NCFRW – Celebrating America's 250th Birthday all year long! | | |
From Erica Vedeikis, NCFRW President
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For The Love Of It All
February is a month filled with reminders of both love of country and love of community.
As we celebrate Valentine’s Day, let us recommit ourselves to the principles we hold dear and the future we want to protect for our families. Presidents’ Day also gives us an opportunity to reflect on strong leadership and the responsibility each generation has to preserve our Republic.
Early Voting for the Primary begins February 12 and runs through February 28, with Primary Election Day on March 3. I hope you have enjoyed getting to know your state and local candidates and are ready to make your voice heard. Please remember to bring your family, friends, and neighbors with you to the polls—every vote matters.
This is an important Midterm election, and the work we do now determines how strong and prepared our November ballot will be. Let’s stay engaged, stay informed, and make sure we are ready for the battles ahead.
Erica Vedeikis
President, North Carolina Federation of Republican Women
| | Reflection by Margaux Holland, Chaplain | | |
A stone of remembrance is called an Ebenezer stone. Didn’t your mind just race to Ebenezer Scrooge in Charles Dickens, The Christmas Carol? Today this is how we know this name but biblically, Ebenezer stones were created by God’s direction and Prophet’s worship as places of where God did mighty things in the deliverance of the Hebrew people, 1 Samuel 7:12 & Joshua 4:20.
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| | 2026 Winter Board Meeting | |
Want to Hear God Laugh, Make Plans!
We found this out the hard way when a Winter Storm landed in North Carolina, dropping snow in all 100 counties across North Carolina the weekend of January 31 - February 1.
Thank you to everyone who worked with us to move our 2026 Winter Board Meeting from a physical meeting in Beaufort, NC to a Virtual Meeting from the comfort of your home!
Our first In-Person Event for 2026 will be our Spring Board Meeting in Raleigh, NC Saturday, May 2 - Sunday, May 3!
| NCFRW Hosts First Congressional Candidate Forum | | |
CD1 Candidate Forum Moved Virtual
On Friday, January 30, as a historic snowstorm began to sweep across all 100 counties in North Carolina, the North Carolina Federation of Republican Women (NCFRW) stepped up to the plate and successfully hosted an online forum featuring all five Republican candidates for U.S. Congress in the newly redistricted First Congressional District: Laurie Buckhout, Ashley Nicole Russell, Bobby Hanig, Asa Buck, and Eric Rouse.
Click here to see the NFRW News Article
| | New Social Media Guidelines | |
At our Winter Board Meeting, we introduced new Social Media Guidelines.
The North Carolina Federation of Republican Women (NCFRW) and its member clubs are the unified voice of Republican Women across our state. We are committed to providing a safe and respectful space for women to discuss and disseminate information about Republican candidates, causes, and values.
The guidelines provided in the Link below will help us meet our goals of providing that safe and respectful space for our women. If you need any assistance in changing settings or updating Social Media Platforms, please reach out to us at thencfrw@gmail.com.
Social Media Guidelines
| New NFRW Campaign Awards Form & Training | | |
The NFRW is excited to announce a significant upgrade to the Campaign Awards program for the 2026-2027 term.
The new report form will be part of the NFRW website and database system at NFRW.org and is now available.
Clubs, please have your first report period hours and calls ready to report in February. The first report period covers July 1-December 31, 2025 and is DUE FEBRUARY 28, 2026.
Presidents, if you missed the training, you can see it here.
Campaign Awards Reporting Tutorial
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With the passage of the Bylaw amendments on Saturday, January 31, 2026, NCFRW has officially moved to a seven-region map. As a result, we are seeking qualified candidates to serve as Regional Vice Presidents for:
• Region 1 – Western Mountain Region
• Region 6 – Northeast Region
Regional VPs must be a member in good standing with their local NCFRW Club and reside within the Region they will represent.
The duties of a Regional Vice President, as outlined in the NCFRW Bylaws, include:
- Serve as a liaison between the Local Clubs in her region and the Board of Directors;
- Act for the President when requested;
- Promote the expansion of clubs in areas assigned by the President with the consent of the Board of Directors;
- Preside at one regional meeting per year (in person or electronically) for the benefit of officers and members within the region. Regional meetings should be self-supporting through reasonable registration fees; however, the Executive Board may provide NCFRW funds for securing appropriate locations and arrangements. All registration income reverts to NCFRW;
- Recommend up to four Area Representatives for her region to the Executive Committee for approval;
- Maintain open communication within the region with county NCGOP organizations and assist the work of the Party as able;
- Perform such other duties as may be assigned by the President.
If you are interested in serving in one of these roles, please email President Erica Vedeikis at thencfrw@gmail.com.
Please include a brief resume and a short statement explaining why you would like to serve.
