In April 1983, Hanoverians Myrtle Murray and Frances Walker met with Mr. Frank Hargrove to get instruction on organizing a Republican women’s club for Hanover County. A series of meetings were held with the founding members to organize the group and its goals, setting the stage for more than 25 years of service to our community and the Republican Party.
The founding members were: Myrtle Murray, Frances Walker, Hazel Raeburn, Phyllis Wasylyk, Gen Clifton, Mildred Sawyer, Helen Carter, and Margaret Washington. These ladies, and many others over the years, embody the spirit of HRWC and we value their contributions and service.
HRWC is committed to volunteerism and we support many familiar local causes. We are also actively involved with the Young Republican Clubs at Hanover’s high schools. We believe that educating youth on state and national political processes, as well as encouraging participation, is essential.
HRWC meetings are held monthly and we are flattered to be able to welcome there many of Virginia’s Republican representatives as speakers. Delegates, Senators, and Attorneys General honor us with their enthusiasm and time for our club, and it is our pleasure to support the campaigns of these fine folks. Under the leadership of our new club President, Liza Bradford, we look forward to another great year of service to our nation and to the Republican leaders that work for all of us.