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President's Message

Greetings!

In the month of April, we recognize Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Child Abuse Prevention Month. The first Tuesday of April is “Wear Teal Day” to show support for survivors. Since this is the day before our membership meeting on April 8, let’s wear something “teal” to show solidarity in spreading awareness to end sexual violence.

I look forward to seeing you at the Business Meeting on Wednesday, April 8. The meeting will be held at the Camp Hill Giant Community Center starting with a social time starting at 5:30 pm. It is a closed meeting to members only to discuss future plans for the club. The meeting will begin at 6:00 pm with a lite meal. We will hold an installation of new member Ruth Woodlen, vote on the slate of officers for the next biennium, and discuss budgets. We will need a quorum so please plan to attend. Please notify Deb Crum by Monday, April 6 if you do not plan to attend.

Did you see that a picture and story of our celebration for International Women’s Day/Rose Day appears on the ZI Facebook page and in the Share Your Story on the ZI website? Thanks to Alice and the Service Committee for coordinating this project. It was so well received by our like-minded partners and legislative friends.

Remember to attend the BINGO event on Saturday, April 18th (see information later in this issue). It is the last fundraiser of the year. Bring your friends and colleagues for an afternoon of fun! We love to give our service monies to our community partners in May. Your support is key!

The Advocacy Committee will once again participate in the Crime Victims’ Rights Rally to be held on Monday, April 20 and has planned a social media campaign for National Victim’s Rights week from April 19-26. (See information later in this issue).

Lastly, I hope you can attend the Zonta District 3 Spring Area Workshop on Saturday, April 25 from 9:00 am to Noon via Zoom. The topic is Focus on You: Self Care. Cost is $15.00. You can watch these presentations with your cup of coffee in the comfort of your home. See you there!

Kathy Gates, President

April 8, 2026 Meeting

As required by our by-laws, this is our Annual Business Meeting and we look forward to having a full room! It's a wonderful (and important) opportunity to learn more about the operations of our Club and contribute your 'voice'.

Reminder: we're meeting at the Camp Hill Giant Community Center (2nd floor).

From Salla Tuominen, President 2024-2026 Zonta International and Zonta Foundation for Women

"CSW70 comes at a time of great uncertainty in our world. Yet, when I stand with my fellow Zontians, I am confident that the future holds promise, as we keep our heads high, our values close to our hearts and our Zonta Spirit strong. I am inspired by the passion I see in Zontians and the commitment I witnessed throughout CSW70.

At the same time, this year’s session underscored something undeniable: the need for Zonta’s advocacy has never been more urgent. Across discussions, it became clear that progress for women and girls is facing renewed resistance and that the defense of gender equality cannot be left to others. If we want to see a world that respects the dignity, safety and rights of every woman and girl, we must continue to raise our voices—loudly, persistently and together.

CSW70 reaffirmed that Zonta’s role is not symbolic; it is essential. Our credibility, our data-driven approach and our global network make us a meaningful force for change, but only if we use them boldly. I look forward to the actions you will take in our upcoming campaigns and, of course, the momentum we will build together as we move toward convention."

70th Session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW70). This annual summit is the largest worldwide gathering on women’s rights and is the principal global intergovernmental body dedicated to promoting gender equality and women's empowerment; and Zonta was there, in the heart of it all.

In Our Community

Crime Awareness Victims Week Starts April 19. We will have a table at the rally held at Capitol Rotunda on Monday, April 20. We have participated in this event for several years.

Please join us at 10 am-11 am for networking with others and 11 am for the program. It is a time to join with others to make a difference in victims of crimes lives. Hope to see you there. Everyone knows someone.

News conference announcing the formation and legislative priorities of the bipartisan, bicameral Pennsylvania Anti-Human Trafficking (AHT) Caucus - Pennsylvania Senate Republicans

Anti-Human Trafficking Caucus | Capitol Media Center

Membership Update

Great news! We will install new member Ruth Woodlen at the membership meeting on April 8. Congratulations and welcome, Ruth!

We will hold an orientation on Saturday, May 9 and all members are welcome to attend.

Remember to submit your membership dues to Deb Crum (See the March newsletter for an excellent presentation of the dues). You can bring them to the April meeting.

We had a fun and successful meeting on March 11 with 18 members and 7 guests in attendance. We encourage members to help share the message and opportunities offered by Paint Positive.

April Birthdays:

Amy Martin, Grace Huber, Kathleen O'Malley, Alice Kirchner, Judy Redlawsk

Zonta Anniversary:

Maggie Fitter, Renee Lariff, Margaret Duncan - April 5, 2024

Amy Martin, Brianna Hoglen, Gloria Cudicio-Hayden, Mandi Fratini - April 8, 2025

Kathy Gates and Alisha Whysong encourage members to paint positive messages. Alisha's personal story and the action she and her husband took in response to their daughter's suicide is making a difference!

Gloria and Amy working on building their posters to help provide encouraging words.

Some of our 'creations' will make their way to a local women's shelter to offer positive encouragement.

Service Committee Activities

This month, members of the service committee are visiting 2 important community organizations, Bethesda Mission Women's Shelter and Downtown Daily Bread. We want to have a direct understanding of their programs, services, opportunities and challenges. In advance, we thank them for making time for us to visit!

Additionally, we have another workday scheduled at Libby Urie Food Pantry. If you're available to join us on Thursday, April 23, between 10 am and 2:30 pm, please contact Suzanne.

Greenlight Operation is looking for volunteers to support their 6th annual Run 4 Restoration on Saturday, May 2 at City Island. You can participle as a runner, walker, member of the set up/take down crew and monitor / cheerleader along the course (nice and flat!!), Please contact Alice for additional information or go to https://www.greenlightoperation.org/events/

Fundraising Update

We hope to see lots of members, friends and family on Saturday April 18, 2026 for our

5th Annual BINGO Fundraiser!

Tickets sales are underway! We appreciate all members selling 2 tickets or having a plan to join us for bingo and bring a guest! Opportunities for additional options to support this fundraiser have been forwarded to you through email; Food and beverage needs and hands on assistance for set-up and tear down on day of event.

Thank you for your interest and support of this final fundraiser for 2025-2026. This is a great opportunity to raise $$’s and have FUN!

Did you know? All the proceeds from fundraisers (e.g. festival parking, wreaths, pecans, bingo) are returned at the end of each year to our local community organizations and to Zonta International to support the global projects.

A donation in honor of birthdays, anniversaries or other special events is a great way to support the Foundation throughout the year.

Donations to the Zonta Club of Harrisburg-Hershey Foundation may be sent anytime to;

Zonta Club of Harrisburg-Hershey Foundation

P.O. Box 590 ~ Hummelstown, Pa 17036

Thank you for helping to build a better world for women and girls!

Zonta International | Vancouver 2026 | Women's Rights Convention

Join us in Vancouver for Zonta International's 2026 Convention.

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