2,500.00; Hampton Harbour Academy, 1,150.00; Hampton Special Olympics, 200.00; Hampton University Talent Search, 500.00; Help Them Now, 400.00; Helping Hand for Special Families, 1,000.00; National Combined Charities, 250.00; Northampton Community Center, 800.00; Peninsula Association of Sickle Cell Anemia, 820.00; Robert E. Lee - Christmas Party,2,500.00; Salvation Army, 500.00; Scholarships, 6,100.00; Back to School Project Newport News Public School, 2,500.00; Scott Center, 200.00; Shoes for the Journey (33 pair), 350.00; Sister Sacrifices, 265.00; Southwestern Elementary School - Eyeglass Fund, 250.00; St. Cyprian’s Enrichment Program, 500.00; First Baptist Denbigh- Children’s Program, 200.00; Thanksgiving Baskets & Dinners, 200.00; United Negro College Fund through National Charities, 1,000.00; and National Contribution, 2007, 1,565.00

Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Hampton University Mid-Atlantic Region Scholarship Recipients

1st Place Tiffany Spragans—Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter

32 Gertrude B. Logan & Edna B. Prunty Camp Award - Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter

Florence Blount Leadership Award

Rose E. Vann—Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter

Outstanding Member Award — Labeled C. C. C. Members (Concern, Conscientious and Competent Continentals: Florence Blount, Jean Roach

Mid-Atlantic Regional Meeting Presentations of HEER plus Arts and Humanities

How and what the chapters did about these components.

Newport News-Hampton, Virginia Chapter—Employment– Jenever Brown

“A to Z Career”

Regional Officers from the chapter were”

Public Relations Florence Blount

Chaplain Rose Vann

2008 st nd Officers and members President - Jean Roach; 1 Vice President - Jenever Brown; 2 Vice President - Frances Batts; Recording Secretary – Serena B. Highsmith; Asst. Recording Secretary - Julia A. Simpkins; Corresponding Secretary - Ethel H. Pryor; Financial Secretary – Ethel Windley; Treasurer - Carole Floyd; Sergeant-at-Arms - Evelyn Anderson, Public Relations - Lois Langhorne; Chaplain - Laverne Furlow; and Historian - Elizabeth Rouse. Members were: Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois Donnette, and Alice Robinson (LOA), Hattie Jones, Clara Gravely, Olivia Staley, Elizabeth Lassiter, Serena Highsmith, Claudya Cohn, Vernell Walden, Mary Moody, Elnora Marshall, Darlene Hilton and Jenever Brown, Bernice Wilson (LOA). For the 2008 Presidential Election, the Newport News-Hampton Chapter partnered with Girls Inc. of the Greater Peninsula to sponsor a mock election. The purpose of this activity was to give the girls exposure to the process of actually voting. Girls participating in this activity ranged from ages 5-18. Workshops were conducted prior to the mock election to educate the girls on the history of voting, what it took for women as well as African Americans to have a voice in the right to vote, how to register to vote, the age of voting, how every vote counts as well as being introduced to the 2008 Presidential Candidates and their political platform and/or agendas. Our local numbers were as follow: Obama - 197; McCain - 3; and Nader - 1. We were definitely a Blue Affiliate!

Saturday Academy. From February 21st – May 23rd, members of the Newport News- Hampton Chapter volunteered to provide assistance to the Hampton Harbour Academy for their

33 Saturday Academy. The purpose of this program was to help the students increase their pass scores in math and reading in an atmosphere of fun and mentoring. Continental Jean Roach solicited the assistance from soldiers ages 18-24 attending courses at the US Army Aviation Logistics School. The soldiers served as role models and mentors for the students. We were very instrumental in helping the students achieve academic and personal excellence. The pass rate for the eighth graders went from 21 to 72 percent compared to last year on their third-quarter benchmark tests. The pass rate went from 43 to 74 percent in eighth-grade math. This was a very successful program.

Healthy Smiles. Members of the Newport News-Hampton Chapter volunteered to assist the Colgate-Palmolive Dental Van Team in the Hampton Roads area. Hundreds of children attending elementary schools in the Hampton Roads area lined up to get their teeth checked in the dental office on wheels. Trained dental hygienist in the local area screened the children's teeth for cavities and gum diseases. This service was provided free of charge.

Hats and Gloves for the Season Project. Members of the Newport News-Hampton Chapter purchased and donated hats and gloves to students at three elementary schools in the city of Newport News, VA. Additionally, the chapter purchased articles of clothing to replenish the schools clothes closets.

Healthy Steps Walk-a-Thon. The Newport News-Hampton Chapter partnered with the West Hampton Community Center to host and support several workshops on nutrition and physical fitness for youth in elementary and middle school. The culminating activity was a walk-a-thon.

African American Read-In. The members of the Newport News- Hampton Chapter and their friends read to 1000 children from February 2 through February 9, 2009. The chapter chose the same book to read to all of the children in title “My Shoelaces Are to Hard to Tie! by Karla Roberson.

International Experiences. The Newport News-Hampton Chapter partnered with the Mary Immaculate Hospital team of doctors and medical professionals for “Project Bangladesh”. We donated 1,000 toothbrushes and 200 tubes of toothpaste to be distributed to the children. Additionally, we partnered with Reverend and Mrs. Heard of Emmanuel Baptist Church for their project in Kenya. The members donated personal hygiene and care products, books, pencils, pens and candy to be distributed to the children.

Back to School Festival. Members of the Newport News-Hampton Chapter purchased and donated school supplies to 1,826 children and youth in the Newport News and Hampton communities.

Continental Princesses and Esquires. The Newport News-Hampton Chapter presented ten young people to society. From September to March, the participants attend and participate in

34 an array of informative workshops, enriching activities and community service projects in the areas of Health, Education, Employment, Recreation and the Arts and Humanities to heighten their cultural awareness and instill in them the value of community service. The culminating activity is a cotillion held in April.

CHAPTER ACCOMPLISHMENTS

The Newport News-Hampton Chapter of Continental Societies, Incorporated received certificates of appreciation for their service to children and youth from the Office of Human Affairs, Newsome Park Elementary School and the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Hampton Roads. In our honor, the Deen Ball Sports, Incorporated has displayed a banner at their softball field in our name to show appreciation of our continuous support to their organization.

Won National HEER Award - third place for Umbrella Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Hampton University 2009 st nd Officers and members President – Florence Blount; 1 Vice President - Jean Roach; 2 Vice President – Faye Slidge; Recording Secretary – Elnora Marshall; Asst. Recording Secretary – Jenever Brown; Corresponding Secretary – Iola Jones; Financial Secretary – Olivia Staley; Treasurer – Ethel Windley; Sergeant-at-Arms – Leola Lawrence, Public Relations – Gloria Stroble; Chaplain – Rose E. Vann; and Historian – Ethel H. Pryor. Members were: Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois D. Langhorne, Jeanette McCallum, Sharon Shaw, Angelia Yancey, Hattie Jones, Elizabeth Lassiter, Serena Highsmith, Lynn Bacchus, Sherri Chandler, Vernell Walden, Mary Moody, Priscilla Pankey, Laverne Furlow, and Darlene Hilton. New member was Lucretia Clayton. We donated 810 back to school bags to Newport News Fields of Friends events sponsored by Councilwoman Sharon Scott and the police department. Continental Jenever Brown helped serve 6700 meals for the Feed Future Leader program. A meeting was held with committee members on August 26th. The Colgate van will be in Norfolk on October 19 through 23. Members are asked to attend if possible. West Hampton Community Center is asking for volunteers to read to kids in the Dr. Seuss Program. We are looking for princess and esquires for the program beginning in October. Councilwoman Sharon Scott will host a meeting September 15 at Fusion. Hampton University student Bianca Nelson wants to volunteer to help the Continentals.

We also made donations to the following organizations: Boys and Girls Club of the Virginia Peninsula Greater Hampton Roads Units, DEEN Ball Sports, Inc., Doris Miller Community Center, Downtown Child Development Center, Girl’s, Inc. of the Greater Peninsula, Head Start: A Child’s World, Hampton Special Olympics, Hampton University Talent Search, Help Them Now, Northampton Community Center, Peninsula Association of Sickle Cell Anemia, Salvation Army, Southwestern Elementary School – Eyeglass Fund and Y. H. Thomas Youth Athletic Association.

35 Through out the year, the chapter also made donations to the Scott Center, distributed 1000 bags of school supplies at two Back-to School events, Christmas gifts, and sponsored Christmas and Graduation parties for schools in Newport News and Hampton, Virginia. The Newport News/Hampton Continental Societies, Inc

The chapter placed 1st in HEER plus Arts and Humanities Umbrella component. The chapter received a check for $250.00 and a plaque. The chapter also received a plaque for completing the three National initiatives.

Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Hampton University and Dancing with the Continentals 2010 Officers and members President – Florence Blount; 1st Vice President - Jean Roach; 2nd Vice President – Faye Slidge; Recording Secretary – Elnora Marshall; Asst. Recording Secretary – Jenever Brown; Corresponding Secretary – Iola Jones; Financial Secretary – Olivia Staley; Treasurer – Ethel Windley; Sergeant-at-Arms – Leola Lawrence, Public Relations – Gloria Stroble; Chaplain – Rose E. Vann; and Historian – Ethel H. Pryor. Members were: Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois D. Langhorne, Jeanette McCallum, Sharon Shaw, Angelia Yancey, Hattie Jones, Elizabeth Lassiter, Serena Highsmith, Lynn Bacchus, Sherri Chandler, Vernell Walden, Mary Moody, Priscilla Pankey, Laverne Furlow, Darlene Hilton and Lucretia Clayton. First Place HEER Display and third place for Umbrella Component. We won a grant check for $250.00 for our Book Mobile project we plan to start in the fall. The chapter also received a plaque for increasing our membership and another one for participating in the National Initiatives: Literacy, Obesity, Employment and Asthma. Christopher Russ, our scholarship submission, won the Mid-Atlantic Region scholarship for $1,000. He also was the National scholarship for $2,000 per year for the next three years. Total scholarship won by Christopher from the Continentals is $9,000. Collected, packed and give school supplies to the Newport News Police Department’s Field of Friends Started the Continental Book Mobil. Distributed books to Head Start schools for their libraries.

Scholarship recipients from the Newport News-Hampton Chapter

Lauren Akers; Simone Coleman; Walker Scott Griffea; Jennifer Nicole Person; Tierra Nichole Thompson; Tesia Shirlynn Heard; Dathan E'Patrick Kane; Nichelle Lasha Thompson; Lyniesha Chanell Wright; and Aaron McFall Esquire

Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Hampton University 2011 Officers and members President –Ethel Windley; 1st Vice President - Jenever Brown; 2nd Vice President – Elnora Marshall; Recording Secretary – Sherri Chandler; Asst. Recording Secretary – Faye Slidge; Corresponding Secretary – Lynn Bacchus; Financial Secretary – Olivia Staley; Treasurer – Priscilla Pankey; Sergeant-at-Arms – Leola Lawrence, Public Relations –

36 Gloria Stroble; Chaplain – Rose E. Vann; Parliamentarian _ Iola Jones, and Historian – Ethel H. Pryor. Members were: Florence Blount, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois D. Langhorne, Jeanette McCallum, Sharon Shaw, Angelia Yancey, Hattie Jones, Elizabeth Lassiter, Serena Highsmith, Vernell Walden, Mary Moody, Laverne Furlow, Darlene Hilton and Lucretia Clayton. Won 2nd Place National HEER plus Arts and Humanities Overall Award Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Hampton University 2012 Officers and members President –Ethel Windley; 1st Vice President - Jenever Brown; 2nd Vice President – Elnora Marshall; Recording Secretary – Sherri Chandler; Asst. Recording Secretary – Faye Slidge; Corresponding Secretary – Lynn Bacchus; Financial Secretary – Olivia Staley; Treasurer – Priscilla Pankey; Sergeant-at-Arms – Leola Lawrence, Public Relations – Gloria Stroble; Chaplain – Rose E. Vann; Parliamentarian _ Iola Jones, and Historian – Ethel H. Pryor. Members were: Florence Blount, Lenora Boyd, Annie Daniels, Lois D. Langhorne, Jeanette McCallum, Sharon Shaw, Hattie Jones, Elizabeth Lassiter, Serena Highsmith, Vernell Walden, Mary Moody, Laverne Furlow, Darlene Hilton and Lucretia Clayton. New members were Cheryl Anderson, Robbin Forté Caeron, and Helen Harris. Associate members were Hattie Jones, Leola Lawrence, Alice Robinson, and Bernice Wilson.

We won second place in “OVERALL,” HEER + Arts & Humanities,” and for this honor we will be awarded $700

Contribution made to other organizations during the year totaled $37,105.00

Aberdeen Athletic Association, $1,000.00; Apple Ridge Camp, $100.00; Back to School Project - Block Party - Ivy Baptist Church Community Day 2,300.00; Big Sister’s Fund, 1,500.00; Boys & Girls Club of Greater Hampton Roads, 1,000.00; Debutant Program, 8,600.00; DEEN Ball Sports, 1,000.00; Denbigh Lions Club, 500.00; Doris Miller Community Center, 1,000.00; Downtown Child Development Center, 300.00; Girl’s, Inc., 300.00; Head Start: A Child’s World, 250.00; HEER Plus Arts & Humanities, 2,500.00; Hines Middle School, 500.00; Phoebus High School (African American Studies), 350.00; Baptist Church – Children’s Program, 200.00; Margruder Elementary School, 100.00; National Combined Charities, 250.00; Newport News Police Department’s Field of Friends, 500.00; Newsome Park Elementary School, 300.00; Northampton Community Center, 1,000.00; Peninsula Association of Sickle Cell Anemia, 500.00, Scholarships, 10,250.00; Scott Center, 100.00; Shoes for the Journey (33 pairs), 450.00; Sisterhood Sacrifices, 265.00; Terpsichorean (Hampton University), 300.00; United Negro College Fund through National Charities, 1,000.00; West Hampton Community Center, 400.00; and National Contribution 2012, 290.00

Fundraiser – Heart Time Ball, Hampton University

37 2013 - 2014 Officers and members President –Lynn Bacchus; 1st Vice President - Darlene Hilton; 2nd Vice President – Sharon Shaw; Recording Secretary – Cheryl Andrews; Asst. Recording Secretary – Evelyn Holmes; Corresponding Secretary – Open; Financial Secretary – Crystal Fisher; Treasurer – Priscilla Pankey; Sergeant-at-Arms – Elnora Marshall, Public Relations – Rose E. Vann; Chaplain – Mary Moody; Parliamentarian – Faye Slidge, and Historian – Ethel Windley. Members were: Florence Blount, Annie Daniels, Jeanette McCallum, Vernell Walden, Laverne Furlow (LOA), Jean Roach, and Lucretia Clayton. Officers only served for one year.

Fundraiser – 60th Anniversary and Heart Time Ball 2014 (2013 – 2015 President and cabinet resigned) October 2014) New Officers effective October 2014 – Rebuilding the chapter. Officers and members President –Florence Blount Davis; 1st Vice President – Jean Roach; 2nd Vice President – Sharon Shaw; Recording Secretary – Jeanette McCallum; Asst. Recording Secretary – Evelyn Holmes; Corresponding Secretary – Elizabeth Rouse; Financial Secretary – Ethel Windley Treasurer – Priscilla Pankey; Sergeant-at-Arms – Elnora Marshall, Public Relations – Rose E. Vann; Chaplain – Mary Moody; Parliamentarian – Faye Slidge, and Historian – Rose E. Vann. Members were: Annie Daniels, Vernell Walden, Laverne Furlow, and Lucretia Clayton. New members Pia Holmes and Mary Hunter. Associate members were Julia Simpkins and Bernice Wilson. 2015 Officers and members President –Florence Blount Davis; 1st Vice President – Jean Roach; 2nd Vice President – Sharon Shaw; Recording Secretary – Jeanette McCallum; Asst. Recording Secretary – Evelyn Holmes; Corresponding Secretary – Mary Hunter; Financial Secretary – Ethel Windley Treasurer – Priscilla Pankey; Sergeant-at-Arms – Elnora Marshall, Public Relations – Rose E. Vann; Chaplain – Mary Moody; Parliamentarian – Faye Slidge, and Historian – Rose E. Vann. Members were: Annie Daniels, Vernell Walden, Laverne Furlow, Lucretia Clayton, Pia Holmes and Mary Hunter. Associate members were Julia Simpkins and Bernice Wilson. Programs and projects for the year were: hats and gloves for needy children, School supplies for Newport News Police Department “Field of Friends,” Partnered with Cary Elementary School with the Colgate Dental Van, donated over 3,000 new books to Head Start students, donated 2,000 used books to Ridley Circle After school program and New Port Harbor Summer program.

The chapter served 24,986 children and spent $8,270 on HEER plus Arts and Humanities programs. We had in-kind dollars of $46,695. The chapter gave four scholarships and over $4,000 to other community organizations for children’s programs.

The chapter’s fundraiser was the Annual Heart Time Ball February 14, 2015, Very Successful.

38 Norfolk Virginia Beach Chapter – Mid-Atlantic Region

The Norfolk-Virginia Beach Chapter of the Continental Societies, Inc. was organized in January 17, 1976 by Alice Lunsford Boyd, a Norfolk school teacher and civic worker, who had been a member of the Newport News-Hampton Chapter for a number of years. That chapter is also known as our “Sponsoring Chapter.” For the past 40 years the Norfolk-Virginia Beach Chapter’s main purpose has been to promote, foster and develop the welfare of disadvantaged and underprivileged youth. All proceeds from all projects are donated to causes that help such youth. PRESIDENTS

Mittie Coleman 1976 - 1978 Annie Richardson* 1978 - 1982 Alice Bullock* 1982 - 1984 Margaret Davis 1984 - 1986 Jean Scott* 1986 - 1990 Julia Varner 1990 - 1995 Ruth Horn 1995 - 1999 Gwendolyn Johnson 1999 - 2003 Olivia Osei-Safo* 2003 - 2007 Janice Johnson 2007 – 2011 Vernell Kilpatrick 2011 – 2015 Michelle Holston 2015 – Present

2015/16 Membership Roster

Cassandra Baker-Wright Myra Barnes D’Borah Bunn Hermaener Douglas Harriett Goodrich Michelle Holston Ruth Horn Jan House Dora James Gwendolyn Johnson Janice Johnson Vernell Kilpatrick Myra Lamb LaVoreen McPherson Edith Person Michele Powell Ellen Saunders Sonja Seymore Shani Twyman Associate Members Doris Card, Julia Varner Norfolk Virginia Beach Chapter Local Contributions and Programs

Financial Contributions

New Calvary Baptist Church Thanksgiving Food Baskets Brandon Middle School Step Team Flossie McIntyre Scholarship Fund Boys Choir of Hampton Roads

Health Brandon Middle School Health Fair Asthma Pamphlet Distribution Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Basket Giveaway Colgate Dental Powerpoint New Calvary Baptist Church Toiletries for the Brandon Middle School Choir to Donate to a Nursing Home for Christmas Donate nonperishables to Ronald McDonald House Underwearness Campaign

Education Partner-in-Education Campostella Elementary School PTA Partner-in-Education Brandon Middle School PTA Partner-in-Education Renaissance Academy Tutoring and Reading Program Scholarships: $1000.00 Scholarship and $500.00 Scholarship African American Read-In Early Childhood Books for Kids of Incarcerated Parents (KIP) Books for Elementary students at Campostella Elementary School Red Ribbon Week

Employment Brandon Middle School Career Fair

Recreation Brandon Middle School Step Team

Arts and Humanities Annual Picnic For Boys Choir of Hampton Roads

CHAPTER CONTRIBUTIONS Brandon Middle School New Calvary Baptist Church Flossie McIntyre Scholarship Fund Boys Choir of Hampton Roads Scholarship Apple Ridge Camp Charter Members

January 17, 1976 L-R, First Row - Margaret Davis, Verna McIntyre, Gwendolyn Daniels, Clara Richardson, Jewel Olds, Jackie Williamson Second Row - Lois Hurdle, Muriel Jones, Margaret Jones, Alice Bullock, Mittie Coleman, Dora James, Unknown, Eunice Terry, Third Row - Alice Boyd, Jean Scott, Eleanor Ruffin, Leola Robinson, Harriett Goodrich, Annie Richardson, Hermaener Douglas, Doris Nance, Mildred Craig, Madieth Williams, Eunice Banks, Mary Macklin Smith

1983 Initiation

L-R –Lilly Holley, Ruth Kee, Edith Lewis, Evelyn Peevy Odessa Rushy, Julia Varner, Ruth Horn 2012 Initiation

L-R, First Row –Dr. Janice Johnson, Doris Card, Harriett Goodrich, Hermaener Douglas, Ruth Horn, Gwendolyn Johnson, Dora James, Edith Person Second Row – Jan House, Michelle Holston, Sandra Fleming, D’Borah Bunn, Melba Hassanen, Vernell Kilpatrick, Donyata Washington, Mildred Roberts, Sonja Seymore, Michele Powell, Myra Lamb 2014 Initiation 2015 Initiation

L-R Myra Barnes, LaVoreen McPherson, L-R, Shani Twyman, Vernell Kilpatrick Cassandra Baker-Wright Litany Rededication Ceremony 2015/2016

L-R, First Row –Ruth Horn, Michelle Holston, Myra Barnes, Cassandra Baker-Wright Second Row –D’Borah Bunn, Janice Johnson, Jan House, Sonja Seymore, Ellen Sanders, Shani Twyman, Edith Person Continental Sunday September 2015

L-R, First Row – Janice Johnson, Myra Barnes, Cassandra Baker-Wright, Michelle Holston, LaVoreen McPherson, D’Borah Bunn, Second Row -- an House, Sonja Seymore

Norfolk/Virginia Beach Chapter January 17, 1976 - Date of Chapter Installation Members Past and Present as of April 2016 Contance Allen Jacqueline Artis Cassandra Baker-Wright Eunice Banks Myra A Barnes Alice Boyd Delores Brown Alice Bullock D'Borah Bunn Doris Card Sharon Cason Mittie Coleman Ellen Copeland Mildred Craig Gwendolyn Daniels Margaret Davis Rosetta Davis Hermaener Douglas Thelma Dupree Kathy Ellison Evelyn Fenner Sandra Fleming Mary Fontineau Barbara Gay Phyllis Goodman Harriett Goodrich Bettie Hampton Melba Hassanen Lillye Holley Michelle L Holston Ruth Horn Jan House Thelma Howell Lois Hurdle Velma Hurdle Carlenia Jackson Dora James Gwendolyn Johnson Dr. Janice Johnson Margaret Jones Muriel Jones Ruth Kee Vernell Kilpatrick Myra Lamb Edith Lewis Verna McIntyre Jeanette Mucker LaVoreen McPherson Doris Nance Annette Nealy Raylin Neblitt Jewel Olds Olivia Osei-Sarfo Evelyn Sean Peevy Edith Person Michele Powell Annie Richardson Clara Richardson Leola Robinson Sterling Robinson Mildred Roberts Eleanor Ruffin Odessa Rushing Ellen Sanders Jean Scott Sonja Seymore Vernice Singleton Jennifer Robinson Smith Mary Macklin Smith Cecelia Southall Rita Garrett Super Ruth Swann Eunice Terry Francine Terry Florence Thorne Flora Thornton Shani Twyman Wynette Tucker Julia Varner Donyata Washington Madieth Williams Jackie Williamson Dr. Susie Wilson

40th CHAPTER Anniversary in 2016

Date established Sponsor chapter is identified Current regional membership Exemplary accomplishments Major community organizations served Current president and past presidents Deceased chapter organizers Living chapter organizers

North Dade-Broward County Chapter, Continental Societies, Inc.

Continental Societies was well known in the southern area of Miami, due to the work of the Greater Miami Chapter. Many of the members of the chapter lived in the North Miami Dade and Broward County areas and thought the work of the organization was much needed in these areas. Thus the birth of a new chapter in South Florida.

The North Dade-Broward County Chapter was installed March 30, 2002, at the Holiday Inn Hotel, Miami Springs, FL, under the sponsorship of the Greater Miami Chapter and the National Organization. The installing officers were Dr. Earlene P. Dotson, National President; Christa Dotson-Dean, President of the Greater Miami Chapter; E. Tonya Greenwood, National First Vice President and Chris Stewart, National Second Vice President.

The original organizers of the chapter were comprised of former and current Continentals, as well as new members. Cynthia Rider was elected the first President of the North Dade-Broward County Chapter.

Charter Membe rs

Barbara Carr Cynthia Rider Annette Johnson-Hurry Celia Brown Effie Adams Elizabeth Martinez Constance Davis Gloria Pasteur Juanita Franklin Stacey Davis Sharon Kendrick-Johnson Tamelia Spencer Cynthia Handfield Beverly Crawford Michele Wyatt-Sweeting Antoinette Patterson Brenda Wilson Glinda Scott

Chapter Presidents

Cynthia Rider 2002-2003 Constance Davis 2003-2005 Shirley Williams 2005-2009 Juanita Franklin 2009-2011 Annette Johnson-Hurry 2011-2013 Terry Maxwell 2013-2015 Dr. Beverly Carter-Remy 2015 -

Current and Past Organizations and Schools Supported by the chapter:

Center for Family and Child Enrichment Phyl’s Academy and Preparatory School Little River Elementary COPE Center North The Boys and Girls Club of Davie, Florida Fair Way Elementary The Orange Bowl Little League Football Palmetto Middle School Miami Lakes Technical School Community Book and Dance Club The HOPE Church, Miami

National HEER Awards

COMPONENT Award - Year Recreation 1st Place - 2004 Education 1st Place - 2006 Education 2nd Place - 2007 Employment 2nd Place - 2008 Recreation 3rd Place - 2009 Education 1st Place - 2010 Health 3rd Place - 2011 Education 2nd Place - 2013 Education 2nd Place - 2014 Health 3rd Place - 2015 Education 3rd Place - 2015 Employment 3rd Place - 2015 Recreation 2nd Place - 2015 Arts & Humanities 1st Place - 2015 Overall Award 2nd Place - 2015

North Jersey Shore Chapter of the Continental Societies, Inc.

Chapter Chartered 15 Members Chapter Induction date: May 22, 1971 Chapter Sponsored by Philadelphia Chapter

**Marie CARTER (STONE) **Marion COOPER **Ruth DALLAM **Emma ESTERS **Lorriane FINLEY **Corrine GODWIN **Corleza HOLIMON Canta JOHNSON **Blanche JONES **Ada PETITT Janice SWEENEY Mary TATE **Dr. Rose COOPER THOMAS **Elizabeth E. Williams Shirley WILLIAMS

Dr. Rose COOPER THOMAS, First Chapter President

**DECEASED

1 CHARTER MEMBERS

Seated – (left to right) Elizabeth Williams, Marie Stone, Corleza Holimon, Rose Thomas

Standing – (left to right) Mary Tate, Blanche Jones, Canta Johnson, Janice Sweeney, Corrynne Godwin, Marion Cooper, Emma Esters, Ada Petitt, Shirley Williams, Lorraine Finley

Not shown - Ruth Dallam

MAY 22, 1971

When Dr. Rose Cooper Thomas came to Monmouth County in the 60’s, the ashes of racial turbulences were not yet cold. Much was being said about the lack of wholesome outlets and recreational facilities for Black youth. This troubled Dr. Thomas and she began thinking. Is there something she could do to provide services for Black youths? Having lived and worked in New York City, she thought of the Continental Societies and the wonderful work and service

2 being rendered by the New York Chapter. Dr. Thomas was deeply committed to the service of disadvantaged and underserviced children and youth.

Dr. Thomas called together a group of fifteen women and organized the North Jersey Shore Chapter of Continental Societies, Incorporated. On May 22, 1971 at Monmouth College, the Chapter was chartered with the Philadelphia Chapter being the sponsor. The original fifteen charter members were of various educational and vocational backgrounds. On May 22, 1971, the North Jersey Shore Chapter was installed with the following charter members:

**Marie Carter Stone **Marion Cooper **Ruth Dallam **Emma Esters **Lorraine Finley **Corrine Godwin **Corleza Holimon Canta Johnson **Blanche Jones **Ada Pettit Janice Sweeney Mary Tate **Dr. Rose Cooper Thomas **Elizabeth E. Williams Shirley S. Williams **Deceased

The North Jersey Shore Chapter has always been known for being among the first in everything that they do. Charter member Elizabeth E. Williams was the first Chapter member to be elected to serve as the National Historian. She was also the first member to be inducted into the Continental Societies Hall of Fame. Janice Moon was the first Chapter member to be appointed as the Eastern Region Vice Regional Director. She was followed by E. Tonya Greenwood who was elected as the Eastern Region Vice Regional Director and subsequently elected as the Regional Director for the Eastern Region. This Chapter has been and continues to be an outstanding asset to Monmouth and Ocean Counties.

