CAMAS — Members of 100 Women Who Care Clark County presented $3,000 to Family Promise of Clark County on May 11. Board President Dave Cole accepted the funds on behalf of the organization.
Jacilyn Margeson, board member of Family Promise and part of the 100 Women advisory board, nominated the organization at a February meeting. Office Moms and Dads and Friends of the Washougal Library were the other nonprofit nominees at that meeting.
Cole explained that Family Promise of Clark County operates an emergency shelter program and works closely with the families it serves to help them find permanent housing. The organization provides ongoing case management services, which can include resources for employment and financial literacy.
Founded in 2018, 100 Women Who Care Clark County is a giving circle that meets quarterly and has donated more than $100,000 to local nonprofits. Members who attend are eligible to nominate local nonprofits to be considered for the quarterly donation. Members commit to a $100 donation to the charity voted upon by the members at each meeting.
The group hopes to continue with in-person meetings throughout 2022. The next meeting will be held at 6 p.m. Aug. 17 at Salud! Wine Bar, 224 N.E. Third Ave. Camas. There is an optional social hour before the meeting from 5 p.m.
