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Overview of NAACP Branch 1034

 

UNIT:
Lake Elsinore / Southwest Riverside County Branch of the NAACP (Unit #1034) is classified as a 501(c)4 entity.

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ESTABLISHED:

In 1976 a number of concerned citizens assembled to bring a NAACP branch to Lake Elsinore and support the core mission and vision. The group had a focus in reaching out to the public and ensuring the support of civil rights issues in a spirit of 'justice for all.' ​

 

OFFICE:
Office is currently not staffed. All officers are volunteers.

 

GOVERNANCE SYSTEM:
15 – 20 member Executive Committee comprised of six officers and the other at-large members have general control of affairs and programs of the branch as outlined in the NAACP Constitution and By-laws and the Association’s 2015-2016 Mission, Vision, Events and Programs as implemented by the standing committees, as required. Pastor William Oliver is the President and official Branch spokesperson.

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MEMBERSHIP:
The Lake Elsinore / Southwest Riverside County Branch currently has 170 members. Any person who is in accordance with the principles and policies of the Association may become a member of the Branch by paying an annual fee of $30.

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MISSION & VISION:
The NAACP insures the political, educational, social and economic mission and equality of minority groups and citizens; achieves equality of rights and eliminates race prejudice among the citizens of the United States; removes all barriers of racial discrimination through the democratic processes; seeks to enact and enforce federal, state and local laws securing Civil Rights; informs the public of the adverse effects of racial discrimination and seeks its elimination; educates persons as to their constitutional rights and takes all lawful action in furtherance of these principles.​

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BRANCH JURISDICTION:
Metropolitan area served includes: Corona, Norco, Canyon Lake, Lake Elsinore, Wildomar, Temecula, Murrieta, Sun City, Perris and Menifee. ​

 

MEETING SCHEDULE:
Executive Committee meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month on a Zoom conference call.

General Membership meetings are scheduled on the 4th Saturday of the month from 11:30 a.m. -12:30 p.m. at Grace and Truth Worship Ministry, 31620 Auto Center Drive, Lake Elsinore. Contact the branch for online attendance option.

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