North Jersey Shore members who served on the regional and national levels include:

Janice Moon National Arts & Humanities Committee Regional Vice Director Patricia K. Thomas Acting National Recording Secretary National Scholarship Committee Regional Scholarship Committee Chair National Chapter Development Co-Chair Cheryl Grant National Corresponding Secretary National Public Relations Committee National Economic Development, Co-Chair National Fitness Coordinator Regional Public Relations Officer Regional “Healthy Me Initiative” Chair Bahiyyah Abdullah National Nominating Committee National Ethics Committee Regional Scholarship Committee Regional Elections Committee

3 Edith Boyd Regional Scholarship Committee Regional Recording Secretary G. Venessa Jones Regional Nominating Committee Laria Hamilton Regional Corresponding Secretary E. Tonya Greenwood National Conclave Committee, Chair National Meetings Chair National President National Vice President National Nominating Committee Chair National Program & Awards Chairperson National Scholarship Committee Regional Director Vice Regional Director Regional Scholarship Committee Chair Regional Elections Chairperson

The North Jersey Shore Chapter has hosted the National Conclave, National Board Meetings and Eastern Regional Meetings. The membership has grown over the years and continues to provide outstanding programs and services to children and families with special needs. The chapter has won numerous national and regional awards for the outstanding programs that they have provided in Monmouth and Ocean Counties.

One of the highlights of the Chapter’s history is having the honor of having member, E. Tonya Greenwood elected as National President of Continental Societies, Incorporated. Tonya was also the second Chapter member to be inducted into the Continental Societies Hall of Fame.

In 2010, Chapter member E. Tonya Greenwood, Immediate Past National President, received the highest award given to a Continental, the “Lillian Parks Thomas Distinguished Service Award”. She is the first member in the North Jersey Shore Chapter to have received this prestigious National Award.

CURRENT INFORMATION

National Officers 2015-2017

National President Edna Lee Moffitt National First Vice President Terry B. Woods National Second Vice President Robin Browder, Esq. National Recording Secretary Yvette Jones National Corresponding Secretary Cheryl D. Grant National Financial Secretary Theresa Marshall National Treasurer Catherine Allen Smith

4 National Historian Essie Page National Chaplain Christine Davenport National Sergeant-At-Arms Evelyn Johns National Public Relations Officer Doncella Milton National Parliamentarian LaVora Valentine Washington National Immediate Past National President Florence Blount, DBA

Eastern Region Officers 2015-2017

Director Venida Y. Hamilton First Vice Director Christine S. Davenport Second Vice Director Dr. Mary Q. Grant Recording Secretary Lynda Tapper-Smith Corresponding Secretary Laria Hamilton Financial Secretary C. Lillette Green-Campbell Treasurer Bernestine Cordy-Williams Historian Chaplain Mae A. Beale Sergeant-At-Arms Joanne Nichols Public Relations Officer Eulalia Hamilton Darius Parliamentarian Stephanie V. Lee Immediate Past Director Brenda V. Johnson

North Jersey Shore Chapter Officers 2015-2017

President Cheryl D. Grant First Vice President Bahiyyah Abdullah, Interim Second Vice President Beverly Crudup Recording Secretary Angeline Harris Corresponding Secretary G. Venessa Jones Financial Secretary Brenda Terrell Treasurer Barnetta Keyes Historian E. Tonya Greenwood Chaplain Susie W. Morris Sergeant-At-Arms Velma Andrews Public Relations Officer Liesl Griffith Parliamentarian Brenda Sheree Terrell-Walker Immediate Past President Bahiyyah Abdullah

5 Presidents of the North Jersey Shore Chapter

Cheryl D. Grant 2015 – Bahiyyah Abdullah 2011 – 2015 Patricia K. Thomas 2007 – 2011 Anita Lockerman 2003 –-2007 Edie Boyd 2001 –-2003 M. Juanita Sonds 1997 – 2001 Janice Moon Ruby Scott Mary Tate Ruby Day Shirley Williams 1975 – 1979 Dr. Rose Cooper Thomas 1971 – 1975

Exemplary Accomplishments

1. NAACP Asbury Park/Neptune Branch – Recognition for outstanding community service. 2. Neptune Township and Neptune Board of Education – Recognition for continuous support and community service. 3. Wilbur Ray Scholarship Award Committee – Recognition for exemplary community service.

Major community organizations served

1. Big Sisters and Big Brothers of Ocean County, New Jersey 2. Boys and Girls Club of Monmouth County, New Jersey 3. Shark River Hills Elementary School, Neptune, New Jersey 4. Mid-Town Community Elementary School, Neptune, New Jersey 5. Summerfield Elementary School, Neptune, New Jersey 6. Long Branch Middle School, Long Branch, New Jersey 7. Gables Elementary School, Neptune, New Jersey 8. Lenna Conrow Elementary School, Long Branch, New Jersey 9. Joseph Ferraina Early Childhood Center, Long Branch, New Jersey 10. Macedonia Baptist Church, Lakewood, New Jersey 11. Neptune Township High School, Neptune, New Jersey

6 12. The Madonna House, Asbury Park, New Jersey 13. Ronald McDonald House, Long Branch, New Jersey 14. Early Childhood Education Center, Neptune, New Jersey 15. Bradley Elementary School, Asbury Park, New Jersey 16. Girls Scouts of Central New Jersey

Continental Societies, Inc. The Northern Virginia Chapter Chartered, July 31, 1993

Continental Beverly Pollard and Continental Veda Patterson, Founders and Organizers Dee Evelyn Mathews, Seventh National President, Chartering National President Sponsoring Chapter Washington DC

Twenty years ago, there was a vision. The idea for formalizing a local chapter of the Continental Societies, Inc. was developed by Beverly Pollard. She was inspired when she was invited by her friend, Jean Ravennah, to attend the chartering weekend for the Charleston, South Carolina Chapter. Although Beverly was unable to attend the event, she stayed in touch with her friend, Jean. During that period, Beverly inquired about forming a chapter of the Continentals. Jean gave her highlights and then directed her to Edna Calhoun, Fourth National President and member of the Washington, DC Chapter. Beverly sought the help of her sister, Veda Patterson, in identifying dedicated and concerned women; and the planning for a Northern Virginia Chapter began. Veda Patterson thought long and hard about who to invite and invited some of her friends from the Northern Virginia Alumni Chapter of Howard University. The first formal meeting was held at the home of Veda Patterson on March 7, 1993. The goals, purpose and structure of the organization were discussed. The group identified specific locations to volunteer. The interest group planned activities such as AIDS awareness, resume development for high school students and parenting skills at the Charles Houston Center in Alexandria. The members of the Washington, D.C. Chapter became the sponsoring chapter for the Prospective Northern Virginia Chapter. Often, the prospective members would meet with the Washington, D.C. president, Continental Barbara Morgan, to receive guidance and insight. The ladies also met often to fellowship among each other

1 On July 31, 1993, the Northern Virginia Chapter was chartered as a chapter of the Continental Societies, Inc. by Seventh National President, Dee Evelyn Mathews. The other installing officers were Kathleen Williams, National Second Vice President; Edna Calhoun, National Membership Chair; Adessa Lewis White, Regional Director. The Charter Members of the chapter were Yvette Scott Briscoe, Crystal Wallace Ford, Brenda Wilson German, Audrey Hunter Harrod, Joan Johnson, Pat Maiden Johnson, Geraldine Lewis, Vivian Moore, Veda Patterson, Poinsettia Galloway Peterson, Beverly Patterson Pollard, Glenn Logan Scott and Edith Swann. During the chartering weekend, members of the prospective chapter fellowshipped with Continentals from many chapters and participated in workshops. The workshops included presentations on the history of the Continentals and organizational structure conducted by Seventh National President, Dee Evelyn Mathews; National Programs conducted by Kathleen Williams, National Vice President; Regional Meetings conducted by Continental Adessa Lewis White, Fifth Mid Atlantic Regional Director; Financial obligations by National Treasurer Continental Doris Smith and Continental Jean Cooper National Financial Secretary; Constitution and Bylaws by National Parliamentarian Continental Patricia Morris and Special Awards by Edna Calhoun, Fourth National President. The chartering event and banquet were held at the Sheraton Crystal City Hotel located in Arlington, Virginia. Members from many chapters attended. Guests attended from Washington, DC; Lansing, MI; Durham, NC; Roanoke, VA; Florida; Newport News, VA; Philadelphia, PA; New York, New York; and Delaware. The event was featured in the Afro American Newspaper. Continental Beverly Pollard, organizer and founder of the Northern Virginia Chapter, became the first chapter president. The Northern Virginia Chapter is comprised of members who live in Northern Virginia, the District of Columbia and Maryland. Additionally, our chapter has had members who represent many professions and have used their professional expertise to serve children in their local communities. Members are medical professionals, attorneys, engineers, accountants, government officials and educators. Many of the members have managed to serve in leadership on the local, regional and national levels of other organizations while remaining committed to the Continentals. These organizations include: Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., National Coalition of 100 Black Women, the Links, Inc., Junior League, National Society of Black Engineers, the National Bar Association, Howard University Alumni Association, Hampton University Alumnae Association, the Urban League and the NAACP. Members have also served on nonprofit boards for the YMCA of Alexandria, YMCA of Greater Washington and Meridian Public Charter School to name a few. During its 23-year history, the Northern Virginia Chapter has hosted two regional meetings. During the tenure of Chapter President, Continental Veda Patterson, the Northern Virginia Chapter hosted the 14th Mid Atlantic Conference when the region was under the leadership of

2 the Seventh Mid Atlantic Regional Director, Sadye White. The Regional Conference was held on March 13 and 14, 1998 at the Crystal Gateway Hotel in Arlington, VA. The Mid Atlantic Regional Conference was chaired by The Northern Virginia Chapter Charter member, Geraldine Lewis. The Regional Conference was well attended with many Continentals from the region in attendance as well as the Eighth National President, Kathleen Williams. The Northern Virginia Chapter also hosted the 26th Annual Mid Atlantic Regional Conference. The Conference was Chaired by Continental LaFrances Williams and Continental Beverly Mims on March 12-14, 2010 at the Embassy Suites located in Dulles, VA during the tenure of the tenth Mid Atlantic Regional Director, Comatha B. Johnson, Goldsboro, NC Chapter. Northern Virginia members were active members of the National Conclave Planning Committee for the 50th Anniversary National Conclave held in Tysons Corner, Virginia. Continental Robin Browder actively assisted with planning the H.E.E.R. Awards Luncheon and the silent auction. Members of the Northern Virginia Chapter have served on the regional and national level and on several national committees. Continental Robin Browder served as Regional Parliamentarian for the Mid Atlantic Region. Continental Vickie Collins served as Mid Atlantic Regional Credentials Chairman for the 26th Mid Atlantic Regional Conference which was held in Dulles, VA. Continental Lani Shaw served as Regional Credentials Chairman for the 30st Mid Atlantic Regional Conference under the leadership of 11th Mid Atlantic Regional Director, Nkechi George Winkler. Continental Cherie Furlow served as Regional Corresponding Secretary. Organizer and Founder Continental Beverly Pollard served as National Jewelry Chairperson. Continental Kim King has served as National Chaplain and National Sergeant at Arm and served on several National Committees. Continental Robin Browder has served as National Sergeant at Arms, National Parliamentarian, National Second Vice President and served on several National Committees. Continental Cherie Furlow served on the National Budget and Finance Committee. The heart of the Northern Virginia Chapter has been its programs. The Northern Virginia Chapter has hosted programs in both Arlington and Alexandria Virginia. They have partnered with several community organizations including the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Kamp Kappa and Northern Virginia Urban League, to name a few. Additionally, the Northern Virginia Chapter was Selected by Northern Virginia Planning District Commission to assist with the implementation of an HIV/AIDS Awareness Campaign in conjunction with the Centers for Disease Control and the Preventive Marketing Initiative. As part of this effort, they provided training sessions for teens on HIV/AIDS. The Continental sisters in Northern Virginia have been innovative when planning and implementing their community service programs. Historically, the members have worked closely with the Charles Houston Community Center, the Walter Reed Community Center, Alexandria YMCA, Cameron Elementary School, INOVA Fairfax, the Carpenter’s Shelter and the Alexandria Community Shelter to name a few.

3 They have provided community Health Fairs where children received information on healthy eating, safety instruction from police officers and fire fighters and learned how to be physically fit. The members took high school students to the Annual HBCU Fair at Alfred Baptist Church and on an HBCU Bus Tours where students were able to visit several HBCUs in Virginia to include, Hampton University, Virginia State, St. Paul’s, Norfolk State. Annually, the Northern Virginia Chapter hosts the Valentine Card Project where members and elementary students have created hand-made valentine cards that are delivered to critically ill children at INOVA Fairfax Hospital. The members have also hosted an event called Little ladies who Brunch and Read, the goal of which was to expose elementary school girls to etiquette and encourage them to read. The event featured African American female leaders who spoke to the young ladies about the importance of reading and furthering their education. The Northern Virginia Chapter members also created the Barret Center Reading Project where they read to students and distributed donated books to students in attendance In collaboration with the Northern Virginia Chapter of the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, members of the Northern Virginia Chapter also hosted a STEM career fair for middle school girls attending school in Arlington County. During the STEM fair, students listened to NOVA Continentals who were working in STEM fields discuss their careers and the path that led them into STEM. The Northern Virginia Chapter has consistently supported homeless children in Northern Virginia. They have taken children from the Arlington Community Shelter for an afternoon of fun at the Black Rodeo; supported Shelter House-sent toiletry and household items and hosted holiday parties for children at the Alexandria Community Center to include a baby shower for babies born at the shelter. The Northern Virginia Chapter members all love to have fun with children. As part of that sentiment, they have hosted a field day at Cameron Run Elementary School and provided toys for over 600 children in attendance. They have sponsored young children to attend Burgundy Farms summer camp and summer camp at the YMCA of Alexandria. Yearly, the NOVA Continentals have sent camp bags to middle school boys attending Kamp Kappa. The bags are camouflage and contain items young boys tend to forget when going to camp such as bug spray, deodorant, tooth paste, tooth brush, sunglasses and a book. The NOVA Continentals have also hosted the Colgate Dental Van on many occasions for several elementary schools in Northern Virginia. The NOVA Continentals have also worked hard to maintain sisterly relations. Annually, they host their Jazz Brunch where guests enjoy good food and listen to live jazz. They have hosted boat rides, Murder Mystery Parties and bus trips to Atlantic City, NJ. The Northern Virginia Chapter of the Continental Societies, Inc. has had 8 chapter presidents. They are: Continental Beverly Pollard, Continental Veda Patterson, Continental Vickie Collins,

4 Continental Beverly Mims, Continental Robin Browder; Continental Kimberly King; Continental Lani Shaw; Continental Cherie Furlow.

Respectfully submitted, Robin T. Browder Second Vice President Northern Virginia Chapter Continental Societies, Inc. April 15, 2016

5 NY Chapter of the Continental Societies, Inc.

Date established: 1956 Sponsor chapter is identified: Philadelphia Current regional membership: Eastern Regional

Exemplary accomplishments:

 Annual Back to school program providing children with school supplies and materials.  Establishment of a library and a music room in both a day care facility and a school for emotionally disturbed children located in Central Harlem, NY  College scholarship.  Recreational and Arts activities: Easter egg coloring, annual apple-picking day and trips to the circus, museums, Baseball hall of Fame, Dance theatre, of Harlem, Sight & Sound Theatre in Lancaster, PA, and MLK Memorial in Washington, D.C.  Sponsored a Rev. Dr. Martin L. King Day essay contest.  Adoption of a needy family  Sponsored eight grade Math club and String Orchestra.  Sponsored literacy tutorial programs, after-school book club, art program and  Career Day workshops at P.S 30 & P.S. 92 in Harlem.  Co-sponsored Investment & Entrepreneur Club for eight graders at I.S. 275  Donation of books to P.S. 30 in Harlem and P.S 290 in Queens, NY  Financial literacy initiative at P.S. 156, Queens, NY & Fredrick Douglass Academy II, in Manhattan  "Little Brown Bags" designed by pre-school children, a community outreach program.  Colgate: Bright Smiles, Bright, Futures Dental van screenings for inner city children  Participated in Health Fairs in Houses of Worship  Educational Workshops offered on Obesity, Asthma, and Diabetes

Major community organizations served:

Partnerships with organizations such as Harlem Education Activities Fund, Inc. Grant Day Care Center, Bethel AME Church, NYC First Baptist Church of Teaneck, NJ, Shiloh Baptist Church in New Rochelle, NY, Harlem Hospital , Metropolitan Hospital, Shugah Baybees Nursery School, Ameriprise Financials, Exquisite Apparel, Paul Quinn Federal Credit Union, The Joyce Theatre, Colgate Palmolive ® Company. Kennedy Center for Child Development, and Northside center for child development

Current president and past presidents: Terry Bush, Margaret Butler, Rose Morgan, Dorothy Stinner, Eloise Dargan, Fannie Pierre, Marjorie Smyth, Janet Pierro

Living Chapter Organizers: None CHAPTER HISTORY OF THE OKLAHOMA CITY CHAPTER

CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES, INC.

The Midwest-Western Regional Expansion Team, formed under the leadership of Regional Director Jean Newkirk, ventured into Oklahoma City, the capital of the State of Oklahoma. The expansion team’s first foray into recruitment activities began in February 2010, with 7 additional meet and greet activities following over the next few months. A roster of 17 prospective members was submitted to the National Board for review and their consent to proceed with the chartering process was received. Following an extensive period of training and service projects, the Oklahoma City Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc. was chartered on February 19, 2011, becoming the 45th Chapter of the organization.

OKLAHOMA CITY CHAPTER CHARTERING Seated: Judith Nix (Dallas Chapter–Regional Corresponding Sec.), Jean Newkirk (Chicago Chapter-Regional Director), Blanch Campbell (St. Louis Chapter-National 2nd VP), Darlene Abram – Chapter President – Oklahoma City Chapter, W. Chris Stewart (Prince George’s County Chapter – National President), Louise W. Davis (Dallas Chapter President), Regina G. Deadrick (Houston Metropolitan Chapter – Vice Regional Director), Annie Barnett (Chicago Chapter-National Financial Secretary).

Middle Row: Mercedes LaCue, Delois Cooksey, Fannie Kaye, Mildred Ward, Cynthia Love, Carmelita Brazille, Anita Jones, Brenda Jones, Joyce Johnson, Curlyn McDaniel, Kaisetta Brown, Cynthia Johnson, Laurie Sweet, Linda Merriweather, Eleanor Smith, Ester D. Blaine, Maria Vick.

Back Row: Laurna Perry (Dallas Chapter), Hortense Ransom (Dallas Chapter-Regional Financial Secretary), Alisa Norris (Dallas Chapter), Marilyn Hayes (Dallas Chapter), Doris Hall (Dallas Chapter), Rita White (Dallas Chapter-Immediate Past Regional Director), Myrtle Jean Richardson (Wichita Chapter), Daisy McLaurin (Dallas Chapter – Regional Recording Secretary), Michelle Edwards (Wichita Chapter), Yvette Pierre (Dallas Chapter)

Among the CSI members facilitating the ceremony and attending the celebration were National President W. Chris Stewart, National 2nd Vice President Blanch Campbell, National Financial Secretary Annie Barnett and Midwest-Western Regional Director Jean Newkirk. Many members of the Dallas Chapter (the sponsoring chapter) attended the event, along with members from the Wichita Area Chapter and the Houston Metropolitan Chapter. Dr. Darlene Sheppard Abram was elected as the first chapter president, serving four years in this capacity. The second and current chapter president is Brenda Jones. Two new members (Demetria Murphy and Tynan Grayson) were installed in 2013.

The chapter’s active membership has fluctuated in the initial years, but our commitment to service has not wavered, as can be noted statistically in our service to over 5,000 children in 4 years. We have established key partnerships with Midwest City ISD, Oklahoma City, ISD and charter schools in the area. Bodine Elementary School and Salvation Station Child Care Center are always open to programming opportunities. We remain focused on developing and implementing meaningful programs and activities for the children in our community. Diversity is key in our area, thus our chapter has members of Latina and Native American ethnicities, truly embodying our commitment to inclusiveness both in membership and with the children we serve.

Continental Societies, Incorporated Prince George’s County Chapter Chapter History

The Prince George’s County Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc. was formed through the efforts of the Late Willie Mae Gaston-Ferguson, Chapter Founder and Organizer. Under the sponsorship of the Baltimore Chapter, the chartering ceremony for the Prince George’s County Chapter was held on March 20, 1999. Twenty-five ladies became charter members. The Prince George’s County Chapter has had three (3) anniversary celebrations, March, 2004, March, 2009 and March 2015. Members of the Prince George’s County Chapter have also hosted, two (2) regional meetings, April 2002 and April 2013 and one (1) National Board Meeting, November, 2010. In its seventeen year history, the Prince George’s County Chapter has won numerous awards and received recognition for the many programs and projects rendered in the schools and communities of Prince George’s County. Currently, there are twenty-nine (29) active members and seven (7) associate members. The members reside in Prince George’s County, Anne Arundel County, Charles County, Fairfax County, Alexandria, Virginia, Baltimore Maryland, and the District of Columbia. The chapter has been fortunate to have two (2) Past National Presidents, one who is a Lillian Parks Thomas Awardee – PNPAC W. Chris Stewart and the other, a Hall of Fame Awardee – PNPAC Dr. Lois Harrison-Jones Fears. The current National Treasurer, Eastern Region Treasurer and the Immediate Past Eastern Region Director are all members of the Prince George’s County Chapter. Other chapter members have served on the Eastern Region level as First Vice Eastern Region Director, Financial Secretary, Historian, Corresponding Secretary and Sergeant At Arms. Four (4) members have served as Chapter President. As a non-profit organization, the Prince George’s County Continentals have served over 40,000 children and youth since 1999. Many of the 18 schools served have benefited from viable programs which have fostered the growth and development of their children; enriched their lives culturally; and enhanced their social and emotional skills while giving them a better outlook on their socio-economic life-styles. The chapter has overwhelmingly embraced women and children in homeless shelters and provided services that directly impact the health and well-being of children in the county. Annual fundraisers and charitable donations have been established to support programs within the schools and provide scholarships to deserving high school seniors. Over $35,000.00 has been awarded to first time college students and continuing college students. The Willie Mae Gaston Ferguson Memorial Scholarship was established in 2013 to support college bound students with special needs. The ultimate goal is to award $5,000 to a deserving student with a disability. The chapter was awarded a $10,000.00 grant in 2005, by the National Harbor Community Outreach Program in support of its humanitarian activities. In 2011, another grant was awarded to the chapter by Penn National in the amount of 5,000.00 to provide assistance to children in homeless shelters through-out the county. Each year, the chapter looks forward to continuing its visibility, support and in-kind donations in the schools and communities of Prince George’s County.

Continental Societies Incorporated

Prince George’s County Chapter Continental Sundays 2015 2011 Zion Church Peace Baptist Church 3600 Bright Seat Road 712 18th Street, NE Landover, MD 20785 Washington, DC 20002 Home Church of Continental Kathryn Home of Continental Sharon J. Shanklin-Browne Jefferies Chapter President: Sharon J. Shanklin-Browne Chapter President: Sharon J. Shanklin-Browne Donation: $1,000 Donation: $1,000 2010 & 2009 – Inactive 2014

Our Savior Episcopal Church 2008 1616 Irving Street, NE Ascension Lutheran Church Washington, DC 20018 7415 Buchanan Street Home of Continental Sandra Ingram Landover Hills, MD 20784 Chapter President: Sharon J. Shanklin-Browne Home of Continental Donation: $1,000 Willie Mae Gaston Ferguson 2013 Chapter Founder /Organizer

Reid Temple AME Church First Chapter President – Deceased Chapter President: Catherine Allen Smith 11400 Glen Dale Road Donation: $1,000 Glen Dale, MD 20760 2007 Home of Continentals Carlisa Brown McCain and Second New Saint Paul Baptist Church June R. Watson 2400 Franklin Street, NE Chapter President: Sharon J. Shanklin-Browne Washington, DC 20018 Donation: $1,000 Home of Past National President W. Chris Stewart, (then National President) and 2012 Marvel Smith Alfred Street Baptist Church Chapter President: Catherine Allen Smith 301 South Alfred Street Donation: $2,000 Alexandria, VA 22314 Home of Continentals Hazeline Harris, Dr. Lois Harrison-Jones Fears and Bernestine Cordy Williams Chapter President: Sharon J. Shanklin-Browne Donation: $1,075 The Chapter re-launched Continental Sunday in 2007 after being Year: 2012 inactive in prior years

PHILADELPHIA CHAPTER INFORMATION

The following Philadelphia Chapter members have held National or Regional Position

Dolly Cumber - National Financial Secretary

Lilian Goffney - National Chaplain

Bernicee Pree - National Chaplain

Marian Robinson - National Parliamentarian

Kathleen Williams - Co-Chair CAC - Chairperson – CAC

Nat. Sgt. At Arms

Nat. Vice President

Nat. President

Regional

Dolly Cumber - Regional Director - 1991-1995

Barbara Cooper – Chaplain

Lilinau Goffney – Chaplain

Louise Moss - Regional Director - 1999-2003

Marian Robinson – Parliamentarian

Carole Ruffin - Regional Director - 1987-1989

Winners of the Hall of Fame Award

Bernice Pree

Kathleen Williams – 2001

Winner of the Lillian Parks Thomas Award

Kathleen Williams – 1988

Philadelphia has hosted -- 6 Conclaves, 2 Board Meetings, 4 Regional Meetings Regions and Chapters

Eastern Region – 13 Chapters Anne Arundel County, Maryland Baltimore, Maryland Bermuda Columbia, Maryland Delaware Area, Delaware New York, New York North Jersey Shore, New Jersey Metropolitan Philadelphia Area, Pennsylvania Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Prince George’s County, Maryland Southeastern Howard/Laurel, Maryland South Jersey, New Jersey Washington, DC

Mid-Atlantic Region 14 Chapters Charleston, South Carolina Columbus, Ohio – Delete not in existence Durham, North Carolina Goldsboro, North Carolina Mathews, Virginia New Bern, North Carolina Newport News/Hampton, Virginia Norfolk-Virginia Beach, Virginia Northern Virginia, Virginia Richmond, Virginia Roanoke, Virginia Tri-Cities, Virginia Triad-Rowan, North Carolina – Delete not in existence Wilmington, North Carolina

Midwest/Western Region – 9 chapters Chicago, Illinois Dallas, Texas Houston Metropolitan, Texas Little Rock, Arkansas Oklahoma City, Oklahoma North Bay, California – Delete not in existence Saint Louis, Missouri Twin Cities, Minnesota Wichita, Kansas

Southeastern Region – 10 Chapters Atlanta, Georgia Birmingham, Alabama Greater Miami, Florida Jacksonville, Florida LaGrange, Georgia Montgomery, Alabama Newnan, Georgia North Dade/Broward County, FL Solivita-Polk County, Florida Tuskegee, Alabama

Continental Societies, Inc. Richmond, Virginia Chapter Chapter History Outline April 13, 2016

Chapter Name: Richmond Date Chartered: April 17, 1976 Sponsored: Washington, DC Chapter Mid-Atlantic Region (membership

Exemplary accomplishments

 Served over 100,00 children in the Richmond Metropolitan area since being organized in the areas of Health, Education, Employment, Recreation and Arts & Humanities  Honored by Richmond Public Schools with Exemplary service to children in 2007 & 2016.  Honored by the Richmond Branch of NAACP  Honored by the Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority for service to children  Featured on Comcast Newsmaker  Featured on Virginia This Morning  Featured in Richmond Times Dispatch for Gift of Warmth project (Annually)  Featured in Richmond Free Press for service to Youth  37 Years of Elegance in Black & White Gala Fundraiser- Who’s who in attendance- Governors, U.S. Congressman and U. S. Senator in attendance  Grants from the UPS Foundation, Bon Secours, Wells Fargo and Gentworth Financial to support services to children  The first Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference was sponsored by the Richmond Chapter in 1984 under the leadership of Dr. Lois Harrison Jones Fears  The Richmond Chapter has had one National President- Dr. Lois Harrison Jones Fears  The Richmond has had three Mid-Atlantic Regional Directors: Dr. Lois Harrison Jones- Fears, Dr. Delores Greene and Nkechi George-Winkler  The Richmond Chapter severed more than 100 families affected by the devastation of Hurricane Katrina on November 17, 2005. The families received school supplies, toys,

