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ABOUT
OUR PURPOSE
The Mississippi Federation of Republican Women is a member of the National Federation of Republican Women. Founded in 1938, the Federation is a grassroots organization with over 57,000 members and over 1,200 local clubs across the nation, making it one of the largest and most influential women’s political organizations in the country.Â
As members of a financially and operationally independent organization, we strengthen the Republican Party by recruiting, training and electing candidates; advocating the Party’s philosophy and initiatives; and empowering women of all ages, ethnicities, and backgrounds in the political process.Â
OBJECTIVES
Our Aims and Ambitions
Inform the Public
Through political and legislative education, training, and activity.
Recruit, Train, and Elect
Republican candidates for various offices.
Protect Electoral Integrity
Safeguarding the integrity of our electoral process.
Promote Republican Principles
Advocating for the principles, objectives, and policies of the Republican Party.
Unite Organizations
Facilitating cooperation among state and club organizations.
Empower Women
Increasing the effectiveness of women in the cause of good government.
PRESIDENT
Penny Payne
Penny Payne is a highly dedicated and accomplished individual who has made significant contributions to various Republican and community organizations in Mississippi. Her involvement spans across political, religious, and charitable sectors, showcasing her commitment to serving her community in multiple capacities.
In addition to serving as the current President of MFRW, Penny also serves as the National Federation of Republican Women’s Faith Coalition Region 5 Coordinator. In her political engagement, Penny has also held prominent roles within the Mississippi Federation of Republican Women (MFRW)…
PRESIDENT
Penny Payne
Penny Payne is a highly dedicated and accomplished individual who has made significant contributions to various Republican and community organizations in Mississippi. Her involvement spans across political, religious, and charitable sectors, showcasing her commitment to serving her community in multiple capacities.
Penny Payne is a highly dedicated and accomplished individual who has made significant contributions to various Republican and community organizations in Mississippi. Her involvement spans across political, religious, and charitable sectors, showcasing her commitment to serving her community in multiple capacities.
In addition to serving as the current President of MFRW, Penny also serves as the National Federation of Republican Women’s Faith Coalition Region 5 Coordinator. In her political engagement, Penny has also held prominent roles within the Mississippi Federation of Republican Women (MFRW). Her journey within the MFRW has seen her progression from serving as the MFRW Secretary, MFRW Third Vice President, to her current position as the MFRW President. In addition to her responsibilities within the MFRW, Penny has also actively participated in committees such as the NFRW Fundraising Committee, MFRW Legislative Day Committee, and MFRW Convention Committee. Her involvement also extends to the Harrison County Republican Executive Committee, where she serves on several sub-committees.
Penny’s commitment to Republican ideals is further demonstrated through her leadership, as the immediate Past President of the Harrison County Republican Women (HCRW), serving in that capacity from 2017 to 2023. She has a long-standing history with HCRW, having been a member since 1986. Her dedication is evident in her prior role as the Secretary of HCRW from 2013 to 2016. Throughout her time with HCRW, she has chaired and served on various committees, contributing significantly to the organization’s activities and growth.
Outside of her political involvement, Penny is an active member of her community and her church. With a Master of Arts in Theology, she and her husband, Greg, serve as the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Co-Coordinators in her local Catholic Church. Her commitment to her faith is evident through her roles as an Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist, a member of the Pastoral Council, the Liturgical and Spiritual Life Committee, the Vocations Committee, and as a Minister of the Sick.
Penny’s dedication to charitable work extends beyond her church involvement. She volunteers for various non-profit organizations, including the Gulfport Historical Society and the Fellowship Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star. Her involvement with these organizations highlights her commitment to preserving local history and promoting charitable causes.
Professionally, Penny is a nationally certified paralegal, employed by one of Mississippi’s largest and most respected law firms, showcasing her expertise in the legal field.
Overall, Penny Payne’s extensive involvement in political, religious, charitable, and professional organizations reflects her passion for contributing to her community in a variety of meaningful ways. Her dedication, leadership, and diverse skill set make her a valued and respected individual within the Mississippi Gulf Coast region.
Penny is married to Gregory Payne, and they reside in Biloxi with her mom, Elizabeth Baker.
