Family Council

Leadership dedicated to preserving our legacy and strengthening our bonds

About the Council

The GD Riley Family Council serves as the governing body for our family organization. Composed of dedicated family members from various branches, the Council ensures that our family's values, traditions, and legacy are preserved and strengthened for future generations. They coordinate family events, manage family resources, and provide guidance on matters that affect our extended family community.

Council Leadership

Chairman

To Be Announced

Leads the family council and oversees all family initiatives and decisions.

Vice Chairman

To Be Announced

Supports the chairman and assumes leadership responsibilities when needed.

Scribe

To Be Announced

Maintains records, documents meetings, and preserves family history.

Council Members

Family Representatives

Representatives from various family branches who contribute to decision-making and family governance.

Family Committees

Our family committees are volunteer groups that work together to serve specific needs within our family community. Each committee focuses on a particular area of family life, from organizing reunions to preserving our history. Committee members contribute their time and talents to ensure our family remains connected, organized, and vibrant.

Reunion Planning Committee

Organizes and coordinates family reunions, ensuring memorable and well-executed events.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Select and secure reunion venues
  • Plan activities and programming
  • Coordinate meals and accommodations
  • Manage registration and logistics

Membership Committee

Maintains family directory, welcomes new members, and facilitates connections.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Maintain accurate family directory
  • Welcome new family members
  • Facilitate branch connections
  • Update contact information

Communications Committee

Manages family communications, newsletters, and digital presence.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Publish family newsletters
  • Manage website and social media
  • Coordinate announcements
  • Facilitate family-wide communications

Community Service Committee

Organizes volunteer activities and charitable initiatives in the family name.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Identify community service opportunities
  • Organize volunteer events
  • Coordinate charitable giving
  • Promote family values through service

Historical Preservation Committee

Preserves family history, stories, photos, and genealogical records.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collect and archive family photos
  • Document family stories and oral history
  • Maintain genealogical records
  • Create historical displays and presentations

Education & Scholarship Committee

Promotes educational achievement and provides scholarship opportunities for family members.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Administer family scholarship programs
  • Recognize educational achievements
  • Support educational initiatives
  • Promote lifelong learning

Interested in Serving?

We welcome family members who are interested in contributing their time and talents to our committees. Each committee offers unique opportunities to serve our family community and make a meaningful impact.

To learn more about joining a committee, please contact the Family Council through the contact information in the footer.

Contact the Council

For questions, concerns, or to reach out to the Family Council, please use the contact information provided in the footer. The Council meets regularly to address family matters and is always available to assist with family-related inquiries.