What is Zonta?

Zonta International is a worldwide organization of executives in business and the professions working together to advance the status of women.

What does Our Local Club Do?

The Zonta Club of the Lakes Region was chartered in May 1988 and current membership is approximately 28. We have a diverse membership, ranging in age from the 30's to 60's. One of the unique aspects about our club is that we have one major yearly fundraiser, which nets more than $10,000. The funds are used for our local, district and international service projects. Our fundraiser, A Holiday House, is held each year on the weekend before Thanksgiving. We decorate a local home with crafts from more than 60 artisans from around New England . The home is open on Friday evening for an invitation only Champagne Reception. Saturday and Sunday the home is open to the general public. This is a very big commitment for the members, but once the event is over, we have the funds to fulfill our service commitments.

What are some of the Zonta Club of the Lakes Region, NH's local service projects?

The Zonta Club of the Lakes Region supports many Lakes Region area charities, including, Ozanam Place, family programs of Community Health and Hospice, Inc., and Laconia's Multi-Cultural Market Day.

In October, we participate in the American Cancer Society's Making Strides Against Breast Cancer. Our club is a bronze level sponsor, as well as a team sponsor. Our team raises over $2000 per year in donations. Our own Sydney Stewart has been the second highest individual fundraiser in the Lakes Region over the past few years.

We provide support to the NH Commission on the Status of Women, for the Athletic/Academic Awards to NH High School girls. Funds have been given to two literacy programs through the local library. In addition to all this, we also give generously to our International Service Projects.

We award educational scholarships to Lakes Region college students, non-traditional students and Young Women in Public Affairs award winners. You can apply for our college scholarships through the Lakes Region Scholarship Foundation. The club deadline for the Young Women in Public Affairs award is normally the first Friday in February. Applications are forwarded, in the fall, to the Guidance Departments of Lakes Region High Schools. Non-traditional scholarships requests should be sent to the club and include the following information:

*What is your education history (high school graduate, some college, etc.)?

*When do you intend to graduate?

*What is the cost of your tuition?

*How much money are you requesting from Zonta?

*What is your yearly family income?

*Include any other pertinent information related to your situation.

*Please provide two or three references.

*If awarded a scholarship, we send the money directly to the school. Please provide your student number and the school's address and phone number for where we should send the scholarship

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When and where does the the Lakes Region, NH club meet?

Club meetings are held at the Congregate Living Center of the Taylor Home , Union Ave. Laconia , NH . In September, October, November and May meetings are held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays. In January, February, March, April and June we have one meeting each month held on the 2nd Tuesday. The meetings begin at 5:30 PM followed by dinner.

Am I eligible for Zonta membership?

Membership is Zonta International is by club invitation to individuals working in a decision-making capacity at least 50% of a normal workweek.

How much time does Zonta membership take?

Zonta clubs are service clubs and each club votes on local service projects and fund raising activities. Zonta members are asked to attend monthly club and committee meetings, participate in club projects. In addition opportunities exist to attend one-day annual workshops, a two-day biannual conference or seminar and a week long biannual international convention.

Our regular meetings and program generally last 1½ hours. Dinner is served after and is optional. Most members stay for dinner. The Board meets the 1st Tuesday of each month and committees meet at times convenient to their members. Some committees meet during the dinner hour after the regular meetings.

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Events

Official Event of Yuletide in the Lakes Region; our Zonta club’s annual Holiday House fundraiser to help local and international charities and scholarships:

Who's Who in the Zonta Club of the Lakes Region, NH?

Officers and Directors

President:	Glenda Reynolds
Vice President:	Sally Lynch
Secretary:	Sharon Messmore
Treasurer:	Linda Roney-Clairmont
Asst. Treasurer:	Gracie Cilley
Board Members:	Kerri Coons, Gail Menard, Kathleen Higgins
Past Presidemt:	Sandy Gove

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How do I find out more?

To find our more about the Zonta Club of the Lakes Region, NH:

Email: ZontaLakesNH@yahoo.com

Mail:
Zonta Club of the Lakes Region
PO Box 1498
Laconia, NH 03247