Central Ohio Club, Nanbpwc, Inc.

10/06/2026

To all the breast cancer survivors and caregivers, we see you and stand with you. You are not alone ❤️💛

10/03/2026

Central Ohio Club welcomes our newest members! For more information, contact us at [email protected]

10/02/2026

Karen Deberry is a dedicated social work professional, educator, entrepreneur, and community leader whose career has been rooted in serving individuals, families, and communities while creating opportunities for others to thrive. Karen began her professional journey in education after earning a bachelor’s degree in early childhood education. She taught school for multiple years. After relocating to Ohio, she subsequently earned her professional social work license and built a career focused on supporting individuals, families, and communities.
Although retired from direct social work practice, Karen continues to contribute her knowledge and expertise through her small consulting business. In 2017, Karen became a member of the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. (NANBPWC), Central Ohio Club. During her membership, she served one term as Club President and participated on numerous committees and in a variety of community initiatives. After resigning from the Club in 2020, Karen was proudly reclaimed as a member in 2025. Karen’s lifelong commitment to service, professional excellence, and community involvement continues to guide her work and relationships. Her involvement with the Central Ohio Club of NANBPWC, Inc. represents an important part of that journey, and she looks forward to becoming a Life Member soon.

10/02/2026

Central Ohio Club, Nanbpwc, Inc. was honored to attend the NCD Joint Area Meeting this past weekend in Grand Rapids, Michigan, alongside club sisters from throughout our district.

We came together to be about the business of our association, founded in 1935 to promote and protect the interest of African American business and professional women.❤️💛

This year’s theme, “Unity in Action: Building Stronger Leaders and Stronger Clubs,” speaks directly to the important work before us. The work we are doing is critical to strengthening our organization, developing leaders, and ensuring a vibrant future for BPW🎯.

A special thank you to Madam Governor Bisbee and the North Central District - Nanbpwc, Inc. Leadership Team for their foresight, vision, and focus on the future of BPW.

Together, we continue to honor our legacy while building for tomorrow.🌇💫

In Community. Together. 💙✨

10/01/2026

We are halfway there! Help us get our girls to New York! Donate to our Send A Fellow to the United Nations fundraiser. Help send seven young women to New York for Girls Speak Out at United Nations Headquarters. Donate here by October 8th: https://nanbpwc.networkforgood.com/projects/305841-emerging-women-leaders-send-our-young-leaders-to-the-un

Seven young women. One weekend. One extraordinary opportunity.

On October 9, seven of our Emerging Women Leaders will walk into a room at the United Nations that most girls never see.

They are 16, 17, and 18 years old. This summer, they spent five weeks in the Emerging Women Leaders Global Fellowship—developing leadership projects, presenting to accomplished women, and learning to speak with confidence and conviction.

Then came the invitation.

The Working Group on Girls selected our fellows to attend Girls Speak Out, the event marking International Day of the Girl at United Nations Headquarters. They will join girl advocates from around the world and hear from women who have helped shape policy, communities, and institutions. One of our fellows has even been nominated to take the stage herself.

They earned this opportunity. Now we need to get them there.

The cost is approximately $1,500 per fellow for airfare, three nights of lodging, meals, and the essentials for the weekend.

Your gift makes a direct difference:

💛 $50 — feeds one fellow for a day
💛 $150 — provides a hotel night
💛 $500 — helps get her on the plane
💛 $1,500 — sends one fellow for the entire weekend

Every dollar raised goes toward this trip—not overhead, not a general fund, but directly toward getting these seven young women to New York.

For more than 90 years, the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs, Inc. has worked to ensure Black women have a place in the rooms where decisions are made.

Now, we’re helping the next generation walk through those doors.

And they’re bringing you with them.

The fellows will document their experience through photos, video, and their own words, sharing what it means to stand in that room and see what is possible.

October 8th is the last day to give. They fly October 9th.

Seven young women are ready.

Will you help send a fellow?

SEND A FELLOW → https://nanbpwc.networkforgood.com/projects/305841-emerging-women-leaders-send-our-young-leaders-to-the-un

09/28/2026

09/18/2026

Please help the Central Ohio Club, Nanbpwc, Inc. celebrate the birthday of Life Member Victoria Wilder Crews today. A 25+ year member of the NANBPWC Inc Ms. Crews as she is affectionately called has held several roles serving her local club as Past President, First Vice President, Secretary and currently 2nd Vice President Chair of Membership. Her work in community is seen and celebrated. Happy Birthday Madam 2nd Vice President.🎉

09/13/2026

Happy Birthday to our member - Jill Frost!

09/01/2026

BRENDA M. DOWNS-DAVIS is a current member of the Central Ohio Club of NANBPWC, Inc. She is a charter member of the club, as of 1984. She became a Life member in 2019. As a member of the COC, she has held many offices, Past President, 2VP, Secretary, Treasurer, Fundraising Chair and Committee Co-Chairs. Currently, she serves on the Communications Committee. Brenda received her BSBA from Franklin University. Her passion has been in the field of Social Work and Prevention. She retired for the second time in December 2024. Brenda is a life-long member of Trinity Baptist Church, enjoys traveling, gardening, and reading. She has two daughters that live in Los Angeles, CA. Ms. Davis states, when I understood the club's mission, I was happy to join. I had the time to volunteer and to serve my community. I have learned about leadership, the power of groupspeak, being supportive and believing in oneself. I have made long lasting and true friendships with my sisters. When in unison, women have the power to do it all!! We are strong and we are mighty!!