VOA Guild
"women helping women"
The Guild is an auxiliary volunteer organization. Founded in 1996 by Irene Zarlengo to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Volunteers of America, this was the first Guild ever established to help raise funds for community programs operated by Volunteers of America.
The groups specific focus is on projects which improve the lives of women and their children living at Brandon Center and Theodora House. These are emergency shelters for those who have experienced domestic violence or homelessness. Since the time of its inception, the Guild has raised over $1.5 million for this purpose. Members organize special events, meals, clothing, health care and room renovations for the residents of Brandon Center and Theodora House.
As the Guild approaches its 16th anniversary in 2012 it will seek new members, new and innovative fundraising endeavors and celebrate the efforts of its pioneering leaders. The group will look for new ways to help the community and engage others in their important work.
In this website, you can find a description of the projects the Guild undertakes to support the shelters. Please join us in making a difference for the women and children of the Brandon Center and Theodora House!
*Attention Guild Members:
The VOAG bylaws have recently been revised. Most of the revisions were made to simplify and clarify the language of the bylaws.
We wish to draw your attention to three changes in particular. Previously the bylaws specified dollar amounts of membership dues. The reference to specific dollar amounts has been dropped. This will facilitate changing the dollar amounts if the Board deems it necessary. This change was approved by the Board on February 16, 2012.
The second change gives Founder Emeritus status to Irene Zarlengo in honor of her work on behalf of VOAG. This was approved by the Board on August 18, 2011.
The third change deleted the references to the annual Membership Brunch in the fall. This change was made to facilitate a change in the membership renewal process if the Board deems it appropriate. This change is pending approval by the Board.
The complete bylaws may be viewed by clicking the "Guild Bylaws" link, below, for thirty days starting on March 19, 2012.
Comments may be given to Guild President, Emily Tarleton, 303-773-6463 or to Immediate Past President, Ann DeGroat, 303-422-2299
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