The Women of Quail Creek

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President’s Message from Joan
Scholarships: Annual Matching Fund Campaign Returns
Community Outreach: Many Thanks from Salvation Army
Members: Join us in GroupSpot

∴ PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE ∴

In August we celebrate a milestone for American women. For decades a dedicated group of women sponsored marches, protests, lobbying, lectures, silent vigils, hunger strikes and even civil disobedience, all for a common goal. Some of the original organizers did not live to see the victory. But victory was achieved. On August 18, 1920, the 19th Amendment was ratified, officially granting women the right to vote. We’ve come a long way, baby!

This is an inspiring picture of what a group of dedicated women can accomplish when they set their minds to it. I am equally inspired by The Women of Quail Creek (TWOQC). From its humble beginnings in 2004 with approximately 40 women in attendance, it has grown to over 300 members. Over the years TWOQC’s philanthropic vision grew and expanded to include a variety of endeavors in Green Valley, Sahuarita and Santa Cruz Valley.

As charitable giving began to outpace expectations, application was made to convert TWOQC to a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit Corporation. The Women of Quail Creek’s IRS Acceptance letter as of 11-16-2021 allows all donor receipts tax deductible status. In May of this year, TWOQC awarded 125 scholarships for a year-over-year grand total of $439,200. Quite an accomplishment.

While charitable fundraising has become an integral part of TWOQC’s mission, we desire to preserve the original vision of social and educational interactions for women residing in Quail Creek. I find that the wealth of knowledge and experience our members have gained over their lifetime are so valuable to our organization and to the community. We always welcome new members, new ideas and suggestions. Please consider joining us. Together we can continue to do great things!

Joan M. Brown
President Elect
The Women of Quail Creek

∴ SCHOLARSHIPS ∴

The Scholarship Committee is once again kicking off its Annual Matching Fund Campaign to Benefit TWOQC Scholarships. The Campaign runs from September 15 until February 28. This is the 4^rd year that a group of generous Quail Creek residents have offered to match other donations 2 for 1. That means that for every $100 donated by others, they will donate $200. The Matching Campaign has allowed The Women of Quail Creek to award more scholarships to young women in our community and thereby change lives. To date we have awarded 152 scholarships worth nearly half of a million dollars!

If you have contributed to TWOQC Scholarships in the past, you will be receiving a personal invitation to join the Matching Fund Program once again. When you receive your email invitation, I hope you will consider what it means to each one of our scholarship recipients and please give generously.

If you are over the age of 72, you might want to have your donation paid directly from your annual RMD (Required Minimum Distribution). Using this IRS approved method, known as a Qualified Charitable Donation (QCD), your taxable income will be reduced “above the line” dollar-for-dollar in the amount of your donation – thus providing an even larger tax savings, particularly if you do not itemize your deductions. Be sure that you mark your donation to benefit Scholarships. For more information contact scholarships@womenqc.com.

Our major fundraising event, theannual Javelina Hoedown will be held at the Madera Clubhouse on November 4. So, Save the Date! Tickets will go on sale in late September. Watch next month’s Monthly Message (posted on our website) and Quail Creek residents – watch the What’s Happening emails for details.

∴ COMMUNITY OUTREACH ∴

The Community Outreach Committee received a heartfelt thank you from the Salvation Army for our support of Love Beyond Crayons collection. Thanks to our Quail Creek residents and those living outside our community for their donations. We collected 669 school supplies, backpacks and lunch boxes and $293 in checks and cash to purchase more items. The Salvation Army was able to provide 252 full stocked backpacks. They noted: Your organization’s generosity was truly remarkable. The Women of Quail Creek gave more than supplies; you gave encouragement, hope and the reassurance that our community believes in its children.

∴ MEMBERS SECTION ∴ GroupSpot is TWOQC’s members-only platform for streamlining communications, providing a central hub for programs in the events calendar, Executive Board announcements, committee activity, etc.

All Quail Creek women residents are invited to join TWOQC.
Contact our Membership Director if you have questions.
Members needing assistance with GroupSpot, please reach out to anyone on the Board.

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Contributors, this Edition: Joan B. president (president’s message) | Marianne C. webmaster (e-Blog design & delivery) | Deb M. (scholarships) | Roxanne H. (community outreach). Proofing Team: President, President-Elect. Publisher: Webmaster.