Greetings CBW Members and Friends,
Despite finding ourselves living in a worldwide state of economic challenges, this is truly a time of celebration and thanksgiving. Let us be grateful for all we have and as we rejoice in the many accomplishments CBW has made in just five short years of life (2004-2009). Some of the many achievements include: educating the public about health; governmental and business issues; discovering and promoting our cultural heritage; giving scholarships to high school seniors; partnering with other organizations to build better communities; and recognizing outstanding community leaders.
The theme of this next year and our focus is on Expanding Our Horizons. Let us think “outside the box” by developing new programs and approaches, increasing our vision and knowledge based, encouraging and uplifting one another. Let us remove negativity from our minds and become “yes I can do it” individuals, and work smarter – not harder, to implement the CBW mission. We must dream BIG today for the future.
There are two areas of priority for the coming year. Our programs will focus on education and health. We must continue to build on our historical beginnings to leave a positive legacy and a culture of excellence for those who come behind us. May they find that we were faithful to our mission.
Each of us, individually and collectively, is an important part of CBW and to expanding its legacy. Your talents, ideas, and efforts are needed and tremendously appreciated. A team effort is a must to keep the faith and remain steadfast. Your support and dedication to the mission are necessary to expand CBW’s horizons beyond our wildest dreams and to create that better tomorrow for our families and friends.
Thank you for joining me as we pledge ourselves to Expanding Our Horizons in working together to build more opportunities!
Annette Funn
President , The Concerned Black Women of Calvert County, Inc.