Awards
Valiant Woman Award and Human Rights Award
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CWU of Greater Dayton: Valiant Woman Awards The winners in 2022 are: Gail Penney and Margaret Hunt A Valiant Woman is a woman who has given service to CWU, her church, and her community. She may or may not be an actual leader, but is always someone who leads by example. A Valiant Woman is a woman who lives the Gospel message in her everyday life. A certificate and a lapel pin is given to each of the recipients. |
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Gail Penney
Gail Penney was born in Hamilton, Ohio, and was raised by her grandparents. Her grandmother started taking her to White Oak Christian Church near Mt. Healthy in 1940 when she was just a few weeks old. She has remained a life-long member of Disciples of Christ. Her grandfather had a music store and gave lessons in their home, and this environment instilled a love for music – of all kinds. She lived in Pasadena, Texas, for a few years where she attended the University of Houston. In 1967, she began working at Dayton Walther Corporation, the old Dayton Steel Foundry. When she retired in 2000, she was in the position of Administrative Assistant to the VP of Engineering which she had held since 1987. Upon moving to Dayton in 1967, Gail joined Santa Clara Disciples of Christ Church which merged with Hillcrest Disciples of Christ Church. In 1996 a new church was built, United Christian Church, in the Clayton-Englewood area. Gail has served as President, Secretary, Treasurer, and Leader of the Women’s Group; she was Church Treasurer for 25 years; and she was also a Church Elder. For many years, she and her husband, John, were part of the transportation team which was responsible for getting those who were otherwise unable to attend church. Riding with those elderly ladies several hours a month was a treat! They were a valuable lesson in humanity. Gail has been a member of Church Women United for many years — currently serving as a vice-president. She heads up a committee for preparing the CWU newsletters for mailing. She feels she has been so fortunate to meet and be a part of an organization with so many ladies who value God and Community — giving of their time and service, just as she has tried to do her entire life. Gail raised four children before marrying John; between them, they have seven children, eight grandchildren, and six great grandchildren. Gail continues to love music, theater productions, family, her many friends, and the furry friends, too. Congratulations to Gail upon receiving the Valiant Woman Award! |
Margaret Hunt
Margaret Y. Hunt exemplifies Galatians 5:22-26. She certainly lives by the power of the Holy Spirit and her life produces the fruit of the Spirt. Margaret is a dynamic combination of love, grace, wisdom, and dedication. This rare jewel was born in Lexington, KY and has lived in Ohio the majority of her life. Margaret is a proud graduate of Paul L. Dunbar High School, Dayton, OH. She holds an Associate Degree from Sinclair Community College in Procurement and Material Management, and matriculated through the CLIMB program at Wilberforce University earning BA in Organizational Management. Margaret received a certificate in religious studies from Payne Theological Seminary Lay School. Margaret has been a member of Corinthian Missionary Baptist Church for 63 years. During this time she has served in many committees and ministries. She is currently active as an adult department Sunday School Teacher, Vacation Bible School teacher, Christian Education Committee, Vice President Lydia Missionary Circle, and Scholarship Committee. She regularly attends Bible Studies and training sessions. Margaret has been a member of Church Women United for over 30 years and passionately active the last nine years. She served as secretary the past four years, Bible Study Leader for six years and Key Woman for five years. Margaret retired from Federal Service with the DESC after 29 years and also from Victoria Secret Direct after 17 years. She is the proud mother of Rev. Mark Hunt, his wife Dr. Sonia Hunt and according to her the world’s best grandson Clell M. Hunt. One of Margaret’s favorite scriptures that help guide her is Philippians 4:13 “I can do all things through Jesus Christ who strengthens me.” To God be the glory! |
CWU of Greater Dayton Human Rights Award
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The winner in 2022 is
Miami Valley Meals, 428 S. Edwin C. Moses Blvd, Dayton, Ohio Miami Valley Meals, formerly called Set the Banquet Table, recovers and transforms donated food into meals which are then distributed through a network of nonprofit partner organizations that feed the hungry. The organization provides nourishing meals made with love; these meals honor the dignity of people in need. |
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In the 2021 Impact Report, Miami Valley Meals (MVM), it is noted that one in every seven residents in Montgomery County is food insecure. By providing
the network of partner organizations with free meals, MVM bolsters the food inventory and frees up resources for their other programs, such as providing shelter, healthcare services, addiction recovery programs, and other kinds of assistance. By centralizing meal production and diversifying distribution
via the partners, MVM is able to impact multiple communities across the area on a daily basis.
Church Women United is committed to supporting organizations and processes that provide food for the hungry. Having access to healthy food on a daily basis is a basic human right which Church Women United is proud to honor.
the network of partner organizations with free meals, MVM bolsters the food inventory and frees up resources for their other programs, such as providing shelter, healthcare services, addiction recovery programs, and other kinds of assistance. By centralizing meal production and diversifying distribution
via the partners, MVM is able to impact multiple communities across the area on a daily basis.
Church Women United is committed to supporting organizations and processes that provide food for the hungry. Having access to healthy food on a daily basis is a basic human right which Church Women United is proud to honor.