PRESIDENT
Penny Payne
Penny Payne is a highly dedicated and accomplished individual who has made significant contributions to various Republican and community organizations in Mississippi. Her involvement spans across political, religious, and charitable sectors, showcasing her commitment to serving her community in multiple capacities.
In addition to serving as the current President of MFRW, Penny also serves as the National Federation of Republican Women’s Faith Coalition Region 5 Coordinator. In her political engagement, Penny has also held prominent roles within the Mississippi Federation of Republican Women (MFRW)…
Penny Payne is a highly dedicated and accomplished individual who has made significant contributions to various Republican and community organizations in Mississippi. Her involvement spans across political, religious, and charitable sectors, showcasing her commitment to serving her community in multiple capacities.
In addition to serving as the current President of MFRW, Penny also serves as the National Federation of Republican Women’s Faith Coalition Region 5 Coordinator. In her political engagement, Penny has also held prominent roles within the Mississippi Federation of Republican Women (MFRW). Her journey within the MFRW has seen her progression from serving as the MFRW Secretary, MFRW Third Vice President, to her current position as the MFRW President. In addition to her responsibilities within the MFRW, Penny has also actively participated in committees such as the NFRW Fundraising Committee, MFRW Legislative Day Committee, and MFRW Convention Committee. Her involvement also extends to the Harrison County Republican Executive Committee, where she serves on several sub-committees.
Penny’s commitment to Republican ideals is further demonstrated through her leadership, as the immediate Past President of the Harrison County Republican Women (HCRW), serving in that capacity from 2017 to 2023. She has a long-standing history with HCRW, having been a member since 1986. Her dedication is evident in her prior role as the Secretary of HCRW from 2013 to 2016. Throughout her time with HCRW, she has chaired and served on various committees, contributing significantly to the organization’s activities and growth.
Outside of her political involvement, Penny is an active member of her community and her church. With a Master of Arts in Theology, she and her husband, Greg, serve as the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) Co-Coordinators in her local Catholic Church. Her commitment to her faith is evident through her roles as an Extraordinary Minister of the Eucharist, a member of the Pastoral Council, the Liturgical and Spiritual Life Committee, the Vocations Committee, and as a Minister of the Sick.
Penny’s dedication to charitable work extends beyond her church involvement. She volunteers for various non-profit organizations, including the Gulfport Historical Society and the Fellowship Chapter of the Order of the Eastern Star. Her involvement with these organizations highlights her commitment to preserving local history and promoting charitable causes.
Professionally, Penny is a nationally certified paralegal, employed by one of Mississippi’s largest and most respected law firms, showcasing her expertise in the legal field.