1 cloths, books and food. The chapter also participated in the "Adopt a Family of the Katrina Hurricane" projects.  Richmond Chapter launches their "Go Green Leadership Program" for three schools in the Richmond Metropolitan area.  Maintained a very active and prominent advisory board for the Richmond Chapter since 1978 to present.  Sponsored the Tri-Cities Chapters, Virginia Chapter  Honored by Riverview Baptist Church for service to youth  The Richmond Chapter has won first place for Marquina Spencer Awards outstanding overall programs in 2005, 2007, 2008, and 2009 for the Mid-Atlantic Region  The Richmond Chapter launched a legislative trip to the Nation’s Capital since 2006 and students have met former Speaker Nancy Pelosi, President Obama, Congressman Scott, Clyburn, Watts and Meeks.  Nkechi George-Winkler (Hall of Fame Recipient)  Helen P. Wallace (Hall of Fame Recipient)  April 17, 2016- The Richmond Chapter will celebrate forty years of service  The Richmond Chapter will host a 40/40 Celebration Luncheon in July 2016

Major community organizations served  Richmond Redevelopment and Housing Authority  Richmond Public Schools  Midlothian Village Community  Gilpin Court Community  Mosby Court Community  Henrico Public Schools

Current president and past presidents  Goldie W. Pettaway  Nkechi George-Winkler  Helen Wallace  Thelma Burruss  Marilyn H. West  Dr. Lois Harrison Jones-Fears  Dr. Delores Greene  Gloria B. Johnson  Vernelle Johnson Poole

Deceased chapter organizers-  Mrs. Vernelle L. Johnson

2 Living chapter organizers-

 Mrs. Thelma J. Burruss  Mrs. Helen Wallace

Number and Names of Charter Members Installed: Mrs. Anna W. Carr, Mrs. Iris Dance, Mrs. Ida J. Mason, Mrs. Mary N. Randall, Mrs. Thelma J. Burruss, Mrs. Vernelle L. Johnson Ms. Helen Wallace

Officers initially elected: Mrs. Vernelle L. Johnson, First President

The seeds of this organization were planted in the minds of two of our chapter members-Mrs. Thelma J. Burruss, and Mrs. Vernelle L. Johnson. These two ladies cultivated the seeds by making inquires of the Washington, D. C. chapter pertaining to the goals and objectives of the national organization of Continental Societies, Incorporated. They later contacted four other concerned ladies who were interested in providing assistance to children with special needs. The initial meeting was held on February 23, 1975, at home of Mrs. Thelma Burruss and consisted of the following persons: Mrs. Anna W. Carr, Mrs. Iris Dance, Mrs. Ida J. Mason, Mrs. Mary N. Randall, Mrs. Thelma J. Burruss, and Mrs. Vernelle L. Johnson. These ladies agreed to pursue plans for the formation of a Richmond Chapter of Continental Societies, Incorporated. At succeeding meetings, the number of interested women increased to approximately 15. On April 17, 1976, at Mrs. Helen Wallace’s home, twelve ladies were installed as chapter members of the newly formed Richmond, Virginia Chapter of Continental Societies, and Incorporated by the Washington, D. C. Chapter. The chapter was composed of women with diverse backgrounds such as administrators for public and private institutions, a physician and stateswoman, elementary, middle school, and college instructors, a nurse and medical technicians. Additional members have been installed and the chapter has maintained diversity in its membership. The

Richmond, VA Chapter sponsored by the Washington, DC Chapter was installed April 17, 1976 under the leadership of Thelma J. Burruss and Vernelle L. Johnson. The 7 charter members

3 installed were: Thelma J. Burruss, Anna W. Carr, Iris Dance, Vernelle L. Johnson, Ida J. Mason, Mary N. Randall and Helen Wallace. Dr. Lois Harrison-Jones was appointed as the third Mid- Atlantic Regional Director by National President Edna Calhoun in 1982. Vernelle L. Johnson was elected Secretary/Treasurer for the 1987-1989 term. She was elected to the office of National President and was unable to complete her term. Dr. Delores R. Greene was elected the Interim Regional Director for the 1990-1991 term. Dr. Delores Greene was elected Regional Director for the 1991-1993 term. Thelma Burruss was elected Financial Secretary for the 1991-1993 term. Nkechi George- Winkler was appointed Second Vice Regional Director by Regional Director Comatha B. Johnson in 2006 after Olivia Osei-Sarfo was moved up to First Vice Regional Director. Nkechi George- Winkler was elected Second Vice Regional Director for the 2007-2009 term. Nkechi George-Winkler was elected First- Vice Regional Director for the 2009-2011 term. Nkechi George- Winkler was elected Regional Director for the 2011-2013 and 2013-2015 terms. Goldie Pettaway was elected Second -Vice Regional Director for the 2011-2013 and 2013-2015 terms. Adeline Clark was elected Recording Secretary for the 2011-2013 and the 2013-2015 terms. Gwendolyn Drayton was elected Corresponding Secretary for the 2011-2013 term. Pamela McKissack was elected Sergeant-at-Arms for the 2011-2013 and 2013-2015 terms. Gwendolyn Davis was elected Treasurer for the 2013-2015 term. Dr. Lornel Tompkins was appointed Regional Treasurer to serve the remainder of Gwendolyn Davis term 2014-2015.

4 Mid-Atlantic Regional Meeting 2008-2009 Awards

The Richmond Chapter has won first place for Marquina Spencer Awards outstanding overall programs in 2005, 2007, 2008, and 2009.

OUTSTANDING MEMBER AWARD Nkechi George-Winkler (2008)

SERVICE TO YOUTH (STY) AWARD  1st Place Richmond, VA 20,493 MARQUINA SPENCER OUTSTANDING CHAPTER AWARD  3rd Place Richmond, VA Chapter COLGATE-PALMOLIVE PARTICIPANT  Richmond, VA Chapter CONTINENTAL EXTRA EFFORT AWARD  Freida Bolling OUTSTANDING MEMBER AWARD  President Nkechi George-Winkler

SCHOLARSHIP WINNER- Quendra Mason

Mid-Atlantic Regional Meeting 2010

SERVICE TO YOUTH (STY) AWARD (March 2010) 1st Place Richmond, VA 20,493

MARQUINA SPENCER OUTSTANDING CHAPTER AWARD (March 2010) 3rd Place Richmond, VA Chapter African American Read in Participation Colgate Palmolive Participation

OUTSTANDING MEMBER AWARD (March 2010) Nkechi George-Winkler – Richmond, VA Chapter

SCHOLARSHIP WINNER (March 2010) 2nd Place Quane’dra Mason – Richmond, VA Chapter

5 March 2011 (Mid-Atlantic Regional Meeting)

FLORENCE PRUNTY SCHOLARSHIP AWARD Richmond, VA Chapter FLORENCE BLOUNT LEADERSHIP AWARD Nkechi George-Winkler – Richmond, VA Chapter African American Read in Participation Colgate Palmolive Participation

COMATHA B. JOHNSON OUTSTANDING MEMBER AWARD Nkechi George-Winkler – Richmond, VA Chapter

SERVICE TO YOUTH (STY) AWARD  1st Place Richmond, VA 22,493 FLORENCE PRUNTY SCHOLARSHIP AWARD  Richmond Chapter FLORENCE BLOUNT LEADERSHIP AWARD  Nkechi George-Winkler, Pres COLGATE-PALMOLIVE PARTICIPANT  Richmond, VA Chapter CONTINENTAL EXTRA EFFORT AWARD  Nkechi George-Winkler, Pres.  Gwendolyn Davis COOPERATION AND COMMITMENT AWARD  Nkechi George-Winkler, Pres.  Goldie Pettaway, 1st VP OUTSTANDING MEMBER AWARD  President Nkechi George-Winkler

HALL OF FAME NOMINEE WINNER- Beverly B. Davis

Mid-Atlantic Regional Meeting (2012)

SCHOLARSHIP AWARD WINING CHAPTERS 3. Richmond, VA Chapter (Book Award Winner) African American Read In Participation Colgate Palmolive Participation CONTINENTAL EXTRA EFFORT AWARD (CEEA)

6 Pamela McKissack (Richmond, VA Chapter) Freida Bolling (Richmond, VA Chapter) Shining Star: Goldie W. Pettaway

Mid-Atlantic Regional Meeting (2013)

Service to Youth Award Category 2 (21 or more members) Richmond, VA (28,912) —1st

African American Read In Participation

“GO GREEN” PROJECT CHAPTER PARTICIPATION Richmond Chapter

Mabs Kemp Essay Contest Submissions Elementary School AMOUNT TO BE AWARDED $50 Richmond, VA – Heaven Cannady High School AMOUNT TO BE AWARDED $125 Richmond, VA –Azure΄ Minor

CEEA Award: Adeline Clarke (Richmond, VA)

Mid-Atlantic Regional Meeting (2014)

Service to Youth Award Category 2 (21 or more members) Richmond, VA (28,912)—

African American Read In Participation (920 children served)

Mabs Kemp Essay Elementary School Winner

Sisterhood Legacy Award: Gwendolyn Drayton

7 CEEA Award: Diane Bacon (Richmond, VA)

Mid-Atlantic Regional Meeting (2015)

Service to Youth Award Category 2 (21 or more members) Richmond, VA (32,000)

African American Read In Participation (915 children served)

Marilyn H. West Book Award (Faith Mickens)

Youth of the Year Award (Nadia Green)

CEEA Award: Goldie W. Pettaway Dr. Lornel Tompkins Adeline Clarke Patricia Spence

Continental Societies, Inc. Roanoke Virginia Chapter

Summary of Chapter’s History

In the year 1964, Florence Prunty was told by a friend, Rachel Rue, in Goldsboro, N.C. about the formation of a new organization called “The Continental Society”. Florence returned to Roanoke and told her friend, Florine Fulford, about it. They gathered information concerning the organization. Lenora Boyd and Mary Jackson invited them to Newport News-Hamption, Virginia to see the Continentals in action. So impressed with the work that they were doing, Florence and Florine returned to Roanoke, prepared twelve friends and formed a chapter, to be sponsored by Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter.

In April 1965, The Roanoke, Virginia Chapter became the second Virginia Chapter and the ninth chapter of Continental Societies. Florence Prunty was the first president and founder. Florine Fulford was the first treasurer and co-founder.

In 1967, Florence Prunty became the National President of the Continental Society. She presided over her first National Conclave at Twin-Cities, Minnesota in 1968.

In 1969, The Roanoke Chapter hosted its first Conclave at the Hotel Roanoke. At this Conclave, the first official Continental Pins were issued at a cost of ($11.00) per pin. Also, The Roanoke Chapter sponsored its first chapter in 1969—Columbus, Ohio. Continental Societies, Inc. Chapter History Information

Please complete the following information and return to Florence Blount, National Historian, 446 North Ave, Newport News, VA 23601 by May 10, 2005.

Chapter Name: Roanoke Virginia Chapter Continental Societies, Inc.

Date of Installation: April 3, 1965

Place and Address of Installation: The home of Mr. Florine Taylor Fulford, Roanoke. VA.

Organizer of the Chapter: Florence Lewis Prunty

Sponsoring Chapter: Newport News – Hampton, VA.

Chatter Members of the Chapter: Ruth Lash Anderson, Maxine Kyle Deskins, Florine Taylor Fulford, Anna Wright Johnson, Gertrude Brown Logan, Edna Brown Prunty, Florence Lewis Prunty, Ruby Taborn Reeves, Laura Walton Spurlock, Maxine Fultz Thomas and Dorothy Taylor Walker.

HEER Plus ARTS and Humanities Programs: Health Screenings (assisting Elementary School Nurses with Dental and Vision Health Care), Nutrition Program: “Junk Buster” At Northwest Childcare Center, School Partnerships at Roanoke Academy for Math and Science (RAMS) and Lincoln Terrace Saturn Network Elementary School as tutors, mentors, storytellers, puppetry, weekly readers to students during Continental Day and Dr. Seuss Day (Special Reading/Activities) Brown V. Board of Education Program, Adopting a Family; donating food th and clothing to needy youth from churches and community, celebrate Attorney Oliver Hill’s 97 Birthday; (one of the architects of the most important Supreme Court Cases in US History); Continental Kids Camp, Holiday Parties, Puppet Shows, Cook-outs, Wrapping May Pole, Field Trips, Horticulture.

Scholarships and Amounts: Local Scholarships for past ten years (10,500.00) Total Distributions awarded from CSI Endowment Fund at Virginia Western Community College since 1988; $13,000.00.

Names of Scholarship Winners: 2001-Myra Brown and Keisha Williams; 2002- Laila G. Jones, Freana M. Burks and Va. Western Scholarship in Memory of Continental, Frances Keen, 2003- Anisah Rasheed and Shayla Hilton; 2004- Adrian Dowell, Jr., 2006 – Maisha Nunnally, 2007 – Gabrielle Moss

Annual Fund Raising Activity and Activities: Little Miss Continental Contest, Annual Fall Dance, Musical Concerts, Raffles and Talent Shows. Who Are the Continentals?

Nationally Organized in 1956 Chartered in Roanoke on April 3, 1965 Celebrating 50th Anniversary this year!

The Roanoke Chapter Continental Societies, Inc. Founding Members were:

Ruth Anderson, Maxine Deskins, Florine Fulford, Anna Johnson. Gertrude Logan, Edna Prunty, Florence Prunty, Ruby Reeves, Laura Spurlock, Maxine Thomas and Dorothy Walker.

They are a non-profit, public service organization which focuses attention on children /youth and their needs. They accomplish their goals through the "HEER Plus Arts & Humanities” Components. These basic components stand for Health, Education, Employment, Recreation Plus Arts & Humanities.

Health: Include Health Fairs at Forest Park Academy, Healthy Snacks/Drink More Water initiatives at Noah-Christian Academy. We initiated the "Let's Move Program and "Steps Challenge". We promote Fruits, fruits and more Fruit. Students at the Noah-Christian Academy and Lincoln Terrace were given pedometers to keep track of their steps. A Zumba Workout Party was held on yesterday at the Forest Park Academy.

Education: Reading Buddies, Essay Contests, African-American Read-In, annual scholarships to local high school seniors and scholarships from their Endowed Scholarship Fund at Virginia Western Community College.

Employment: School Presentations about career choices and job expectations The Continental Angels Girls Club meets monthly and has a variety of activities; including skating parties, Angels Book Club and attendance at cultural events.

Fundraisers: Continentals showcase youth talents and creativity through "Little Miss Continental Pageants” and "Black Girls Rock Rows." We are planning an "Evening of Jan" in April!

Nationally, we serve over a quarter million children and youth, annually. Roanoke Chapter Continental Societies, Incorporated (Roster 2015-2017)

President Treasurer Donna W. Andrews, Nancy 6 Appleton Ave, NW 2221 Andrews Road, NW Roanoke, VA 24017 Roanoke, VA 24017 540-563-4863 540-366-4355 [email protected] [email protected]

First Vice-President Chaplain Washington-Brown, Quo Vadis Morgan, Paula 3108 Keene Street, NW 1602 Andrews Rd, NW Roanoke, VA 24017 Roanoke, VA 24017 540-581-2520 540-345-2109 [email protected] [email protected]

Second Vice-President Public Relations Officer/Immed, Past Pres. Wilson, Lorena King, Gloria 4758 Westvale Road NE 473 Ben Street, NW Roanoke, VA 24019 Roanoke, VA 24017 [email protected] 540-562-0632 [email protected] Recording Secretary Baker, Patricia Sergeant At-Arms 3109 Kershaw Rd, NW Jourinette, Linda Roanoke, VA 24017 5925 Old Mountain Road, 540-366-2111 Roanoke, VA 24019 [email protected] 540-366-0231 [email protected] Corresponding Secretary Freeman, Loretta Parlimentarian 727 Monroe Street Brooks, Barbara Salem, VA 24153 1629 Shamrock St, NW -389-5154 Roanoke, VA 24017 @aol.com 540-362-5101 [email protected] Financial Secretary Jones, Hazel Historian 2317 Laura Rd, NW Scott, Elsie Roanoke, VA 24017 2618 Portland Ave, NW 540-562-2188 Roanoke, VA 24017 [email protected] 540-339-9594 Member Bonilla, Natalie 4606 Whispering Willow Lane Roanoke, VA 24017 540-519-4765 [email protected]

Subject: Roanoke, VA Continental Chapter Presidents Through the Years / Donna W. Lee, Current President Date: Sat., Apr 2, 2016 2:37 a.m.

Year President 1965-1967 Florence Prunty 1967-1969 Florence Prunty 1969-1971 Anna Johnson 1971-1973 Anna Johnson 1973-1975 Audrey Wheaton 1975-1977 Audrey Wheaton 1977-1979 Patricia Broadneaux 1979-1981 Anna Johnson 1981-1983 Frances Keen 1983-1985 Frances Keen 1985-1987 Mildred White 1987-1989 Mildred White 1989-1991 Laverne Fuller-Prunty 1991-1993 Rebecca Pullins 1993-1995 Rebecca Pullins 1995-1997 Rebecca Pullins 1997-1999 Frances Keen 1999-2001 Frances Keen 2001-2002 Frances Keen 2002-2003 Donna W. Lee 2003-2005 Patricia Broadneaux 2005-2006 Irene Greene 2006-2007 Hazel Jones 2007-2009 Donna Lee 2000-2011 Barbara Brooks 2011-2013 Barbara Brooks 2013-2015 Gloria Randolph-King 2015-2017 Donna W. Lee

CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES INC.

History of the Saint Louis Chapter

On June 19, 1981 the Saint Louis Chapter, sponsored by the Chicago Chapter, was chartered under the leadership of the late Dr. Fredda Witherspoon, organizer, and Rosa S. Stanback, the third National President. Thirty Three (33) professional women embraced the Continental purpose “To promote foster and develop the welfare of disadvantaged and underprivileged children and youth, to improve their recreational facilities, advance their educational opportunities, and sponsor a climate of security and well-being in the Saint Louis City and County communities.

The original charter members were Gail Allmon, Judy Best, Verona Bowers, Katie Brock, Norma Curby, Terri Pyant-Fisher, Alisha Foggy, Merdean Gales, Celest Gooch, Catherine Gregory, Sharon Harvey, Diane Jackson, Mable Jacques, Brenda Jones, Shirley Kayira, Janice Lalsandhu, Patricia Woods May, Ruby Mayweather, Mary Montgomery, Joyce Price, Mary Price, Carol Dianne Powell, Jeannie Gore-Roberts, Marquerite Scott, Patricia Hill Smith, Elaine Spearman Esq., Joyce W. Townes, Paula Livingston -Thomas, Antoinette Warren, Dr. Fredda Witherspoon, Gaye Wilson, Ann Williams and Gwendolyn Young. The Saint Louis Chapter has flourished under the leadership of six dynamic leaders: Dr. Fredda Witherspoon, Mary Montgomery, Blanch Campbell, (20 years) Rogerlyn Simington, Deloris Green and Myrtis E. Spencer. These dedicated women and all chapter members have worked untiringly to create a positive image in the St. Louis community by designing and implementing programs that match the needs of the children we encounter. The Saint Louis Chapter strives to adhere to the human precept of sharing with those in need through the Continental Societies Five-Point Programmatic Thrust: Health, Education, Employment, Recreation plus Arts and Humanities. In today’s environment, the needs of our children and youth are changing constantly. It has become critical that we broaden our scope to focus on special needs such as Asthma Awareness, Juvenile Diabetes, Childhood Obesity Prevention Oral Health Care and Literacy. The Saint Louis Chapter, with the support of partnership with various corporations has developed signature programs such as Colgate Palmolive’s Bright Smiles, Bright Futures Program, (Oral Health) The American Lung Association, (Asthma Awareness), the Monsanto Family YMCA (Healthy Kid’s Day), The Junior Kindergarten (Early Childhood Education) and the African American Read-in.

Phenomenal support has been garnered over the years for the chapter’s signature “Say Yes to Children, Yes To Education” fundraising campaign as well as the chapters’ outstanding scholarship program. The “Say Yes To Children, Yes To Education”, program was created in 1985 with the implementation of the Student Achievers Program which included a $500 stipend for each achiever. The program expanded to the United Negro College Fund participation (1990 -1993), as well as the Making a Difference Award (partnered with the United Negro College Fund, 1993-1998). Continental Blanch Campbell served as the first National Scholarship Chairperson (appointed by National President Dee Evelyn Matthews, and was charged with developing the organization’s scholarship structure. The National Scholarship Program was implemented and The Saint Louis Chapter has proudly sponsored two National Scholarship Recipients; Erica Daniella Weston, 1999 and Joy Cherie Irving in 2000. It should be noted that in addition to the awarding of renewable scholarships each year, the chapter provides book stipends to every youth that applies for the chapter scholarship.

National & Regional Support Highlights during our 35 years history include:  Hosted National Conclave 2003 o Hilton Frontenac Hotel o Blanch Campbell Chapter President o Mary Montgomery, Conclave Chair  Chapter donated approximately $10,000 to the National Organization for the purpose of implementing a full scholarship program. These funds, combined with contributions from Savannah and Goldsboro, were used to begin a “money market” account for Continental Societies, Inc.  Chapter hosted National Board Meeting in 2011.  Blanch Campbell served as the 1st National Scholarship Chairperson, National Recording Secretary, National 2nd Vice President and National 1st Vice President.  Myrtis Spencer has served on the National Scholarship Committee and the National Chaplain’s Committee.  Rogerlyn Simington, Ruth Hopkins, Barbara Thomas, Myrtis Spencer and Blanch Campbell have all been members of the Continental Chorale. Continental Guys Simington and Thomas joined the Chorale, for Conclave 2007, 2008 and 2009.

Midwest-Western Regional Meetings Hosted  2006 and 2011  In 2012, the chapter recommended the expansion of the regional scholarship to 2nd and 3rd place awards. Midwest-Western Regional Leadership  Blanch Campbell – Regional Director, Vice Regional Director, Scholarship Committee Chair, Public Relations Officer, Regional Chaplain, Nominating Committee Chair, Awards Committee Chair, and Midwest-Western Regional Expansion Team Member.  Ruth Hopkins – Regional Chaplain, Scholarship Committee Chair  Barbara Thomas – Regional Historian, Scholarship Committee Chair, Awards Committee Chair  Myrtis E. Spencer – Regional Awards Committee Chair, Regional Historian

The Chapter observed it’s Silver Anniversary on February 18, 2006 at the Millennium Hotel. This grand affair (The Continental Cabaret) spotlighted Brittney Woods Jr. High Jazz ban, the Cameron Youth Orchestra and a full fur fashion show by DeMay Furs. National President E. Tonya Greenwood and others attended this celebration.

The chapter has won many HEER + Arts and Humanities awards over the years, and proudly express our continued commitment to children throughout the Saint Louis Community. The Saint Louis Chapter will celebrate its 35th Anniversary on June 12, 2016. History of the Solivita Polk Chapter

On Saturday, January 19, 2008 the Chartering ceremony and installation of the Solivita Polk County Chapter was held at the Venezia Club Room in Solivita Active Adult Community – Kissimmee, Polk County, Florida. The induction of the new members followed a year of activities planned and implemented by the interest group (“Prospective Continentals”). The interest group was founded and organized by Continental Pamela Sykes, who had served as a member of the Metropolitan Philadelphia Area Chapter for several years before moving to Florida. The Metropolitan Philadelphia Area Chapter served as sponsors for the new Solivita Polk Chapter, of the Southeastern Region. Southeastern Regional Director Patricia B. Miller facilitated the project which was done by the interest group, she also helped plan the installation / initiation and nurtured the newly formed chapter. Continental Blanch Campbell, National Second Vice President (membership chair) was very supportive. Continental Florence Blount, National First Vice President, represented Continental Chris Stewart at our induction and Continental Chris Stewart, National President sent gracious good wishes and congratulations on our newly acquired status – “The Continentals of Solivita Polk”. Our first act was to set an agenda for the remainder of our first year. We planned a fundraiser to get some funds to support our programs for the year to come. This seemed to work well and we have continued this practice of planning, estimating our funds needed and sponsoring fund raisers to support our program/s. Since its inception, our chapter has received several regional awards and a few national. We have had one national officer, Pamela Sykes, Credentials Chair and two Regional officers, Pamela Sykes, Historian, formerly sergeant-at-arms and Alma Diggs, Scholarship Chair. In our community, we have been recognized for our charitable community work.

1 Charter Members of the Solivita Polk /County Chapter

Bettye Brown * Phyllis Watson *

Kathryn Butler

Saundra Davenport

Alma Diggs

Bernice Dillard

Vivian Edwards

Diane Gill

Ellie Graham

Cynthia Hobley

Julie Johnson

Linda Matthews

Helen McDowell

Diane Solomon

Pamela Sykes

Marguita Thompson

2 SOUTH JERSEY CHAPTER Chartered, 1970 and Sponsored by the Philadelphia Chapter

CHARTERED MEMBERS

*Charter +Deceased

Marie Aikens*+ Mercie Cribb* Jeannne Barrick*+ Portia Dempsey*+ QuoVadis Blackburn*+ Evelyn Means* Thelma Brothers*+ Tessie Moose*+ Mattie Conwell*+ Eleanor Wiggins*+

Past Members 1975-2013

Doris Anderson Gretchen Waples Barbara Harvey Ruth Harper+ Vernell Brown Faye Hobson Ann Holloway Gladys Hunter Anita Atchinson Charlene McCaskill Delores Miah+ Hazel Davis Francis Balton Bernice Worlds+ Betty Wilson Gloria Gibson Felicia Collins Barbara King Harriet Porter+ Dorothy Reddick Shirley Foster+ Gretchen Waples+ Barbara Harvey Marlene Proffitt Marilyn Dicks-Riley Asora Carpenter+ Patricia Griffin-Greenhow Stephanie Knox Shelly Smith Ida Peace LaGondia Tyler Michelle Cobbs Shauntay Ocasio Marian Merriwheather Charlotte Evans Dorothy Collins Rosa Cruz Joan Allen Christine Lee+ Present Members of South Jersey

Linda Armstead Teresa Perkins, 2nd Vice President Paula Beatty, Chaplain Cassandra Pistorious, Past President Dr. Juanita Blakney Faye Reese-Clark, Treasurer Dorothy Brocco, Chapter President Phyllis Rickets, Corresponding Secretary Joyce Gilchrist-Pierce Dr. Michele Turner-Woods Mamie Hoefer Janice Wardle, Sgt at Arms Saunjii Jacbobs LaSandra Watkins, Parliamentarian Geraldine Johnson, Historian Gloria Wiggins, Recording Secretary Jennifer Lewis-Hall, Public Relations Corlette Mays, 1st Vice President Evelyn Means, Financial Secretary Communities Served Camden City Schools: Sponsored Elementary School Children in 5 area schools with Sponsorship and chaparone by Chapter Members/Parents/ Teachers on field trips to the annual “Nutcracker” Christmas performance. Lawnside Elementary School, grades k-8 with support and attendance to their annual Health Fair, Art Judging and formal evening Art Show for the past 4 years. The Principal has an open invite for Black History Month activities. Collingswood, New Jersey Charter School and two Elementary Schools are interchangeable for the annual Dental Van. This past year SJC own Dentist, Dr. Michele Turner-Woods, was the in house Dentist by hosting the girls and Boys Club in Glassboro, New Jersey. Willingboro, New Jersey eagerly looks forward to our Arts and Humanities Chair and Committee supporting the African American School of Dance with funds and attendance at their programs through the year.

