Ladies For Literacy Guild

In the spirit of service, the Ladies for Literacy Guild mobilizes resources to foster a love of reading through the power of literacy.

Ladies for Literacy Guild is a dynamic group of women committed to carrying forth Barbara Bush’s legacy in literacy and supporting the Barbara Bush Houston Literacy Foundation.

Their mission is to READ:

Rally members and supporters to advance the literacy cause;

Enrich lives through literacy programs;

Advocate for the importance of literacy; and

Devote time, talent and treasure to ensure the success of the Foundation’s mission.

Join the Ladies for Literacy Guild

If you are seeking an organization to expand your network while making a difference in the community, then become a member of the Ladies for Literacy Guild.

Stories of Impact

Ladies for Literacy Guild Dedicates New Library at Spring Branch Boys & Girls Club

Barbara Bush Children’s Library is Unveiled at the Women’s Home in Spring Branch

100 Spring Branch ISD Elementary Students Enjoy the Magical World of Dr. Seuss Made Possible by the Ladies For Literacy Guild

Power of Literacy Luncheon Recap

Our Ladies for Literacy Guild gathered at The Post Oak Hotel for their signature event, the Power of Literacy Luncheon: The Gift of Reading, with Emmy Award winner Kristin Chenoweth as the featured guest speaker!

Member Spotlight

Meet Maureen Higdon

Meet Maureen Higdon, a dedicated member of the Ladies for Literacy Guild, whose Guild journey began about six years ago after being inspired by friends and Guild members like Betty Hrncir, Lilly Andress, and Ginger Blanton. Their unwavering commitment and the positive word-of-mouth within the Guild community captured Higdon's attention, along with a deep admiration for the late Barbara Bush and her tireless dedication to literacy.

What people are saying…

“To continue the literacy legacy of Mrs. Bush has been such a joyful experience in my life, and to see a child's world change through the power of literacy is a gift and a blessing for which I am so grateful.”

— Founding Member and Past President Trish Morille

Ladies of Literacy Guild Over the Years

LADIES FOR LITERACY EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

President - Sandra Shenkir

President-Elect - Maureen Higdon

Treasurer - Deborah Stavis

Secretary - Mary Sage 

Co-Vice President of Membership - Stick Delaup

Co-Vice President of Membership - Betty Hrncir

Co-Vice President of Volunteers - Deborah Dunkum 

Co-Vice President of Volunteers - Julie Little

Vice President of Community Projects - Donatella Benckenstein

Vice President of Community Projects - Carla Stevens 

Committee Chairs    

Co-Chair of Community Book Drive - Trenette Allen 

Co-Chair of Community Book Drive - Kathy Goossen 

Co-Chair of Community Book Drive - Jan Griesenbeck

Co-Chair of Community Book Drive - Gina Saour

Co-Chair of Grant Committee - Karen Baker 

Co-Chair of Grant Committee - Lucy Lewis

Co-Chair of Communications - Nina Rand

Chair of First Lady’s Book Club - Trish Morille

Chair of Power of Literacy Luncheon - Diane Gendel

Chair of Power of Literacy Luncheon - Mehrnaz Gil

  Members at Large  

Trenette Allen Lilly Andress  

Ginger Blanton Lesha Elsenbrook Leah Stasney

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