P.E.O. Chapter BF members, from left,
Carolyn Holmes Leneway, Kathy Whaley,
Sarah Burgess, Kathy Blech, and Rita McKeegan.
Carolyn Holmes Leneway
P.E.O. Chapter BF in Chandler celebrated the close of a remarkable year of philanthropy and sisterhood—a year that also marked our chapter’s 60th anniversary in 2026—with a spring luncheon hosted by Shannon Gatewood-Smith, complete with a lively gift exchange, wonderful food, and plenty of laughter. The gathering was a joyful capstone to a year in which our chapter excelled in both sisterhood and service.
This year, Chapter BF achieved outstanding success in fundraising, highlighted by our “Lasso a Christmas Star” luncheon event, which raised nearly $20,000. These funds allow us to support P.E.O.’s international educational projects and help women of all ages and backgrounds pursue their academic goals through scholarships, grants, and loans. Our chapter takes great pride in contributing financially to women’s goals, but also in maintaining personal connections with recipients—encouraging them as they work toward brighter futures.
P.E.O. is an international women’s organization dedicated to motivating, educating, and celebrating women by supporting educational opportunities for women. While our mission is serious and deeply meaningful, we also enjoy the warmth of frequent gatherings, shared service, and genuine friendship. For more information on joining P.E.O. Chapter BF or recommending a woman who needs educational support, contact Carolyn Leneway at PEOleneway@gmail.com. For more information on P.E.O., check www.peointernational.org.