Senate Joint Resolution 1139, sponsored by Southerland, honors the Negro Women's Civic Club of Greeneville as it celebrates its seventy-fifth anniversary on February 21, 2026. Founded on June 11, 1950, during a time of segregation in the South, the club was established by Lena B. Lee and seven other women with the mission to improve their community regardless of race. The organization has played a vital role in serving the Black community in Greeneville through various charitable initiatives, including providing food baskets, scholarships, and recreational programs for youth.

The resolution highlights the club's historical significance and its contributions to the community, such as raising funds for a swimming pool for the Black community, which opened in 1954. It recognizes the dedication of the club's founders and members, who have worked tirelessly to support local businesses, churches, and community projects. The resolution concludes by extending best wishes for the continued success of the Negro Women's Civic Club of Greeneville.