LOWER KEYS WOMEN’S CLUB HISTORY
On April 8, 1965 an enthusiastic group of ladies met on the porch of the Big Pine Inn with the purpose of finding a way to promote friendship and good will among residents and visitors of the Keys, while supporting local charities through fund-raising.
That day the Lower Keys Women’s Club was born, and for over 50 years the Club has continued the work of these 24 women by raising over moneyand collecting countless items for charities such as: Visiting Nurses and Hospice of the Florida Keys, The College of the Florida Keys Nursing School Scholarship Fund, Bay Shore Manor Nursing Home, the Peacock Apartments, the Heron House, the Key West Convalescence Home, Homeless Shelters, Food Pantries, Florida Keys Children’s Shelter, Domestic Abuse Outreach, Cancer Foundation of the Florida Keys, SPCA, Keys Healthy Start Coalition, Max's Angels, and for seasonal local events benefiting local community.
Just like many of the residents of our community, the Club was heavily impacted by the devastation of Irma. In 2019, we were at the verge of losing our Club, due to declining membership. But just like in 1965, a group of women came together, stood strong and because of their passion and determination our Club was able to welcome enough new members to allow us to plan for a successful future. The last few years have been challenging, yet we were still able to help our membership and community during the chaos of a pandemic.
In order to continue the good work of the Club, we need to continue to grow our membership. Please help us by joining us today and inviting your family and friends!