The 2014 Lillian Parks Thomas Award was presented to Rita C. White of the Dallas, TX Chapter at the Continental Societies, Incorporated convened in Houston, TX for its 58th National Conclave recently. Every two years the organization bestows its highest honor upon a member who has demonstrated commitment to the Continental cause on the national, regional and local levels.
This Continental exemplifies the highest standards of character and leadership. Only one award is given from the entire membership of 46 chapters in the United States, the District of Columbia and Bermuda.
Rita’s success as a member of Continental Societies, Incorporated represents only one area of the multifaceted, influential arena in which she participates. As a full-fledged member of the Dallas community, she is considered one of the “movers and shakers,” being actively involved in political and civic organizations throughout the City of Dallas and its multiple communities. Rita’s dedication to the greater Dallas community has been recognized by many community organizations because of her involvement, not only as a member of the Dallas Chapter of Continental Societies, Incorporated, but a myriad of other charitable and governmental bodies lending services that fit the mission of Continental Societies, Incorporated.
Nominees must have significantly contributed to their chapter as well as to the national organization, and be involved in the community. Involvement is through demonstrated service to the children and families with special needs in the areas of Health, Education, Employment, Recreation plus Arts and Humanities. In addition, she must have served as an officer or committee chairperson at the local, regional and or national level.
Continental Societies, Incorporated is a service orientated organization of women whose mission is to create environments within our communities that empower children to have access to quality and appropriate opportunities to reach their optimal potential.