HAPPY 60TH ANNIVERSARY TO ALL OF OUR CONTINENTAL SISTERS! SOUTH JERSEY CHAPTER CHARTERED – NOVEMBER 1970

Thelma Brothers Eleanor Wiggins Christine Lee Jean Barrick Tessie Moose Portia Dempsey Mattie Crownell Quovadis Blackburn Mercy Cribb Evelyn Means Marie Akins Geraldine Johnson Joan Allen

Doris Anderson Gladys Hunter Marie V. Akins Saunjii Jacobs Joan Allen Geraldine Johnson Frances Balton Barbara King Jeanne Barrick Stephanie M. Knox Paula Beattty Evelyn Lewis LaGondia Barksdale-Tyler Angela Lynard Juanita Blakney Shauntay Ocasio Quovadis Blackburn Evelyn Means Norma P. Boyd Almena Merritt Dororthy Richardson Brocco Marian Merriweather Thelma Brothers Charlene McCaskill Vernell Brown Delores Miah Joan Burke Patricia Montgomery Asora Carpenter Tessie Moose Michelle Cobb Ida Peace Dorothy A. Collins Marian Proffitt Felicia Collins Casandra Pistorius Mattie Conwell Harriet Porter Mercy Cribb Dorothy Riddick Rosa Cruz Faye Reese-Clark Portia Dempsey Marilyn Dicks-Riley Sharon Etienne Alease Scott Charlotte Evans Jean Smith Shirley Foster Shelly Smith Gloria Gibson Jean Stewart Joyce Gilchrist-Pierce Lagondia Tyler Patricia Griffin-Greenhow Janice Wardle Ruth Harper Gretchen Waples Barbara Harvey Eleanor Wiggins Anita Atchison-Harris Betty Wilson Faye Hobson Bernice Worlds Mamie Hoefer Bernice Younger Jeanne Holmes Christine Younger Ann Holloway Southeastern Howard/Laurel Chapter of CSI, Inc. Chapter History

The Ladies of Distinction of Southeastern Howard/Laurel Chapter comprised of five professional women, dedicated to planning and sponsoring programs to serve the needs of children and youth in Eastern Howard County, sponsored activities to test the interest of other like-minded professional women to join them in establishing a local Chapter of Continental Societies Inc. The Ladies of Distinction made an official request through the Eastern Regional Director and the President of the Baltimore Chapter of Continental to sponsor a new local chapter. This activity later served as the service project for the new chapter. The Ladies of Distinction were Henryette Neal, Mae Beale, June Horner, Lizzie Smith and Mattie Stanford. The Southeastern Howard/Laurel Chapter of the Continental Societies (SEHL), a public service organization dedicated to the socioeconomic and cultural welfare of underprivileged children and youth was chartered with 20 members installed December, 2007. The Chapter’s service area consistent with its name was to cover the southeastern portion of Howard County and, through an act of sisterhood, parts of Anne Arundel County and Prince Georges County, chapters located in both counties, and all of Laurel, Maryland. The SEH/L Chapter adheres to the mission of the National Organization to create environments that support the growth and development of children to reach their optimal potential. The Chapter’s vision is to develop quality projects that focus on education, personal development, healthy living, and recreational, cultural and social experiences to enhance the lives of children who reside and attend the schools within the Southeastern Howard/Laurel Maryland communities. The 21 Chartered members were June Horner, Henryette Neal, Mae Beale, Mattie Stanford, Lizzie Smith, Frankie McCurdy, Victoria Lawson, Gerry Taylor, Rachel Cook, Deborah Hill, Muriel Mitchell, Milonda Mitchell, Joella Malone, Tjuana Malone, Sandra Pulley-Hamlett, Lisa Scott, Annie Foster, Sylvia Cooke Martin, Joan Posey Fletcher, Jean Chase, and the late Inola Clements. Past Presidents: June Horner and Deborah Hill, current: President Mae A. Beale. Activities: Passport to Success, Washington Mystics game, Colgate Dental Van, Getting Ahead, Safe in Your Place, Backpack Initiative, and Black History Expo.

Tri-Cities Chapter History

The Tri-Cities, VA Chapter was organized and sponsored by the Richmond, VA Chapter in June 2008 and installed on March 13, 2009 at the 25th Regional Conference in Richmond, VA. The charter members installed were: Rebecca Branch, Dana Briggs, Angela Crump, Mache Duhart, Kimberly K. Glen, Dana Graves, Melanie Hamlin, Margaret Johnson, Joyce Jones, Joy Reed, Tanya Simmons, Sandra Smith, Keeila Taylor, Bianca Thompson and Angela Yancey. On December 7, 2012, Wendy Battle, Jessica Bradley, Susie Bolling and Muriel Hawkins were installed. In 2013, Mary Wilson was installed. On December 13, 2014, Doris Bey and Dionna Gilchrist were installed and most recently on December 23, 2015 Lisa Allmond was installed into the Tri-Cities Chapter.

Presidents of the Chapter include Angela Crump and current President Wendy Battle (January 2013 to Present).

March 13, 2014 – Five (5) year Anniversary for Tri-Cities Chapter

Over the years, the Tri-Cities Chapter received the following awards and recognition:

March 13, 2013 – Certificate of Appreciation for commitment for ensuring the growth of CSI by increasing membership since 2012 Regional Conference

March 8, 2014 – Certification of Appreciation for commitment for ensuring the growth of CSI by increasing membership since 2012 Regional Conference

March 8, 2014 – Certificate for Participation in African American Read-In

March 8, 2014 – Certificate for Participation in Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures dental van visits bringing smiles to the children in the local community and providing oral health education and free dental screenings

March 13, 2014 – Certificate for Outstanding Service to Children and Youth by implementing programs in the HEER components (Health, Education, Employment, Recreation, Arts and Humanities)

June 28, 2014 – 20% increased Membership

1 June 28, 2014 100% Membership Retention

March 14, 2015 – Certification for Participation in the African American Read-In

March 14, 2015 – Continental Extra Effort Award (CEEA) Wendy Battle

 Each year the Tri-Cities Chapter provides school supplies to students at an Elementary School in Petersburg, VA

 August 2015 - Tri-Cities Chapter provided 100 hygiene bags to students at an Elementary School in Petersburg, VA

 December 2014 and 2015 - Tri-Cities Chapter participated in the Angel Tree Program

 Tri-Cities Chapter partnered with the Sheriff’s Department in Petersburg, VA and provided book bags to the youth in the community

 Participates in the Colgate Bright Smiles, Bright Futures dental van visits to an Elementary School in Petersburg, VA to provide free dental screenings and oral health education to the students

Continental Societies,

Incorporated Tuskegee Chapter

Facebook Page: Tuskegee Chapter of the Continental Societies, Inc.

Tuskegee Chapter was installed on November 24, 1972.

Edna Lee Moffitt National President

Melvinor Kendrick Regional Director ~ Kathleen Knight President

Theresa Bogan 1st Vice President

Charlzine M. Turner 2nd Vice President Continental Helen I. Mahone and Continental Sceiva Holland are two of the Vernetta E. Patrick Tuskegee Chapter Charter Members who are still active in the chapter. Recording Secretary

Belinda Hogue Treasurer

Yvonne K. Kennebrew Financial Secretary

Sarah Stringer Historian Sceiva Holland Helen I. Mahone Hattie P. King

Sergeant-at-Arms In 1972 The Tuskegee Chapter began as the Tuskegee – Montgomery Chapter Helen I. Mahone of the Continental Societies, Inc. located in the Southeastern Region. The Chaplain chapter later separated and became the Tuskegee Chapter and The

Beverly T. Marable Montgomery Chapter in Alabama. Over the years the chapter has hosted the Public Relations National Board Meeting, the Conclave and the Southeastern Regional

Sceiva B. Holland Conference. Parliamentarian ~ Today Tuskegee Chapter has a membership of 14 active members two of those Chapter Members are Charter Members. One of the chapter members is the Treasurer for the Velma Crayton Helen Howard Southeastern Region. Ann H. Marable Due to current circumstances, chapter must delay providing official history at this time. Tuskegee Chapter Continental Societies, Inc. Tuskegee Alabama

Sponsoring Chapter:

Charter Members Boone, Emma ‘72 Charter Member -Deceased Carson, Doretha ’72 Charter Member – Inactive Green Rackley, Barbara ’72 – Charter Member-Inactive Holland, Sceiva ’72 - Charter Member Johnson, Jocelyn ‘72 - Charter Member- Deceased Mahone Wyatt, Denise ’72 - Charter Member-Inactive Mahone, Helen I. ’72 - Charter Member Note: Helen may be the oldest living active member, she is 98. Peterson, Amelia W. ’72 - Charter Member – Inactive Phillips, Alzenia ‘72 - Charter Member – Inactive Primus, Gloria ‘72 - Charter Member – Inactive Williams, Mae Doris ’72 – Charter Member- Inactive

Current Membership Boggan, Theresa ‘14 Crayton, Velma Hogue, Belinda ‘14 Holland, Sceiva ’72 - Charter Member Howard, Helen ‘14 Kennebrew, Yvonne ‘85 King, Hattie Knight, Kathleen ‘14 Mahone, Helen I. ’72 - Charter Member Note: Helen may be the oldest living active member, she is 98. Marable, Ann Marable, Beverly ‘14 Patrick, Vernetta E. 2000 Stringer, Sarah ‘14 Turner, Charlzine M. ‘73 CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES, INC. Twin Cities Chapter History

The Twin Cities Chapter is the tenth installed chapter of Continental Societies, Inc. The chapter, sponsored by the Baltimore, Maryland chapter, was chartered in July 1962. The chartering effort was led by Baltimore chapter president Bernice Wellings. The founding member was Lillian Parks Thomas, a socialite and civic leader who later became the first National President of the organization.

The chapter established Continental Societies as a service organization filled with resourceful and committed members. Partnerships with the Martin Luther King Center and the Girl Scout Council emerged with the chapter receiving several honors and city-wide recognitions for impactful programming. The chapter excelled in utilizing all programming components, but special attention was always given to The Arts and Humanities component, as renowned artist, poet and photographer, Gordon Parks, was the brother of Continental Lillian Parks Thomas and uncle of Dorothea Burns and great-uncle of Continentals Laurie and Victoria Burns.

Within Continental Societies, the Twin Cities Chapter consistently produced award winning programs for many years as well as members who served in both regional and national leadership positons. Under the leadership of Continental Dorothea Burns and a team of chapter members, the processes associated with incorporation were completed, and in 1972, Continental Societies became incorporated in the State of Minnesota. The Chapter hosted the 25th National Conclave in 1980. National Officers for that milestone celebration were:

National President………...... Rosa S Stanback National Vice President…………………….. Edna Calhoun National Corresponding Secretary……. Dorothea Burns National Recording Secretary………… Dee Evelyn Matthews National Financial Secretary……………. Mary W Jackson National Treasurer…………………………… Cecelia Burke National Historian……………………………. Doris B Haynes National Chaplain……………………………. Bernice Pree National Sergeant-at-Arms…………….. Dorothy Walker National Parliamentarian…………………. Marian Robinson National Public Relations Officer……… Dr Rheba Otey

The chapter has contributed leaders at the regional level, with members serving the Midwest-Western Region. Continental Burns served as regional director 2001-2005, with the chapter hosting visiting chapters for the regional conference in 1992 and again in 2004. Continental Burns also has the distinction of being a National Hall of Fame honoree and a Lillian Parks Thomas award winner. As the niece of Lillian Parks Thomas, her receipt of this highest award is of paramount importance as she strives to live the commitment to children on a daily basis. Continental Burns is presently active as a Member-at-Large, as the chapter presently has “on leave” status as they work with leadership to recruit likeminded women who will be committed to continuing the rich legacy of service to children in the Hennepin County and throughout the Twin Cities area.

Introductory Note: The History 1953 – 1989 presentation below in italics (pages 1 – 3) is a copy of a history record in Washington, D. C. Chapter files. Following the copy (pages 4 - 6) is a summary of historical facts for years beyond 1989. (Some are continuing services.) +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

WASHINGTON, D. C. CHAPTER CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES, INC. HISTORY: 1953 – 1989

The Continental Societies of Washington, D. C. Incorporated was founded in 1953 for the purpose of improving the socio-economic welfare of disadvantaged children through financial assistance and volunteer services in programs focusing on education, recreation and morale building. The group was organized by Cecelia Burke and Vern Means who convinced twenty-five (25) business and professional women to become the Washington, D.C. Chapter of Continental Society for the Children of the Virgin Islands, Incorporated, having a parent chapter in New York City and an affiliate in Philadelphia. Later, chapters in Newport News, Baltimore and Niagara Falls were organized.

The Continental Society of Washington, D.C. Incorporated worked increasingly to advance the welfare of underprivileged children. Foremost among its projects were assistance to the Children of Junior Village, the D.C. Shelter Home, CARE, the Ionia Whipper Home for Unwed Mothers and the Society for Crippled Children. Funds and support for projects were raised through sponsorship of an annual affair. Members initiated projects, programs and activities while giving of their time and service to make the Continental Society a viable force in the community.

In June, 1962 at the annual conclave, it was deemed necessary to establish a Central Advisory Committee due to the expansion of the Association. Kathryn Higgs, President of the D. C. Chapter, convened the delegation to draw up plans and a proposed Constitution. Consequently, in 1964 the Central Advisory Committee was accepted as the governing body.

For the next ten years, the dedicated Continental women in D.C. remained true to their purpose and added such major projects as Children’s Hospital, Freedmen’s Hospital, Help for Retarded Children and a Scholarship Fund. At the same time, support was also given to the Sickle Cell Anemia Foundation, youth programs of the NAACP and the Urban League. They became sponsors of the Ebony Fashion Fair as a fund-raising event in 1961.

The Continental Society of Washington, D.C. became the “Washington, D.C. Chapter, Continental Societies, Incorporated” when its members joined with twelve other chapters to become a national corporation in 1972. For the Washington, D.C. Chapter, this meant the strengthening and enrichment of its endeavors as a public service organization with national programs designed to improve the quality of life for all children through its deeds. Following the guidelines of Continental Societies’ national “Operation Awareness HEER” (a program originated by Mabs Kemp as National Vice President), the group has sponsored programs for children and youth in the fields on Health, Education, Employment, Recreation plus Arts and Humanities. Prominent among these have been the establishment of a partnership with the Teenage Mothers Center at Dunbar High School and funding of camperships in the area of health.

Focusing on education, Continental members volunteered services for a tutorial program through the D.C. Public School Project Serve. Cooperative programs as “Stars for DISTAR” at the J.C. Nalle School, and ”Discovery and Exploration” at the Harrison Elementary School have been sponsored. One component of the education committee has been scholarships. Three scholarships are presented annually to a Continental Scholar (a four year college scholarship); a Black Student Fund Scholar (in connection with the Black Student Fund, a child attends an independent school); and an International Continental Scholar (in connection with Youth for Understanding, a high school student studies abroad).

Continentals have provided workshops and job counseling sessions for young people, affording hands-on experiences in the field of work and employment.

Handicapped children have been the recipients of our recreational programs through the Special Olympics and working wit children at the Mamie D. Lee and Rose Schools. The Boys and Girls clubs, Foster Children and the Children at the Pitts Shelter Home share in special activities. Funds are given to talented youngsters to further their artistic development in such activities as the Maxi-Arts Gala, Howard University Children’s Theater, Kelsey Collie Players and the Duke Ellington School of Arts

In keeping with Continental tradition, D.C. Continentals support community efforts and assist children and families in immediate need. A Social Rehabilitation Trust Fund is maintained and administered through the volunteer office of the Department of Human Services. The group contributes to Martha’s Table (Children’s Soup Kitchen) and assists needs children through the distribution of shoes, clothing, food and toys. For Continental members, “Kindness is Doing Something Special” for our “Continental KIDDS”.

Nurturing the past, the D.C. Continentals still extend a helping hand to the Easter Seals Society, Howard University Hospital Pediatric Ward, Ionia Whipper Home, Children’s Hospital National Medical Center and the D.C. Association for Retarded Citizens. Reaching out, the Continentals have embraced the Greater Southeast Community Hospital and have joined with United Way in sponsoring Teenage Appreciation Day. Building for the future, they are partners with the Powell and Petworth Elementary, McFarland Junior High and Roosevelt Senior High Schools cluster in a Continental Achievers Program. Honoring their own, in December 1986, a special tribute was paid to D.C. Continentals who have been members for 20 years or more and who have given unstintedly of themselves to enhance the quality of life for children and youth.

Today, the forty-nine members of the Washington, D. C. Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc. are a visible and viable force as they join nationally with thirty-two chapters in the United States and Bermuda in support of such organizations as the United Negro College Fund, the NAACP and the National Council of Negro Women. True to the pledge that has guided them since 1953, D.C. Continentals continue to provide service and assistance to children and youth with special needs in the Washington, D.C. area for they know – “The life worth living Is giving for the good of others.”

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COMMUNITY AFFILIATIONS

Friends of Kennedy Center National Council of Negro Women United Negro College Fund NAACP Life Membership Urban League Life Member

REPRESENTATIVES SERVING ON BOARD OF DIRECTORS

D.C. Association of Retarded Citizens Howard University Hospital Advisory Board Family Life Center Boys & Girls Club Board of Directors Greater Southeast Community Hospital Police Boys & Girls Club Southeast Community House

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ATTACHMENT A from Chapter files has been attached. It is a copy of the actual notes prepared by Continental Doris Haynes of the Washington, D.C. Chapter on the 1956 agreement to meet in a sisterly manner annually in June for a summer meeting or conclave. The 1956 meeting at Colton, Md was the forerunner for future conclaves. The notes also give leadership credit to Continental Kathryn Higgs another Washington, D.C. Chapter member who provided leadership for establishing a Central Advisory Committee accepted as the governing body.

History of Washington, D.C. Chapter Continental Societies, Incorporated Since 1953

5/9/16, WDC history Charter members of the Washington, D. C. Chapter were: Cecelia E. Burke, Elverna L “Verne” Means, Julia Brown, Yvonne Hansborough Bourne, Evangeline Crummie Harris, Doris B. Haynes, Doris Henson, Pauline Lamar, Anna Harris Laney, Ellen Green Lee, Dorothy Elder Matthews, Ruby Peay, Phyllis Quisenbury, Elaine Rush, Marjorie Tracy, Lawon Hinton Underdown, Grace Vatron, Effie Weaver, and Marie Williams. Verne Means became the first president of the D.C. Chapter. Chapter records do not list the life status of any charter member. The Washington, D.C. Chapter of Continental Societies, Incorporated, currently 35 active strong, continues to devote quality time and valuable resources in a spirit of true volunteerism to programs, services and caring to children and teens in Washington, D. C. Many undertakings are continuations of ties established in earlier years. Notable facts of record in the WDC Chapter history: Health  Co-sponsored health Fairs with the YMCA Healthy Kids Day  Organized dental examinations/Colgate van screenings with follow up necessary treatments  Sponsored a Drug Awareness Program with the Department of Justice  Go Red Day Activity

Education  Implemented a tutorial program for grades 5 and 6 at Whittier Elementary School; trained Coolidge High School students to serve as tutors. This was perhaps the first after school student tutorial program in the D.C. Public Schools  Chapter provided special awards twice a year to Garnet-Patterson students who had outstanding academic accomplishments and to students with great improvement. Tutoring and mentoring to promote self awareness and to build self esteem was also provided to this population whose school was scarred as a result of urban renewal and subway projects  Conducted “Planting Seeds,” a daylong workshop series at Howard University. Awareness of selected positive/notable places and persons in the local community and city were introduced. Students met and interviewed prominent leaders in a program component entitled “Living History.” Black History was emphasized through study of

History of Washington, D.C. Chapter Continental Societies, Incorporated Since 1953

the role of the city in the Underground Railroad History; and, the role of Blacks in building Washington, D.C.  Conducted yearly an Essay Contest awarding the winner a scholarship to attend U.S. Space Camp in Florida. The contest was available to elementary school children  Organized a stimulating session for middle school students with a day long experience at the Howard University School of Engineering to explore the “The World of Computer Technology”  Conducted Etiquette Workshops  Conducted an Africa-American Read-in Event for multiple grades.

Employment  Provided career workshops and job counseling sessions for youth with hands-on employment experience; organized application preparation for summer jobs and secured stipends for applicants attending tutorial/training programs. Aspiring young dancers and artists have been offered apprenticeships for the Davis Center Summer Program and in behind-the-scenes tours conducted at TV Studios. Internships in retail establishments, supermarkets and the MCI Center have been arranged to acquaint students with the various facets of the work world  The year 2000 “Tee Off For Success Program” (the innovative golf initiative) focused on achieving long-term involvement with golf and hopefully ultimately produce minority female potential champions competing in professional golf events. The program was discontinued due to cost.  Developed Financial Awareness Workshop.

Recreation/Arts & Humanities  Established a “Continental Dance Company” to promote the development of arts talented children. The dance company is comprised of nine talented dancers who have had extensive training in ballet, pointe, modern, tap and hip-hop.  Conducted Dance Theater Arts Workshops  Engaged youth to participate in “Help the Homeless Walk” annual event  Arranged attendance for Theater/Concert Performances  Scheduled Ice Skating Outings and other recreational activities.

History of Washington, D.C. Chapter Continental Societies, Incorporated Since 1953

Special Initiatives  Developed an Asthma Awareness project. Scholarships were given to Garrison Elementary School students to attend Asthma Camp  Arranged aback to school “Backpack Project”  Created a new innovative program in 2000 and for five years, sponsored an annual Golf Tournament to generate revenue to support chapter scholarship program. Ten young ladies attending D.C. Schools participated in the “Tee Off For Success” Program. The female teens were involved in the WDC Chapter annual golf tournament with coaching designed especially for them. This was followed by a yearlong program of events utilizing golf as a strategy to generate activities at school tailored to enhance select academic studies. The golf trainee initiative was conducted with outside funding with profits donated to the scholarship budget.

Funds  Currently, funding for projects is supported by proceeds from a Chapter’s signature Fashion Show/Jazz Luncheon established in 2009 and through concerts, trips and dinner/dance events such as the fall Jubilee Dinner Dance. WDC Chapter became a sponsor of the Ebony Fashion Fair as a fundraising event in 1961. This event served as the major fundraiser until 2007 (46 years)  Continues the Annual Scholarship Program for high school graduates. WDC Chapter has granted over $750,000 in scholarships since 1953  Provided funds to National initiatives such as the Katrina Victims Fund and others  Contributes at Conclave to the PNPAC initiative “Shoes, Socks & Plus for the Journey.”

HEER and Special Initiatives focus on: enhancing/increasing skill levels related to the specific activity objective. Encourages team building, enriching relationships; and, valuing/respecting individual rights. Resulting outcomes have been the emergence of student leaders, improved social skills, increased personal pride, elevated involvement in schoolwork/activities, improved peer interactions; and, increased appreciation for community service. Chapter activities are conducted in partnership with local schools in the District of Columbia, YMCA, DC Parks & Recreation, National Council of Negro Women, Colgate Corporation (Bright Smiles, Bright Futures Project), DTM Corporation and other corporate sponsors who engage in and commit to specific program activities.

History of Washington, D.C. Chapter Continental Societies, Incorporated Since 1953

For allegiance and nurturing of the past, the D.C. Continentals extends a helping hand to past partners as well.

Several individual members of the Washington Chapter have earned special recognition for the organization in various ways. Three members, Mabs H. Kemp, Edna Calhoun and Edna Lee Moffitt have been elected to the office of National President. Four members have earned the highly coveted Lillian Parks Thomas Award. Four members have been installed in the national organization’s “Hall of Fame.” A list of national offices held by Chapter members appears on Attachment #B - Special Recognition. The Washington, D.C. Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc. continues to support several organizations: the United Negro College Fund, the NAACP, the Urban League, and the National Council of Negro Women (our charter member organization.) True to the mission that has guided the Chapter since 1953, D.C. Continentals continue to provide service and assistance to disadvantaged children and teens in the Washington, D.C. area.

Attachment #B – Special Recognition Chapter members who have served or serving as National officers

Mabs H. Kemp, President, Vice President Edna M Calhoun, President Cecelia E. Burke, Treasurer Doris B. Haynes, Historian Edna Lee Moffitt, President, Parliamentarian Ethel Lee Reid Walker, Financial Secretary Norma J. Stewart, Historian Patricia Morris, Parliamentarian Ethel B. Lawhon, Parliamentarian Barbara D. Morgan, Second Vice President Viola H. McIver, Corresponding Secretary Margo Briggs, Economic Development Co-Chair, Treasurer Lillette Green-Campbell, Scholarship Committee Chair Essie G. Page, Economic Development Co-Chair, Meetings Chair, Historian

Chapter members who have served or serving as Regional Officers

Mabs H. Kemp, Regional Director Carvella Beavers, Treasurer Barbara Murray, Financial Secretary Venida Hamilton, Regional Director Mary Grant, Second Vice Regional director Lillette Green-Campbell, Corresponding secretary

Lillian Parks Thomas Awardees

Mabs H. Kemp Edna M. Calhoun Doris B. Haynes Ethel Lee Reid Walker

Hall of Fame Awards

Norma J. Stewart Marnette Jackson Carvella Beavers

Barbara Morgan

Rededication Service – Mabs H. Kemp, 1973 Memorial Hymn – Doris B. Haynes National Officers Installation Ceremony – Doris B. Haynes

Host for Annual National Conclave 1956 (first Conclave) 1991 (Conclave 36) 1967 (Conclave 12) 2011 (Conclave 55) 1979 (Conclave 24)

HEER Awards: 1986, 1988, 1996, 2007, 2010, 2011

Certificates: Red Dress Initiative; National Colgate Project; Membership Recognition

Current Members List

Edna Lee Moffitt, National President, Continental Societies, Inc.

Margo H. Briggs – President, Washington, D. C. Chapter Venida Y. Hamilton – Immediate Past President Lillette Green-Campbell, First Vice President V. Anne Shepherd –Second Vice President Catherine A. Husbands - Recording Secretary Phyllis Yates-Manigault - Financial Secretary Joyce Pascal-Kilgore -Treasurer Pamela Bell Payton - Sergeant-at-Arms Ethel B. Lawhon - Chaplain Aurelia Martin – Historian Essie Page – Parliamentarian, National Historian

Joanne E. Boxley-May Denise Mitchell *P. Carvella Beavers Anne P. Chapman Jeannette Mobley *Marjorie J. Stewart Eunice M. Cherry Vanessa Akins Mosley *Norma Jenkins Stewart Keisha Clark Josephine Moss-Nelson *Eloise C. Turner Farita Davis Lavdena Orr, Md *Gloria Johnson Beatrice Davis-Williams Elizabeth Reynolds-Thomas *Barbara D. Morgan Mary Q. Grant, Ed.D Ethel Lee Reid-Walker Sherry Felix Yvette Riddick Janette Hoston Harris, Ph.D Lisa Rosser Fox

Espanola Hughes Denise Shelton Janyce Jefferson Sandra Wallace Melanie Johnson Xzaquoinett Y. Warrick Valerie Kilby Annette Wilson Paula S. F. Marshall *Emeritus Members

Unique Community Service Projects Since 1953 “KIDSS” Kindness Is Doing Something Special

1. “Book It” Project ) 2. “Nutcracker Ballet Workshop” - Tea and ballet interactive activity (grads 2 & 3 3. The Black Student Fund Scholarship Assistance; International Scholar Youth for Understanding Program 4. Collaborative activities with: Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Washington; Camp Ernest Brown Family Life Center Elite Gymnastics Team Teen Mothers program Grandma’s House DIVA Foundation United Way – Teenage Appreciation Day United Negro College Fund Children’s Defense Fund Martha’s Table Boy Scouts of America Camp Easter Seal Campaign 5. Children’s Hospital National Medical Center, funded $11,500; Award received in the name of the Washington D.C. Chapter, Continental Societies, Inc. 6. Continental Achievers Program and Continental special events conducted at: Petworth Elementary School, Powell Elementary School, MacFarland Junior High School, Roosevelt Senior High School, Douglas Junior High, Duke Ellington School of Arts, Rose School (assisted creation of computer lab, incentive awards and recreation activities for special needs students), Garrison School Photo Safari; added current adopted schools Bridges Academy and Langdon Elementary Public School. 7. Continental Community Emergency Fund created 8. D.C. Association for Retarded Citizens  Assisted with programs and projects for Retarded Citizens Assoc  Assisted funding the construction of a Learning Center at the new building 9. D.C. Public School Shoe Fund established 10. Colgate Dental Van dental screening project, served approximately 3,000 D.C. Public Schools children

11. Field Trips  Took elementary school children to the Martin Luther King Memorial, the Museum of African American History and other renown sites  Escorted students to the White House Easter Egg Roll (During the Barack Obama Administration) 12. Freedmen’s Hospital Pediatric Ward, various support 13. Greater South East Community Hospital Wheelchair Program 14. Hospital for Sick Children - Painting and artwork provided for the Children’s Ward 15. Howard University Chapter initiatives: Cancer Research Center, Children’s Theater, Border Babies Project, Student Revolving Fund 16. Institute for Independent Education, Inc. activity 17. Intergenerational Program 18. Ionia Whipper Home, Inc. - furnished and supplied a nursery; provided ongoing supportive services 19. Junior Village Life Skill’s Center  Adopted and furnished a cottage  Constructed outdoor Amphitheater and Water Fountain; offered recreation and educational activities 20. Mamie D. Lee School  Special Olympics  Computer Lab 21. D.C. Congress of Parent Teacher Association Maxi Arts Gala 22. Pitts Shelter Home Project 23. Reading is Fundamental activity 24. Teen Mother’s Program at Dunbar High School 25. Volunteer, D.C. Department of Human Services, Youth Services Division 26. White House Conference on Children (1971), Mabs Kemp leadership 27. White House Tea with Mrs. Richard Nixon for sponsored children 28. College Connection Program 29. Awards and tutorial programs for children, teens and scholarship recipients are a standard throughout the history of the Washington, D. C. Chapter

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HISTORY OF THE WICHITA CHAPTER CONTIENNTAL SOCIETIES, INCORPORATED

On September 19, 2010, the 44th Chapter of Continental Societies, Incorporated was chartered in Wichita, Kansas. Fifteen women were installed in a beautiful ceremony held at Wichita’s Newman University. A celebratory luncheon followed in the Alumni Center, attended by city officials, family and friends. The charter members of the Wichita Area Chapter: Yolanda Anderson, Eleanor Daniels, Michelle Edwards, Junetta Everett, Kathleen McIntosh, Taunny Mahoney, Kim Miller, Tyler Miller, Myrtle J. Richardson, Monica Ricco, Rochelle Richardson, Myesha Robertson, Sondra Thomas-Luke, JoAnn Rogers and Lizbeth Zirkle.

