Summer Social 2023
2023-06-01 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | The Hub, 1289 Johnson Road, Allen, Texas
Join us June 1st for a Summer Social from 5:00-7:00pm at The Hub!
THE HUB
1289 Johnson Road
Allen, Texas

Summer Social July 2023
2023-07-13 17:00 - 19:00 | II Brothers Grill, 8308 Preston Rd, #198, Plano, TX
Join us July 13 for our next Summer Social from 5:00-7:00pm at II Brothers Grill on Preston Road in Plano.
II Brothers Grill
8308 Preston Rd, #198,
Plano, TX
Just south of 121, east of Preston off of Town Square Dr
There will be Food and Drink specials for Happy Hour. You are responsible for your own tab.

GCRW August 2023
2023-08-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Cottonwood Creek Church in Allen, 1015 Sam Rayburn Tollway, Allen, 75013
Join us on Thursday, August 3rd when Kurt Schlichter will speak at our August Meeting.
Kurt Schlichter is a Los Angeles trial lawyer who was personally recruited to write conservative commentary by Andrew Breitbart. He is a senior columnist at Townhall and a conservative media personality with a devoted following on Twitter of 475,000+ followers (@KurtSchlichter). A former stand-up comic, Kurt frequently guest hosts for such national radio talk show hosts as Hugh Hewitt and Seb Gorka. He is also a frequent media commentator on Fox, Newsmax, and other outlets. He regularly speaks at CPAC and many other events.
He is the author of more than ten books, including the new Regnery non-fiction book We’ll Be Back: The Fall and Rise of America (2022), and his series of best-selling People’s Republic conservative action novels. The latest, Inferno (2022), reached #1 on several Amazon bestseller lists.
Kurt retired as a United States Army Infantry colonel who served in Desert Storm, Kosovo, and the Los Angeles Riots. He holds a masters of Strategic Studies degree from the United States Army War College.

Thursday, August 3rd
6:00-8:00pm
Cottonwood Creek Church in Allen
1015 Sam Rayburn Tollway
Allen, 75013

Plano Republican Women and Greater North Texas Republican Women will be co-sponsors with GCRW

REGISTER HERE TO ATTEND

GCRW September 2023 meeting
2023-09-07 18:00 - 20:00 | Cottonwood Creek Church in Allen, 1015 Sam Rayburn Tollway, Allen, 75013
GCRW has a double treat tonight! First, we are showcasing 2 Law Enforcement Canine units. McKinney Police Department and Collin County Sheriff’s Department will attend the meeting with their canine partners. The officers will each speak about what it means to be a Canine officer and the life they lead with training to keep their dogs in top shape and ready for any emergency situation 24/7. We are taking donations by Venmo (see QR Code) so we can bless these dogs and canine officers with needed supplies.
Then, Dr. Richard Johnson, a Director and Senior Fellow with the Texas Public Policy Institute, will give us a preview of what we can expect during the upcoming election season. Dr. Johnson is an expert in this area and will help us get prepared to navigate the highs and lows of what is sure to be a fascinating time in our history.

September 7
Cottonwood Creek Church
Allen, TX
Doors open at 6:00pm

GCRW October 2023 Meeting with Bill Blake, President, Lincoln Society
2023-10-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Cottonwood Creek Church in Allen, 1015 Sam Rayburn Tollway, Allen, 75013
GCRW proudly hosts Bill Blake, Lincoln Society President, presenting “A Strategic Briefing on China, Current Developments, and its Ambitions for Global Supremacy.” Bill ties everything we are hearing in the news into a cohesive picture of why current events surrounding China are critical for us to understand and prepare for. This presentation is a true wake-up call for all of us!
Bill Blake is a trained economist, political scientist, and historian—and applies those disciplines as President of The Lincoln Society and as a keynote speaker to numerous organizations including Texas Tech University, the Permian Basin Petroleum Club, the Petroleum Accountants Society, as well as various organizations in Texas and beyond. He holds a Master’s Degree from The London School of Economics and Political Science, with Honours of Merit and Distinction in the fields of Economics, International Finance, International Relations, and Political Science. He completed graduate research at The World Bank and The International Monetary Fund in Washington, D.C., The UN Development Programme in Geneva, and the Islamic Development Bank in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. His published works and numerous speaking engagements cover a broad range of topics including: strategic briefings on China, Russia, India, Iran, and North Korea; economic briefings on socialism, inflation, the National Debt and Deficits, and international trade; and, literary topics engaging The Indictment of Woodrow Wilson in the Conclusion of the Great War, China’s Global Master Plan, The Deterioration of Resolute Purpose in American Culture, and more.
For the past three decades, Bill’s professional work has centered in providing stewardship to generations of wealthy families on three continents. He is executive director of a Family Office based in Plano, serving families from fourteen states and five foreign countries. This work includes tax and estate strategy as well as the management of privately-held business interests, real estate, oil & gas interests, securities, and cash flow. He and his wife Vicki live in Plano with their youngest children Lauren and Tyler. Their oldest son, William, is completing a Bachelor’s Degree in economics with a minor in Chinese at Baylor. They attend Stonebriar Community Church under Pastor Chuck Swindoll in Frisco.

