Las Amigas, Incorporated

Welcome to the website of
Las Amigas, Incorporated
 
History of the Organization

Las Amigas, Inc., a national organization of women, was founded in 1957 by the late Mrs. Dora R. Mason and Mrs. Mary Q. Moore. The first chapter was organized on February 5, 1957 with 12 charter members in Charlotte, North Carolina. Within a decade, there were 7 chapters and in 1966 Las Amigas became incorporated. The organization has since grown to include 24 chapters across the United States.
The initial vision of the co-founders was a network of professional women working together to enhance, enrich, and improve the lives of citizens from all walks of life. They visualized members enhancing the quality of life and promoting the general improvements of their community, encouraging personal and professional growth and fostering a close relationship among the sisterhood. The shared values of the organization are integrity, respect, honesty, good citizenship, service, teamwork and commitment.

Fifty years and several thousand community service projects later, Las Amigas, Inc. has been thrust into the 21st century by becoming a part of the information highway. Today, this vision continues to unfold as chapters in the states of Georgia, Maryland, North Carolina, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Virginia, and our nation's capitol reach out to help others.

Purpose


Las Amigas, Inc. continues to promote the purposes upon which the organization was founded.

These purposes are:

1. Fostering a closer relationship and a fuller exchange of ideas as members.

2. Furthering the enhancement and development of its community through cultural and civic service.

3. Promoting the general improvement of its communities through variety of projects.

4. Encouraging its members to use legal and proper means to expand their horizons and work for continued improvement of the society in which we live.


 Interesting Facts About
Las Amigas, Inc.

  • Organization colors are pink and orchid.
  • Organization flower is the orchid.
  • Celebrated 50 years of service to our communities (June 2007).
  • We are proud to be an affiliate of the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW).
  • We encourage and implement programs to benefit families, youth, elderly, and the homeless.
  • We encourage members to obtain their highest level of achievement.
  • We encourage excellence by recognizing outstanding chapter and member annually.
  • Sponsor workshops and seminars as education and preparation for self-improvement and service.