Central Texas RW - Caring for America
Central Texas Republican Women care for America by serving within our community. Our goal for Caring for America is to encourage Republican women to show their compassionate and caring philosophy while being a club dedicated to Republican activity. Our outreach is directly involved in improving people’s lives by assisting local and nationwide programs that share this mission.
Our Caring for America activity spans from collecting food for the local food pantry to sending care packages to our Border Patrol or Law Enforcement agencies, to providing stuffed animals, snacks, or journals for a non-profit that serves children, and even serving on Boards or volunteering.
Bubble Fun at Family Fair
Central Texas Republican Women Caring for America community engagement team hosted a bubble tent at the 2025 Children's Advocacy Center of Central Texas Family Child Abuse Prevention Fair in Harker Heights, TX. The team had a bubble machine going and handed out goodie bags and individual bubbles. Over 500 families attended the fair.
Sponsor for LULAC Quincetera
Coming of age in the Hispanic culture for young ladies is community event. Central Texas Republican Women was proud to be a sponsor and attend the Quincetera for these three young ladies.
Focus on Local Food Insecurity
Food insecurity touches so many families and Central Texas Republican Women members care by bringing food items which are donated to the Killeen Food Care Center. In addition, we send a monetary Caring for America donation so they can purchase supplies needed.
Christmas 2025 Toy, Bed, & Clothing Drive
Children are at the core of Central Texas RW Caring for American 2026 project as the Club joins hands with local non-profit Jeffrey's Tree. When children have clean clothes, food to eat, and beds to sleep on - insecurities and vulnerabilities start to decrease so they can be healthy and good students in school. It truly takes a village. In addition, Club members help sort, distribute, and donated $950 to the effort.
Central Texas RW - Americanism & Armed Services
What has Central Texas RW done to celebrate and embrace Americanism?
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Supporting our troops and honoring our Veterans
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Present a program on the Constitution and observe Flag Protocol
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Community Service and Involvement
In God We Trust Project
God has been part of the American story since the first settlers stepped onto the continent. The phrase, In God We Trust, first appeared on coins during the bloody Civil War. After WWII the effects of godless governments were emblazoned on the minds and hearts of all Americans and in 1956 the phrase was voted unanimously by Congress to be the United States National Motto. Also, under Eisenhower’s administration the National Motto was to be printed on the U.S. paper currency and the words Under God, were included in the Pledge of Allegiance. In 2011, Congressman Randy Forbes sponsored a resolution, that passed almost unanimously, that In God We Trust is indeed our National Motto and should be widely displayed. Many attempts to remove the mention of God from the public square have been made, but the courts have repeatedly rejected those efforts saying that simple references to God do not violate the U.S. Constitution, and the legal right to display the National Motto has been upheld. The 87th Texas Legislature amended Education Code 1.004 on the Display of the National Motto. The new law reads, “A public elementary of secondary school or an institution of higher education…must display in a conspicuous place in each building of the school or institution, a durable poster or framed copy of the United States National Motto, “In God We Trust”, if the poster or framed copy meets the requirements of Subsection (b) and is (1) donated for display at the school or institution…” In April of 2022, Abbie Cotham who was a Junior attending Lake Belton High School chose the "In God We Trust" project for her Senior year. Abbie, worked with her teachers and school principal to promote her project. In November, we saw this project finish with a presentation of 20 framed posters to Belton ISD. We are proud of our young conservative for a wonderful Americanism project.