October 5
Cottonwood Creek Church
Allen, TX
Doors open at 6:00pm

GCRW November 2023
2023-11-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Cottonwood Creek Church in Allen, 1015 Sam Rayburn Tollway, Allen, 75013
Join us to hear Bunni Pounds, Founder & President of Christians Engaged for our November meeting.
Bunni Pounds is the President of Christians Engaged. This national nonpartisan ministry awakens, educates, and empowers believers in Jesus Christ: to pray for their nation and elected officials regularly, to vote in every election to impact their culture, and to engage their hearts in some form of civic education or engagement for the wellbeing of America.
In just three years – the Christians Engaged team served over 125 churches, built the only 501(c)3 voter mobilization system for the Body of Christ in all 50 states and produced five major curriculum projects to activate the Church – On-Ramp to Civic Engagement, Salt & Light: How to Impact our Local Communities, Austin 101 (for the state of Texas), Nehemiah: How to Rebuild the Walls of a Nation, and Biblical Justice: Answers for Difficult Days. They have also produced tons of free content in the form of articles, prayer calls, and a weekly show “Conversations with Christians Engaged” to educate the Body of Christ on the importance of their biblical call to America. Their goal is to mobilize 1 million Christians by the 2024 general election to pray, vote, and engage regularly.
On May 18, 2021, after 18 months of operation – Christians Engaged was denied by the IRS their 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status because the IRS noted in writing – “biblical teachings” are “typically affiliated with the Republican Party.” Bunni appealed this decision for not only Christians Engaged but all Christian organizations that this would affect in the nation. With the help of First Liberty Institute, they won a reversal in 21 days after 3 Fox News appearances, a letter from Members of Congress, and huge national attention on the case.
As a political consultant by profession – Bunni spent over sixteen years running the campaigns of Members of Congress around Texas. She started her career as the campaign manager for U.S. Congressman Jeb Hensarling then launched her own firm, Bunni Pounds & Associates building a top Texas consulting firm with nine associates and thirty-one clients.
Her life radically changed in 2018 – when out of the blue – Bunni felt called to run for her former bosses’ seat for Congress. In the end – she made it through a field of eight primary candidates into the Republican Primary runoff but came up slightly short. During the 2018 primary season, she raised more money than any GOP open seat candidate in the State of Texas, became the only person in the entire United States who gained the endorsement of Vice President Mike Pence, and out of 46 candidates became the only Texas Republican woman to make the runoff election.
Bunni’s experience doesn’t just stop at politics. She has been bi-vocational and active in Christian ministry since she was 16. Bunni is a Bible teacher and motivational speaker who has authored 8 books, published worship songs, and church-planted with her husband Tim for over 10 years. Speaking to the church and the culture, she is a regular contributor to The Stream and has also been published in the Wall Street Journal, Christian Post, and Charisma Magazine among others.
She has a Bachelor of Arts & Sciences degree in Political Science from Dallas Baptist University and an associate degree in theology from Christ for the Nations Institute in Dallas.
Married for 27 years to Tim Pounds, they have 2 young adult sons, Israel and Ben, two daughters-in-law, and a new grandbaby.
Bunni loves to motivate people to pray, vote, and engage their hearts to impact America and the world. She believes that people are called to walk in intimacy with Jesus and be salt and light to a dying world.

November 2
Cottonwood Creek Church
Allen, TX
Doors open at 6:00pm

2023 GCRW Holiday Party
2023-12-05 18:30 - 20:30 | Haggard Party Barn, 5948 McKamy Trail, Plano, Texas, 75024
Save the Date for the 2023 Christmas Party – December 5, 2023.
More information coming soon.

