Elise Goodgaine, Entreprenurer

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Getting to know the girls from the other high schools that I would never have had a chance to meet otherwise. The mother and daughter luncheon was an event from my time as a Deb that I truly enjoyed. Being able to have an afternoon with our mothers, where we dressed up and got to showcase the etiquette we had just learned.

My time as a debutante taught me how to conduct myself no matter what room a situation will pit me in. Not only traditional etiquette, but also how to engage with others in new and unfamiliar territory. My interactions with the other girls that were on a completely different paths from me, as well as exposure to the professionals that came for the events 

broadened my world view at a crucial time.  

My time studying abroad in college. It showed me how much I value travel and the exposure to other other cultures. I’m also very proud of opening my massage therapy practice. The ability to help my clients in their health journey has been truly fulfilling.

The Owl Club of Denver is hosting a Holiday Raffle to support our upcoming 75th Diamond Anniversary Debutante Cotillion.

You’ll have a chance to win exciting prizes, including a 65" flat-screen TV, iPad, Apple AirPods, and a premium liquor gift basket. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to celebrate and win! 

Tickets are $10.00 and can be purchased online from October 27, 2025 through December 17, 2025 and the drawing will be livestreamed at the Owl Club, Saturday Dec. 20th at 4pm on Facebook.

https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/the-owl-club-of-denvers-holiday-raffle--2025/

In 1951, the first Owl Club debutante Ball was held at the Park Hill Country Club. It was the first such cotillion in the City and County of Denver. From 1951 through the current year, The Owl Club of Denver has been pleased to present over 1,000 of Denver's finest African American young ladies as Owl Debutantes.

Education has always been a high priority for the Owl Club membership. Recognizing the financial needs of many talented Owl Club Debutantes, William Kirk established the first Owl Club Scholarship Fund. Today, the Owl Club of Denver Scholarship Foundation annually awards scholarships to Debutantes who best meet the academic and financial requirements set up by the Foundation.

The Debutantes are selected on the basis of academic achievement, morals, character, leadership and outstanding community achievements. The young ladies are not presented on the basis of their parents' social status or economic background, but rather, are required to qualify on their own merits.