Woodstock Professional and Business Women have been an active part of the Woodstock-area community since 1931. This dynamic group of women has been involved in numerous community projects, along with giving businesswomen in the community a forum for support and education. The group honored its first Woman of the Year recipient in 1975 and presents this award annually. In 1976, after several years of fundraising—spearheaded by the late Woodstock Mayor and WPBW member Frances Kuhn—the group provided the funds to build a replica of Woodstock’s original 1873 Springhouse, which stands today in the Woodstock Square. Additionally, each year, the WPBW awards Frances Kuhn Scholarships to women who reside in Woodstock School District 200 and are returning to school for a degree or to learn additional skills. As a supporter of the annual Christmas Clearing House, WPBW makes a substantial cash donation and volunteers to pack bags. Funds for all programs are raised through WPBW’s annual Woodstock Autumn Art Tour and the Woodstock Men’s Fashion Show.