The chartering ceremony was attended by National President, W. Chris Stewart, National 1st Vice President, Florence Blount; and National 2nd Vice President, Blanch Campbell. National Financial Secretary Anne Barnett was in attendance as well, performing a dual role as the Chicago Chapter served as sponsoring chapter for this new group. Other Continental Sisters present for this special ceremony were Jean Newkirk, Regional Director, Constance Seymore, Olia Lantz and Judith Archer from the Chicago Chapter, Regina Deadrick from the Houston Metropolitan Chapter, Louise W. Davis, Judith Nix, Hortense Ransom, Rita White, Daisy McLaurin, Linda Singleton and Vera Moore from the Dallas Chapter.

Since chartering, the chapter has installed a total of five new members: Leah George and Brenda Chairs (installed in 2013) and State Senator Oletha Faust Godeau, Tawana Bruce and Wichita City Councilwoman LaVonta Williams in 2014. Serving as chapter president, since chartering, is Continental Myrtle Jean Richardson. Also, the chapter hosted the Midwest-Western Regional Meeting in 2013 at the Hyatt Regency-Wichita. This was a great event, and much was learned and shared!

Over the past five years, the chapter has proudly served more than 7,500 children in our community. We have developed unique programs and partnered with schools, agencies, community event planners, etc., to create experiences for children that align with the HEER + Arts & Humanities structure. We have partnered with Kansas Mission of Mercy, serving more than 850 children as they received complimentary dental care from various dental professionals as well as distributed oral health kits (from Colgate Palmolive’s Bright Smiles-Bright Futures program) for several years. Other significant partnerships have been with Gordon Parks Elementary School, the Kansas State fair, KID Fest, Jardine Middle School, Delta Dental, Wichita State University’s High School Band Day, Holy Savior Catholic Church and School and the Derby Community Festival. Additionally, we have been fortunate to be chosen to staff vendor booths at McConnell Air Force Base’ Family Day, as a fundraising effort. Our Annual Art & Soul fundraising project provides an opportunity for supporters to enjoy an afternoon of fun, while supporting student artists. We are very proud of the efforts we, as a small and newer chapter, have made and of all our achievements. Within CSI, we have been recognized for Health and Recreation programs and it has been noted that our “in-kind” dollars for the first four years of our existence has been appropriately documented at well over $1,000,000!

We love Continental Societies, and look forward to chapter growth and continued service to children.

Wilmington, NC Chapter History

Chapter name-Wilmington, NC

Dated Chartered-December 7, 1994

Wilmington, NC Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc. was officially installed on December 7, 1994, by National President Dee Evelyn Mathews. Goldsboro, NC Chapter was the sponsoring chapter.

The charter members were Lillian Quick Smith (President), Mary W. Lockhart (Vice President), Barbara Jones (Treasurer), Angela Nelson (Recording Secretary), Margaret S. Best (Parliamentarian), Cornelia Campbell, Gwendolyn F. McKoy, Mildred McLean, Mary Quick Moore, Carolyn Nelson and Hattie W. Schmidt.

Through our national mandated focus-the Five Point Programmatic Thrust-“Operation Awareness: HEER-Health, Education, Employment and Recreation, as well as Arts and Humanities” we strive to adhere to the humanitarian precept of sharing with those in need. To this day we have continued our focus on volunteering our time to assisting at risk youth in our community through outreach programs which focus on mentoring, scholarships, queen pageants, tutoring and more.

The membership in 2001 consisted of the following: Beverly B. Jones, President; Mary W. Lockhart, Vice President; L. Danyce Dicks, Recording Secretary; Remel Holmes, Corresponding Secretary; Glorious Leaven, Financial Secretary; Magdalene D. Johnson, Treasurer; Edna Perrymon, Chaplain; Hattie W. Schmidt, Sgt-at-Arms; Lillian Quick Smith, Founder; LaTeda Bryant, Vernetta Corbett, Cornelia H. Campbell, Wanda B. Costin, Barbara E. Davis, Veverly Lofton, Mary Quick Moore, Carolyn P. Nelson, Mary C. Nixon, Dollie Pollock, Larneice Spencer, Julia Bibbs, Jennie Shepard, Gloria Bradford, Sharon Toomer, Betty Rhodes, and Vivian Wilson.

The membership as of 2014 consist of the following: Vernetta Corbett, President; Betty Rhodes, 1st Vice President; A.Rawiya Nash, 2nd Vice President; Carolyn P. Nelson, Recording Secretary; Betty Marks, Corresponding Secretary; Magdalene Johnson, Financial Secretary; Dollie Pollock, Treasurer; Larneice Spencer, Public Relations; Edna Perrymon, Chaplain.

Current regional membership- Vernetta Corbett, President; Betty Rhodes, 1st Vice President; A.Rawiya Nash, Carolyn P. Nelson, Corresponding Secretary; Jacalyn Rhodes, Recording

1 Secretary; Magdalene Johnson, Financial Secretary; Dollie Pollock, Treasurer; Larneice Spencer, Historian; Karen Cherry, Public Relations; Angelia Rhodes, Sergeant at Arms; LaVora Washington, Parliamentarian; and Edna Perrymon, Chaplain.

Current President-Vernetta C. Corbett

Past President-Betty S. Rhodes, Dollie Pollock, Beverly Jones, Mary Lockhart, Lillian Quick Smith

Living Chapter Organizer-Lillian Quick Smith

Local programs included:

The Wilmington Chapter of Continental Societies, Inc., in accordance to the national program, created committies to search around the community and decide where and who had the greatest needs.

Members made calls and visits to many places and decided to share our hearts with the Salvation Army Homeless Shelter, the Social Services Department and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center afternoon program.

Greenfield Village Development Center

Boys and Girls Club and Brigade Boys and Girls Club

Bolton Youth Center-Red Ribbon Week

Education programs, Literacy programs and Recreation programs

Martin Luther King Jr. Center-African American History and recreation programs

Ogden Ice Skating Rink-Recreation programs, exposing the children to the world of ice skating.

Cardinal Lanes Bowling Alley-children enjoy bowling activities.

Health programs sponsored by New Hanover Regional Medical, New Hanover County Schools and Access III of Lower Cape Fear, Inc.

Employment-Ivory’s Accessible Transport Services, Inc. and retired members of the community.

Education-New Hanover Sheriff Department Criminal Conspiracy Unit.

Bellamy Elementary School-Etiquettee classes

Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church afterschool program-Childhood Obesity workshops, African American Reading

2 East Arcadia Elementary School-Go Green Project, planting trees and plants around the school grounds.

October Fest-Game night and dance.

Health and Obesity Camps, Clean body/healthy Body. Asthma, Childhood Obesity and Oral Health- Sister Yvonne Johnson, RN and Sister Rebecca

Education programs on Bullying and Beatitudes, Gangs and Bullies. Just Say No to Drugs.

Education-Red Ribbon Week-Just Say No To Drugs-Continentals Betty Rhodes, Angelia Rhodes and Karen Cherry

Arts and Humanities-Etiquette Class-Continental Betty Rhodes, Angelia Rhodes and Karen Cherry

Annual Christmas Play-Continental Betty Rhodes and Continental A. Rawiya Nash

Employment-Training for Careers, Being your own Boss and Career Awareness

Recreation-Celebrating Mother’s Day, Fitness workshops, Let’s Stay healthy, Cruise on the Cape Fear Riverboat and Earth Day.

Recreation-Breakfast with Santa-Independence Mall and Cape Fear Museum-Continental Betty Rhodes and Continental Angelia Rhodes

Literacy-African American Read-In programs.

Milestone-Wilmington Chapter celebrated their 15th Anniversary on May 15, 2010 with an Awards and Recognition program at St.Stephen AME Church, Wilmington, NC

Awards

2008

Regional- Award for submitting all HEER programs, African American Read-In, Membership

2009

National -Membership Award, 3rd Place Education HEER

Regional- Award for submitting all HEER programs, African American Read-In, Membership

CEEA-Sister Vernetta C. Corbett

2010

National -Membership Award

3 Regional- CAT Award, Award for submitting all HEER programs, African American Read-In, Membership

2nd Place-Regional Scholarship Award-Ms. Jada Keith

CEEA-Sister Vernetta C. Corbett

2011

National -Membership Award

Regional- CAT Award, Award for submitting all HEER programs, African American Read-In, Membership

2012

Regional- CAT Award, Award for submitting all HEER programs, African American Read-In, Membership

MAR Volunteer of the Year Award-Sister Yvonne Johnson

2013

National-1st Place Umbrella, Membership Award

Regional-Award for submitting all HEER programs, African American Read-In, Membership

CEEA-Sister Betty Rhodes and Sister Rawiya Nash

Runner UP-Comatha B. Johnson Outstanding Member and Leadership Award-Sister Vernetta C. Corbett

2014

National-2nd Place HEER Awards-Arts and Humanities

2015

Membership Retention Certificate

Sisterhood fellowship

Church Services:

2008 Ebenezer Missionary Baptist Church

2009-2011 St. Stephens Church

2013 Providence Baptist Church Greensboro

4 2014 Rosa Green MBC-Hat Program

2015 Mount Pleasant Church

Annual Christmas Dinner at a nice restaurant or Continental Edna Perrymon’s house

Celebrate chapter members birthdays monthly

Wilmington Chapter History Update

2014-2016

Local

2015-Women of Distinction Award-Sister Edna Perrymon

2016-Women of Distinction Award-Sister Carolyn Nelson

Regional

2014-15 President of the Year-Vernetta C. Corbett

2014-15 Volunteer of the Year-Angelia G. Rhodes

2014-15 AARI Certificate-Met the Challenge of Reading to 400+

Membership Retention Certificate

20th Year Anniversary Award

2014-2015-Service To Youth (STY) Award-(2,335) Category 1(less than 21 members)

2014-15 Maquina S. Spencer HEER plus Arts and Humanities Award-Middle School- Wilmington NC Chapter

2014-2015 Scholarship Winner-3rd Place-Sydneigh Beatty-Wilmington NC Chapter

2014-2015-CEEA Award-Continental Betty Rhodes and Continental Guy Henry Rhodes

2015-16 Comatha B. Johnson Outstanding Member and Leadership Award-Vernetta C. Corbett

2015-2016- GERTRUDE BROWN LOGAN AND EDNA BROWN PRUNTY-CAMP AWARD

2013-2016 CAT Award

5 # of Chapters List of Chapters Per Region Per Region

Eastern Region

1 Ann Arundel County 2 Baltimore 3 Bermuda 4 Columbia 5 Delaware Area 6 Metropolitan Philadelphia Area 7 New York 8 North Jersey Shore 9 Philadelphia 10 Prince George's County 11 South Jersey 12 Southeastern Howard/Laurel 13 Washington, DC Mid-Atlantic Region

1 Charleston 2 Durham 3 Goldsboro 4 Mathews 5 New Bern 6 Newport News-Hampton 7 Norfolk-Virginia Beach 8 Northern Virginia 9 Richmond 10 Roanoke 11 Tri-Cities 12 Wilmington Midwest-Western Region

1 Chicago 2 Dallas 3 Houston Metropolitan 4 Little Rock 5 Oklahoma City 6 Saint Louis 7 Wichita Area Southeastern Region

1 Atlanta 2 Birmingham 3 Greater Miami 4 Jacksonville 5 La Grange 6 Montgomery 7 Newnan 8 North Dade/Broward County 9 Solivita Polk County 10 Tuskegee 42 Grand Total

MID-ATLANTIC REGION REGIONAL HISTORY I. Introduction

On this the Thirtieth Anniversary of the Mid-Atlantic Region of Continental Societies, Inc., time reveals the story. Over the past thirty years a great deal of change has taken place in our history. We have made every effort to improve and uphold our mission by serving children and youth in our respective communities. Many have benefited from our efforts, yet there is so much more we must do. A considerable amount of time has been spent researching and reviewing data to bring the reader up to date with respect to our historical accomplishments and success. Take some time to read this document which will afford you the opportunity to know where we came from. Since its inception under the leadership of eleven Regional Directors the Region has been moving forward, leading lifting and loving our children, our commitment, our concern and yet committed to Honor Our Past, Embrace our Present and Envision our Future. Let the journey of service continue…….

The historical sense involves a perception, not only of the pastness of the past, but of its presence. T. S. Elliott

Love what you believe in and believe in what you love.

Comatha B. Johnson Mid-Atlantic Region CSI Historian February 12, 2014

II. Continental Societies, Incorporated

Continental Societies, Inc., a nonprofit international service organization dedicated to the socioeconomic and cultural welfare of underprivileged children and youth, was founded in June 1956 and incorporated nationally in 1972. Continental Societies, Inc. embraces 46 Chapters in 21 states in the Continental USA, District of Columbia, and Bermuda and is continuing to grow.

Through our Five Point Programmatic Thrust, Health, Education, Employment and Recreation (HEER) plus the Arts and Humanities, Continental Women internationally strive to adhere to the humanitarian precept of sharing with those in need.

Nationally, regionally, and locally, Continentals have created innovative activities while they volunteer their time through outreach programs in youth centers, schools, pediatric wards, homes for the delinquent, mentally retarded and emotionally challenged youth. Continentals volunteer innovatively through tutoring and mentoring. All programs and projects are financed by member donations, annual benefits, grants and corporate donations. III. Mid-Atlantic Region, CSI History

In June 1973 Continental Mabs Kemp, Chairperson of the National Program Committee presented a report to the Board of Directors that spoke to long range planning and regional zoning. The idea of Regions was part of a long range planning plan implemented under the leadership of past National President, Rosa Stanback.

The Mid-Atlantic Region was included in the initial construction of Regions on a trial basis. Formal construction of Regions was later addressed in the Continental Societies, Incorporated Constitution and By-Laws.

The Mid-Atlantic Region currently includes the states of North Carolina, South Carolina and Virginia. At its peak in 2006 the membership of the Region consisted of 252.

Regional Directors

1980 - 1981 Dorothy Gassaway 1981 - 1982 Dr. Annie Richardson 1982 - 1985 Dr. Lois Harrison-Jones Fears 1985 - 1989 Mabs Kemp 1989 - 1993 Dr. Delores R. Greene 1994 - 1997 Dr. Addessa Lewis White 1997 - 1999 Sadye White 1999 - 2004 Dr. Florence Blount-Davis 2004 - 2005 Dr. Nancy Wilson 2005 - 2011 Comatha B. Johnson 2011 - 2015 Nkechi George-Winkler 2015 - Present Jean Roach

The first four Mid-Atlantic Regional Directors were appointed by the National Presidents. Dorothy Gassaway was the first Regional Director and Dr. Annie Richardson was the second Regional Director. Dr. Lois Harrison-Jones Fears was the third Regional Director and convened the first Mid-Atlantic Regional Conference March 17, 1984 in Richmond Va. The conference theme was: Forward Into Action. Eight of the nine chapters in the region registered and seven chapters had representation. Fifty one (51) Continentals attended the conference. Dr. Jones appointed a committee to construct guidelines for the operation of the Mid-Atlantic Region. The second Regional Conference was held March 15-27, 1985 hosted by the Columbus, Ohio chapter. Dr Lois Harrison-Jones Fears presided at the conference. The theme was: Issues and Action. Dr. Jones did not complete her term because she was elected to the office of National President in June 1985. She appointed Mabs Kemp Mid-Atlantic Regional Director. Mabs Kemp was the recipient of the Lillian Parks Thomas Award in 1985 the organization’s highest honor a member can receive. A mini conference was held in 1986 at the Board meeting in Washington, D.C. The theme was:” Neither Child nor Adult-Yet a Parent.” The third Regional Conference was held March 20-22, 1987, hosted by the Durham, NC Chapter. Regional Director Mabs Kemp presided at the conference. The informal theme of the conference was: “The Four R’s of a New Beginning: Re-Think, Re-Group, Re-Commit and Re-Act”. The fourth Regional Conference was held March 11-12, 1988, hosted by the Newport News-Hampton, Va. Chapter. Regional Director Mabs Kemp presided. The theme was: “Growth Is Change: Change is progress Continentals Coping “Regional. Director Kemp introduced the Regional Achievement Trophy, the Region’s highest award. The Goldsboro, NC Chapter was presented the award. The fifth Regional Conference was held March 10-12, 1989, hosted by the Goldsboro, NC Chapter with Regional Director Mabs Kemp presiding. The theme was: “Unity: An Essential Factor Towards Growth, Achievement Progress.”The first election for the Regional Director was held. Regional Director Kemp established the Presidents’ Commission on Unity (PCOU) composed of chapter Presidents. The Awards committee Chairperson, Norma Stewart presented the MARAT award to the chapter that had best adhered to the Regional policies, procedures, and programs. The Goldsboro, NC Chapter won the award. Mabs Kemp died in 1990 leaving the Mid-Atlantic Region without a leader again. The sixth Regional Conference was held March 9-11, 1990, hosted by the Roanoke, VA Chapter. Dr. Delores R. Greene was elected Interim Mid-Atlantic Regional Director. The theme was: “Unity-Maintaining Our Heritage-Striving for Excellence in the 1990’s.” The seventh Regional Conference was held March 8-10, 1991, hosted by the Norfolk-Virginia Beach, VA Chapter. Dr. Delores R. Greene presided over the conference. The theme was: “Love Thyself, Step Forward With Pride.” The Mid-Atlantic Region Newsletter was established and Rose Vann was publisher. Regional Officers for the 1991-1993 term were elected and installed. The eight Regional Conference was held March13-15, 1992, hosted by the Raleigh, NC Chapter. Dr. Delores Greene presided over the conference. The theme was: “Continentals in Action: Maximizing Effectiveness Through Unified and Creative Planning.” The ninth Regional Conference was held March 12-14, 1993, hosted by the Mathews, VA Chapter. Dr. Delores Greene presided over the conference. Eloise Larkin of the Goldsboro, NC Chapter was voted by the Region to the National Hall of Fame. Regional officers for the 1993-1995 term were elected and installed. The tenth Regional Conference was held March11-13, 1994, hosted by the New Bern, NC Chapter. Dr. Addessa Lewis White presided over the conference. The Mabs Kemp Essay contest was introduced. The essay contest was in commemoration of Mabs Kemp, past National President and past Mid-Atlantic Regional Director. The chapters presented displays which revealed how they implemented their HEER +1 programs. The eleventh Regional Conference was held March 9-12, 1995 hosted by the Norfolk-Virginia Beach, VA Chapter. Dr. Addessa Lewis White presided over the conference. The first Queen’s contest was presented at the conference and Helen Wallace of the Richmond Chapter was crowned Continental Queen. Regional Officers for the 1995-1997 term were installed by Regional Director Addessa White. The twelfth Regional conference was held March 8-10, 1996 hosted by the Charleston, SC Chapter. Dr. Addessa White presided over the conference. The theme was: “Bridging the Gap Through Commitment to Children and Youth with Special Needs.” The first Mid-Atlantic Region Scholarship named for Continental Florence Prunty of the Roanoke, Va. Chapter was introduced. The Norfolk-Virginia Beach, VA Chapter was the recipient of the first Florence Prunty Scholarship. The thirteenth Regional Conference was held March 14-16, 1997, hosted by the Roanoke, VA Chapter. Dr. Addessa White presided. Regional Officers for the 1997-1999 were installed. The fourteenth Regional Conference was held March 13-14, 1998, hosted by the Northern VA Chapter. Regional Director Sadye White presided. The theme was: “Continentals Developing Strategies to Prepare Our Youth for the New Millennium.” Rose Vann of the Newport News-Hampton, Va. chapter was the recipient of the Lillian Parks Thomas Award. The fifteenth Regional Conference was held March 14-15 1999, hosted by the Columbus, Ohio Chapter. Regional Director Sadye White presided. Marcialene Slate of the Columbus, Ohio chapter was chosen as the representative for the Mid-Atlantic to the National Hall of Fame. The Regional officers for the 1999-2001 term were installed. The sixteenth Regional conference was held March 10- 11, 2000, hosted by the Wilmington, NC Chapter. Regional Director Florence Blount presided over the conference. The theme was:” Where Do We Go From Here.” The first National Scholarship winner form the Mid-Atlantic Region was Miss Mary Richardson sponsored by the Norfolk-Virginia Beach, Va. chapter. The Mid-Atlantic Region membership was 238. The seventeenth Regional conference was held March 9-10, 2001, hosted by the Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter. Regional Director Florence Blount presided. Chapters increased HEER +1 programs for children. The first Chapter Anniversary plaques were presented by Regional Director Florence Blount to Goldsboro, NC (40 years) and Richmond, VA and Norfolk-Virginia Beach, VA. (25 years). Maggie Oliver of the Newport News- Hampton, VA Chapter was the Mid-Atlantic Region’s nominee for the National Hall of Fame. Regional Officers for the 2001-2003 were installed by National President Kathleen Williams. The eighteenth Regional Conference was held March 9-10, 2002, hosted by the New Bern, NC Chapter. Regional Director Florence Blount presided. All twelve chapters were represented at the conference. The nineteenth Regional Conference was held March 7-8-2003, hosted by the Norfolk-Virginia Beach, VA Chapter. Regional Director Florence Blount presided over the conference. Florence Blount of the Newport News-Hampton chapter was selected National Hall of Fame inductee for the Mid-Atlantic Region. Due to errors in the process the Executive Board voted to conduct another election for Regional Officers. The installation ceremony for the newly elected officers will be installed at the Conclave. National President Earlene P. Dotson installed the Regional Officers at the June 2003 Conclave in Montgomery, Alabama. The twentieth Regional conference was held March 12-13, 2004, hosted by the Durham, NC Chapter. Dr. Nancy Wilson, Regional Director presided over the conference. The first Mid- Atlantic Regional Scholarship winner was Donald Mullen, Jr. sponsored by the Newport News-Hampton, Va. Chapter. The amount of the scholarship was $500.00. The first Florence Blount Leadership award was presented to Comatha B. Johnson of the Goldsboro, NC chapter. Dr. Wilson introduced a new concept of securing judges that were not affiliated with the organization to judge some of our Regional awards. The twenty first Regional Conference was held March 11-12, 2005, hosted by the Goldsboro, NC Chapter. Dr. Nancy Wilson presided over the conference. The Region voted to sponsor and support Camp Apple Ridge Farm in Roanoke, VA. The Camp is open to needy youth and the chapters in the Mid- Atlantic Region will have the opportunity send youth from their communities to participate in the varied activities annually. The Region presented Mr. Peter Lewis, President with a check for $2,000.00 in support of the camp. The first Gertrude B. Logan and Edna B. Prunty Outstanding Camp Award was presented to the Charleston, SC Chapter. The first Marquina Spencer HEER + Arts and Humanities Outstanding Chapter Award was also presented to the Charleston, SC Chapter. Helen Wallace of the Richmond, Va. chapter was selected National Hall of Fame inductee for the Mid-Atlantic Region. Gwendolyn Johnson of the Norfolk-Virginia Beach, Va. Chapter was the recipient of the Florence Blount Leadership Award. Regional officers for the 2005-2007 term were installed by the conference guest speaker Dr. Margaret Brewington Douglas assisted by Dr. Nancy Wilson, Regional Director. Helen Wallace of the Richmond, VA Chapter was the Hall of Fame Nominee for the Mid-Atlantic Region. Comatha B. Johnson was appointed Interim Regional Director by National President E. Tonya Greenwood December 15, 2005 after the former Regional Director resigned. The twenty second Regional conference was held March 10-11, 2006, hosted by the Roanoke, Va. Chapter. Interim Regional Director, Comatha B. Johnson presided over the conference. Chapter Anniversary awards were presented for the years 2004, 2005 and 2006. The Gertrude B. Logan and Edna B. Prunty Outstanding Camp Award was presented to the Norfolk-Virginia Beach, VA Chapter and the Marquina S. Spencer HEER+ARTS and HUMANITIES Outstanding Chapter Award was presented to the Goldsboro, NC Chapter. The Florence Blount Leadership award was presented to Jean Roach of the Newport News- Hampton Va. Chapter. The Region supported Camp Apple Ridge with a $1,000.00 monetary contribution. The twenty-third Regional Conference was held March9-10, 2007 in Newport News- Hampton, Va. hosted by the Mathews, VA Chapter. Regional Director Comatha B. Johnson presided over the conference. The ME concept (Mentor and Educate) for the Chapters and Region was introduced by Regional Director Comatha B. Johnson. The Outstanding Member Award was introduced by Regional Director Johnson and the recipients were Florence Blount and Jean Roach of the Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter and Donna Lee of the Roanoke, VA Chapter. The first Regional Handbook was developed and distributed November 5, 2007. The Gertrude B. Logan and Edna B. Prunty Outstanding Camp Award was presented to Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter and the Marquina S. Spencer HEER+ARTS and HUMANITIES Outstanding Chapter Award was presented to the Richmond, VA Chapter. The Florence Blount Leadership Award was presented to Rose Vann of the Newport News- Hampton, VA Chapter. Comatha B. Johnson of the Goldsboro, NC chapter was selected National Hall of Fame inductee for the Mid-Atlantic Region. Regional Officers for the 2007-2009 term were installed by First Vice National President, W. Chris Stewart. The Region continued supporting Camp Apple Ridge with a $1000.00 monetary contribution. The twenty fourth Regional conference was held March 8-9, 2008, hosted by the Charleston, SC Chapter. Regional Director Comatha B. Johnson presided over the conference. Regional Director Johnson introduced the new Service To Youth Award (STY) for Chapters. The Regional Director introduced the Regional Theme: Leading, Lifting and Loving Children. Regional Director Johnson also implemented the Continental Extra Effort Award (CEEA) for members. The recipients were Geradette Furlow and Dollie Gerald of the Goldsboro, NC Chapter, Gwendolyn Johnson and Janice Johnson of the Norfolk-Virginia Beach, A Chapter, Gail Anderson of the New Bern, NC Chapter, Donna Lee of the Roanoke, VA Chapter, and Vernetta Corbett of the Wilmington, NC Chapter. The Outstanding Member Awards were presented to Jean Roach of the Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter and Nkechi George-Winkler of the Richmond, VA Chapter. The Florence Blount Leadership award was presented to Virginia Kelley of the Mathews, VA Chapter. The Gertrude B. Logan and the Edna B. Prunty Outstanding Camp Award was presented to the Goldsboro, NC Chapter and the Marquina S. Spencer HEER + ARTS and HUMANITIES Outstanding Chapter Award was presented to the Richmond, VA Chapter. The Region supported Camp Apple Ridge with a $1,000.00 monetary contribution. A special celebration recognizing the twenty-fifth Anniversary of the Mid-Atlantic Region was hosted by the Richmond, VA Chapter March 13-14, 2009 in Richmond, VA. Regional Director Comatha B. Johnson presided over the conference. The new Tri-Cities, VA Chapter was installed with National President W. Chris Stewart and other national officers in attendance. Regional Director Comatha B. Johnson introduced the Sisterhood Legacy Award which is the highest honor in the region that can be bestowed upon a member. This award will be implemented at the Regional Meeting in 2010. The Continental Extra Effort Award (CEEA) recipients were Florence Blount, Newport News- Hampton, VA Chapter, Marrian Corrin, Roanoke, VA Chapter, Shelia Henderson, New Bern, NC Chapter, Janice Johnson, Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA Chapter and Forsythia Powell, Durham, NC Chapter. The Outstanding Member Awards were presented to Jean Roach of Newport News-Hampton, VA and Nkechi George-Winkler-Richmond, VA Chapter. The Florence Blount Leadership Award was presented to Dr. Janice Johnson of the Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA Chapter. The Marquina Spencer HEER+ Arts and Humanities Outstanding Chapter Award was presented Newport-News Hampton, VA Chapter and the Gertrude B. Logan and Edna B. Prunty Outstanding Camp Award was presented to Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA Chapter. The Region continued their support for Camp Apple Ridge with a $1,000.00 monetary contribution. The Richmond, VA Chapter hosted a Black and Silver Banquet to honor the former and current leaders and supporters. Regional Directors honored for their vision, service and leadership were Dr. Florence Blount-Davis, Dr. Addessa L. Cooke, Dr. Lois Harrison-Jones Fears, Dr. Delores Greene, Comatha B. Johnson, Sadye White and Dr. Nancy Wilson. Congressman Robert ” Bobby” Scott and National President W. Chris Stewart were recognized for their support of the Mid- Atlantic Region. The Newly elected Mid-Atlantic Region Officers for the 2009-2011 term were installed by National President W. Chris Stewart. The twenty-six Regional Meeting was held March 12-13, 2010 and hosted by the Northern, VA Chapter. Regional Director Comatha B. Johnson presided over the conference. The first recipients of the prestigious Sisterhood Legacy Award were Comatha B. Johnson and Patricia Stokes of the Goldsboro, NC Chapter, Gwendolyn Johnson of the Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA Chapter and Diane Sanford of the Durham, NC Chapter. Continental Extra Effort Award (CEEA) recipients were Gail Anderson, New Bern, NC Chapter, Aretha Thomas, Mathews, VA Chapter, Robin Browder, Northern, VA Chapter Freida Bolling, Richmond, VA Chapter, Donna Lee, Roanoke, VA Chapter, Angela Crump, Tri-Cities, VA, Betty Marks, Triad-Rowan, NC, and Vernetta Corbett, Wilmington, NC. The Outstanding Member Awards were presented to Jean Roach of the Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter and Nkechi George Winkler of the Richmond, VA Chapter. The Florence Blount Leadership Award was presented to Gail Anderson of the New Bern, NC Chapter. The Marquina Spencer HEER + Arts and Humanities Outstanding Chapter Award was presented to the Charleston, SC Chapter and the Gertrude B. Logan and Edna B. Prunty Outstanding Camp Award was presented to the Goldsboro, NC Chapter. The Region continued supporting Camp Apple Ridge with a $1,000.00 monetary contribution. Workshops were conducted on the Role of Officers lead by Robin Browder and Membership Installation Procedures lead by Aretha Thomas. The twenty-seventh Regional Meeting was held March 11-12-2011 in Greensboro, NC and hosted by the Triad-Rowan, NC Chapter. Regional Director Comatha B. Johnson presided over the conference. Regional Director Comatha B. Johnson introduced the new Cooperation and Commitment Award (CACA) for members who were announced at the Luncheon. The first CACA recipients were Gail Fleming, Charleston, SC Chapter, Renee Henderson, Goldsboro, NC Chapter, Gail Anderson, New Bern, NC Chapter, Jean Roach, Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter, Janice Johnson Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA Chapter, Robin Browder, Northern, VA Chapter, Goldie Petteway and Nkechi George-Winkler, Richmond, VA Chapter, Barbara Brooks and Donna Lee, Roanoke, VA Chapter, Betty Marks, Triad-Rowan, NC Chapter, and Margaret Johnson, Tri-Cities, VA Chapter. The Continental Extra Effort Award (CEEA) was presented to Diane Sanford, Durham, NC Chapter, Gail Anderson, New Bern, NC Chapter, Jean Roach, Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter, Gwendolyn Davis, and Nkechi George- Winkler, Richmond, VA Chapter, Renee Coles, Roanoke, VA Chapter A. Rawiya Nash, Triad Rowan, NC Chapter and Vernetta Corbett, Wilmington, NC Chapter. The Hall of Fame Nominee for the Mid-Atlantic Region was Edythe Haynes of the Charleston, SC Chapter. The Outstanding Member Awards were presented to Jean Roach of the Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter and Nkechi George-Winkler of the Richmond, VA Chapter. The Sisterhood Legacy Award was presented to Rose Vann of the Newport News, VA Chapter. The Florence Blount Leadership Award was presented to Nkechi George-Winkler of the Richmond, VA Chapter. The Region voted to change the Outstanding Member/Leadership Award and it was renamed the Comatha B. Johnson Outstanding Member/Leadership Award effective March 2012. The Marquina Spencer HEER +Arts and Humanities Outstanding Chapter Award was presented to Newport News- Hampton, VA Chapter and the Gertrude B. Logan and Edna B. Prunty Outstanding Camp Award was presented to the Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA Chapter. The new Volunteer of the Year Award was also introduced by Regional Director Comatha Johnson and the first recipient was Eileen King representing the Triad-Rowan, NC Chapter. A check for $1,000.00 was presented to Peter Lewis , President of Camp Apple Ridge by Regional Director Comatha B. Johnson. Regional Director Johnson also announced the awarding of the New Book Scholarship for the third place scholarship winner. She also announced that the Region was donating monetary gifts to the Haiti Outreach Ministry (HOM), Past National President Advisory Council Initiative (PNPAC) and the Tri-Cities, VA Chapter. The newly elected officers for the 2011-2013 were installed by National President W. Chris Stewart. The twenty- eight Regional Meeting was held March 9-10, 2012 and hosted by the New Bern, NC Chapter. Regional Director Nkechi George-Winkler presided over the Meeting. Regional Director Nkechi George-Winkler implemented the new MAR President of the Year Award, the new Shining Star Award and the new Membership Leader Award. She also implemented the Mid-Atlantic Region’s helping those who help children-MAR Underwearness Campaign and launched the Go Green Initiative for the chapters sponsored by a grant from UPS. The Comatha B. Johnson Outstanding Member/Leadership Award was presented to Barbara Brooks of the Roanoke, VA Chapter. The Shining Star Award was presented to Sandi Ruger of the New Bern, NC Chapter and the MAR President of the Year Award was presented to Lorraine Powers of Charleston, NC . Shelia Henderson of the New Bern, NC Chapter was the recipient of the Membership Leader Award. Continental Extra Effort Award(CEEA) recipients were Comatha B. Johnson of the Goldsboro, NC Chapter, Betty Marks, Triad-Rowan, NC Chapter, Pamela McKissack , Richmond, VA and Rosa Nolen of the Durham, NC Chapter. The Marquina S. Spencer HEER +Arts and Humanities Outstanding Chapter Award was presented to the New Bern, NC Chapter and the Gertrude B. Logan and Edna B. Prunty Outstanding Camp Award was presented to the Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA Chapter. The Underwearness Campaign benefited the Costal Women’s Shelter in New, Bern, NC. The Volunteer of the Year Award recipient was Yvonne Johnson sponsored by the Wilmington, NC Chapter. The Region continued to support Camp Apple Ridge with a $1,000.00 monetary contribution. The twenty-ninth Regional Meeting was held March 8-9, 2013 and hosted by the Durham, NC Chapter. Regional Director Nkechi George Winkler presided over the meeting. Regional Director Nkechi George- Winkler implemented the first Prayer Breakfast with Reverend Phyllis Y. Joyner as the guest speaker. Charleston, SC, Goldsboro, NC and Roanoke, VA Chapters presented their Go Green projects to the membership. Jean Roach conducted a workshop on HEER+ Arts and Humanities Programs and Gwendolyn Davis presented a workshop on Finances. The guest Leadership Workshop Speaker was Ms. Val Daye. Gail Anderson of the New Bern, NC was the selected to represent the Region for induction into the National Hall of Fame. The Comatha B. Johnson Outstanding Member/Leadership Award was presented Nkechi George-Winkler of the Richmond, VA Chapter. The Shining Star Award was presented to Sandi Ruger of the New Bern, NC Chapter and Goldie Pettaway of the Richmond, VA Chapter. The MAR President of the Year Award was presented to Vernell Kilpatrick of the Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA Chapter and Janice Johnson of the Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA Chapter was presented the Membership Leader Award. Continental Extra Effort Award (CEEA) recipients were Comatha B. Johnson of the Goldsboro, NC Chapter, Janice Johnson, Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA Chapter, Frieda Bolling and Adeline Clark, Richmond, VA Chapter, Barbara Brooks, Roanoke, VA Chapter and A. Rawiyah Nash and Betty Rhodes of the Wilmington, NC Chapter. The Marquina S. Spencer HEER + Arts and Humanities Outstanding Chapter Award was presented to the Charleston, SC Chapter and the Gertrude B. Logan and Edna B. Prunty Outstanding Camp Award was presented to the Goldsboro, NC Chapter. The Volunteer of the Year Award was presented to St Andrews’s Episcopal Church of Goldsboro, NC and sponsored by the Goldsboro, NC Chapter. The Underwearness Campaign benefited the Urban Ministries of Durham, NC .The Region again gave a $1,000.00 donation to Camp Apple Ridge in Roanoke, VA. The thirtieth regional meeting was held March 7-8, 2014 and hosted by the Newport News-Hampton Chapter in Newport News, VA. The thirty-first regional meeting was held March 13-14, 2015 and hosted by the Goldsboro, NC Chapter Love Connection. The thirty-second regional meeting was held March 11-12, 2016 and hosted by the Norfolk/Virginia Beach Chapter.

