Monroe-Grambling Chapter of The Links, Incorporated

05/04/2026

On May 3, 2026 the Monroe-Grambling Chapter (LA), welcomed 10 new ladies to our friendship chain. We are elated to have these talented and exceptional ladies join our chapter.

04/05/2026

Happy Easter from the Monroe-Grambling Chapter of The Links, Incorporated!

As we celebrate this season of renewal, we are grateful for the bonds of friendship that unite us and the spirit of service that guides our work. May this Easter bring joy, hope, and continued opportunities to uplift our community.

03/24/2026

Thank you for highlighting our chapter. It has been a pleasure serving Monroe, Grambling, and the surrounding areas. We look forward to continuing impactful service initiatives in the community.

The Monroe-Grambling
Chapter of The Links, Inc. was the 34th chapter
in the Southern Area. The chapter was chartered April 14, 1973. The installation service was held in the home of Dora Rowan. The 16 charter members were: Minnie T. Bai-ley, Corinne Carpenter, Etta Davenport, Melba Douglas Goree, Fannie Dunn, Alice Jackson, Irene Jackson, Odalie McDonald, Mildred Moss, Gloria Parsee Myles, Hattie Perkins, Emily Robinson, Oretha Robinson, Dora Rowan, Jo Ella Williams and Cora Woodard.
Odalie McDonald was the first president, and the first officers were Gloria Myles (vice president), Alice Jackson (recording secretary), Cora
Woodard (treasurer) and Mildred Moss (financial secretary).
Presently there are 26 members of the chapter, including five charter mem-bers. Present officers are: Melba J. Goree (president), Roylene
Jones (vice presi-dent), Clarease Isby (recording secre-tary), Shirley Henderson (financial secretary) and Shirley Jackson (treasurer).
The Monroe-Grambling Links, with their chairperson, Link Catherine Williams, had their first National Walk for Health and Hunger on Sept. 30, 1995. The 50+ participants enjoyed the brisk walk and were served a snack at the end of the walk.
Ms. McGhee from KRUS
Radio walked with us and provided a personal interview for our president, Link Melba Goree, about the purpose of the National Walk. On Nov.
27, 1994, the Links held a Diabetes Workshop for the community at the Zion Traveler Baptist Church in Monroe, La.
The International Trends and Services of the Monroe-Gram-bling Chapter observed United Nations and Human Rights
Day by presenting a cultural symposium, The Plight of Rwanda, at New Rocky Valley Baptist Church in Grambling, Brown was the chairperson of International Trends and Services, and Link Anne Williams served as moderator.
Dr. Geoffrey Rugege, head of the English department at
Grambling State University, was the guest presenter. He is a native of Rwanda.
On December 4-15, the International Trends and Services Committee, chaired by Link Betty Hawthorne, held its Kwanzaa Reading Project.
Link Swedie Rutledge, a member of the committee, set up a display that represented Kwanzaa for the children at Alma J.
Brown Magnet Elementary School in Grambling and Minnie Ruffin Elementary School in Monroe, La.
The Monroe-Grambling
Chapter is proud of its history of service to the community.

Seated (L-R): Hattie Perkins, Minnie T. Bailey, Melba J. Goree, Betty Hawthorne, Roylene Jones, Clarease Isby. Standing (L-R): Cassandra Lyles, John Ethel Minifield, Girtherine Lloyd, Jean G. Brown, Mildred Moss, Anne S. Williams, Thelma Richardson. Not pictured: Vickie Brown, Selena Harris, Andolyn Harrison, Shirley Henderson, Mary Hobdy, Alice Jackson, Shirley Jackson, Fredessa S. Payne, Doris Robinson, Swedie Rut-ledge, Malvin Smith.

03/20/2026

See you all tomorrow !!

Free and open to the public !

03/18/2026

Please join us for our Annual
Black Family Wellness Expo. See you Saturday, March 21st at the Grambling State University Digital Library.

01/02/2026

The Christmas Dinner Party was a wonderful way to close out 2025 — filled with friends, food, and fellowship! 🎄✨

01/02/2026

Happy New Year ! 🎉
Here’s to a new year of hope, friendship, and service!

12/25/2025

Happy Holidays !

10/08/2025

On Saturday, September 27, the Monroe-Grambling (LA) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated proudly joined nearly 18,000 members from 299 chapters worldwide for the 30th Annual Walk for Healthy Living!

We walked with purpose, spotlighting the importance of moving more for heart health 💓 AND lifting our voices through Link Up The Vote 🗳️ , supporting voter education and activation at local, state, and national levels.

Our message was clear and two-fold:
1️⃣ Prioritize your health: get active, walk, and protect your heart!
2️⃣ Empower your community: Link Up The Vote and exercise your right!

08/19/2025

Members of the Monroe-Grambling Chapter recently gathered for their annual retreat!
It was a time of fellowship, reflection, and preparation for the year ahead. We were honored to welcome virtual presenters who shared valuable insights, equipping us to embrace another impactful year of service to our community. 💚🤍