Democratic Women of Erie County
P.O. Box 1044
Sandusky, OH 44871-1044
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4.17.2023 – DWEC 2023 Constitution and Bylaws
4.17.2023 – DWEC 2023 Standing Rules

The Constitution and Bylaws of the Democratic Women of Erie County:

• DWEC Constitution and Bylaws
  • The C&B was updated 4.17.2023.
  • A link for updated version will be posted soon.

The purpose of our organization:

1. To perpetuate the principles of American democracy;
2. To promote citizen interest in governmental activities in order to influence the course of government – on the local, state, and federal levels;
3. To advocate the ideals of the Democratic Party;
4. To encourage the interest of women in governmental activities.

“WE SUPPORT OUR DEMOCRATIC CANDIDATES”

MEETINGS

Our meetings are the third Monday of the month at various locations – site and details of monthly meetings will be posted here. Meetings begin at 6:00pm. Guest Speakers are scheduled for meetings. If no program is scheduled, the business meeting will begin at approximately 6:15 pm.

We have special events throughout the year, also held on the third Monday at various locations. Prior notification is provided via e-mail and/or U.S. Postal Service.

Please visit EVENTS – Democratic Women of Erie County for meetings and special events information.

Men are welcome as Associate Members.

Click HERE for Membership Form – 2023

2023 Memberships:
Regular – $15.00/year
Senior – $10.00/year – 62 years and older
Associate – $15.00/year – Men

If you have any questions, would like to join or
have updates to your membership contact information,
please contact:
Tracy Francis, Membership Secretary
e-mail: tfrancis85@aol.com

Democratic Women of Erie County
2023 Scholarship

The Democratic Women of Erie County will be awarding $500.00 scholarships to local female residents who demonstrate the principles of the Democratic Party.  The purpose of the scholarships is to stimulate interest in and to create involvement in local, state and national government.

If you are interested in helping make dreams come true, please make a donation to the Dorothy Deering Memorial Scholarship Fund. You will find a donation form here. Thank You in advance for your support!

2023 ESSAY TOPIC:  

• What steps do you feel are necessary to engage the Millennial and Gen Z voters, and to encourage their enthusiasm and participation in not only the upcoming elections, but also in running for local or state political office?

REQUIREMENTS TO BE ELIGIBLE FOR THE SCHOLARSHIP ARE AS FOLLOWS:

• Erie County, Ohio female resident
• GPA minimum of 3.0
• Scholarship is restricted to an accredited institution of higher learning
• 250-500 word essay is required
• Registered to Vote if Age Permits
  • Registered at 17 years old, if applicant will be 18 years old on the day of the November 14, 2023 Election
•  Available to Attend the Democratic Women of Erie County Meeting
  • Monday, June 19, 2023
  • Introduction of the Scholarship recipient, reading of the essay and presentation of DWEC Scholarship certificate and check

• The essay must be typed on white paper and double spaced.
• The applicant’s first name should appear at the top right corner of each page. Entries will be evaluated on the basis of clarity, organization, grammar and presentation.
• Please complete the cover page and submit it with your essay and a school transcript to: Charlene Adams, 1518 Pearl Street, Sandusky, OH 44870
• The essay must be postmarked no later than Friday, March 24, 2023.
  • We allow 10 days for delivery.

Any questions, please contact:

• Charlene Adams: charlenea56@gmail.com
• Yvette Rankins: sgtyar@aol.com

To print out cover page, requirements, essay topic and contact information, please click on links below:

• DWofEC – 2023 Scholarship – Cover Page – PDF Format
• 2023 Requirements and Essay for the DWEC Dorothy Deering Memorial Scholarship – PDF Format

2023 Scholarship Recipients

The four 2023 DWEC Dorothy Deering Memorial Scholarship recipients, are all outstanding students, are members of the National Honor Society, volunteered in school mentoring programs such as Link Crew and Clothe-A-Child, and participated in Varsity sports ranging from tennis, track (shot put, discus, and hurdles) cross country, and springboard diving.  Please see the following information per recipient:

Olivia Bretz
Bowling Green State University – Firelands Campus

Olivia Bretz, a 2023 graduate of Sandusky High School, will be attending Bowling Green State University – Firelands Campus. Olivia will be majoring in RN – Bachelor of Science in Nursing.

Anisha Chopra
University of Michigan

Anisha Chopra, a 2023 graduate of Sandusky High School, received an Associate Degree of Science from Bowling Green State University. Anisha will be attending the University of Michigan majoring in Pre-Med with a focus on Neuroscience.

Anna Gasser
University of Toledo

Anna Gasser, a 2023 graduate of Margaretta High School, will be attending the University of Toledo. Anna will be majoring in Bioengineering with a focus on Science and Math.

Emma LaFollette
The Ohio State University

Emma LaFollette, a 2023 graduate of Margaretta High School, will be attending The Ohio State University. Emma will be majoring in Pre-Law with a focus on Humanities and Political Science.

Bakeless Bake Sale
Proceeds support the Dorothy Deering
Memorial Scholarship Fund

Without fuss or bother, you have done your part.
We are sure you will give with a willing heart.
This is the end of our little tale
Wishing success for our bakeless bake sale.

If you would like to donate, please mail a check payable to:
Democratic Women of Erie County, ATTN:  Treasurer
P.O. Box 1044, Sandusky 44871-1044
or
bring your contribution to a monthly meeting
and give to Diane Schaefer, Treasurer

Thank You for your support!

Paid for and authorized by the Democratic Women of Erie County
Diane L. Schaefer, Treasurer, P.O. Box 1044, Sandusky 44871-1044