Overall, Penny Payne’s extensive involvement in political, religious, charitable, and professional organizations reflects her passion for contributing to her community in a variety of meaningful ways. Her dedication, leadership, and diverse skill set make her a valued and respected individual within the Mississippi Gulf Coast region.
Penny is married to Gregory Payne, and they reside in Biloxi with her mom, Elizabeth Baker.
LEADERSHIP
Executive Committee
BOARD
committee chairs
- Standing Committees
- SPECIAL Committees
Dana Stringer
Chair
Past MFRW President
Dss39047@yahoo.com
Jean Hill (Lafayette CRW)
Vice Chair
jeanwarehill@gmail.com
Bonnie Holland
MFRW Secretary
Advisor
Holland_bonnie@yahoo.com
Members:
Kathy Henry
Past MFRW President
Kathy39047@gmail.com
Jeanne Luckey
Past MFRW President
ahluckey@aol.com
Sue Morrison (Union CRW)
Chair
suecfnp@gmail.com
Shelia Spann (Madison CRW)
Vice Chair
Dana StringerÂ
Advisor
Past MFRW President
Dss39047@yahoo.com
Kay Forsman (Winston CRW)
Chair
kayforsman@gmail.com
Emily Speed (Madison CRW)
Vice Chair
emily@speedcres.com
Betty Farmer
Advisor
MFRW 1st Vice President
Bfarmer79@yahoo.com
Member:
Addison Walsh (Rankin CRW)
Walsh.addisonj@gmail.com
Cathy Copeland (DeSoto CRW)
Chair
Cathycopeland1@gmail.com
Rhonda Weaver (Lee CRW)
Vice Chair
RKWeaver4420@gmail.com
Georgia Griffin
Advisor
MFRW Treasurer
Gabeth1953@gmail.com
Members:
Keri Abernathy
NFRW 4th Vice President
Past MFRW President
Keriabernathy@hotmail.com
Linda Wilson (MFRW 2nd District Director)
lgrwilson@me.com
Carmon Horner (Lee CRW)
Chair
Cehgop1024@gmail.com
Sharon Womack (Rankin CRW)
Vice Chair
sharonwomack11@gmail.com
Jennifer Hall
Advisor
MFRW 2nd Vice President
jenhall@msmmha.com
Member:
Robin Burgess (Leake CRW)
Rburgess97@yahoo.com
Julie Harrison (Hinds CRW)
Chair
hneil@bellsouth.net
Sandra McKiernon (DeSoto CRW)
Vice Chair
Sandra.mckiernon@gmail.com
Georgia Griffin
Advisor
MFRW Treasurer
Gabeth1953@gmail.com
Gretchen Waters (Forrest-Lamar CRW)
Chair
Gretchenwaters01@gmail.com
Petie Bell (Lowndes CRW)
Vice Chair
bpetie@yahoo.com
Linda Wilson (MFRW 2nd District Director)
Advisor
lgrwilson@me.com
Lori Lea Sawyer (Harrison CRW)
Chair
lorileasawyer@gmail.com
Gina Naef (Rankin CRW)
Vice Chair
ginanaef@yahoo.com
Candace Hunt
Advisor
MFRW 3rd Vice President
candacehunt@bellsouth.net
Member:
Marsha Ward (Lowndes CRW)
Mpward813@gmail.com
Tammy Fooshee (Monroe CRW)
Chair
tammyfooshee@yahoo.com
Rosie Jackson (Covington CRW)
Vice Chair
rosiejackson95@gmail.com
Betty Farmer
Advisor
Bfarmer79@yahoo.com
Annette Federick (Leake CRW)
Chair
Afederick.mfrw@yahoo.com
Laurie Henderson, (Leake CRW)
Vice Chair
hendo4833@bellsouth.net
Jennifer Hall, MFRW 2nd Vice President
Advisor
jenhall@msmmha.com
Members:
Kay Forsman, (Winston CRW)
kayforsman@gmail.com
Rachel Kiepe, (Neshoba CRW)
neshobarepublicanwomen@gmail.com
Leisa McElreath (Lafayette CRW)
Chair
leisamcelreath@yahoo.com
Nancy Hartness (Winston CRW)
Vice Chair
nanhartness@yahoo.com
June Hutcheson
Advisor
MFRW 1st District Director
Jrhutch1@at.net
Donna Russell (Madison CRW)
Chair
Donna.russell45@gmail.com
Helen Black (Winston CRW)
Vice Chair
helenblack75@att.net
Candace Hunt
Advisor
MFRW 3rd Vice President
candacehunt@bellsouth.net
Jane Wood (Winston CRW)
janeburtonwood@yahoo.com
