Members Celebrated Earth Week Learning About Native Plants
Presentation on Native Plants
Kirsten Allen gave an impressive PowerPoint presentation about native plants and how to introduce them into home gardens at the April 20 meeting.
PowerPoint Carries Vital Message
One of her slides emphasized that we can, in fact, heal the earth. Focusing on the incorporation of native plants will help.
State Convention 2026
GFWC-AZ Convention met in April
Janette Gann, Jeni O'Callaghan and Jean Franovich represented The Monday Club at the state convention in Phoenix.
Rootin' Tootin' Friday Night Fun
Cheryl Kappes showed off her moves during the line dance class taught by Tonja Oliver and Marilyn Williams.
Theme for Convention: Let's Celebrate America
President Sue Shipley called the sessions to order with gentle chimes.
Patriotic Items Sold Well
New GFWC-AZ Officers Installed
Janette worked the sales table at the convention where the ribbon leis and flag items were popular.
New GFWC-AZ Officers Installed
New GFWC-AZ Officers Installed
New GFWC-AZ Officers Installed
Cheryl Kappes wore a shimmering red dress for her installation as state president and Janette congratulated her as she began her two-year term.
Greater Arizona District Convention
Monday Club hosted GAD Convention in March
Members from three clubs met for the annual district convention in Prescott.
Honoring the 250th Anniversary of America
The district convention theme was "It's a Grand Old Flag," so the clubhouse was decked out in red, white and blue.
GFWC-AZ Officers Participated in the GAD Convention
GFWC-AZ Officers Participated in the GAD Convention
State President Sue Shipley and Vice President Cheryl Kappes addressed the attendees.
New officers installed for 2026-2028 term
Jean Franovich, president; Barb Lahaie, trustee; Lura Kingsford installing officer; Kathy Howe, vice president and Janette Gann, treasurer, were installed in January.
Eva Veitch, secretary, was installed at a later date.
"Let Generous Hearts Prevail" is the theme, the colors are red and gold and red gladiola the flower.
Monday Club inducts new member
During the January General Club meeting, Johanna Van Dyck took the Monday Club pledge and volunteered to serve on the GFWC Environment Program.
Club continues to grow
Mary Walsh, Lea Anderson and Rosey Padgett were inducted into the club on November 17, 2025.
Success for Survivors
You may qualify for a $3000 GFWC Domestic Violence Survivor Scholarship
Thank you for your interest in the Success for Survivors Scholarship which is available through the General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC). You may qualify for a grant of up to $3000 to use at an accredited public or private post-secondary or vocational institution.
The deadline to apply is Feb. 15, 2026.
These are the requirements:
· Domestic or sexual violence survivor
· Citizen or permanent legal resident of the United States
· Enrolled or planning to enroll at an accredited public or private post-secondary or vocational institution
· Recommended by a domestic violence agency and/or academic counselor or social worker willing to provide information on behalf of the applicant
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), domestic violence is classified as "physical violence, sexual violence, stalking, and psychological aggression (including coercive acts) by a current or former intimate partner."
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Monday Club offers an additional $1000 scholarship
The Monday Club of Prescott, which is affiliated with the GFWC, applauds your decision to achieve your educational goals, and you may submit an additional copy of this application to our email address: mondayclubprescott@gmail.com to qualify for our local $1000 scholarship. We are available to help you with the application process for either or both scholarships. Rest assured that all of your information will remain strictly confidential.
Application deadlines
The attached documents must be completed and mailed in time to arrive in Washington, D.C. no later than Feb. 15, 2026, for the GFWC scholarship and to the Monday Club email address: mondayclubprescott@gmail.com no later than March 1, 2026, for the Monday Club DVS Scholarship.
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Contact Us
Rev. Suzi Jacobson
Monday Club chair for Domestic Violence Awareness and Prevention
Jean Franovich
Monday Club President