Announcement

OPA presents commendation to Women’s Club

Wednesday, October 30, 2024

(Oct. 30, 2024) The Ocean Pines Association Board on Oct. 26 presented a commendation to the Women’s Club of Ocean Pines, celebrating the club’s 50th anniversary.

The club has grown from a small social group into a robust organization with more than 100 members, raising thousands annually for scholarships and local causes.

Since 2007 alone, the club has awarded nearly $70,000 in scholarships and donated more than $35,000 to local organizations that benefit Ocean Pines homeowners and residents.

OPA President Dr. Stuart Lakernick presented the commendation, which read:

WHEREAS, the Women’s Club of Ocean Pines has exhibited extraordinary dedication to community service and philanthropy over the past five decades; and

WHEREAS, since its establishment in 1974, the Women’s Club has raised tens of thousands of dollars in support of local scholarships, providing vital assistance to area students and making a lasting impact on the community’s youth; and

WHEREAS, in 1988, the Women’s Club demonstrated its generosity by donating $19,000 from its Memorial Fund toward the construction of the White Horse Park pavilion, marking the single-largest donation for the project; and

WHEREAS, since 2007, the Women’s Club has awarded $69,650 in scholarships to 58 high school seniors, continuing its legacy of service and commitment to education; and

WHEREAS, the Women’s Club of Ocean Pines, now in its 50th year with over 100 dedicated members, has provided countless local women with opportunities to both socialize and give back to their community, strengthening the bonds of friendship and service;

NOW, THEREFORE, be it proclaimed by the Ocean Pines Board of Directors that we commend and celebrate the Women’s Club of Ocean Pines for its remarkable contributions and enduring impact on our community over the past 50 years.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to the members, leaders, and supporters of the Women’s Club whose passion, generosity, and service have enriched Ocean Pines and beyond.

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