Kay Forsman (Winston CRW)
Chair
kayforsman@gmail.com
Daphne Partridge (Winston CRW)
Vice Chair
dpartridge@gmail.com
Jennifer Hall
Advisor
MFRW 2nd Vice President
jenhall@msmmha.com
Jean Hill (Lafayette CRW)
Chair
jeanwarehill@gmail.com
Starr Chapman
Advisor
MFRW 4th District Director
Starrchapman7@gmail.com
Brenda Womble (DeSoto CRW)
Chair
bbwomble@yahoo.com
Ernestine Cartier (Rankin CRW)
Vice Chair
ecartier5@aol.com
Starr Chapman
Advisor
MFRW 4th District Director
Starrchapman7@gmail.com
Member:
Annette Federick (Leake CRW)
Afederick.mfrw@yahoo.com
Candace Hunt
Chair
MFRW 3rd Vice President
candacehunt@bellsouth.net
Jennifer Hall
Vice Chair
MFRW 2 VP
jenhall@msmmha.com
Penny Payne
Advisor
MFRW President
pennyapayne@hotmail.com
Betty Farmer
Tea Chair
Bfarmer79@yahoo.com
Cindy Moore (Lincoln CRW)
Chair
Cindymoore1211@gmail.com
Pat Tripp (Covington CRW)
Vice Chair
phtripp@yahoo.com
Kathy Henry
Advisor
Past MFRW President
Kathy39047@gmail.com
Rita Wray
Chair
MFRW Parliamentarian
Rwray1035@aol.com
Penny Payne
Advisor
MFRW President
pennyapayne@hotmail.com
Annette Federick (Leake CRW)
Chair
Afederick.mfrw@yahoo.com
Laurie Henderson, (Leake CRW)
Vice Chair
hendo4833@bellsouth.net
Jennifer Hall
Advisor
MFRW 2nd Vice President
jenhall@msmmha.com
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Members:
Kay Forsman, (Winston CRW)
kayforsman@gmail.com
Rachel Kiepe, (Neshoba CRW)
neshobarepublicanwomen@gmail.com
Nancy Frohn
nbfrohn@aol.com
Rita Wray
MFRW Parliamentarian
Rwray1035@aol.com
Cindy Elmore (Jackson CRW)
Chair
cindytris@yahoo.com
Hermalinda Shirley (Lauderdale CRW)
Vice Chair
hermalinda.shirley@gmail.com
Bonnie Holland
Advisor
MFRW Secretary
Holland_bonnie@yahoo.com
Michelle Tarver (President, Lincoln CRW)
Chair
amlovette96@gmail.com
Candace Hunt (Lee CRW)
Advisor
candacekhunt68@gmail.com
Brook Witcher
Chair
brookewitcher@gmail.com
Keri Abernathy
Advisor
- Standing Committees
- SPECIAL Committees
Dana Stringer
Chair
Past MFRW President
Dss39047@yahoo.com
Jean Hill (Lafayette CRW)
Vice Chair
jeanwarehill@gmail.com
Bonnie Holland
MFRW Secretary
Advisor
Holland_bonnie@yahoo.com
Members:
Kathy Henry
Past MFRW President
Kathy39047@gmail.com
Jeanne Luckey
Past MFRW President
ahluckey@aol.com
Sue Morrison (Union CRW)
Chair
suecfnp@gmail.com
Shelia Spann (Madison CRW)
Vice Chair
Dana StringerÂ
Advisor
Past MFRW President
Dss39047@yahoo.com
Kay Forsman (Winston CRW)
Chair
kayforsman@gmail.com
Emily Speed (Madison CRW)
Vice Chair
emily@speedcres.com
Betty Farmer
Advisor
MFRW 1st Vice President
Bfarmer79@yahoo.com
Member:
Addison Walsh (Rankin CRW)
Walsh.addisonj@gmail.com
Cathy Copeland (DeSoto CRW)
Chair
Cathycopeland1@gmail.com
Rhonda Weaver (Lee CRW)
Vice Chair
RKWeaver4420@gmail.com
Georgia Griffin
Advisor
MFRW Treasurer
Gabeth1953@gmail.com
Members:
Keri Abernathy
NFRW 4th Vice President
Past MFRW President
Keriabernathy@hotmail.com
Linda Wilson (MFRW 2nd District Director)
lgrwilson@me.com
Carmon Horner (Lee CRW)
Chair
Cehgop1024@gmail.com
Sharon Womack (Rankin CRW)
Vice Chair
sharonwomack11@gmail.com
Jennifer Hall
Advisor
MFRW 2nd Vice President
jenhall@msmmha.com
Member:
Robin Burgess (Leake CRW)
Rburgess97@yahoo.com
Julie Harrison (Hinds CRW)
Chair
hneil@bellsouth.net
Sandra McKiernon (DeSoto CRW)
Vice Chair
Sandra.mckiernon@gmail.com