GCRW February 2024 meeting
2024-02-01 18:00 - 20:30 | Cottonwood Creek Church in Allen, 1015 Sam Rayburn Tollway, Allen, 75013
You do not want to miss “Candidate Speed Dating” on Thursday, February 1, 2024. Come meet and learn about the following candidates:
Texas State House Races in Collin County:
Chuck Branch (Challenger – HD61)
Joe Collins (Challenger – HD 70)
Representative Frederick Frazier (Incumbent – HD 61)
Abraham George (Challenger – HD 89)
Steve Kinard (Challenger – HD 70)
Representative Jeff Leach (Incumbent – HD 67)
Daren Meis (Challenger – HD67)
Representative Candy Noble (Incumbent – HD 89)
Wayne Richard (Challenger – HD 66)
Keresa Richardson (Challenger – HD 61)
Representative Matt Shaheen (Incumbent – HD 66)
401st District Court of Collin County (Open Seat):
Kim Laseter
Joel Petrazio
Shayla Smith
Collin County Tax Assessor (Open Seat):
Scott Grigg
Cam McCall
Angela Powell
Thursday, February 1, 2024
6:00-8:30pm
*Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and the program begins at 6:30 p.m.**
Hosted by GCRW, PRW and RWGNT

GCRW April General Meeting
2024-04-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Cottonwood Creek Church in Allen, 1015 Sam Rayburn Tollway, Allen, 75013
GCRW Monthly Programs take place on the 1st Thursday of each month at Cottonwood Creek Church-Allen except in the months of January, June, July, and December.
Doors Open at 6:00pm
Presentation Begins at 6:30pm
Mark Your Calendar for
2024 General Programs

April 4
May 2
August 1
September 5
October 3
November 7

Join us for a special presentation from Jonathan Covey with Texas Values
2024-04-04 18:30 - 21:00 | Cottonwood Creek Church in Allen, 1015 Sam Rayburn Tollway, Allen, 75013
To better understand policy and legislation that affects Faith & Family values, please join us on April 4th, with guest speaker, Jonathan Covey, Policy Director at Texas Values.

GCRW May General Meeting
2024-05-02 18:00 - 21:00 | Cottonwood Creek Church in Allen, 1015 Sam Rayburn Tollway, Allen, 75013
GCRW Monthly Programs take place on the 1st Thursday of each month at Cottonwood Creek Church-Allen except in the months of January, June, July, and December.
Doors Open at 6:00pm
Presentation Begins at 6:30pm
Mark Your Calendar for
2024 General Programs
May 2
August 1
September 5
October 3
November 7

Texas GOP Convention in San Antonio, May 23-25
2024-05-23 - 2024-05-25
Let the excitement begin!!! Golden Corridor Republican Women would like to continue to empower you to be a voice at every level for Judeo-Christian Republican values, influence policy, support candidates and engage 110 percent to achieve a Republican VICTORY in 2024. Our families are worth it!!
Kindly reach out to Lene DeRudder our VP of Campaigns & Legislation at
laderuddergcrw@gmail.com with your interest to attend. This will be super exciting as YOU will be representing the club!!
Here’s a link with general information about the state convention.
https://texasgop.org/2024-state-convention/

GCRW August General Meeting
2024-08-01 18:00 - 21:00 | Cottonwood Creek Church in Allen, 1015 Sam Rayburn Tollway, Allen, 75013
GCRW Monthly Programs take place on the 1st Thursday of each month at Cottonwood Creek Church-Allen except in the months of January, June, July, and December.
Come Meet Your Newly Elected County, State, and National Party Officials
Doors Open at 6:00pm
Program Starts at 6:30pm
Mark Your Calendar for
2024 General Programs
August 1
September 5
October 3
November 7

GCRW September General Meeting
2024-09-05 18:00 - 21:00 | Cottonwood Creek Church in Allen, 1015 Sam Rayburn Tollway, Allen, 75013
GCRW Monthly Programs take place on the 1st Thursday of each month at Cottonwood Creek Church-Allen except in the months of January, June, July, and December.
Doors Open at 6:00pm
Presentation Begins at 6:30pm
Mark Your Calendar for
2024 General Programs
September 5
October 3
November 7

GCRW October General Meeting
2024-10-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Cottonwood Creek Church in Allen, 1015 Sam Rayburn Tollway, Allen, 75013
GCRW Monthly Programs take place on the 1st Thursday of each month at Cottonwood Creek Church-Allen except in the months of January, June, July, and December.
Doors Open at 6:00pm
Presentation Begins at 6:30pm
Mark Your Calendar for
2024 General Programs
October 3
November 7

GCRW November General Meeting
2024-11-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Cottonwood Creek Church in Allen, 1015 Sam Rayburn Tollway, Allen, 75013
GCRW Monthly Programs take place on the 1st Thursday of each month at Cottonwood Creek Church-Allen except in the months of January, June, July, and December.
Doors Open at 6:00pm
Presentation Begins at 6:30pm
Mark Your Calendar for
2024 General Programs
November 7