Brief Regional Chapter Highlights

Charleston, SC Chapter The Charleston, SC Chapter was chartered in 1992 as the first chapter in South Carolina under the leadership of Jean Ravennah who previously held membership in the New York, New York Chapter. The Charleston, SC Chapter charter members under the sponsorship of the New York, New York Chapter were installed January 25, 1992. The 14 charter members were: Juanita W. Brown, Vanetta B. Etheredge, Onica C. Fields, Irma B. Greene, Edythe T. Haynes, Juanita W. LaRoche, Elise Davis McFarland, Barbara W. Mikell, Gloria H. Oakcrum, Cynthia L. Parris, Jean Ravennah, Priscilla M. Robinson, Beverly B. Williams and Dorothy S. Wright. Edythe Haynes served as Vice Regional Director for the 1997-1999 term and Regional Treasurer the 2011-2013 term. Vermelle Simmons was elected as Sergeant-At-Arms for the 1999-2001 term and was selected as Corresponding Secretary for the 2009- 2011 term. She resigned the position after one year due to other demands. Dr. Gail Fleming was elected the Corresponding Secretary for the 2013-2015 term.

Columbus, Ohio Chapter The Columbus, Ohio Chapter was installed October 25, 1969. Marcialene Slate was elected Interim Secretary for the 1990-1991 term. Continental Slate was elected Recording Secretary for the 1991-1993 term. Marcialene Slate was elected Sergeant-at-Arms for the 1995-1997 and the 1997-1999 terms. Marcialene Slate was elected Vice Regional Director for the 2001-2003 and 2003-2005 terms. Linda Broadnax was elected Recording Secretary for the 1999-2001. Dorothy Cage was elected Parliamentarian for the 1999-2001 term. Dorothy Cage was elected First Vice Regional Director for the 2003-2005 term. The Chapter was moved from the Mid-Atlantic Region to the Mid-West Western Region after the Organization’s restructuring Plan was implemented in 2010. Columbia , SC Chapter The Columbia , SC Chapter was installed August 22, 1992 and sponsored by the Washington, DC Chapter. Jodi Gallman was elected Regional Historian for the 1995-1997 term. There is no record indicating when the chapter became inactive.

Durham, NC Chapter The Durham, NC Chapter sponsored by the Goldsboro, NC Chapter was installed March 2, 1979 under the leadership of Lillie Edwards and Gracie Rogers. The 11 charter members installed were: Joyce Bullock, Marva Davis, Lillie Edwards, Barbara Foskey, Carolyn Harris, Marian Moore, Brendalyn Morris, Georgetta Parker, Carol W. Poole, Gracie Rogers, and Zelphia Watson. Barbara Foskey was elected as Regional Sergeant-At –Arms for the 1991-1993 term. Delores Plummer was elected as Regional Historian from 1997 to 2001. Delores Plummer was elected as Regional Sergeant-At-Arms for the 2009-2011term. Carolyn Crump was elected as Regional Financial Secretary for the 1995-1997, 2001-2003, and the 2003- 2005 terms. Carolyn Crump was elected as Regional Sergeant-At Arms for the 2005-2007 term. Forsythia Powell served as Regional Chaplain for the 2003-2005 term. Diane Sanford was elected the Regional Historian for the 2007-2009 and 2009-2011 terms. Rosa Nolen is currently serving as the Regional Scholarship Chair for 2013-2015 term.

Goldsboro, NC Chapter The Goldsboro Chapter sponsored by the Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter was the first chapter installed in North Carolina. Under the leadership of organizer Gertrude A. Cox, the Goldsboro Chapter was installed February 25, 1961 and the 13 charter members were: Ida Bell Aldridge, Minnie G. Carney, Serena S. Cofield, Gertrude A. Cox, Viola Crowder, Bertha B. Hamer, Dorothy D. Jones, Eloise M. Larkin, , Ernestine M. Lucas, Taritha Middleton, Willett B. Starke, Manetta C. Stovall and Ruby W. Whitted. In 1990, Shirley Rogers was elected Interim Regional Treasurer until 1991 and was elected Treasurer for the 1991-1993 term. Patricia Stokes was elected Regional Recording Secretary and Willie Robinson was elected Regional Chaplain for the 1995-1997 term. They were both re-elected to the same office for the 1997-1999 term. Patricia Stokes was elected Regional Chaplain for the 1999-2001 term. Patricia Stokes was re-elected Regional Chaplain and Comatha B. Johnson was elected Regional Sergeant-at-Arms for the 2001-2003 term. Comatha B. Johnson was re-elected Regional Sergeant-at-Arms for the 2003-2005 term. Comatha B. Johnson was elected First Vice Mid-Atlantic Regional Director for the term 2005-2007. On December 15, 2005 National President E. Tonya Greenwood appointed Comatha B. Johnson as Interim Regional Director to fill the unexpired term of Dr. Nancy Wilson who resigned. Comatha B. Johnson was elected Regional Director for the 2007-2009 term and Dollie Gerald was elected Regional Treasurer for the 2007-2009 term. Comatha B. Johnson was re-elected Regional Director and Dollie Gerald was re-elected Regional Treasurer for the 2009-2011 term. Renee Henderson was appointed Interim Treasurer by Regional Director Comatha B. Johnson to fill the unexpired term of Dollie Gerald who resigned after a year for personal reasons. Patricia Stokes was elected Regional Financial Secretary for the 2009-2011 term. Patricia Stokes was re-elected Regional Financial Secretary for the term 2011- 2013. Comatha B. Johnson is serving in the role as Immediate Past Regional Director from 2011 to the present time. Comatha B. Johnson was elected Historian for the 2013-2015 term. Mathews, VA Chapter The Mathews, VA Chapter sponsored by the Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter was installed April 8, 1989 under the leadership of Virginia Kelley. The 13 charter members installed were: Della M. Brooks, Marjorie Brooks, Florence Conley, Helen M. Forrest, Martha T. Foster, Sallie S. Foster, Virginia Kelley, Mary M. Moody, Lois H. Robinson, Shirley Williams, Arma Willis, Martha A. Willis and Wilnet Willis. Wilnet Willis was elected Corresponding Secretary for 1991-1993 term. Helen Forrest was elected Corresponding Secretary for the 1995-1997 term. Cynthia Hobley was elected Corresponding Secretary for the 1997-1999 and 1999- 2001 terms. Cynthia Hobley was elected public Relations Officer for the 2005-2007 term. Aretha Thomas was elected Second Vice Regional Director for the 2009-2011 term.

New Bern, NC Chapter The New Bern, NC Chapter sponsored by the Washington, DC Chapter was installed February 20, 1993 under the leadership of Katherine E. Moore. The 14 charter members installed were Helen Adams, Floria Aldridge, Gail Anderson, Beverly Brown, Margaret Bryant, Clementine Crawford, Renee Moore Duckenfield, Willie Mae Franklin, Virginia Gaddy, Melody Garcia,Valgenia Jackson, Dorothy Kornegay Katherine Moore and Joyce Tetterton-Schactcher. Gail Anderson was elected Corresponding Secretary for 2001-2003 and 2003-2005 terms. Gail Anderson was elected Recording Secretary for the 2005-2007 and 2007-2009 terms. Gail Anderson was elected Chaplain for the 2011-2013 and 2013-2015 terms. Sandi Ruger was elected Public Relations Officer for the 2011-2013 and 2013-2015 terms.

Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter The Newport News-Hampton, VA is the oldest Chapter in the Mid-Atlantic Region. It was initially chartered as the Newport News Chapter of Continental Society for Children of the Virgin Islands in 1953 under the leadership of Norvelette Downing according the national history documented and dated June 25, 2005. The 18 charter members were: Mary Belden, Aleyne Blayton, Dorothy Brown, Leona Butts, Beatrice Crutchfield, Ruby DeWitt, Ester Douglas, Norvelette Downing, Margaret Epps, Marion Erwin, Alethia Fentreas, Katherine Goble, Louise Harris, Margaret Johnson, Octavia Knight, Leola Moron, Ann Ross and Jean Walker. The report from the historian dated 01-15-2014 indicates that at end of 1955 the chapter withdrew from organization. Under the leadership of Clara Faulcon, on November 1, 1958 the Newport News Chapter of Continentals was sponsored and reinstalled by the Washington, DC Chapter. The 12 charter members were: Hattie Alston, Lenora Boyd, Dorothy Brown, Leona Butts, Maratha Cherry, Clara Faulcon, Bertharine Francis, Hattie Haskins, Mildred Jennings, Celestine Raney, Lois Taylor and Catherine Young. Florence Conley Blount was elected Vice Regional Director for the 1993-1995 and 1995- 1997 terms. Rose Vann was elected Public Relations Officer for the 1993-1995 and 1995-1997 terms. Rose Vann was elected Financial Secretary for the 1997-1999 and 1999 2001 terms. Florence Blount was elected Regional Director for the 1999-2001 and 2001-2003 terms. Faye Slidge was elected Recording Secretary for the 2001-2003 and 2003-2005 terms. Rose Vann was elected Public Relations Officer for the 2001-2003 and 2003-2005 terms. Evelyn Anderson was elected Treasurer for the 2003- 2005 and 2005-2007 terms. She resigned in 2006 for personal reasons. Florence Blount was elected Historian for the 2003-2005 and 2005-2007 terms. Jean Roach was elected Corresponding Secretary for the 2005-2007 and 2007-2009 terms. Rose Vann was elected Public Relations Officer for the 2005-2007 term. Florence Blount was elected Public Relations Officer for the 2007-2009 and 2009-2011 terms. She resigned the position in 2010. Jean Roach was elected Recording Secretary for the 2009-2011term. Jean Roach was elected First Vice Regional Director for the 2011-2013 and 2013-2015 terms.

Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA Chapter The Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA Chapter sponsored by the Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter was installed January 17, 1976 under the leadership Alice Lunsford Boyd. The 25 charter members were: Eunice Banks, Alice L. Boyd, Alice Bullock, Mittie Coleman, Mildred Craig, Gwendolyn Daniels, Margaret Davis, Hermaener Douglas, Harriet F. Goodrich, Lois Hurdle, Dora James, Margaret Jones, Muriel Jones, Verna McIntyre, Doris Nance, Jewel Olds, Annie Richardson, Clara Richardson, Leola Robinson, Eleanor M. Ruffin, Jean Scott, Mary Macklin Smith, Eunice Terry, Madieth Williams and Jackie Williamson. Dr Annie Richardson was appointed the second Mid-Atlantic Regional Director by the National President (1981-1982). Previous documented history (2005) indicates Dr. Richardson died during her term as Regional Director. Ruth Horn was elected Treasurer for the 1999-2001 and 2001-2003 terms. Gwendolyn Johnson was elected Financial Secretary for the 2005-2007 and 2007-2009 terms. Olivia Osei-Sarfo was elected Second Vice Regional Director for the 2005-2007 term. Olivia Osei-Sarfo was elected First Vice Regional Director for the 2007-2009 term. Dr. Janice Johnson was elected Financial Secretary for the 2013-2015 term.

Northern, VA Chapter The Northern, VA Chapter sponsored by the Washington, DC Chapter was installed July 31. 1993 under the leadership of Veda Patterson and Beverly Patterson Pollard . The 13 charter members installed were: Yvette Scott Briscoe, Crystal Wallace Ford, Brenda Wilson German, Audrey Hunter Harrod, Joan Kelly Johnson, Patricia Maiden Jones, Geraldine Lewis, Vivian Moore, Veda Patterson, Poinsettia Galloway Peterson, Beverly Patterson Pollard, Glenn Logan Scott and Edith Swan. Robin Browder was initially appointed Regional Parliamentarian by Dr. Nancy Wilson Regional Director in 2005. She was reappointed in 2007-2011 by Regional Director Comatha B. Johnson and again in 2011-2015 by Regional Director Nkechi George-Winkler.

Raleigh, NC The Raleigh, NC Chapter sponsored by the Goldsboro, NC Chapter was installed June 1, 1985. Dr. Addessa Lewis White was elected Historian for the 1991-1993 term. Dr. Addessa White was elected Regional Director for the 1995-1997 term. Eloise Hilliard was elected Public Relations Officer for the 1995-1997 term. There is no record indicating when the Raleigh Chapter became inactive.

Richmond, VA The Richmond, VA Chapter sponsored by the Washington, DC Chapter was installed April 17, 1976 under the leadership of Thelma J. Burruss and Vernelle L. Johnson. The 7 charter members installed were: Thelma J. Burruss, Anna W. Carr, Iris Dance, Vernelle L. Johnson, Ida J. Mason, Mary N. Randall and Helen Wallace. Dr. Lois Harrison-Jones Fears was appointed as the third Mid-Atlantic Regional Director by National President Edna Calhoun in 1982. Vernelle L. Johnson was elected Secretary/Treasurer for the 1987-1989 term. She was elected to the office of National President and was unable to complete her term. Dr. Delores R. Greene was elected the Interim Regional Director for the 1990-1991 term. Dr. Delores Greene was elected Regional Director for the 1991-1993 term. Thelma Burruss was elected Financial Secretary for the 1991-1993 term. Nkechi George Winkler was appointed Second Vice Regional Director by Regional Director Comatha B. Johnson in 2006 after Olivia Osei-Sarfo was moved up to First Vice Regional Director. Nkechi George Winkler was elected Second Vice Regional Director for the 2007-2009 term. Nkechi George-Winkler was elected First- Vice Regional Director for the 2009-2011 term. Nkechi George Winkler was elected Regional Director for the 2011-2013 and 2013- 2015 terms. Goldie Pettaway was elected Second -Vice Regional Director for the 2011-2013 and 2013- 2015 terms. Adeline Clark was elected Recording Secretary for the 2011-2013 and the 2013-2015 terms. Gwendolyn Drayton was elected Corresponding Secretary for the 2011-2013 term. Pamela McKissack was elected Sergeant-at-Arms for the 2011-2013 and 2013-2015 terms. Gwendolyn Davis was elected Treasurer for the 2013-2015 term.

Roanoke, VA Chapter The Roanoke, A Chapter sponsored by the Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter was installed April 3, 1965 under the leadership of Florence Prunty and Florine Fulford. The 11 charter members installed were: Ruth Anderson, Maxine Deskins, Florine Fulford, Anna Johnson, Gertrude Logan, Edna Prunty, Florence Prunty, Ruby Reeves Laura Spurlock, Maine Thomas and Dorothy Walker. Florine Fulford was elected Vice Regional Director for the 1991-1993 term. Sadye White was elected Regional Director for the 1997-1999 term. Nancy Wilson was elected Regional Director for the 2003-2005 and 2005-2007 terms. She resigned in December 2006 before the end of her second term.

Triad-Rowan, NC Chapter The Triad-Rowan, NC Chapter sponsored by the Delaware Area, Delaware Chapter was installed August 28, 2004 under the leadership of Arthur Mae Rice. The 20 charter members installed were: Michelle Conner, Donna Davis, Trudy DeBerry, Mary DeGraffenriedt, Tina DeGraffenriedt, Mary Donnell, Sula Douglas, Carmen Garrett, LaToya Garrett, Helen Glover, Glenna Hinnant, Evelyn Hoover, Carolyn Lindsay, Betty Marks, Juanita McClain, Ella Miller, Arthur Mae Rice, Rita Tisdale, Gwendolyn Winford, and Sandra Witherspoon. Evelyn Hoover was elected Historian for the 2011-2013.

Tri-Cities, VA Chapter The Tri-Cities, VA Chapter was organized and sponsored by the Richmond, VA Chapter in June 2008 and installed on March 13, 2009 at the 25th Regional Conference in Richmond, VA. The charter members installed were: Rebecca Branch, Dana Briggs, Angela Crump, Mache Duhart, Kimberly K. Glen, Dana Graves, Melanie Hamlin, Margaret Johnson, Joyce Jones, Joy Reed, Tanya Simmons, Sandra Smith, Keeila Taylor, Bianca Thompson and Angela Yancey.

Wilmington, NC Chapter The Wilmington, NC Chapter sponsored by the Goldsboro, NC Chapter was installed October 26, 1995 under the leadership of Lillian Quick Smith. The 11 charter members installed were: Margaret S. Best, Cornelia Campbell, Barbara Jones, Mary W. Lockhart, Gwendolyn F. McCoy, Mildred McLean, Mary Quick Moore, Angela Nelson, Carolyn Nelson, Hattie W. Schmidt and Lillian Quick Smith. Vernetta Corbett was appointed Interim Regional Public Relations Officer from June 1009 to March 2011 after the elected Public Relations Officer resigned.

IV. Mid-Atlantic Region Continental Societies, Inc. Regional Awards/Committees established since the beginning of the Regional Conferences in 1984.

1. The Regional Achievement Trophy The Region’s Highest Award 1988 2. MARAT Award Adhering To Policies, Programs & Procedures 1988 3. CAT Continental Attendance Trophy 1990 4. PCOU “Presidents’ Commission On Unity” 1989 5. Mabs Kemp Essay Contest Essay Contest for Children/Youth 1994 6. Florence Prunty Scholarship Introduced for Chapter Rotation 1996 7. Anniversary Plagues Presented to Chapters for Service 2001 8. Regional Scholarship Presented to a Chapter($500.00) 2004 9. Florence Blount Leadership Awarded to a Member 2004 10. Gertrude B. Logan & Edna B. Prunty Outstanding Camp for a Chapter 2005 11. Marquina Spencer HEER +Arts & Humanities Outstanding Chapter Award 2005 12. Outstanding Member Award Award for a Member 2007 13. Continental Extra Effort (CEEA) Award for Members 2008 14. Service to Youth (STY) Award for Chapters 2008 15. Sisterhood Legacy Award Award for Members 2009 16. Volunteer of Year Award for Community Volunteers 2011 17. Commitment & Cooperation Award (CACA) for Members 2011 18. Book Awards ($250.00 Value) Students from Chapters 2011 19. Comatha B. Johnson Outstanding Member/Leadership Award –For a Member 2011 20. MAR Youth of the Year Students in Chapters 2013 21. President of the Year Award For a Chapter President 2012 22. Membership Leader Award For a Chapter Member 2012 23. Shining Star Recognition Award For a Chapter Member 2012 V. Mid-Atlantic Regional Officers Elected since the last documented Regional History was composed in 2005.

