First CWL president inspired others

Friday, Feb. 12, 2016

SALT LAKE CITY — The Catholic Woman’s League presidents have been inspired by the president who reigned before them; perhaps Emma McCornick Bird, the first president, started this trend when the organization began in 1916. They have tried to continue and extend the mission of the league.

“Each president tried to continue and extend the mission of the league and tried to make the work of the league known by becoming involved in the civic events and by joining with other women’s groups,” said Mary Mayo, the eldest CWL president still living.

The CWL presidents who are still living are:

Mary Mayo, 1979-1981

Ann Bero, 19895-1987

Jean Henkels, 1987-1989

Kathy Scott, 1989-1991

Kathleen Grisley, 1993-1995

Sylvia D’Ambrosio, 2001-2001

Gail Hensleigh, 2004-2007

Carol Harley, 2007-2009

Rosalie Mirabelli, 2009-2011

Linda Burt, 2011-2013

Cheryl Johnson, 2013-2015

Linda Itami 2015 to present

 

CWL seeks beneficiaries for fall luncheon

The Catholic Woman’s League is accepting applications from 501-(c)-3 non-profit organizations to be considered as beneficiaries of its annual Fall Benefit Luncheon. Applications are due by Feb. 20. 

The fall luncheon is the CWL’s main fundraising and social gathering; its primary function is to raise funds to give to the beneficiaries. Some of those assisted in the past include Operation School Bell, Catholic Community Services, various diocesan parishes and Give Me A Chance.

For information or for an application, contact Holly Porter, help.porter@gmail.com or 801-680-0117.