GCRW Christmas Party and Membership Kickoff
2024-12-03 18:30 - 20:30 | Haggard Party Barn, 5948 McKamy Trail, Plano, Texas, 75024
You are invited to GCRW Christmas Party and Membership Kickoff
Tuesday, December 3, 2024
6:30 – 8:30 pm
Haggard Party Barn
5948 McKamy Trail, Plano TX

GCRW February General Meeting
2025-02-06 18:00 - 21:00 | Holiday Inn McKinney N. Allen, 3220 Craig Dr, Mckinney, TX, 75070, United States
GCRW Monthly Programs take place on the 1st Thursday of each month except in the months of January, June, July, and December.
Doors Open at 6:00pm
Presentation Begins at 6:30pm
Mark Your Calendar for
2025 General Programs
February 6
March 5
April 3
May 1
August 7
September 4
October 2
November 6

March Special Wednesday Meeting
2025-03-05 06:30 - 20:00 | Holiday Inn McKinney N. Allen, 3220 Craig Dr, Mckinney, TX, 75070, United States
Please join us at our great new venue on Wednesday, March 5 for an exciting program on American Exceptionalism. Our speaker Mike Noriega will even be bringing important historical artifacts from Glen Beck’s vault, which will be fascinating to see in person and learn about.

Wednesday, March 5, 2025
6 pm Doors Open
6:30 pm Program starts

Holiday Inn McKinney N. Allen
3220 Craig Dr.
McKinney, TX 75070

April Meeting and Program
2025-04-10 18:30 - 20:00 | Holiday Inn McKinney N. Allen, 3220 Craig Dr, Mckinney, TX, 75070, United States
The 2024 election saw a significant shift in young voters to the right. What was behind this shift and how do we continue to build upon this trend? Come hear about two organizations working to bring more young voters to the Party and how we can all contribute to this movement. Please join us on Thursday, April 10 for an exciting program.
Come learn how we can all play a role in building this momentum and ensuring the next generation is prepared, passionate, and principled.
Thursday, April 10, 2025
6 pm Doors Open
6:30 pm Program Starts
Holiday Inn McKinney N. Allen
3220 Craig Drive
McKinney, TX 75070

May Meeting and Program
2025-05-01 18:30 - 20:00 | Holiday Inn McKinney N. Allen, 3220 Craig Dr, Mckinney, TX, 75070, United States
Come hear Andrew Yeager, VP Southlake Carroll ISD Board, as he shares strategies on improving the public schools in our community by returning to the fundamentals. Andrew will bring success stories from his time on the CISD Board and how these can be achieved in each of our districts. Please join us on Thursday, May 1 for an exciting program.
Topic: Why Public Schools are Worth Fighting For – And How You Can Make a Difference
Join us for an inspiring and insightful evening featuring a dynamic guest speaker:
Andrew Yeager – VP of Southlake Carroll ISD School Board & Sr. Development Manager of Texas Values
Program Highlights:

Strategies to improve public schools
Success stories from CISD
How you can make a difference locally

Thursday, April 10, 2025
6 pm Doors Open
6:30 pm Program Starts
Holiday Inn McKinney N. Allen
3220 Craig Drive
McKinney, TX 75070

October General Meeting and Program
2025-10-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Holiday Inn McKinney N. Allen, 3220 Craig Dr, Mckinney, TX, 75070, United States
Thursday, October 2, 6:00 p.m.
Location: Holiday Inn McKinney N. Allen
3220 Craig Drive
McKinney, TX 75070
Doors open at 6pm with the program starting at 6:30pm. Light refreshments will be served.
GCRW is honored to welcome the legislators below in a panel as our featured guest speakers.
This 89th Texas Legislative Recap features:

Representative Jeff Leach – HD 67
Representative Mitch Little- HD 65
Representative Candy Noble- HD 89
Representative Katrina Pierson- HD 33
Representative Keresa Richardson- HD 61
Representative Matt Shaheen- HD 66
Join us for this special event as we hear from our local State Representatives regarding the highlights of this 89th session and also what lies ahead within Texas politics.
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed, get engaged, and connect. See you there!

