[Congressional Record Volume 160, Number 33 (Thursday, February 27, 2014)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E268]
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                 RECOGNIZING THE WOMAN'S CLUB OF OCOEE

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                          HON. DANIEL WEBSTER

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, February 27, 2014

  Mr. WEBSTER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to recognize the 
Woman's Club of Ocoee, a chapter of the General Federation of Women's 
Clubs (GFWC), for 90 years of volunteer service to the Central Florida 
community. The Club, organized in 1924, aims ``to associate its members 
in study and efforts to advance the social, civic, educational and 
moral welfare of Ocoee and vicinity.''
  Members of the Woman's Club of Ocoee selflessly devote their time, 
efforts and resources to meet the needs of our community. In 2013 
alone, Club members contributed more than 11,000 service hours to 
schools, hospitals and various community organizations.
  Since its establishment in 1890, the GFWC has supported the arts, 
advanced education, promoted healthy lifestyles and encouraged civic 
involvement both domestically and internationally. Members of GFWC, 
whether they are advocating for congressional legislation to prevent 
violence against women or mentoring at-risk girls in local schools, 
have a ``national voice and a local passion.''
  It is a privilege to recognize the contributions of the Woman's Club 
of Ocoee on this 90th anniversary. They truly demonstrate the spirit of 
philanthropy and volunteerism for the betterment of our community.

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