The election results for the 2005-2007 term:

Regional Director Dr. Nancy Wilson, Roanoke, VA 1st Vice Regional Director Comatha B. Johnson, Goldsboro, NC Chapter 2nd Vice Regional Director Olivia Osei-Sarfo, Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA Chapter Recording Secretary Gail Anderson, New Bern, NC Chapter Corresponding Secretary Jean Roach, Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter Financial Secretary Gwendolyn Johnson, Norfolk/VA Beach, VA Chapter Treasurer Evelyn Anderson, Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter Sergeant-at-Arms Carolyn Crump, Durham, NC Chapter Historian Florence Blount, Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter Public Relations Officer Cynthia Hobley, Mathews, VA Chapter Chaplain Forsythia Powell, Durham, NC Chapter Parliamentarian Robin Browder, Northern, VA Chapter Immediate Past Regional Director Florence Blount, Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter

The election results for the 2007-2009 term: Regional Director Comatha B. Johnson, Goldsboro, NC Chapter 1st Vice Regional Director Olivia Osei-Sarfo, Norfolk/VA Beach, A Chapter 2nd Vice Regional Director Nkechi George-Winkler, Richmond, VA Chapter Recording Secretary Gail Anderson, New Bern, NC Chapter Corresponding Secretary Jean Roach, Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter Financial Secretary Gwendolyn Johnson, Norfolk/VA Beach, VA Chapter Treasurer Dollie Gerald, Goldsboro, NC Chapter Historian Diane Sanford, Durham, NC Chapter Chaplain Rose Vann, Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter Sergeant-at-Arms Carolyn Crump, Durham, NC Chapter Public Relations Officer Florence Blount, Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter Parliamentarian Robin Browder, Northern VA Chapter

The election results for the 2009-2011 term: Regional Director Comatha B. Johnson, Goldsboro, NC Chapter 1st Vice Regional Director Nkechi George-Winkler, Richmond, VA Chapter 2nd Vice Regional Director Aretha Thomas, Mathews, VA Chapter Recording Secretary Jean Roach, Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter Corresponding Secretary, Vermelle Simmons, Charleston, SC Chapter Financial Secretary Patricia Stokes, Goldsboro, NC Chapter Treasurer Dollie Gerald, Goldsboro, NC Chapter Historian Diane Sanford, Durham, NC Chapter Chaplain Rose Vann, Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter Sergeant-at-Arms Delores Plummer, Durham, NC Chapter Parliamentarian Robin Browder, Northern VA Chapter

The election results for the 2011-2013 term: Regional Director Nkechi George-Winkler, Richmond, A Chapter 1st Vice Regional Director Jean Roach, Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter 2nd Vice Regional Director Goldie Pettaway, Richmond, VA Chapter Recording Secretary Adeline Clarke, Richmond, VA Chapter Corresponding Secretary Gwendolyn Drayton, Richmond, VA Chapter Financial Secretary Patricia Stokes, Goldsboro, NC Chapter Treasurer Edythe T. Haynes, Charleston, SC Chapter Historian Evelyn Hoover Triad-Rowan, NC Chapter Chaplain Gail Anderson, New Bern, NC Chapter Sergeant-at-Arms Pamela McKissack, Richmond, VA Chapter Parliamentarian Robin Browder, Northern, VA Chapter Immediate Past Regional Director Comatha B. Johnson, Goldsboro, NC Chapter

The election results for the 2013-2015 term: Regional Director Nkechi George-Winkler, Richmond, VA Chapter 1st Vice Regional Director Jean Roach, Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter 2nd Vice Regional Director Goldie Pettaway, Richmond, VA Chapter Recording Secretary Adeline Clark, Richmond, VA Chapter Corresponding Secretary Dr. Gail Fleming, Charleston, SC Chapter Financial Secretary Dr. Janice Johnson, Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA Chapter Treasurer Gwendolyn Davis, Richmond, VA Chapter Historian & IPR Director Comatha B. Johnson, Goldsboro, NC Chapter Chaplain Gail Anderson, New Bern, NC Chapter Sergeant-at-Arms Pamela McKissack, Richmond, VA Chapter Parliamentarian Robin Browder, Northern, VA Chapter

The election results for the 2015-2017 term: Regional Director Jean Roach, Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter 1st Vice Regional Director Aretha Thomas, Mathews, VA Chapter 2nd Vice Regional Director Recording Secretary Ava Midgette, New Bern, NC Chapter Corresponding Secretary Financial Secretary Pamela McKissack, Richmond, VA Chapter Treasurer Dr. Lornel Thompkins, Richmond, VA Chapter Historian Comatha B. Johnson, Goldsboro, NC Chapter Chaplain Gloria Randolph-King, Roanoke, VA Chapter Sergeant-at-Arms Phyllis Robinson, New Bern, NC Chapter Public Relations Officer Sandi Ruger, New Bern, NC Chapter Parliamentarian IPR Director Nkechi George-Winkler, Richmond, VA Chapter

Continental Societies, Inc. Mid-Atlantic Region Report of the Historian March 2014-February-2015

It has been said many times in many ways, if you don’t know your past, it is difficult to know where you are and where you are going, I take great pride in having been afforded the opportunity to compile, update and maintain a record of precious history. A detailed and comprehensive history of our region dating back to 1984 was compiled and distributed at our regional meeting in 2014. The summary below reflects those achievements by members and chapters since last year’s regional meeting,

SERVICE TO YOUTH (STY) AWARD Category 1 (less than 21 members) Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA (3,648) Roanoke, VA Chapter (2,378) Wilmington, NC (2,335)

Category 2 (21 or more members)

Richmond (29,982) Newport News- Hampton (22,165) Goldsboro, NC Chapter (2,287)

AFRICAN AMERICAN READ-IN CHAPTER PARTICIPATION

(*Met the Challenge of Reading to 400+) Charleston, SC - 760* Durham, NC - 305 Goldsboro, NC - 586* Mathews, VA - 50 New Bern, NC - 743* Newport News-Hampton, VA - 328 Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA - 2,700* Northern VA - 425* Richmond, VA -906* Roanoke, VA- 570* Triad - Rowan, NC -1,338* Tri-Cities, VA - 236 Wilmington, NC - 985*

COLGATE-PALMOLIVE DENTAL SCREENING

CHAPTER PARTICIPATION Durham, NC Goldsboro, NC New Bern, NC Newport News-Hampton, VA Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA Triad-Rowan, NC Tri-Cities, VA

Gertrude B. Logan and Edna B. Prunty Outstanding Camp Award

Triad-Rowan, NC Chapter

Marquina S. Spencer HEER plus Arts and Humanities Award

1st Place— Goldsboro, NC Chapter 2nd Place - Richmond, VA Chapter 3rd Place—New Bern, NC Chapter Mabs Kemp Essay Contest Elementary School - Richmond, VA Chapter Middle School - Wilmington, NC Chapter High School - New Bern, NC Scholarship Winners: 3rd Place Sydneigh Beatty Wilmington Chapter

2nd Place Ethan Hilton Roanoke Chapter

1st Place Tierra Fuller Durham Chapter

President of the Year Award: Continental Sandi Ruger (New Bern, NC Chapter)

Sisterhood Legacy Award: Continental Gwendolyn Drayton (Richmond, VA Chapter)

Comatha B. Johnson Outstanding Member/Leadership Award: Continental Gail Anderson (New Bern, NC Chapter)

Shining Star Award: Continental Comatha B. Johnson (Goldsboro, NC Chapter)

Volunteer of the Year Award: Ms. Christina Ingram (Richmond, VA)

Youth of the Year Award: Ms. Passion Smith (Goldsboro, NC)

CEEA: (Continental Extra Effort Award)

Continental Lani Shaw, Esq. (Northern, VA Chapter)

Continental Sharon Shaw (Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter)

Continental Diane Bacon (Richmond, VA Chapter)

Continental Shelia Henderson (New Bern, NC Chapter)

Continental Dr. Janice Johnson (Norfolk-Virginia Beach, VA Chapter)

Continental A. Rawiyah Nash (Wilmington, NC Chapter)

Continental Jean Roach (Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter)

Continental Rosa Nolen (Durham, NC Chapter)

Continental Michelle Holston (Norfolk-Virginia Chapter)

Regional Director Recognition Award:

Dr. Lois Harrison-Jones Fears

Dr. Florence Blount

Mrs. Comatha B. Johnson

Mrs. Nkechi George-Winkler

Continental Attendance Trophy (CAT)

Wilmington, NC Chapter

T.V. Raffle Winner:

Continental Diane Sanford (Durham, NC Chapter) Summaries Received

CHARLESTON, SC Chapter

The Charleston Chapter received third place recognition for the EDUCATION component at the 2014 Conclave. They are pride of the fact that they have been serving needy children since 1992.

GOLDSBORO, NC Chapter

Local The Chapter awarded thirteen (13) scholarships to local high school graduates totaling $5,000.00. Continental Miranda Haskins received several First Awards at the Wayne County Fair for her Baking entries. Continental Dolores Hayes was recognized for her years of service by the University Women Organization.

Regional The Chapter received the Marquina S. Spencer HEER plus Arts and Humanities Outstanding Chapter Award. Precious Smith was named the Youth of the Year. Continental Comatha B. Johnson was the recipient of the Shining Star Award and the Regional Direc- tor’s Recognition Award as a past Mid-Atlantic Regional Director.

National The Chapter received first place for EDUCATION for the HEER plus Arts and Humanities Awards at the 2014 Conclave. Continental Comatha B. Johnson received the Visionary Warrior Leadership Award presented by National President Edna Lee Moffitt.

MATHEWS, VA Chapter

Local The Chapter installed one new member in June 2014.

Regional The Chapter was recognized for twenty-five (25) years of service at the Regional Meeting. Received a certificate for 100%member retention for 2013-2014.

National The Chapter received second place for the Recreation Component at the 2014 Conclave.

NEW BERN, NC Chapter

Regional The Chapter placed third for the Marquina S. Spencer HEER plus Arts and Humanities Outstanding Chapter Award. Continental Gail Anderson was the recipient of the Comatha B. Johnson Outstanding Member/Leadership Award. Continental Sandi Ruger received the President of the year Award, Continental Shelia Henderson received the Continental Extra Effort Award (CEEA).

NEWPORT NEWS-HAMPTON, VA Chapter

Local The Chapter celebrated sixty (60) years of service to the community on May 30, 2014.

Regional Continentals Jean Roach and Sharon Shaw received the Continental Extra Effort Award (CEEA). Continental Florence Blount received the Regional Director’s Recognition Award as a past Mid-Atlantic Regional Director.

National The Chapter received First Place for EMPLOYMENT for the HEER plus Arts and Humanities Awards at the 2014 Conclave. The Chapter was the Overall Winner for the HEER plus Arts and Humanities Award at the 2014 Conclave. RICHMOND, VA Chapter

Local Living the Dream, Inc. The chapter received Award Recognition for work in the community (January 2015) Champion for Children Award presented to Congressman Robert Scott (2014)

Regional The Chapter received the STY Service To Youth Award for Category 2-Served 29,982 youth for the year The Chapter placed second for the Marquina S. Spencer HEER plus Arts and Humanities Outstanding Chapter Award Mabs Kemp Essay Winner (Elementary School Division Continental Gwendolyn Drayton received the Sisterhood Legacy Award Continental Diane Bacon received the Continental Extra Effort Award (CEEA)

I offer my expression of gratitude to all who contributed to the content of this document.

Respectfully submitted,

Comatha B. Johnson Comatha B. Johnson Regional Historian

Continental Societies, Inc. Mid-Atlantic Region Report of the Historian March 2015-February 2016

It has been said many times in many ways, if you don’t know your past, it is difficult to know where you are going. Since being elected Regional Historian in 2013, it has been my privilege to research, compile, update and record the history of the Mid-Atlantic Region. A detailed and comprehensive history of our region dating back to 1984 was compiled and distributed at our regional meeting in 2014. The summary below reflects those achievements by chapters and members since last year’s regional meeting.

SERVICE TO YOUTH (STY) AWARD

Category 1 (less than 21 members)

Newport News-Hampton, VA (22,653) Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA (13, 017) Roanoke, VA (5, 484)

Category 2 (21 or more members)

Richmond, VA (32,000) Goldsboro, NC (3, 241)

AFRICAN AMERICAN READ-IN CHAPTER PARTICIPATION

(*Met the Challenge of Reading to 500+) Charleston, SC - 556* Durham, NC – 560* Goldsboro, NC - 646* Mathews, VA - 45 New Bern, NC – 2, 140* Newport News-Hampton, VA – 3.166* Norfolk/Virginia Beach, VA – 7,096* Northern VA - 400 Richmond, VA -915* Roanoke, VA- 1,270* Tri-Cities, VA - 276 Wilmington, NC – 1,458*

COLGATE-PALMOLIVE DENTAL SCREENING

CHAPTER PARTICIPATION Durham, NC Goldsboro, NC New Bern, NC Gertrude B. Logan and Edna B. Prunty Outstanding Camp Award

Goldsboro, NC Chapter

Marquina S. Spencer HEER plus Arts and Humanities Outstanding Chapter Award

1st Place— New Bern, NC Chapter 2nd Place - Goldsboro, NC Chapter 3rd Place—Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter

Mabs Kemp Essay Contest Winners

Elementary School Level – Jaedan Smith $50.00- Goldsboro, NC Chapter Middle School Level - Alycia Parker $75.00 - New Bern, NC Chapter High School Level - Clara Lewis &125.00-Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter

Scholarship Winners:

1st Kaelyn Heyward (National Regional Scholar) $1000.00 Awarded at the National Level –Charleston, SC Chapter

2nd Place Kia Thorpe (Regional Scholar) $800.00 Awarded by the Region-Durham, NC Chapter

3rd Place Faith Nickens (Marilyn H. West Book Award Scholar) $250.00 –Richmond, VA Chapter

President of the Year Award: Continental Vernetta Corbett, Wilmington, NC Chapter

Hall of Fame Nominee: Continental Nkechi George Winkler, Richmond, VA Chapter

Comatha B. Johnson Outstanding Member/Leadership Award: Continental Donna Lee Roanoke, VA Chapter

Shining Star Award: Continental Adeline Clarke, Richmond, VA Chapter Continental Gail Fleming, Charleston, SC Chapter Continental Inez Holloway, New Bern, NC Chapter Continental Comatha B. Johnson, Goldsboro, NC Chapter Continental Rosa Nolen, Durham, NC Chapter Continental Sandi Ruger, New Bern, NC Chapter

Volunteer of the Year Award: Ms. Angela Rhodes, Wilmington, NC Chapter

Youth of the Year Award: Ms. Nadia Greene, Richmond, VA Chapter

CEEA: (Continental Extra Effort Award

Continental Brenda Arrington, New Bern, NC Chapter Continental Wendy Battle, Tri-Cities, VA Chapter Continental Delzora Clark, New Bern, NC Chapter Continental Carolyn Crump, Durham, NC Chapter Continental Florence Davis, Newport News/Hampton, VA Chapter Continental Lorraine Forrest, Mathews, VA Chapter Continental Shelia Henderson, New Bern, NC Chapter Continental Dionne Johnson, Goldsboro, NC Chapter Continental Gloria Randolph-King. Roanoke, VA Chapter Continental Pamela McKissack, Richmond, VA Chapter Continental Betty & Guy Henry Rhodes, Wilmington, NC Chapter Continental Cindy Smalls, Charleston, NC Chapter Continental Patricia Spence, Richmond, VA Chapter Continental Lornel Tompkins, Richmond, VA Chapter Continental Rose Vann, Newport News/Hampton, VA Chapter Regional Director’s Award of Recognition Love Connection - Co-Host Members- Continentals Miranda Haskins, Rochelle Hobbs, Comatha B. Johnson, Dionne Johnson & Belinda Royall-Goldsboro, NC Chapter Goldie Pettaway, Richmond, VA Chapter

Continental Attendance Trophy (CAT)

Wilmington, NC Chapter (Second Consecutive Year)

Underwearness Campaign

WAGES INC (Wayne Action Group for Economic Solvency) Head Start Program-Goldsboro, NC

Florence Prunty Scholarship

The inception of the Florence Prunty Scholarship at the 1996 Regional Meeting was referenced in the 2014 Comprehensive History, however the winners were not and are listed as follows:

1996 Norfolk-Virginia Beach, VA Chapter 1997 Wilmington, NC Chapter 1998 Newport News-Hampton, VA Chapter 1999 Marhews, VA Chapter 2000 Durham, NC Chapter 2001 New Bern, NC Chapter 2992 Goldsboro, NC Chapter 2003 Roanoke, VA Chapter 2004 Richmond, VA Chapter 2005 Northern, VA Chapter 2006 Charleston, SC Chapter 2007 Triad-Rowan, NC Chapter 2008 Columbus, Ohio Chapter 2009 Mathews, VA Chapter 2010 Charleston, SC Chapter 2011 Richmond, VA Chapter 2012-2015 No record of a report.

Summaries Received

CHARLESTON, SC Chapter No Report

DURHAM, NC No Report

GOLDSBORO, NC Chapter

Local The chapter awarded eleven (11) scholarships to local high school graduates totaling $6,750.00 at their 2015 Awards program.

Regional The Chapter received the Gertrude B. Logan and Edna B. Prunty Outstanding Camp Award. Mabs Kemp Essay Winner-Elementary School Division - Jadean Smith. The Chapter placed 2nd for the Service to Youth Award (STY) in category (2). Continental Comatha B. Johnson was the recipient of the Shining Star Award. Continental Extra Effort Award (CEEA) Recipient was Dionne Johnson. The Regional Director’s Recognition Award was presented to the Love Connection – 2015 Co-Host Members: Miranda Haskins, Rochelle Hobbs, Comatha B. Johnson, Dionne Johnson, and Belinda Royall.

National The Chapter received third place for HEALTH for the HEER plus Arts and Humanities Awards at the 2015 Conclave. Comatha B. Johnson received certificates of appreciation for services rendered as National Credential’s Chairperson and Co- Chairperson of the National Chapter Management Committee. Dionne Johnson serves as a member of the National Credential’s Committee.

MATHEWS, VA Chapter No report

NEW BERN, NC Chapter No report NEWPORT NEWS-HAMPTON, VA Chapter No report

NORFOLK-VIRGINIA BEACH.VA No report

NORTHERN, VA No report

VI. References Past National Histories Past Regional Histories Current Chapter Histories EASTERN REGION HISTORY

National Presidents in the Eastern Region

1952-1955 Marie Posten, Executive Secretary Continental Societies for the Children of the Virgin Islands 1964-1966 Dr. Susan Miles, Chair 1968-1970 Kathleen Williams, Chair 1985-1989 Dr. Lois Harrison Jones, President* 1989-1992 Evelyn Means 1993-1997 Dee Evelyn Mathews, President 1997-2001 Kathleen Williams, President 2003-2007 E. Tonya Greenwood, President 2007-2011 W. Chris Stewart, President

*Served as President while in the Mid-Atlantic Region

Eastern Regional Directors

Margaret Butler 1983 - 1987 Evelyn Means 1987 - 1989 Carol Ruffin 1989 - 1991 Eleanor Wiggins 1991 - 1995 Dolly Cumber 1995 - 1999 E. Tonya Greenwood 1999 - 2003 Louise Moss-Fortune 2003- 2007 Dr. Juanita Blakney 2007- 2011 Gwendolyn A. Lindsay 2011- Brenda V. Johnson Lillian Parks Thomas Award Recipients

E. Tonya Greenwood Doris Anderson Smith Eleanor Wiggins Kathleen Williams

Hall of Fame Award Recipients

Gloria Madeline Campbell Sandra Edgecombe Bernice Pree E. Tonya Greenwood Dee Evelyn Matthews Evelyn Means Barbara Morgan Doris Anderson Smith Eleanor Wiggins Kathleen Williams

Eastern Region 1 History HEER Hall of Fame Award Recipient

Baltimore Chapter

Eastern Region 2 History HISTORY OF CHAPTERS IN THE EASTERN REGION Anne Arundel County Chapter

Date Chartered: Sunday, December 16, 2006 Organizer: Christine Scott Davenport Sponsoring Chapter: Baltimore

Charter Members

# Name # Name 1. Diane Addo-Allotey 14. Chantel Kornegay 2. Yvette Aikens 15. Evelyn Mason 3. Jackie Allsup 16. Carolyn Page 4. Cynthia Caldwell 17. Carol Parham 5. Christine S. Davenport 18. Connie Pergerson 6. Doris Durrett 19. Arlene Rankin 7. Celeste Harrison 20. Alta Shaw 8. Deborah Hayes 21. Marquenta Taylor 9. Betty Henderson 22. Betty Wade 10. Jessica Henderson 23. Earline Wade 11. Deborah Hill-Floyd 24. Shirley R. White 12. Rosalind Hill 25. Juliette Wilson 13. Andrea Jones-Horton Chapter Members Who Have Served as National Officers/Chairs: None Chapters Members Who Have Received the Lillian Park Thomas Award: None Chapters Members Who Have Received the Hall of Fame Award: None Chapter Members Who Have Served as Regional Officers/Chairs:

# Name Office/Chair Held Date Served 1. Christine S. Davenport Chair, Regional Ethics & Protocol 2007 - 2009

National Conclaves meetings hosted: None

Eastern Region 3 History Baltimore Chapter

Date Chartered: June 1955 Organizers: Helen Gattis, Helen Quarles, Lillie Branch Sponsoring Chapter: Washington, DC Charter Members

# Name # Name 1. Jean A. Ashburn 9. Margaret Mason 2. Frances Branch 10. Emily Peck 3. Lillie Branch 11. Helen Quarles 4. Doris Coles 12. Doreva Stanley 5. Helen Gattis 13. Ethel Saunders 6. Frankie Hinchen 14. Margaret Turner 7. Susan Jones 15. Bernice Watson 8. Arnetta Lottier 16. Delores Young

Chapter Members Who Have Served as National Officers:

# Name Officer/Chair Held Date Served 1. Susan Jones, Ed. D.* Chair, Continental Advisory Committee 1964-1966 2. Susan Jones, Ed. D.* Historian 1973-1975 3. Seville Carroll* Treasurer 1970-1990 4. Seville Carroll* Auditor 1970-1990 5. Doris Anderson Smith Treasurer 1991-1995 6. Doris Anderson Smith Auditor 1991-1995 7. G. Madeline Campbell Chair, National Membership 1998-2003 8. G. Madeline Campbell Chair, National Nominating 1997-2001 9. Gwendolyn A. Lindsay Corresponding Secretary 2003-2007 10. Doris Anderson Smith Chair, Audit Committee 2003 -2009 Chapters Members Who Have Received the Lillian Park Thomas Award:

# Name Date 1. Doris Anderson Smith 2003

Chapters Members Who Have Received the Hall of Fame Award:

# Name Date 1. Doris Anderson Smith 2007

Chapter Members Who Have Served as Regional Officers/Chairs:

# Name Office Held Date Served 1. Constance Butler* Corresponding Secretary 2. Joi L. W. Griffin Recording Secretary 1999-2003 3. Angela Humphrey Corresponding Secretary 2007 -2009 4. Joi L.W. Griffin Chair, Nominating Committee 2004-2005 5. Stephanie V. Lee Treasurer 2005 -2009 6. Gwendolyn A. Lindsay Chair, Nominating Committee 1999-2000 7. Gwendolyn A. Lindsay Regional Director 2007 -2009 8. Kathie J. McLaughlin Recording Secretary 2005 -2009 9. Doris Anderson Smith Treasurer 1999-2005 10. Doris Anderson Smith Chair, Audit Committee 2007 -2009 *Deceased National Conclaves meetings hosted. 1958 Paradise Farm Country Club New York 1961 The Dunes Motel Neptune, New Jersey 1970 Annapolis Stutter Hilton Annapolis 2000 Renaissance Harbor Place Hotel Baltimore, Maryland

Eastern Region 4 History Bermuda Chapter

Date Chartered: May 19, 1962 Organizers: Audrey Abbott, Moira Cann, Leola Edness Sponsoring Chapter: New York Chapter

Charter Members

# Name 1. Audrey Abbott 2. Joann Burrows 3. Moira Cann 4. Rosemary Cann 5. Leola Edness 6. Marilyn Smith 7. Wynette Tucker

Chapter Members Who Have Served as National Officers:

# Name Office Held Date Served 1. Betty Christopher Chair, National Ethics Committee June 1991 2. Betty Christopher Parliamentarian June 2006-June 2007

Chapters Members Who Have Received the Lillian Park Thomas Award: None Chapters Members Who Have Received the Hall of Fame Award: None

Chapter Members Who Have Served as Regional Officers/Chairs:

# Name Office Held Date Served 1. Betty Christopher Parliamentarian

National Conclaves meetings hosted.

1966 11TH ANNUAL CONCLAVE ELBOW BEACH HOTEL 1975 20TH ANNUAL CONCLAVE SOUTHAMPTON PRINCESS HOTEL 1990 35TH ANNUAL CONCLAVE SONESTA BEACH HOTEL

In November 1960, Mrs. Leola Edness, Mrs. Audrey Abbott and Mrs. Moira Cann met at Mrs. Edness' home to form a club. Shortly after this Mrs. Edness made contact with the New York Chapter, through member, Mrs. Eva Boone, and obtained permission to use the name Continental Society for her growing Bermuda club.

On 12th March 1961 the first official meeting of the Continental Society of Bermuda took place using the constitution of the New York Chapter as a basis for the rules of order.

There were seven members present at that meeting and each was elected to office as follows: Mrs. Leola Edness, President; Mrs. Joan Burrows, Vice President; Mrs. Moira Cann, Recording Secretary; Mrs. Audrey Abbott, Financial Secretary; Mrs. Rosemary Cann, Treasurer; Mrs. Wynette Tucker, Sergeant-at- Arms; and Mrs. Marilyn Smith, Business Manager. The Bermuda Chapter was sponsored by the New York Chapter.

NOTE: Mrs. Marilyn Smith is the only Charter Member that is still very actively involved some 46 years later.

