January 2020 – Guthrie Rainbow Assembly International Order of the Rainbow For Girls

Tell us about your upcoming event.

Event – Father / Daughter Dance , (ages 2-18), February 8, 2020 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm, Guthrie Upper Elementary School (702 Crooks Drive) $5 / person

This annual event has an attendance of 600-700 every year. It is so rewarding to see so many Dads / Grandads bring their little girls to a dance and night out on the town.

What is one thing that makes your business great?

The International Order of the Rainbow for Girls is a non-profit organization that prepares young girls (ages 11-20) for the future – “Rainbow Gets Girls Ready for Life.”

Adult Advisors try to create a safe, caring environment where young ladies (ages 11-20) can learn Leadership Skills, Public Speaking, Community Service, Patriotism, Poise, and Confidence.

Why is Guthrie a great community to be a part of?

Guthrie is a great community because there is always something happening in our town and there are always people that you can to to for help and assistance.. Rainbow Girls have many opportunities to be involved and do community service. Our community is good to the youth of our town.

Why is your company a part of the Chamber?

To expose the girls to more opportunities in Guthrie and to spread the word about our great organization.

What is the last thing that made you smile?

The delivery of 159 formal dresses for the girls that I didn’t expect to arrive for at least another month.

"I joined the Chamber to help bridge the gap between the business community, the City of Guthrie, organizations, our schools and neighbors because we are all invested. When we work together with the help of the Chamber, we thrive as a community. "

Menecca Gibbs, Owner of Cleveland & Co. Mercantile

"I love being an investor in the Guthrie Chamber of Commerce. It's great to be a part of the business community in Logan County. They provide us with a lot of marketing and sponsorship opportunities and our investment is well worth it every year!"

Blake Wimsey, Foundation Insurance & Risk Management

"The Guthrie Chamber of Commerce is a great partner in the community. As an active Church, it is important to us to be connected to businesses and other organizations that value relationship within the community. The Chamber goes above and beyond to make sure everyone stays connected with weekly events and fun activities. We love being a part of the Chamber!"

Ronnie Fields, First Christian Church

"The Guthrie News Leader regularly partners with the chamber as our goals are the same: connect businesses to the community. We not only enjoy attending the events the chamber presents, but also co-sponsoring events together. We’ve met new customers, contacts and lifelong friends through the chamber and we consider them part of our team."

Karan Ediger, Publisher for the Guthrie News Leader