All expressions of interest must be received no later than February 21, 2026. Nominees will be announced, and a Special Board of Directors Zoom call will be held for the express purpose of voting on these two positions on March 8, 2026.
| NFRW America 250 Membership Challenge | |
A Challenge for Every Club
The America 250 Membership Challenge spans both years of President Jenkins’ term, with three progressive achievement levels that clubs can pursue annually. Earn one, two, or all three each year to celebrate your dedication and progress!
America 250 Information Sheet
America 250 Levels
| NCFRW Committees for 2026-2027 | |
We are building our statewide committees for the 2026-2027 term. If you are interested in serving on a Statewide Committee, please click the link below and fill out the interest form.
Committee Interest Form
| | NC Republican Women Virtual Club | | |
Coming soon to an internet enabled device near you is the NC Republican Women Virtual Club. This club will be a federated club within the NCFRW and offer virtual meetings for ladies who are not near one of our great Local Clubs and still want to be involved. This club will also be accepting Associate Members. We are planning a few statewide Zoom sessions with some great speakers to get this club off the ground. If you are interested in this Club, please click the link below and fill out the interest form.
Virtual Club Interest Form
| | Your Club and Your Bylaws | |
Your Club Bylaws are Everyone's Bylaws
Every member plays a vital role in keeping our clubs strong, and that begins with understanding your club’s bylaws. These rules aren’t just for officers—they guide how we conduct business, make decisions, and protect fairness within our organization.
I encourage every member to take a few minutes between now and your January club meeting to refresh yourself with your bylaws. An informed membership strengthens our clubs, supports our leaders, and ensures we are all working together with clarity and purpose.
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- March 12 – 14, 2026: NFRW Board Meeting & Legislative Day, Alexandria, VA
- May 1-3, 2026: Spring Board Meeting, Doubletree, Raleigh
- Tuesday, May 19, 2026: NCFRW Legislative Day, Raleigh
- CHANGED: June 11 - 14, 2026: NCGOP Convention, Koury Conv. Center
- Aug. 15-16, 2026: Summer Board Meeting (new this year) Village Inn Events Ctr, Clemmons
- Sept. 17, 2026: Constitution Day
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Nov. 14-15, 2026: Fall Board Mtg (Tribute to Women) Koury Conv. Center
- Feb. 27-28, 2027: Winter Board Mtg (RISE), Beaufort Hotel, Beaufort, NC
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Hear ye, hear ye...to help celebrate America's 250th year and our great Regent program, join or renew now for year 2026! Bronze, Silver or Gold.
We currently have more than 85 members including a few Club memberships.
We will have new gifts for 2026, new events and special recognition!
Remember, you can make payments or pay all at one time. We would love to have 100 Regent members in 2026. Let's get started on that now! Remember, our 250th celebration for our Country and another great year for our Regents!
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JOIN THE NCFRW REGENTS PROGRAM
Heartfelt thanks to our members and friends who support NCFRW through our Regents program. You enable us to achieve our goals.
We are excited to announce that your club may be a REGENT CLUB.
Thank you to our Founding Regent Clubs:
GOLD REGENT CLUB
FAYETTEVILLE REPUBLICAN WOMEN'S CLUB
SILVER REGENT CLUBS
BRUNSWICK COUNTY REPUBLICAN WOMEN'S CLUB
CRYSTAL COAST REPUBLICAN WOMEN'S CLUB
ONSLOW COUNTY REPUBLICAN WOMEN
BRONZE REGENT CLUBS
CATAWBA COUNTY LEAGUE OF REPUBLICAN WOMEN
EAST CAROLINA REPUBLICAN WOMEN
NCFRW Regents for 2026:
GOLD - Dena Barnes, Elaine Bologna, Stephanie Broughton, Debbie Dennis, Mary Frances Forrester, Angela Hawkins, Didi Hedrick, Kristine Hunt, Martha Jenkins, Diane LeBlanc, Sandra Patterson, Felice Pete, Brenda Rembert, Carol Ulrich, Angela Vacek, Erica Vedeikis, Ciel Wasserman, Vivian West, Jackie Weyhenmeyer, Kay Wildt
SILVER - Christine Card, Jo Clark, Janice Craig, Cindy Edwards, Stephanie Franks, Linda Hill, Margeaux Holland, Misty Nagy, Michele Nix, Terri Penzenstadler, Leisa Rowe, Heather Swift, Susan Whetstine
BRONZE - Diane Bauer, Laura Cox, Cara Dohner, Kathleen Flanigan, Suzanne Forsythe, Ann James, Lisa James, Pilar Page, Margaret Smetana, Catherine Stash
*If your name is missing please contact NCFRWRegents@gmail.com.
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