Eastern Region 5 History Columbia Maryland

Date Chartered: Saturday, June 13, 1992 Organizers: Ethel B. Hill Sponsoring Chapter: Baltimore Charter Members

# Name # Name 1. Normandy Solomon Blackman 16. Nancy B. Kensler 2. Thelma Montgomery Brown 17. Eloise R. Lee 3. Sandra E. Egecombe 18. Gwendolyn R. Malloy 4. Jo M. Glasco 19. Maurine Reeves McKinley 5. Marilyn B. Hardin 20. Barbara Cooper Miller 6. Elsie A. Henson 21. Dorothy Louise Moore 7. Ethel B. Hill 22. Lois Powell 8. Nellie A. Hutt 23. Gertie M. Snell 9. E. Marie Johnson 24. Doris Nearror Starks 10. Pamela Felton-Johnson 25. Chapter Members Who Have Served as National Officers/Chairs:

# Name Office Held/Chair Date Served 1. Ethel B. Hill Parliamentarian 1995-1997 2. Ethel B. Hill Chair, Membership 1993-1994 3. Sandra Edgecomb Chair, Economic Development 2007-2009

Chapters Members Who Have Received the Lillian Park Thomas Award: None Chapters Members Who Have Received the Hall of Fame Award: None Chapter Members Who Have Served as Regional Officers/Chairs: National Conclaves meetings hosted: None

Eastern Region 6 History Delaware Area Chapter

Date Chartered: August 19, 1991 Organizers: Jacqueline B. Faulcon, Ph.D. Sponsoring Chapter: South Jersey

Charter Members

# Name 1. Ann E. Aerie 2. Barbara B. Closson 3. Cheris D. Congo 4. Jacqueline B. Faulcon, Ph.D. 5. Jacqueline Gorum 6. Jennie s. Hudgins 7. Glory J. Jubilee 8. Ann B. Martin 9. Polly A. Mattison 10. Charlena V. Newell 11. Arthur Mae Rice 12. Judith A.W. Thomas, Ph.D. 13. Yvonne B. Toney 14. Effie A. Walker 15. Mary G. Wyche

Chapter Members Who Have Served as National Officers/Chairs:

# Name Office Held Date Served 1. Gladys M. Glover, Ph.D. Sergeant-at-Arms 2007-2009 2. Yvonne B. Toney Chair, Ethics and Protocol 2001-2007 3. Jacqueline B. Faulcon, Ph.D. Artistic Chair 4. Jennie S. Hudgins Corresponding Secretary 1998-2003

Chapters Members Who Have Received the Lillian Park Thomas Award: None Chapters Members Who Have Received the Hall of Fame Award: None

Chapter Members Who Have Served as Regional Officers/Chairs:

# Name Office Held Date Served 1. Gladys M. Glover, Ph.D. Sergeant-at-Arms 2007-2009 2. Jacqueline B. Faulcon, Ph.D. 2nd Vice Regional Director 2005-2007

National Conclaves meetings hosted: None

Eastern Region 7 History Metropolitan Philadelphia Area Chapter

Date Chartered: October 25, 1997 Organizers: Linda Wormley Mead, Barbara Stallworth Sponsoring Chapter: Philadelphia Chapter

Charter Members

# Name # Name 1. Ann Adderley-Ricks, Ed. D. 10. Victoria Johnson 2. Adrean Bailey 11. Constance G. Keaton 3. Madeline H. Brown 12. Gloria Swiggett Kittrels 4. Harriet Davis 13. Marge Luby 5. Donna Wormley Edwards 14. Linda Wormley Meade 6. Jana Goodwin 15. Joanne M. Nichols 7. Bernice Green 16. Barbara B. Stallworth 8. Patricia Holmes 17. Chris Taylor 9. Florence Hill Hubert 18. Laura C. Williams

Chapter Members Who Have Served as Regional Officers/Chairs:

# Name Office/Chair Held Date Served 1. Ann Adderley-Ricks, Ed. D. 1st Vice Regional Director 2004-2007 2. Camille Byrd Public Relations Officer 2007-2009 3. Robin Edwards Recording Secretary 2004-2005 4. Robin Edwards Chaplain 2005-2007 5. Barbara Henderson Chaplain 2007-2009 6. Victoria Johnson Historian 2007-2009

National Conclaves meetings hosted: None

Eastern Region 8 History New York Chapter

Date Chartered: 1961 Organizers: Betty Saitch Sponsoring Chapter: Philadelphia

Charter Members

# Name # Name 1. Eva Boone 6. Rose Morgan 2. Terry Bush 7. Fannie Pierre 3. Eloise Dargins 8. Helen Procoe 4. Selbra Hayes 9. Betty Saitch 5. Julie Hunter 10. Dorothy Skinner Chapter Members Who Have Served as National Officers/Chairs:

# Name Office Held Date Served 1. Dee Evelyn Matthews** President 1993-1997 2. Dee Evelyn Matthews Vice President 1989-1993 3. Dee Evelyn Matthews Secretary 1985-1989 4. Dee Evelyn Matthews Parliamentarian 1981-1985 5. Dee Evelyn Matthews Chair, National Health 1977-1981 4. Betty White Chair, Budget & Finance 1994-1996 5. Terri Bush Vice President 1981-1985 6. Terri Bush Public Relations of Officer 1977-1981

**Served as National President while a member of the chapter

Chapters Members Who Have Received the Lillian Park Thomas Award: None Chapters Members Who Have Received the Hall of Fame Award:

# Name Date 1. Dee Evelyn Matthews 1997

Chapter Members Who Have Served as Regional Officers/Chairs:

# Name Office Held Date Served 1. Margaret Butler*** Regional Director 1982-1983 2. 3. 4. ***Appointed as First Eastern Region Director by National Edna Calhoun

National Conclaves meetings hosted:

1964 Westchester Town House Yonkers, New York 1973 New York City

Eastern Region 9 History North Jersey Shore

Date Chartered: May 1971 Organizers: Dr. Rose Cooper Thomas Sponsoring Chapter: Philadelphia

Charter Members

# Name # Name 1. Marie Carter (Stone) 9. Blanche Jones 2. Marion Cooper 10. Ada Pettit 3. Ruth Dallam 11. Janice Sweeney 4. Emma Easters 12. Mary Tate 5. Lorraine Finley 13. Dr. Rose E. Thomas 6. Corrine Godwin 14. Elizabeth E. Williams 7. Corleza Holimon 15. Shirley S. Williams 8. Canta Johnson Chapter Members Who Have Served as National Officers/Chairs:

# Name Office Held Date Served 1. Elizabeth E. Williams Historian 1983-1985 2. Elizabeth E. Williams Sergeant –At-Arms 1987-1989 3. E. Tonya Greenwood Vice President 1999-2003 4. E. Tonya Greenwood President 2003-2007

Chapters Members Who Have Received the Lillian Park Thomas Award: None Chapters Members Who Have Received the Hall of Fame Award:

# Name Date 1. Elizabeth E. Williams 1993 2. E. Tonya Greenwood 2007

Chapter Members Who Have Served as Regional Officers/Chairs:

# Name Office Held/Chair Date Served 1. Janice Moon Vice Regional Director 1991-1995 2. E. Tonya Greenwood Director 1995-1999 3. Hazelle Bennett Chaplain 1995-1999 4. Cheryl Grant Healthy “Me” Initiative 2007-Present 5. Patricia Thomas Scholarship 2007-Present

National Conclaves meetings hosted.

June 25-27, 1982 Meadowlands Hilton Secaucus, New Jersey

Eastern Region 10 History Philadelphia Chapter

Date Chartered: 1952 Organizer: Ora Brinkley Sponsoring Chapter: Charter Members

# Name 1. Juanita Briscoe 2. Jeanette Brooks 3. Ora Brinkley 4. Kathryn Jackson 5. Dorothy Morton 6. Arrilea Ottley 7. Kathleen Williams

Chapter Members Who Have Served as National Officers/Chairs:

# Name Office/Chair Held Date Served 1. Kathleen Williams President 1997-2001 2. Kathleen Williams Vice President 1993-1997 3. Kathleen Williams Chair, Continental Advisory Committee 1968-1970 4. Kathleen Williams Co-Chair, Continental Advisory Committee 1966-1968 5. Lillnau Goffney Chaplain 1990 6. Bernice Pree Chaplain 7. Maria Robinson Parliamentarian 8. Dolly Cumber Financial Secretary

Chapters Members Who Have Received the Lillian Park Thomas Award:

# Name Date 1. Kathleen Williams* 1981

*Second Continental to receive the Lillian Parks Thomas Award Chapters Members Who Have Received the Hall of Fame Award:

# Name Date 1. Kathleen Williams June 2001 2. Bernice Pree

Chapter Members Who Have Served as Regional Officers/Chairs:

# Name Office/Chair Held Date Served 1. Louise Moss-Fortune Regional Director 1999-2003 2. Louise Moss-Fortune Vice Regional Director 1995-1999 3. Dolly Cumber Regional Director 1991-1993 4. Carol Ruffin Regional Director 1986-1988 5. Carol Ruffin Parliamentarian 1990 6. Barbara Cooper Chaplain 7. Lillian Goffney Chaplain 1988 8. Marian Robinson Parliamentarian 1988 National Conclaves meetings hosted: 1957 1st Official Conclave Atlantic City, New Jersey 1960 Atlantic City, New Jersey 1965 Talley-Ho Motor Hotel Valley Forge, Pennsylvania 1974 Marriott Motor Lodge Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 1993 City Line Adam’s Mark Hotel Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Eastern Region 11 History Prince George’s County

Date Chartered: Saturday, March 20, 1999 Organizers: Willie Mae Gaston-Ferguson Sponsoring Chapter: Baltimore

Charter Members

# Name # Name 1. Lisa Anderson 14. Gwendolyn W. Jefferson 2. Lovenger H. Bowden 15. Gail Jenkins 3. Carlisa Brown-Scott (McCain) 16. Brenda V. Johnson 4. Gloria Thombs Cain 17. Brenda Brown Jones 5. Mary Chiles 18. Julia Murry Lee 6. Shirley Christain 19. Pamela McKenzie 7. Bernestine Cordy-Williams 20. Rosetta L. Meadows 8. Sandra Duncan 21. Jacqueline D. Nelson 9. Willie Mae Gaston-Ferguson 22. Charlotte Reed 10. Sandy Giles 23. Janet Sims-Wood 11. Mildred Green 24. Marvel Smith 12. Hazeline T. Harris 25. Sandra Taylor-Jones 13. Jacqueline Jackson

Chapter Members Who Have Served as National Officers/Chairs:

# Name Office/Chair Held Date Served 1. W. Chris Stewart President 2007-Present 2. W. Chris Stewart 1st Vice President 2004-2007 3. W. Christ Stewart National Membership Chair 2002-2004 4. Lois Harrison Jones* President *Served as President while in the Mid-Atlantic Region

Chapters Members Who Have Received the Lillian Park Thomas Award: None Chapters Members Who Have Received the Hall of Fame Award: None Chapter Members Who Have Served as Regional Officers/Chairs:

# Name Office/Chair Held Date Served 1. W. Chris Stewart Vice Regional Director 2000-2002 2. Carlisa Brown-McCain Corresponding Secretary 2004-2007 3. Gladys Dorn-Hall Historian 2004-2007 4. Sandy Giles Sergeant-At-Arms 2004-2007 5. Brenda V. Johnson 1st Vice Regional Director 2007-2009 6. Brenda V. Johnson Chair, Regional Nominating Committee 2006-2007 7. Gwendolyn W. Jefferson Financial Secretary 2007-2009

National Conclaves meetings hosted: None

Eastern Region 12 History South Eastern Howard/Laurel Chapter

Date Chartered: Sunday, December 9, 2007 Organizer: Mae A. Beale, M. June Horner, Henryette A. Neal, Lizzie Smith, Mattie Stanford, Frankie McCurdy Sponsoring Chapter: Baltimore

Charter Members

# Name # Name 1. Mae A. Beale 11. Tjuana Y. Malone 2. Jean Chase 12. Frankie McCurdy 3. Rachel Cook 13. Milonda H. Mitchell 4. Sylvia Cooke Martin 14. Muriel G. Mitchell 5. Joan Posey Fletcher 15. Henryette A. Neal 6. Annie P. Foster 16. Sandy Pulley-Hamlett 7. Deborah C. Hill 17. Lisa H.E. Scott 8. M. June Horner 18. Lizzie Smith 9. Victoria Lawson 19. Mattie Stanford 10. Joella T. Malone 20. Gerry Taylor

Chapter Members Who Have Served as National Officers/Chairs: None Chapters Members Who Have Received the Lillian Park Thomas Award: None Chapters Members Who Have Received the Hall of Fame Award: None Chapter Members Who Have Served as Regional Officers/Chairs: None National Conclaves meetings hosted: None

Eastern Region 13 History South Jersey Chapter

Date Chartered: November 17, 1970 Organizer: Evelyn Means Sponsoring Chapter: Philadelphia Charter Members

# Name # Name 1. Marie Atkins 7. Portia Dempsey 2. Joan Allen 8. Geraldine Johnson 3. Jeanne Barrick 9. Evelyn Means 4. Quo Vadis Blackburn 10. Tessie Moose 5. Thelma Brothers 11. Eleanor Wiggins 6. Mattie Conwell 12. Christine Younger

Chapter Members Who Have Served as National Officers/Chairs:

# Name Office/Chair Held Date Served 1. Evelyn Means President 1989-1993 2. Evelyn Means Vice President 1985-1989 3. Jean Milan Corresponding Secretary 1997-1998 4. Christine Younger Corresponding Secretary 5. Dorothy Collins Sergeant-at-Arms 1997-1999

Chapters Members Who Have Received the Lillian Park Thomas Award:

# Name Date 1. Eleanor Wiggins 1999

Chapters Members Who Have Received the Hall of Fame Award:

# Name Date 1. Eleanor Wiggins 2001 2. Evelyn Means

Chapter Members Who Have Served as Regional Officers/Chairs:

# Name Office/Chair Held Date Served 1. Vernell Brown Financial Secretary/Treasurer 1994 2. Juanita Blakney, Ed. D. Regional Director 2003-2007 3. Dorothy Brocco Public Relations Officers 2003-2007 4. Dorothy Collins Parliamentarian 2003-2007 5. Mattie Conwell Financial Secretary/Treasurer 1988-1992 6. Geraldine Johnson Financial Secretary/Treasurer 1992-1994 7. Evelyn Means Regional Director 1984 8. Dorothy Riddick Financial Secretary/Treasurer 1984-1988 9. Eleanor Wiggins Regional Director 1989 10. Christine Younger Recording Secretary 1994

National Conclaves meetings hosted:

1977 National Conclave Cherry Hill Hilton Cherry Hill, New Jersey

Eastern Region 14 History Washington D.C. Chapter

Date Chartered: 1953 Organizer: Cecelia E. Burke, Elverna L “Verna” Means Sponsoring Chapter: Charter Members

# Name 1. Cecelia E. Burke 2. Elverna L “Verna” Means 3. Doris Haynes Chapter Members Who Have Served as National Officers/Chairs:

# Name Office/Chair Held Date Served 1. Mabs H. Kemp* President 1975-1977 2. Mabs H. Kemp Vice President 1973-1975 3. Edna M. Calhoun* President 1981-1985 4. Edna M. Calhoun* Vice President 1977-1981 5. Cecelia E. Burke* Treasurer Unknown 6. Doris B. Haynes Historian Unknown 7. Ethel R. Lee Reid Walker Financial Secretary Unknown 8. Norma J. Stewart Historian Unknown 9. Patricia W. Morris * Parliamentarian Unknown 10. Ethel B. Lawhorn Parliamentarian Unknown 11. Barbara D. Morgan Sergeant-at-Arms 2001-2003 12 Barbara D. Morgan 2nd Vice President 2003-2005 13. Edna Lee Long-Moffit Parliamentarian 2003-2005 14. Viola H. McIver Chair, Scholarship 2003-2007 15. Viola H. McIver Corresponding Secretary 2007-2009 16. Essie Paige Co-Chair, Economic Development 2003-2007 17. C. Lillilette Green-Campbell Chair, Scholarship 2007-2009 18. Margo H. Briggs Co-Chair Economic Development 2003-2007 19. Margo H. Briggs Treasurer 2007-2009 *Deceased Chapters Members Who Have Received the Lillian Park Thomas Award:

# Name Date 1. Mabs H. Kemp Unknown 2. Edna M. Calhoun Unknown 3. Doris B. Haynes Unknown 4. Ethel R. Lee Reid Walker 1996

Chapters Members Who Have Received the Hall of Fame Award:

# Name Date 1. Norma Stewart Unknown 2. Marnette Jackson Unknown 3. P. Carvella Beavers 2001 4. Barbara D. Morgan

Chapter Members Who Have Served as Regional Officers/Chairs:

# Name Office/Chair Held Date Served 1. Mabs H. Kemps Mid Atlantic Regional Director 2. P. Carvella Beavers Treasurer 1995-1997 3. Barbara M. Murray Financial Secretary 2003-2007

Eastern Region 15 History National Conclaves meetings hosted:

1956 ANNUAL CONCLAVE Colton , Maryland 1959 3rd ANNUAL CONCLAVE Kings Lodge Otisville, New York 1967 12Th ANNUAL CONCLAVE 1979 24TH ANNUAL CONCLAVE 1991 36TH ANNUAL CONCLAVE

EASTERN REGION CHAPTERS

CHAPTER DATE INSTALLED SPONSORING ORGANIZER(S) CHAPTER 1. Philadelphia 1952 Ora Brinkley 2. Washington, DC May 1953 Cecelia Burks, Elverna L. Means 3. Baltimore June 1955 Washington, DC Helen Gattis, Helen Quarles, Lillie Branch 4. Niagara Falls, New York** 1955 Alice Hays 5. New York 1961 Philadelphia Betty Saitch 6. Bermuda May 19, 1962 New York Viola Edness 7. South Jersey November 17, 1970 Philadelphia Evelyn Means 8. North Jersey Shore May 1971 Philadelphia Dr. R. Cooper-Thomas 9. Pittsburgh** 1974 North Jersey Shore 10. Columbia Maryland June 13, 1992 Baltimore Ethel Hill, esq. 11. Delaware Area August 19, 1997 South Jersey Jacqueline B. Faulcon, Ph.D. 12. Philadelphia Metropolitan October 25, 1997 Philadelphia 13. Prince George’s County March 20, 1999 Baltimore Willie MaeGaston- Fergerson 14. Anne Arundel County December 16, 2006 Baltimore Christine Scott Davenport 15. South Eastern December 9, 2007 Baltimore Mae A. Beale, M. June Horner, Howard/Laurel Henryette A. Neal, Lizzie Smith, Mattie Stanford, Frankie McCurdy

**- IN-ACTIVE CHAPTERS

PLEASE NOTE: We have made every attempt to collect the historical data from each chapter in the Eastern Region pertaining to organizer(s), charter members, national/regional officers, and chairs, hosting of National Conclaves. We are asking each chapter to review their history entries and provide any corrections or additions to the Eastern Regional Historian.

Our next face is to collect Chapter Data on Regional Meetings hosted, Charter Regional Scholarship Recipients, and National HEER plus Arts and Humanities Awards received. It is not too early for your chapter to start compiling this data and be prepared when the Eastern Regional Historian contacts you in September 2008.

Thank you for your continued support in helping us to continue to “WRITE” the “RIGHT” history for the Eastern Region.

Eastern Region 16 History

CONTINENTAL SOCIETIES, INCORPORATED Midwest-Western Region History

The Midwest-Western Region is part of an international public service organization dedicated to the socio-economic and cultural welfare of underprivileged children and youth was founded in 1956 and incorporated nationally in 1972.The Continental Societies, Incorporation embraces 46 chapters in cities throughout the USA, District of Columbia, and Bermuda.

The Midwest-Western Region had its early beginnings in 1980 when all chapters of the national body were requested to work in groups delineated by location. The original name of the region was the Midwest region, which was comprised of Chicago IL, Pittsburgh PA, Saint Louis MO, and Twin Cities MN. Because of changes within the regional structure, the Southwestern, Western, and the Midwest Regions merged, and the region was renamed the Midwest-Western Region. Pittsburgh PA left the Midwest-Western Region to become part of the Eastern Region.

The Midwest-Western Region holds fast to the principles which embodied the National Preamble: In an endeavor to foster, promote and develop the welfare

Of disadvantaged children, to improve their recreational facilities, to advance their educational opportunities, and to sponsor a climate of well-being in their environment, we the chapters of the Midwest-Western Region of the Continental Societies, Incorporated have formed an association.

Regional Directors:

Helen Lawrence Burnett of the Chicago Chapter, (1980-1995) was appointed to the office by the National President, Rosa Stanback in 1980. It was then known as the Midwest Region. She remained in office a number of years as a result of being elected and re-elected a number of times.

It was during Helen Burnett’s tenure that there was a structural change within the region. Pittsburgh left the region to become part of the Eastern Region. Shortly thereafter, Dallas, Texas Chapter, the only chapter in the Southwestern Region became part of the Midwest Region. At that same time, the Bay Area Chapter and Greater Los Angeles Chapters of California joined the Midwest Region. In 2011 the Columbus, Ohio Chapter was merged into the Region from the Mid-Atlantic Region via National ruling with the approval of the National Executive Board under the administration of National President W Chris Stewart. Forming our 9th Chapter after the inclusion of the three new chapters 2010 Wichita Area Kansas, 2011 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma and 2012 Little Rock, Arkansas became a member of the Midwest-Western Region. The chapters undergoing structural changes are Bay Area California and Twin Cities Minnesota.

1995-1997, Doris Johnson, of the Chicago Chapter, became the second regional director of the Midwest Region. It was at this time the name was changed to Midwest-Western Region to better reflect the makeup of the chapters Constitution and Bylaws of the region. She endeavored to promote region building, and desired to strengthen the bond of sisterhood within this sprawling area which made up the region.

1997-2001, Blanch Campbell, of the Saint Louis Chapter, our third regional director, worked untiringly to develop a task force to determine the possibility of bringing in chapters from the many cities in states that lay within the boundaries of the region. She was a strong advocate for reaching out and building up. Blanch was very instrumental in developing guidelines for the regional scholarship program, which is still adopted with the National Scholarship Program.

2001-2005, Dorothea Burns, of the Twin Cities Chapter, our fourth regional director, emphasized the importance of the “Continental Vision and Mission”. She encouraged members to be proactive regarding the future of the organization as we work to fulfill our mission as Continentals. Having a strong sense of sisterhood and communication between chapters of the region, it was during this administration that the “Continental News” the Regional Director’s Report was initiated. The newsletter highlighted chapter news as well as individual successes. It was also during this administration that our web site was developed.

2005-2007, Constance B White-Seymore, of the Chicago Chapter, our fifth regional director, whose goals include building the region and promoting the bond of sisterhood within the region as well as the nationally. In 2006, the annual Regional Conference was held in Phoenix, Arizona, in an area where there was no actual chapter visibility, followed by (2007) our national conclave with the Midwest-Western Region being co-hosts.

2007-2009, Rita C White of the Dallas Chapter, the fifth regional director worked to build chapter to chapter communication along with leadership among members within the region. During this administration several firsts were introduced by Director Rita White, the first was the idea of “a regional expansion team” for the region and secondly the Helen Lawrence Burnett Leadership Award was initiated to a deserving Continental in the region who has exhibited outstanding leadership qualities in not only meeting but exceeding the mission of Continentals. Additionally, Rita introduced a program “Souls of Black Girls” with the hope it would be instituted in the region.

2009-2011 Jean A Newkirk of Chicago, IL, One of the goals of Director Jean Newkirk is the continued promotion of the Regional Expansion Team with the anticipation our region will expand to some of the outlying states in the Midwest-Western Region. Another initiative of Jean’s is the recognition of awareness of Juvenile Diabetes in our youth and the effect of the disease on the lives of many minorities. For the first time in recent history the Midwest- Western Region will charter 2 new chapters under the leadership of Director Newkirk, we have moved west to Wichita, Kansas and Oklahoma City, Oklahoma with nearly 40 new Continental sisters.

2011-Louise W Davis of Dallas, TX a strong promoter of the committed unity of the Midwest-Western Region. She advocates for continued communication of the chapters as well as a strong unity of executive board members through constant communication via conference calls, written communication among members on a regular basis. The Midwest-Western Region continued its expansion during her tenure as director the Little Rock, Arkansas Chapter was chartered on May 26, 2012 during her 1st term.

2015-Judith T Nix, Dallas, Texas would like to enhance the membership experience on several levels. First by stabilizing the chapters with smaller memberships. Secondly by bringing in 2 more chapters into the region. Finally another goal of hers is to promote the accurate reporting of in-kind data and administrating reporting from the chapters.

Midwest-Western Regional Conferences

1981 Chicago, Illinois host, Premier Midwest-Western Regional at Holiday Inn Mart Plaza, Chicago, Illinois

1983 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

1984 through 1991, the Regions were mandated by National to have regional conferences separate from the Conclave. In 1992 we began having regional conferences every other year. Prior to that time we met before Conclave. In years when there was no formal meeting we met informally at Conclave.

1992 Twin Cities, Minnesota, host

1994 Chicago, Illinois, host Sheraton on South Lake Shore Drive

1995 Dallas, Texas, host

1996 Chicago, Illinois hosting in Colorado Springs, Colorado

1998 Saint Louis, Missouri, host

2000 Las Vegas, Nevada, Midwest-Western Region host

2001 Las Vegas, Nevada, Midwest-Western Region host

2002 Dallas, Texas, host 2003 Chicago, Illinois, host

2004 Twin Cities, Minnesota, host

2005 Oakland, California, North Bay Chapter host

2006 Phoenix, Arizona, Midwest-Western Region host

2007 Saint Louis, Missouri host

2008 Houston Metropolitan, Texas host

2009 Dallas, Texas host

2010 Chicago, Illinois host

2011 Houston Metropolitan, Texas host

2012 Saint Louis, Missouri host

2013 Wichita Area, Kansas host

2014 Oklahoma City, Oklahoma host

2015 Little Rock, Arkansas host

2016 Memphis, Tennessee, Midwest-Western Regional host

Lillian Parks Thomas Award

Lillian Parks Thomas our first chairman and national president from Twin Cities (1970-1975) is the highest award presented to one Continental every other even year at Conclave. The second recipient is the niece of Lillian Parks Thomas Continental Dorothea Burns of Twin Cities. This award was presented in 2006 at the Northern Virginia at the 50th Conclave. In 2014 Rita C White of the Dallas, Chapter was awarded the Lillian Parks Thomas Award in Houston, Texas. Hall of Fame Members from the Midwest-Western Region

One award is presented to a member from each region and is presented during the odd numbered years. The first National Hall of Fame was presented at the 1991 Conclave in Washington DC with the first five Presidents receiving the award as well.

Midwest-Western Recipients

Hall of Fame Recipients

Dorothea Burns, Twin Cities 1993

Helen Lawrence Burnett, Chicago 1995

Doris B Johnson, Chicago 1997

Constance W Seymore, Chicago 1999

Marcialene Slate, Columbus 1999*

Ruby Fulsom, Dallas 2001

Blanch Campbell, Saint Louis 2003

Rita C White, Dallas 2005

Hortense C Ransom, Dallas 2007

Jean A Newkirk, Chicago 2009

Annie C Barnett, Chicago 2011

Louise W Davis, Dallas 2013

Judith Archer, Chicago 2015

*Columbus Ohio was placed in the Midwest-Western Region from Mid-Atlantic due to restructuring by National CSI in 2011. Helen Burnett Leadership Award Implemented in 2009, this award is presented yearly to a deserving, dedicated Continental at the Midwest-Western Regional Conference. It is given for extraordinary service on the local, regional and national levels. This award is presented in memory of our first Regional Director, Helen Lawrence Burnett, founding member of the Chicago chapter of the Continental Societies, Incorporated serving as Regional Director Emeritus for several years. Recipients must be nominated by their chapter. This award is presented at the Regional Conference. Winners for the Helen L Burnett Leadership Award: Doncella Milton, Dallas, 2009 Rita C White, Dallas, 2010 Hortense C Ransom, Dallas 2011 Louise W Davis, Dallas 2012 Judith T Nix, Dallas 2013 Blanch Campbell, St Louis 2014 Regina Deadrick, Houston Metropolitan 2015 Annie C Barnett, Chicago 2016 History of the Southeastern Region

Regional Director: Melvinor Kendrick Historian: Pam Sykes The Southeastern region’s first chapter was Atlanta which was inducted into the Societies on November 21, 1973. Continental M. Jean Cooper was asked to be acting coordinator, then soon after Jean became Regional Coordinator. National sponsored the Southeastern Region. The Southeastern Region is comprised of the following chapters: Atlanta, GA Birmingham, AL Greater Miami, FL Jacksonville, FL LaGrange, GA Montgomery, AL Newnan, GA North-Dade Broward County, FL Solivita Polk County, FL Tuskegee, AL

The Southeastern Region proudly boasts the following Hall of Fame Recipients:

Helen Mahone, Tuskegee Earlene Puryear Dotson, Greater Miami Terry Bell Woods, Atlanta Christa Dotson Dean, Greater Miami Nancy Hope, Atlanta Shirley Williams, North Dade-Broward Melvinor Kendrick, Newnan

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We have celebrated two Southeastern Region Lillian Parks Thomas Award Recipients: Earlene P. Dotson M. Jean Cooper

The Southeastern Region has been home to two National Presidents Rosa Stanback, Columbus, GA, and Earlene P. Dotson, Greater Miami, FL

Southeastern Region Collaborative Partners: 1) Public, Private, Parochial, and Charter Schools 2) Community Centers 3) Chamber of Commerce 4) Boys and Girls Club 5) Churches 6) Service Agencies 7) Businesses 8) Colgate Dental Van 9) National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE)

Past Regional Directors:  M. Jean Cooper  Dessie Bacon  Juanita Watts Byrd  Myrtis Johnson  Dr. Earlene P. Dotson  Patricia Miller  Christa Dotson Dean

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Current Regional Director: Melvinor Kendrick The major focus of my first year was embracing and strengthening sisterhood, and increasing membership in our chapters. The following events have occurred during my tenure: 1) First region to hold a joint Installation Ceremony (Greater Miami and North Dade-Broward) at the 2014 National Board Meeting in Miami, FL. 2) Developed the Directors’ Circle (Past Regional Directors and Chapter Organizers). Honorary members are Shirley Williams and National President Edna Moffitt. 3) The first regional fundraiser was hosted by the Greater Miami Chapter in Miami, FL. 4) The first region to adopt National’s concept of visiting the host Chapter’s Service Project partners during our Regional Meeting. The Projects increased our involvement and visibility in our host Chapter community and throughout the region. 5) The recognition of our Continental Jewels (honoring Continentals 80 years of age and over, and 45 years of service with the Organization), and Continental Guys (our supportive spouses and significant others). During our regional meeting our attendance increased by 73 percent of Continental members, and 50 percent of Continental Guys. 6) Attendance via conference call, or in person, during each chapters Retreat. 7) Facilitated 4-6 regional conference calls during each year with the Executive Team and the chapter Presidents. 8) Increased our Regional scholarship amount by 59%. The Carlton Kendrick Technical Scholarship is a new scholarship source to the Southeastern Region. 9) Solicited and encouraged each chapter to adopt the concept of sponsorship from their local businesses and corporations. 10) Initiated the re-organization process of the Columbus, GA Chapter, and implemented the organization process of the Memphis, TN Chapter within the Southeastern Region.

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11) At the 2015 National Conclave, the Southeastern Region won first, second, third place, and in the Overall category of our HEER + Arts and Humanities Components (38% winnings out of 29 awards presented). 12) All ten chapters participated in an optional program, the National Red Ribbon Week, encouraged by the National President. 13) All ten chapters participated in the National Literacy Initiative, the African American Read-In project. Since the on-set of this initiative the Southeastern Region has increased the number of children read to from 30% to 65%, over the past two years. 14) The Directors Award was presented to recipients during the SE Regional meeting. The recipients were; M. Jean Cooper, Shirley Williams, Cynthia Rider, Yvette Jones.