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Las Vegas (NV) Chapter History
In 1974, an interest group was formed under the leadership of Thelma Toms, who relocated from San Francisco, where many women were already familiar with The Links, Incorporated. The interest group included Margie Elliott, Margie Collins, Nora Wilson, Lubertha Johnson, Nina Keller, Dorothy West, Thelma Toms, Mabel Hoggard, and Anna Bailey.
Two years later, on May 27, 1976, the Las Vegas (NV) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated was chartered with the following members at the home of Edna Perkins: Inez Archie, Anna Bailey, Shirley Barber, Charlotte Cook, Cheryl E. Florence, Hazel Jay Gay, A. Roslyn Guy, Pamela Ice, M.D., Barbara Moore, Evelyn O'Gwin, Maggie Pearson, Edna Perkins, Lillian Scott, Juanita Smith, Bobbie Troutman, Dorothy West, Sharon K. Willis, Lois Tabor Ice, and organizer Thelma Toms.
United by a shared vision, common purpose, and the true meaning of friendship, these visionary women laid the foundation for an organization whose impact continues to be felt throughout Southern Nevada. Their leadership, service, and dedication have enriched both the Las Vegas (NV) Chapter and the community it has proudly served for nearly five decades.
Today, the Las Vegas (NV) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated proudly continues its legacy of friendship, commitment, and transformational service. As we celebrate 50 years of dedicated service to the Las Vegas community, we honor the vision of our charter members while embracing the opportunities and responsibilities that lie ahead. Our Golden Anniversary celebration, held on June 6, 2026, marked a significant milestone in our chapter's history and reaffirmed our unwavering commitment to serving our community with excellence.
Our mission remains steadfast: to enrich, sustain, and ensure the cultural and economic survival of African Americans and other persons of African ancestry through impactful programming and meaningful service. Through our five program facets—Services to Youth, The Arts, National Trends and Services, International Trends and Services, and Health and Human Services—we continue to address the evolving needs of our community.
Throughout the years, our chapter has advanced the national mission of The Links, Incorporated by implementing impactful programs that include mentoring youth transitioning from foster care, hosting family wellness expos and our annual Walk for Healthy Living, partnering with schools to strengthen reading comprehension, awarding scholarships to deserving students, supporting Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and collaborating with community organizations to expand our collective impact. These initiatives, along with many others, reflect our enduring commitment to friendship, service, and creating lasting change for generations to come.
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EMAIL: info@thelinksinclv.org
CONTACT US
Las Vegas (NV) Chapter of The Links, Incorporated
P. O. Box 370952
Las Vegas, NV 89137