Tribute to Veterans - Quilts of Valor
Central Texas Republican Women supporting our community especially Veterans. Early on in the two-year cycle, we collaborated with Quilts of Valor to recognize our Primary and Associate Members with a very special “Tribute to our Veterans.” 25 Quilts were given to our Veterans. We had representation from all branch of services and Veterans from World War II, Korean War, Vietnam War, Iraqi War and Afghanistan. In November 2024, eight more Quilts of Valor were given to Veterans. We are proud to continue this legacy of honoring our Veterans for their sacrifice and serve. The mission of the Quilts of Valor Foundation is to cover a service members and veterans touched by war with comforting and healing Quilts of Valor. Laura Winckle a CTRW Member is Regional Director for Quilts of Valor, Texas Group: Quilters with a Heart. Quilts of Valor is a Non-Profit Organization. One quilt can cost up to $250.00 to complete and take anywhere from 3 months to a year to complete depending on the type and design. CTRW did contribute $200.00 to the Foundation.
National Day of Prayer
Central Texas Republican Women celebrated the National Day of Prayer both years. We are fortunate that our County Officials support us and allowed us to Pray for America on our Court House Steps. We celebrated both days of prayer with our sister club, Salado Area Republican Women. The Color Guard was provided the Bell County Sheriff’s Office. Attendance has been phenomenal and this has become a yearly event for our clubs.
Annual Belton, Texas 4th of July Parade
One of the oldest Parades in the US celebrating the 4th of July. CTRW has participated annually. With an estimated 30,000+ people lining the streets, and a live televised broadcast reaching around the world, the 100-year tradition of the Belton 4th of July Celebration will include a 1 1/2 mile parade route running south on Main Street (FM317) from the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor to the Bell County Courthouse, then east on Central Avenue, and north on Birdwell to the Belton Police Memorial. All Supporting Organizations of the Republican Party of Bell County participated and our float was one of the very best recognized in Bell County. Everyone participating couldn’t get over the cheers and standing ovations as we proudly made our way down Main Street. The float was completely full both years with riders Young and Old! All sporting their Patriotic Spirit!
Remember & Honor Veterans
We honor and recognize our Veterans. For one of our Veterans Day projects, Americanism Chair Michele Weisman organized a letter writing campaign for the community and members to express appreciation. These notes were delivered to the William R. Courtney Texas State Veterans Home
Santa's Workshop - It's a Great Place
Fort Cavazos is situated right in our Central Texas RW community. CTRW members made a fun project to donate toys (fill the toy box) at one of their meetings. Then members volunteered to serve as 'elves' helping a military family member shop for toys so their children will have a Great Christmas.
Central Texas RW - Member Political Activities
Republican Women are the "heartbeat" of the Party here and across the great state of Texas. One of our goals in Central Texas RW is for women to be informed, engaged, and empowered to converse in political conversations and even run for office as a candidate. Perhaps you have seen or been involved in one of the many political activities.
Did you know that we, the Central Texas RW, are the strongest when we cheer each other on? Yes, we are! Your contributions, phone calls, holding voter registrations, volunteering at the Republican Party Headquarters, serving as a Clerk or Judge in an election, serving as a Precinct Chair, going to meetings, attending political events such as Pints and Politics, and even talking to your next-door neighbor about the elections, it ALL matters; even if it’s small, it’s still a BIG WIN! Our strength, beliefs, commitment, excitement, and drive make a difference, leading to changes! When we combine our hours with all the clubs in Texas - wow!
Central Texas RW are Active
Here is how many hours members of CTRW have contributed in some type of Political Activity - all volunteer hours. Do you know that each volunteer hour is worth $33.49 per hour? (Source: Do Good Institute)
Dinner & a Movie
February 2023 Central Texas RW invited the community to watch the movie, "Miss Virginia" which was sponsored by our good friends, AFP. After the movie, there was a panel to discuss "School Choice", which is a priority for the upcoming 88th Legislative Session.
GOTV (Get Out The Vote)
Central Texas RW helps our State & Local Republican Candidates to engage voters in our Bell County Community by Block Walking or Phone Bank Calling for them.
Together we will keep Bell County Red.
Essential Candidate Tools Workshop
Educational opportunities for Republican candidates is essential so they are better equipped to have a successful campaign. CTRW provided a panel of elected officials and campaign strategists who shared insight to new or seasoned candidates. Participants were invited to hone their elevator pitches.