Federation History

South Carolina Federation
of Republican Women

Leading the Way in South Carolina since 1961.

Federation History

A History of the South Carolina Federation of Republican Women

The South Carolina Federation of Republican Women (SCFRW) was founded in 1961, and 2008 marks our 47th year of continued service in the political arena.

The tireless efforts of Mrs. Connie Armitage and Mrs. Pat Barnes in 1960 and 1961 laid the foundation for the vibrant and productive SCFRW of today. The SCFRW is comprised of about 1,200 members statewide with 27 active local units. It was through the dedicated efforts of the hundreds of women who came before who have produced the energetic and enthusiastic membership of 2008.

The purpose of the organization, as set forth in bylaws drawn up in 1961, have remained virtually unchanged. Then, as now, the SCFRW is in accord with the NFRW bylaws and guidelines:

To promote an informed public through political educational activity
To increase the effectiveness of women in the cause of good government
To facilitate cooperation between National and state federations
To foster loyalty to the Republican Party and to promote its principles
To support objectives and policies of the Republican National Committee
To work for the election of the Republican Party nominees

The SCFRW is divided into six districts according to the Congressional districts. Unit clubs participate in local, state and national campaigns.

Members raise funds and lobby for legislation on various issues. Community service is provided through avenues that each local unit selects in their immediate area.

Federated Republican Women serve their communities, their state and their nation in elected and appointed positions throughout the various levels of government.

PAST PRESIDENTS:

LaDonna Ryggs: 2006 - 2007
Linda Butler-Johnson: 2004 - 2005
Jan Allgood: 2002 - 2003
June Smith: 1998 - 2001
Frances Stogner (deceased) 1993 - 1997
Ann Lucas (deceased) 1992 - 1993
Irby Schultz 1988 - 1991
Sharon Chellis 1984 - 1987
Betty Janzen 1980 - 1983
Ginny Childs (deceased) 1976 - 1979
Ann Ebersbach 1972 - 1975
Beverly Ebner Gosnell 1966 - 1971
Susan Kirkpatrick 1964 - 1965
Connie Armitage Antonsen** 1961 - 1964
**founding member also served as NFRW President 1972 - 1975