Meet the Governing Board of Directors
Who Governs VCWWC ?
Volusia County Women Who Care (VCWWC) is led by a volunteer Governing Board of Directors. The Governing Board is a working board, responsible for managing the business and affairs of the organization and ensuring that VCWWC operates in alignment with its mission and values.
How is the VCWWC Governing Board selected?
- Members of VCWWC nominate and elect board members from within the membership.
- Board members serve two-year terms
- Terms begin in January and conclude in December
- The board is composed of dedicated volunteers committed to the success and sustainability of VCWWC
What does the Governing Board do?
- Provides leadership and strategic direction
- Oversees governance and operations
- Ensures transparency, accountability, and adherence to VCWWC by-laws and policies
- Supports the long-term sustainability and growth of the organization
Governing Board Members
Executive Board Members
Teresa Smith
Founding President
Sharyl Rubin
Vice President/Board Governance Chair
Kandi Schromm
Secretary & Media Relations Chair
Sandi Rees
Treasurer
Tara Gugliara
Membership Chair
LaToya Carey
Director
Irene Harrington
Director/Parliamentarian
Kristen Hanson
Quarterly Meeting Chair
Sheila Jordan
Nomination Chair
LaTonya Daniel
Director
Kim Short
Director/Development Chair
Courtney Edgcomb
Director
Kathy Heverin
Director
Members Emeritus
Debbie Driskell
Lynn Grier
Susan Moor
Bonnie Sagan
Belinda Symmes
Virginia Grant
Sandie Doucette
Carol Kilian
Pat Fahey
Karen Knox
Lucille Cerrato
There are currently no open board positions. However, if you are interested in serving in the future, we encourage you to submit an application.
VCWWC is a 100% volunteer-led organization governed by a dedicated all-volunteer Governing Board of Directors. Our goal is to attract and thoughtfully engage board members who are committed to making a difference in our community and who enthusiastically offer their diverse talents, skills, and passion to support the mission, vision, and goals of VCWWC.
Board Member Roles and Responsibilities
- Strategic planning
- Fundraising and donor relations
- Finance and budgeting
- Marketing and communications
- Special event planning
- Writing and public speaking
- Legal and nonprofit governance
- Member recruitment and cultivation
Key Roles
- Serve as an ambassador for VCWWC
- Help recruit new members
- Represent VCWWC at community events when available
Core Responsibilities
- Demonstrate a strong connection to VCWWC’s mission, vision, and strategic goals
- Attend board meetings, quarterly member meetings, and check presentations when possible
- Serve on or lead committees or task forces, and take on special assignments as needed
- Actively support new opportunities for outreach and fundraising
- Make an annual $120 contribution to support VCWWC’s administrative costs
Service Commitment
Term: Two years (renewable)
Engagement: Active participation is encouraged throughout the term
About VCWWC
Founded in 2017, Volusia County Women Who Care is a giving circle committed to improving lives in Volusia County, Florida. Our members pool their donations and select nonprofit grant recipients each quarter through a member-driven nomination and voting process.
Mission:
To make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals in Volusia County by directing pooled contributions to local 501(c)(3) nonprofits nominated and selected by our members.
Vision:
To create a vibrant and compassionate community where women come together to streamline fundraising and increase the impact of local charities.