Georgia Griffin
Advisor
MFRW Treasurer
Gabeth1953@gmail.com
Gretchen Waters (Forrest-Lamar CRW)
Chair
Gretchenwaters01@gmail.com
Petie Bell (Lowndes CRW)
Vice Chair
bpetie@yahoo.com
Linda Wilson (MFRW 2nd District Director)
Advisor
lgrwilson@me.com
Lori Lea Sawyer (Harrison CRW)
Chair
lorileasawyer@gmail.com
Gina Naef (Rankin CRW)
Vice Chair
ginanaef@yahoo.com
Candace Hunt
Advisor
MFRW 3rd Vice President
candacehunt@bellsouth.net
Member:
Marsha Ward (Lowndes CRW)
Mpward813@gmail.com
Tammy Fooshee (Monroe CRW)
Chair
tammyfooshee@yahoo.com
Rosie Jackson (Covington CRW)
Vice Chair
rosiejackson95@gmail.com
Betty Farmer
Advisor
Bfarmer79@yahoo.com
Annette Federick (Leake CRW)
Chair
Afederick.mfrw@yahoo.com
Laurie Henderson, (Leake CRW)
Vice Chair
hendo4833@bellsouth.net
Jennifer Hall, MFRW 2nd Vice President
Advisor
jenhall@msmmha.com
Members:
Kay Forsman, (Winston CRW)
kayforsman@gmail.com
Rachel Kiepe, (Neshoba CRW)
neshobarepublicanwomen@gmail.com
Leisa McElreath (Lafayette CRW)
Chair
leisamcelreath@yahoo.com
Nancy Hartness (Winston CRW)
Vice Chair
nanhartness@yahoo.com
June Hutcheson
Advisor
MFRW 1st District Director
Jrhutch1@at.net
Donna Russell (Madison CRW)
Chair
Donna.russell45@gmail.com
Helen Black (Winston CRW)
Vice Chair
helenblack75@att.net
Candace Hunt
Advisor
MFRW 3rd Vice President
candacehunt@bellsouth.net
Jane Wood (Winston CRW)
janeburtonwood@yahoo.com
Kay Forsman (Winston CRW)
Chair
kayforsman@gmail.com
Daphne Partridge (Winston CRW)
Vice Chair
dpartridge@gmail.com
Jennifer Hall
Advisor
MFRW 2nd Vice President
jenhall@msmmha.com
Jean Hill (Lafayette CRW)
Chair
jeanwarehill@gmail.com
Starr Chapman
Advisor
MFRW 4th District Director
Starrchapman7@gmail.com
Brenda Womble (DeSoto CRW)
Chair
bbwomble@yahoo.com
Ernestine Cartier (Rankin CRW)
Vice Chair
ecartier5@aol.com
Starr Chapman
Advisor
MFRW 4th District Director
Starrchapman7@gmail.com
Member:
Annette Federick (Leake CRW)
Afederick.mfrw@yahoo.com
Candace Hunt
Chair
MFRW 3rd Vice President
candacehunt@bellsouth.net
Jennifer Hall
Vice Chair
MFRW 2 VP
jenhall@msmmha.com
Penny Payne
Advisor
MFRW President
pennyapayne@hotmail.com
Betty Farmer
Tea Chair
Bfarmer79@yahoo.com
Cindy Moore (Lincoln CRW)
Chair
Cindymoore1211@gmail.com
Pat Tripp (Covington CRW)
Vice Chair
phtripp@yahoo.com
Kathy Henry
Advisor
Past MFRW President
Kathy39047@gmail.com
Rita Wray
Chair
MFRW Parliamentarian
Rwray1035@aol.com
Penny Payne
Advisor
MFRW President
pennyapayne@hotmail.com
Annette Federick (Leake CRW)
Chair
Afederick.mfrw@yahoo.com
Laurie Henderson, (Leake CRW)
Vice Chair
hendo4833@bellsouth.net
Jennifer Hall
Advisor
MFRW 2nd Vice President
jenhall@msmmha.com
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Members:
Kay Forsman, (Winston CRW)
kayforsman@gmail.com
Rachel Kiepe, (Neshoba CRW)
neshobarepublicanwomen@gmail.com
Nancy Frohn
nbfrohn@aol.com
Rita Wray
MFRW Parliamentarian
Rwray1035@aol.com
Cindy Elmore (Jackson CRW)
Chair
cindytris@yahoo.com
Hermalinda Shirley (Lauderdale CRW)
Vice Chair
hermalinda.shirley@gmail.com
Bonnie Holland
Advisor
MFRW Secretary
Holland_bonnie@yahoo.com
Michelle Tarver (President, Lincoln CRW)
Chair
amlovette96@gmail.com
Candace Hunt (Lee CRW)
Advisor
candacekhunt68@gmail.com
Brook Witcher
Chair
brookewitcher@gmail.com
Keri Abernathy
Advisor