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The Wichita Service Club is an organization made up of women
who will devote their time and energy to serve the Wichita
People. This club is one of the oldest organizations within
the Wichita Tribal structure and other Native American
Cultures. The club was organized in 1918 during World War I.
During that era there were many participants. These women
all came out to help the other families and each other,
which is still one of their main endeavors today. In order
to accomplish this, the Wichita Service Club will raise
funds for Veteran and Active Armed Service Personnel
activities such as homecoming dinners and dances. Also, the
club prepares bereavement dinners with financial assistance
of the Wichita Tribal Council and assisting all Wichita
Tribal organizations with their activities.
Fundraisers are the main source of money that the club has,
along with donations and membership dues. So far the group
has raised enough money for all corrections, additions,
upkeep and beautification of the Vietnam Memorial Monument
located at the entrance of the Wichita Administration
Building.
Membership is open to enrolled Wichita tribal members,
spouses married to a Wichita tribal member, a Wichita
descendent or anyone with an affiliation to a service
member. The membership dues are $5.00 a year. Those
interested in joining may contact Betty Kauley at (405)
247-2425 ext. 132 between the working hours of 8:00am to
5:00pm.
If you have any additions or corrections to the memorial,
please contact Betty Kauley. |
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