RAINBOW FAMILY & FRIENDS
​RAINBOW FAMILY & FRIENDS CLUB OF THE VILLAGES, FL
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​Mission Statement
We are a social group providing and promoting activities/causes for the LGBTQ+ community and allies while striving to build an inclusive and diverse environment in and around The Villages, FL.
​Target Audience
LGBTQ+ and allies.
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Vision Statement
We strive to build an inclusive and diverse community by providing and promoting social, educational, entertainment and recreational activities for LGBTQ+ people and allies in and around The Villages, FL.​
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Content: We sponsor weekly gatherings plus operate a website, Facebook page, & weekly email publications to keep interested individuals informed on social, sports, entertainment opportunities specifically designed to bring the LGBTQ+ community & our supporters together.
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​​​​​​​​​​Our club function can be summarized as:
>> Remain a source of information through our website & weekly notices.
>> Produce LBGTQ+ specific entertainment events.
>> Provide support for LGBTQ+ activity & event organizers.
>> Member giving through “The Power of Love”.
>> Provide contact/information for prospective LGBTQ+ residents.
>> Maintain visibility & promote diversity within The Villages.
Wendy O'Donnell
Co-Founder
Lissa Degnan
Co-Chair,
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Rita Alisauskas
Co-Chair, Technologies
Melissa Sener
Webmaster
Susan Padgett
Blast Email Coordinator,
Secretary Backup
Susan DiMonda
Secretary
Villages Rec. Dept. Liaison
Tony Eastman
Treasurer
Judy Leach
Mailchimp Email, Tech Backup​
Sheryl Trent
Production Advisor
Vee Wyan
Production &
Treasurer Backup
Sharon Ormsby,
Debbie O'Connell
Advertising Manager​
Bernie Brennan
Facebook Manager,
Email Correspondence
Luis Estrada
Calendar, Event Tickets
Ralph Fera-Mcllwain
Email Correspondence (male)​
Vallerie Ruiz​
Recreation Backup/Event Coordinator
Rainbow Board Members
In order to become a member of the club, please attend a weekly meeting and inquire with a current member regarding the membership approval process.