GCRW 35th Anniversary Luncheon, Celebrating the Past, Empowering the Future
2025-10-18 11:30 - 14:00 | Gleneagles Country Cluv, 5401 W Park Blvd, Plano, TX, 75093, United States
Thank You Tables Hosts and Patriot Sponsors:
Table Hosts:
State Representative Candy Noble
State Representative Keresa Richardson
State Representative Matt Shaheen
Honorable George Flint
Golden Corridor Republican Women Board
Collin County District Court Judges:
Judge Jennifer Edgeworth
Judge Brook Fulks
Judge Bryan Gantt
Judge Kim Laseter
Judge Piper McCraw
Judge Christine Nowak
Judge Tom Nowak
Judge Kathryn Pruitt
Judge John Roach
Judge Andrea Thompson
Judge Angela Tucker
Judge Cyndi Wheless
Judge Jill Willis
County Court at Law Judges:
Judge Jay Bender
Judge Sarah Duff
Judge Randy Johnson
Judge David Rippel
Judge Barnett Walker
Patriot Sponsors:
Congressman Keith Self
Cynthia Farnham & Mark Goloby
Woody Huffines – Collin County Commissioner Candidate Pct 4
Sen. Mayes Middleton – Texas AG Candidate
Justice of the Peace Vincent Venegoni
Shelby Williams – Collin County Commissioner Candidate Pct 4
We are thrilled that our keynote speaker for our 35th Anniversary Luncheon will be The Honorable Shawn Thierry!
Shawn is an inspiring voice in Texas leadership. She served eight years in the Texas House of Representatives, most of that time as a Democrat, before officially joining the Republican Party in August 2024. Some of Shawn’s notable actions prior to her break from the Democratic party include her backing of a bill banning gender affirming care for minors, along with her support of banning transgender athletes from women’s sports and removing explicit books from school libraries. In January of this year, Governor Abbott appointed her to the Texas Juvenile Justice Board where her duties include oversight of a $1 billion state agency focused on youth justice, public safety, and institutional accountability. She also serves as General Counsel and Executive Director of Policy for the Texas Southern University Board of Regents.
With an unwavering commitment to public service and a legacy of advocacy in her community, Shawn’s journey and perspective promise to inspire and energize our 35th Anniversary Luncheon where we will be Celebrating the Past, Empowering the Future.

We are also very excited to announce that Texas GOP Vice-Chairwoman and former GCRW President will join us as the Master of Ceremonies! D’rinda exemplifies an unwavering dedication to community service and political activism. Since 2008, she has been instrumental in organizing diverse campaigns, including block walks, voter registration drives, and leveraging social media for outreach. Her leadership is evident in her successful expansion of GCRW to over 500 members and her extensive tenure as a precinct chair. Additionally, she served as an Alternate to the 2016 National Republican Convention and has held the role of Presiding Judge in recent elections, demonstrating her commitment to fair and efficient electoral processes.

November General Meeting and Program
2025-11-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Holiday Inn McKinney N. Allen, 3220 Craig Dr, Mckinney, TX, 75070, United States
Our speaker will be Shannon Dion.
Shannon Dion is the Director of Securing our Seniors Safety (SOSS). Shannon’s mother was a victim of a serial killer who targeted the elderly. She tells her story, talks about things to consider when placing a parent in a residential placement and talks about the legislature she’s working to change to help protect the elderly.
Light refreshments will be served. Meeting starts at 6:30 pm.

GCRW Christmas Party
2025-12-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Haggard Party Barn, 5948 McKamy Trail, Plano, Texas, 75024
The GCRW Christmas Party 2025 – Join us for our annual Christmas Party. The event will include installation of 2026 GCRW Board. As of 12/4/25, tickets are ALMOST gone. Tickets are required due to venue limitations. See ticket link below.
GCRW Christmas Party 2025
Come join us for a jolly good time at the Haggard Party Barn for our annual Christmas party! Come and bring a non-member friend. Get ready for a night filled with festive decorations, delicious food, and great company. Don’t forget to wear your favorite holiday attire and be prepared for some fun surprises throughout the evening. This event is the perfect way to celebrate the holiday season with your fellow GCRW members. Mark your calendars and get ready to spread some Christmas cheer!
Thank you for our generous sponsors.
Dinner co-sponsor- Judge Randy Johnson and Kelly Johnson (for Collin County Court at Law 5)
Dinner co-sponsor- The Formosa Alliance
Venue – Michael Slaughter for County Commissioner, precinct 2
Awards – Stephen Kallas for Justice of the Peace, precinct 4
Beverage/Party Goods – Shelby Williams for County Commissioner, precinct 4
Program – Vincent Venegoni for Justice of the Peace, precinct 4
Desserts – Tom Smith for Justice Court of Criminal Appeals, place 3
Click here to RSVP and get your free ticket
